The Cottage:
The kitchen, which features solid hickory cabinets and nature stone countertops, opens into the living room. In addition, there is a dining table for four adjacent. The cozy living room enjoys the comfort and ambiance of a wood burning stove as well as a great view. On the open deck that is extended from one of the covered porches, sits the spa, fire pit, and a Jenn-Air stainless steel gas grill as well as a dining area for those nights you just don't want to come inside.
Lush eight feet high camellias surround you on two sides enclosing you in privacy. A fence and old growth azaleas envelop you on the other side. The river side is, of course, open except for the two large live oaks, in order to give you the best view of the river. The view is amazing! From the vantage point where the cottage sits you are privy to the most glorious sunsets imaginable.
Dockage and Recreation:
Across the river is the Ocala National Forest, the opening to the Ocklawaha River and the Carrabelle Management area, so you are looking at nature not development. And you may even catch a glimpse of our blue heron or pelican visitors who keep watch over our docks. We have nine wet boat slips and three covered slips with lifts (6,000 lbs). These are available to rent on a nightly, weekly, or monthly basis. Or you can put your boat in at the nearby ramp and store it nightly on our property. We are located in the quaint town of Welaka, known for its beauty and bass fishing. It is so much more than that. A golf cart friendly community, access to the restaurants, parks, neighborhood produce market and seafood market, and pubs are just a short cart ride away. You can rent one of our licensed carts for excursions around town.
Opportunities for recreation abound.
The Property:
In addition to cottages we offer twelve full hookup 20/30/50 amp RV sites with picnic table and fire ring.
Let us host your event. With the amenities provided we are an ideal location for family reunions, corporate retreats, and wedding parties.Catering to the casual and avid fisherman and their families, outdoor enthusiasts, or just those looking for a quiet respite in a beautiful setting, Welaka Lodge Resort will provide an upscale alternative to the area's existing accommodations. With the amenities to be provided it will also be an ideal location for family reunions, corporate retreats, and wedding parties.
