Title: ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE Holiday home in Welaka ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102580000/102578300/102578242/ca1cf1d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102580000/102578300/102578242/e2425ee9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102580000/102578300/102578242/348ad783.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102580000/102578300/102578242/f8f4f49e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102580000/102578300/102578242/60ec7384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE Come relax on the St Johns River , access from a deep water canal . Private boat house for your fishing boat . Bass fishing tournaments, Fun in the sun at Silver Glen Springs and Salt Springs . Crystal Clear water stays 72 degrees all year round . Great fishing on the Ocklawaha river also only a few minutes up the river where they flow together . Bring your golf cart or rent one to ride around the town , Local bar and grills nearby, have live entertainment and great food . Sunsets are amazing here and only one traffic light in the town . You will feel at home away from home here , friendly people and safe atmosphere . Pet Friendly , but you must register pet at time of booking as a guest , there is a additional fee . If you are bring a boat you must also notify us to confirm boat trailer parking and use of the boathouse if necessary. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19890000/19882600/19882568/52fa33dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unbeatable Waterfront Deal: Special Offers on 4BR Luxury Canal Retreat Welaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 189 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=19882568&PinnedHotelID=19882568&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27170000/27168000/27167916/97a33adc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great Place for a Fishing Excursion or a Tranquil, Relaxing Getaway! 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A $500.00 fee will be charged for all violations. All PETS MUST BE INCLUDED IN RESERVATION AND PREAPPROVED . IF YOU BRING A PET WITHOUT ANY PREAPPROVAL. ### 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.49259,-81.67097&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:yc%60sDpjnqN%40Q%3FS%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40S%40O%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40QBOBQBQBQBODQBODQBQDODQDMFQDOFODOFOFMFQFMFOFMHMFOHMHMHMHMHMHMHMJKHMJKJKHKJKJKJKJILKJIJKLGJKLGLIJGLILILELGLGLGLGNELGLENELENCLENCLENCNALCNCNCLANANANAN%3FNAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40NBNBNBL%40NBLDNBLDNBLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFLFLDLHLHLFJHLFJJLHJHLHJJJHJJJJJJJJHJJJHLJJHLHLHLHLHLHLHLFNHLFLFNFLFPFLFNFNDNDNFPDNDNDNDPBPBNDPBNBPBPBPBN%40PBP%40P%40P%40P%40N%40R%3FP%40P%3FN%3FR%40PAP%3FP%3FNAR%3FPAPANAPARAPCNAPCPCPCNCPCPENCPCPENENENENGPENENGNGNGNGNGNGLGNILGLILINILILIJILILKJILKJIJKJKLKJKHKHKJMJKFMJKHMHKFMHMFMHMFMFMDMFMFOFMDMDODMDOBMDODMBOBMBO%40ODO%40M%40O%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAM%3FO%3FOAOAOAOAMAOAOEMAOCOCMCOEMEOCMEOEMEMEOGMGMGMEMGMGMIMGKIMGMIKIMIKIKKMKKIKIKKKMIKKKKKIMKKIMIMIKIMIMIOIMGMIMGOGMGOGOGOGOEOGOEOGQEMEQEOCOEQCQEOCQCQCOCQCQAQCOAQASAQAOAQ%3FQAS%3FO%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Mr-WS4IARjYD31mOZPI54j2V0Kg=) Welaka, FL #### What's nearby - Welaka Town Hall - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles - Dunns Creek State Park - 13 min drive - 8.0 miles - Palatka Welcome Center - 40 min drive - 22.1 miles - Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 50 min drive - 29.5 miles #### Getting around - Palatka Station - 22 min drive - St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive - ‪Mema's Family Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Long’s Log Cabin Bar & Package Store - ‬17 min walk - ‪Lexi’s Of Welaka - ‬15 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE 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 ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE ? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE located? > Situated in Welaka, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Welaka Spring, Welaka Town Hall and Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium. Ocala National Forest and 40 Acre Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ST. JOHN'S RIVER HOUSE RETREAT WITH BOATHOUSE Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 13.4 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### katie s. 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Welaka Memorial Day Weekend Our families brought the boats and had a great stay at this property. The house is a nice boat ride to the springs, sandbar, and the waterfront restaurants. We look forward to staying here again! ##### katie s. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ricky b. 12 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Happy with our stay Good, clean place to stay. ##### ricky b. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kayden V. 28 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in ##### Kayden V. 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