An unforgettable adventure awaits aboard our one of a kind floating tiny log cabin! Lovingly hand-made from cedar and cypress yet equipped with modern amenities like AC+heat and covered outdoor tropical bathroom. Laze the day away on the front porch chairs or swinging hammock and fall asleep to the sounds of the St. Johns River! Plus, enjoy the marina's on-site restaurant, pool bar, extra showers and restrooms while being close to historic downtown Sanford and the river walk.
The space
Originally conceived as a private writer's getaway, we're happy to be able to share our quaint and cozy cabin with others. And unlike many boats where most of the space is dark and below deck, our tiny house is flooded with light and has great outdoor space as well. We love hanging out on the front porch!
The Sanford + Orlando area has so much to do from theme parks to kayaking but you don't need to venture far from the cabin to catch a glimpse of wildlife. Keep an eye out for the turtles, alligators, fish, birds, and occasional manatee that frequent the area!
Please note the bed is twin sized so the space is best suited to solo travelers or two people that don't mind being close! We have plans to convert the sleeping area to a full-size bed, so please bookmark us for a future visit!
Our bathroom is a covered outdoor space, that we lovingly call our 'Lanai'. It's visually enclosed for privacy while preserving the amazing open feeling of an outdoor bathroom! We enjoy taking our showers with the door open to take full advantage of this feeling but please know it is outside and not a weatherproof area.
The toilet + shower area are together, creating a small wet bath with a marine toilet, similar to an RV or camper toilet. The marina also has additional showers and restrooms.
The kitchenette has a fridge, coffee maker and microwave.
A few changes: We have recently replaced the curtains with black-out blinds for a great nights sleep! The window stools are now a storage area in response to guest feedback.
The marina has a store with beer, snacks, ice cream, outdoor gear and laundry room. Boat rentals to cruise the river can be reserved online. The staff is super friendly and are glad to answer any questions you might have. The houseboat is moored directly on the water in an active marina where staff and other boaters are present.
The front porch area has a section that is not enclosed. Since the boat is directly on the water, those with mobility issues should use their own discretion when booking. If there's a chance you may become seasick, please bring motion sickness medicine with you.
This is a rustic log cabin with (most) of the amenities of home but please keep in mind you're booking a glamping getaway with elements of nature including: birds, turtles, bugs, sun and inclement weather including rain and other storms. Unfortunately we can not control nature! Areas such as the front porch and outdoor bathroom are naturally exposed to the elements.
Guest access
Complete private access to the houseboat itself, the marina which has extra bathrooms and showers, a poolside bar, a deli, laundry room and convenience store with beer, soda, snacks, ice and fishing supplies & gear. Certain areas like the front porch + outdoor bathroom may become wet during heavy rains and storms.
Other things to note
Free parking. Due to the nature of this space, we do not advise bringing small children however we leave that decision ultimately in our guests' hands.
