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Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks

Crescent City vacation home with kitchen

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a lake with a dock and a grassy area.
A dining area with a glass table, chairs, and a view of a lake.
A covered patio with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a TV.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, modern appliances, and a view of a lake.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island, and stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61814 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Crescent City, FL
  • Place, Georgetown United Methodist Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, De Leon Springs State Park
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crescent City

On river.Your stay at this Crescent City vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake George and Hog Island. Also, Ocala National Forest is within half a mile (1 km) and Georgetown United Methodist Church is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Georgetown United Methodist Church - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • St. John the Baptist Catholic Church - 22 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • Dunns Creek State Park - 27 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • De Leon Springs State Park - 48 min drive - 39.0 miles
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 51 min drive - 29.5 miles

Getting around

  • Palatka Station - 39 min drive
  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Springs Pizza - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Long’s Log Cabin Bar & Package Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shrimps R Us - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Idle Awhile Resort - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Square Meal Restaurant - ‬41 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks

Waterfront fun, tropical landscapes, and sandy beaches are right around the corner when you book this Sunshine State retreat! Featuring an updated interior with multiple living spaces, a private boat dock, and a sitting dock, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath Crescent City vacation rental titled “What a View” is the ultimate riverfront getaway for all. While enjoyable all on its own, this home is also a short drive from the coast where you can relax oceanside and explore Fort Matanzas National Monument.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Multiple Living Spaces | River Views | Electric Boat Lift | Fish Cleaning Station | 1,814 Sq Ft

Spend your days on the water, grill up your fresh catch, and unwind with ease when you stay at the 'What A View River House'.

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed

WATERFRONT LIVING: Outdoor dining tables, sitting dock w/ porch swing, covered boat dock, patio, charcoal grill, backyard, front yard, Baitwell & Shiner Cast Net (available for guest use)
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, Keurig coffee maker, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags, blender, Crockpot, toaster, spices
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, flat-screen TV w/ DVD hookup (bedroom 1), gas fireplace, Florida room, river views, books
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer/dryer, central heating & air conditioning, ceiling fans, hair dryer, iron/board
FAQ: 3 steps required to access, single-story home, walk-in shower, no barrier between home and water's edge
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), trailer/boat parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

ON THE WATER: St Johns River (on-site), Bass World Lodge and Marina (0.5 miles), Renegades on the River Restaurant (2.5 miles), Downtown Crescent City (11.5 miles), Riverfront Park (24.0 miles), Silver Glen Springs Recreation Area (45.2 miles), Salt Springs Recreation Area (48.9 miles)
EXPLORE NATURE: Welaka State Forest (4.8 miles), Mud Springs Landing (6.0 miles), De León Springs State Park (32.7 miles), Blue Springs State Park (49.5 miles), Fort Matanzas National Monument (49.6 miles), Rockefeller Gardens (52.2 miles), Marineland Dolphin Adventure (53.2 miles)
BEACH DAY TRIPS: Flagler Beach (47.0 miles), St. Augustine Beach (51.5 miles), Daytona Beach (56.7 miles), Ocala (71.5 miles)
AIRPORT: Daytona Beach International Airport (56.1 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires 3 steps to access
- NOTE: There is no barrier between the home and the water’s edge. Child supervision is strongly recommended
- NOTE: Toiletries are not provided at the property. It is recommended that you supply your own

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fish cleaning table
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,814 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

468893

Frequently asked questions

How close is Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks to the airport?

This vacation home is 95.1 mi (107-min drive) away from the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks to downtown Crescent City?

This vacation home is 8.9 mi away from Crescent City.

Picturesque Retreat on St Johns River + Docks Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Would definitely stay here again! Cannot beat sitting out on the swing overlooking the water! Home is very clean and big enough for a large family. Very close to Welaka State Forrest - Mud Springs worth a visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Carmichael

Beautiful place

We loved it.. Very up to date, cozy, perfect for everything we wanted to do.. has plenty of power at the dock for your boat, awesome views, and great neighborhood.. we will go again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

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

St George

Great location for boaters. Close to springs and restaurants. Tons of blue crabs to catch and eat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Home on St John’s

Beautiful place Very relaxing
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

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

2025 fishing trip

The property is as good as it gets, perfect location!
Perfect vacation place, fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

sandra o.

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

relaxing weekend

Overall, our stay was great. There were a few glitches but all in all very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

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

What a View!

We stayed over Thanksgiving week. It was perfect for our needs, spacious, clean, well supplied, and the view was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Perfection!

