Back up & Welcoming guests after hurricanes! Contact us for details
House in Crystal River, FL
9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
UPDATE AFTER HURICANES: HOUSE IS AVAILABLE! The house did sustain flooding during the recent hurricanes. It has beed remediatied and construction is done. New updated pictures will be posted soon. Currently the piictures listed are before the storm.
Please note after renovations we have decided to no longer accept pets. If you already have a reservation that includes your pet it will be honored.
If you want a home to hang out with friends and family this is the place! Relaxing, large home facing west so that you can enjoy the outdoor space & pool without harsh afternoon sun. House faces west meaning you can enjoy the pool at all times of the day! Not all homes are like this in the area, be careful which one you book!!
IF THIS HOME IS BOOKED PLEASE VISIT OUR OTHER PROPERTY FOR AVAILABILTY! VRBO # 2342296.
The openness of this home is its best feature. Large open kitchen with huge island & four extra large sliding glass doors that open to an outdoor pool side living area. The smart TV on patio makes it ideal to swim, grill out, fish and watch TV all while still outdoors enjoying the very best of the Nature Coast without the afternoon sun! From scalloping in the summer to swimming with manatees in the winter there is something for everyone in your party.
Make yourself comfortable in any of the three spacious bedrooms. This large 3 bedroom, 2 bath waterfront home sleeps 8 people (Max 6 adults). The gorgeous, L shaped heated pool overlooks the wide deep water canal. Bring your boat or you can launch our kayaks right from the floating dock. There is also a boat launch just 3 minutes away from the property.
All bedrooms have comfortable beds & smart TV's. A full hall bathroom is located between the two extra rooms & master has an en suite. In the living room you will find a twin size trundle bed that sleeps two, perfect for children.
The screened in sunroom/Lanai has a large flat screen smart TV that overlooks the pool, water and floating dock. Perfect for hanging out at the pool after a long day on the water. The back and side yards are fenced in perfect for watching children play or fish. There is a large 2 car garage with bicycles and plenty of storage area. There is room in the driveway for two vehicles & a boat trailer. No parking in garage, grass or street areas.
This home is located on a deep canal with Gulf access. VERY large boats access this canal easily. There is one bridge going out to the Gulf but it is 40 feet high so NO height restrictions. The house is about 5 miles from the scalloping grounds & approximately 5-10 minutes drive from King’s Bay, 3 sisters springs, and hunter springs and 35 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico by boat (its a NO WAKE ZONE in the River, please be careful with manatees!!!). Fort Island Beach is also very close by, and we highly recommend seeing a sunset there! Great pics for your social media!
If you love fishing/scalloping, this is the place to be! Crystal River has the best Scalloping grounds in the US., the best action is usually in 4-6 feet of water around Gomez Rocks at Latitude 2829.8, Longitude 8243.7. Offshore, there is shallow and deep water fishing. In the area there are large sailfin, catfish, sheepshead, red snapper, snook & redfish. You can also catch freshwater bass and trap blue crabs off the dock. The house is only a short walk or bicycle ride from the Crystal River State Park Reserve and the Mullet Hole fishing spot.
PLEASE NOTE: Security cameras are present recording 24/7 around the exterior of the house.
a. Two facing the front yard
b. One facing the side door
c. One facing the back yard and dock
d. One inside of garage
I've noted below some frequently asked questions:
** Check In is at 4pm. Unless otherwise confirmed with us for an early arrival. 12 noon check in with fee ($150) if calendar allows
** Entire property is NO smoking/ vaping
** The pool spa at this property is NOT a hot tub/jacuzzi. The "spa" does not heat up above the temperature of the pool. This is only a decorative feature.
** Fireplace is a decorative fireplace only. Not a working fireplace.
** Pool heater is set to 84 degrees. Only in winter.
** Max number of guest 8, Max adults 6.
** We No longer accept pets.
Keywords: House, home, heated pool, swimming pool, boat dock, vacation, swimming, scuba, manatee, springs, nature coast, fishing, snorkeling, diving, wildlife, scalloping, waterfront, west coast, recreation, birds, off shore fishing, biking, trails, beach, in shore fishing, kayaking, paddle board, canoe, hiking, salt water, pool, pet, dog, gulf, shopping, antiquing, pool, screened, boat, floating dock,
Please note after renovations we have decided to no longer accept pets. If you already have a reservation that includes your pet it will be honored.
If you want a home to hang out with friends and family this is the place! Relaxing, large home facing west so that you can enjoy the outdoor space & pool without harsh afternoon sun. House faces west meaning you can enjoy the pool at all times of the day! Not all homes are like this in the area, be careful which one you book!!
IF THIS HOME IS BOOKED PLEASE VISIT OUR OTHER PROPERTY FOR AVAILABILTY! VRBO # 2342296.
The openness of this home is its best feature. Large open kitchen with huge island & four extra large sliding glass doors that open to an outdoor pool side living area. The smart TV on patio makes it ideal to swim, grill out, fish and watch TV all while still outdoors enjoying the very best of the Nature Coast without the afternoon sun! From scalloping in the summer to swimming with manatees in the winter there is something for everyone in your party.
Make yourself comfortable in any of the three spacious bedrooms. This large 3 bedroom, 2 bath waterfront home sleeps 8 people (Max 6 adults). The gorgeous, L shaped heated pool overlooks the wide deep water canal. Bring your boat or you can launch our kayaks right from the floating dock. There is also a boat launch just 3 minutes away from the property.
