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Guest's Favorite! Kings Bay Retreat@ Crystal River, Charming Villa Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal Rive

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12246.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Citrus County, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

+2
1 King Bed and 5 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Guest's Favorite! Kings Bay Retreat@ Crystal River, Charming Villa Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal Rive

Discover Your Perfect Getaway in Crystal River!
Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal River awaits you!

Escape to the pristine beauty of Crystal River and Kings Bay, and make your vacation dreams come true with our exclusive luxury retreat. Immerse yourself in the enchanting landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant local culture that make Crystal River a must-visit destination.

Luxurious Accommodations:
Experience the ultimate in comfort and style with our carefully curated accommodations. From a cozy waterfront backyard to a spacious master suite and 3 additional rooms, we have the perfect home away from home for every traveler.

Waterfront Bliss:
Enjoy direct access to the stunning waterways of Crystal River. Whether you're fishing, kayaking, or simply unwinding on your private dock, you'll be surrounded by nature's beauty. Bringing your boat? Give us a call to coordinate mooring and trailer storage.

Fully Equipped Kitchens:
Embrace the convenience of home-cooked meals with our fully equipped kitchens. Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or prefer a quick bite, our retreat provides the flexibility to savor your favorite flavors.

Comfortable Bedrooms:
Rest easy in our thoughtfully furnished bedrooms, designed for a peaceful night's sleep after your adventures exploring Crystal River's natural wonders. The retreat features 1 King bed and 3 Queen beds, plus two Queen Italian leather sleeper sofas imported from Milan!

Explore Nature's Playground:
Discover the magic of Crystal River’s natural attractions, from the world-famous Three Sisters Springs to exciting wildlife encounters. Our short-term rental is the perfect base for your exploration of this eco-paradise.

Angler’s Haven:
Calling all anglers! Stay close to the best fishing spots and reel in memories that will last a lifetime. Crystal River is renowned for its abundant marine life, making it a fishing enthusiast’s paradise. Let one of our Captains plan the perfect fishing trip for you during your booking.

Close to Downtown:
Immerse yourself in the local charm of downtown Crystal River, where you'll find quaint shops, delicious dining options, and a welcoming community eager to share the secrets of this hidden gem.

Book Your Dream Escape Now!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to create unforgettable memories in Crystal River. Our retreat is in high demand, so secure your dates today!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Crystal River

Located in Crystal River, this holiday home is on the beach. Plantation Inn and Golf Resort 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 Crystal River Preserve State Park and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.
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Citrus County, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 14 min drive - 15.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bayside Kraft Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest's Favorite! Kings Bay Retreat@ Crystal River, Charming Villa Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal Rive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guest's Favorite! Kings Bay Retreat@ Crystal River, Charming Villa Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal Rive?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guest's Favorite! Kings Bay Retreat@ Crystal River, Charming Villa Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal Rive on 15 June 2026 start from NZ$638, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Guest's Favorite! Kings Bay Retreat@ Crystal River, Charming Villa Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal Rive?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Guest's Favorite! Kings Bay Retreat@ Crystal River, Charming Villa Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal Rive?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest's Favorite! Kings Bay Retreat@ Crystal River, Charming Villa Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal Rive?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guest's Favorite! Kings Bay Retreat@ Crystal River, Charming Villa Kings Bay Retreat at Crystal Rive located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Plantation Inn and Golf Resort, Crystal River Preserve State Park and A Crystal River Kayak Company. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 miles (5 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. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

chip h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, perfect location, overall great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

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

Great place!

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Scallop trip

Whole family of 6 adults and 2 kids enjoyed the house. Nice kitchen open to family room with large couch. Close to restaurants and plenty of beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great location and owner

Had 9 of us including 2 sets of grandparents and had a great stay. Owner was amazingly communicative and really liked the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with family for scalloping. The house is in amazing shape with excellent amenities. Captain Sam was incredibly responsive and checked on us throughout our stay to see if we needed anything. Grilled every night on the back deck and the house had everything we needed as well as a fully stocked kitchen for cooking/baking. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great family getaway

The property was exactly as described the canal and dock were easy when it can be very tricky in Crystal River. Sam, the host was super helpful and we had a great time, we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yael C.

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

We’d stay there again!

We had a great stay in Crystal River! The location was perfect—just minutes from restaurants, grocery stores, and everything we needed. The house itself was clean, well-kept, and very comfortable. The living areas were spacious, and the furniture made it easy to relax after a day on the water. We especially appreciated the easy water access and the ample space to pull up our boat. Would definitely stay here again! 2 full baths and 1 half bath.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Beautiful Home in Paradise

Scalloping was fun! Captain Sam is wonderful to work with and his home is gorgeous
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk M.