Everything was great about our stay. It was a short weekend but the house was perfect. It was an excellent location, the house was clean, beds were comfy and it had everything you could possibly need or want. Not to mention the view was amazing! I will definitely be booking again but for a longer stay next time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

ERICA

Beautiful River House

This house is beautiful inside and out. The convenience of having the docks for our boat was a huge plus. Anyime we visit the river from now on we will stay here. The home and property is well equipped with all cooking and living necessities.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALYSHA H.

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

5 Star Stay

This was the best well-stocked short-term rental we have ever stayed in! Many times, even with notes about what is provided/not provided, you have to over-pack just to have the essentials - especially regarding the kitchen - but not at this property! The location and photos were just as you see online.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Victoria G.

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

NICE VIEW - POOR CLEAN

The view is amazing The kitchen and appliances are very good But the house needs a deep clean, remove a lot of old stuff from the kitchen, from the batrooms, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

misty

Great house and location

Beautiful house, great location, beds are nice. LOts of extra blankets, games for the kids, Bathrooms are very very nice. Parking is tight. The only issue we had was there was no power to dock for lights or to charge the boats, Tiffany tired to help us but we couldn't figure it out. It was ok we enjoyed the dock anyways. We did not use the stove top because I was scared of the crack in it. We would rent again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline H.

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

Property so nice we has to stay TWICE!

This was our second stay at this house and we will for sure be back AGAIN! The location and views are AMAZING! Wish we could share pics w/ the review b/c we have so many great pictures. Sunsets are amazing and fish were aplenty. This vacation was everything we didn't know we needed. We appreciated the slow down from the hustle & bustle and got some much needed R&R. The locals were all so friendly everywhere we went, and even the neighbors were super friendly. Great little fishing retreat with our boys (10 & 13).
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline H.

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

Don't Hesitate - Book TODAY!

If you are looking for a relaxing getaway, book NOW! This home has everything you could want and more! Convenient to the springs, boat rental, groceries, restaurants, etc. House was stocked with all you could need and MORE. Our family time spent on the dock was memories that will last a lifetime. The giant bait net was amazing and we "accidentally" caught a TON of crab in the trap. Our boys (8 & 12) had a BLAST! We visited the springs during the day and fished all night. House was immaculate, owners were friendly & responsive, and the private dock was incredible. We can't recommend this property enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tony D.

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

Relaxing, Beautiful views and cozy!

The house was great! The owners did a great job. It’s an updated prefab with a big addition well planned facing the river. The only issues were confirmation to check in went to our spam. We tried message evolve, they never answer to this day. We tried several times on our check in day and no answer. Evolve should have noticed there was no communication from property manager to us. Which a key code we can’t access. Luckily last minute we reached out to VRBO 1800 and they gave us property manager cell #. She replied immediately. Someone should of followed up since check in day had arrived. Other than a poor communication issue. The only thing that was not up to par were the beds especially the master. The mattress is springy soft and saggy. I would invest in mattresses and go with med at the least. Aside from that, the house is great. We enjoyed breakfast lunch and dinners peacefully watching the river and beautiful sunsets. The owners did a great job with the house. Its simple and cozy. We rented a pontoon and went to the springs one day. Great getaway with 4 teenagers. We went to Kennedy space center and St Agutine. We are grateful with the owners providing there place for us to enjoy. Evolve should do a better job of communicating though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larissa S.

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

Beautiful property

The property was beautiful and close to the venue where we were attending a wedding. Due to the hurricane there was no water pressure - however evolve was able to find us another property to shower at. Nothing beats waking up and looking at that water view in the morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Relaxing

Had such a nice time staying in this house and lovely hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverly E.

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

Choose this one!

This home has it all! It's clean, beautifully decorated, and had everything we needed for a wonderful stay. The kitchen is fully stoked with plenty of dishes, pots and pans, utensils, and small appliances in addition to the major appliances. The beds are very comfortable and the bathrooms are gorgeous! We spent a lot of time fishing and crabbing off the dock. There are 2 different boat rental places nearby as well as a few very good local restaurants. The property managers are very friendly and helpful. They answered all of our questions promptly. What a View definitely lives up to its name. The view is second to none. I would recommend this home to anyone looking for a riverfront getaway. It's a 10!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

World's Best Sunsets

This property is amazing. It is extremely comfortable! The owners have done a great job with the layout and furniture. Its as awesome as the pictures look! Our goal was to disconnect from our everyday lives and relax. Mission accomplished! This property is truly a slice of heaven. The dock is one of the most peaceful places to be. The sunsets are simply amazing. Wonderful place to enjoy the water of the St. John's River.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022