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Homosassa Riverfront Retreat - Deep Dock - Family Friendly! - Relax & Enjoy!

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Deck Relaxing
Deepwater Dock! Directly on the Homosassa River.
(2) Kayaks with all the gear for a safe paddle to the springs!
Pet a curious Manatee!... Courtesy of Fran Reisner www.journeyinfocus.com
Interior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Homosassa, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Guest #1

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Homosassa Riverfront Retreat - Deep Dock - Family Friendly! - Relax & Enjoy!

Discover this fun riverfront vacation home, perfect for your family or couples getaway. (6) Person maximum. It's a large, comfortable and very clean home with stunning riverfront views. An authentic "Homosassa Riverfront Retreat", ready for you, friends and family to enjoy. Private Community Boat Ramp included! No Pets allowed!

Our "5 Star" guest rated 3BR/2BA home is centrally located near the Homosassa Springs for manatee viewing and the Gulf for secluded beaches, great fishing and catching scallops. Deep water dock directly on the Homosassa River in a No Wake zone. Also it is located 12 miles from World Woods Golf Club, Florida’s only 5 star public course.

Look on the map and see the short easy walk from the home to waterfront restaurants and Tiki-bars. Forget something? Take a quick trip, walk or bike ride down the street, buy a gallon of milk, a bottle of wine, groceries, beer and more.

Explore the town of Homosassa with a boat ride, paddle or scenic drive to local restaurants, stores, shopping areas and attractions. Or choose instead to go off the beaten path and find your own secluded waterways. The special places nearby, where a mother manatee swims with her calf in clear waters full of fish. Places like the backyard deck where dolphin swim, manatee visit and friendly birds fly and visit each day. You'll be in the middle of everything you want and perfectly far enough away from it all.

The residence is fully furnished in every way. Comfortable beds sleep 6 adults or children. Cook your meals in the fully equipped kitchen or walk outside to one of the deck-side grills. Free cable television and free wireless Internet is included. Enjoy the screened outdoor Lanai or relax on the large waterside deck. Save your vacation money using the (included) two tandem kayaks. All available for your free use as our guests, with helmets and lot's of gear and extra's for water play or a fun trip to the nearby springs.

Have a rainy Florida day? Relax and enjoy yourself under the cover of the screened Lanai.

Boaters will love the new deep water 28' dock plus 59' more feet of "no-wake" seawall space and our nearby private Community Boat Ramp. A boat trailer can be parked onsite. Your Boat, kayaks, canoes and jet skis can be left ready to go and secured on the many dock areas. Walk out back and swim with the manatee or jump into your boat, kayaks or canoe, the large double waterfront lot provides over 100' of docking options with cleats.

The deck area is large and within arm's reach of the Manatees, Dolphins, River Otters and Fish. Watch and enjoy the local wildlife or catch fish and blue crabs right here. We include fishing rods, tackle and crab traps for your use. The sink located on the Deck will help you clean your fish & scallops, (plus keep your hands clean).

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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
Bring your childrens PFD's Supervise at all times!
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Events

No events allowed
No parties allowed. 6 person maximum on property.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoor smoking only! Porch okay

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Just leave it clean like you found it. Our cleaners will wash the towels and sheets plus remake the beds.
Remember! We don't charge a cleaning fee! Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Government ID Required: Primary renter must Email or Text a copy to: xxx-xxx-xxxx or ----@--------.---
NO PETS ALLOWED! One boat docking allowed per group. Additional boats at $75. per night
(6) Six Person Maximum! Do not rent this home if you have more than 6 persons in your party.

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
Note from host: No parties allowed. 6 person maximum on property.
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

About the area

Homosassa

Located in Homosassa, this holiday home is near theme parks and 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 Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and hunting nearby.
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Homosassa, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 11 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 32 min drive - 45.0 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 38 min drive - 48.4 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's / Red Burrito - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Homosassa Riverfront Retreat - Deep Dock - Family Friendly! - Relax & Enjoy! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Homosassa Riverfront Retreat - Deep Dock - Family Friendly! - Relax & Enjoy! ?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Homosassa Riverfront Retreat - Deep Dock - Family Friendly! - Relax & Enjoy! on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$475, 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 Homosassa Riverfront Retreat - Deep Dock - Family Friendly! - Relax & Enjoy! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Homosassa Riverfront Retreat - Deep Dock - Family Friendly! - Relax & Enjoy! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Homosassa Riverfront Retreat - Deep Dock - Family Friendly! - Relax & Enjoy! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Homosassa Riverfront Retreat - Deep Dock - Family Friendly! - Relax & Enjoy! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Riverhaven Marina and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. Citrus County Dog Park and Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place the birds where awesome they came everyday for there mullet. It was pretty cool great fishing close by to everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay! Amenities were perfect and good communication with host. Can’t wait for next trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this house could not have been better. It was a joy to wake up each morning and look out over the river. The weather was cold so we didn’t enjoy the kayaks. The house was well equipped and check in was very easy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is just the BEST place! Communication with the host is excellent. The house is equipped with everything you could need. The location is perfect. We had to leave a day early because of the winter storm coming and not one of us was happy to have to go. We could have stayed a week. Thank you for a wonderful, peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed it and willBe back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for our scalloping trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location on the river. Lots of wildlife!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Close to everything, but far enough away to enjoy the quiet. House was comfortable and well appointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

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

Great location amd plenty of space!

