We all loved Welaka Lodge. My granddaughter was getting married at Ever After Farms. The wedding…read moreparty and family rented all the cabins and the one RV. It was great to have everyone together for a few days! So much better than hotel rooms. We also really enjoyed the Boat Bar and visited several times! I would definitely recommend the Welaka

Sherry was our server and she was the highlight of our afternoon at the Boat Bar. She took care of…read moreus every step of the way. The service is prompt, attentive, and courteous, mixed with a beautiful personality. The location is among the best! Beautiful waterfront dining and drinking. Ride up in your boat or bike. The owner, Marty, is crushing it!

Oh my gosh! A piece of paradise. Ian and Darin have perfected the feel for old Florida and the…read moremodern comforts. Exquisite taste, the tiny details make this a place you will remember fondly. All I can add is, you need to visit and see for yourself.

What a great place to stay when visiting Cedar Key! I wish I had thought to take pictures when we…read morearrived but we were so caught up chatting with the best owners and exploring the property. There's plenty of outdoor seating, spots to have a fire and even bicycles you can rent during your stay. We stayed in the Firefly cottage that has an unobstructed view of the water from its private back porch. Every morning we received freshly ground coffee and enjoyed it on the porch watching the jumping trout and pelicans. It was really relaxing and serene. The cottage itself had everything you'd need and was super clean. Cute little kitchen area, fully stocked with plates and utensils. Bathroom with plenty of towels, toiletries and places to hang your bags. There's also a living room area with tv and queen sized bed. The cottage is so cozy and decorated with the coolest art and books. The best part are the hosts/owners. Ian and Darrin were so warm and welcoming. You can tell they love what they do. They know all the best spots in town too! The cottages are also only a 15 minute walk to town. We walked everywhere when we were there which was good considering all the tasty diner food we had.

Best trout and red fishing on the flats! This five star members only resort offers fresh fish…read moreprepared daily with beautiful views of the gulf. Private beach and deep water docks. Mimosas in the morning and sea breeze in the evening.

I can't say enough positive things about our trip! From the moment we arrived, the staff went out…read moreof their way to make us feel welcome. Their kindness and hospitality truly made the experience even more special. The cabin was absolutely gorgeous. Every detail was thoughtfully designed, and you can tell they wanted guests to feel comfortable and pampered. Heated toilet seats? Yep! A huge spa-like shower with an oversized rain shower head? Absolutely. The beds were so comfortable that getting out of them every morning was a challenge. The private boat ramp and direct access to the Homosassa River were complete game changers. We visited during the Fourth of July weekend and opening week of scalloping season, so being able to walk out the front door, hop on our boat from the private dock, and head sstraight onto the water was incredibly convenient. After experiencing that, I honestly can't imagine staying anywhere else. As an added bonus, we had front-row seats to an incredible Fourth of July fireworks show right from our front porch. It was the perfect ending to each day. Thank you for creating such an unforgettable vacation. We can't wait to come back!

We enjoyed our stay here! Simple accommodations but clean and it had almost everything we needed…read more Quiet and peaceful. There are boat docks and I believe it is pet friendly as well. I woke up early one day to watch the sun rise over the water. There is a roost of black vultures across the water that were active. MWe hope to come back!

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel obligated to warn others about my experience with this…read moreproperty. I checked into the hotel on 03/27/2026 and checked out the very same day because the room condition was unacceptable. The room was not clean and did not meet reasonable expectations for a hotel stay. I was uncomfortable remaining there and chose to leave rather than stay overnight. Despite the fact that I never actually stayed at the property, the hotel has refused to issue any refund and is keeping the full charge for the entire stay. I attempted to resolve the issue directly with the hotel and through Expedia, providing clear communication about why I left the property the same day. Communication from the hotel was delayed and unhelpful. I received responses saying the matter would be sent to management, but no meaningful resolution was ever provided. What made this experience even more concerning was the dispute process afterward. During my credit card dispute, the hotel reportedly claimed that I "never checked out," which is completely false. I did leave the property the same day and have documentation showing my attempts to contact the hotel and resolve the matter. A disappointing room is one thing, but the lack of accountability, refusal to reasonably address the situation, and inaccurate statements made afterward are what ultimately led me to leave this review. I strongly encourage future guests to thoroughly inspect their room immediately upon arrival and keep records of all communication if problems arise.

This was our second stay at this property. We really like the units--they're very spacious and have…read moreexcellent indoor lighting, which makes a big difference given the limited natural light. The unit was clean and comfortable overall, though the sofa and recliner are quite worn and could use replacing. The TV was new, but not set up correctly when we arrived, and after setup it offered only a few basic channels, so we had to rely on the free Roku streaming service for entertainment. The most frustrating issue was the bed foundation, which sticks out at the corners. It's easy to bump into, so be cautious around the bed.

Good place to stay, esp for pricing. They're pet friendly and it was great to have our golden…read moreretriever with us. Great waterfront views and access to the lake. Very close to Juniper and Silver Springs, which was convenient for us to leave our dog at the unit while we visited the springs. Units are similar to mobile trailer units with AC/heat, a full fridge, small kitchen, a full bed and fold out futon. Few drawbacks, the bed was pretty squeaky, so we opted to sleep on the futon. Bathroom and showers show some wear and tear. Not too many places to eat nearby, but the restaurant across the street is very good. Otherwise you'll have to drive towards Ocala, about 15 miles away.

