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Best time of the year to enjoy the RiverHouse. Cooler weather, fewer mosquitoes

Best time of the year to enjoy the RiverHouse. Cooler weather, fewer mosquitoes

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Fiddler's Cove
Interior
Breakfast bar in kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Overview of Best time of the year to enjoy the RiverHouse. Cooler weather, fewer mosquitoes

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Welaka, FL
  • Popular LocationOcala National Forest10 min walk
  • Popular LocationDunns Creek State Park17 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Glen Springs Recreation53 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest room

1 King Bed

Master suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Best time of the year to enjoy the RiverHouse. Cooler weather, fewer mosquitoes

Just imagine waking up to this incredible view! Your most important decision of the day is breakfast on the patio or fishing on the river! Life couldn't get any better than this. Both sunrise and sunset cast a rainbow of colors on the water. The house is situated on a grassy knoll overlooking the St Johns River. The dock is a perfect place to enjoy the sunset and, most unusual, no sharing required! The Ocala National Forest lies directly across the river. 300+ acres of pristine forests and trails provide another layer of privacy. Venture inside to find the house spacious and open with an abundance of windows and doors throughout to allow full and natural light to the interiors. A magnificent four poster mahogany bed anchors the master suite. The adjoining deck, sunroom/sitting room, luxury bath and large walk-in closet complete the master suite. The kitchen and living area overlook the river, as well as a patio with teak adirondack chairs, chaises lounges, and dining table. This 1600 sq ft home is fully furnished has a dining room, guest room, 2nd bath with jacuzzi tub, and laundry. Careful planning ensured that every room has a view! Experience the amenities of this special hideaway and you will be compelled to return again and again. The natural landscape is intertwined with live oak, cypress, cedar, palm, magnolia, citrus, all species of other native plants. Fish from the dock, around the cove, bring or rent your own boat. Throw out a shrimp net, sink a crab trap and cook your own catch. Voila!, dinner on the river! Observe and enjoy an amazing array of wildlife; eagles, turkey, deer, hawks, woodpeckers, owls, alligators, sandhill cranes, egrets, herons, anhingas, kingfishers, seagulls, and the occasional pelican. The old outdoor brick fire pit is a great place for an oyster roast or clam bake. A little bit of history can add interest and allure. For many years this property was known as the 'home of Rosie Hilton, fiddler extraordinaire'. A musician/songwriter/performer, Rosie frequently held outdoor concerts on his wooden stage joined by other performers including his son, TK "Kim" Hilton. Guests would gather round to enjoy the show. Please come, enjoy your stay and we hope to see you again real soon!

Property manager

Bonnie Peters
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Welaka

Located in Welaka, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Ocala National Forest and 40 Acre Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium and Ravine Gardens State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Ocala National Forest - 10 min walk
  • Dunns Creek State Park - 17 min drive
  • Lake George - 17 min drive
  • Lake George Conservation Area - 24 min drive
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Palatka Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Log Cabin Bar & Package - 3 min drive
  • River Pub Italian Grill - 11 min drive
  • Frontier Dance Hall & Restaurant - 38 min drive
  • Subway - 13 min drive
  • Pomona Park Pizza - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best time of the year to enjoy the RiverHouse. Cooler weather, fewer mosquitoes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Best time of the year to enjoy the RiverHouse. Cooler weather, fewer mosquitoes located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ocala National Forest, Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium and Welaka Town Hall. 40 Acre Park and Welaka Spring are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular waterfront sunsets!
The natural beauty of this property is remarkable, especially the birds. The house is super-clean, cozy, and well-stocked for a comfortable stay. Quiet, friendly neighborhood. Appreciated the easy check-in, check-out and owner responsiveness. Working remotely from this paradise was a pleasure - we'll be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house on the St. John’s River
My wife and I had a wonderful week here celebrating our 5th anniversary. The house is exactly as advertised and the best stocked place we’ve stayed in. Rented a pontoon from Renegades on the River and used the house’s boat dock. Be sure to try Shrimps R Us and Corky Bells (in Palatka) for lunch or dinner. We’d love to stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise Found at the River House
We can’t wait to return to the River House on the St. John’s River. The feel of the house is extremely comfortable, exceptionally clean and welcoming. Its ideal secluded riverfront location allowed us to spend our days exploring in our kayaks and fishing. You can’t get enough of the outdoors and surrounding natural beauty. The yard is full of citrus trees! The house is tastefully decorated and appointed with everything you could possibly need. No detail is overlooked: the fully appointed kitchen, a comfortable and spacious master bedroom and renovated bath, and a huge dock to relax and watch the incredible sunsets or stare at the star filled night skies. The house affords beautiful views and picture windows that bring the gorgeous outside in. The hosts, Bonnie and Malcolm go above and beyond, and are extremely helpful and available for questions about the area, the amenities the home has to offer, and of course, fishing tips. We hated to leave. Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Amazing Getaway
The view is beautiful, the town is quaint, the home is nicely renovated, and this is easily the most well-appointed by-owner place I've ever rented. Anything you might need from kitchen utensils, to condiments, to coffee, to first aid supplies... it was all there. The master bedroom feels palatial with the sweeping views of the lake, private door, and sunroom. From the comfort of this room we regularly saw deer, wild turkeys, ospreys, and at night an owl dove through the fireflies hunting for its breakfast. Bonnie, the owner, was very responsive and communication was pleasant and easy. The only improvements I could suggest is a path to the dock (like some walking stones). Also, curtains or blinds in the master bedroom would be nice. Keep in mind, there's no direct sun in the morning, and there are no visible neighbors, so this is a very minor thing. All in all, we LOVED the place and would love to rent here again next time we come to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elena Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply the best for us ...
Good for people who are looking relaxing and love Mother Nature...,
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Bonnie Peters

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We bought this property in spring of 2014 and have completed renovations this year.

Why they chose this property

We love it! My husband grew up in Palatka and fished this part of the river all his life! He has long admired this property, but we never dreamed we would ever own such a treasure. And now for a very limited time we will share it with you. An opportunity not to be missed!
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