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Rebel's Rest - A Romantic Getaway Houseboat w/ New Water Filtration System

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A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a ceiling fan. There is a dining area with a brown leather couch and a small table.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the water through the windows.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.
A compact RV interior with a kitchenette, dining area, and living space.
A pink building with a dock extending into calm water, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Apalachicola, FL
  • Place, Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Apalachicola Chocalate Company
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Orman House Historic State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Rebel's Rest - A Romantic Getaway Houseboat w/ New Water Filtration System

This floating home offers sweeping waterfront views of the river with spectacular sunrises and sunsets. The moon reflecting off the water provides a backdrop for a romantic dinner on your waterfront porch. You will enjoy a peaceful stay in this cozy one bedroom chalet while being entertained by a variety of wildlife including bald eagles and pelicans looking for their next meal. You will see dolphins swim by as they follow the commercial fishing boats hoping that they will capture some of their catch . The boating traffic in this low wake area includes both large pleasure yachts as well as the famous Apalachicola commercial fishing boats out for their oyster, shrimp and grouper. There are fishing rods available onboard for your afternoon relaxation. Parking is only a few steps from your vacation houseboat.
The interior of this gem offers a fully stocked kitchen with all full size appliances, televisions with all DISH channels in both living room and bedroom, free WiFi, a large bathroom, an office area and a separate bedroom featuring a queen size bed. Coffee (Keurig) is provided and all linens are included. Just bring your suitcase to start your vacation aboard the Rebel's Rest.
Just a 5 minute walk to town as your floating home is moored just a couple of blocks from downtown Apalachicola. You may spend your time browsing the shops and art galleries in the area or dine at the many restaurants in town which specialize in the fresh seafood of the area. The famous Up the Creek Restaurant and Raw Bar is located right next door and serves the best oysters in town along with a variety of other fish, chicken or beef. For more upscale dining, there is the Owl Cafe and the Gibson Inn which serve a variety of dishes. The freshest fish and seafood in town is served at the Station. Downtown Apalachicola's shops, restaurants and bars are only a 2 or 3 block walk from your floating home.
For the beach lovers, a twilight stroll along with beaches of St. George Island is a short 15 minute drive away. The panhandle beaches with their white sandy beaches are rated some of the best in the United States. You can get a panoramic view of the surrounding area by walking to the top of the St. George Island lighthouse. For sunbathing, the State Park is the best kept secret with a very secluded beach for your enjoyment.
For romance, a fishing adventure or just a relaxing get away from your hectic life, you will find a wonderful and completely enjoyable vacation aboard the Rebel's Rest. Perfect for anniversaries, birthdays or marriage proposals!
Please feel free to visit our other houseboats, all moored in downtown Apalachicola, FL
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1029857vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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 first aid kit
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

About the area

Apalachicola

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Historic Downtown Apalachicola, a neighbourhood in Apalachicola. Orman House Historic State Park and St. George Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Apalachicola Chocalate Company and Downtown Books & Purl. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Apalachicola, FL

What's nearby

  • Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Apalachicola Chocalate Company - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Downtown Books & Purl - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Orman House Historic State Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • John Gorrie State Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Pirate - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪High Five Dive Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Station - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Bistro - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rebel's Rest - A Romantic Getaway Houseboat w/ New Water Filtration System pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rebel's Rest - A Romantic Getaway Houseboat w/ New Water Filtration System?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rebel's Rest - A Romantic Getaway Houseboat w/ New Water Filtration System on 13 Oct 2026 start from AU$972, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rebel's Rest - A Romantic Getaway Houseboat w/ New Water Filtration System?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rebel's Rest - A Romantic Getaway Houseboat w/ New Water Filtration System?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rebel's Rest - A Romantic Getaway Houseboat w/ New Water Filtration System?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rebel's Rest - A Romantic Getaway Houseboat w/ New Water Filtration System located?

Located in Historic Downtown Apalachicola, this houseboat is within a 5-minute walk of Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa, Dixie Theatre and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Orman House Historic State Park and Downtown Books & Purl are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the best vacation I’ve ever had! Right on the water of Cipio Creek, best sleep I’ve had in a long time, and everybody was so friendly. Fishing off the deck was divine and the town is amazing with lots to do. Already planning our next trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2026
We am so glad that you had a wonderful time! We hope to see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit was so great, well suited for 2 people. It was great to fish off the deck and watch the boats go by. Sunrises were gorgeous!The owner was very accommodating, unit was well stocked and we would go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your review. I am glad that you had a wonderful stay. Please visit again. Karen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay only complaint was that we couldn’t stay long enough will definetly return again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

See you next time!

