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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16195.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Palatka, FL
- Place, Palatka Welcome Center27 min drive
- Place, Ravine Gardens State Park28 min drive
- Place, Palatka Municipal Golf Course30 min drive
- Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)67 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Convertible bed(s)
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
WATERFRONT, Sleeps 16,2 Docks, POOL,fire pit, FREE Boats/ Wedding VENUE
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
POOL, Swings, basketball, Games, Grill and 5 Boats
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events Allowed/MUST CONFIRM WITH MGR!! FEES APPLY
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 4 pets total)
$200-1st pet, add pet $50 each. Needs Approval!
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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: 75
Note from host: Events Allowed/MUST CONFIRM WITH MGR!! FEES APPLY
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Palatka
Located in Palatka, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Ponce de Leon Hotel are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Ravine Gardens State Park and World Golf Village. Travelling with kids? Consider St. Augustine Wild Reserve and World Golf Hall of Fame. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Palatka, FL
What's nearby
- Palatka Welcome Center - 27 min drive - 30.1 km
- Ravine Gardens State Park - 28 min drive - 30.8 km
- Palatka Municipal Golf Course - 30 min drive - 34.1 km
- World Golf Village - 55 min drive - 72.0 km
- Jacksonville Naval Air Station - 58 min drive - 72.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Anguilla Fish Farms - 44 min drive
- St Johns Pub - 9 min drive
- Betty's & Ray - 9 min drive
- Cypress Point Store - 35 min drive
- Sam's Sandwich Shop - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
4 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bob E.
23 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bob E.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John M.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
John M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
angie m.
4 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun property
angie m.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
HEATHER A.
29 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Weekend
HEATHER A.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina K.
25 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
Christina K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erick L.
6 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cozy house on the river
Erick L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David K.
1 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a group
David K.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David F.
29 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing summer vacation

David F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joline M.
3 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Oasis
Joline M.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robin S.
13 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Robin S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Letty L.
28 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday weekend
Letty L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
22 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay just as listed
Linda S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joanna C.
14 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun
Joanna C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kerry Y.
17 Jan 2019
Plenty of room for 14 of us.
Kerry Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tonya B.
2 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Tonya B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
6 Feb 2013
Repeater
Susan S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine P.
28 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Christmas Memories
Christine P.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donald S.
6 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Donald S.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay D.
14 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother’s Day Gathering
Lindsay D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kayla G.
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Birthday little getaway ever
Kayla G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
4 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Susan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Melissa H.
24 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Overall good
Melissa H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Douglas G.
15 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Enough room for all
Douglas G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carrie S.
11 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property for large family wanting to relax.
Carrie S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Kelly Doyle
In July 2019 we purchased this property to have a private getaway for ourselves and family to relax, go fishing, crabbing, shrimping or visit one of the many attractions and activities that are in and around the area. The home is easily accessible from the Jacksonville International Airport which has been ideal for us to fly in, grab a rental car and be poolside within an hour. We have been on a mission to update and upgrade the property with big projects being completed each year and smaller projects every time we visit when possible. Big projects completed thus far: EXTERIOR - Installed Pool, Pool Deck & Completely Fenced the Area; Screened Back Porch, New Furniture in lower screened porch; New Grill; Installed Solar Lights on Long Pier; New Table, Chairs, Umbrella & Rug for Concrete Patio; New Swivel Rocking Chairs and Rug in Screened Porch off Dining Room; New Furniture on Front Porch; New Hammocks & Swing in yard; Built Beer Pong Table. INTERIOR - New Smart TV's for Living Room, Den & all 6 Bedrooms; Painted both Bathrooms; Appointed Kitchen with New Dishes, Silverware, Glassware, Cookware, etc.; Numerous other smaller projects and repairs. Projected New Updates: Ceramic Tile Floors in Bathrooms Fall 2022; New Fire Pit; Raised Walk Way to the Long Pier; New Roof. Soon will be going solar as well.
Why they chose this property
We saw the potential to make this a relaxing oasis not just for us and our family but for all who may visit and/or vacation here at the River House. The gorgeous sunrises are mazing over the water. The bonus plan for us was to see the manatees swimming under the piers and at the water's edge. The property also boasts 780 feet of water frontage on the St. Johns River which is the Best Bass Fishing in America.
What makes this property unique
POOL...ALL NEW APPLIANCES! BOATS! PONTOON BOAT RENTALS! WATERFRONT!!6 bedrooms/2 baths, sleeps up to 16, RV Hookup. Private boat ramp, 2 docks, fish sink, 2.8 acres on a corner lot, WiFi, cable, basketball court, 8 Smart TVs, 4 Car Ports, Great for Family Reunions, Guys/Girls Getaway, Weddings and any/all occasions. WEDDING VENUE! SHORT RIDE TO OLD ST.AUGUSTINE, BEACHES, AND GOLF COURSES. BEST BASS FISHING IN THE WORLD!!
OLD ST AUGUSTINE, BEACHES, AND 2 HOURS FROM ORLANDO!
OLD ST AUGUSTINE, BEACHES, AND 2 HOURS FROM ORLANDO!
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