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Beautiful 2 Story Home, w/Lift to 2nd Floor Balcony, on St Johns River Sleeps 10

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10165.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful 2 Story Home, w/Lift to 2nd Floor Balcony, on St Johns River Sleeps 10

Located in the historic town of Welaka, in Putnam County, FL... this beautiful 2 story home, with many recent upgrades and all new furnishings, is located directly on the St Johns River. Bring your boat and explore the many places on the river like Lake George, Salt Springs, Silver Glen Springs, Turkey Island, Dunns Creek & more. A true fisherman's paradise and great family retreat! The house is about a half mile from the Town of Welaka's public boat ramp. So bring your own boat and use the covered boat slip equipped with a boat lift.

For those with mobility issues walking up and down stairs, we have installed an outdoor lift that will take you to the 2nd story of the house, instead of having to take the stairs. In addition to using the lift to take yourself to the 2nd floor, it can also be used to send up your groceries, luggage and take food up and down to the grills!

On the 2nd floor you will find the open concept kitchen, living room & dinning room, 2 bedrooms & 1 full bathroom with vanity, tub/shower combo. Large Glass windows and sliding glass doors allows for plenty of natural light and great views of the river! The sliding glass doors open up to the covered balcony with loveseat & 2 patio chairs, as well as a 4 person dining table.

The living room has a large screen smart TV with DirecTV (including HBO, Showtime, Starz and Cinemax movie channels), dvd player with movies, puzzles & board games, leather sofa sleeper (queen size) and 2 leather power recliners. The dining room has a large dining table. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the pots, pans, dishes, utensils & small appliances you could ever need! The pantry also has an array of spices you are welcome to use. There is a side by side refrigerator with ice and water in the door, a dishwasher, garbage disposal, & glass top stove with oven and microwave.

The 1st bedroom upstairs has 2 sets of bunkbeds. And the other bedroom has a queen size bed. In the closets there are a few extra indoor folding chairs with comfy cushions and foot rests, should you need additional seating. There are also 2 queen size blow up mattresses, if additional beds are needed. Plenty of linens & towels are provided.

The whole bottom floor of the house is the Master Suite, with a split king adjustable bed, perfect for watching TV or reading in bed! There is also a sitting area with a leather sofa sleeper (queen size), leather recliner & large walk in closet. There is a large screen smart TV with DirecTV. The Master Bathroom has a beautiful vanity, soaking tub and separate glass enclosed shower and a window that overlooks the river! The bottom floor has it's own A/C unit separate from the upstairs unit. Large glass sliding doors open to the covered patio overlooking the St Johns River.

The laundry room is also located on the bottom flooor. There is a front load washer and dryer.

In the backyard overlooking the river you will find 2 docks, with electric, lights, water, a large fish cleaning station, and crab traps for you to use. Fish right from the dock, there are plenty of rod holders. If you bring your own boat, we have 1 covered boat slip with a boat lift you can use.

In the backyard there is also a large uncovered patio with a firepit, charcoal BBQ grill, dinning table and several umbrellas. On the covered patio there is a gas BBQ Grill, along with 2 bars with 4 bar chairs, ceiling fans & outside shower (perfect for showering off after a day of boating & swimming!)

In the garage you will find a weight bench with weights. Exercise bike, ping pong table & a corn hole set. There is plenty of parking in the large driveway for 4 vehicles and 1 boat trailer, or 3 vehicles and 2 boat trailers, you get the picture!

There are many restaurants nearby, like Shrimp R Us, Anderson's Lodge (they have the best burgers and wings!), Lexi's Cafe, Renegades On The River, Bobby G's River Pub Italian Grille (yummy pizza, and they deliver to the house!) & more. Grocery stores & shopping are located in nearby towns of Crescent City (20 mins) and Palatka (25-30 mins). Also it's worth noting that Kroger will deliver groceries right to the house! Go to www.kroger.com for more info on their grocery delivery services.

With beautiful sunsets and so much wild life to see, you will leave all your worries behind!

