Relaxing Getaway off of Florida's St Johns River!
Astor, Greeley County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Relaxing Getaway off of Florida's St Johns River! This beautifully updated and modernized 2 bedroom/2 bathroom home is situated on a deep water canal right off the St. John’s River. We are surrounded by Florida's Ocala National Forest and our many beautiful springs. It's a fun retreat with plenty of activities available! Fishing is awesome! You can fish off the dock in the backyard, on Lake Georg...
Relaxing Getaway off of Florida's St Johns River! This beautifully updated and modernized 2 bedroom/2 bathroom home is situated on a deep water canal right off the St. John’s River. We are surrounded by Florida's Ocala National Forest and our many beautiful springs. It's a fun retreat with plenty of activities available! Fishing is awesome! You can fish off the dock in the backyard, on Lake George, Lake Dexter, the St. Johns River or in our many creeks and springs. A photographer’s delight! You will find miles of hiking, and off -road vehicle and horse trails throughout the forest. Bring your boat, kayaks and canoes. We have room for your vehicles and trailers on the property. A public boat ramp is only 5 minutes away by road, 10-15 minutes by river. Hunt for deer and wild turkey in season. And in the off season, check out the pistol, rifle and skeet/trap shooting range in the forest. By the way, we are a golf cart community. Bikers, fishers and boaters are welcome!This home is also within an hour to many of Central Florida’s attractions including Disney, Universal and the beaches on both coasts. And, within a few miles, you can dine at the newly renovated Drifters Bar & Grill (formerly Blackwater Inn), order pizza delivered from Pizza-Over-Yonder and have breakfast or lunch at the Rose Garden or Sparkys. If you want to eat in, groceries are available from the Triple Z market or the Dollar General Market.Spend a long weekend, week, or the season with us. Whatever your indulgence, your comfort and privacy is our main concern. Amenities:• 2 bedrooms/2 full bathrooms• Sleeps up to 6 people• Large master bedroom with king bed and walk-in closet• Second guest bedroom with a queen bed• Sleep sofa in living room with a real queen mattress • USB power ports throughout the home• Wood laminate floors with area rugs• Central heat and A/C• Huge shower in the master and shower/bath in the main bathroom• Hair dryers in both bathrooms• Comfortable living room including a 55" flat screen TV with Google Play and a DVD player • Huge selection of DVDs• Flat screen TVs in both bedrooms• WI-FI - High speed wireless internet throughout home• Huge selection of puzzles, board games and playing cards• Large work desk with USB power ports• Large kitchen with breakfast bar and dining table with USB power ports• A fully equipped kitchen with a full size stove, oven, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker, blender, juicer, toaster, 1.5 quart crock pot, 3 quart crock pot, coffee grinder, waffle maker, milk shake maker, and full size refrigerator w/ice maker plus all necessary cookware, dishes, utensils, and flatware• Full size washer/dryer• Iron/ironing board• Bed linens, blankets, bath and beach towels included• A large covered screened porch overlooking the dock and water.• Bar, tables and chairs on screened porch• Pool table and cornhole• Outdoor seating on dock and patio• Please know that the yard and dock are shared with the adjacent rental • Outdoor seating on dock and patio (shared)• Outdoor gas grill (shared)• Patio fire pit (shared)• Sea wall and dock space for boat tie-up. (shared)• Fish cleaning station (shared)• Public boat ramp nearby• Trailer parking available on property (On the Villa driveway)• Fish cleaning station• Covered boat slip can accommodate up to 24 ft. boats• Additional cleaning services available for a nominal fee.• No smoking inside• Not handicapped accessible• Must be at least 25 years old to book• Dogs (Under 50 lbs.) and service dogs allowed (An additional cleaning charge will be assessed.)• Small (12 & under) family and friend gatherings allowed (Inform owner before gathering for permission)• Please contain noise after 10:00 PM• Please no parking on the front lawn. You will break the sprinkler heads.Terms:o Three night minimum stay.o Discounts for full week and month(s) stays.o Maximum stay: 3 monthso Guest agrees to take reasonable care of the premises and will be responsible for any damage beyond normal wear and tear.o Guest agrees to pay for any linen, towels, dishes; kitchen, grill, etc., lost or damaged during his/her stay.o Guest will be required to clean up house, porch and dock by returning all furniture to its original position.o If a dog is part of party, Guest will be required to clean up after the dog using waste bags and depositing used waste bags in the outside trash can.o By contracting with us, Guest acknowledges that the premises has a dock into open water, all of which can be dangerous to unsupervised children and adults who are not careful, or don’t know how to swim.o Guest will take appropriate precautions for the safety of all guests on premises, especially children. Please pay extra attention regarding the steps, porch and dock that all children and guests use due caution against accidents.o Guest agrees to assume the risk of injury from the use of these facilities to him/herself and all other guests, whether child or adult.o Only family or friends of Guest shall be permitted on premises- no sublet or assignment of this agreement is permitted.o Guest shall be responsible for all guests and any damage caused during the stay, unless caused by Owner or Owner’s representative or agent.o Guest agrees to lock house when not on premises for security.o Guest will not park or allow guests to park on front lawn. Please also consider the neighbors on either side, when parking.o If keys are lost, please notify owner as soon as possible.o Any problems with the premises shall be reported to owner or designated agent immediately by Guest.o Guest shall keep trash and garbage in covered containers provided. If long term rental, Guest will curb garbage cans Sunday night for Monday pick-up.o Guest will comply with any reasonable rules established by Owner and provided to Guest.o Guest will have exclusive use of premises during rental period, except for any required repairs, maintenance, governmental inspections, meter readers, lawn maintenance and Owner; all of whom shall be given access, as required.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 25+ Mbps
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach towels
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Fire station contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- River
- Town
- Water view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Theme parks
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Snorkelling
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Water view
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Children's dinnerware
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Stereo
- DVD player
- Smart TV
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Up to 23 kg per pet
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the marina
- On a river
- On a lake
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Billiards/pool table
- Ecotours nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Garden
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 3–17
- Events allowed: family gatherings
- Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
- Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- 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
About the area
Astor
Located in Astor, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at De Leon Springs State Park and Ocala National Forest, while Stetson Mansion and Museum of Art - Deland are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Lake George State Forest 7 min drive
- Astor Recreation Park 7 min drive
- Bluffton Recreation Area 18 min drive
- Silver Glen Springs Recreation 19 min drive
- De Leon Springs State Park 21 min drive
Getting around
- DeLand Station 31 min drive
- Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.) 50 min drive
Restaurants
- Subway 5 min drive
- Pierson Family Restaurant 18 min drive
- Essex Seafood Two 8 min drive
- Steel Around Forest Tavern 7 min drive
- Sterling's Restaurant 5 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Relaxing Getaway off of Florida's St Johns River! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Relaxing Getaway off of Florida's St Johns River!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Relaxing Getaway off of Florida's St Johns River!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Relaxing Getaway off of Florida's St Johns River! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Ocala National Forest and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lake George State Forest. Lake George and Juniper Springs Recreation Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).