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Waterfront, heated pool, floating dock, kayaks

Riverside holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Screened in pool
Exterior
Foyer
Living room
Living room with smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Watersports Marina
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd bedroom

2 Double Beds

Den

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master bath

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

Waterfront, heated pool, floating dock, kayaks


Come get Salty!!! Swim with Manatees & Be a Mermaid! Visit Crystal River and experience all there is to do here! Lots of fun filled activities for the whole family, fishing, kayaking, scalloping, hiking, biking, dining, shopping. Bring your boat, our use our kayaks and paddleboards to explore the area. There is a boat ramp located just 3 minutes from the property.
We are one of the longest standing vacation rentals in the area with over 300+ reviews. If this home is booked please check our other property for availability. VRBO # 2457732.

This cute costal inspired 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is the perfect for your family vacation! Enjoy the cozy yet open floor plan of this home the minute you step inside. Take a dip in the screened in saltwater heated pool anytime of day. Bistro lights across pool makes for a perfect ambiance to enjoy swimming, grilling at night with the family. You will love the convince of docking your boat and having your own private pool all right outside.

Upon walking into the open living and dining area you will be drawn to the large picture window looking out to the pool and canal area. The kitchen is stocked with cookware, dishes and utensils for a great family meal. The live edge wood dining has seating for 6 guest and an additional two bar stools at the kitchen peninsula. The guest bedroom has two full/ double beds and the master bedroom has a king size bed. Our den contains a twin over twin trundle bed, perfectly suited for children. (Den area has no door). Wi-Fi and basic cable TV are included. All bedrooms, den and enclosed patio have smart TV's. A hall bath and master en suite round out the spaces in the home.

An inviting enclosed patio with comfortable patio furniture and a smart TV is the perfect space for a morning coffee or afternoon drink. Easily watch the children play in the pool or fish of the dock while staying in the shade. Feel like getting wet? Our pool is the perfect spot to cool off after a hot day or to take a warm dip in the winter. Heated (electric) in the winter months and salt chlorinated!
We provide kayaks & paddleboards for our guest to explore all the wonderful nature around Crystal River. Or try your hand at fishing right off the dock out back. You will find the charcoal grill in the shed out back.
There is also a finished-in garage with access to the washer and dryer, and there is plenty of room in the driveway for two vehicles and a boat trailer. Please note, there is no parking in the garage, grass, or street.

Manatee and Dolphin come up to the dock frequently to visit. Sail-fin Catfish, Sheepshead, trout, Red Snapper, Snook and Red fish are some the fish that can be found in the area. To see or catch them for sure we recommend a tour or fish charter. Boat rentals are also available at nearby Twin Rivers Marina.

SCALLOPERS!!! We all love scalloping!! Crystal River offers one of the few remaining areas to scallop in Florida during the summer. Crystal River has the best Scalloping grounds in the US. and the best action is usually in 4-6 feet of water around Gomez Rocks at Latitude 2829.8, Longitude 8243.7. Scallop grounds are about 5-10 miles out by boat.

This home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac street in the heart of Crystal River near the springs, restaurants and the downtown area.. The home is approximately 5-10 minutes drive from King’s Bay, 3 sisters springs, Hunter springs and 30 minutes from the Gulf of America by boat. Fort Island Beach is a 10 min drive away where you can enjoy beautiful sunsets. We highly recommend it for amazing photos!
The house is only a short walk or bicycle ride from the Crystal River State Park Reserve and the Mullet Hole fishing spot.

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER BICYCLES. We have asked VRBO to correct this on the website but it still has them listed under amenities.

For the protection of our home and our guests we have security cameras around the exterior of the house. The security cameras record audio and video 24/7 around the exterior of the house.

a. One facing the front yard
b. One facing the side door
c. One facing the back yard
d. One facing the dock
e. One inside of garage

Here are some key info for the house that sometimes gets overlooked. Please read.

** Check In is at 4pm. We do offer a early check in for an additional fee, and if the calendar allows for an early arrival. There is no early check in unless approved by owners.
** Pool heater is set to 84 degrees. Winter Only (Nov - April)
** Entire property is NO Smoking/ Vaping,
** Max amount of guest is 6, max adults is 4. Child age is 0-12, anyone over 13 will be considered an adult.
**FIREWORKS ARE NOT ALLOWED at anytime within 1000 yards of the home. you will forefiet your full deposit if you or your guest violate this rule.
** No pets are allowed



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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Child age 0-12yrs. Strictly adhered too.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Primary guest must be residing on property during entirety of reservation. Gov issued photo ID required. 1 boat per stay allowed.
Any violation of rental agreement will result in removal with no refund. Booking only accepted after full conversation; answered all hosts questions.
Check-in only permitted if primary guest is present; secondary guests can't check in alone. No grass/street/garage parking (trailers included).

Important information

You need to know

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 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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Crystal River

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Indian Waters, a neighbourhood in Crystal River. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins and Crystal River Archaeological State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crystal River Watersports Marina and A Crystal River Kayak Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Crystal River Archaeological State Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 7.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Kraft Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront, heated pool, floating dock, kayaks have a pool?

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

Is Waterfront, heated pool, floating dock, kayaks pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront, heated pool, floating dock, kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront, heated pool, floating dock, kayaks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront, heated pool, floating dock, kayaks located?

