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1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food

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A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a window with blinds.
A compact bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and an air conditioning unit.
An outdoor deck with wooden flooring, yellow chairs, a blue umbrella, and a barbecue grill.
A small, single-story building with a green carpet leading to the entrance, a bicycle parked outside, and a sign indicating a laundry service.
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Your gateway to the great outdoors
    Guests love the location for its easy national park access.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crystal River Preserve State Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, A Crystal River Kayak Company
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food

Updated guest house close to water, boat ramps, golf, fishing (access to Gulf of Mexico/scalloping) manatee sanctuary, Three Sisters Springs, restaurants, gulf beach. Parking for trailers/boats, access to water/Kings Bay, bring kayaks/SUPs, use our bikes, quiet waterfront neighborhood for walking/biking. Short distance to Plantation Inn for golf, fishing trips, scuba, kayak/boat rentals/tours. This is ONE of TWO UNITS on property.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Children allowed within the maximum # of guests
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1668979vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Crystal River

Located in Crystal River, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Sisters Springs and Fort Island Gulf Beach. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A Crystal River Kayak Company - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guest house near water, golf, fishing?

As of 15 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guest house near water, golf, fishing on 18 Aug 2026 start from £230, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Crystal River Preserve State Park and Plantation Inn and Golf Resort. A Crystal River Kayak Company and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 101 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was amazing and exactly as advertised-nothing more, nothing less. Extremely comfortable mattress, relaxing living area, spacious deck and grilling/sitting area, great A/C above the bed, lots of amenities provided. The hosts are friendly, helpful, and respectful of your privacy. The space looked and smelled clean and was a great stay. Great location, near a lot of activities. Amazing food nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2026
Thank you for the wonderfully kind review and also for being a stellar guest!! Hope to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean place conveniently located to many restaurants and shops. Owners were great. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was plenty of cute shop's and restaurant's to enjoy on the water with great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The little cabin was a great place to stay. We have friends in area and only was able to stay 3 nights. Enjoyed our time there. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a 2 night stay, and were 100% pleased with our accommodations. The process from booking though checkout went smoothly. The place was extremely clean and had thoughtful items and organizational areas for our things while traveling. We would definitely book again is returning to the area for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott & Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cottage for our visit. Very comfortable and welcoming. Hosts were great, very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage. Fantastic place to stay. Very clean - great to have the washer/dryer. Easy to find and close to it all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shar s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place. A very cute little cottage in a quit area. The host was easy to get a hold of and when I left a message she got back to me right away. The bikes are a plus, we basically used these instead of driving our car. Also cottage is close to many things.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

H Loso and S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent time! Great location in a quiet neighborhood with plenty to do in the surrounding areas. Quaint, private, clean property with friendly hosts who are quick to respond and assist if needed. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
This cottage was so clean and comfortable. It was stocked with almost everything you could need during a trip. It really made it feel like a home away from home. The grill and laundry machine on site were extremely helpful. My husband is already talking about booking this VRBO again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

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

Great stay in Crystal River

Great stay, relaxing, and convenient location!
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved little quiet spot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TAMARA K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This guest house was very clean and much attention paid to details like quality bed linens, towels, and a comfortable mattress! it was very close to Crystal River attractions! It was so quiet and I felt very safe there. I should have booked a longer stay!Also, I was so happy to be able to do some laundry!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely enjoyed our stay here! The cottage was adorable and immaculate! We definitely would return for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was clean, pretty, well-decorated, and had just about everything one would need for a stay. They even had sunburn gel…which I ended up needing. LOL. The owners kept good communication with us, and were quick to reply to any questions I had. Loved it! Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy and ecceptionally clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

Great place.

Wendy did an amazing job of communicating well in advance. The place was clean and secluded. We had a great stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

Loved our stay!

Such a cozy place to stay. Clean! It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Will definitely be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance P.

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

Plese stay at this property

This is a beautiful place to visit in Crystal River, Florida.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Great stay

Very clean and comfortable cabin. Very close access for launching kayak to paddle to 3 Sisters Springs up the Crystal River.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Short stay in area

Great stay. Bed comfy and home very clean. Thank you! Had a great time!We didn't go into the national park but biked all over area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

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

Great 😊

We enjoyed our visit in Crystal River. Great accomodations and hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Ckean and cozy

Cheaper then a hotel just way better. Clean, comfortable and affordable...
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jim & Wendy Busk

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We grew up and married in the Midwest, but Crystal River has been our home for the last 36 years. We often travel but there is no place like home! We live on the water and spend much of our free time on the Crystal River and Gulf of Mexico visiting Shell Island or the sailboats moored in Kings Bay, taking sunset cruises, fishing or scalloping with family and friends. We are proud of our little community which offers so much natural beauty and hospitality and love hosting guests from all over the world. Hope to meet you soon!

Why they chose this property

This property is a block away from our deeded access to a short canal that takes you right to the middle of Kings Bay. Our two rentals (main house/guest house) provide enough privacy from each other (new two-section fence partition recently constructed to give privacy), are surrounded by the tallest of trees of all kinds, birds galore and lots of shade. No houses behind, to the right or across the street and to the left is partitioned by more trees. - In other words, serene & private. We are close to the beach, downtown and all the amenities Crystal River has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Close in, yet secluded.

Languages:

English

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