Rivercation is a fantastic three bedroom, two bath riverfront condo at Sportsman’s Lodge on the St. Johns River, a great spot for fishing, waterskiing, barbecuing, and so much more. Guests will have exclusive use of one boat slip (up to 26’ boat) and two parking spaces as well as shared use of the community pool. Next to the pool are gas grills and a fire pit shared by the community. This property is our personal vacation condo in Welaka, Florida, a small town on the St. Johns River just south of Palatka, Florida. The dock is just past the pool. You can see the river and the pool from the unit, especially the sun porch which has a game table perfect for cards, puzzles, and fun times enjoying the view.
This property is great for family vacations, getaways for girls or guys, and anyone escaping a harsh winter up north. The kitchen is well stocked with plenty of dishes, glassware and flatware. Small appliances include a coffee maker, microwave, toaster, and blender. The unit is on the second floor and may be accessed by stairs or elevator.
Welaka, is centrally located and is considered the fishing capital of Florida. We even have a professional fishing guide who lives at the property and is available for tours. This property is convenient to many destinations in Florida. Rivercation comfortably sleeps 6. We also have a sleeper sofa just in case you need it.
Bedroom 1 – has a king bed with an en suite bathroom with a double vanity, shower and linen closet.
Bedroom 2 – has one queen bed
Bedroom 3 – two twin XL beds. If requested when making your reservation, the twin XL beds may be made as one king bed.
The bedrooms have great mattresses, ample storage and lighting, and alarm clocks with USB ports for charging devices. The second bathroom also has a shower and linen closet with plenty of towels. We provide pool towels as well. The unit has a washer and dryer with basic supplies. Both bathrooms have dispensers with shampoo, conditioner and body wash. We have just replaced all of the appliances and installed a water softener and filtration system. We regularly replace the filter in the refrigerator so you have great tasting ice and water.
Please note that we are constantly making improvements and we try to upload new photos as soon as possible so that the photos on the website are as accurate as possible but there might be slight differences.
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Property Registration Number CND6400010
Property # 4264377vb
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 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 and a deadlock
About the area
Welaka
Located in Welaka, this condo is on the waterfront. Ravine Gardens State Park and Palatka Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dunns Creek State Park and Welaka Spring. Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium and Willard Hazen Ball Park are also worth visiting. With waterskiing, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Welaka, FL
What's nearby
Welaka Town Hall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Dunns Creek State Park - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
Bimini Road - 43 min drive - 55.7 km
Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 49 min drive - 47.5 km
Getting around
Palatka Station - 24 min drive
St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 12 min drive
Long’s Log Cabin Bar & Package Store - 17 min walk
Mema's Family Restaurant - 11 min drive
Subway - 12 min drive
Shrimps R Us - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does 3BR 2BA riverfront condo with a boat slip have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 3BR 2BA riverfront condo with a boat slip?
As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3BR 2BA riverfront condo with a boat slip on 7 Aug, 2026 start from S$266, 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.
Is 3BR 2BA riverfront condo with a boat slip pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 3BR 2BA riverfront condo with a boat slip?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is 3BR 2BA riverfront condo with a boat slip located?
Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Welaka Spring, Welaka Town Hall and Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium. 40 Acre Park and Mud Spring are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Stacy was very responsive to questions we had and she ensured we didn't have any problems. The condo is fully stocked with everything you need. We enjoyed our stay.
A fabulous property with great amenities and a perfect location. Highly recommended!
The property was spotless, beautifully designed, and located in a perfect spot—close to everything but still peaceful. The amenities were top-notch, from the fully equipped kitchen to the cozy beds. The host was responsive and made check-in super easy. Highly recommended—I’d definitely stay here again!
Jennifer P.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2025
Jennifer, thanks for staying with us and for leaving such a nice review. We are glad you enjoyed Welaka and we look forward to hosting you again.
We thought the room was even bigger and better in person than in the pictures. We loved everything about our week stay. The condo was spacious, the beds were comfortable, the showers and linens were great, and the condo was well stocked with everything we needed. Stacy was a wonderful host. We can’t wait to return!
We enjoyed our stay in Stacy’s condo. She was very helpful through the process and was on top of all communication. My only knock is the property itself doesn’t have a boat ramp, but the slip was perfect. I’d stay again!
Matthew H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Matthew, thanks for staying with us and for the nice review. We have worked hard to add bumpers and solar lights to make the slip as easy to use as possible. We hope to host you again.
Our Rivercation was a blast! Stacey made it easy to relax and enjoy our family vacation. There were extra towels for the pool, and those little things you forget like detergent and trash bags. We accomdated family and friends for a small retirement party at the beginning of the week and a small birthday party at the end of the week. We rented 3 condos at Sportsman's Lodge and this unit was the largest of the 3. Definitely recommend and will be back to enjoy the river and boat slip that comes with. Thank you for the memories!
Christina K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2025
Christina, thanks so much for staying with us and taking time to write a review. We also appreciate the great communication with us before and during your stay. I'm happy that you enjoyed Sportsman's Lodge as much as we do and we hope you'll come back.
About the host
Hosted by Stacy Watson May
We have been vacationing at Sportsman's Lodge for many years and are delighted to host you in our unit.
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is a beautiful part of Florida with the St. Johns River and many waterfront activities.
What makes this property unique
This property is unique because it has a floating dock with an assigned boat slip for each unit with great views from the pool and condos. The permanent residents and visitors are all friendly and considerate of others.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests