Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available onsite. It is an on-site parking facility.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:00, and check-out is at 12:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but guests should contact the property in advance.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located 0.1 miles from Suwannee River, 3.5 miles from Fanning Springs State Park, and 18.8 miles from Bob's River Place. It is also 45.8 miles from Gainesville Regional Airport.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool that is seasonal. Operational hours are not specified.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 12 per day. Advance request or confirmation may be required.

Suwannee Gables

What guests think

At Suwannee Gables, travelers highlight the scenic riverfront setting with docks, fire pits, and relaxing outdoor spaces, alongside generally comfortable, updated rooms and very friendly staff, creating an old Florida roadside-motel vibe that many find charming and relaxing.

Drawbacks include traffic noise from US 19, with a few mentions of Wi‑Fi or balcony expectations falling short. Guests frequently praise the clean pool and well-kept outdoor areas, though a few reviews cite dirty bathrooms or linens and dated elements. The location is convenient for Fanning Springs and boating or fishing. Overall, expect a nostalgic, simple stay with standout outdoor spaces by the river.

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Facilities

Outdoor amenities stand out, including a riverside dock, fire pits, pavilion, and relaxed hangout areas; several guests enjoyed fishing on site. The pool is generally clean and pleasant, though one review reported algae.

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Michael

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Management was very friendly and helpful. Pool was clean. Work in progress, but contractors were polite and respectful. We will be back.

8

Lee

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property had a very nice, clean swimming pool. The room was small, but it was very clean and comfortable with a view of the Suwannee River.

8

Brandi

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. Pillows comfy. Fridge, microwave and coffee maker in the room. Road noise a bit loud. Balcony was great. Right on the water. Beautiful out door areas to relax and rewind. We will be back. Plan to stay in a cabin next time. As for the area…there’s a small restaurant across the road with games for free. It’s literally chicken tenders, frozen appetizers and ice cream. It’s all we need for the evening though. Convenience store also right across street. Fanning springs is literally less than 5 minutes away. Very pretty area. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We did have one small issue with toilet overflowing but they were on top of it. Offering help right away. Kids got the s’mores snackle box and we bought a $5 bundle of fire wood. It was great bonding time for our family, and like I said previously we will be back.

10

Bobbie

20 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great little motel. Rooms were very clean and stocked with essential items. Pool was nice and even had friends come by to swim and visit. It’s has a beautiful view of the Swanee River . Also has a nice fire pit and setting areas to enjoy the outdoors. Owners were very nice and eager to help with anything. Definitely a nice spot for a good night sleep. We will be back.

6

Kimberly

29 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice area. Pool had algia and dirty. bathroom old

8

Karen

19 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful place ! Unique, nostalgic what I call Old Roadside Travel Lodge ver reminiscent of the 50/60’s. Very well cared for and kept. The “backyard “ by the river is great. Fire pits, small pavilion, different sitting areas, huge dock at the water. I stayed in a very newly remodeled room. Very nice-not what I was expecting. Comfy bed, large shower, little terrace off the back just right for morning coffee, although I used the pavilion since it was raining and wanted to be closer to the water. Very friendly and hospitable staff !! Definitely look forward to staying there again ! Well done, Suwannee Gables 👏👏👏

10

Kimberly

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel has been renovated so well! It's updated with a nice deck on the backside to enjoy the Suwannee River and has a wonderful gathering yard on the river for guests to enjoy. They've done a great job with this property and are very friendly. I would recommend staying here to anyone wanting to enjoy the area and the river!

10

Yolanda

13 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was beautiful with a balcony overlooking the river. The amenities outside are endless

10

ezell

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

It is a convenient location close to the state park with a wonderful backyard overlooking the Suwannee River. There is a wonderful Sweet shop across the street from the motel and some excellent dining up and down the highway.

10

Christina

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Able to fish right out back. Nice hangout area . Pool nice. The rooms were nice

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Cleanliness

Many guests report clean, refreshed rooms. However, multiple reviews note dirty bathrooms or linens and occasional odors, indicating inconsistent standards.

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Angeline

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were very happy with our stay here. The room was comfortable and clean. SmartTV, refrigerator, coffee maker and microwave all worked great. They made our one night stay more convenient. The staff was friendly and helpful. We would stay again!

