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3-bedroom cottage, 14 minutes to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

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Azalea Cottage
Azalea Cottage
Azalea Cottage front porch
Relax on the front porch swing
Back porch with bistro set

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Charlton County Courthouse
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Porch or veranda

Explore the area

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Folkston, GA
  • Place, Folkston Funnel Train Viewing Platform
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Folkston Railroad Transportation Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Charlton County Courthouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

3-bedroom cottage, 14 minutes to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

The Azalea Cottage is a renovated house with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and 1 half bath. The house sleeps up to 6 people (with 3 beds). A washer and dryer is included for your convenience. Relax on the front porch swing. Rail fans are within easy walking distance (2 blocks) of the train watching platform, as well as the Train Museum in downtown Folkston. The Okefenokee Swamp, is a short 8 mile drive where you can enjoy scenic views and see a variety of wildlife (including alligators). Take a guided boat tour of the swamp or rent a boat and tour the swamp at your own pace. You can also enjoy the raised boardwalk through the swamp and climb the tower at the end for an expansive view of the swamp. An informative visitor's center will educate you and your family about the swamp and its wildlife.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please ask the owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking inside the house.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 604685vb
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property

About the area

Folkston

Folkston is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and Suwanee Canal Recreation Area, while Folkston Railroad Transportation Museum and Woodbine Opry are cultural highlights. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Folkston, GA

What's nearby

  • Folkston Funnel Train Viewing Platform - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Folkston Railroad Transportation Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Charlton County Courthouse - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Okefenokee Swamp Park - 41 min drive - 63.3 km
  • Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay - 47 min drive - 55.4 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3-bedroom cottage, 14 minutes to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at 3-bedroom cottage, 14 minutes to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3-bedroom cottage, 14 minutes to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3-bedroom cottage, 14 minutes to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3-bedroom cottage, 14 minutes to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge located?

Situated in Folkston, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Folkston Railroad Transportation Museum and Folkston Funnel Train Viewing Platform. Charlton County Courthouse is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ed m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts very welcoming and accommodating, not that there was anything left wanting !House and amenities complete and wholly up to par, never needed anythingEverything was clean and wholesome in near perfect operating condition
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Beds were comfortable. Amenities were good. More soap in bathrooms would have been nice. Accurate description of property. Everything worked. Owner checked in with us during stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Tracey's cottage and found that it had everything we needed. It is a straightforward 15-minute drive to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, which made it perfect for our trip. The cottage is also walkable to restaurants in the center of Folkston. Tracey communicated check in and check out procedures clearly. We found this to be a good base from which to explore the swamp.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tracey is a great host! This is the 3rd year we stayed at one of her homes in Folkston and the 2nd time at this location. She is super accommodating and a pleasure to work with. Location is perfect for train enthusiasts. One block from the viewing platform. Thank you for a great stay! Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very cozy house! The host was quick to respond to messages and we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg G.

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

Great place!

Enjoyed the house and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nidia R.

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

Very Cute Cottage

It was a perfect place to stay during our visit to Folkston for a family reunion. Super cute cottage! We had everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al H.

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

Always a pleasure!

Great location to explore the swamp. Nice restaurants very near by.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

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

Great Place to stay!!

This is my family's go to place to stay in Folkston! It's a great location and Tracey is so easy to communicate with. If you are staying in the area, I absolutely recommend this place!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

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

Lovely cottage

We enjoyed our stay, so close to the Okefenokee!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2023
Glad you had a nice time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

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

March vacation

We loved our stay here. The house had everything needed. The hosts are quick to answer and respond to any questions or problems
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Great Place - perfect for a weekend getaway

Such a cute house, it was perfect for a quick weekend away. It was clean and well cared for.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
We are very happy that you enjoyed our cottage! Please come again soon. Thank you for the nice review.
Verified

8/10 Good

shari a.

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

a nice little home in a great location for my purposes

Thank you for your responsiveness and flexibility!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanny S.

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

Weekend wedding trip

Quick trip to attend a family wedding and it was like staying at my grandmothers house. Had everything we needed and very comfortable. Downtown is two blocks and has very nice places to eat. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

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

Had to go to a wedding at the winery.

Just right for my family and the grandbabies. We all enjoyed our stay. Had plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

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

Winter watch

Stayed with my son for Winterwatch and it was a great location near the platform
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

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

Great location

This was our second stay at this property. We love it! We'll continue to stay there when it's available. Plenty of room!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2022
Glad you had a nice stay! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Perfect gor our needs

We needed a homebase for our stay i. Yhe area while visiting family. It is an older house, not a luxury resort and is pricred as such. House was stocked with necessities. It was clean. It was within walking of town. We will definitely look for this on our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Railwatch

In Folkston for the weekend and Azalea Cottage was a perfect resting spot. It was close to the Folkston Funnel and walking distance of several restaurants. Clean, nice and had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2024
So glad you had a nice stay!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy l.

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

Amazing location

Cozy and bigger than it looked online. It felt like home. Location was amazing. Clean and friendly neighborhood. Close to town, within walking distance,. It was an amazing trip and we can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Wed love to have you stay again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Crystal

Good stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

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

Great Location

This is such a great place to stay. It is within walking distance of local restaurants and shops. Grocery store just down the road. About an hour to Florida beaches or go north to Georgia beaches. There are mature trees in the yard and they are beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Lovely cottage, well supplied with the necessities. Would definitely recommend it to friends.

Quaint southern cottage. Centrally located to St Mary's Ga and Jacksonville, Fl.. Folkston is a small town in southern Georgia with a great history of trains. The Whistling Dixie restaurant is great, staff are great! Nice little town to explore! Great bike trails all around and the Okeechobee Swamp is right down the road, a great place to spend the day! Enjoyed our time at Azalea Cottage!
Stayed 53 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
So happy you enjoyed your stay at the Azalea Cottage and in Folkston!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiana A.

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

Great country home!!

My family and I enjoyed our stay while being in town for the passing of loved ones. Great country home that even had a beautiful pear tree in the yard. We would definitely book again if needed. Folkston is my childhood town. We were surprised to find a place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2022
So glad you were comfortable at the house. We'd love to have you back.

About the host

Hosted by Tracey Brown

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I live in Atlanta.

Why they chose this property

This house was my father's childhood home and was built by my grandfather.

What makes this property unique

The location of the house is ideal for rail fans, Okefenokee Swamp visitors, and anyone visiting family in the area. It's also close to the wedding venue, Daughters Barn.

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