Quiet Canal Front Home with access to the Gulf

See all properties

Save

Entire home

Boat Dock - Recommend Up to 23 Foot Boat

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Crystal River, FL

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge10 min drive
Three Sisters Springs12 min drive
Crystal River Watersports Marina14 min drive
Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Kids Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Riverside Retreat!

Come experience the true beauty of Crystal River and all it has to offer!
Imagine your days kayaking, scalloping or fishing on Crystal River with direct access just minutes away from the Gulf of Mexico. Discover Deep Sea Fishing and swimming with Manatees or simply take just take some time out to soak in the sun at Fort Island beach or enjoy nature walks and bird watching at nearby preserves that are all just a few miles away.

Riverside Retreat is located is a peaceful neighborhood on a canal. Inside you will find that it is equipped with all of the amenities you will need to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. The kitchen has updated appliances, a coffee station and is fully stocked with new pots and pans, dinnerware, utensils and so much more. There spacious living/dining open concept is perfect for your family and entertaining guests. The master bedroom is spacious with its own private bath. The guest bedrooms are cozy and all rooms are equipped with a television to help unwind at the end of a busy day. Other additional activities like board games, puzzles, cards and corn hole boards are available for family and friends to enjoy. Also, don’t forget to bring your fishing rods to fish off the new floating dock!

There is a public boat ramp 1 mile from the house, so bring your boat! (recomended up to 23ft) The canal empties into Crystal River and is a short boat ride to the Gulf of Mexico where you can fish, go scalloping or simply choose to anchor your boat and relax at a nearby sandbar hangout. If you head south on the river, that will take you to Kings Bay, Three Sisters Springs, Hunter Springs, waterfront restaurants and bars. There are also several hiking trails, preserves and state parks within a few miles where you can enjoy nature and wildlife. In the cooler months, don’t forget to come swim with the Manatees!!

For your use and enjoyment there are:

- 2 Tandem Kayaks
- 2 Adult / 2 Children paddles
- 2 Adult / 2 Children life jackets

Kayaking from the house to the Springs is about a 30-45 minutes paddle, depending on your skill level.
Kayaking from Hunter Springs to Three Sisters is about 20 minutes depending on boat traffic.

Tides fluctuate in the canal, depending on your draft and you will need to watch the tides.

Once you come experience all that Crystal River has to offer, you will find that it will be one of your favorite destination places to visit!

Property manager

Ana Soracco

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Be mindful of noise levels between the hours of 11:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. and do not disturb, annoy or endanger surrounding neighbors.

Treat this property with the same care and consideration as your own and leave property in the same general condition that it was received.

Tenant and guests will be subject to eviction from the Property if terms of the Rental Agreement or Rules are violated; monies paid will be forfeited.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Crystal River

Located in Crystal River, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and A Crystal River Kayak Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Preserve State Park. With kayaking, snorkeling, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 7 min drive
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 10 min drive
Three Sisters Springs - 12 min drive
Crystal River Watersports Marina - 14 min drive
Crystal River Archaeological State Park - 18 min drive

Restaurants

Dunkin' - 10 min drive
Cody's Original Roadhouse - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Coney Island - 10 min drive
Seafood Seller & Cafe - 14 min drive

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

20 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect scalloping location

The house was very thoughtfully equipped with toiletries, a well supplied kitchen, and exceeded expectations in cleanliness & organization. We will definitely be back again

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Sara A.

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Check-in

Crystal River Vacation

Property was very clean and accessible. We had an issue with the tides in the canal and ended up having to row our boat back to the dock at one point. It was a good location other wise with access to the channel. We had a great time with family. Will be looking for other places next time with easier access for the boat.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!! Location!!

I would book again. If you bring boat be aware of tides and water depth in canal. Home was clean and as described in listing. The coffee was excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

23 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Kitchen was well equipped, comfortable beds, and well stocked with towels and other supplies. I was able to dock 22’ center console, just need to plan coming and going around the lowest part of the tide with a deeper draft boat.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023