Does Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL have toilets?

Toilets are available at 1 of 2 sites at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL. Camping/Vanlife type: Bucket toilet with snap-on seat/lid within the bunkhouse, some privacy as surrounded by carved screen room divider, with necessary materials/supplies on hand. No. 2 into absorbent material that gets double bagged and put in trash bin; No. 1 (urine collected). Host supports proper disposal of both.

Is drinking water available at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL?

Yes — potable water is available at every site at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL.

Does Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL have picnic tables?

Picnic tables are available at 1 of 2 sites at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL. Not the typcial wooden picnic table outside, however, a metal kitchen counter-height table and two stools are part of the bunkhouse furnishings. There are also metal side tables and Adirondack chairs around the premises.

Does Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL have laundry?

Laundry is available at 1 of 2 sites at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL. Laundry service: Host can wash, dry, and fold guest laundry items, $5 per small load, upon request. Guests are otherwise welcome to handwash their own laundry items and hang on the clothesline to dry, clothespins provided.

Does Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL have wifi?

Wifi is available at 1 of 2 sites at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL. Basic internet access available to guests, provided consideration to not use up Host's data plan with a lot of streaming/file uploads-downloads.

Does Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at every site at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL.

How do you get to the sites at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL?

2WD accessible. Park at your site.

Are pets allowed at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL?

No — pets are not allowed at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL.

Are campfires allowed at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL?

Fire ban in effect. Campfires are temporarily unavailable due to a fire ban. However, the ban still allows charcoal grills and gas stoves.

What is the check-in process at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL?

You'll meet and greet with your host Judith upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL?

Full refund 3 days before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL?

Check-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL?

Book from 1 day to 6 months ahead. Stay up to 7 nights.

Does Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL have showers?

No — no showers at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL.

Does Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL have a hot tub?

No — no hot tub at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL.

Does Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL have a playground?

No — no playground at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL.

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Rustic cottage is a dry-camp set-up, in other words no running water, so offers a camp toilet and basic electrical power. Yet a big upgrade from camping out in a tent or crammed inside your vehicle.

Very cute, cozy cottage -- rustic lakefront accommodations. Tiny house dimensions: 8-ft wide x 16-ft long "bunkhouse", sleeping loft with twin bed is nearly 4-ft deep and 8-ft wide accessible by step-ladder and a cot-width chaise lounge below; the porch decking is 8-ft wide by 6-ft deep with a generous sloping roof.

View looking out past the cottage porch, a comfortable place to have your morning coffee, bird watch, and/or relax in the shade.

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Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL

Hosted by Judith · Hawthorne, Florida

2 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 1 acre

93%

7 reviews

LAKEFRONT RETREAT! Boondock parking/tent camping spot or bunkhouse accommodations located in north central Florida lake country with an 'old Florida' feel, at homeowner Host's parcel on a small lake (private, i.e., no public access) that offers fishing, swimming (sandy-bottomed), birdwatching, and plenty of outdoor seating. HipCamp listings provided by an experienced, highly rated Host on other lodgings platforms, and fellow van-life traveler. Lakefront property is located in between Hawthorne and Interlachen out in the wooded countryside (decidedly rural) on a dead-end road as it turns to dirt -- usually very peaceful and quiet. Central location serves as a good base camp for day trips to the ocean beaches at either the Atlantic or the Gulf Coast, the manatees at various springs, or Ocala horse country. Variety of shops and restaurants are located in Gainesville to the west or Palatka to the east, both an easy drive on S.R. 20. BOONDOCKING SITE: Must be self-contained and leave no trace. Accepting only one camping guest vehicle at a time. The homeowner property is fenced with drive-through wing gates, host will greet you upon arrival so you can choose your spot either in the shade or in the sun or somewhat in between as the sandy ground slopes gently to the private lake. Best for vans, SUVs, or those with car and tent. Please inquire regarding compact RVs -- due to overhanging branches of oak shade trees, and limited size of the 0..66 acre lot, cannot accommodate large RVs or travel trailers. Potable water available from the yard's garden hose, but cannot offer power, and there's no public restroom or dump station. Small bags of trash or two can go in our communal covered trash bin. BUNKHOUSE OPTION: Charming dry-camp lakefront cottage (no running water) with basic electrical (cannot handle high-draw electrical devices like heaters or A/C units) has a van-life type camp toilet (bag #2, collect urine/#1; proper disposals supported by Host), jug of local spring water for drinking, bed options include a new twin mattress in upper sleeping loft and a new cot-width padded chaise lounge below (clean fitted bottom sheet and pillowcase provided per stay). Guests provide their own towels and toiletries. Some basic camping kitchen/household items provided. Guests are welcome to use the homeowner Host's vintage rowboat, kayaks, communal firepit, and/or wooden dock. Or there's a small tire-rim firepit by the shorefront. Firewood bundle with kindling available for a small fee. Not best property for traveling with pets, may be negotiable on a case-by-case basis, due to homeowner's dog (communicate directly with Host prior to booking). Guest pets would have to remain on tether at all times while on premises. Also, why care with gates must be practiced, such as securely latched and closed after going in or out, due to homeowner Host's dog.

