Cozy beach-themed duplex- with bikes, kayaks & more; steps from the water!

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Dryer

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Crystal River, FL

Plantation Inn and Golf Resort9 min walk
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge4 min drive
Three Sisters Springs7 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)74 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This cozy house is a quick kayak ride to Kings Bay where guests can get a close encounter with the manatees. It is conveniently located near the grocery stores, restaurants, Three Sisters Springs, and the Plantation Inn and Golf resort.

Property manager

Ray & Jennifer

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Crystal River

Located in Crystal River, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. 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 Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 9 min walk
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive
Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive
Hunter Spring Park - 6 min drive
Three Sisters Springs - 7 min drive

Getting around

Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

Cody's Original Roadhouse - 4 min drive
Kelly's Half Shell Pub - 5 min drive
Coney Island - 5 min drive
Cracker's Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
Sara's Diner - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy beach-themed duplex- with bikes, kayaks & more; steps from the water! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy beach-themed duplex- with bikes, kayaks & more; steps from the water!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy beach-themed duplex- with bikes, kayaks & more; steps from the water!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy beach-themed duplex- with bikes, kayaks & more; steps from the water! located?

This family-friendly Crystal River holiday home is located on the riverfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Plantation Inn and Golf Resort, A Crystal River Kayak Company and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge and Hunter Spring Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

12 March 2024

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

Perfect accommodations, perfect vacation

I couldn't have asked for a better location, nicer home and amenities, or more welcoming property owners. Having use of the kayaks and paddleboard allowed us to see manatees up close on our last night. The only downside is that we have to go home! I couldnt recommend more highly and would love to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marge H.

28 March 2023

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

Great location, super comfortable

I’d recommend this place to anyone who wants convenience and comfort in Crystal River. I was in Crystal River on a golf holiday. This place is so close to the Plantation Inn golf courses that I could almost walk. The owners are friendly and great communicators. I have no reservations about recommending this place.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

17 March 2023

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

A great house with a nice location in a beautiful town.

This was the best home rental we have had on any vacation! We love crystal river and the area, the best Florida has to offer. The home was all you could ask for in a 2 bedroom, the back sitting room was a wonderful place to sit and read. The neighborhood was quiet and friendly with easy access to Kings Bay. The icing on the cake was the kayaks and bikes that were available and we used to explore the bay and the town. Watching the mother and child manatees swim under our kayak was one of the best wildlife experiences I have had. I cannot say enough good things about this rental, thank you!

Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

13 February 2023

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

Great trip

We loved the house, close to everything, it was very nice to cone home to every night

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent S.

12 February 2023

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

Perfect neighborhood in a beautiful old Florida town

We stayed 31 nights at the Manatee Retreat and loved every minute. Lots of outdoor living amenities, comfortable bed and peaceful neighborhood. Convenient to access the canal , downtown Crystal River and great eating places. We will gladly return to Jen and Ray’s Vrbo when we get the chance.

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ray & Jennifer

Hello!
We are Ray and Jennifer and we are so happy to share our home (The Manatee Retreat) with you in beautiful Crystal River. We hope you find your stay relaxing and enjoy the comforts of our home while you are away from yours! Our Manatee Retreat offers a quiet tranquil setting steps away from the beautiful water. Visitors enjoy biking, kayaking, boating, oyster harvesting, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, and golf, as well as getting up close to the manatees. We hope your adventures are memorable and please let us know what we can do to enhance your stay!

What makes this property unique

We love the beach and have enjoyed decorating this unit to show our love for water, sun and the manatees. We have 2 kayaks, 1 standup paddle board, 3 bikes, yard games, board games, and a fire pit for our guest to use. We hope our home allows you to relax and enjoy all the beauty Crystal River has to offer.