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Beautiful Riverfront Home and View on St. John's Sleeps 8!

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Dock your boat on the river!
Enjoy a campfire!
Breathtaking view of the St. Johns River
Dock Looking North
Bench Seat, Boat Ties & Pole Brackets (2)
Twilight on the Beach
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Astor, FL
  • Astor Recreation Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bluffton Recreation Area
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • De Leon Springs State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

Master 2

1 Queen Bed

Queen-sized Lazy Boy inflatable sleeper sofa

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Riverfront Home and View on St. John's Sleeps 8!

RELAX and ENJOY! This newly renovated home is a vacation and fisherman's paradise!
Enjoy one of the most spectacular waterfront views in Florida, directly on the St. Johns River, within the Ocala National Forest! Watch the sun rise from your dock. See owls, hummingbirds, deer and manatee in your own back yard. Pristine natural beauty abounds in all directions while you have every amenity in your own private home.

With 270 feet of waterfront, this three-bedroom two bath house is lovely, bright, clean, and ready for the perfect getaway experience. We’re right in the center of an untouched boating, fishing, & swimming paradise.

Just south of Astor, FL, we’re located 30 minutes from Ormond/Daytona Beaches, 60 minutes from Disney/Universal Studios or historic St. Augustine. The house is nicely furnished with a full kitchen and washer/dryer. There is a complete A/V system including satellite TV, DVR, High-speed Wi-fi and computer . You can sleep 6-8 people very comfortably.

Property manager

Frank and Gina Walker
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Astor

Located in Astor, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocala National Forest and De Leon Springs State Park, while Stetson Mansion and African American Museum of Arts are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
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Astor, FL

What's nearby

  • Astor Recreation Park - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Astor Public Library - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Bluffton Recreation Area - 29 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 32 min drive - 31.8 km
  • De Leon Springs State Park - 33 min drive - 30.5 km

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 35 min drive
  • Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Essex Seafood Two - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Steel Around Forest Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Drifters Riverfront Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Place Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Riverfront Home and View on St. John's Sleeps 8! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Riverfront Home and View on St. John's Sleeps 8!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Riverfront Home and View on St. John's Sleeps 8!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Riverfront Home and View on St. John's Sleeps 8! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ocala National Forest and within 16 miles (25 km) of Lake George and Juniper Springs Recreation Area. De Leon Springs State Park and Silver Glen Springs Recreation are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 198 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Nature at it's best

The accommodation was fantastic, the location was just right. I could have stopped there looking and listening to nature for long, long time. Communication was good and there was plenty to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W., Sheffield

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

Couldn't have wished for a better place.

If you enjoy nature then I don't think you could rent anywhere better than this property. The garden is like a wildlife park with the number of different birds / animals that visit or swim past. The house itself is comfortable with an inbuilt air conditioning system which kept the house at a pleasant temperature but without the noise associated with individual units. The kitchen is well equipped with a large fridge/freezer with an inbuilt temperature control storage box for meats / fruit / vegetables. The lanai area is great for the evenings as we found that sitting outside in the open we were food for a number of insects. If we did not live over 4200 miles away in the UK we'd be renting this property at every opportunity. Many thanks for letting us stay at this little piece of heaven.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joergen B.

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

Great place to relax

Super Haus, sehr sauber, perfekte Kommunikation mit Besitzer.Landschaft atemberaubend. Wir haben es genossen.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

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

Serenity

This is a great house to stay in, especially if you like to be in nature. Nicely stocked. Most places dont stock as well as they do for this one. They even put together a book of info on hiking and trails and more. You can fish right off the dock. And they have a canoe. You will see gators for sure. And manatees as well. Great place to kick back and relax!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

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

Perfect Escape

A friend and I met for a relaxing weekend. The back porch and lounge chairs are perfect for mornings enjoying coffee and the river. The quality of the linens, pillows, and bedding were appreciated. The kitchen was week-equipped and the water pressure was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

caleb p.

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

Home away from home

Had an absolutely amazing stay at this beautiful gem The owners went o
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Awesome get-a-way

Great property, quiet retreat
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

melinda s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Another great stay!

Always great staying here! Ive been coming here for years and it never disappoints! House has just what we always need, and is situated with a nice view of the river! Quiet, and peaceful, Love the screened porch! Lots of wildlife!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

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

Wonderful but too short of a stay!

Everything was perfect. Check in and out was very easy and communication was great. House is on a beautiful and peaceful part of the river. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeri S.

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

Perfect getaway

Wonderful home and location. Very peaceful and relaxing. We enjoyed the scenic views and fishing with all the amenities of home.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian R.

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

Peaceful and beautiful

The backyard is the prefect hangout. The view of the river is mesmerizing. Bonfires and wildlife with cozy house makes for such a memorable vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel S.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri K.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful

The home was comfortable. The setting is beautiful. It was so quiet and peaceful. It was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Syrus P.

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

EXCELLENT!

We had an amazing time! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

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

Great house on the river!

Clean, spacious, well stocked. We used the king bed and it was very comfortable. We loved the back screened in patio. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

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

Beautiful!

The setting is awesome. The home is very clean and well stocked. It is clear the owners tried to think about all the little things you might need. Can't wait to return
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

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

Spotless and beautiful home away from home

The home was spotless and very inviting. The kitchen was very user friendly. We cooked outside one night and due to rain, we cooked and ate inside one night. Water views of the river, especially at sunrise were spectacular! The home included satellite tv but no cable stations. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil G.

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

Solitude was abundant

Only disappointment was the water was not fishable due to vegetation which was not shown in online photos. Otherwise an enjoyable place, pleasant surroundings and very responsive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Quaint and relaxing

Great place to stay in this neck of the woods. Close to several of our beautiful springs. Views of the river are awesome. Would definitely stay again if we travel this way again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken A.

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

Enjoyable boating getaway

The property was a great place to stretch out and relax right on the river. Many fun days of boating and comfortable beds for sleeping. Excellent stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

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

Just right river home.

This is a sweet little home on an even sweeter piece of the St Johns River for couples to reconnect or bring their family. The sunrise on the dock with coffee and pastry starts every morning off just right! We love this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

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

Wonderful Riverfront House for Nature Lovers

We recently had the pleasure of staying at this fantastic house perfectly situated by the river. The location is a true paradise for nature enthusiasts. Right at the house, we observed alligator gar, manatees, alligators, ospreys, and owls. Just a two-minute walk from the house, we even spotted a black bear and a wild boar. The house itself is spacious and equipped with everything one might need for a comfortable stay. Gina and Frank were easily reachable and extremely kind and helpful throughout our stay. Highly recommended for anyone looking to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying all the comforts of home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Frank and Gina Walker

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Frank and Gina Walker live in DeLand, FL, which is about thirty minutes away. We met at Stetson University, had to move away for work for twenty years but returned to this beautiful area about ten years ago. We have four grown children.
We clean our rental home ourselves and try to ensure that every family enjoys their stay as much as we have enjoyed it with our own family!

Why they chose this property

Astor is precious, a secluded bit of untouched Florida, which is difficult to find these days! The air is fresh from the river. A few days in the sunshine can calm the spirit!

What makes this property unique

The River House is south of downtown, far from the noise of the bridge traffic. To the north and south, on the river, are small islands that create privacy and calm the boat traffic. The river in our area is wide, and a state refuge runs on the opposite bank, so the view offers natural Florida at its best!

Languages:

English

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