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Deep Water Retreat, Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes, Close to all Hotspots!

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A wooden deck with two chairs and a table overlooking a calm body of water, with boats docked nearby and a gazebo in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a bar area with stools and a television on a stand.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a sofa and coffee table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, and a built-in microwave. There are four black bar stools at the island.
A house with a covered deck, a small pond, and a dock.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crystal River Preserve State Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Homosassa, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bath 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bath 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Deep Water Retreat, Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes, Close to all Hotspots!

Otter Slide is the name of this Great River Retreat, and it just got better with 3 Bedrooms, 3 full baths (Sleeps 6) + 2 if needed. Great for 2-3 couples and/ or Families. enjoy a drink on the deck, while watching the fish jump into the adjoining waterway.. Take advantage of the private heated pool, the double kayak and 2 single kayaks,1 tandem bike and 2 single bikes. Enjoy the quiet, relaxed seclusion, of this waterfront property. It is only five minutes direct boat access to the clear Homosassa River and twenty minutes to the Gulf of Mexico. See the manatees and dolphins and other nature or just enjoy the fishing, boating and golf courses in this tranquil area of Florida. Homosassa is only a one hour drive north of Tampa and one hour & 45 minutes to Orlando..

The Nature Coast of Florida deserves its name, with over ninety-eight thousand acres set aside as federal, state or county parks and preservation areas. It is a delight to all nature lovers, with extensive boating, fishing and golf courses within easy driving distance.

Old Homosassa is a preservation area with restricted development and still has a lot of the charm. The local supermarkets are only five minutes away, if you drive. Crystal River is only a 15 minute drive north.

Keywords: Homosassa Vacation rental, house, private heated pool, kayak, waterfront, fishing, golf, nature, manatees, dolphins, Homosassa Springs, scallops , Tarpon, Redfish, Snook

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
2 Boat Maximum Docking 4 Vehicle/ 2 Boat trailer
No Guests or visitors pets are allowed on premises
Please be respectful to our great neighbors. Most

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2342942vb
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 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

Homosassa

Located in Homosassa, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Sisters Springs and Fort Island Gulf Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Homosassa, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 16 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crumps Landing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Michael Anthony's Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Deep Water Retreat, Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes, Close to all Hotspots! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Deep Water Retreat, Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes, Close to all Hotspots! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Deep Water Retreat, Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes, Close to all Hotspots!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Deep Water Retreat, Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes, Close to all Hotspots!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deep Water Retreat, Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes, Close to all Hotspots!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Deep Water Retreat, Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes, Close to all Hotspots! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crystal River Preserve State Park and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park. Tiger Tail Island and Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum 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. 166 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 173 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanna S.

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

Great stay!

Enjoyed the stay! Nice property, will be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora G.

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

Nice Vacation Rental

This spot has everything you need for a great vacation - heated pool, clean house, outdoor eating, kayaks and even bikes. We enjoyed our time and loved being close to manatee!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patchia R.

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

Fisherman’s Paradise

Great location. Beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colt H.

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

Beautiful house in the perfect location

5-10 minute boat ride to all restaurants and spring. Awsome location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby C.

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

Scalloping vacation

Mommy family and I had an amazing time here scalloping and the rainy days made the pool well worth the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

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

Beautiful boating weekend @ a BEAUTIFUL home!

Property was very clean and well maintained, couldn't have asked for a better place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie D.

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

Florida Family fun

Great location for relaxing and close to lots of activities. Home was very clean and had everything for we needed. We would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natani W.

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

Great property in a great location

We had a great time staying here. We were comfortable and had plenty of room. Property owner was quick to respond and the neighbors were mostly friendly. A quiet neighborhood in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse G.

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

Perfect home for our spring break vacation 2 years in a row!

Perfect location for docking our boats for fishing, great pool to cool down and have fun, the new bedroom and attached bathroom was perfect! We love your home and look forward to next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Perfect

This was the second time our family stayed at this property and again everything was exactly what we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana K.

