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The Blue Heron Hideaway- 2-bedroom cottage in lovely Cross Creek, FL,

Cottage in Hawthorne with patio and fireplace

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fireplace
Interior
Fireplace
The Blue Heron Hideaway- 2-bedroom cottage in lovely Cross Creek, FL, provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Blue Heron Hideaway- 2-bedroom cottage in lovely Cross Creek, FL,

No matter if you're a passionate angler, a wildlife lover, a Florida history enthusiast, an adventure seeker, in town for a Gator game, or simply craving peace and quiet—you’re bound to love it here! Cross Creek offers a peaceful retreat from the city's hustle and bustle while being just a 20-minute drive from Gainesville and Ocala. It is conveniently located equally distant from popular attractions like the Ocala National Forest, High Springs (florida springs destination), the St. Johns River in Palatka, The University of Florida and Shands Hospital in Gainesville. The legendary Yearling Restaurant is just steps away offering authentic Florida cuisine and cocktails, If you have never been it is a must. Whether you're just passing through or planning a month-long stay, I've put great effort into creating a unique and delightful experience that blends Old Florida charm with modern comforts—one you'll surely want to revisit and share with friends.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Interior

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  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Cross Creek, FL

What's nearby

  • Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Micanopy Historical Society Museum - 18 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 31 min drive - 40.6 km
  • University of Florida - 31 min drive - 40.6 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 34 min drive - 42.0 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Nest Cafe - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Yearling Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Georgie's Lakeside Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Flyers Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Heron Hideaway- 2-bedroom cottage in lovely Cross Creek, FL, pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Blue Heron Hideaway- 2-bedroom cottage in lovely Cross Creek, FL,?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Heron Hideaway- 2-bedroom cottage in lovely Cross Creek, FL,?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Heron Hideaway- 2-bedroom cottage in lovely Cross Creek, FL, located?

Situated in Hawthorne, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Orange Creek Restoration Area and The Orange Shop. Micanopy Historical Society Museum and Micanopy Cemetery are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

The Blue Heron Hideaway- 2-bedroom cottage in lovely Cross Creek, FL, Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Historically Unique Place

Staying at The Blue Heron Hideaway is a true Florida getaway. The attention to detail and deep connection to this historic gem exceeds all expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Retreat!

If you’re looking for a charming, peaceful retreat, this is the place. Packed full of charm and attention to detail, this immaculately clean and cozy cabin is right for you. Shanica is a fabulous host who welcomed us into her fabulously redone house with open arms like family. The ability to rest, relax and get away from the busy city life was like none other. However, if you don’t appreciate the quiet of nature and its beauty combined with the lovely thought and detail the host has put into the place, then this one’s not for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Anais V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Spot (with a few kinks)

Super cute spot in the Florida backcountry. We took a quick mother's day trip to enjoy a quiet, relaxing weekend while visiting the lakes and springs. Below are some pros and cons to our experience.Pros: Lovely patio, deck, and firepit area (with some firewood provided), modern amenities inside, stylish decor, easy check-in, fairly quick communicationCons: Smelly, yellow water, the TV on the patio only plays DVDs, spiders galore (inside and outside), lots of expired goodies left behind by others, and an unknown stain on one of the pillowcasesOverall, I would stay again despite the kinks but would be much more prepared to make it a smoother experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil stay in “old” Florida

Had a great experience. Loved the feel of going back in time.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Getaway at Blue Heron Hideaway

We had a fantastic weekend at this one-of-a-kind cottage. The house was clean and well maintained. The bed was super comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed for our stay. We really enjoyed the huge deck outside with all the wildlife sounds and scenes.Shanica was incredibly responsive and thoughtful. She even left me a handwritten birthday note on the counter when we arrived. The house location was in a quiet neighborhood and conveniently located to everything I had on my birthday to do list.I especially enjoyed listening to the record player. It had a great selection of vinyl. I would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Tranquility

I loved everything about this place! The huge new deck overlooking the canal with all the birds calling, the huge screened lanai, the comfort of the beds and the silky feel of the sheets. The decor is so interesting everywhere you look. Shani really has an eye for lovely things and gives great attention to detail. I loved looking through and playing the vinyl record collection and reading through the book collections she has all about Cross Creek. The bathroom is beautiful and unique. We had dinner both nights at the Yearling, a very popular restaurant a few houses away. A definite place to go while you are here. The Spanish moss (which is neither Spanish nor moss) hangs heavily on all the trees in the area and really enhances the mood of "old Florida" I may just have to use Shani's Realtor skills to find me a similar place of my own!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025