Title: Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6188028&destination=Branford%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=90833008&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax ## Photo gallery for Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax ![Property grounds - Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax (Branford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90840000/90833100/90833008/df894617.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. 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Fish, Boat, Relax (Branford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90840000/90833100/90833008/6047cc27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Suwannee River home offers a serene waterfront getaway, perfect for fishing, boating, and water activities from the private dock. Take a leisurely stroll through nature or lounge on the huge deck with views of the water. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81150 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax Experience a serene waterfront getaway at our Suwannee River home, complete with a private dock perfect for fishing, boating, and water activities. Take a leisurely stroll through nature or lounge on the huge deck that offers breathtaking views of the water. Gather around the cozy fire pit with family and friends for a memorable evening under the stars. The home is conveniently located on an asphalt road, so you won't have to worry about navigating through dirt roads. Additionally, you can park your vehicle under the raised house and porch, which can accommodate vehicles up to 7' high. Inside, you'll find a clean and comfortable interior with two bedrooms and a futon in the living room that can comfortably sleep up to six guests. The home is also in close proximity to several towns that offer grocery and dining options. And if you're up for exploring the area by boat, a boat ramp is just a quarter-mile away. With easy access to all the springs in the area, whether by boat or car, this waterfront retreat is the perfect spot for a relaxing vacation. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 13 steps to reach entrance - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,150 square feet ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7810000/7804800/7804704/b4bc3202.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Suwannee Gables Motel and Marina Old Town - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 7.4 Good 112 reviews £164 includes taxes & fees 31 Mar - 1 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=7804704&PinnedHotelID=7804704&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94954800/94954707/1b6e30a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rainbow River Oasis w/ Kayaks + Furnished Sunroom! 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Wash your dishes. Remove food you bring to the home including he frige. Trash in receptacles Doored closet in big bedroom is "owners" closet, please don't use or disturb that. The Suwanne River has current and rises and lowers daily. When using canoe, please wear you PFD, not provided. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Branford, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bob's River Place and Hart Springs Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ginnie Spring and Stuarts Landing Conservation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Branford travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Branford.dx6188028) [View more Holiday homes in Branford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Branford-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6188028-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.80097%2C-82.93413&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mIfJS_dwwXMk3GTHo1oMSLjl5bc=) Branford, FL ### What's nearby - ![kayakers at Rock Bluff Spring on the Suwanneee River, Gilchrist County, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197691/42181e6d-fd52-4c3e-bdcb-128d4daebc91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Suwannee River 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![FORT WHITE, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES - Oct 21, 2018: Ichetucknee Springs river float access](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183127/eb021c28-de73-4397-b4c5-442e5129a711.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ichetucknee Springs State Park 25 min drive \- 24.8 miles - ![Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183096/e55d68d4-7e95-451e-84b6-03e715067b59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park 26 min drive \- 19.4 miles - ![Blue waters of the spring basin drop down to the rocky cavern entrance at Ginnie Ballroom, Ginnie Springs, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/684510600363450368/20e3ddb8-2d92-46ef-aff2-cef658b50a6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ginnie Spring 32 min drive \- 19.5 miles - Hart Springs Park 23 min drive \- 16.3 miles ### Restaurants - burger spot 10 min drive - Akins BBQ 11 min drive - Sid's on the Suwannee 3 min drive - Moon's Steakhouse 12 min drive - Mi Guadalupana Mexican Restaurant 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax? ### What time is check-in at Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax? ### What time is check-out at Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax? ### Where is Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Butterfly Crossing peaceful getaway on the historic Suwannee. Fish, Boat, Relax Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 17 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia D. 2 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place We loved this place. It was right on the river and we were able to fish feom the dock or go on the boat. ##### Cynthia D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter H. 10 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private and peaceful Enjoyed a weekend with a great river view. Very relaxing and homey. ##### Peter H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### nichole f. 4 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location.....has everything we needed and was perfect for us... and most places i have stayed they didnt offered the grill stuff but even had propane filled and a back up 1 just incase 1 ran out ....the morning view was breathtaking on the river i will definitely stay again.....! And had exta things just incase... and if there was something going on jeff respond very quickly. And when u stay in someone home its nice to have a quick response....anyways thanks again and we will return very soon...! ##### nichole f. