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Quiet Canal Front Home With Access To The Gulf
Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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9.6 out of 10
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
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Crystal River, FL
- Place, Fort Island Trail Park1 min drive
- Place, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge9 min drive
- Place, Three Sisters Springs9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Guest room 2
1 Queen Bed
Guest Room 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Bed
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
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Quiet Canal Front Home With Access To The Gulf
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 a fully renovated space 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 is a place you can go to 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!
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 a fully renovated space 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 is a place you can go to 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!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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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 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets not allowed on couch or beds without covering
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
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 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 holiday home is on the waterfront. Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Preserve State Park. With kayaking, snorkelling and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Crystal River, FL
What's nearby
- Fort Island Trail Park - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
- Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
- Three Sisters Springs - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
- Fort Island Gulf Beach - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
- World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 59 min drive - 74.8 km
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- Bayside Kraft Kitchen - 11 min drive
- Subway - 10 min drive
- Denny's - 14 min drive
- Taco Bell - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Ana Soracco
Languages:
English, Portuguese
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