Millers Marina of Suwannee Inc., dba Suwannee Houseboats in Suwannee

Miller’s Marine and Suwannee Houseboats are located on the beautiful and historic Suwannee River, where the Suwannee meets the Gulf of Mexico. Established, owned and operated by the Miller family since 1971 in the quaint village appropriately named, Suwannee. Suwannee is an easy drive from just about anywhere in Florida and south Georgia, an hour west of Gainesville and the University of Florida. The Miller’s offer a full service marina with covered wet and dry storage, transit boat slips, fueling facilities for even the larger vessels. Overnight accommodations include townhouse and cabin rentals, a campground, and of course, Suwannee Houseboat rentals. They even have Realtors onsite to assist those interested in waterfront properties, residential and commercial.

The folks at Miller’s Suwannee Houseboats are just country folk, and are truly pleased to see that you have decided to visit their piece of paradise. The friendly staff will greet you upon your arrival and are eager to meet your needs. During conversation you will pick up on the respect and admiration they have for this river, often referring to her as a “Graceful Lady” or a “Real Southern Belle”… Whatever one wishes to refer to her as, she is one of Florida’s most precious waterways and best kept secrets.

The Suwannee River is known worldwide, immortalized by the song writer Stephen Foster when he wrote “Way Down Upon the Suwannee River,” however, the Suwannee remains a mystery to many. That is why the Miller’s chose this river to call home.

Of the Suwannee’s 265 miles only about 70 miles are navigable by boat of any size. The lower reaches of the river, from the Gulf of Mexico to Fanning Springs are ideal houseboating territory. Picture yourself lazily cruising for hours aboard a houseboat without seeing another soul, basking in the sun with a light river or gulf breeze, watching for manatee, osprey, eagles and sturgeon. Visit areas like Manatee and Fanning Spring State Parks, historical sites such as “Yulee Bend,” the site of a scuttled confederate stern wheeler, or perhaps Florida’s underwater archeological site of the “City of Hawkinsville.” There are also Fowlers Bluff, with history all it’s own, boasting of hidden pirate treasures. If history or culture is not your bag, try casting line and fish the dark silky waters for bass, catfish, reds and trout. If you just aren’t a fisher person, jump in and enjoy the cooling spring fed river waters.

The Miller’s have been renting houseboats to hundreds of families just like yours for a long time, giving them the opportunity to experience for themselves the pleasures of a real river vacation on a houseboat. All of the houseboats are air conditioned, so Florida’s sun can shine on. The boats are easy to steer and operate even for the novice boater. The layout and décor will allow you to experience a “Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn” adventure, the difference being the Suwannee River.

With seven houseboats in our fleet, we are sure we will have something available for you. Give us a call for additional information or to place reservations.

Provisions of the Houseboat

• We provide all top coverings for the beds, sheets, pillows and cases.             
• Generator  for electrical power and operations of the AC                                                   
• Sheets, pillows, pillow cases                                                         
• Cookware & utensils,Dishes, silverware, bowls (basic camping gear)
• Refrigerator - Apartment size              
• Gas grill along with the LPG                     
• Deck furniture (4 chairs/table)        
• Dining table/benches                  
• VHF Marine Radio
• 150 Gal Fresh water                         
• Water heater                                          
• River Map
• Houseboat operation manual           
• Microwave Oven                                          
• Toaster
• Coffee Maker                                               
• Gas powered I/O Main Engine                                                     
• Full Head and Shower
• Safety Gear, Adult PFDs etc.

 At your Request 

Ice, bait and tackle

Complete Marina facility

Motel accommodations

Free parking

 Motel accomodations are not available in Suwannee, however we can help you with reservations dock side, in one of our rental condos,  or motel in a nearby town. Suwannee does not have a local grocery store, so be sure that you have all the supplies you need prior to your arrival. 

   NO PETS ALLOWED

• Suwannee River Wilderness Trail
• Canoe/Kayak trails
• Lower Suwannee Refuge Trail
• Bird and wildlife watching
• Boating in the Suwannee River and Gulf of Mexico
• The best of both worlds - fishing freshwater and saltwater
• Manatee Springs State Park
• Fishing Guide service available from local qualified guides 
• Canoes, houseboats, and Boat rentals available in the area
• Fresh stone crabs available for purchase in season at the dock
• Sunset views from condo or cruises on the Suwannee or Gulf of Mexico
• Enjoy a beach front atmosphere at shired Island
• Restaurants - Relax enjoy a drink and a great meal while watching a sunset overlooking Saltcreek. 

                     Weekends                     Mid-Week             Dec-Feb

2 days             $   825                        $650                       $599    

3 days             $1,095                        $875                        $699    

4 days             $1,195                        $975                        $799

5 days             $1,295                                                         $899

6days             $1,395                                                         $1,099

7 days             $1,495                                                        $1,199

Mini Weekend:  10 AM Saturday morning to 4 PM Sunday afternoon                            $599

Day trips:  9am till 4pm $499

Staying Dockside:  $125 per night, $625 per week