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

Beautiful Home and Great Pool

Really enjoyed. The stay in this very well appointed and beautiful home. The pool was awesome. Close to the manatee tours. Would suggest going to Donellon for the Clydesdale tour at Grandview stables.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis B.

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

Brothers reunion

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh

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

Great House and Location

We love staying on the water in Crystal River. This home had a great amount of living space and comfortable beds. Home was very clean and up to date. Great shower in the master bedroom. Owner was great with communication. Easy check in/out. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Wonderful!!

Had a wonderful stay. We had no issues. Lovely house beautiful location. Would recommend and will stay again. We had 9 adults. 1 teen and 1 four year old. Plenty of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristal v.

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

Great house on the watee

This house was perfect for our stay, conveniently located on a canal near restaurants and grocery store stores. The rooms are large and everything was clean and nicely furnished. The kitchen is very well stocked with plates, cookware and appliances. We brought our boat and used the dock for easy access to the bay. The property manager was very quick to respond with any questions I had and sent us all the information needed ahead of time. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne C.

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

Wonderful Beautiful Home

This is one of the most well stocked beautiful homes we have stayed in, and we have stayed in many. Loved the layout of the home, how close it was to stores for groceries etc. and steps from the water in a semi private backyard. Very peaceful sitting out there in the morning & evenings. I give this home a 10 !! We will definitely rent here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Fantastic accomodations!

This house was very nice. Kitchen had everything we needed and then some. There was plenty of room in the house and the beds were comfortable and clean. Sam, the host was gracious and made sure that our stay was enjoyable, to say the least. He helped us find boats with captains in order to make our scalloping experience better, and they came through in a big way. I would recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Unforgettable Stay – Everything We Hoped For and More!We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the moment we walked in, the home was spotless, beautifully appointed, and exactly as described—if not better. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, from the cozy linens to the well-stocked kitchen that made meals a joy to prepare.The host was outstanding—responsive, gracious, and truly committed to making our stay exceptional. Whether it was offering local tips or making check-in seamless, their hospitality shined through.Location-wise, it was perfect! Quiet and relaxing, yet close to everything we wanted to explore. We found ourselves torn between going out or staying in and enjoying the peaceful vibe of the property.This wasn’t just a rental—it felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

n W.

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

Two Living Rooms!

Highly recommend! Pictures don’t do it justice. We were greeted with a lovely basket containing all the ingredients to make S’mores out in the fire pit. We had an attentive host and and enjoyed an immaculately clean home in a quiet beautiful neighborhood. The 2 living spaces make it great for 2 couples or a family. All the beds have quality linens - love that! The location is close to everything you need. Again highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon K.

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

We had a good time

Over all we had a good time the house over all was nice. The only negative points in the stay, the hot water in the master shower didn’t work and there were a lot of rules about the dock that weren’t expected. But Sam was pretty flexible and everything ended up working out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHERYL L.

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

Beautiful Weekend Getaway

Beautiful home located on a canal in a nice neighborhood. The house was perfect for the eight of us. Plenty of room to relax and visit. The house has a great covered porch to sit outside and listen to the rain . We also caught a few fish right off the dock. Every morning around 7 am we got to have a spectacular view of all the different water birds who came and feed in the canal. The house was conveniently located and an easy drive to all of the activities we wanted to tour. We also walked around the neighborhood and met some of the locals who were all very nice. I would definitely recommend this property for your stay at Crystal River.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice Kaye E.

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

December stay

Beautiful home all decorated for Christmas complete with a tree! Samuel is a great host! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin D.

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

Really enjoyed it!

Great property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug E.

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

Great location and very nice place

The place was in a great location. Overall the place was great. I would just make sure you are clear with how many of the beds you require. We needed bedding for the pull-out sofa beds and needed to communicate with the property manager. He was very responsive for the additional bedding.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES H.

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

Definitely 5 stars ★★★★★

The place was very clean, nicely decorated, comfortable, and perfectly located. The host pays attention to all of the little details, and the place is well stocked with anything you would need. We would definitely love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

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

Boys get away

It was an awesome experience and a great house on a perfect canal to access crystal river. House was clean and well kept. Owner was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric h.

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

Beautiful House and Great Host!

Thank you for your hospitality
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

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