Select a site

RV/tent sites

1 site

Lakefront Camper Van / Tent Site

100%

(1)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 2 · Vehicles under 16 ft

LAKEFRONT RETREAT! Can accommodate car camping, camper vans, and/or tent set-ups; but not larger RVs, and pulling a trailer into here doesn't work well within our small parcel (navigating overhead branches, trees, other vehicles, and fencing, lack of turn-around capability). Confer with Host upon arrival to select your preferred spot on the property, most options in partial shade, or no shade, closer to lake or not, more level or some slope, inside fencing or not. We aim to accommodate as long as guest camper does not block driveway for Host vehicles to come and go plus staying off of septic system on northside of the house. Recommend passing through our lakeside gate to park/set-up outside the fenced compound where Host-Homeowner's dog roams. FYIs: You'll have to bring along your own portable camping toilet -- onboard within your vehicle or to be contained within a tent. However, Host supports proper disposal of dry-potty method (bagged waste goes in shared trash can) and urine collection (Host would flush jugs of pee for you). Potable well water available for campers via garden hose. Recommend you bring along your preferred drinking water. If the Bunkhouse is already booked for the same timeframe, we'll likely have to decline campsite requests or schedule for other date(s).

No campfires

No toilet

Potable water

No pets

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Lodging

1 site

Rustic Lakefront Bunkhouse

92%

(6)

Cabin · Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · 2 beds

The Bunkhouse is a dry camp set-up: bucket toilet, no running water; yet has basic electricity for lights and fans and to recharge your phone or run your laptop. Shared/limited WiFi internet access. BED OPTIONS: Include a new twin mattress in the sleeping loft (accessible for the able-bodied and agile via a step-ladder) and the cot-width recliner wooden chaise lounge laid flat with mattress pad below. Campers bring in their add'l bedding. CAMP TOILET: bucket camping toilet with snap-on seat and lid (aka "dry potty" methods) with all the necessary materials to double-bag No. 2, and containers for No. 1 urine collection; Host provides all toileting supplies and supports proper disposal of both No. 1 + 2, plus all toileting equipment is sanitized in between guests. WATER AVAILABLE: Host provides a gallon jug of our local spring water for drinking. There is a garden hose at corner of the house with potable water for cooking, hosing off/washing up. Campers can boat, swim and bathe in the lake in swimsuits and provide their own towels and toiletries. FURNISHINGS: See photos, the rustic Bunkhouse is fully furnished. Other than two single-person beds and camping toilet, also stocked with many camp kitchen basics. A dome charcoal grill for guests is by the porch (bring your own sack of charcoal briquets and lighter fluid). POWER: The bunkhouse offers only basic electrical power, not suitable for high-draw electrical devices, like typical space heaters, A/C units, or heavy-duty kitchen appliances; however, a single-coil 1000W hot plate provided. A low-watt personal space heater and powerful electric fan are included. So plan accordingly for Florida's seasonal temperature ranges. PORCH: Sit out on the front porch overlooking the lake with your coffee or drink and/or for birdwatching. Guests can use the metal mesh side table for their propane/butane camping stove out on the porch. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS: Accessing the twin bed up in the sleeping loft is only suitable for the agile and able-bodied, best for adolescent/small adult. No open-flame cooking, heating, lighting, or lit candles allowed inside the wooden cottage. All typical safety items included. NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 13 -- as not child-proof. Longer-stays negotiable. Contact Host with any Qs or requests.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Picnic table