8

Lee

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property had a very nice, clean swimming pool. The room was small, but it was very clean and comfortable with a view of the Suwannee River.

4

Jennifer

5 Jul 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Termites all on outside walls of motel. Phone had sticky goo all over it. Bathroom dirty. Power was out for hours. Very rundown & dirty.

2

Dawn J

19 Jun 2022

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Stayed 1 night

We walked in room smelled very bad. Checked the bed linens were dirty with stains & hair. Pillow cases had stains, blood or makeup. Never cleaned!! Looked like it was from the 1950's, never update. We walked out, turned key in said we are not staying here. This place was horribly disgusting. I don't see how anybody could stay in that place you want to call a hotel.

8

Brandi

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. Pillows comfy. Fridge, microwave and coffee maker in the room. Road noise a bit loud. Balcony was great. Right on the water. Beautiful out door areas to relax and rewind. We will be back. Plan to stay in a cabin next time. As for the area…there’s a small restaurant across the road with games for free. It’s literally chicken tenders, frozen appetizers and ice cream. It’s all we need for the evening though. Convenience store also right across street. Fanning springs is literally less than 5 minutes away. Very pretty area. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We did have one small issue with toilet overflowing but they were on top of it. Offering help right away. Kids got the s’mores snackle box and we bought a $5 bundle of fire wood. It was great bonding time for our family, and like I said previously we will be back.

4

Anita

8 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

AC didn’t work in room, no large towels in one room. Pillow case and hand towel looked as if it hadn’t been cleaned

8

Susan

3 Jan 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Old style Florida motor lodge. Slightly outdated, but room was clean and bed was comfortable. Perfect for our 1 night stopover with our dog. Beautiful riverfront park-like space.

10

Shannon

6 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was so nice and made my stay very enjoyable. Room and property were clean. I will definitely book again.

8

Shari

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very nice and accommodating. Bring your own toilet paper and kleenex. The tp was EXTREMELY thin, no kleenex. Also, a deck of cards. The wifi was sporadic and so no tv. Beautiful setting on the Suawnee River, but alittle noise from US 19. The pool looked nice, although we didn't use it. The beds are comfortable and the room was extremely clean and updated. I would go back.

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Bob

19 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nothing was clean, coffee machine was disgusting we can not shower because the bathroom wasn’t clean…Very disappointing I don’t recommend that place

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable with basics like a fridge, microwave, and Smart TV, and many feature small decks or river views. Expect some traffic noise from US 19, and a few mentions of spotty Wi‑Fi or balcony expectations.

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Angeline

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were very happy with our stay here. The room was comfortable and clean. SmartTV, refrigerator, coffee maker and microwave all worked great. They made our one night stay more convenient. The staff was friendly and helpful. We would stay again!

8

Lee

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property had a very nice, clean swimming pool. The room was small, but it was very clean and comfortable with a view of the Suwannee River.

8

Brandi

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. Pillows comfy. Fridge, microwave and coffee maker in the room. Road noise a bit loud. Balcony was great. Right on the water. Beautiful out door areas to relax and rewind. We will be back. Plan to stay in a cabin next time. As for the area…there’s a small restaurant across the road with games for free. It’s literally chicken tenders, frozen appetizers and ice cream. It’s all we need for the evening though. Convenience store also right across street. Fanning springs is literally less than 5 minutes away. Very pretty area. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We did have one small issue with toilet overflowing but they were on top of it. Offering help right away. Kids got the s’mores snackle box and we bought a $5 bundle of fire wood. It was great bonding time for our family, and like I said previously we will be back.

8

Susan

3 Jan 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Old style Florida motor lodge. Slightly outdated, but room was clean and bed was comfortable. Perfect for our 1 night stopover with our dog. Beautiful riverfront park-like space.

8

Shari

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very nice and accommodating. Bring your own toilet paper and kleenex. The tp was EXTREMELY thin, no kleenex. Also, a deck of cards. The wifi was sporadic and so no tv. Beautiful setting on the Suawnee River, but alittle noise from US 19. The pool looked nice, although we didn't use it. The beds are comfortable and the room was extremely clean and updated. I would go back.

