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Charming Waterfront Canal Home in beautiful Old Homosassa! 5 Kayaks, Dock, Bikes
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Homosassa, FL
- 7 Sisters Springs
- Riverhaven Marina1 min drive
- Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park5 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Optional pull out bed in master for extra fee
1 Double Futon
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
Charming Waterfront Canal Home in beautiful Old Homosassa! 5 Kayaks, Dock, Bikes
Welcome to Let’s Live Canal Cottage in Old Homosassa!
Our three bedroom, two bath cottage is located on a canal off of the Homosassa River, with nearby gulf access. Bring your small boat or golf cart to enjoy the area.
There is a boat ramp at McRaes’s down the road and your small boat can be stored at our dock. Culvert access to the Homosassa River. This property also includes use of five kayaks and two bicycles.
Get in your kayak and go to dinner!
We are just minutes away on a beautiful walk to The Shed at McRae’s, The Freezer, The Monkey Bar and Monkey Island.
There are so many activities that are so easily accessible from this property.
Come enjoy the manatees and everything the nature cost has to offer! Enjoy this little slice of heaven!
**Guests must agree to a waiver upon booking for use of the dock, kayaks, and canal as requested by our homeowner's insurance. We are required to have a waiver for use of water and water related activities to maintain coverage. Waiver is available under "rental agreement" tab in this listing.
Optional pull out bed guests (in master) available for small extra fee of $10. Please let us know upon booking if this will be needed as this bed is not prepared prior to all check ins and extra linens are not provided with stay.
Dishonesty regarding the number of guests that will be staying on the property will not be tolerated. ESPECIALLY if the number of guests exceeds the capacity limits that are set for the house. These limits are set for a reason. We do not provide air mattresses for extra bedding as the number of beds already in the house are ample for the guest capacity. Thank you.
🛥️Docking at our cottage: One vessel can be docked in the back of our home at a maximum of 15 feet. We are located beyond a height restricted tube/culvert, therefore vessels with center consoles, fixed canopies, and towers cannot pass through the culvert to dock at the property. Experienced boaters who are familiar with their vessel and tides may fit a pontoon through the culvert, however, we are ideally set up for docking a fishing skiff. We are located two minutes from two boat ramps and ample daily parking if our dock cannot accommodate your vessel.
*Please contact me about the size of your boat that you plan to dock before you book! Let’s make sure it fits and can access the river through the culvert!
We are also a pet free property!
Please note that scallop season is a very busy time at the cottage as well as in the area. We often host parties of six at the cottage and are generally fully booked from early July through August. We work diligently to try to accommodate early check in requests, but also always want to make sure the house is ideal for our next check in and our guests are happy. Early check ins and late departures for especially larger groups during this time are more difficult to accommodate. Thank you for understanding!
Please keep your party to registered guests only on the property. We do not allow extended visits and events/parties with guests who are not staying on the property. Please understand that this is an insurance liability. We also like to keep our amazing neighbors happy 😃 *Dishonesty regarding pets and smoking inside the home is not permitted. A $250 fee will be incurred for additional cleaning expenses. Please read full description of our property before booking.
We would love to reiterate that our family absolutely loves our guests. We enjoy sharing our vacation home with others and are so happy when our guests enjoy it as much as we do. We are a smaller cottage in a quiet neighbor and not a large palace. The description of our home is very accurate with bed sizes, pictures of each room, and we are very clear about guest capacity limits as we do not want our guests to be uncomfortable during their stay. There are larger homes in the area that do fit larger parties. We, however, enjoy the comfort of our cozy cottage.
While you are staying at our property, we want you all to be comfortable and have an enjoyable time. As your host, I do give our guests every opportunity for something to be addressed or rectified during your stay; whether that be number or towels or more blankets, we are happy to help you! Please before reviewing give us the opportunity to provide you with what you may need. It is important to us, but we cannot fix an issue that we are unaware of. We are people too and understand everyone’s needs may be different.
Thank you so much!
Kindly,
The Rost Family
Our three bedroom, two bath cottage is located on a canal off of the Homosassa River, with nearby gulf access. Bring your small boat or golf cart to enjoy the area.
There is a boat ramp at McRaes’s down the road and your small boat can be stored at our dock. Culvert access to the Homosassa River. This property also includes use of five kayaks and two bicycles.
Get in your kayak and go to dinner!
We are just minutes away on a beautiful walk to The Shed at McRae’s, The Freezer, The Monkey Bar and Monkey Island.
There are so many activities that are so easily accessible from this property.
Come enjoy the manatees and everything the nature cost has to offer! Enjoy this little slice of heaven!
**Guests must agree to a waiver upon booking for use of the dock, kayaks, and canal as requested by our homeowner's insurance. We are required to have a waiver for use of water and water related activities to maintain coverage. Waiver is available under "rental agreement" tab in this listing.
Optional pull out bed guests (in master) available for small extra fee of $10. Please let us know upon booking if this will be needed as this bed is not prepared prior to all check ins and extra linens are not provided with stay.
Dishonesty regarding the number of guests that will be staying on the property will not be tolerated. ESPECIALLY if the number of guests exceeds the capacity limits that are set for the house. These limits are set for a reason. We do not provide air mattresses for extra bedding as the number of beds already in the house are ample for the guest capacity. Thank you.
🛥️Docking at our cottage: One vessel can be docked in the back of our home at a maximum of 15 feet. We are located beyond a height restricted tube/culvert, therefore vessels with center consoles, fixed canopies, and towers cannot pass through the culvert to dock at the property. Experienced boaters who are familiar with their vessel and tides may fit a pontoon through the culvert, however, we are ideally set up for docking a fishing skiff. We are located two minutes from two boat ramps and ample daily parking if our dock cannot accommodate your vessel.
*Please contact me about the size of your boat that you plan to dock before you book! Let’s make sure it fits and can access the river through the culvert!
We are also a pet free property!
Please note that scallop season is a very busy time at the cottage as well as in the area. We often host parties of six at the cottage and are generally fully booked from early July through August. We work diligently to try to accommodate early check in requests, but also always want to make sure the house is ideal for our next check in and our guests are happy. Early check ins and late departures for especially larger groups during this time are more difficult to accommodate. Thank you for understanding!
Please keep your party to registered guests only on the property. We do not allow extended visits and events/parties with guests who are not staying on the property. Please understand that this is an insurance liability. We also like to keep our amazing neighbors happy 😃 *Dishonesty regarding pets and smoking inside the home is not permitted. A $250 fee will be incurred for additional cleaning expenses. Please read full description of our property before booking.
We would love to reiterate that our family absolutely loves our guests. We enjoy sharing our vacation home with others and are so happy when our guests enjoy it as much as we do. We are a smaller cottage in a quiet neighbor and not a large palace. The description of our home is very accurate with bed sizes, pictures of each room, and we are very clear about guest capacity limits as we do not want our guests to be uncomfortable during their stay. There are larger homes in the area that do fit larger parties. We, however, enjoy the comfort of our cozy cottage.
While you are staying at our property, we want you all to be comfortable and have an enjoyable time. As your host, I do give our guests every opportunity for something to be addressed or rectified during your stay; whether that be number or towels or more blankets, we are happy to help you! Please before reviewing give us the opportunity to provide you with what you may need. It is important to us, but we cannot fix an issue that we are unaware of. We are people too and understand everyone’s needs may be different.
Thank you so much!
Kindly,
The Rost Family
Property manager
Shannon McGuire Rost
Premier Host
Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
About the area
Homosassa
Located in Homosassa, this cottage is on the waterfront. Riverhaven Marina and A Crystal River Kayak Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Three Sisters Springs and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park.
Homosassa, FL
What's nearby
- Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Riverhaven Marina - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
- Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
- Three Sisters Springs - 18 min drive - 17.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Sugarmill Restaurant - 8 min drive
- Crumps Landing - 12 min drive
- The Freezer Tiki Bar - 7 min walk
- Twistee Treat Homosassa - 8 min drive
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16 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eileen G.
