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Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and furnished lanai

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Consider a stay at Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat and take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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.

Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat

A great home for a multitude of purposes, such as wedding parties, fishing groups, family reunions, two couples vacationing together, and many more. Why do you ask? This private home is unique because it has a huge master bedroom suite and because of its location it is accessible by water to the St. Johns River, Glen Springs, Welaka Springs, water-front docking dining, fishing, boat slips, fish-cleaning station, covered boat house with outside lounge/sun/shade areas; and not to mention the space that all can enjoy comfortably inside as well.
I have a concierge on-site in the guest house to answer all your questions and remedy any problems.

Location by Boat
Location is about one thousand feet of canal travel to direct access to the St. John's River, which is about 3 minutes from the river. Then, it is 5 minutes to Welaka Springs, 10 minutes to Ocklawaha River, 30-45 minutes to Glen Springs, and 15 minutes from the riverfront dining Renegade's. There is parking for 4 boats. There is also parking for 3-4 boat trailers.

Location by Walking
Across the street is a small park to walk your pets and see a beautiful sunset over the St. John's River.

Location by Driving
Free ice at 223 Sportsman Drive, 1-minute drive.
Restaurants & Bars: "Shrimps R Us" and "Log Cabin", 3 minutes, "Renegade's" on the water. All three usually have live entertainment on weekends, 4-10 minutes on Highway 309.

Fishing
Catch fish off the dock as most people catch more fish from the dock than they catch from the boat. You can clean your fresh caught fish in the fish cleaning station equipped with a sink and running water.

Boat Slips
You can bring up to two twenty-four-foot boats to dock in your backyard.

Outside Area
There is an outside private 12'x50' waterfront dock with lots of seating and a large sunshade and dining area. The 12'x30' screened porch has two comfortable Tommy Bahama wicker chairs and a Tommy Bahama comfortable wicker couch. There is a glass dining table that seats four. The water view and easy access to the backyard and dock area make for a great social gathering.

Private Parking
The driveway can park nine cars. Trailers are allowed.

Inside the Separate Owner's Guest House Suite


Inside the Main House
16 years ago, this home was custom-built as a vacation home for a multi-millionaire, and its true quality shows. Guests are sure to enjoy a memorable vacation in this fully furnished, four-bedroom/2-bath home.

Bedrooms
The main/master bedroom has a king-sized bed, while the remaining two rooms are each furnished with queen-sized beds, dressers, chests, and nightstands and are comfortable for two people in each bedroom. The fourth bedroom has two twin beds.

Living Room
The large living room is furnished with extremely comfortable furniture. I have just replaced the couch and loveseat with ones that have four reclining seats. An excellent setting to watch a 72-inch big-screen TV with Amazon Prime and Netflix.
Board games and an assortment of reading materials are available for book exchange.

The Kitchen
The kitchen is equipped with luxury appliances, dishes, accessories, gadgets, pots, and pans that a gourmet chef could ask for. The kitchen is perfect for informal dining with a four-person breakfast bar and high-top chairs. There is a semi-formal dining room that seats eight or more when you add leaves to the table.
There is a gas and charcoal grill that will please the most particular griller.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Golf
  • Pickleball
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

If you use the fish cleaning sink, you clean the fish cleaning sink and area, Do not throw fish guts in the canal, put them in the river
It is discouraged to allow pets to be left alone in house or in yard.
If you must leave a pet alone, the pet must be put in your cage or my cage which is in the laundry room, There is a radio to play music for the pet,

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside only.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
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, 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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Great Fishing Located Deep Water Canal Sportsmans Harbor House
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Great Fishing Located Deep Water Canal Sportsmans Harbor House
Great Fishing Located Deep Water Canal Sportsmans Harbor Welaka
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About the area

Located in Welaka, this holiday home 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 looking for area attractions can visit Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium and Willard Hazen Ball Park. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Welaka travel guide
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Welaka, FL

What's nearby

  • Ravine Gardens State Park
    Ravine Gardens State Park
    41 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Enjoying a beautiful day at Silver Glen Springs Recreation Area
    Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    51 min drive - 47.5 km
  • Welaka Town Hall
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Dunns Creek State Park
    13 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Palatka Station
    27 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat located?

This family-friendly Welaka holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Welaka Spring and Welaka Town Hall. Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium and Ocala National Forest are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 191 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colby T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kade H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat stay. Mr. Jim’s place is very convenient. We always bring the boat, love the dock at the end of the canal. Michelle is always super sweet and accommodating. Thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

HOME AWAY FROM HOME

best home base for fishing and hanging out I've found going on 30 something years. Really relaxing near good food good people good fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tim A.

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

Good place

Great location to explore
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z.

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

Peaceful and So Comfotable

This is our second stay at this property and certainly won’t be our last. On site concierge is on top of everything. Beautiful home on the water. You won’t be sorry if you decide to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Relaxing

Went down three weeks to go the daytona 500 and bike week, Great riding in the area.Came back to relax and nice setting on the St Johns River Canal.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z.

