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

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Outdoor dining
Located in the heart of Ocala National Forest, this waterfront home offers a serene retreat with 270 feet of St. Johns River views. Watch the sunrise from your private dock and enjoy pristine natural beauty in all directions while staying connected with High-speed Wi-fi and satellite TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

House
Beautiful Riverfront Home View on St. John's River
Beautiful Riverfront Home and View on St. John's River Astor

About the area

Map
Astor, FL

What's nearby

  • Astor Recreation Park - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Astor Public Library - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts - 24 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Bluffton Recreation Area - 29 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 32 min drive - 31.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Castaways Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Place Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Drifters - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪essex seafood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬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.

How much is parking at Beautiful Riverfront Home and View on St. John's Sleeps 8!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge and Lake George. Juniper Springs Recreation Area and De Leon Springs State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Reviews

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

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 208 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great place. Very quiet, relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Beautiful home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

Amazing location

House location was perfect for a family with a boat. Property was clean and probably the best stocked rental we've ever rented. The additional nature surprises we received out the icing on the cake. From baby alligators to manatees it was a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Probably one of the most relaxing properties we’ve rented. Owners responded right away. Everything was beautiful. Not one thing we needed that we didn’t find. Definitely planning a return visit with family. What a blessing to be able to experience “real” Florida, away from the hustle and bustle!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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

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

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

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

Bo R.

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

Excellent Weekend

Great place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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

Kyle P.

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

Perfect place

Perfect stay for fishing and going to the races at night!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN O.

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

River house

Great stay, beautiful location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

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

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

Lori W.

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

Great quick stay

We had a great stay! The hosts were very responsive for any questions we had. My son loved the river access and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

Thomas K.

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

Nice house on the river

We enjoyed our stay and the owner was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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

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

Kevin H.

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

Great stay

Great location, host and house I could live in. Plan on going back often.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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

Gavin A.

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

Great hosts

River was higher than expected but good location would definitely visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

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

Terry H.

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

Great view.

Relaxing stay on the St. Johns river. Wild turkeys were a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Was a great place at a great location white and relaxing great place to dock your boat

Birthday weekend to go boating and to dinner
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023