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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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Welaka, FL
Welaka Town Hall
Place, Welaka Town Hall
3 min drive
Bimini Road
Place, Bimini Road
44 min drive
Silver Glen Springs Recreation
Place, Silver Glen Springs Recreation
50 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Riverfront Retreat-Private Dock; Fishing, Boating & Peaceful Getaway in Welaka
Located in the historic town of Welaka, in Putnam County, FL... this beautiful 2 story home, with many recent upgrades and all new furnishings, is located directly on the St Johns River. Bring your boat and explore the many places on the river like Lake George, Salt Springs, Silver Glen Springs, Turkey Island, Dunns Creek & more. A true fisherman's paradise and great family retreat! The house is about a half mile from the Town of Welaka's public boat ramp. So bring your own boat and use the covered boat slip equipped with a boat lift.
For those with mobility issues walking up and down stairs, we have installed an outdoor lift that will take you to the 2nd story of the house, instead of having to take the stairs. Please note that the house itself is not wheelchair accessible. In addition to using the lift to take yourself to the 2nd floor, it can also be used to send up your groceries, luggage and take food up and down to the grills!
On the 2nd floor you will find the open concept kitchen, living room & dinning room, 2 bedrooms & 1 full bathroom with vanity, tub/shower combo. Large Glass windows and sliding glass doors allows for plenty of natural light and great views of the river! The sliding glass doors open up to the covered balcony with loveseat & 2 patio chairs, as well as a 4 person dining table.
The living room has a large screen smart TV with DirecTV (including HBO, Showtime, Starz and Cinemax movie channels), dvd player with movies, puzzles & board games, leather sofa sleeper (queen size) and 2 leather power recliners. The dining room has a large dining table. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the pots, pans, dishes, utensils & small appliances you could ever need! The pantry also has an array of spices you are welcome to use. There is a side by side refrigerator with ice and water in the door, a dishwasher, garbage disposal, & glass top stove with oven and microwave.
The 1st bedroom upstairs has 2 sets of bunkbeds. And the other bedroom has a queen size bed. In the closets there are a few extra indoor folding chairs with comfy cushions and foot rests, should you need additional seating. There are also 2 queen size blow up mattresses, if additional beds are needed. Plenty of linens & towels are provided.
The whole bottom floor of the house is the Master Suite, with a split king adjustable bed, perfect for watching TV or reading in bed! There is also a sitting area with a leather sofa sleeper (queen size), leather recliner & large walk in closet. There is a large screen smart TV with DirecTV. The Master Bathroom has a beautiful vanity, soaking tub and separate glass enclosed shower and a window that overlooks the river! The bottom floor has it's own A/C unit separate from the upstairs unit. Large glass sliding doors open to the covered patio overlooking the St Johns River.
The laundry room is also located on the bottom flooor. There is a front load washer and dryer.
In the backyard overlooking the river you will find 2 docks, with electric, lights, water, a large fish cleaning station, and crab traps for you to use. Fish right from the dock, there are plenty of rod holders. If you bring your own boat, we have 1 covered boat slip with a boat lift you can use.
In the backyard there is also a large uncovered patio with a firepit, charcoal BBQ grill, dinning table and several umbrellas. On the covered patio there is a gas BBQ Grill, along with 2 bars with 4 bar chairs, ceiling fans & outside shower (perfect for showering off after a day of boating & swimming!)
In the garage you will find a weight bench with weights. Exercise bike, ping pong table & a corn hole set. There is plenty of parking in the large driveway for 4 vehicles and 1 boat trailer, or 3 vehicles and 2 boat trailers, you get the picture!
There are many restaurants nearby, like Shrimp R Us, Anderson's Lodge (they have the best burgers and wings!), Lexi's Cafe, Renegades On The River, Bobby G's River Pub Italian Grille (yummy pizza, and they deliver to the house!) & more. Grocery stores & shopping are located in nearby towns of Crescent City (20 mins) and Palatka (25-30 mins). Also it's worth noting that Kroger will deliver groceries right to the house! Go to www.kroger.com for more info on their grocery delivery services.
With beautiful sunsets and so much wild life to see, you will leave all your worries behind!
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DO NOT LET YOUR CHILDREN OPERATE OR PLAY ON THE LIFT.
Do not pour any used cooking oils or grease down the garbage disposal, sinks or toilets.
Smoking is NOT allowed inside the house. Please only smoke outside.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Welaka
Located in Welaka, this holiday home is in a rural area and 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 50 min drive - 48.1 km
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church - 60 min drive - 86.8 km
Getting around
Palatka Station - 26 min drive
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 77 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 13 min drive
Long’s Log Cabin Bar & Package Store - 3 min drive
Mema's Family Restaurant - 12 min drive
Subway - 13 min drive
Shrimps R Us - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Riverfront Retreat-Private Dock; Fishing, Boating & Peaceful Getaway in Welaka pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Retreat-Private Dock; Fishing, Boating & Peaceful Getaway in Welaka?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Retreat-Private Dock; Fishing, Boating & Peaceful Getaway in Welaka on 2 June 2026 start from AU$299, 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 Retreat-Private Dock; Fishing, Boating & Peaceful Getaway in Welaka?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Riverfront Retreat-Private Dock; Fishing, Boating & Peaceful Getaway in Welaka?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Riverfront Retreat-Private Dock; Fishing, Boating & Peaceful Getaway in Welaka?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Riverfront Retreat-Private Dock; Fishing, Boating & Peaceful Getaway in Welaka located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Welaka Spring, Welaka Town Hall and Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium. 40 Acre Park and Ocala National Forest are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Host answered questions quickly! The location is peaceful and quiet!Great amenities!The outside elevator was extremely useful for taking heavy items up to the 2nd floor.
Pictures do no justice house was more beautiful in person great location on the river. The kids loved fishing off the dock and the boat lift made the stay so much more simple with not having to go to and from the boat ramp every day! We will definitely be back for another stay
This property was amazing we loved everything about it we enjoyed the fire pit with the kids making smores the grills to cook our steaks and most of all the kids loved the crab traps. The home owners have provided such a beautiful place all the amenities are covered right down to any utensil you might need. Thank you again for allowing us to enjoy your little slice of heaven.
Wonderfully equipped property, couldn’t ask for more. House and grounds were exceptionally clean and organized when we arrived. Very spacious for two family gathering. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook full dinners; extra appliances; plenty of cookware; and ample dining areas (inside and out). We rented house for a boating weekend on the St. John’s River. Great views in all directions. Fun restaurants on the river close by. I even kayaked across the river one morning to watch sunrise, and could see lots of wildlife in the Ocala National Forest. We would happily return!
We stayed this past week to fish on St. John’s River. The house was perfect and accommodated us perfectly. The dock with the fish cleaning station was a major plus for us! We will definitely be booking for our trip in 2025.
We went for 94th Birthday Party with Family and friends. The open concept was perfectand plenty of seating and eating space. The place was very well appointed.
MARGARET W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Charlotte Prine
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