House in Florida
25 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
Have you ever dreamed of having your own private outdoor experience with lodging & space for camping for a family/large gathering? You've found the right spot. Come share the wonder of the Suwannee River at our place on the rolling Suwannee River. Enjoy the vast, rolling river front on 13-acres with lodging and outdoor space for your family and/or private gathering. Sutton River Ranch provides outdoor, riverfront property directly alongside the Suwannee River in Florida. Accessible by road or by river, you'll get to enjoy the best of both worlds when it comes to land or water adventure. Kick-back and enjoy the natural surroundings of paved walkways and wild animal crossings or a walk along the paved roads. Alternatively, spark joy by jumping into the cool spring-fed waters of the Suwannee (no alligators!) and the pristine waters of nearby springs (Turtle Springs 2 miles, Rock Bluff Springs 5 miles or Ichetucknee Springs 20 miles). There are 9 total springs within the county. The spacious 90 foot floating dock located on property is a great place to soak in the sun, watch a sunset or take plunge. The property is open to BYOV (Bring your own vessel). This property is a gem for water-loving outdoor enthusiasts!
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How many people can we accommodate?
The property rental fee includes access to all lodging and camping sites : (1) The Main Home, (2) The Lodge, and (3) options for camping & (4) The River Dock.
[1] The Main Home: 3 Bedroom
Bedroom 1 : Master Bed and Full Bed Pullout
Bedroom 2: Full Bed and Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed
[2] The Lodge Home: 2 Bedroom, Large Bar, Large Gathering Living Area
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk Bed
[3] Camping sites [riverfront!]
What is accessible?
Camping Site: This camp provides up to 6 designated spaces for camping. An outdoor bathroom with a toilet, shower and sink are available.
Boat Ramp: Colloway Boat Ramp is located 0.8 mile drive from the property.
River Dock: A private 90 foot dock to park your boat or slip in your own kayak or paddleboard.
Communal Firepit: Cemented Firepit with Seven (7) Adirondack Chair Seating
Overview Deck: Wooded Deck sitting at the edge of the water for gathering and viewing the sunsets over the river.
How to enter:
The entry of the camp is located on the southwest corner of the property at the sign "Sutton River Ranch Entry". You will be provided a gate code. You will want to veer left when you get to the fork in the road at the black fence and follow along until you find your camp site.
What to Enjoy on Property:
Private Lodge for gathering
65 Inch TVs and Arcade Games inside Lodge
200 SQ Ft. porch for sitting, sipping and enjoying nature's beauty
90 Foot Floating Dock and Dock Seating
Communal Fire Pit and Adirondack Chairs for Lounging
Rocking Chairs on Back Porch
Paved Roadways and Walking Path
Riverfront Walking Trails
Riverfront Fishing Dock
Riverfront Tree Swing
What to enjoy Nearby:
Ellie Ray's Fish Camp and Boat Dock
The Farm Table - U PICK Farm and Fresh Mexican Cuisine
Rock Bluff Springs
Ichetucknee Springs ** A highly recommended spot!
Ginnie Springs
City of Bell Farmer's Market (Saturday Mornings)
You can take in all the beauty this area of Florida has to offer. Bell, FL is located in Gilchrist County. The campsite is located within 10 minutes of downtown bell which is known for it's friendly southern hospitality and small town atmosphere, the Town of Bell is the second largest town in Gilchrist County. Bell is located 45 minutes North West of Gainesville, FL off i75.
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This is a FULL PROPERTY rental. We'd be happy to accommodate group needs - let us know!
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How many people can we accommodate?
The property rental fee includes access to all lodging and camping sites : (1) The Main Home, (2) The Lodge, and (3) options for camping & (4) The River Dock.
[1] The Main Home: 3 Bedroom
Bedroom 1 : Master Bed and Full Bed Pullout
Bedroom 2: Full Bed and Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed
[2] The Lodge Home: 2 Bedroom, Large Bar, Large Gathering Living Area
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk Bed
[3] Camping sites [riverfront!]
What is accessible?
Camping Site: This camp provides up to 6 designated spaces for camping. An outdoor bathroom with a toilet, shower and sink are available.
Boat Ramp: Colloway Boat Ramp is located 0.8 mile drive from the property.
River Dock: A private 90 foot dock to park your boat or slip in your own kayak or paddleboard.
Communal Firepit: Cemented Firepit with Seven (7) Adirondack Chair Seating
Overview Deck: Wooded Deck sitting at the edge of the water for gathering and viewing the sunsets over the river.
How to enter:
The entry of the camp is located on the southwest corner of the property at the sign "Sutton River Ranch Entry". You will be provided a gate code. You will want to veer left when you get to the fork in the road at the black fence and follow along until you find your camp site.
What to Enjoy on Property:
Private Lodge for gathering
65 Inch TVs and Arcade Games inside Lodge
200 SQ Ft. porch for sitting, sipping and enjoying nature's beauty
90 Foot Floating Dock and Dock Seating
Communal Fire Pit and Adirondack Chairs for Lounging
Rocking Chairs on Back Porch
Paved Roadways and Walking Path
Riverfront Walking Trails
Riverfront Fishing Dock
Riverfront Tree Swing
What to enjoy Nearby:
Ellie Ray's Fish Camp and Boat Dock
The Farm Table - U PICK Farm and Fresh Mexican Cuisine
Rock Bluff Springs
Ichetucknee Springs ** A highly recommended spot!
Ginnie Springs
City of Bell Farmer's Market (Saturday Mornings)
You can take in all the beauty this area of Florida has to offer. Bell, FL is located in Gilchrist County. The campsite is located within 10 minutes of downtown bell which is known for it's friendly southern hospitality and small town atmosphere, the Town of Bell is the second largest town in Gilchrist County. Bell is located 45 minutes North West of Gainesville, FL off i75.
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This is a FULL PROPERTY rental. We'd be happy to accommodate group needs - let us know!
Amenities at Riverfront Lodge and Outdoor Retreat 5-bedroom on 13 acres
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
The property was beautiful. The homes were clean and the surrounds were very relaxing. Perfect for me and my family to enjoy some downtime.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
It was beyond our expectations, so wonderful!!!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
Beautiful location, dock was amazing, loved the levelness of the property, handicapped/elderly accessible to the main house. A couple of small issues that were communicated to and handled extremely professionally by the host. Pet friendly and had multiple fenced in areas for the dogs. Lots of room for the kids to play.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
Our four night stay at this amazing riverfront property was everything we hoped it would be and more. Check-in was easy, communication with the host was great, and the property is just fabulous. We had our four adult children and their families for a total of 12 people and three grand dogs and there was more than enough room for everyone. The kids had an amazing time catching fish on the river and playing flashlight tag around the property at night. We had a bonfire even though it was 90 so the kids could make s’mores and we hired a photographer from Gainesville to take family photos all around the property. There are some really awesome photo op spots! The river is beautiful, although very fast moving with a really strong current so it isn’t good for swimming, but it’s excellent for boating if you bring a boat. We are already talking about making it an annual event at this property. Thank you, Christine for everything!
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Top rated by guests
10.0Outstanding
(18 Ratings)
"The property was beautiful. The homes were clean and the surrounds were very relaxing. Perfect for me and my family to enjoy some downtime. "
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