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River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock

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A waterfront property with a dock, outdoor seating, and a building with a covered patio. - River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock (Astor)
A rustic interior with wooden beams, a balcony with railings, and various animal trophies displayed on shelves. - River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock (Astor)
A spacious living area with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window overlooking the outdoors. - River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock (Astor)
A covered patio with wicker furniture and a round table, overlooking a natural landscape with trees and a body of water. - River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock (Astor)
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At River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 162600 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock

  • Summary:

    River Bend Lodge is a private lodge where your family/group occupy the entire home, boat bunkhouse/ gameroom. It is the Jewel of the St John's River. Its is a spectacular river front custom-built home designed to entertain and relax with your family/group. The very open floor plan features an incredible island kitchen that opens directly into the sprawling great room with full stone fireplace under vaulted ceilings with beautiful solid wood beams for those cool nights.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Fishing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

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  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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
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

About the area

Located in Astor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. David Disney Tennis Center and Black Bear Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ocala National Forest and Juniper Springs Recreation Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Astor travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A wooden bridge over a clear blue water body surrounded by dense greenery.
    Ocala National Forest
    3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • A clear water body with a turtle swimming, surrounded by dense green vegetation.
    Blue Spring State Park
    47 min drive - 36.1 miles
  • A stadium with empty seats and a clear blue sky.
    Daytona International Speedway
    53 min drive - 45.6 miles
  • A statue of a pilot, a biplane, and a large metal structure in a park.
    Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
    56 min drive - 47.4 miles
  • Stetson University
    35 min drive - 27.1 miles

Getting around

  • DeLand Station
    36 min drive
  • Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pierson Family Restaurant
    18 min drive
  • Drifters Riverfront Bar & Grill
    7 min drive
  • Domino's
    18 min drive
  • Castaways Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Subway
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Ocala National Forest and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Juniper Springs Recreation Area. Silver Glen Springs Recreation and Chuck Lennon Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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River Bend Lodge Bring your boat, Fish off dock Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Family Time Together

Another amazing holiday at the Riverbend Lodge!!! Perfect place for our family and friends to gather!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Perfect location to access the springs, nice property that can accommodate multiple families with water access to bring your own boats.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing as always!

Another memorable holiday on the river and Riverbend is perfect for our family!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Astor

Great home went with 18 family members lots of space to enjoy each other. Beautiful dock and property,wildlife everywhere osprey,gators, manatees,blue herons.We caught bass,bluegill,stingrays and an eel.Great location for all the local springs and beaches.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing Trip

We go to Astor about three times a year for a three - four day fishing trip. The River Bend lodge made the trip so much more comfortable. The lodge is laid out with everything you need and is close to boat ramps & restaurants . We will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Retreat

Had a leadership retreat with our organization. There were 6 couples and the property was great for relaxing and meeting. Loved the setting on the river, and the well furnished indoor and outdoor spaces. I would recommend for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Plenty of Room

There was 11 of us and there was plenty of room so every couple had their own bedroom and bath. That was wonderful! We also enjoyed the large dining table which allowed us all to sit together for meals and games. The living room was also nice and spacious with plenty of room for those who wanted to watch TV. Being right on the river was peaceful and enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Positive overall with some needed attention to detail

The overall stay was great! We loved the spacious layout and multiple master bedrooms. It made for an ideal stay with our family and children. Likewise we enjoyed the fishing despite not catching many large fish along the dock. We also got see some nature including fish, smaller gators, raccoons and even a manatee that swam to the top of the water at the dock. The negatives were the outdated decor and the fact we saw more than just a few bugs (roaches) in the kitchen. We were careful to keep food put away but still saw more than anticipated while cleaning and moving things on the counters. The owner was responsive when we messaged about a roof leak during a storm and sent a roofer out to repair it. In addition, there were few minor plumbing issues with toilets needing to be plunged or having to take the lid off to flush. The space is what truly made the stay comfortable and relaxing, but for the price we were expecting a few more updates and less presence of bugs. I would recommend staying here as long as those minor issues were addressed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect for our gathering of family and friends. Very pet friendly, spacious and a beautiful place. The photos did not do get justice.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. We were celebrating my daughter getting married so we were quite busy so I would love to rent the house again sometime when I can totally enjoy it with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay

Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very easy check in, huge house for a large group, plenty of space, docking and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing family holiday gathering on the river! Very clean, everything we needed, and great communication!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was perfect!! enough room for 5 adult couples and very clean, definitely will book this house again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Memorial weekend

Great place to stay with you family and friends
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Crappie fishing

Nice place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place is so amazing. I could come here over and over again.

This house is amazing. We loved every minute of it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to relax

The house needs some tender loving care but overall the size of it - number of bedrooms and baths, the fireplace and dock on river were awesome. Our family truly enjoyed it....
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing vacation

Perfect location, centrally located for boat lovers. Close proximity to Silver Glen Springs. The house is beautiful with plenty of room for our party! Owner was extremely helpful with any questions I had. Will book again in the near future!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Backyard Family Wedding

This was the perfect location for our small family wedding. We got the whole weekend to enjoy our family and friends. Also the perfect backdrop to say “I do”. The owner was available for assistance when we needed him and was super friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Time with Friends

We have already rebooked for next time! Mark is always great with communication and the house is always ready as promised! It's a beautiful location on the St John's River!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Big with Great River Views

Loved the layout of this property. 5 rooms with king beds and private baths, great for multiple couples. There are a few additional features not listed, like a fire pit, grill and large Blackstone. The house is a bit dated but what we were expecting, pictures are true to the house. We really enjoyed family time, cooking in the large kitchen and wrap around deck! Sunrises were gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Retreat

Riverbend is a beautiful, rustic retreat that we stayed in so that we could have all our kids back together after Covid 19 as two of them are first responders. The home is huge and everyone had their own space. We brought our boat but also used the pontoon so all could enjoy the fun and sun. We will be booking again. Thank you Mark for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful river home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Family reunion

Great location and wonderful layout for large family. Needs updating. Carpets are worn and home needs manor deep clean. Sent a couple emails to owner before and during stay but never received response. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

This house was a great place. We were there for a birthday and dirt Track Nationals. It was close to the track. there was a lot of space for everyone. we BBQ and fished off the dock. We rented there boat and went to lunch on the water. we will coming back in the summer sometime. The owner was a great guy. Totally reamend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021