10/10 Excellent
Tara M.
20 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tara M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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Peaceful Waterfront Home on Large Open Canal, Dog Friendly!
Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61476 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
- Place, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
- Place, Three Sisters Springs
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Peaceful Waterfront Home on Large Open Canal, Dog Friendly!
Crystal River is the place to be if you love nature, fishing, scalloping, boating, manatees and a small town vibe. This quaint home is right on the water just off of King's Bay. You'll love the wildlife! See manatees as they swim around enjoying the big secluded canal right behind the house and dolphins churning up the water as they fish. Enter the water right from the steps in the backyard to kayak or for a refreshing swim. It’s truly a kayaker’s paradise! The protected area across the water makes for a peaceful and quiet stay. You can keep your shallow water boat at the small floating dock or use the various boat ramps close by to launch a bigger boat. The canal leads straight out to King's Bay and out to the Gulf for great fishing and scalloping. Fort Island Gulf beach and fishing pier is just 8 miles down the road as well. The house has a fully equipped kitchen, board games, kayaks, bicycles, comfy beds and fun, artsy decor.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Crystal River
Located in Crystal River, this holiday 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Crystal River, FL
What's nearby
- Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
- Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
- Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
- Three Sisters Springs - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
- Hunter Spring Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cody's Original Roadhouse - 5 min drive
- RaceTrac - 5 min drive
- Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
- Arby's - 6 min drive
- Tipsy Tarpon - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ashley B.
14 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ashley B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Samantha B.
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Samantha B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cherie F.
19 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cherie F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dawn H.
5 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for 3rd time
Dawn H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laurie H.
16 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful place with great access
Laurie H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
19 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay
Jennifer S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jody E.
24 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location!
Jody E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
6 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal River Waterfront Home
Michael S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angelyn C.
12 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Florida Nature Haven
Angelyn C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bonnel R., Azle tx
5 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and quaint.
Bonnel R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dawn H.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as Perfect!
Dawn H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle N.
1 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, awesome location, clean home
Michelle N.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan M.
18 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Canal House
Megan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Abby K.
13 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family spring break location
Abby K.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tammie D., North port, florida
26 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal River
Tammie D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary F.
18 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Mary F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
David & Kim W.
13 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home! Stunning location! Kayaking with Manatee a definite plus!
David & Kim W.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debi B.
20 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal River Scalloping
Debi B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda P., Florence, SC
16 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend Getaway
Linda P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
bob r.
3 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
house
bob r.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
janiese Z.
3 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house
janiese Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kirsten S.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Location for Nature!
Kirsten S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph J.
5 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful home
Joseph J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
2/10 Terrible
Barbara E.
8 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
The eves family
Barbara E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Hallie
I lived in Crystal River in that house for over 20 years. I adore that location and I know you'll love it too! I currently live in the Kissimmee/Orlando area with my boyfriend, our Golden Retriever Daisy, and our cow Lucy.
Why they chose this property
This house was originally built by my Grandparents and I spent many summers fishing, boating, crabbing, and swimming there as a kid. I moved to the house in 2000 and raised my 2 daughters there who also enjoyed the river life. It's a gem!
What makes this property unique
One of the coolest things about this home is that you have so much wildlife right out the back door! Manatees, dolphins, fish and water birds are some of the natural delights you'll encounter. It's protected across the water from the house so there are no buildings to distract from the peace and beauty as you sit on the back porch and relax after a day of boating or kayaking.
If you have a small, flat bottom boat you can keep it right on the dock and have it to use as you step right out the back door. Make sure you follow the tides closely however, because there are rocks back there at low tide. If you have a bigger boat there are public boat ramps within minutes from the house. Travel down the road, launch your boat and be out in the Gulf before you know it. Scallop season is big in Crystal River and you could be heading home with a bucket of fresh caught scallops to grill on the back porch.
Downtown Crystal River has some cute shops and delicious restaurants if you decide to take a break from the water or just want to grab a bite to eat before driving down to Fort Island Trail beach to watch the sunset.
If you have a small, flat bottom boat you can keep it right on the dock and have it to use as you step right out the back door. Make sure you follow the tides closely however, because there are rocks back there at low tide. If you have a bigger boat there are public boat ramps within minutes from the house. Travel down the road, launch your boat and be out in the Gulf before you know it. Scallop season is big in Crystal River and you could be heading home with a bucket of fresh caught scallops to grill on the back porch.
Downtown Crystal River has some cute shops and delicious restaurants if you decide to take a break from the water or just want to grab a bite to eat before driving down to Fort Island Trail beach to watch the sunset.
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