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Pristine St Johns River Waterfront Home with Dock and Boat slip

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FRONT YARD ON RIVER
Front of house overlooking the River
Side porch overlooking the canal
SOUTH VIEW, KENNEL&
BOAT HOUSE AND SLIP IN THE BACKGROUND
BOAT HOUSE SE VIEW ON CANAL

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Astor, FL
  • Astor Recreation Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Blue Island
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 SOFA BEDS

2 Double Futons

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Pristine St Johns River Waterfront Home with Dock and Boat slip

This pristine area is located on the St. Johns River in the heart of the Ocala Forest. Imagine a drift in time to a Florida that few experience. Gentle breezes & fresh sweet air with the hint of blossoms smells from some far off grove hidden in the dense tropical forest. Canoeing with such a vast variety of birds too many to name. Alligators patrolling the shores looking for fish peeking from under the water hyacinths. Sounds of nature like a symphony to hear.

You will find small finger canals leading into the St.Johns River where the water becomes crystal clear.. with springs and incredible snorkeling opportunities. If you like fishing...Largemouth Bass, Crappers & other pan fish are in abundance...

We have board games , tv in each bedroom & den

Amenities: . Boat dock, sauna , and canoe are not part of the rental no extra charge for use but as if not working there is no refund,

We do repair things asap but have no control of how fast someone comes., so I do not charge for their use .

you assume all liability for their use.

Private little fishing community right on the St.Johns River..

3 bedroom , 2 bath
3 screened in porches

Screen in boat house for boat as well.

Sleeping Arrangements:

Master bedroom king size bed and private bath

Danny's bedroom has king size bed

Nicole's bedroom has QUEEN size bed.

Living room has a sleeper
Den has a sleeper

Activities: Fishing, Hunting ,Canoeing ,Kayaking Snorkeling, Swimming, Wildlife Nature Photography.

Indoor .4 person sauna

although I have a strict cancellation you do not get cash back but you do not lose your time and can rebook within a year at no additional cost if its the same unit
You may apply whatever cost you paid towards any of my properties listed here
whether its Florida or Maine.

I do allow domestic pets, dogs and cats only . Pet fee is $50. Pet must be on flea and tick preventive meds ,They must be washed and brushed . Please pick up any gifts your pets may leave and brush up lose hair before leaving . not allowed on the furniture .

the person booking age limit 25 or older

Property manager

Denise Melrose

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children have to be supervised at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$50 additional fee for pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You can smoke on the porches

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Astor

Located in Astor, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Stetson Mansion, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ocala National Forest and Lake George. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sperling Sports Complex or Skydive DeLand. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Astor, FL

What's nearby

  • Astor Recreation Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • De Leon Springs State Park - 16 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Blue Island - 18 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 19 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Lake George - 26 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 31 min drive
  • Daytona Beach Intl. Airport (DAB) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pierson Family Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Essex Seafood Two - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Steel Around Forest Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Drifters Riverfront Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pristine St Johns River Waterfront Home with Dock and Boat slip pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pristine St Johns River Waterfront Home with Dock and Boat slip?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pristine St Johns River Waterfront Home with Dock and Boat slip?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pristine St Johns River Waterfront Home with Dock and Boat slip located?

