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Boondockers Welcome Host
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Boondockers Welcome
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Melrose, FL
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Up to 30ft
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Pets Allowed
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4.93
Rating
Legendary Host
123
Reviews
Extended Stays
Up to 3 nights included in your membership.
Electric Hookups Available
15A available.
Generators Allowed
This Host allows you to use your generator.
About
No formal fee for water/elec but a donation is appreciated.
Rural north central Florida half way between Gainesville and Palatka, We live in a lakeside community . We have a 1 acre lakeside lot/home. The property is surrounded by a 4' chain link fence. There are 2 50x70 areas on either side of the driveway to park. Water and 15 amp electric are available on one side.
Your dog is welcome to have the run of the property. We now have 2 young Golden Doodles dogs.
WiFi is definitely available on the veranda overlooking the lake, at all times. The further you get from the house the weaker the signal. You are welcome to use the veranda at any time. If you want to use our WiFi do not hesitate to ask for the password.
Suggested Local Attractions:St. Augustine (50 miles, a must if you have not been there). Gainesville, University of Florida (20 miles). Cedar Key (75 miles). The Villages (75 miles). 2 paved bike trails in the area. Keystone Heights to Palatka (25 miles long) 5 miles away . Hawthorne to Gainesville & Paynes Prairie (20 miles long) 8 miles away. Ravine Gardens State Park, Palatka. Our lakeside veranda in the evening. Gorgeous sunsets with wine and Sandhill Cranes.
Hosted By Mabuhay__
Member since Nov 2018
HOST
Retired military/professional
Details:
The Mrs. and I live on a acre of land (fenced) in rural north central Florida lakeside. We are both retired. We recently purchased a 5th wheel after maybe a 12 year hiatus from camping. We have several friends who RV/camp and their stories seduced us back.
Home Town:
Melrose, Florida
Favorite Boondocking Locations:
We took a 2 month trip, last year, to northern Michigan. We used Boohdockers Welcome whenever possible. The Blue Ridge Parkway is also great.
Skills or Expertise to Share:
I am retired military, an engineer and Human Resources director. My wife is a retired Dental Assistant. I try to maintain everything I own. 2 cars, a truck, a cabin cruiser, a 5th wheel, a lawn tractor, various power equipment, our home and property. I am very busy. I thought I had retired. I have a tool garage with a lifetime accumulation of tools. I am more than happy to lend you tools or "turn to" with you.
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Suitability
Pets Allowed
Water Hookup Available
Electric Hookup Available: 15A
Generators Allowed
Wifi
Slideouts Allowed
Off Leash Area for Pets
Separate Tow Vehicle Parking
Hookup Notes
$5/night donation to help defray the cost of electric requested.
Availability
Same Day Requests
No
Accepts Requests Between
Sep 9, 2024 - Sep 28, 2024
Parking & Arrival
Access Road Conditions:
Paved.
Tow Vehicle Parking Details:
There is plenty of room on our fenced property to park your towed vehicle or the vehicle towing your trailer.
Max Rig Size:
Up to 30 ft
Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Surface:
Grass
Check-In:
Before 12:00 PM ET
House Rules
After hosting over 100 times and being guests, the caliber of Boondocker's Welcome folks we have encountered warrant little need for house rules. We are Christian, civilized, gentlefolk. We only ask you act accordingly while our guests. We will not charge a fee but please feel free to donate something to help defray the cost of your stay.
******A note about pets. We now have two new 11 month old Goldendoodles. They have gotten along with small dogs. Large dogs may take an introduction.
Finally, please complete your Profile and Bio to introduce yourselves and leave a review after your stay. We will gladly reciprocate. Here is the deal with reviews. It gives us bragging rights when we belly up to the Boondockers Welcome bar. Happy trails!
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