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee Hue V. 3 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Riverside beautiful cabin It was great and peaceful. The cabin provides everything we need, no need to worry about running out of stuff.to used around the house. ##### Lee Hue V. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andre B. 26 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Getaway!!! Clean, peaceful, and serene. Nice property with a nice view of the Suwannee River. The deck was very spacious and accommodating as well! ##### Andre B. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael T. 15 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay on the Suwannee We used Butterfly Crossing as home base for. Kayak trip from Branford to Fanning Springs. It was a perfect location. The house and property were clean and comfortable and we really enjoyed sitting on the porch and dock in the evenings and in the mornings. We liked that there was an open porch but also a screen porch as well. Great stay. Thanks BigJeff! ##### Michael T. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel D. 15 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The BEST Easter weekend My sister and her 2 kids along with myself and my two kiddos were lucky enough to enjoy good family time together over Easter weekend. We had the BEST time, the river level was up but that certainly didn't stop us from enjoying it, so dont let that detour you. It was SUPER clean, peaceful, quiet and had everything you could possibly need. My sister and I loved this home and look forward to visiting again soon.💙 ##### Rachel D. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel D. 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### East weekend with family This is our 2nd time staying here during Easter weekend and will hopefully continue to be a tradition. My sister and I, along with our 4 boys (ages 8-14) absolutely love the peace and quiet. The home is always so clean, has everything you could need. When originally booking I mixed up the dates and was off by a day. When I requested to chage it to the dates we needed, the ower was great and responded quickly and had no problems with doing so. When we went to leave, we had a flat tire and ended up having to stay an hour or so longer after checkout and, I contacted the owner and they were very accommodating.The views are beautiful, we saw a manatee, several hawks and many other birds. Great place to stay! Hope we can do it again next year. ##### Rachel D. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### J C. 24 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The butterfly crossing was tries to its name. A peaceful getaway that my family needed. It was truly cozy, away from the city life and we enjoying doing campfires and taking the canoe out! ##### J C. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie Chris T. 28 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful River Romance Beautiful property, rustic setting and responsive host! Great Stay! ##### Carrie Chris T. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heath G. 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Easy to deal with no hassle. straight forward and just as desribed. ##### Heath G. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamey K. 13 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great fishing spot We really enjoyed our trip even though the weather wasn't great. We enjoyed the convenience of docking our boat at a relaxing location right on the river. ##### Jamey K. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly B. 18 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Weekend getaway!!!!! We really enjoy our weekend at the Butterfly crossing!!! It was really comfortable! Lots of room for the family to move about. Beautiful seating and family space outside on the balcony. Beautiful view!! Everyone enjoyed the fishing on the river. Awesome memories made!!! ##### Kelly B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### olive m. 23 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great!! Only have good things to say, thanks ##### olive m. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh C. 27 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Waterfront RV Great central location to all the good springs. Boat ramp right next to store 1 mile away. Easy to find. everything was clean and worked. parking was tight with trailer but works. Nice big dock and deep water but flows fast. Great stay. ##### Josh C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth 30 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Absolutely loved our stay !! Old Florida on the Suwannee. Not fancy a rustic appeal and clean. We loved the view of the river and evenings around the fire pit. We docked our boat and couldn’t ask for a better host! ##### Kenneth Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David P. 20 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short Trip The place was great. It's right on the river. To bad the river was high and we didn't have a chance to go on the huge dock. The house has huge upstairs balcony to entertain. The home is kept very clean, everything works. I've been to other properties and the ac doesn't work, problems with heating etc. Very close to the local minimart and gas station. If you have a boat, the ramp is a block away. Would recommend it again and pan to go back soon. It's better than the listing ! ##### David P. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Leslie H. 15 Feb 2024 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Disappointed We found the rental to be somewhat "Tired." There were many cobwebs on the windows and stains on the carpets. The stains were covered up with small rugs and blankets, we tripped over the several times. The kitchen window was so full of cobwebs my wife decided to clean them off. The water from the tap had a very strange smell The situation on the river is beautiful, but the rental did not match. ##### Leslie H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ---