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Unique Waterfront Stilt House on the Withlacoochee River, Fish, Kayak, Relax

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Exterior
Living room Facing the river
Full stocked kitchen
Back of house from river
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Lake Panasoffkee, FL
  • Place, Half Moon Wildlife Management Area
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Cooper State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Citrus County Speedway
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Unique Waterfront Stilt House on the Withlacoochee River, Fish, Kayak, Relax

Feel like your living in a tree house. Located 10 minutes from I75, near The Villages Community and other attractions. Bring your Kayak, Canoe or rent one from a nearby rental location. Make sure you have a fishing pole and license to fish for bass, catfish and bluegill from two docks (one river, one canal) or just enjoy the fire pit or sit on the porch and watch the sunset.
We are close to the Withlacoochee state park with bike and walking trails. https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/withlacoochee-state-trail
https://www.fdacs.gov/Forest-Wildfire/Our-Forests/State-Forests/Withlacoochee-State-Forest/Recreation-at-Withlacoochee-State-Forest
House includes a full kitchen and washer and dryer.
Rental is upper level only, stairs on either side of the house take you up to the upper level.
This house was originally built in the 80s and has been updated.
Full dining room with views to the river and canal, living room includes a recliner, sofa and two chairs with ottomans.
Two ring cameras located on lower level outside only, one aimed at driveway, on at the canal.
Lower level is used for storage only. It is not included in the rental.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not child proofed
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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
Signed rental agreement required for rental

Important information

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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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Lake Panasoffkee

Located in Lake Panasoffkee, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Fort Cooper State Park and Dade Battlefield State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Shallow Creek Country Club and Continental Country Club. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Lake Panasoffkee, FL

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Wildlife Management Area - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Cooter Pond Park - 18 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Brownwood Paddock Square - 19 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Fort Cooper State Park - 19 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Citrus County Speedway - 20 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Catfish Johnny's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Big Bass Lakefront Resort & Marina - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pat's Taps at Catfish Johnny's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sleepy Hollow Restaurant & Bar - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Pub at Hidden River Resort - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Waterfront Stilt House on the Withlacoochee River, Fish, Kayak, Relax pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Unique Waterfront Stilt House on the Withlacoochee River, Fish, Kayak, Relax?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique Waterfront Stilt House on the Withlacoochee River, Fish, Kayak, Relax?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Waterfront Stilt House on the Withlacoochee River, Fish, Kayak, Relax?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique Waterfront Stilt House on the Withlacoochee River, Fish, Kayak, Relax located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Half Moon Wildlife Management Area and within 16 miles (25 km) of Cooter Pond Park and Old Courthouse Heritage Museum. Wallace Brooks Park and Citrus Memorial Hospital are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

William V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this location on the Withlacoochee River with an excellent dock to launch a canoe or kayak. Lots of birds and other wildlife ( family of otters seen several times). Quiet street with the home on the end of the cul de sac. Have stayed here three or four times. Midway between The Villages and Inverness where abundant shopping is located. Just down the road from Lake Panasoffkee where one finds dollar stores, post office, pharmacy and restaurants. Good walking in nearby Wildlife Management Areas. Responsive host to any issues that might come up.
Stayed 89 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May, 2026
We always love hosting Bill and Susan. They leave the house spotless and are very communicative though out the stay. They send pictures of the wildlife that they see and we love seeing it! You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Love this river property.

Beautiful neighborhood. Great for walking and relaxing. So many things to do just a short drive away.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

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

February on Lake Panasoffkee

We enjoyed the water views and the nature around the property. It was very convenient to most places of interest in central Florida, either coast. The accommodations were very homey and comfortable. The conveniences were greatly appreciated. Especially the washer and dryer and Keurig coffee maker.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

2 months in heaven

Enjoyed our 2 months out of the WI cold. The house was exactly as listed. Owner responded whenever we had questions. Check it out, you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May, 2022
We enjoyed having you at the river. Feel free to come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted C.

