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Winter Paradise on the St. Johns River w/deep water boat slip

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Marina
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Welaka, FL
  • Place, Welaka Town Hall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Winter Paradise on the St. Johns River w/deep water boat slip

Bring your boat and enjoy all that the St. Johns River has to offer..... from fishing, boating, natural springs, and natural forests. Welaka is home to some of the best large-mouth bass fishing in the world. Condo has recently been remodeled and has a beachy vibe. Both bedrooms are Separate Suites for privacy. Both bedrooms have 50" TV's, the living room has 60" TVs. The sitting room has a 70" TV. Sonos speakers are through out the condo and Alexa is in both bedrooms. There is a large pool with plenty of room for relaxation that over looks the St. Johns River. The boat slip will accommodate up to a 25ft boat.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please keep the condo in clean condition, we treat this condo as our home away from home.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1227743vb
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 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

About the area

Welaka

Welaka is home to this condo. Ravine Gardens State Park and Palatka Municipal Golf Course 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 Dunns Creek State Park. Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium and Willard Hazen Ball Park are also worth visiting. With water tubing, rafting and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Welaka, FL

What's nearby

  • Welaka Town Hall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Dunns Creek State Park - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 51 min drive - 47.8 km
  • De Leon Springs State Park - 56 min drive - 74.3 km

Getting around

  • Palatka Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mema's Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Long’s Log Cabin Bar & Package Store - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shrimps R Us - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Winter Paradise on the St. Johns River w/deep water boat slip have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Winter Paradise on the St. Johns River w/deep water boat slip pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Winter Paradise on the St. Johns River w/deep water boat slip?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Winter Paradise on the St. Johns River w/deep water boat slip?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winter Paradise on the St. Johns River w/deep water boat slip?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Winter Paradise on the St. Johns River w/deep water boat slip located?

Situated in Welaka, this condo building 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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelia L.

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

River View with beautiful sunsets.

We loved it and will definitely stay there again..everything was very clean and well kept.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Great Place in Welaka

Great place to stay. Well equipped. Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were allowed last minute (as we had a brother dog death) to being our dog. We kept him crated and he did well! Great place to stay and very well equipped. Hosts are fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2026
Sorry to hear about your brothers Dog. They are like family and it’s heartbreaking when they pass Again sorry that everything was not 109 percent upon arrival Rest assured if you return it definitely will be perfect Gary & Traci
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Business trip / vacation

Very relaxing environment made working So enjoyable can’t wait to return to Welaka
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Thank you for the outstanding review much appreciated Gary & Traci
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bobby J.

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

River Trip

Great location if you enjoy the water and water activity.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Traci & Gary Sportsman's Lodge Condo

Very happy with our stay at this condo. Well kept and clean. Many amenities and great views of the St. John's river. Would stay here again.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2021
Thank you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Allan K.

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

Our stay

We enjoyed our stay. The nly thing i regret is there is no doctor close.
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Great place to stay in Welaka

Great property with great amenities. Very clean and well equipped. TV in every room and wonderful internet, music capabilities, laundry, etc. Would highly recommend. Very attentive owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

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

paradise

If you want a quiet town in warm Florida, Welaka is it. if you want the best accommodations, Sportsman Lodge is it. Gary and Tracy are part of this.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Vacation, wedding attendance.

Property was on a beautiful riverfront setting. Condo was tastefully decorated and had all amenities we needed and then some. Enjoyed the pool and grilling out. The pool and property grounds were well maintained. Great time visiting St. Augustine. Hosts met any needs immediately
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2024
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice condo, everything you need

Overall a nice trip. Very remote location. Condo was great! Pretty high tech for us seniors LOL
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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

Birthdays and Aniiversary Trip

The condo is beautiful with so many modern updates and a beautiful sunroom to enjoy the river, pool and dock area. Owners quick to respond to questions about technologies we were not familiar with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2024
Glad you enjoyed your trip
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

great site

The stay was great. The complex was quiet; however everyone we talked to was very friendly. The river view from our unit was wonderful. Nice to be able to get up everyday with that view. Our hosts, Gary and Traci were welcoming and quickly responded to our questions. The unit was well cared for and suited our needs. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beyond our expectations!

Host property owners very attentive to needs during our stay and the unit was modernized to the highest level! The electronics throughout the property put my minimal knowledge to the test but I enjoyed the challenge. "Thanks to Gary and Traci #
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Please keep us in mind for your next vacation getaway 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is tucked away against the river, with access to larger shipping areas a short drive away. The third floor view provides a beautiful vista all day long but especially at sunset. The owners are extremely helpful and responsive assisting with any issues that may occur during the stay. The condo has all modern appliances and fittings with TV's throughout the house for every occasion. I highly recommend this location to families for an extended stay or even a beautiful weekend away from the noise of the city.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing! So very clean and the updated technologies were great! The pool area was so wonderful. The people onsite were very friendly as well. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tazzie H.

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

Great place on the St Johns River

This Condo was beautiful. It has everything you need for your stay. The owners were very courteous and quick to respond to any questions we had. Has an assigned boat slip which was easy to get in and out of. Quick ride to renegades and the springs by boat, highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana B.

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

Peaceful and Comfortable

This property overlooks St. Johns River and is peaceful with the condo tenants being very nice and helpful. The property is beautiful and well maintained. The condo unit is spacious and has all amenities needed with a fully stocked kitchen (appliances, dishes, utensils and even some spices) We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

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

Beautiful River View!

Enjoyed our stay. Very nice condo, comfortable furniture and great entertainment systems. Very friendly community! Gary and Traci were available for any questions. Thank you!
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

river house

very nice very accurate discription
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

Outstanding opportunity to enjoy the St. Johns River

We had an great experience. This unit looks directly at the water and the views throughout the day are tremendous. We stayed there a few.months and felt like we were at home. Definitely would recommend this condo to anyone who wants to have an uninterrupted great time.
Stayed 88 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

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

Great getway!!

This place was beautiful and so comfortable. Kitchen well stocked with nice dishes and cookware. I would definitely rent again. Thank you!!!!
Stayed 18 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

todd s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place

Very nice outside area. tiki bar by the pool where you can sit with friends. Very nice place.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 March 2021
Thank you for the nice review. In response to the ceiling fan and light in main room if you had called or sent me a message I could have told you that the switch by master bedroom had to be turned to work. I am glad you enjoyed your time please keep us in mind if you return to welaka florida. Thanks Gary & Traci
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FRANK L.

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

Wonderful Fishcation

It was wonderful, almost felt guilty coming in from fishing into such a nice place. All the electronics were well ahead of our time but fun to enjoy ie sound system, lighting & music. Owners very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 December 2020
Hi Frank. Thank you very much for the wonderful review. Please keep us in mind if you wish to return next year when hopefully things won’t be as crazy. Thanks again Gary & Traci

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Hosted by Traci and Gary

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