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

What a gem

Great property in a quiet neighborhood. On site concierge was awesome. Even had a pontoon boat on site for our use. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel H.

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

Beautiful property

Home was super clean. Spacious. The host was very quick on any questions we had. This is on a very fish active canal. We caught fish right off the deck. I can't say enough about this place. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnette M.

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

Serene getaway

This house is truly a home away from home. The jacuzzi bathtub was awesome!! So relaxing, I got it in once but my husband got in twice! This place is huge with 4 really nice size bedrooms. And the dock is very spacious as well. I will definitely come back here with more family next time and rent the available pontoon boat. Loved, loved, loved this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Great stay on the water

We loved this place so much. It is great for group venue. It is very clean and very spacious. We will stay there again for sure!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Shrimpcation

The place was perfect for our family. We loved our little oasis away from home. We will definitely be coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerri M.

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

Nice weekend getaway!

This home worked well for our group. We ended up renting a pontoon boat elsewhere because the one onsite had no bimini top to shade us from the sun, but we thoroughly enjoyed fishing from the dock at the property. Easy access to St. John's River
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

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

Great weekend getaway for a group!

We did a group fishing trip with 8 friends. Didn’t catch any fish but had a great time. Well stocked kitchen, plenty of room, nice outdoor area with grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Great getaway

We had a fantastic time - house was great, very nice location and everything made it feel very comfortable and homey for us. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fishing trip

House was very nice clean and comfortable. The description was somewhat misleading. There are no boat slips you tie up to the dock. It advertises a covered boat dock which it has but you can’t use the covered slip for your boat. We bought charcoal to use the charcoal grill which is tiny and very rusted. The dock was nice. All in all I will probably be back again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Perfect for a large family.

My family stayed at this property for a wedding. It held the 10 of us comfortably, and was in a perfect spot to get around town quickly. It’s near the restaurants and dollar general so quick runs for forgotten items were easily taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie G.

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

Weekend on the river

Property was clean and spacious with easy access to the river, more tv's in bedrooms would be nice for larger parties, but enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberto S.

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

Peace and Fun

Beautiful place with water ways that takes you to the many springs and lakes. Quiet getaway with many amenities in a secluded location. Awesome place to spend time with family and friends away from the hectic daily live.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian Y.

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

By

Lots of space and comfortable with all the amenities. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Spacious Spot for our Men’s fishing trip

This was a great spot for our biannual men’s fishing trip. This was our first stay here, sought it out after outgrowing a previous place after 3 stays up the river. This place has plenty of space that accommodated 8 men comfortably. Well-equipped and host was real responsive. The area seemed to be nice, prime location in regards to some of our favorite fishing spots. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D F.

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

Wonderful relaxing weekend

More amenities than expected. Wish we had more time to enjoy all that is available. Even extras that we wouldn't need like high chair and kids games and movies. Wish there were small steps to get to the dock for elders. Surprise suggestion to 4th of July golf cart water gun parade. Glad we were prepared. Will have to return with more time and maybe cooler weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Short stay

Overall the property was very nice. Beds were comfortable, kitchen had everything you need to cook and then some. Dock was very nice and relaxing. Our kids fished off the dock and loved all the games there was for them to play. Only thing i would say that could have been better is house keeping needs to clean bathroom cabinets and drawers there was hair in bottom of master cabinet. Wasn't that big of a deal for us because we didn't store anything in there but just a suggestion since you may get picker guest who it would bother. Thnaks for sharing your place we enjoyed our stay while we visited with our family in Palatka.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Nell B.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Not ready

The house was not cleaned when we arrived after check in time. The owner was going to send someone over. But after about an hour or so, we were feeling uncomfortable so I called the owner and told him we weren’t staying. Our charges were returned and it worked out for the best! It looked to be a perfect place for fishing and a boys trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laresa B.

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

Family Fishing trip

Overall the property was good. The grass needed cutting because it was high but other than that we were fine with it. The house met all our needs and we had ample room for everyone. We will rent the property again if it’s available on the dates we return. We were able to pull our boats up to the dock and use for easy access to the river. Check in and check out was easy. If all our party showed up as expected, parking would have been an issue with the trucks and trailers but it wasn’t. Two trucks with two trailers was ok. But if we had had the other two trucks and trailers, we would have had to regroup on the parking situation.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Darren C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family Christmas

Jim was a gracious host. The house was large and well-outfitted for our family. The street location was nice with a canal in the back and view of the St. John's across the street. However, I didn't go far on foot before the surrounding area became quite sketchy. My mom said there were bollweevils in the cupboard, though I didn't see anything. I did see some mold in the fridge and on the counters which happens when you live near the water. Just wish it was cleaned up. Other than that, it was terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023