Canal-Front Home with Private Covered Boat Dock & Waterfront Screened Porch
4.9
Outstanding(15 Reviews)House in Astor, FL
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
Sunshine House
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Directly on a canal flowing from the St. Johns River, this amazing home offers a quiet waterfront getaway. Walk right out your back door and down the steps to access the private covered boat dock. Tie up your rig (there’s a public boat launch down the road), cast a line off the fishing deck, and keep an eye out for the small alligators that pop by occasionally.
Overlooking the water, a charming screened porch with ceiling fans offers a cool spot to unwind outdoors. Stretch out in a plush lounger or dine alfresco at the table for dinner with a view.
Beautifully updated, your hideaway features a spacious living area detailed with a smart TV and a DVD player, plus a well-equipped kitchen with a full suite of appliances. Rest easy in the well-appointed bedrooms - the primary suite wows with a spa-like bathroom, which boasts a double vanity, a soaking tub, and a separate shower.
The public boat launch is less than a mile away. Silver Glen Springs National Park is a 13.8-mile drive from your home and a quick boat ride away. A charming little town, Astor offers a great jumping-off point to Ocala (39 miles), Daytona Beach (38.5 miles), and Ormond Beach (31.4 miles).
House Rules
The third bedroom has a twin-over-twin bunk bed and TV in addition to a queen bed.
Streaming is available using your own account.
This Vacasa Guestworks vacation rental is operated and managed locally by an independent host.
Prior to your arrival, you will receive local host contact information, who will manage your guest reservation. Your local host will provide in-stay support, secure entry, and arrange pre- and post-stay housekeeping services.
If you need anything during your stay, the home’s independent local host is ready to help 24/7! Guestworks is a service offering of Vacasa that allows homeowners to smoothly and efficiently manage their own properties.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Dock details: Down the steps, there is access to the private covered boat dock. Tie up your rig (there’s a public boat launch down the road), cast a line off the fishing deck,
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
Directly on a canal flowing from the St. Johns River, this amazing home offers a quiet waterfront getaway. Walk right out your back door and down the steps to access the private covered boat dock. Tie up your rig (there’s a public boat launch down the road), cast a line off the fishing deck, and keep an eye out for the small alligators that pop by occasionally.
Overlooking the water, a charming screened porch with ceiling fans offers a cool spot to unwind outdoors. Stretch out in a plush lounger or dine alfresco at the table for dinner with a view.
Beautifully updated, your hideaway features a spacious living area detailed with a smart TV and a DVD player, plus a well-equipped kitchen with a full suite of appliances. Rest easy in the well-appointed bedrooms - the primary suite wows with a spa-like bathroom, which boasts a double vanity, a soaking tub, and a separate shower.
The public boat launch is less than a mile away. Silver Glen Springs National Park is a 13.8-mile drive from your home and a quick boat ride away. A charming little town, Astor offers a great jumping-off point to Ocala (39 miles), Daytona Beach (38.5 miles), and Ormond Beach (31.4 miles).
House Rules
The third bedroom has a twin-over-twin bunk bed and TV in addition to a queen bed.
Streaming is available using your own account.
This Vacasa Guestworks vacation rental is operated and managed locally by an independent host.
Prior to your arrival, you will receive local host contact information, who will manage your guest reservation. Your local host will provide in-stay support, secure entry, and arrange pre- and post-stay housekeeping services.
If you need anything during your stay, the home’s independent local host is ready to help 24/7! Guestworks is a service offering of Vacasa that allows homeowners to smoothly and efficiently manage their own properties.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Dock details: Down the steps, there is access to the private covered boat dock. Tie up your rig (there’s a public boat launch down the road), cast a line off the fishing deck,
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Astor, FL
Reviews
4.9
Outstanding(15 Reviews)4.9
The property inside was fine. The outside had no water access for cleaning fish on the dock or cleaning things up. No Chairs are available. The parking is horrible , no room for boat trailer 2 vehicles. Treats by owner to tow you if you park on grass.
I called the owner to get a hose to use outside, she advised her property maintenance people were not available and she was in Georgia. Poor support for me after spending 2k . Will not go back to this place.....
4.9
We stayed at The Sunshine House from Saturday til the Sunday of the following week. This is the 2nd year we have rented this house & every time we have a blast. The house is extremely clean, furniture & beds are comfortable, kitchen had everything we needed & the owner's are super friendly. We will definitely be coming back next year!!
4.9
Beautiful decor, quiet neighborhood, just peace and quiet. 10/10
4.9
We had a great time and the house was very comfortable. The house has a nice setup - perfect for what we needed. The canal is very peaceful. Lots of stars at night. The owner responded to us right away.
4.9
Beautiful home in a great location, very peaceful on the creek.
4.9
Nice, clean, house in a good location. I stayed in this house with friends on a fishing trip. We had a great time and the house was very comfortable and accommodating.
4.9
Great place to stay!
4.9
It was just what the ad says, and very spacious. Fishing and boating was excellent. All the necessities and very well designed.
4.9
We had a great time exploring the area. The house has a nice setup - perfect for what we needed. The canal is very peaceful. Lots of stars at night (we don't get that in the city). The owner responded to us right away.
Apparently, the cleaning person left before the job was done because the prior renters were pretty bad, there was too much to clean, and it was 4pm (check in time). We did not arive until 8pm but they were afraid to run into us. Even if we did arive at 4pm, we would have preferred to come in later to a cleaner house. Also, basics like coffee, sugar, cooking oil, and extra trash bags (other than one (1) already in the trash bin) were not available - not required, of course, but mostly expected in short-term rentals.
I could do without the bombardment of emails from Vacasa, some with inaccurate or conflicting info.
4.9
The location was perfect, just a quick boat ride away from Silver Glen Spring. The house itself was clean and cozy, providing a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Five stars all the way!
4.9
Nice home on river access canal. The neighbors were nice and friendly. The area was peaceful and quite. Will definitely return in the future.
4.9
Property was precisely as advertised. Everything was clean and worked as it should. Absolutely zero complaints. This was our first experience with VRBO and we were very happy with this house.
4.9
House was as advertised. Spacious and clean. Close to everything fun to do in the forest! Had 8 people at 1 point and were not crowded at all. Would love to stay there again on my next trip.
4.9
very quite, plenty of room for 2 boats to dock up on each other, easy to get to from st johns. very comfortable place to stay, well equipped.
4.9
Awesome rental. The location was perfect for us both on the land and water side. House was nice, neat, clean, open floor plan with a beach vibe. Property manager answers questions immediately after I text her.
Even though we had a lot of rain that weekend the Sunshine houses covered back porch was a relaxing place to sit and enjoy the rain! Priced great and we will definitely stay there again! Highly recommend!!!!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Astor?
The average price for a rental in Astor is $367 per night. This rental is $12 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Canal-Front Home with Private Covered Boat Dock & Waterfront Screened Porch. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Canal-Front Home with Private Covered Boat Dock & Waterfront Screened Porch pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Canal-Front Home with Private Covered Boat Dock & Waterfront Screened Porch?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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