Stay up close and personal to the St. John's River in our quaint and comfortable vacation rental. Features include a 2 bay boathouse with lifts, a dock, 30 foot screened porch facing the river. The house is a two bedroom ,1 bath unit, all cathedral ceiling except the entry and bathroom. The beds are a king, queen and a double. There is a fireplace in the living room, as well as central heat and air. Satellite tv is provided.
Riverfront vacation rental
Astor, FL, USA
- House800 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps4
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Min Stay2 nights
2bedroom , 1bath home , 30feet from the St. John's river
Owner
Stephen whitney
Member Since 2015
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- English, Spanish
- Calendar last updated:
- Jul 15, 2018
About Stephen whitney
My parents purchased this property in 1970. We grew up in the Indianapolis area, and vacationed at the florida beaches every year. On the way to Daytona one year we stopped by Halls fish house (now lighthouse), for lunch . My parents were very enthralled with the River and its beauty and decided to buy a place we could use as a base camp , not only to enjoy the River but within a reasonable distance to the beaches and attractions. As a result , we spent the majority of our time fishing ,boating , and exploring the River.
Stephen whitney purchased this House in 1970
Why Stephen whitney chose Astor
The nature conservancy view is the same now as it was when I first saw it in 1970. We are in close proximity to Lakes Dexter and Woodruff, as well as Silver Glen, a clear water estuary and park off of lake George, popular with the boaters. Our rental is about 2 miles south of the drawbridge , meaning that the traffic and road noise are non-existent in our location. The only noises you will hear are from the boats and the abundant wildlife.
What makes this House unique
The benefits of our rental can be summed up in the easy access you will have to the st johns River, for fishing or boating. You can light the grill and enjoy your dinner while watching natures show from the screened porch. In the evening , the sun lights up the east bank of the River and what we call " the glow" appears. When night falls you will experience a incredible symphony of nature. Of course there are great restaurants nearby as well as the nightlife on the beaches just a half hour away
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Kids Welcome
- Parking
- Heater
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
- Bedroom 11 king
- Bedroom 22 queen
- 2 bedrooms, with a king size bed, a queen bed, and a double bed in the auxiliary room.
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Bathroom 1toilet, combination tub/shower
- 1 bathroom, with tub and shower
Location Type
- Lake ViewLakes dexter and woodruff are just south of us
- Waterfrontthe river is 25 feet from our screened porch
Theme
- Family
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Adventure
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Fireplace
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Heating
- ParkingThere is room for cars , pickups, and a boat trailer, no rv,s please
- InternetInternet is available for an extra charge, and must be arranged prior to arrival, call owner at 317-332-1775.
- Towels Provided
- Iron & Board
- Living Room
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Dishes & Utensils
- Kitchen
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningThere is a counter to eat on, and also a table on the porch that seats 4, a pub table that seats 3
Entertainment
- TelevisionThere is a 55" in the living , and a smaller flat screen in the master bedroom
- Satellite / CableThere are many golf courses within a half hours drive
- DVD Player
Outside
- Boatthere is a boathouse with lifts
- Outdoor GrillWeber charcoal
- Deck / Patio
- Tennisthere are public use tennis courts nearby
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Attractions
- library
- marina
- recreation center
- restaurants
Leisure Activities
- walking
- bird watching
- scenic drives
- boating
- wildlife viewing
- photography
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- swimming
- tennis
- fishing
- golf
- water skiing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- jet skiing
- pier fishing
- surf fishing
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: Noon
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
8 Reviews
Exceptional5/5
1 - 6 of 8
Amazing property. Beautiful view. Very clean and comfortable. Working on planning a return trip
5/5 Stayed May 2018
Rebecca A.
Exactly what we hoped to find. Great location near the springs. Looked at different properties online for a long time before booking and we were not disappointed.
Submitted May 28, 2018
Owner's Response:
Thanks Rebecca , I appreciate your business, and look forward to your next visit!
Chillin' by the River
5/5 Stayed Apr 2018
PAULA J.
Wonderful place to stay . The house is spacious and relaxing. Great views of the river. On our first day we saw Mantees near the dock. Alots of lovely restaurants nearby. Try the Essex for fish.
We visited Blue Springs and De Leon Springs state parks. Great area to be in.
Paula and Nigel
Submitted Apr 23, 2018
Excellent
5/5 Stayed Aug 2017
John C.
Nice property nice owner loved the house
Submitted Aug 22, 2017
We had a great time.
5/5 Stayed May 2017
David M.
The property was exactly what we were expecting. We had a great time. The river is amazing there.
Submitted May 30, 2017
Owner's Response:
Thanks David, I'm glad you had a good time , I hope to have you back soon,
Thanks again,
Steve
Good fishing area.....
5/5 Stayed Apr 2017
Imogene N.
We enjoyed our stay, good location for fishing, restaurants and boat slip to get your boat out of the water....
Submitted Apr 20, 2017
Owner's Response:
I'm glad you had a good time, I hope to see you again ,
Thanks ,
Steve
Family friendly home.
5/5 Stayed Apr 2017
Kathy B.
Very comfortable, we enjoyed the whole experience. The home was well equipped with everything we needed for our 4 night stay including air conditioning when we needed it.. The local residents were more that willing to help us when we needed information on dining and site seeing. With the marina just a short 5 minute drive, we were able to rent a pontoon boat and took a relaxing tour of the river several times. We live in lakes country of Minnesota and my only regret was we didn't come equipped to fish the river. We would recommend this home to anyone who is looking for a private and comfortable place to relax. Thank you!
Submitted Apr 10, 2017
Owner's Response:
i,m glad you had a great time , under special circumstances also, I hope to see you again, Thank You again.
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Map
Astor, FL, USA
Silver glen springs is about 20 to 30 minutes north of the rental, a public boat ramp and bait shop are 1 mile north by river.
Rates & Availability
Taxes and fees are additional
security deposits are $250.00for weekends, for a week, 450.00 for a month. These are refundable after inspection of the rental. Holiday weekends are 475.00 for 3 days, 575.00 for 4 days. Full refund for 90 days or more notice, after 90 days no refunds due to the seasonal nature of the area. you must wait for landlords approval when paying online, sometimes circumstances come up that prevent a booking from taking place , please call 3173321775 before paying online.