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Beautiful Crystal River, springs, scallops & scuba diving with boat parking!

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Exterior
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A yellow house with a white fence, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A yellow-walled porch with a black table and beige cushions.
A covered patio area with a black table, white sofa, and wooden chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Watersports Marina
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hunter Spring Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Old Florida Room

1 Queen Bed

The Manatee Suite

1 King Bed

The Sunshine Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Alligator Alley Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

The Manatee Suite Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Crystal River, springs, scallops & scuba diving with boat parking!

Welcome to The Chubby Mermaid, a quaint 3-bedroom, 2-bath country cottage nestled in the heart of Citrus County. Tucked away on 5 acres of tranquility, it offers modern comforts like Wi-Fi, AC, and a kitchen ready to cook any delicious meals you want to make! Perfect for families or a group of friends looking for a peaceful getaway amidst nature's beauty.
Discover your home away from home at The Chubby Mermaid.

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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

No pets allowed
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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 and remove leftover food and drinks
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 # 4791449vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Crystal River

Located in Crystal River, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Sisters Springs and Fort Island Gulf Beach. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Map
Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • A Crystal River Kayak Company - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dan's Clam Stand - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Crystal River, springs, scallops & scuba diving with boat parking! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Crystal River, springs, scallops & scuba diving with boat parking!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Crystal River, springs, scallops & scuba diving with boat parking!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Crystal River, springs, scallops & scuba diving with boat parking!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Crystal River, springs, scallops & scuba diving with boat parking! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Bowlero Crystal River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hunter Spring Park and Crystal River Watersports Marina. Crystal River Preserve State Park and A Crystal River Kayak Company 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location to stay in Crystal River! My family lives in Pine Ridge, and this house was really convenient for us, making it easy to come and go as we needed. Our host was absolutely wonderful, and we had no issues at all. We'd love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Stacey M Lockhart

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I'm a native Floridian living in Pennsylvania. The Sunshine State will always be home to me though!

Why they chose this property

This property has been in our family for over 80 years and we are excited to share our family vacation home with you.

The house has all new appliances, furniture and everything you need to cook some delicious meals.

We have some board games to enjoy, cable tv and Roku.

What makes this property unique

Sits on 5 acres on land and the property is yours to enjoy, Whether it's tromping through the woods or relaxing by the fire pit.

There is also ample parking if you have multiple cars as well as a place to park your boat if you bring one.

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