Wonderful get-away! Great location-can walk to restaurants and shops.Short, very scenic drive to St. George Island beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous setting

Highly recommend this as a stay to relax. Walking and shopping as well as amazing food all right out the front door.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2022
Thank you for your review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again. Karen
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Have a great weekend caught lots of fish very cool place to stay

You have a great time every night restaurant right next-door fishing was great sitting out on the water all day all night was awesome !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for choosing to stay aboard the Rebel's Rest. I would love to see you again. Karen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Authentic Houseboat!

Second time staying with Karen and we would highly recommend it for a relaxing time on the river, in walking distance to all the fun restaurants and bars of Apalachicola!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay on Apalacheecola Houseboat

Our stay on the houseboat was great - plenty of wildlife (birds - alligators- dolphins- fish) Easy walking distance to everything Great boat layout - tv in living room and bedroom - great AC - great sunsets from the porch in the water Great appliances and utensils Easy check in and check out
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House Boat Heaven

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. 4th of July weekend is definitely the time be there. Only issue was the sulfur smell of water. It’s Florida, what can you say. Food and shops can all be found within a short walk. Fishing was great. Just an awesome time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing

Great relaxing property. Property was clean and had everything we needed. Everything was in walking distance (shops, restaurants, bars, etc.). Karen was very welcoming and helpful with suggestions. Highly recommend this for a get-away!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am so glad that you had an enjoyable stay aboard the Rebel's Rest. Thank you for choosing to stay at Houseboats at River Watch. I hope to see you again. Karen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming waterfront accommodation

We truly enjoyed our stay. The house has everything you need and Karen was super friendly and available for any questions. Don’t worry about staying on the water because even the biggest boats passing by caused very little movement. We will definitely be back and plan to tell our friends and family about this little jewel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2021
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you both again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect respite!

My husband and I recently stayed in this beautiful home. It was a perfect slice of paradise - even in December - to get away from the craziness of day-to-day. All of the shops and restaurants were within a short walking distance, the sunrises were breathtaking every morning, the house was the perfect size for just the two of us, and there were even dolphins right outside the back patio! We would recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet, gorgeous getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am so glad that you both had a relaxing stay aboard the Rebel's Rest. Thank you for choosing to stay here. I hope to see you both again when you have time for a weekend away. Karen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Comfy stay on this houseboat!

I enjoyed a March week vacationing on Rebel's Rest. Despite several days of cool and windy weather, the houseboat proved to be comfy and cozy. I felt comfortable there immediately as everything you might need is available and the layout is excellent. I will consider staying here again when visiting the area because I loved waking up to sunrises on the water and being so close to the shops and restaurants in Apalachicola.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am so glad that you enjoyed your stay aboard the Rebel's Rest. It was nice to have you as a guest. I hope that you return. Karen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Chill laxing

Sitting on the porch or just inside sliding doors really enjoyed just chillin and relaxing and watching all the boats going slowly by. Great spot to relax and recharge during this crazy time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience!

We loved staying on your houseboat. It was so magical sitting on the deck watching the fish jump, the lily pads float by and the shrimp boats coming in surrounded by birds. The location was great, was able to walk right out the door and listen to some good music right around the corner, browse through the local shops and eat some great restaurants. Also, a quick drive to Cape San Blas, spent the day at the beach swimming in the Gulf. I can't wait to come back and share this experience with other friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2021
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
It was very clean and well appointed but we were not prepared for the terrible smelling water in the houseboat. I couldn’t bring myself to bathe in it. I thought it had a new water filtration system but the water had a disgusting smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2025
Thank you very much for the feedback. We strive to offer the best amenities available. We've looked at our process for the new filtration system and engaged with our service provider. We have made adjustments to ensure your experience with the water does not happen again. Again, thank you for your honest feedback and we look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fresh and in good condition. I brought bottled water because others had complained about the water smelling and tasting like sulfur. But that is no longer the case. I was able to drink from the tap and it tasted just fine and no sulfur smell at all!!We had everything we needed for a lovely stay. Karen greeted us upon check in and Norma checked in later to see if everything was to our liking. We got up early each morning to watch the sun rise from our porch. We walked everywhere. The car stayed parked. The weather was a little chilly but we were super comfy sitting on the porch and watching the boats and the pelicans and reading. We ate at many of the local places, but found the best food right next door at Up the Creek!It was all so wonderful, we look foreword to the next time.Will recommend the houseboats to anyone who is going to Apalachicola for a quiet, restful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review. I hope that you will return many times and choose to stay aboard!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a sweet comfy houseboat!

