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The Tree House - Family Friendly, Great Yard, Waterfront

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Tree House - Family Friendly, Great Yard, Waterfront

You'll first arrive by driving over a bridge that brings you to your own private island neighborhood. Large oaks and cypress trees lined the perimeter of the large yard and 7 private springs. The house is situated on 2 lots, with a level shaded yard making it a welcome spot for families and friends to relax.

You will be greeted by a cheerful screened porch and a breathtaking view as you open the front door into the great room, featuring hand-hewed woodwork. The main part of the home has an open floor plan, flowing seamlessly between the great room and dining room (seats 8-10 people). Connected to the dining room is the kitchen, with meticulously handmade cabinetry, updated appliances, large pantry and powder room. In the evening, retreat to watch the sunset on the back porch with extensive seating area and look out tower for the sunsets.

The Master retreat features an ensuite master bath and stunning natural views. The other two bedrooms are located on the other side of the house with a shared full bath.

The area surrounding our river house is untouched Florida with spring-fed rivers, great fishing and bountiful lakes. Hike through unspoiled forests, go scalloping or explore our parks and attractions! Paddling Paradise. Exciting Water Activities. Outdoor Adventures. Meet A Manatee. So many activities to do.

The Tree House is a Modern, Custom Built, Stilt Home on King's Bay, Wood Beam Ceilings, 12 x 50 ft. Screen Porch, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath. Three story tower to view sunsets, wildlife and manatees. Floating dock for your boat or use house kayaks. Fishing and swimming in springs surrounded by the property. Gas grill, games, great gourmet cooking kitchen with modern appliances. This is a great home to relax and enjoy your family and nature.

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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
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 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 on the waterfront. 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 Preserve State Park. 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 Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 15 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tree House - Family Friendly, Great Yard, Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tree House - Family Friendly, Great Yard, Waterfront?

As of 5 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tree House - Family Friendly, Great Yard, Waterfront on 6 April 2026 start from NZ$1,142, 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 The Tree House - Family Friendly, Great Yard, Waterfront?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Tree House - Family Friendly, Great Yard, Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tree House - Family Friendly, Great Yard, Waterfront?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Tree House - Family Friendly, Great Yard, Waterfront located?

This family-friendly Crystal River holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (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

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles & Laura G.

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

Winter Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed "The Tree House!" You actually feel like you are in a tree house... the house and property surpassed our expectations. The house is clean and very well equipped with anything you may need. The kitchen is probably the most well equipped as far as a vacation rental that we have stayed in! The house is in a very friendly and quiet little neighborhood where we enjoyed meeting several of the neighbors. We brought our boat and kept it at the dock behind the house which is always a great perk! John was very responsive with any questions had. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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What a great place for a family getaway! Beautiful house right on the water.

This was a perfect vacation for us! John the owner, was always a phone call away, not that we needed to call as the house had everything you could need. You felt like you walked into your own house! The kitchen had everything from pots and pans and lots of dishes but more importantly, it was well stocked with spices, oil, all the necessities you needed. I have been in houses before where you had to buy even the basics, but not here! There was laundry detergent, soap, shampoo, extra everything. I think people are so comfortable and appreciative to find such a well stocked house, that they leave extras as well for the next guest. The yard was huge. We took our boat and docked it right there. Easy to get in and out, everything is very well maintained. Kayaks were at the property and our kids lived in them. Great screened in porch and crows nest for a sunset view. Everything was as described and I would highly recommend this property. Absolutely a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Thanks for the kind words, we're happy you had a fun vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

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

CR July 2022

This was a nice home in a great neighborhood. The screened-in porch was our favorite place for meals and hanging out.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Great House

We enjoyed or time at Crystal River and the house was very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

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

Perfect location to enjoy Crystal River

The house location on its own private spring was simply magical. The manatee were literally in our backyard and the house was equipped with kayaks so that we could take the kids directly over to several other islands.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Nice place

This home is a nice comfortable place to spend time with loved ones. If you are thinking of staying in Crystal River it is a great place to stay and avoid the hectic, stressful, crowded and pricey local hotels.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anthony A.

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

Great location

Great week/great location/perfect if your bringing a boat. Bbq grill and oven were dirty. A/c struggled to keep up in the heat of the day. Kitchen/cooking utensils perfect. Had a great week
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lou N.

River Ranch Delights!

The River Ranch in Crystal River was delightful and accurately reflected in photos. The home is beautifully decorated, very clean and well maintained. The property is located in a neighborhood but felt very private. We have been renting homes in CR for the past 8 years during scallop season and this was by far the cleanest, nicest place we have rented. We shared the home with another family and it easily accommodated our 2 families along with 2 boats. The bunk room was perfect for all the children. The kitchen is a cooks delight and equipped with everything you need for preparing meals. This includes plenty of pots, pans, utensils, glassware (including wine glasses) and updated appliances. Would suggest some bar stoles at island counter. The large covered screened porch was perfect for relaxing at the end of a long day on the water and kept the no-see-ums mosquito's out while the ceiling fans made it very pleasant. Navigating to the home by boat was a bit challenging at first but figured it out with help from friendly neighbors. The owners checked in to make sure everything was going well during our stay and promptly returned all deposit monies. The only complaint was not being allowed as outlined in contract to clean our scallops catch on property. A small inconvenience but not a deal breaker. I would definitely recommend this property and love to return to the River Ranch again.

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