This is our 2nd time staying here. It is very convenient to the springsand restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sergey B.

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

Great location!

Excellent!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, we loved the screened porch, fished everyday, caught some kind of snapper, catfish, Jack Crevalle, even caught a small stingray. Saw Dolphin twice. Only negative I would say is the couches were very short, and the queen mattress in the guest room not very comfortble. Overall great stay and would definitely go back. I asked a lot of questions to the owners, and they always gave a prompt reply.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Great place to stay.

We love this place.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marsha L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view, porch & space are great! The birds were fun and we did see a dolphin at the deck.The sunrises were were gorgeous! The negatives were that the place needs a spring cleaning as there was lots of dust, especially on the curtains and window sills. The sofas are shorter than normal and the window chairs have seen better days. We enjoyed the stay in spite of the those things. Swinging on the porch, watching the river was very peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Betty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The home and furniture was very dated. The bathroom sink was very slow to drain. View was very nice. Very close neighbors
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adequate
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Annual Scallop Trip

Awesome views and plenty of inside & outdoor area. Definitely coming back here. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy H.

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

Third time was charming

This was our third trip to this property in Homosassa Fl. We love it there on the river. Great fishing off the dock, 16 manatees paid us a visit. So much to do nearby and the house is perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George V.

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

Wild Life Galore

Great river views with dozens of ducks of all sizes and a heron you can almost feed by hand. House is in a nice location and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent trip at Ray and Barb's riverfront home. From the amazing river views where we saw manatee, turtles, fish, and dolphins, plus the numerous birds who visit frequently, to the fantastic location near several restaurants (a few within walking distance), quick drive to Crystal River to swim with the manatees, and short drive to the Wildlife Park, this property was exactly what we were looking for. The river was a bit too chilly for swimming in December but we still enjoyed sitting on the dock just watching the boats go by and sitting in the lanai playing card games. Clean accomodations for our group of 4. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. We didn't cook with the exception of some quick and easy breakfast foods like bagels and toast, but the kitchen appeared to be well stocked. They have kayaks and what looked like some water toys and safety equipment as well. We would love to come again for scallop season and maybe can enjoy the river a bit more. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wyatt P.

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

Ray and Barb are excellent hosts!!

We enjoyed our stay!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Waterfront getaway

Four of us stayed for a weekend getaway to experience Florida’s natural beauty. We enjoyed views from the house and dock and even watched a summer storm roll in from the safety of the covered porch. We spotted all kinds of visitors in the river, including manatees!Access to kayaks and fishing gear made the stay even more exciting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Great location

Great location! Plenty of dock space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Great visit

The stay was great. Two grands ages 10 and 12 crabbed, fished, scalloped and kayaked. Rained every day but sitting on lanai was peaceful. Kitchen was more than adequate. Forget watching weeknight tv…never got networks. Restaurants in area were outstanding. Will return in future years.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Baruch K.

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

Relaxing

Awesome place...highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Nice stay

Great location or river. Boat ramp right next door was very convenient. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Homosassa Riverfront Retreat Home - RaynBarb

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We are a friendly couple, two regular and down-to-earth people who have been in and around Florida for over 40 years, then we discovered Homosassa and started vacationing here many years ago. We've always had a lot of friends in the area and have made many more. It's a very friendly place.

Ray is retired from both the US military and a State law enforcement agency. Barb works for the Federal government at a local base. We have 2 children (Ryan and Sarah) plus a grand-daughter (Jayda) who all love it here. In our travels, we rented in various locations in the Homosassa area before finding and buying in this perfect location. Read the reviews to see why our family, friends and all of our vacation rental guests now love this home as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

It's pretty simple really, the town of Homosassa is small and still has "Old Florida Charm", the Homosassa Spring and it's river attracts incredible amounts of wildlife you won't find anywhere else. The best place we found to enjoy Homosassa is in our neighborhood. We literally waited for years to find and buy this home. It's large, comfortable and very clean on a double riverfront lot. This gives the home and deck area, spectacular views that just can't be found on typical riverfront or canal lots. The river narrows just enough here, to channel the fish, manatee and dolphins to mostly swim right in front of our dock and deck area. The perfect place for relaxing, viewing and fishing. Add-in the convenience of a short walk or drive to fun places to eat and drink and you see why, we and our guests just love this place.


Here, you watch sunrises & sunsets floating on the clouds, filled with birds, boats, tree's, dolphin and visiting manatee, each and every day.




We figured out that to have a riverfront retreat, you need to be able to retreat when you want to...




What makes this property unique

The very first time we visited here, we knew this was a very special home. It’s peaceful, calm and welcoming, the kind of place where you can leave the world behind and unwind. Relax in the privacy of the deck area with an ice cold drink or a bottle of wine. Cook a tasty meal on the grill or cool yourself just a few feet away in the spring-fed river. Relax in a floating lounge chair or jump into your Boat, Kayaks or Canoe and explore the area on a nice sunny day. There are many options here that everyone loves...


Close your eyes and you feel the cool river breezes coming off of the water. Open them and watch dolphins, manatee, otters and fish swim by. If you look up, there are birds in the sky above. Listen, and you can often hear the Manatee and Dolphin, their tails gently splashing and the snorts they make, as they surface while they swim by you on the waterside deck.

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