Family-friendly holiday rentals in St Johns River

Lakefront cottage and dock★Free bikes & paddleboat

Bring your fishing gear or small boat to enjoy a fun getaway at the Captain's Cottage with a dock on Lake Stella. Key-less entry allows for self check-in and welcomes you to this comfortable clean 962 sq. ft. space with two queen size beds, one bathroom, full kitchen, florida room, and a fenced-in backyard. A paddle boat is provided. Three kayaks and 2 bicycles are also available! Or you can bring your boat and go fishing! Enjoy swimming, lovely sunsets and strolls around the beautiful lake.

Private oasis, heated pool, exceeds expectations

Private retreat on 2 acres of gated land, just 20 minutes to historic downtown St. Augustine and 25 minutes to the beach. This fenced property offers a perfect blend of relaxation, fun, and comfort. Enjoy your private pool, or let the kids enjoy their own space in the pool house, featuring TV, games, and a cozy hangout area. Start your day with fresh eggs from our happy hens- an experience that feels both farm-fresh and uniquely memorable. This home is designed to make your stay unforgettable.

The Rustic Bear Cabin, Springs, 1.16 acre, firepit

The Rustic Bear Cabin is located in Crystal River on 1.16 acre, surrounded by woods & close to the Springs. Very cozy and relaxing. Drink your coffee on the porch, listen to the birds, hang out in the hammock or by the firepit, spy on deers, play with our rustic barrel arcade game, some pingpong, cornhole or dartboard. Take a drive to: - Three sister spring (closed until 11/23) - Hunter’s spring - Rainbow Spring - Weeki Wachi Spring - The Devil Den - The beach (30min) - Boat ramp (4min away)

JoMo Retreat on the Withlacoochee River!

JoMo property, a gem by the Withlacoochee River's side, where nature's beauty and tranquility coincide. A guest house just a stroll away from the canal's embrace, leading to the river, a serene and peaceful space. Canoes, paddle boards, and kayaks await, to explore the river, a water lover's favorite. World Equestrian Center and Rainbow Springs are a mere twenty minutes away. JoMo offers a nature-filled stay. Escape the hustle, in nature's embrace, at JoMo property, find your tranquil space.

Rustic Retreat in the heart of Lake Helen

This charming rustic home has a lot to offer. It has many nooks where your family can unite and create moments for their memory buckets. Florida room allows you to observe nature and is a perfect spot for your coffee. The house has one master bedroom (king size bed) with attached full bathroom. It has a second bedroom with two built-in beds (twin and full size). There is a separate shower room and a separate restroom. Upstairs it has a 3rd bedroom with 2 built in twin beds and a 1/2 bathroom.

Charming Lakefront Log Home

Welcome to your perfect lake retreat! Located on a no public access lake. This charming log home has a private dock and boat ramp suitable for launching your boat for fishing or skiing. There are kayaks on premises for use. This is an ideal location to enjoy North Florida’s lake life with family, friends, or work retreat. Includes a fully stocked kitchen, covered porch, fire pit, gas grill, and WiFi if you feel the need to plug in. NOT suitable for parties or events. NO loud noise, please.

Ozello Keys Cottage on Crystal Bay

2/1 Ozello coastal cottage on stilts surrounded by nature, tranquility, and endless views of the water and estuary. Nature lovers paradise. World renowned fishing and scalloping. Regular dolphin and manatee sightings. Relax with the whole family on the large screened back porch providing gorgeous views of the Nature Coast and stunning sunrises over the salt marsh. The open floor plan opens up to a large screened porch with a dining and lounging space with private and expansive water views.

Fishing Capital on the St John’s River

LONG TERM VISITS WELCOME....RELAX on the St.Johns River Bass Capital of the World! Take a boat ride to the Springs! Fishing, Shrimping, Kayaking, or swimming. Amenities: Stainless Steel Grill, Fire Pit, porch swing, boat Dock, deck w/2 picnic tables. KAYAK’S offered: for 3 Persons . Full kitchen & cooking, expresso machine Bathrooms w/walk in shower Owner Suite has Spa Soaking tub for 2. Pets allowed: rules are sent after your booking. Pet fee is $75 per pet for the visit NOT per night.

Mira Bella South

Tiny Home with full kitchen on a peaceful 13 acres in a small town. Owner lives on site, but the tiny home is away from the main house so it is private. Ideal for 2 guests, but there is a pull-out sofa which could be comfortable for one more adult or a couple kids. Room for more than one car or a trailer. (Not suitable for 4-legged travelers due to free ranging ducks, peacocks and close proximity to horses and miniature donkeys) (If your dates are unavailable, search Mira Bella North)

HORSE FARM Retreat, Newer Built Private Guesthouse

Escape to our private guesthouse located in our peaceful but lively 7-acre farm with our family of horses, ponies, Guinea hens, ducks, roosters, chickens, bunnies, cats, & very lovable dogs. Enjoy grabbing fresh eggs, giving animals treats, puppies belly rubs, grilling, making s’mores at the fire pit, and enjoying the farm life! PLEASE read entire listing if little ones will be joining :-) NOTE: Our horses are not available for riding (see our guidebook for great alternate options)

Ruby Oaks Farm w/ Beach Near St. JohnsRiver

Farm life at its best! Located right next to our tree farm, bass stocked pond with dock on property, decor is Palm trees, Exotic Zebra farm life. There is a Chicken coop to feed chickens and gather eggs (if they are laying). Pasture with miniature Mediterranean donkey, ( Pablo) Zebra. (Ruby ) 1 miniature pygmi goats (Oreo), pig, (Georgia ) and a lamb (Grady ). I am a phone call away! 6 min drive physically. We also have a beautiful venue you can rent for a weddings or an an event.

Private Barn Studio at Pura Vida Florida Farm

Enjoy a bit of paradise at Pura Vida Florida Farm — an ACTIVE working farm — in Vero Beach, FL. Offering an amazing place to relax, unwind and connect with nature. Walking around the farm, you can meet our beloved animals like “Sweetheart”, the donkey and share some time with the horses, Daisy, Sundance and Splash (and more!) — who are our guests, too. This beautiful space is located on the second floor of our barn with private access. See photos for Horse Riding session info!