The houseboat was everything the listing said and more. We absolutely loved sitting on the deck in the morning watching the fishing boats go by and the sun come up over the water while enjoying our tea and coffee. This houseboat is located within walking distance of old town Apalachicola with all its restaurants and shopping. Walk across the street in the morning for the most delicious biscuits from The Biscuit Factory or walk next door to Up The Creek Seafood Restaurant for an amazing dinner. No fishing poles? No problem! The owner has provided two! We intend to return!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Truly Restful, much nicer than pictures show

We were pleasantly surprised with this gem on the water. The pictures make the interior look a little dated and dowdy. That is FAR from the actual experience. We thoroughly enjoyed this place with high ceilings, a lot of natural light, and a fantastic A/C system. While the bedroom was small, the mattress was very good and extra pillows were provided. There is a LOT of storage so you can tuck your suitcases out of site and ample room to cook in the kitchen. The ONLY downfall is the weird sulfer smell of the water - many the hot water, from the faucets. The water is clean and it didn't provide a bad showering experience but we did get bottled water for our coffee. Plus, if you like to fish - this is the place. My husband actually got tired of catching fish off the houseboat - mainly sail cats and other smaller catfish. But it seemed that every cast resulted in a catch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation week

We found the houseboat just as described in the listing. The photos were very accurate. We met Karen one day while walking the dock & had a very nice conversation with her. She gave us a little history of the town & her boat rentals. If you are looking for a small town to go & relax, then this is the place for you. We spent alot of our time just relaxing on the back deck enjoying the water. This town is a no-frills, laid back, friendly , quite place. The stores / restaurants close pretty early & some places are closed on Sunday / Monday. It is worth the drive to take the bridge over to St. George. The beach at the State Park there was absolutely perfect. No crowds & the softest sand ever. We went into this vacation looking for relaxation in a non-tourist trap atmosphere and that is exactly what we got. Everything was GREAT! Thank you Karen for offering such an awesome rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2023
I am so glad that you enjoyed your week's vacation. I hope to see you again when you decide to escape the Michigan winters!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Perfect Location

Rebel rest is a cute little house boat. It was very clean & comfortable! It’s location is perfect! You can walk anywhere around the town from its location. The view is beautiful and even on a hot summer day the breeze off the water makes it pleasant for sitting on the front patio & watching all the boats go by. Although we cooked nothing while there the kitchen is adequate for preparing a meal. We throughly enjoyed our stay and we give the place 5 stars all the way but, we were a little amused that we had to wait 30 minutes to get into the houseboat and communication was very slow. When you travel upon arrival you just want to get out of the car & relax. I notified Karan shortly after 4 that the houseboat was not open but did not hear back until the next day. Luckily someone showed up about 4:30 to open it because we were concerned that there had been a mix up. We would still highly recommend the Rebels Rest with its full view into a small fishing villages life style, off the beaten path of the touristy town but don’t by any means miss the cute shops & wonderful restaurants. Our favorite restaurant was The Station. It’s a short drive to Carrabelle, MX Beach, Pt St Joe and even Tyndall if you happen to be military which we are & we enjoyed visiting several friends along the Panhandle stretch. Book with confidence that you will enjoy your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

3 day birthday weekend

We loved our stay at the houseboat and had so much fun. The water view is beautiful and the boat barely moved at all. I will say it was not very private and was odd to have some harmless patrons from the restaurant next door and the host board and come around to the back porch while we were still inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We really enjoyed our stay in the Rebel's Rest! It was very cute and clean and so much fun to be right on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cool place

We really enjoyed our stay. First time staying in a houseboat. Very clean and in good repair. Nicely furnished. Bed was very comfortable. Parking was very close and it was easy to find the property. We were very close to downtown. Up the Creek Oyster Bar next door was fantastic good food and friendly service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

First time staying in a houseboat and it was a great experience. We loved the peacefulness and beautiful views…. We also got remarried on the boat ! Everything fell into place and Ms. Judi did an excellent job with short notice of vows and while exchanging vows… fish started flapping and a boat went by and cheered. We love Apalatchacola, and so did my parents… We left a huge house in St. George ti come back though Apalatchacola one last night. We missed staying on the boat again , but enjoyed touring around and having a fabulous lunch at the Owl cafe . We are very interested in coming back to the boathouses. Thank you , Karen .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Karen Hoff

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I purchased the houseboat marina in 2013 and moved to Apalachicola to manage Florida Houseboat Vacation Rentals in 2014 after retiring from my career as a Commercial Lending Officer. Since then, I have added 3 houseboats along with the 2 additional houseboats which were moored in the marina already. I decided to move to Apalachicola for the "Old Florida" charm of the city with it's historic homes and easy lifestyle.

Why they chose this property

The location makes it easy to walk to all of the restaurants, bars, shops and historic homes in downtown Apalachicola.

What makes this property unique

These 4 houseboat rentals are moored in downtown Apalachicola and offer an unique waterfront stay while located in a quiet and comfortable locale. The Rebel's Rest (one of 4 houseboats) offers a covered waterfront porch with space to enjoy a meal or just watch the boat traffic and a very upscale interior.

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