Houseboat Shanty on St Johns River Florida

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Pierson, FL

Lake George18 min walk
Lake George State Forest23 min drive
Silver Glen Springs Recreation39 min drive
Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.)58 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Florida Tropical paradise. House boat is on the end of a long dock, total privacy and extremely close to some serious nature. Alligators, Ospreys, Eagles, Manatees, Otters, Turkey, Racoons, ..the list goes on and you will seen them. Feed turtles from the dock. Jump into a Kayak for at trip into the outback, creeks and streams. . Fish off the dock and catch you lunch. Our marina is at the end of a country maintained road thru the Ocala forest. Super quiet, starlight, orchestra of nature at night. Sustainable composting toilet, romantic outdoor shower with a view of the water, you feel like the Swiss Family Robinson. BBQ, fridge, freezer, a kitchen with all the gear to cook. This is a place to make some memories, connect with nature and each other. But...short drive (10 mins) to the quaint town that sits on the St Johns river and you have a number of really good restaurants, some with water views, steaks and seafood, entertainment and sports bars. Its got it all! The highway here is quick and connects to all the Interstates, to all your favorite theme parks and also the best beaches. See old Florida, real Florida, meet locals., make memories, make romance. This is the spot. Need someone to prep some meals? Trained chef can whip up some great meals for a reasonable extra fee. Or, stop by the local market and pick up you own favorite foods.

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Amenities

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Astor Vacation Rental | Studio | 1BA | 950 Sq Ft

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 12:30 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Pierson

This houseboat is located in Pierson. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge and De Leon Springs State Park, while Museum of Art - Deland and African American Museum of Arts are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sperling Sports Complex or Skydive DeLand.

Pierson, FL

What's nearby

Ocala National Forest - 15 min walk
Lake George - 18 min walk
Lake George State Forest - 23 min drive
Astor Recreation Park - 25 min drive
Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 39 min drive

Getting around

DeLand Station - 44 min drive
Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

Pierson Family Restaurant - 23 min drive
Sterling's Restaurant - 25 min drive
Subway - 24 min drive
Sparky's Place Restaurant - 23 min drive
Essex Seafood Two - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Houseboat Shanty on St Johns River Florida pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Houseboat Shanty on St Johns River Florida?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houseboat Shanty on St Johns River Florida?

Checkout is at 12:30 PM.

Where is Houseboat Shanty on St Johns River Florida located?

Situated in Pierson, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ocala National Forest and Lake George. Lake George State Forest is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) away.