8

Ashley

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a great little roadside motel. Remodeled and fresh paint. I would say I did not give 5 stars for 2 reasons: the price is just high for both the area and the type of motel it is. I would normally expect to pay $100 not $200. And the “balconies” you kind of anticipate having an actual balcony over the river but it’s really just a little deck built behind each room. They are cute but I would not really consider that a balcony. Very close to Fanning Springs. Pretty loud at night due to trucks on the road outside.

8

Karen

19 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful place ! Unique, nostalgic what I call Old Roadside Travel Lodge ver reminiscent of the 50/60’s. Very well cared for and kept. The “backyard “ by the river is great. Fire pits, small pavilion, different sitting areas, huge dock at the water. I stayed in a very newly remodeled room. Very nice-not what I was expecting. Comfy bed, large shower, little terrace off the back just right for morning coffee, although I used the pavilion since it was raining and wanted to be closer to the water. Very friendly and hospitable staff !! Definitely look forward to staying there again ! Well done, Suwannee Gables 👏👏👏

10

Kimberly

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel has been renovated so well! It's updated with a nice deck on the backside to enjoy the Suwannee River and has a wonderful gathering yard on the river for guests to enjoy. They've done a great job with this property and are very friendly. I would recommend staying here to anyone wanting to enjoy the area and the river!

10

Yolanda

13 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was beautiful with a balcony overlooking the river. The amenities outside are endless

10

Ashley

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Saw this on Motel Rescue and decided to make a weekend of the springs and antique shopping with my husband and daughter. It was a wonderful stay! I wish we could’ve had a balcony with a better view but we will definitely be back!

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Service

Service is consistently described as friendly and accommodating, with staff quick to help and offer local guidance.

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10

tracy

7 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very accommodating

8

Angeline

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were very happy with our stay here. The room was comfortable and clean. SmartTV, refrigerator, coffee maker and microwave all worked great. They made our one night stay more convenient. The staff was friendly and helpful. We would stay again!

10

Michael

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Management was very friendly and helpful. Pool was clean. Work in progress, but contractors were polite and respectful. We will be back.

10

tracy

7 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very friendly

8

Brandi

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. Pillows comfy. Fridge, microwave and coffee maker in the room. Road noise a bit loud. Balcony was great. Right on the water. Beautiful out door areas to relax and rewind. We will be back. Plan to stay in a cabin next time. As for the area…there’s a small restaurant across the road with games for free. It’s literally chicken tenders, frozen appetizers and ice cream. It’s all we need for the evening though. Convenience store also right across street. Fanning springs is literally less than 5 minutes away. Very pretty area. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We did have one small issue with toilet overflowing but they were on top of it. Offering help right away. Kids got the s’mores snackle box and we bought a $5 bundle of fire wood. It was great bonding time for our family, and like I said previously we will be back.

10

Shannon

6 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was so nice and made my stay very enjoyable. Room and property were clean. I will definitely book again.

8

Shari

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very nice and accommodating. Bring your own toilet paper and kleenex. The tp was EXTREMELY thin, no kleenex. Also, a deck of cards. The wifi was sporadic and so no tv. Beautiful setting on the Suawnee River, but alittle noise from US 19. The pool looked nice, although we didn't use it. The beds are comfortable and the room was extremely clean and updated. I would go back.

8

Karen

19 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful place ! Unique, nostalgic what I call Old Roadside Travel Lodge ver reminiscent of the 50/60’s. Very well cared for and kept. The “backyard “ by the river is great. Fire pits, small pavilion, different sitting areas, huge dock at the water. I stayed in a very newly remodeled room. Very nice-not what I was expecting. Comfy bed, large shower, little terrace off the back just right for morning coffee, although I used the pavilion since it was raining and wanted to be closer to the water. Very friendly and hospitable staff !! Definitely look forward to staying there again ! Well done, Suwannee Gables 👏👏👏

10

Tami

21 Feb 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location on the river was beautiful & perfect for my husband who loves to fish. The cabin we stayed in was very charming & clean. The staff were all very nice & helpful. We have family (snowbirds) that stay nearby so we will be staying here again!

10

Kimberly

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel has been renovated so well! It's updated with a nice deck on the backside to enjoy the Suwannee River and has a wonderful gathering yard on the river for guests to enjoy. They've done a great job with this property and are very friendly. I would recommend staying here to anyone wanting to enjoy the area and the river!

