A Romantic Getaway houseboat moored on the Apalachicola R

Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books

About this docked boat rental

Nestled in Apalachicola, this charming docked boat for $294 per night is a great choice for your next trip. This floating home offers sweeping waterfront views of the river with spectacular sunrises and sunsets. The moon reflecting off the water provides a backdrop for a romantic dinner on your waterfront porch. You will enjoy a peaceful stay in this cozy one bedroom chalet while being entertained by a variety of wildlife including bald eagles and pelicans looking for their next meal. You will see dolphins swim by as they follow the commercial fishing boats hoping that they will capture some of their catch . The boating traffic in this low wake area includes both large pleasure yachts as well as the famous Apalachicola commercial fishing boats out for their oyster, shrimp and grouper. There are fishing rods available onboard for your afternoon relaxation. Parking is only a few steps from your vacation home. The interior of this gem offers a fully stocked kitchen with all full size appliances, televisions with all DISH channels in both living room and bedroom, free WiFi, a large bathroom, an office area and a separate bedroom featuring a queen size bed. Coffee (Keurig) is provided and all linens are included. Just bring your suitcase to start your vacation aboard the Rebel's Rest. Your stay may include the use of a kayak to explore the waters around Apalachicola which can be launched from the side of your floating home. Just a 5 minute walk to town as your floating home is moored just a couple of blocks from downtown Apalachicola. You may spend your time browsing the shops and art galleries in the area or dine at the many restaurants in town which specialize in the fresh seafood of the area. The famous Up the Creek Restaurant and Raw Bar is located right next door and serves the best oysters in town along with a variety of other fish, chicken or beef. For more upscale dining, there is the Owl Cafe and the Gibson Inn which serve a variety of dishes. The freshest fish and seafood in town is served at the Station. Downtown Apalachicola's shops, restaurants and bars are only a 2 or 3 block walk from your floating home. For the beach lovers, a twilight stroll along with beaches of St. George Island is a short 15 minute drive away. The panhandle beaches with their white sandy beaches are rated some of the best in the United States. You can get a panoramic view of the surrounding area by walking to the top of the St. George Island lighthouse. For sunbathing, the State Park is the best kept secret with a very secluded beach for your enjoyment. For romance, a fishing adventure or just a relaxing get away from your hectic life, you will find a wonderful and completely enjoyable vacation aboard the Rebel's Rest. Perfect for anniversaries, birthdays or marriage proposals!

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Family friendly

Map of Apalachicola, FL

Reviews

4.8/5.0
Outstanding(46 Reviews)
4.0
star 5 empty
Jun 2023
Rebel rest is a cute little house boat. It was very clean & comfortable! It’s location is perfect! You can walk anywhere around the town from its location. The view is beautiful and even on a hot summer day the breeze off the water makes it pleasant for sitting on the front patio & watching all the boats go by. Although we cooked nothing while there the kitchen is adequate for preparing a meal. We throughly enjoyed our stay and we give the place 5 stars all the way but, we were a little amused that we had to wait 30 minutes to get into the houseboat and communication was very slow. When you travel upon arrival you just want to get out of the car & relax. I notified Karan shortly after 4 that the houseboat was not open but did not hear back until the next day. Luckily someone showed up about 4:30 to open it because we were concerned that there had been a mix up. We would still highly recommend the Rebels Rest with its full view into a small fishing villages life style, off the beaten path of the touristy town but don’t by any means miss the cute shops & wonderful restaurants. Our favorite restaurant was The Station. It’s a short drive to Carrabelle, MX Beach, Pt St Joe and even Tyndall if you happen to be military which we are & we enjoyed visiting several friends along the Panhandle stretch. Book with confidence that you will enjoy your stay.
5.0
Apr 2023
We found the houseboat just as described in the listing. The photos were very accurate. We met Karen one day while walking the dock & had a very nice conversation with her. She gave us a little history of the town & her boat rentals. If you are looking for a small town to go & relax, then this is the place for you. We spent alot of our time just relaxing on the back deck enjoying the water. This town is a no-frills, laid back, friendly , quite place. The stores / restaurants close pretty early & some places are closed on Sunday / Monday. It is worth the drive to take the bridge over to St. George. The beach at the State Park there was absolutely perfect. No crowds & the softest sand ever. We went into this vacation looking for relaxation in a non-tourist trap atmosphere and that is exactly what we got. Everything was GREAT! Thank you Karen for offering such an awesome rental.
5.0
Oct 2022
Highly recommend this as a stay to relax. Walking and shopping as well as amazing food all right out the front door.
5.0
Sep 2022
We loved our stay at the houseboat and had so much fun. The water view is beautiful and the boat barely moved at all. I will say it was not very private and was odd to have some harmless patrons from the restaurant next door and the host board and come around to the back porch while we were still inside.
5.0
May 2022
We really enjoyed our stay in the Rebel's Rest! It was very cute and clean and so much fun to be right on the water.
5.0
May 2022
Great Stay
Great Stay
We really enjoyed our stay in the Rebel's Rest! It was very cute and clean and so much fun to be right on the water.
5.0
Apr 2022
We really enjoyed our stay. First time staying in a houseboat. Very clean and in good repair. Nicely furnished. Bed was very comfortable. Parking was very close and it was easy to find the property. We were very close to downtown. Up the Creek Oyster Bar next door was fantastic good food and friendly service.
5.0
Apr 2022
Cool place
Cool place
We really enjoyed our stay. First time staying in a houseboat. Very clean and in good repair. Nicely furnished. Bed was very comfortable. Parking was very close and it was easy to find the property. We were very close to downtown. Up the Creek Oyster Bar next door was fantastic good food and friendly service.

FAQs

How much does this docked boat cost compared to others in Apalachicola?

The average price for a rental in Apalachicola is $156 per night. This rental is $138 above the average.

Is parking included with this docked boat?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at A Romantic Getaway houseboat moored on the Apalachicola R. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this docked boat?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this docked boat. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is A Romantic Getaway houseboat moored on the Apalachicola R pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at A Romantic Getaway houseboat moored on the Apalachicola R?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony / patio.

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