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Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included

Casa de vacaciones a orillas del agua con cocina y patio

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Exterior
Terraza o patio
Área de sala de estar
Terraza o patio
Áreas de la propiedad

Opiniones

9.8 de 10,
Excepcional
2 habitaciones1 baño4 personas83.6 metros cuadrados

Servicios principales

  • Estacionamiento disponible
  • Secadora
  • Lavadora
  • Asador
  • Aire acondicionado
  • Cocina

Explora la zona

Ver en el mapa
Homosassa, FL
  • Place, Parque estatal de fauna salvaje de Homosassa Springs
    ‪1 min a pie‬
  • Place, 7 Sisters Springs
  • Place, Manantiales Three Sisters
    ‪13 min en auto‬

Habitaciones y camas

2 habitaciones (para 4 personas)

Habitación 1

1 cama Queen

Habitación 2

1 cama matrimonial y 1 litera individual

1 baño

Baño 1

Ambientes

Deck o patio
Cobertizo o lanai
Cocina
Área de juegos al aire libre
Jardín
Área de comedor

Información de la propiedad

Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included

One of a kind rental, because it is on a canal off the headsprings of the Homosassa River. Swim with the manatees very near the house in the winter months. They gather in the clear waters just 300 yards away, a short kayak paddle, and kayaks included. The water is always 72 degrees so don't let the cold air scare you off, it is quite pleasant. You are also allowed a 10% discount at Bird's Underwater Dive Center who manages the house. You can take a tour with them on the Crystal River with your discount or they will loan you masks and snorkels if you would rather go it alone from the house. This clean, popular house has been a rental unit for 11 years and many people return very good reviews. The Homosassa Springs State Park is across the street and over a short footbridge. There are two docks, you can fish, or sit and enjoy a fire on the LP gas burning fire pit. This is the Only vacation rental unit in Homosassa within 300 yards of the clear freshwater springs. Two-night minimum stay. Screened-in back porch overlooking the canal. Spacious backyard with banana, grapefruit, and fig trees. Canal has direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Lots of unique waterfront restaurants that specialize in fresh seafood in this little old Florida town.

Paddle to the clear freshwaters of Homosassa River outside of the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, see their website. Manatees gather 300 yards from the house to winter in 72-degree water. You may swim with manatees. House owned by Bird's Underwater Dive Center, see the website, who will rent you necessary snorkel gear and explain rules of engagement with manatees.

Great swimming in summer. Great fishing. Walk to state park two blocks away to view manatees and other indigenous animals.

Keywords: Waterfront House

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Servicios

Cocina
Lavadora
Secadora
A/A
Área exterior
Vista al agua

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Reglas de la propiedad

Hora de inicio del check-in: 15:00
Edad mínima para rentar: 18
Hora límite del check-out: 12:00
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Niños

Se permiten niños: edad mínima de 0 a 17 años
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Eventos

No se permiten eventos
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Mascotas

No se aceptan mascotas
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Fumar

No se permite fumar
Please see the attached PDF for house rules, sign and return to ----@--------.---

Información importante

Información importante

Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad
Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos
El anfitrión no indicó si hay detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad, por lo que se recomienda llevar uno portátil
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad

Avisos importantes

Se necesita un auto para acceder a este hospedaje.

Información de la zona

Homosassa

Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra a orillas del agua de Homosassa. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park y Parque estatal arqueológico Crystal River son lugares emblemáticos locales, y la belleza natural del área puede apreciarse en Manantiales Three Sisters y Parque estatal de fauna salvaje de Homosassa Springs. Acércate a la fauna de la zona con actividades como paseos a pie por la naturaleza y avistamiento de aves.
Sección del mapa
Homosassa, FL

Qué hay cerca

  • Parque estatal de fauna salvaje de Homosassa Springs - A 1 min a pie - 0.0 km
  • Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - A 4 min en auto - 2.7 km
  • Citrus County Dog Park - A 5 min en auto - 3.7 km
  • Manantiales Three Sisters - A 13 min en auto - 13.7 km
  • Refugio nacional de vida silvestre de Crystal River - A 14 min en auto - 14.0 km

Medios de transporte

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-A. Internacional de Tampa) - 69 min en auto

Restaurantes

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬A 3 min en auto
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬A 3 min en auto
  • ‪Crumps Landing - ‬A 7 min en auto
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬A 4 min en auto
  • ‪Manatee Pub - ‬A 17 min a pie

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included acepta mascotas?

No, la propiedad no acepta mascotas.

¿A qué hora es el check-in en Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included?

Hora de inicio de check-in: 15:00.

¿A qué hora es el check-out en Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included?

El check-out es a las 12:00.

¿Dónde se encuentra Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included?

Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra a orillas del agua, a 3 km de Parque estatal de fauna salvaje de Homosassa Springs, Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum y Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park. Citrus County Dog Park se encuentra a 3.2 km (2 mi).

Opiniones

9.8

Excepcional

9.6/10

Limpieza

9.0/10

Servicios

10/10

Condiciones de la propiedad

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Comunicación

9.8/10

Ubicación

9.8/10

Veracidad del anuncio
Puntuación de 10, es decir, Excelente. Basada en 139 de 157 opiniones
Puntuación de 8, es decir, Bueno. Basada en 15 de 157 opiniones
Puntuación de 6, es decir, Aceptable. Basada en 3 de 157 opiniones
Puntuación de 4, es decir, Malo. Basada en 0 de 157 opiniones
Puntuación de 2, es decir, Terrible. Basada en 0 de 157 opiniones

Opiniones

10/10 Excelente

Tania D.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
They have kayaks available to use and 2 docka on the property. Older kids will love it
Se hospedó 2 noches en septiembre de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Christine C.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
We had a great time. Was in a good location and the home and surrounding area was very nice. Had a nice elderly neighbor guy to talk to. Kayaking was fun and wven saw a manatee. Will hopefully be back!
Se hospedó 2 noches en agosto de 2025

6/10 Aceptable

Greg M.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, veracidad del anuncio
No le gustó: Comunicación y ubicación
Adequate! Internet did not work so I followed directions and sent a text with no reply. Shower drain very slow so had to stand in a dirty puddle to bathe. Neighbor warned us against thefts in the area.
Se hospedó 2 noches en julio de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Doug S.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

An Unbelievable Spot

I am honestly surprised this place was available. The description seemed too good to be true. This is a super unique and amazing place to stay. Being able to kayak down to the Springs and get there early in the morning before crowds is worth it alone. But the house is great, there is a nice little dock with a fire pit (gas) and you see mullet jumping in the river constantly. It is about a 5 minute walk to the wildlife park. This is not Disneyworld. it’s 1000 times better. I am reviewing photos to share and realize all the ones of the dock itself have family members in them. I don’t want to share those, but trust me, it is beautiful. We would definitely go again.
Se hospedó 3 noches en abril de 2025

8/10 Buena

Tracy R.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Just as advertised

Nice quaint home on the channel. Kayaks were a great addition and the river was awesome ! Manatee State park literally just down the road.
Se hospedó 2 noches en marzo de 2025

8/10 Buena

Lanae M.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Convenient location

Nice place and conveniently located. We enjoyed the kayaks provided. Only suggestion would be that a few window blinds needed replacement.
Se hospedó 2 noches en abril de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Rich K.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great, relaxing week

Se hospedó 7 noches en marzo de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Heather J.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Just what we needed

We loved staying in this home on the canal. It was clean and well appointed. The access to the canal couldn’t be sweeter! We look forward to going back.
Se hospedó 4 noches en marzo de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Ariana B.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great time with manatees!

This place rocked! It was clean, comfy, and the backyard space is great for relaxing by the water.
Se hospedó 2 noches en marzo de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Ashley P.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great Stay!

We really enjoyed our stay! The location was great for visiting places in Weeki Wachee, Crystal River, and Homosassa. Very close to a Publix and almost next to the state park. A highlight was definitely using the kayaks and seeing the manatees! We did have an issue with the AC not working. However, the owner was extremely responsive and got us set up with a portable AC unit asap and credited us for the trouble.
Se hospedó 3 noches en marzo de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Becky R.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great Location

Super fun stay! Having the kayaks available was key. We brought our snorkles and wetsuits and used the kayaks to paddle down to the park and happily observed the manatees. Small cottage but had evertrhing we needes.
Se hospedó 5 noches en marzo de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Kristy S.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

4th visit

This was our 4th visit to this property and we hope to stay again next year. We love the location and the owner is kind and responsive. Highly recommend.
Se hospedó 4 noches en enero de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Mike H.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Fishbowl

We are always impressed with our stay at FISHBOWL. The cottage is small, but large enough to accommodate our needs. It's easy to find, we like being able to put in the kayaks in the back yard and paddle to the manatees.
Se hospedó 2 noches en febrero de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Lynn D.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great location!