13 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation getaway
Eileen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Morgan H.
8 March 2025
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Truly a Home Away From Home
Morgan H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ellen T.
19 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
Ellen T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shannon C.
20 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend
Shannon C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori L.
7 May 2025
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Southern charm!
Lori L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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30 December 2024
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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11 July 2024
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Wonderful!
Michael P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
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11 February 2022
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dave h.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lori C.
29 November 2022
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A great location & home
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10/10 Excellent
Carmen S.
10 March 2024
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A night away
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason D.
12 April 2022
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Nice place
Jason D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle B.
17 July 2022
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Enjoyed!
Michelle B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lucille M.
28 June 2023
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
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18 March 2024
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Dawn D.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
12 July 2023
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Canal Life
Michael P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Teresa Z.
25 February 2023
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Great place to stay!
Teresa Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
April B.
21 June 2023
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Great place to relax!
April B.
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22 June 2023
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Wanda Wesley W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marianne S.
12 April 2024
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Wonderful stay!
Marianne S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kregg D.
5 December 2022
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Perfect Get Away
Kregg D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
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29 August 2023
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About the host
Hosted by Shannon McGuire Rost

We would love to take the time to tell you a little about ourselves. We are a family of five including three kiddos, ages 14, 12, and 10. Our two youngest are just on the brink of 13 and 11! Our family absolutely loves everything Florida. We are no strangers to the Orlando theme parks circuit and knew eventually we wanted to live close enough to enjoy the completely amazing "chaos" that Orlando has to offer, but also retreat to the quiet when we were done theme park trips.
We discovered the beautiful area of Citrus County on one of our family trips and on a suggestion of a friend, visited Homosassa. Within one hour, my hard working husband
who never relaxes, was talking to the FANTASTIC locals and enjoying the view at The Shed at McRae's. Our homeschooled kids were talking to local fisherman and learning about cleaning their catches while I listened to some excellent live music and watched to boats come in. As the vocalist in a local cover band in our home area, I was blown away at the quality of live music in the area. It is AMAZING! (You must attend an open mic at The Shed on a Thursday evening! Stellar!!) Then you add the manatees! The manatees sealed the deal! Fabulous people, beautiful water and surroundings and MANATEES! What more could we ask for?
When coming to Florida, we were always drawn back to Homosassa and knew we needed to make this slice of heaven our second home. And now we are so excited to share this second home, our little piece of paradise, with you! We could not be more excited to share our home with you so you can come and make as many amazing memories as we have!
There are so many great things to do in our area! Take the kayaks out and explore! The Springs are a must see! We know you will love it here as much as we do! We are immersed in nature on our little canal front cottage and close enough to places like the Orlando theme parks, Clearwater Beach, Cedar Key, and Tampa for day trips! There is so much to explore and enjoy! The Rosts
We discovered the beautiful area of Citrus County on one of our family trips and on a suggestion of a friend, visited Homosassa. Within one hour, my hard working husband
who never relaxes, was talking to the FANTASTIC locals and enjoying the view at The Shed at McRae's. Our homeschooled kids were talking to local fisherman and learning about cleaning their catches while I listened to some excellent live music and watched to boats come in. As the vocalist in a local cover band in our home area, I was blown away at the quality of live music in the area. It is AMAZING! (You must attend an open mic at The Shed on a Thursday evening! Stellar!!) Then you add the manatees! The manatees sealed the deal! Fabulous people, beautiful water and surroundings and MANATEES! What more could we ask for?
When coming to Florida, we were always drawn back to Homosassa and knew we needed to make this slice of heaven our second home. And now we are so excited to share this second home, our little piece of paradise, with you! We could not be more excited to share our home with you so you can come and make as many amazing memories as we have!
There are so many great things to do in our area! Take the kayaks out and explore! The Springs are a must see! We know you will love it here as much as we do! We are immersed in nature on our little canal front cottage and close enough to places like the Orlando theme parks, Clearwater Beach, Cedar Key, and Tampa for day trips! There is so much to explore and enjoy! The Rosts
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