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Riverfront Cottage Retreat with 2 Docks + Scenic Views on the St. John’s River!

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Living room and kitchen set up
Small fishing dock to sit back and relax!
Living room set up with a view out to the water and screened in porch
View from the living room towards the kitchen
View from the living room to the screened in back porch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71024 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Satsuma, FL
  • Place, Welaka Spring
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Welaka Town Hall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunns Creek State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bunk Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Riverfront Cottage Retreat with 2 Docks + Scenic Views on the St. John’s River!

We want to share our little slice of paradise with you! We started this adventure when we found this river side cottage that needed a little TLC. We took the plunge and did a complete renovation from the ground all the way up to the tongue and groove ceiling. The home is a 3-2 featuring an open floor plan with a small kitchen, cozy living room, screened in back porch, two docks, and is located at the beginning of a canal with a beautiful view of the St. John’s River great for fishing and access to local hot spots. Located just 20 minutes to Lake George, 30 minutes to Salt Springs, and 40 minutes to Silver Glen Springs by boat. The closest public boat ramp is 2 miles away by vehicle and 5 minutes by boat. There are 2 boat rentals within 15-20 minutes and great restaurants and bars by boat or car. Whether it’s a quiet weekend to disconnect from every day life, spending some time on the lake with your family and friends, a fishing trip with the guys, or all of the above, we hope you enjoy your stay at the Riverview Cottage.

Check out our Instagram page @TheRiverviewCottage for more photos, renovation journey, and trip inspiration!

Please enjoy the entire home, screened in porch, and two docks to pull your boat up to and tie off of, and garage for storage. The boat lift is not available for use but is moved up out of the way so you can tie your boat off in the boat slip. There is plenty of room to park multiple vehicles and boat trailer(s) in the driveway and parking platform at the top of the driveway. Access to the home will be through a code to the front door that will be provided for contactless check in.

The home is kid friendly and equipped with a pack-n-play, toys, and bumbo seat with tray for meals available for use.

Please note the driveway down to the house is slanted as well as a step down from the back porch to the grass and a slanted walk down to the dock. There is no fence lining the seawall blocking access to the water.

House quirks: Please also note the ice maker in the freezer makes ice but does not release ice through the exterior drop down but can be scooped out from the interior of the freezer or utilize the ice cube trays that will be available.

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! We look forward to hosting you soon!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note there is no fence to seawall & water.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Please provide pet information for consideration.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The boatlift is not available for use but is lifted up out of the way so you can tie your boat off in the boat slip.
It is a quiet and quaint neighborhood. Please respect our neighbors and home!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Satsuma

Satsuma is home to this holiday home. Dunns Creek State Park and Ravine Gardens State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium and Lake Broward Park. Willard Hazen Ball Park and Larimer Arts Center are also worth visiting.
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Satsuma, FL

What's nearby

  • Welaka Spring - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Welaka Town Hall - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Dunns Creek State Park - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • 40 Acre Park - 10 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Palatka Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Long’s Log Cabin Bar & Package Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mema's Family Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lexi’s Of Welaka - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Cottage Retreat with 2 Docks + Scenic Views on the St. John’s River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Cottage Retreat with 2 Docks + Scenic Views on the St. John’s River!?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Cottage Retreat with 2 Docks + Scenic Views on the St. John’s River! on 27 May 2026 start from £163, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Riverfront Cottage Retreat with 2 Docks + Scenic Views on the St. John’s River!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Cottage Retreat with 2 Docks + Scenic Views on the St. John’s River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Cottage Retreat with 2 Docks + Scenic Views on the St. John’s River!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Cottage Retreat with 2 Docks + Scenic Views on the St. John’s River! located?

Situated in Satsuma, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Welaka Spring, Welaka Town Hall and Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium. Dunns Creek State Park and 40 Acre Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, quiet, clean very nice location! Had everything you needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home in a good location. Plenty of dock space. Everything was as advertised. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My son and I on a 3-day fishing trip on the St Johns River. Never had any contact with the host; and it turns out we didn't need any. Instructions were clear. We walked in and the place was all ready for us. Clean. Nicely remodeled older small home on the river. Great dock. Our Gheenoe cosied up nicely for the night. A friendly neighbor gave us great fishing tips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C P.

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

Relaxing

This is a nice clean place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

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

Perfect Home Away From Home.