Reviews

93%· 7 reviews

Susan M.
Camped at Rustic Lakefront Bunkhouse, May 2025.
It was okay
The place was immaculant and very detail oriented. I'm sure it is very peaceful and a lovely place to rest and recharge. There were some personal issues going on during my stay that really interrupted any relaxing or recharging.
Host replyMay 2025
This personal issue has meanwhile been resolved. It involved a mentally ill and abusive roommate on premises who moved out 5/7/25, ahead of the eviction process and being arrested for an incident of battery 5/6/25. The verbal abuse escalated into physical abuse the Sunday after this HipCamp guest arrived. I would have been fine with issuing a full refund to Susan M. had I realized she was that annoyed about the worsening situation that was beyond my control.
Kimberly M.
Camped at Rustic Lakefront Bunkhouse, May 2025.
Recommends
Judith was a great host. Daddy and (adult) son trip. Accommodating to no end. She had everything you could've ever forgotten. She made sure we had what we needed and was so nice to talk to. Dog was super sweet. You could fish on the lake which was the reason for the weekend. Her property was nice and we would stay again.
Host replyMay 2025
Thank you for the stay and kind words.
Haley W.
Camped at Rustic Lakefront Bunkhouse, Apr 2025.
Recommends
Judith was very kind and accommodating. The bunk house was set up very nicely. The view was great we even got to see a Sandhill crane family with a chick! All in all had a great stay.
Host replyApr 2025
Thanks Haley for your kind words, I enjoyed meeting you and Cole. Take care.

Amenities

Fire pitsTemporarily unavailable due to a fire ban
Portable toiletsAt some sites
Potable waterSpigot, Hose, Pump or well, Bottled water or jugs
Picnic tablesAt some sites
WifiAt some sites
LaundryAt some sites
Trash disposalRecycling bin, Trash bin
Cooking equipmentAt some sites · Private, Stovetop or hot plate, Cooking utensils, Dishware, Cutlery, Basic seasoning and oils, Sink or other dishwashing station, BBQ
No showers
No electricity hookup
No water hookup
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

2WD accessiblePark at your site.
No pets allowedPets can't join this trip.
Fire ban in effectCampfires are temporarily unavailable due to a fire ban. However, the ban still allows charcoal grills and gas stoves.
Check-in processYou'll meet and greet with your host Judith upon arrival.
Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm.
Booking windowBook from 1 day to 6 months ahead. Stay up to 7 nights.

Extras

Bedding: blanket and/or top sheet$3.00 per personAt select sitesBase rate: includes clean pillowcase and bottom sheet. If you are not packing along your own bedding / sleeping bag, Host can provide bed covers for small fee (laundry charge).
Towels$3.00 per personAt select sitesTowels such as a bath towel and washcloth or beach towel (laundry charge).

Location

Hawthorne, Putnam, Florida, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Your Host

Judith W.Joined March 2024100% response rateResponds within 2 hours

Frequently asked questions

Cooking equipment is available at 1 of 2 sites at Lakefront Sweet Spot, N Central FL. Ice-chest cooler for food and beverages: Host can provide either a small or medium-size cooler and/or ice packs of frozen bottles of water, upon request. Cooking options: (1) A one-coil burner hot plate is provided; (2) Guests are welcome to set-up their portable propane/butane camping stoves on metal mesh side tables outside on the cottage porch; (3) A dome-type charcoal grill is by the bunkhouse for guest use. Host provides camp kitchenware basics (paper plates, napkins, plastic tableware) and coffee makings. If there is some item you lack but want to borrow, please let Host know.