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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Island Gulf Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bed Room

1 King Bed

Movie Theater Room

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Manatee Cove, Tiki WATERFRONT Home

Tiki WATERFRONT Gulf-Access, Manatee Cove Fl. *** This house is up for sale and MAY OR MAY NOT be subject to showings during your stay! ***. Imagine your vacation Kayaking, Scalloping or Fishing in the Salt River. Discover Deep Sea Fishing in the Gulf and come home to park your boat along the sea wall and grill your catch of the day with friends & family. Then relax in front of a fire or watch a movie. Why? Because adventure awaits! ** Sorry but boat lift and floating dock are not available for use! **

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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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 and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2569633vb
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

About the area

Crystal River

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Dixie Shores, a neighbourhood in Crystal River. Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal River Preserve State Park and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 15 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Kraft Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪St. Johns Tavern - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Manatee Cove, Tiki WATERFRONT Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Manatee Cove, Tiki WATERFRONT Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Manatee Cove, Tiki WATERFRONT Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Manatee Cove, Tiki WATERFRONT Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Manatee Cove, Tiki WATERFRONT Home located?

Located in Dixie Shores, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Crystal River Preserve State Park and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Plantation Inn and Golf Resort. Fort Island Trail Park and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge are also within 6 miles (10 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. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

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

dan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great waterfront place just minutes from town and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice visit!! Loved the place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jackie h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this home! It’s incredibly charming and thoughtfully set up. We actually live in the neighborhood and booked it for my mom—and the fact that it’s pet-friendly was a huge plus. Everything is clearly labeled, the beds are very comfortable, and the canal view is beautiful. We especially enjoyed the cute tiki hut and spending time fishing. Highly recommend—owners were super responsive and easy to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely and relaxing. We enjoyed being on the canal in the evening after being out and about all day.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farrah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was extremely clean, and on a beautiful, peaceful cove. The host was very responsive. The location is close to everything. I would suggest the host add some mixing bowls - but not a deal breaker ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We greatly appreciate it and super happy you enjoyed your stay!! Have a great spring!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

APRIL C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was beautiful and very very clean . The hosts were very friendly and communication was excellent .
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miklos O.

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

Great stay!

Had everything you could want or need and in an amazing location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2023
Thank you so much for your feedback! We appreciate that you enjoyed Manatee Cove! Feel free to come back anytime!! Jonathan and Emily Manatee Cove🏝️🌊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Wonderful home near Crystal River.

Perfect place to get away. Quiet street and community.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2022
Hello Patrick. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed our home and you stay. Thank you for taking care of our home! We will be honored to host you all again for your next get-a-way!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey M.

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

Winter Break

Nice house, very clean. We had a great time and the kids loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

Crystal River Getaway

Wonderful stay. Very close to springs and nearby marinas. Very clean. Comfortable beds. TV room nice addition. Hosts very attentive. Plus house was very organized all the kitchen equipment you need!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve W.

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

Scallop 2023

Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Great scalloping spot better for flats boats

House was exactly what we were looking for. Be careful travelling by boat through flats and mangroves to get to channel but worked out fine with a deeper V hull fishing boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

Cute and comfortable

Very cute. Love the water access. Completely redone with well appointed fixtures. Nice view and very open. Loved the theater room and the beds were very comfy. House was centrally located so everything was very close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

André B.

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

Lovely house with personal touch

We had some great days at that home. The owner have spent lot of energy to give the house a personal touch. Everything was clean an well sorted. The contact to the owner was friendly. We could recommend this property. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home was amazing! Location, cleanliness, communication, comfort and all the extras were excellent. The home is so thoughtfully furnished. Plenty of room for larger group or family, but feels spacious and cozy at the same time. We loved the outdoor area and kayaking from the dock. Jonathan and Emily gave us great suggestions for breakfast and dinner nearby. It is close to the parks for manatee visits and beach days. We rent a lot of VRBO’s and have since its inception and this has moved to top of our list. I would highly recommend to anyone wanting the warmth and water of Florida without the crowds and a place to just relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarence B.

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

Good Vibrations

This is one of the cleanest and best “put together “ properties that I’ve stayed in my 20+ years of using VRBO. Everything in the house is new, clean, and of superior quality. The owner seem to really want to provide the guests with a good experience . The home is delightfully appointed with tasteful decorations and colors. The home has a great feel to it that is relaxing and comforting. It’s got a great vibe. It on a canal leading to the main river. Minutes away from the springs and downtown. Quiet neighborhood. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jamie C.

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

Overall Impression

Overall impression and stay was very good. Great location, very quiet around and in neighborhood. Don't let outside of house fool you, as the inside is Very nicely done and more than adequate for me, wife, daughter, and her boyfriend. Only negatives. 3 out of 5 ceiling fans, which are all remote control, did not work. Actually, 1 of those we don't know if it worked or not, as could not locate nor did owner know, where the remote was. AC was good enough to offset this though. Trash, when we arrived on Wednesday the 24th, was literally, not kidding, overflowing onto the driveway. By Thursday afternoon, we had flies, outside and a few that got in house, from the trash. We talked to owner on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, but it took until Saturday morning at 8:00 am for it to be removed. I think their property management company was useless here, so I don't totally blame that on owner. Other than those couple glitches, I would stay here again. It needs some "Tweaks", enough towels and bath mats for guests, yard could use some TLC, but all-in-all, I would give this a 3.5'ish out of 5. We satay in a LOT of rentals and this is certainly not the best, but way from the worst.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephanie S.

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

PERFECT!

Absolutely loved this home thank you so much for providing such a beautiful vacation for my friends and my family exquisite details to everything in the home thinking about what we would need before we even thought about it ourselves beautiful beautiful beautiful would recommend to anybody!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words! 💕 We appreciate that you noticed the details. It really means a lot to us that you enjoyed and loved our place so much! Please feel free to come back anytime! See you soon! 😊 Happy New Year! Jonathan and Emily 🏝️🌊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Perfectly appointed home

We loved our stay at the house in Dixie Shores. We brought our boats and scalloped spent the afternoons up river at the springs but loved the quietness of Dixie Shores. The house is perfectly appointed. Every little thing you could want is labeled and neatly put away. Easy to stay and relax in. The home was clean the linens felt newer which after years of staying in VRBO's we can say isn't always the case. I felt like I was staying at a family members home and they wanted me to feel welcome. Will stay again if available. Thank you Jonathan and Emily for keeping a wonderful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2023
Thank you so very much for you kind words! It has definitely touched our hearts! You are welcome anytime! Knowing that our house felt like family, confirmed we reached our goal of comfort and welcome. Thank you so much again and we’ll see you soon!! 😉 Jonathan and Emily 🌊🏝️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

annual scallopping trip

the house was beautiful great location and very comfortable for a family 6 adults and 4 children thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Beautiful retreat on the Nature Coast

We loved our stay at this property. Everything was very clean, well organized, and very close to everything we wanted to explore in Crystal River; Homosassa is only a short drive down the road. All cabinets were labeled, linens provided, even shampoo/conditioner/soap in nice dispensers in each bathroom. We had a blast taking the kayaks out, and being right on the water made that a breeze. The hosts were easy to communicate with, even suggesting local breakfast and dinner options for our family. We loved the area and the home and will be back for another adventure - hopefully soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2022
Thank you so much for sharing your experience at Manatee Cove! You and your family were great guests! Thank you for caring for our home and your wonderful message. We look forward to having you back! Hopefully soon! 😉
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

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