This family-friendly Astor vacation home is located on the waterfront, 3.8 mi (6 km) from Ocala National Forest, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake George and De Leon Springs State Park. Juniper Springs Recreation Area and Silver Glen Springs Recreation are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Christopher F.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disgusting meth trap
This property looks good from the picture but everything is broken. Half missing wall pepper leaking roof and porches the furniture is broken and made to look intact. The house smells like cat urine. The grill was bungeed together and as soon as I touched it, it fell apart. The Sauna and Hot tub are not usable the showers are moldy and if you rock them they will cause a leak the walls in the master bathroom are bowed form water damage with paneling put over to hide. the cabinets are falling apart with paper over them so you don’t see the rot in the wood. The back porch unusable with old broken furniture cat food, and animal traps. The couches are scratched up and smell like at urine. I cleaned for 3 days upon arrival. If you have small children. DO NOT bring them here I had to install latches on all the doors as none of them close properly. Cabinets are missing doors windows have pieces of foam filling the gaps where they don’t close. The gates are loose and not safe for animals to be in the yard alone. Then the host will make you pay for their home thats falling apart.
Stayed 20 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RIVER VIEW
GREAT PLACE TO STAY ON THE RIVER AND THE CANAL.GOOD PLACE FOR YOUR BOAT AND TRAILER. DENISE ALWAYS AVAILABLE IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE.
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RIVERVIEW
GREAT PLACE TO STAY ON THE RIVER
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful view
Host was amazing! House needs some cleaning especially on porch areas. Overall a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell R., Spring Hill USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor day classic
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It was right on the water.fish were biting and volusia county speedway was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
This place has everything you need. Greats beds, terrific showers and a well stocked kitchen. It’s perfect and the views are stunning. We enjoyed our stay and will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it here
This was our second time staying here and we just love this place. Denise is always available and responds quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Earl F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice locatio
My wife and I enjoyed are stay. Location could have used a more thorough cleaning before we arrived but Denise was gracious when responding to that concern and I realize that cleaning personnel can sometimes get lax. Overall the property and price was very nice.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Glenn F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View
The view is so peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
This was a great place to stay with incredible views
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location
We had a great time while staying at this property. It was a guys trip and the most important things for us are location on the river, a good place to park our boats, and a comfortable place to eat and sleep. This house had all of that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rita M., OLD TOWN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Outing
Location right on St Johns River. Good for fishing. Large home, plenty of room for family group. Couple of nice restaurants close by to eat. Friendly neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia L., City Island, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Home !!
This home is lovely. The large window in the living room which overlooks St. John's River is majestic. Communication was fabulous and the home is great. Comfortable beds and plenty of room. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B., Vero Beach, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint house on the river
The house was very eclectic with a mix of new upgrades, and older touches. The outside space was amazing. I fell in love with the huge window that looks out on the river. Using the steam showers were great, I felt like I was stepping into a time machine!! Everything was comfortable and we had a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend
Very nice area, great view and easy access to the river. We enjoyed it very much thank you
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod K., Port Saint Lucie, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip!!! Have been to Astor multiple times and this was the best trip . Thanks, Jarrod
Couldn’t be better!!! Never had an issue . Thanks, Jarrod
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing less than perfect
I cannot say enough about our stay. We traveled with 6 teens from 12-20 and they are already planning our next trip. The location is perfect close to the springs, state parks and only 30 minutes to Daytona Beach. Spent the majority of our time on the lawn watching the river, the kids fish, the manatees play and even the alligator. The house had plenty of room for all 8 of us and the beds are like sleeping on a cloud. We didn't want to leave so we stayed an extra night. The host is amazing! Must try Williams Landing for dinner, it was fabulous . Overall for the price you couldn't ask for anything more. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
We only stayed a couple of days but the location was great. The kids caught some bass right from the sea wall and the house was well equipped. Could tell the owner cared for the property and communicated well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Patricia W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Needs some work
The home is directly on the water, with a beautiful yard and patio furniture. It's in a very nice quiet community. The only noise we heard was from boats going by. Unfortunately the hot tub, sauna and clothes dryer were not working. It had rained a few days before we arrived and the roof leaked on the hot tub porch and the carpet was soaked. The house also needed a serious cleaning. Under the conditions we only stayed for one night. The owner offered a free week once the problems were corrected.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Katie G., Delray Beach, FL

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the St John's River
We enjoyed our stay - especially seeing manatees eating in the canal right outside. The screened porches and yard were a hit with my kids. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space for our family to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Karen R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Location, but needs some attention
The location of the property is great in that it's directly on the St. John's River. We enjoyed the yard with its large oak trees. The house is spacious. However, we felt that the property could use a deep cleaning and some editing as it relates to furniture and family belongings. In some ways it felt like Aunt Sally might come out of the extra bedroom because of all the artifacts in the home. We saw several roaches in the kitchen and bathrooms. Unfortunately we were not able to use the hot tub (spa) because it was broken all week. The laundry room was flooded and unusable during our week there. Additionally, the roof leaked during a rain over one of the porches. The owners are nice and responsive; offering us a free weekend for our troubles with the hot tub, but we would not want to visit the property again. We ended up leaving a day early because of the roaches, and even though we communicated that to the owners, we have had no response.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Genell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Fishing
We had a great time staying here. The fishing was great. The beds were very comfortable. It was a great place to just relax and enjoy some peace and quiet!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Art K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location,but could use some work.
Very spacious, but need some deep cleaning . Stains on curtain ,furniture cabinets and carpet.cluttered with personal items. Exterior need attention. Hot tub was excellent. Needs electric on dock.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing peaceful place to spend our weekend.
This place has everything that you need. Amazing sitting areas with awesome views of the river and canal. Definitely want to come back for more peace Ron and Annette.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Denise Melrose

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Why they chose this property

Location is the best , one of the nicest spots on the River.
Fishing is incredible the hot spot is in front of my house .

What makes this property unique

The major attraction was the view of the River . We are located on the River & Canal we have porches on both .

Languages:

English, French, Spanish