We love this piece of paradise! Perfect location for our 25 foot boat! The place is awesome! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Great Place to Stay

This was a really nice property. If you're looking for a place to stay and use your boat, then this is your spot. It is located in a quiet little town with some great restaurants nearby. It was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt H.

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

Great location

Great spot for our family of 5
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Manda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check and check out was good. Neighborhood was good. Water was a bit muddy and the fishing was bad but otherwise we all had a pretty good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren W.

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

Very cute

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Great time, beautiful house

Our stay at this beautiful home was wonderful!! Will keep this one on the list for future trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

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

Great house, great spot, great host

Loved the house and the location. Host was excellent and we loved the fishing! Thank you very much for everything. We will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Great river cottage

We loved our stay at the cottage. The view is beautiful. The beds were comfy. The entire process was easy! I would totally recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

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

Great location for a short stay!

The house was beautifully remodeled and decorated, very clean! Love the waterfront location, there was only one dollar general nearby so definitely stock up before you come. My only complaint was we couldn’t find trash bags and anywhere, other than that, all was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie B.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

The property was clean and just as described. We were here for a bass tournament, there was plenty of room for our boat and trucks. Communication with the owner was speedy and pleasant. Will definitely keep this property in mind for future stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Family weekend fishing trip

The property was everything that it said it was. Our family of 7 were very comfortable and had a great time.. the dock was amazing and so convenient
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Peaceful

Such a peaceful getaway on the St. John's. Thank you for sharing your home. It's exactly what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KAYE P.

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

Peaceful location

Everything was perfect ! The owners communicate quickly if you have a questions. The house is clean and has everything you could need . The fact that you have access to Roku and other channels without having to sign into your own account was nice as most places make it difficult to watch any channels . This is definitely a perfect vacation home .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Vanessa S.

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

Great stay for my daughters graduation

Property is clean and well stocked. The dock was great for fishing we caught several catfish with just bread. We arrived during a brief downpour of rain and the front entrance was extremely flooded as well as the garage. I know this is a low area and happens.The front door looks like someone has tried to break in at some point and has several large cracked seams that you can see straight through. I’m not sure if owner is aware. Lastly the master bedroom bed was very hard! So hard and firm our shoulders and hip bones were sore after our stay. Over all with those minor things we enjoyed the property and would recommend it was also close to our favorite hang outs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kismet M.

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

Moving our son

We moved our son from Va to Fl over Memorial Day weekend and wanted to be close to his new home. The Riverview Cottage was charming and only 25 minutes away. The screen porch became a daily place to unwind and watch the occasional alligator swim by. We comfortably played cards around the kitchen table and enjoyed spending time together. The living room TV went out and the gracious host, Ashley immediately had a new TV sent the next day! We were all very comfortable and I would definitely recommend the Riverview Cottage to anyone
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Riverview Cottage - Great place!

We didn't want to leave! Cottage was clean and everything as pictured. Keyless entrance..very easy. It was comfortable quiet and the river just steps from back door. We celebrated Christmas early and even took a Christmas tree. Plenty of towels, even though I took my own, there was coffee, salt & pepper. Shower gel and shampoo! I loved the black makeup towels. I don't know what it looked like before the remodel but it is beautiful. A place on the river that is like a modern condo, decorated beautifully. I loved it smelt so you when you entered and loved the big farmers sink. The stove was a challenge for me as I had Never had used an induction stove but the owners responded immediately instructing me how to use it. I will definitely go there again. We went to Renegades on the river for lunch and it was wonderful. Great service and food. A must if you stay in this cute cottage. I highly recommend this Cottage. I have friends interested in it also just from seeing my pics on FB. #riverviewcottage. So book this place you won't be sorry. Take your boat if you have one. You will have a great time even if it's a just a couple nights!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2021
Thank you Debora for your kind words and detailed review! We really appreciate it! Thank you so much for staying with us! We hope to have the opportunity to host you and your guests again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren W.

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

Excellent location

Beautiful cabin
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dot M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Location to River

House was cute - all amenities you could ask for, except for no grill. They do not list it as having one, but who doesn't offer a grill? Best feature was the dock and the view to the river. We had four jet skis and the dock was perfect!!! There are no waves in the canal and the view was great. We saw manatees, a gator (small - don't freak out, but who swims in the river anyway), and lots of fish jumping. Neighbors were friendly. Owner was very attentive if we had any questions. I would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hector S.

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

Excellent Stay and location!

Cottage was as described and in excellent condition. Cozy, relaxing and beautiful. I would definitely recommend and will definitely be returning!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

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