Fishbowl House is in a great location right on the canal! Kayaks, paddles and life jackets provided. We were there at the right season to see Manatees. Towed the kayak to the springs two mornings and were surrounded by manatees the first day and a few graced our space this morning. Well appointed house very comfortable and the outdoor space added to the overall ambiance. Could have stayed longer! Enjoy this place if you can!!!
Se hospedó 2 noches en febrero de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Deborah M.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Manatee dreams come trye

The house was very comfortable for the two of us. Host very communicative regarding nearby attractions, restaurants, anything. We did the manatee snorkel adventure with Birds as recommended by owner and we were not disappointed.New comfortable mattress. It was a bit chilly so did not spend as much time outside, but house was right on a canal and saw herons and pelicans and other birds.Would stay again.
Se hospedó 5 noches en enero de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Tracy C.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Comfortable Stay with the Manatees!

We were the first booking in after the repairs to the property that fixed the damage sustained by recent hurricanes. The house was fully repaired and in great shape - much of the furniture and appliances are new. Karl and Bill were fantastic hosts - quick to respond to any inquiries and very helpful. They went above and beyond to make our stay fantastic!The manatees were gathering for the winter cold weather in the warm springs, an easy 5 minute paddle from the house. It was awesome to be able to observe the manatees whenever we wanted. We saw dozens of manatees daily, including mamas with young calves - they are so curious and cute!
Se hospedó 6 noches en diciembre de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Jeffrey B.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Manatees

Unfortunately the house was not available during our stay due to hurricane damage. However the property owners were great. They promptly refunded our money and put us up in another location. We did get to tour this property and it looks like it will be a perfect place to stay in the future. The owners also let us use their kayaks. We were able to reach the springs in a couple of minutes and had a great experience kayaking the a ton of manatees. Can’t wait to stay at this property in the future!
Se hospedó 2 noches en diciembre de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Karen H.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great place

Nice view off the back. Kayaks worked out perfectly to go to friends house down the canal. My only word of advice, if you’re a light sleeper bring ear plus as people were flying down the road and it was loud.
Se hospedó 2 noches en agosto de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Dennis M.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Fishing

House was great. Fishing will captain Parker Springstead was awesome.
Se hospedó 2 noches en agosto de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Oréo C.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great

Perfect
Se hospedó 2 noches en julio de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Angela

Le gustó: Limpieza, servicios, condiciones de la propiedad y comunicación
The kayaks, the manatees the area was so wonder!!
Se hospedó 2 noches en junio de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Desiree F.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Manatees were out our back door!

This vacation home is perfect. We had a great time using the kayaks. Manatees were literally right off the dock! We paddled out to the springs and to monkey island. I definitely recommend both. The house itself its very clean and has everything you can think of. We would rent this unit again!
Se hospedó 2 noches en junio de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Amelia R.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Manatees galore!

We had the best time here kayaking down the springs, going to the state park and watching the manatees, and seeing all the animals they have to offer! The house is literally at the wildlife state park. The waterway we took out of from the house is the same one you see from the overlooks at the park. It was the best quick getaway we’ve had in a long time and we’ll definitely be back!
Se hospedó 2 noches en mayo de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Edward S.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Cozy house

Definitely a beautiful location. Right on the water. Manatees in the back yard. Easy drive to many local restaurants and attractions
Se hospedó 3 noches en abril de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Mary B.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Visiting the Manatee

My daughter and I had a fabulous stay. The property was very well located for kayaking and touring.
Se hospedó 3 noches en abril de 2024

Acerca del anfitrión

Anfitrión: Karl Oestreich

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Bill and Diane Oestreich own Bird's Underwater Dive Center in Crystal River. Originally from Elkhart and LaPorte Indiana, met in high school. After 11 years on the road as musicians, we settled into the Crystal River, had one son, adopted 4 more boys over the years, who are now moving on. Still active in scuba diving, Bill "Bird" teaches cave, re-breather, and other technical diving. We also have two other rental houses listed on VRBO as 12055 and 1019739

Por qué eligió esta propiedad

When you rent one of our houses you also get 10% off a Manatee Tour with Bird's Underwater and 10% off a Scalloping Tour (July - Sept) as well as use of the kayaks at Bird's Underwater which is located on King's Bay.
For groups larger than 5 persons see our VRBO listing #12055 located on the Hall's River in Homosassa, FL.
Our newest addition is a small blockhouse on 5 acres of land in Branford Florida, not far from Gainesville, Ginnie Springs, Poe Springs, and Ichnetucknee Springs parks. Great places to dive, snorkel, fish, kayak and other water-related sports. Listing number 1019739

Qué distingue a esta propiedad

Short walk to the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Wildlife State Park.
Kayaks included.
Waterfront has access to the Gulf of Mexico, very popular during scallop season July 1 - Sept. 24th. Disadvantage: If you have a fly bridge or hardtop on your boat you cannot get under the Fishbowl Drive bridge.
See manatees near the house in the wild in the cold winter months.
Fishing
bike rentals in Crystal River
Great waterfront restaurants in Homosassa, easy to Google.

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