Property manager

Charlotte Prine

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Golf nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1778 sq ft (165.2 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Clean up dog waste in yard. Sorry no cats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Don't let children play on or operate the lift.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Welaka, FL

What's nearby

  • Welaka Spring - 18 min walk
  • Ocala National Forest - 8 min drive
  • Dunns Creek State Park - 14 min drive
  • Palatka Welcome Center - 28 min drive
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Palatka Station - 26 min drive
  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Log Cabin Bar & Package - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪River Pub Italian Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mema's Family Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pomona Park Pizza - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 2 Story Home, w/Lift to 2nd Floor Balcony, on St Johns River Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful 2 Story Home, w/Lift to 2nd Floor Balcony, on St Johns River Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 2 Story Home, w/Lift to 2nd Floor Balcony, on St Johns River Sleeps 10?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 2 Story Home, w/Lift to 2nd Floor Balcony, on St Johns River Sleeps 10 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Welaka Spring, Welaka Town Hall, and Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium. 40 Acre Park and Ocala National Forest are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Beautiful 2 Story Home, w/Lift to 2nd Floor Balcony, on St Johns River Sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good fun and great stay
Great for fishing and shrimping
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Fishing Trip
We stayed this past week to fish on St. John’s River. The house was perfect and accommodated us perfectly. The dock with the fish cleaning station was a major plus for us! We will definitely be booking for our trip in 2025.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Stayed and went fishing and cooked out
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wife's Birthday
Family celebrating Mom's Birthday, Everyone loved the view of the river and the owl that visited the dock one night. Quiet area, great overall
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT PLACE, GREAT VIEWS!
We hope to return! If you're looking for a place to stay on the river in Welaka, don't hesitate to book. Owner interactions were great. House has everything you could need. The neighbor 5 or 6 houses down, has a large ice machine outside and encourages everyone to help theirselves. Neighbors were super friendly and loved to say hello. We were able to bring our dogs and without any crazy extra fees. The house is just feet from the dock, with a boatlift we could use. The views of the river and sunset were perfect, even from in the house. The house has 2 separete living areas. Downstairs is handicap friendly and with a lift to the upstairs. Having the separete areas was great, as we weren't in each other's hair :) Really a great place for my husband and I, our kids, and my parents.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
House was excellent very clean my husband and friends we’re visiting for a fishing trip we would stay again everything was convenient thanks for sharing your home
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
This house is beautiful and spacious. You can fish right off the dock or bring a boat, as you have your own personal boat slip. The owners really thought of everything. It’s the perfect place to stay to do some fishing, relaxing, sit on the balcony and just enjoy the water or sitting by the fire and making s’mores at night. We enjoyed our stay and hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W., Woodlawn, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
The house is just as described in the listing. When we arrived the house was clean, odor free and had all the amenities needed for our stay. The neighborhood is very quiet with a relaxing feel. The house appears to be newly remodeled. The dock and boat lift was a nice addition. We highly recommend this home if you're looking for a quiet, relaxing getaway on the water. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

KIM S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Biker friends
Quite abd good loxation
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traditional Fun Family Getaway
We have always taken the 4 Grandkids away, somewhere close by ) to have fun & create memories . This began when they were little, In place of more stuff /Christmas Gifts that they would never remember ~~ Now they are teens & 20's & they still love playing games together , fishing , building fires ,talking about family memories , laughing etc. We plan to carry on the family tradition as long as we can & they want to :) FAMILY IS FOREVER This was our first time at this home & location & we all LOVED it !! Perfect & Beautiful place ! They want to go back next year ~ YAY!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Relaxing time with family. Enjoyed the views, fishing and the fire pit. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alaqua Boys Fall 2023 Fishing Trip
Wow, what a view in the morning having coffee on the top porch. I can only speak for the bottom bed but it was absolutely great. This house has it all. We are looking forward to renting it again in the spring for our next fishing trip. We all loved it , thanks for letting us stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Galen F., Mariaville, Maine