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

Getaway to Real Florida Nature

Being a cooler January, we were still able to enjoy the outdoors with the great fire pit. Some of our best days were spent outside with a fire and fishing off the two docks. It was nice to watch the birds and otter and the great sunset in the evening. However, the airboats on the river can be a little busy and loud but mainly just on Saturdays. The house had everything we needed for our month long stay. The host was excellent and seemed to really appreciate us as guests.
Stayed 33 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Feb, 2024
It was an absolute pleasure hosting you at the River House. You were outstanding guests, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to any future hosts. If you are in the area again, we'd love for you to stay at the River. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William V.

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

A Nature Lover’s Delight

This comfortable 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom accommodation has many windows and a deck overlooking the Withlacoochee River out back and a canal bordered by a cypress (tree) swamp on one side. It’s a 2-storey house with a storage apartment and a double carport on the bottom level. It sits at the end of a dead end street. The rental part of the house is the upper level. This enhances the view. The river, in particular, is alive with birdlife, frogs, turtles, fish and alligators (not to worry!). We enjoyed listening to the bird calls during our 3-month stay. I am a kayaker and found it convenient to launch from the floating dock on the canal. You have to provide your own kayak or canoe. There are also several public boat ramps in the area, handy for launching any kind of vessel. The only negative is the popularity of airboats in this part of Florida. They are incredibly noisy. However, the good news is that we experienced more quiet time than airboat time with most of the activity on weekends. We have booked another stay at this rental. Of course, when not enjoying the outdoors, WiFi and television can be important. Both are excellent in this rental. The owners, Jenny and Dan, responded quickly to any concerns. As far as shopping goes, there is plenty available as close as 10 to 12 miles. We generally got groceries and gas and had a few restaurant meals in Inverness but The Villages is only a little further away and there you can find all the big box stores, etc. and any medical needs for sure. Inverness is nice to visit for its attractive and historic downtown core as well as lakeside parks. The Withlacoochee Trail goes through Inverness. The location of the house is also great for its proximity to several Wildlife Management Areas/Preserves for those who like walking/hiking/biking. To name some: Half Moon, Jumper Creek, Lake Panasoffkkee, Panasoffkee Outlet, Flying Eagle Preserve and McGregor Smith Scout Reservation.
Stayed 92 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke Y.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful

Sitting on a beautiful canal with a dock and outdoor fire pit. The kitchen was well stocked with supplies, they even had a s’more kit! Open living and dinning room. There is a washer and dryer as well, and enough towels and extra blankets. Loved our stay here and would go back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2022
Thank you for staying at the River! I'm glad you had a wonderful stay. We'd love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Two in a half month stay .

I rented this house and when we first walked in they had a big basket of different chocolates it was such a nice touch . The house was loaded with everything my husband and I needed from bedding , throw blankets , cleaning supplies , dishes , pots and pans . It was just perfect for our two month stay . We had a few questions for homeowner and they responded immediately and helped us out . If you want to experience nature this is the place for you . Lots of different birds , turtles the beautiful sunset at night . We had a very pleasant stay and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 76 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May, 2022
We loved having you at the river. You're welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernest A.

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

Great Property

Great house, very responsive owners. House was clean and in great shape. The owners stocked the house with games and a s’mores kit because they knew we had children. Would rent here again.
Stayed 50 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2021
We enjoyed having you stay. The house was left immaculate! If you're in the area again, we'd love to have you back.

About the host

Hosted by Jenny Sprung

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Why they chose this property

This house gives the feeling of being in a tree house, you'll be eye level with hawks and eagles. Water views from two sides of the house including the fire pit with seating for 4. Two docks, one on the river one on the canal, perfect for launching a kayak or fishing.

What makes this property unique

Porch facing the river has seating for 4 for drinking morning coffee, or enjoying a sun set.
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