Located in Indian Waters, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crystal River Preserve State Park, Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins and Crystal River Watersports Marina. Crystal River Archaeological State Park is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 305 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for scalloping. Very responsive and helpful host. We had Everything we needed for the week. Pool was a plus! Beds were very comfortable too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cary P.

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

Perfect week

We had a wonderful visit!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Great vacation property.

We absolutely LOVED this place. Great location, beautiful setting, very clean.... Can't say enough good about it. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

wendy w.

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

Quite location close to trails good for biking

5 star private location great amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Great Getaway!

Loved the location of this property and the ease of going out on the water each day from the private dock. House was very clean, and had all the comforts of home. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

james T.

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

Winter get away

Nice place, good location, and chuck is a good guy and very responsive.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lois S.

Wonderful Vacation Retreat

The house was perfect, clean, and well equipped. We had a wonderful get-away surrounded by nature. We enjoyed all of the amenities and outdoor activities offered. This is our second time staying here and plan on coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

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

Excellent Vacation home

This property is a beautiful home to stay in while away. It was very clean, open, and had almost everything you could need. The kids loved playing in the pool, and we all enjoyed riding the bikes. The neighborhood was very quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Great stay

Overall nice home and location house was clean and well stocked. Only gripe I have is the motion detection that turns off the air conditioner in the day is kinda annoying.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

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

Great house and location

As always we had a fantastic stay in Crystal River. Chuck was great to work with and easy to communicate with as well. Lovely neighborhood.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Johnny G.

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

Nice Location

In a perfect spot to enjoy many things in Crystal River. The house comes with kayaks to enjoy the river and life jackets also. Thank you again for a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

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

We loved this property!

We had a wonderful time staying at this property. It was super clean, fully stocked and even had lots of amenities!! There was so much to do near by. And, it was so convenient to be able to have out boat docked at the house. We would highly recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

It has everything you need to have a great time in any type of weather

Our family so enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property that we were planning next year for more than one property for more family to join us. We are beyond blessed to have found Chuck’s place through Home away.love love loved everything thank you and God bless
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Good relaxing stay

The family enjoyed their stay at the house. Everything was reported to have been clean and in working order. The pool was a big hit in the evenings. They didn't get to paddle because of the typical Florida afternoon weather but otherwise really enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dixie M.

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

Wonderful

Our family really enjoyed our stay! The home was very clean and spacious and the pool & pier area were wonderful! . The kitchen was well stocked, very comfortable beds, great neighborhood, which was peaceful and felt secluded, yet close to everything! Melissa was great with communication. Our family will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Clean, clean, clean. The property was immaculate and as described.

This location and property will definitely be a return trip to stay longer. Melissa was quick to respond with any questions no matter how small.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Paul N.

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

Came for Scallops

Not a great season for scallops but a fun time was had. Home was clean, did see a few bugs, owner was easy to contact and communicate with.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaona H.

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

Clean, comfortable, great location, and nice pool

Our family absolutely enjoyed our 5 night stay at the property. It’s super clean and nice. All the furniture and bedding are pretty new and comfortable. Located in a quite neighborhood. We enjoyed the pool and fished in the backyard. Melissa was very accommodating and flexible with us! Definitely recommend the house!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte P.

Property has everything you could want or need!

This is the second of Chuck's properties we have stay in. It was just as nice as the 1st. Has all the comforts of home and then some! We brought our boat, and had no troubles getting in and out of the canal. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joy O.

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

Florida Fun

It was wonderful having a comfortable place to land after busy days of fun. We appreciated the owner’s quick response to a difficulty we had. Thanks, Melissa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Absolute Perfection

This house has everything you need and more. Even the neighbors are welcoming. There's more to see and do within a 10 mile radius then could possibly be done in one week. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

ADRIANA G.

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

Wonderful

we had a great time. The house was well equiped with everything we needed. The location was in a central area to do many excursions. The hosts were very cooperative, if there was a problem. I would go again.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

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

Nature ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Had a great time at this house. Everything was wonderful!! Very well stocked. Clean. Fast reply to any questions. Beautiful area to explore. Pool was perfect too. Thank you. Looking forward to another visit there.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E., Sorrento fl

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

Another wonderful stay!

We have stayed at this home several times and loved it. This time was no exception, the new owners have made some lovely updates and improved the stay even more. Home is clean and well stocked. Although most of the time was spent outdoors. Owner is also wonderful and fast to communicate. We will be back soon. Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda N.

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

Escape reality

This property was excellent. The availability of the kayaks, bicycles, and canoe was awesome. We didn't have to leave the home to be able to enjoy nature. The house is in a great location on the waterway to have excellent access. We also enjoyed a manatee tour that was less than 5 minutes from the house. After our 7 mile loop on the bicycles we enjoyed the pool to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

About the host

Hosted by Melissa

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We enjoy scalloping, fishing or anything on the water! We also love sharing our home with all of our guest so that they may fall in love with Crystal River just the way we did so many years ago!

Why they chose this property

This property is perfectly situated between the springs and fishing/ scalloping/ gulf waters. It is on a quiet culdesac in a family friendly neighborhood. Near great hiking and biking trails, boat ramp, and archaeological sites.

What makes this property unique

I can not explain the cozy at home feeling this house gives off! It is the most relaxing, calming area to be in, yet still gives you and your family that much needed reconnection.

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