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place
Family gathered for our son's wedding. Everything was described in the listing. Charolet provided great communication. We will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Birthday
Great house. Tons of amenities. We brought way to much stuff. It was an absolute blast. Killed the crabs and shrimp. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just relax and enjoy the peace and quiet
The house was just beautiful on the inside, so many little touches that alot of people dont think about. Friday night we were even able to look over the upstairs balcony and watch a space launch from kennedy space center. We caught crabs right off the deck every single day. My family has been coming to florida for about 8 years and hands down this is the most peaceful location weve stayed at. Also the neighbor Mr. Jack makes the whole house 10 times better. He is such a nice man. We will miss the house and Mr. Jack while we are back home! Location is nice as we went to marineland, kennedy space center, the beach and the springs and we were never more than about 2 hours from everything and without the traffic of being that close! If youre on the fence about renting, go ahead and jump you WONT REGRET IT!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnny G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing River Vacation
We enjoyed the week on the river exploring the springs (Salt Springs, Mud Springs and Welaka Springs) and the Across Florida Barge Canal.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
We went for 94th Birthday Party with Family and friends. The open concept was perfectand plenty of seating and eating space. The place was very well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property prime loct
This place is perfectly situated on the St. John’s and is conveniently located close to Lake George and some of the best springs in Florida.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!!!
Family vacation stay. My husband went down early with the boat and kids, when he got there he realized he left the keys at home 2 hours away and the owner was nice enough to let them get in early since he was stuck with 3 kids and a dog! There was plenty of room to park our two vehicles and two trailers. The place was very clean and super nice. Kids caught crabs and fish from the dock, and had a blast riding the golf cart around the neighborhood. Everything you would need for a stay was there. Great communication from owners and they are very friendly, we even added an extra night because we loved it so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha Y., Leesburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Views!
My husband and I brought our moms to the river for a Mother's Day 4 night getaway. This house was wonderful & we were able to bring the parents due to the lift/elevator. They would have never been able to stay in a 2 story home with views like this, had it not been for the lift! Location is fantastic & close to the boat ramp & the neighborhood was clean and well kept. The property was so comfortable and had everything we needed & more! We appreciated having the boat lift as well & our 20 ft Mako with the t top fit into the slip just fine. Driveway is wide and long & that was very handy. The owner was a delight to work with and very prompt and friendly with communication. That view- especially from the upper deck- Wow! Lovely property!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice setup for Families
Pros: 1. The house has two floors which allowed my family to "spread out" and have adequate space to relax and sleep. 2. The lift was amazing for my elderly parents. 3. The view from the 2nd story balcony was very relaxing. 4. The neighbors on both sides greeted us and were very friendly. 5, The dock is super nice and has a great setup for fishing. (Having the sink came in so handy.) The fish did not cooperate with us but it happens that way sometimes. 6. We caught about 15 blue crabs right off the dock with the supplied cages. 7. There were plenty of quality towels available and the home was very clean. 8. There was fans, lawn chairs, and about anything you would need. 9. I had no need to contact the property owner and they did not contact me. For some that might be a negative but I like this. I am sure if I reached out I would have gotten a response but I appreciated them allowing me to focus on my vacation and family versus calls or emails to respond to. 10. There was an adjustable bed downstairs that was super comfy. Cons: 1. This is a remote community so if you want to spend time shopping or going out to eat, this might not be ideal for you. There is a small seafood restaurant down the road which was very good. There is a Dollar General not far away but anything else is 30 minutes or more away. Overall this place was great to relax and enjoy family. Well maintained and I would rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Fishing trip
This property is a quaint and perfect property for us. We go on an annual fishing trip every year. This property was directly on the river and had a boat dock and fish cleaning station. My elderly father was able to enjoy the stay more since there was an elevator to the second floor which allowed him to not suffer when climbing the stairs. The property was clean and perfectly fit our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Charlotte was amazing. House was great. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing on the river
Very neat and clean. Convenient to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary r.

Liked: Cleanliness
living the dream
perfect weather beautiful place life is good
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023