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

Great stay

Perfect for our family. The grandkids loved the pool, fishing and kayaking. Great home right on the water. Everything we needed for a great Spring Break. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

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

Nice get away

Very nice property, clean and comfortable. A little maneuvering to get two boats on the dock but doable. The pool and deck are great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal W.

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

Beautiful retreat

We really enjoyed our stay. House was a great getaway for our family and we loved the heated pool and kayaks! We cooked dinner on the grill and overall had a great time relaxing at the house. It was centrally located to our local activities and check-in was very smooth. I’m glad we brought some of our own towels for the pool but otherwise the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

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

Great property

The home is in a great location on the water and the pool is wonderfully warm in the winter! I really appreciated the cleanliness of the home and that there were not any strong fragrances.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

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

Amazing!

Everything about this place was great! Everything was clean, beds were comfortable, loved the pool and deck. We saw manatees 2 different times right at the dock! Loved having the use of the kayaks and bikes. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

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

Great stay

Very clean! and 3 large bedrooms (2 with their own bathrooms) were perfect for us. Well stocked kitchen. Beautiful lanai and outdoor porch on the creek! Host was super responsive. Would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

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

Winter getaway

This property was everything we hoped it would be. The house was so comfy, clean and in an awesome location. My youngest son fished the entire time and is already asking when we are going back. Thanks for providing a great house filled with amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel P.

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

Lovely and Peaceful

A nice home in a quiet neighborhood. Plenty of room to spread out. Huge screened in porch and a patio overloooking the canal. Plenty of "toys" -' kayaks, bikes etc. We really enjoyed the home!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

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

Peaceful, nature retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was beautiful, spotless and we'll stocked with everything we needed!! We loved having the bikes to explore and used the tandem kayak almost daily. The heated pool was a definite plus as well. Sitting on the deck was so relaxing and peaceful. Loved the sounds of nature and the bird visitors. We cannot wait to return!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

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

Peaceful and Well Appointed

Quiet location with a surprising amount of indoor and outdoor space to enjoy. Could choose between deck, screened in patio, pool, or comfortable living room when not out hiking, kayaking, or exploring. Beds and baths newer and nicer than many rental properties.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Hidden Gem

My family, friends and I had a very relaxing weekend in this quaint house fully equipped with everything we could possibly need. I highly recommend it and will be sure to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe & Carrie C.

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

R&R at it's Finest

Absolutely beautiful location, spacious and airy with gorgeous viws but not too big. Just the right size with lots of outdoor area to rest, relax and swim. Perfectly appointed and well thought out. We enjoyed breakfast on the breezy deck while watching manatees float by. Everyone we met was super friendly, including the Great Blue Heron that came by several times to see what we were up too. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

Beautiful Home

If you plan on traveling to Homossassa, this house has it all. Three spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms, open living area with a fully furnished kitchen, heated pool, a dock in the back big enough to fit my 24 foot boat and plenty of parking for our truck and trailer. The house was immaculately clean and well maintained. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara L.

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

Amazing home on the river

This home is one of the best we have stayed at. It is super comfortable with a fully equipped kitchen, beautiful bedrooms and I can't say enough about the outside. We had a great stay and will be back the next time we come to see our family. If I had to pick one item to improve it would be an easier way to get into the kayaks. Other than that it is a 5 star from our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

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

3rd time's a charm!

Our third time at this home was the best yet. Since the renovations and addition of a bedroom and 2 bathrooms, this is a true family getaway spot. 2 king beds and a queen allow for 6 adults to sleep comfortably. Comfortable furniture and a well-appointed kitchen make it easy to relax and prepare meals (if you choose). The house location with deck and boat dock is situated in the ideal place for trips up or down river. Pleasant boat rides to the springs, gulf, or nearby restaurants are easy as you're steps away from the dock. Have your morning coffee on the lanai or deck or take a swim in the pool. Hopefully, the the third trip wont be our last to Otter Slide.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

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