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Location

Scenic riverfront setting convenient to Fanning Springs, with easy access to fishing and boating. Nearby highway shops and eateries add convenience.

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Lee

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property had a very nice, clean swimming pool. The room was small, but it was very clean and comfortable with a view of the Suwannee River.

8

Brandi

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. Pillows comfy. Fridge, microwave and coffee maker in the room. Road noise a bit loud. Balcony was great. Right on the water. Beautiful out door areas to relax and rewind. We will be back. Plan to stay in a cabin next time. As for the area…there’s a small restaurant across the road with games for free. It’s literally chicken tenders, frozen appetizers and ice cream. It’s all we need for the evening though. Convenience store also right across street. Fanning springs is literally less than 5 minutes away. Very pretty area. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We did have one small issue with toilet overflowing but they were on top of it. Offering help right away. Kids got the s’mores snackle box and we bought a $5 bundle of fire wood. It was great bonding time for our family, and like I said previously we will be back.

10

Bobbie

20 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great little motel. Rooms were very clean and stocked with essential items. Pool was nice and even had friends come by to swim and visit. It’s has a beautiful view of the Swanee River . Also has a nice fire pit and setting areas to enjoy the outdoors. Owners were very nice and eager to help with anything. Definitely a nice spot for a good night sleep. We will be back.

8

Shari

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very nice and accommodating. Bring your own toilet paper and kleenex. The tp was EXTREMELY thin, no kleenex. Also, a deck of cards. The wifi was sporadic and so no tv. Beautiful setting on the Suawnee River, but alittle noise from US 19. The pool looked nice, although we didn't use it. The beds are comfortable and the room was extremely clean and updated. I would go back.

8

Ashley

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a great little roadside motel. Remodeled and fresh paint. I would say I did not give 5 stars for 2 reasons: the price is just high for both the area and the type of motel it is. I would normally expect to pay $100 not $200. And the “balconies” you kind of anticipate having an actual balcony over the river but it’s really just a little deck built behind each room. They are cute but I would not really consider that a balcony. Very close to Fanning Springs. Pretty loud at night due to trucks on the road outside.

10

Tami

21 Feb 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location on the river was beautiful & perfect for my husband who loves to fish. The cabin we stayed in was very charming & clean. The staff were all very nice & helpful. We have family (snowbirds) that stay nearby so we will be staying here again!

10

Adrienne

18 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was perfect during my stay. Checking in and out was no problem. The staff was there to answer any questions I had. This place is perfect for boating and sking. With the river as your back yard what else could you ask for. I will be returning to the area and stay here.

10

ezell

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

It is a convenient location close to the state park with a wonderful backyard overlooking the Suwannee River. There is a wonderful Sweet shop across the street from the motel and some excellent dining up and down the highway.

10

Julian

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Enjoyed talking to the staff and learning the history of the property. Such a quiet and relaxing atmosphere.

10

Christina

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Able to fish right out back. Nice hangout area . Pool nice. The rooms were nice

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Dining

Reviews highlight nearby options: a simple eatery and a sweet shop across the street, plus restaurants along the highway. Not enough information on any on-site dining.

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Brandi

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. Pillows comfy. Fridge, microwave and coffee maker in the room. Road noise a bit loud. Balcony was great. Right on the water. Beautiful out door areas to relax and rewind. We will be back. Plan to stay in a cabin next time. As for the area…there’s a small restaurant across the road with games for free. It’s literally chicken tenders, frozen appetizers and ice cream. It’s all we need for the evening though. Convenience store also right across street. Fanning springs is literally less than 5 minutes away. Very pretty area. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We did have one small issue with toilet overflowing but they were on top of it. Offering help right away. Kids got the s’mores snackle box and we bought a $5 bundle of fire wood. It was great bonding time for our family, and like I said previously we will be back.

10

Anita

21 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Was quick stop on way home. Owner very helpful. Awesome area with river right behind the motel. Room clean, bathroom small but how big do you need it. Wonderful restaurant that we were informed about and food was excellent.

10

ezell

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

It is a convenient location close to the state park with a wonderful backyard overlooking the Suwannee River. There is a wonderful Sweet shop across the street from the motel and some excellent dining up and down the highway.

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Suwannee Gables

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Superior Cabin, Balcony, River View

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Premium Double Room, Balcony, River View

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

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