[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sportsman's Bluff sits high above a deepwater canal with the river minutes away! ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101337700/101337601/5e96398f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101337700/101337601/b8632634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101337700/101337601/3adf1e32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101337700/101337601/292c960d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101337700/101337601/feee815a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the serenity of Welaka at Sportsman's Bluff, a 3-bedroom retreat perched on a peaceful bluff. Unwind on the large back deck, enjoy modern amenities like WiFi and washer/dryer or spend your days fishing from your private floating dock. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sportsman's Bluff sits high above a deepwater canal with the river minutes away! Discover the beauty of Welaka from this 3-bedroom, 2 bath, home. Nestled atop a serene bluff, this welcoming property offers a fantastic retreat for guests. Sleeping accommodations include a king, queen, and full bed, along with a sleeper sofa. It also features modern amenities such as WiFi, washer/dryer, dishwasher, grill, fire pit, large back deck, and lots of parking. In addition, the house offers a private floating dock where you can tie up to a 28 ft boat after a beautiful day fishing or enjoying the water. Please note, access to the dock requires walking up and down approximately 36 stairs (see photo of bluff).  Whether you’re exploring the nearby attractions or simply relaxing on the bluff, we’re happy to assist you with any questions before or during your stay a Sportsman’s Bluff. ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102580000/102578300/102578242/ca1cf1d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ST. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Welaka is home to Sportsman's Bluff sits high above a deepwater canal with the river minutes away!. 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 Dunns Creek State Park and Welaka Spring. Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium and Willard Hazen Ball Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Welaka travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Welaka.dx3000431962) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.487629,-81.67322&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wd_sDrxnqN%3FQ%3FS%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBQBQ%40OBQBQBQBODQBODQDQBODOFODODQFMDQFOFMFQFMFOFMHMFOHMHMHMHMHMHMHMJKHMJKJKHKJKJKJKJILKJIJILIJKLGLIJGLILILELGLGLGLGNELELGNELENCLENCLENCNALCNCNCN%3FLCNAN%3FNANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%3FN%40NBN%3FLBNBNBL%40NBNDLBNDLBLDNDLFNDLDLFLFLFLFLDLHLHLFJHLFLJJHJHLHJJJHJJJJJJJJHJJJHLJJHLHLHLJLFLHLHLFNHLFLFNFLFPFLFNFPDLFPDNDNDNDNDPBPDNBPBNBPBPBPBN%40PBP%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%3FN%40R%3FP%3FPAP%3FN%3FRAPAPANAPARAPCNAPCPCPCNCPCPCNEPCNEPEPELEPENGNENGNGNGNGNGNGLGLINGLILINGLKLIJILILKJILKJIJKJKLKJKHKHKJMJKFKJMHMHKFMHMFMHMFMFMDMFMFMFODMDODMDMBODMDOBOBMBO%40ODM%40O%40O%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FO%3FOAOAOAMAOAOAOEMAOCOCMCOEMEOCMEOEMEMEOGMGMGMEMGMGMIMGKIMGMIKIMKKGKKMKKIKIKKKMIKKKKKIMKKIMIMIKIMIMIOIMGMIMGOGMGOGOGOGOEOGOEOEOGQEMCQEOEQCQEOCQCQCOCQAQCQCOAQASAQAOAQ%3FQAS%3FO%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DFs26xlOeyJEiU6vfkwxGWJrg9Q=) Welaka, FL ### What's nearby - Welaka Town Hall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Welaka Spring - 1 min drive - 1.1 km - Mud Spring - 11 min drive - 5.8 km - Dunns Creek State Park - 15 min drive - 12.8 km - Lake Broward - 16 min drive - 12.0 km ### Getting around - Palatka Station - 21 min drive - St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 58 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive - ‪Mema's Family Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Lexi’s Of Welaka - ‬14 min walk - ‪Long’s Log Cabin Bar & Package Store - ‬16 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sportsman's Bluff sits high above a deepwater canal with the river minutes away! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sportsman's Bluff sits high above a deepwater canal with the river minutes away!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sportsman's Bluff sits high above a deepwater canal with the river minutes away!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sportsman's Bluff sits high above a deepwater canal with the river minutes away! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon O. Jun 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Welaka Great place and location. ##### Shannon O. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crystal C. Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This place was very clean and beautiful place on the water. We enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to go back.The host was amazing she was awesome. She gave us a call the day before and made sure to answer any questions we had. ##### Crystal C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan C. Aug 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation Great accommodations, location, and communication. Will definitely visit again. ##### Ryan C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Quientin C. Jun 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Very pleased with our stay at Sportsman Bluff, very clean and conveniently located. ##### Quientin C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shahra A. May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing once more Birthday extravaganza on the St John’s River for our 25 year old! Loved it ##### Shahra A. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shahra A. May 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication, location #### Mommy and me celebration on the St John’s Amazing time celebrating our mommies this weekend on the St John’s River. Spacious, clean, convenient, and easy check-in/check-out! Even brought up the boat, 21ft tritoon, and docked easily at the place! Will be back!!! ##### Shahra A. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina L. Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Very nice and clean. Host very responsive and communicative in time leading up to rental and available if needed during stay. ##### Tina L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John D. Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway Very nice. Will definitely plan to reserve in the future. ##### John D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kade H. Apr 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place!!! We were very, very pleased with our stay. The place was very clean, had everything we needed and then some. I brought my boat, 27ft hybrid bay boat. Easily parked at the little dock. Water was shallow but manageable. We love Welaka and go often, but first time staying here; I will definitely be returning to this nice little Place. Beds were surprisingly comfortable, plenty of towels and wash cloths for our family of 4. A/C was cold, fridge was cold with filtered ice/water. I don’t have anything negative to say and we stayed roughly 6 days. Highly recommend for anyone traveling to the area, want water access and/or bring your boat. Also, double driveways with plenty room for 4-5 cars or 2-3 cars/trucks and a boat trailer. ##### Kade H. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Everette H. Jun 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Everette H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris T. May 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet stay on the water Very peaceful setting on a channel -great to sit outside on a quiet evening-watch the alligator make his tour in the morning and only 45 minutes to the beach ! ##### Chris T. 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