This is my third time renting one of the cabins. My cabin faces the lake with a beautiful view, it…read moreis clean and everything is supplied for you. Management will help with any problems in a reasonable time frame. It is located in the middle of the state which is nice because it is easier to get to the West or East coast, as well as the Villages or Orlando. Ocala is a 20 minute drive.

The pros are The places are amazing clean lots of room .Beautiful looks. The people are super nice…read morehere. The ice cream is so good. But you do get a paper when you come in and you're supposed to scan it to be able to get to your house if it doesn't work or if you don't even try it, the securities will let you in. That is very terrible. You could just have a random piece of paper and get in. It's really unsafe. But other than that, it's a beautiful resort. Definitely recommend. I've stayed here the last few time I've gone to Florida.

We had an enjoyable stay at the house we rented on Candy Palm Road within this resort community…read more Checking in at the gate was easy, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The complex was lovely, clean, and pretty quiet. We had nice strolls on the great walkway through the swampland to the resort. We saw turtles, ducks, ibis, and even a tiny alligator. While our house rental had a small "spool," we thoroughly enjoyed the community pool and hottubs. The bar and grille were wonderful, too. Not to mention, the other fun amenities available that were the arcade, basketball court, tennis court, volleyball court, gym, and theatre. Disney World was also an easy going 25 minute car ride away. Great resort community, and we had a nice host for our house rental.

We just left Suwannee Valley Resort this morning and we already miss it! This was our second or…read morethird time there and we just love it. The staff, BG and Tom-owners are wonderful. Arthur and Jenn are very attentive and all of the restaurant and store staff are great. The food is delicious, Thank You chef Rhett. The pool and hot tub are immaculate, as Robbie does a fantastic job. She is out there every morning at least by 6:30 am. They are very respectful and considerate, there are no phones or iPads allowed in the pool area and restaurant. This resort loves our country, the military, fire, police and first responders. All branches of the military are recognized and honored. The National Anthem is played at 12 noon on Saturdays a Sundays, I wish it was everyday! I get tears in my eyes every time I hear it! This resort is 21 and over, which I love! The resort is a member of the AANR and abide by their guidelines. You will most definitely feel safe, secure and enjoy the folks here, the guests are friendly and helpful. There are all kinds of sports to enjoy besides the pool and hot tub, you can enjoy pickle ball, mini golf, nature trails, pool tables, video games, a great video abd book library cabinet, there is live entertainment on Saturday nights and special occasion. You will not be bored here. They have a lovely bar and restaurant. If you are looking to try a naturist, clothing optional resort....this is it! Call them today and get info. Rick and Jamie give it an A+++

Clean and friendly environment. One of our favorite places to spend our weekends and relax. Also on…read moreweekends food can be purchased and it's delicious and reasonably priced.

The views are beautiful and the sunsets wonderful. There are some very nice people here. But it's…read morevery poorly maintained and you have to deal with hassles like the occasional maniacal gate attendants (several of whom have retired or been fired thank goodness) but there is still senile and deaf Walt. He likes to play enforcer but doesn't even curb his own dog. Yes I've seen you! I like to be treated with respect and in a friendly manner where I live. I follow the rules and try to get along. But this place has an aura of dispute. They fought over the two pools and litigated. The gate attendants harass your guests. The elevators are often non functional. The pool is out of commission for days, weeks, and even months. It's ridiculous. The facilities aren't well taken care of and are dated. It's a Hudson type operation. I'm very happy to be moving elsewhere soon.. I would be wary to rent or buy here if you want quality. But sometimes life is what you make it. So despite all the silly frustrations I've definitely enjoyed the views, the birds, the manatees,.the dolphins, the times when the pool was open, the sunsets,.the nature trail, the shoreline and Gulf,.the doves, osprey (though it's messy), all the many other birds migratory and otherwise.. and the friends I've made.

I stayed one month at Half Shell Resort And Marina…read more Don't be fooled by the pretty pictures in their marketing. You cannot see the water, or the dock with raggedy abandoned boats, unless you walk past the abandoned house, in the way of the view, through the soggy, bug-filled grasses to reach it. The dock has been closed due to boards being a hazard and/or work being done on the abandoned house boat. The bathroom for ladies is not safe as the door doesn't shut all the way and there's a measly hook and eye "lock" on the door. The outdoor lights go on and off. Sleep, on the weekends, is periodically interrupted by the noise from the diesel trucks of the intoxicated workers that stay there I had to buy ant killer/bug poison because the location sits basically one big ant hill. They will get in your rig, food or not. There were random dogs off leash most every day. Take care of your little ones. One of the long term residents stole another camper's small, cute tea cup dog that periodically ran loose. The cops were called for that huge fight. I witnessed one of the dog owners being thrown to the ground and dragged by her large untrained dog as it tore off to attack another dog. One of the large dogs jumped on me and shredded my legs with their unclipped nails. I will have a permanent scar from this incident. The dog owners always insist their dog is so nice. Someone left a dirty diaper next to the dumpster for 4 days. There is a long term father and son resident that can be heard yelling/swearing/fighting, usually in the morning, as the recluse son habitually abuses his father. The cops were called 3 days in a row to calm down the intoxicated girlfriend of one of the residents that was being evicted. The place is a dirty, bug-filled parking lot with homeless people and their untrained dogs infesting it. Make no mistake this was one drama filled month. And, the final straw was the owner not acknowledging my requests to return my deposit. Keep that in mind when they assure you that you'll get the deposit back at the end of your stay.

Stayed on the park this past week and its awesome since new owner ship beautiful paved roads quite…read morepeaceful made sure to use the new fire pit also will definatly be back