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Pirate's Cove Astor - River Retreat

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Terrace/patio
Tandem kayaks for guests to use
Aerial View of Pirates Cove
Exterior
Bridge walkover from gameroom to main house

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 162700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Astor, FL
  • Blue Island
  • Astor Recreation Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

1st floor Living room

2 Double Sofa Beds

1st Floor Master

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2nd floor master

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Futon

Game Room

+1
2 Single Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms

1st floor master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd floor

Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Game room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Pirate's Cove Astor - River Retreat

3 separate private living spaces. 3 Bedrooms plus a bunkhouse/gameroom complete with 2 sets of twin over full sized beds and full sized futon. 4 full bathrooms, Huge TV in game room, most other rooms throughout cottages and also in outdoor kitchen. Outdoor speaker/radio system. Tons to do on the property and locally. Fire pit in sandy beach area, Pool table, corn hole, 2 Tandem Kayaks, Charcoal grill (Charcoal not provided). Very private and peaceful. Catch bass and catfish right off the dock. Manatees and gators are often seen right off the dock. 3 Porches with outdoor seating for hanging and relaxing. 65ft of Boat dock on property with boat ramp near by. Bait shop and boat rentals are all very close, you can even drive your boat to the local on the water restaurant. Laundry on property. Yard is fully fenced and plenty of parking. Short ride to natural springs in the area. Three separate living sections. Must book at least 10 people to receive all three living spaces - space can sleep up to 17 people.

Property manager

David Renaud
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

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Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Upon request
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only. No indoor smoking
Exterior cameras for security purposes and to monitor that our rental policies are upheld
Please do not move the pool table as we had it professionally leveled.
Loud music after 10:00 pm is not permitted. Astor has a sound ordnance and restrictions against loud music and disturbances after 10 pm.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Upon request
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Astor

Located in Astor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Travellers 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 Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Astor, FL

What's nearby

  • Ocala National Forest - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Astor Recreation Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 21 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Lake George - 30 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Stetson University - 32 min drive - 38.3 km

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 30 min drive
  • Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pierson Family Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • Subway
  • ‪Essex Seafood Two - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steel Around Forest Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Place Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pirate's Cove Astor - River Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pirate's Cove Astor - River Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pirate's Cove Astor - River Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pirate's Cove Astor - River Retreat located?

This family-friendly Astor holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Ocala National Forest, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge and Lake George. Juniper Springs Recreation Area is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tanya A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Loved our stay so much. Great for large parties.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitch F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for small wedding party. 4 nights.

Very well maintained property, quiet, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Was a great place to stay. Very clean. Very spacious for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retreat

It was perfect for our men’s retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Pirates Cove

We love staying here…it is our 5th time! Great location! Great house for a large group! Bring your boat and your relaxed attitude! You will enjoy staying at the Pirates Cove!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property, we loved the way we could have our own space but could have family gathering.

Very nice property, we loved the way we could have our own space but could have family gathering. Clean, comfortable and nautical, fire pit was a plus...we would come back and Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zoey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The property was beautiful!!!

I loved how much space we had for all of the boats! They had very quick responses and even let us check in early! I recommend if you are looking at staying here to book it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a group of men that go on a annual fishing trip. This was a great location

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this house

This was our second time staying here, and we would definitely recommend it. Plenty of room, great location, great hosts. We were able to park the boats in the water right behind the house with easy access for a day trip to Silver Glenn.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reba M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelorette Weekend

Loved the whole property very chill and relaxed. Just what we all needed!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Retreat

What a great home right on the water!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebrating graduation and upcoming wedding

This property turned out to be perfect for our group!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M., North Palm Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great gathering for Friends

A great space for us to gather with friends & our teens. Owners were wonderful communicators & made checkout a breeze!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blake B., Webster

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Daytona 500

Great place with plenty of room for large group of guys going to the race.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connor S.

Awesome!

The location was great! It was only a 25 minute boat ride to Silver Glen. We loved everything about the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely The Best

We very much enjoyed the property. The game room loft and the big yard made things very easy. Multiple kitchen set ups for our own space. We loved staying here and look forward to renting again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

bobby S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleasant

Easy access to fishing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great for family

The property was very peaceful and accommodated our group nicely. There was plenty to do and my family really enjoyed being able to fish right off the dock. The only thing is the listing made it seem like there was another room, luckily not everyone was able to make it so it worked out. We would stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great stay

We enjoyed the house very much; very comfortable with different spaces and things to do for all ages. The online details aren’t accurate be side there’s one of the bedrooms that we never saw, 16 people wouldn’t have fit; we were 10 and it was just the right size.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Silver glen vacation

My family and I had an absolute blast during our stay here. The lodging was perfect for our large group. Very private. The large boat dock was perfect for our 2 boats. Loved the fire pit area. Overall very clean. We would definitely like to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for our family trip.

My extended family had a wonderful vacation in Astor. We have been coming for years up until the family sold its place. Renting this house was perfect for us. We rented boats and were able to park them outside! We fished and explored and went to Silver Glens springs! The house was perfect for a large group. We definitely want to come back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Astor Pirates Cove June 2024

Great for family, or big groups we had cancelations so the 2nd fl didnt even get used. The outside area is super nice. Spent alot of time in the seating/grill area and horseshoe area. AC works really well. Dock super nice plenty of room. Turning around a 25ft boat and docking super easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good times

Everything was great. Kayaks were good and kids fished alot. Breaker in bunkhouse bathroom kept popping. This made us share other bathromms but overall we loved it and will be staying again next year
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!

We had enough room for all 15 of us adults. The 3 separate living spaces was more than adequate. The neighbors were awesome and so friendly. We came for bike week and the ride to and from was beautiful. Lots to do from fishing to campfires, corn hole, playing pool. We visited silver glen springs and it was a close drive. The beds were comfortable and the decor was great. You won’t be disappointed! We loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Great time with big family! Kitchens well stocked. Plenty of supplies provided (garbage bags, paper towels, shampoo/soap, towels). Lots of stairs, so a bit hard on a few with knee issues. Bunk beds were very squeaky, and other mattresses were a bit softer than preferred. Bring beach towels. Loved fishing k kayaking off dock. Rented pontoon and went to Silver Glen spring both days (about 30-40 from Castaways. David was super responsive to any questions. Overall, great fun for whole family! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by David Renaud

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Hi! We are David and Kristie. Married in 2017, and living in St. Augustine, Florida, we were looking for a nice get-a-way for our blended family to easily visit a few times a year. We fell in love with Astor and wanted to share it's charm with others when we weren't staying. Astor has a lot to offer...wildlife, adventure, fishing, hiking, boating, relaxation, and much more. We aim to make sure your visit is amazing and special. There is so much to do onsite but one of our favorite things is to just relax at night and play games. We've made so many memories here and our goal is to make sure you return. We are always making improvements and love feedback on how to make your stay better.

Why they chose this property

Perfect for large groups who want to stay together but in separate living areas...Family reunions, Church groups, Men's fishing retreats. Family boating to swim in the springs, or just a relaxing weekend with bon fires and corn hole on the property... You will not be bored...

What makes this property unique

Fishing right off dock. String lights, fire pit and outdoor speakers for night time gatherings. Kayaks available on property for canal use. Outdoor kitchen with bar and a great place to clean your catch of the day for the feast that night. Places to eat out, but also charcoal grill onsite for a stay at home dinner.

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