All bedrooms have comfortable beds & smart TV's. A full hall bathroom is located between the two extra rooms & master has an en suite. In the living room you will find a twin size trundle bed that sleeps two, perfect for children.
The screened in sunroom/Lanai has a large flat screen smart TV that overlooks the pool, water and floating dock. Perfect for hanging out at the pool after a long day on the water. The back and side yards are fenced in perfect for watching children play or fish. There is a large 2 car garage with bicycles and plenty of storage area. There is room in the driveway for two vehicles & a boat trailer. No parking in garage, grass or street areas.
This home is located on a deep canal with Gulf access. VERY large boats access this canal easily. There is one bridge going out to the Gulf but it is 40 feet high so NO height restrictions. The house is about 5 miles from the scalloping grounds & approximately 5-10 minutes drive from King’s Bay, 3 sisters springs, and hunter springs and 35 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico by boat (its a NO WAKE ZONE in the River, please be careful with manatees!!!). Fort Island Beach is also very close by, and we highly recommend seeing a sunset there! Great pics for your social media!
If you love fishing/scalloping, this is the place to be! Crystal River has the best Scalloping grounds in the US., the best action is usually in 4-6 feet of water around Gomez Rocks at Latitude 2829.8, Longitude 8243.7. Offshore, there is shallow and deep water fishing. In the area there are large sailfin, catfish, sheepshead, red snapper, snook & redfish. You can also catch freshwater bass and trap blue crabs off the dock. The house is only a short walk or bicycle ride from the Crystal River State Park Reserve and the Mullet Hole fishing spot.
PLEASE NOTE: Security cameras are present recording 24/7 around the exterior of the house.
a. Two facing the front yard
b. One facing the side door
c. One facing the back yard and dock
d. One inside of garage
I've noted below some frequently asked questions:
** Check In is at 4pm. Unless otherwise confirmed with us for an early arrival. 12 noon check in with fee ($150) if calendar allows
** Entire property is NO smoking/ vaping
** The pool spa at this property is NOT a hot tub/jacuzzi. The "spa" does not heat up above the temperature of the pool. This is only a decorative feature.
** Fireplace is a decorative fireplace only. Not a working fireplace.
** Pool heater is set to 84 degrees. Only in winter.
** Max number of guest 8, Max adults 6.
** We No longer accept pets.
Keywords: House, home, heated pool, swimming pool, boat dock, vacation, swimming, scuba, manatee, springs, nature coast, fishing, snorkeling, diving, wildlife, scalloping, waterfront, west coast, recreation, birds, off shore fishing, biking, trails, beach, in shore fishing, kayaking, paddle board, canoe, hiking, salt water, pool, pet, dog, gulf, shopping, antiquing, pool, screened, boat, floating dock,
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Crystal River, FL
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Reviews
10.0
Melissa and Jose are very gracious and resourceful hosts. We appreciated that they were very helpful as far as places to explore and adventure to in the area. And they were constantly in touch with us during Tropical Storm Debby. Thankfully the wind and rain happened overnight and didn't preclude us from having fun on the canal with their fishing rods, kayaks, paddle boards, and canoe. And we especially enjoyed the pool and lovely Florida room for morning journaling time. Thank you again so much for the enjoyable stay!
10.0
Property was excellent! Great location and enjoyed the large central living space and pool. Host was very communicative.
10.0
Perfect house for a family going scalloping! Very large and spacious layout. We loved sitting at the bar table for our dinners! Outdoor pool area was big and comfortable! Loved the split floor plan so we had our space in the evenings. Dock was perfect for our boat!
10.0
All we needed to enjoy our special family celebration was available in this vacation home. A great week to have relaxation, recreation, and meaningful conversations.
10.0
I would recommend this home to anyone I know especially someone with a family. There is plenty of room for everyone to be comfortable. The property & home were very clean & supplied with everything you would need for your stay.
10.0
We had an amazing stay at the River Cottage! My husband, our pups, and I felt right at home. The house was impeccably clean and stocked with everything we needed. The host was incredibly welcoming and made sure our stay was perfect. We loved spending time by the pool, and the nearby restaurants were fantastic. We also brought our little boat and had a blast on the river. We’ll definitely be back! Highly recommend this lovely getaway. Thank you so much Melissa! ❤️
10.0
We enjoyed our stay at the home. The pool is a great feature. The house was clean and well stocked with most things needed to cook with while visiting. We also enjoyed walking to the nearby state park and paddling around in the canals. We will definitely try to stay again in the future.
10.0
Lots of room and many amenities! The beds were comfy and the kitchen was updated and well supplied. The spacious family room and lanai were great for visiting. Having a pool, use of kayaks and bikes made it extra fun for adults and kids. Our host, Melissa, was very welcoming and answered any questions we had promptly!
10.0
A wonderful stay. The house was spotless and well stocked. We enjoyed the pool and kayaks and canoe. Such a peaceful place. Will definitely return!
10.0
We had a wonderful stay at this property. We found the owners to be friendly and helpful and the house to be very thoroughly and thoughtfully equipped with anything you might need. Do read the description carefully as this home does not have a hot tub. The heated pool is very nice, however, and we had several enjoyable swims despite unseasonably cold temperatures. We would definitely stay here again and appreciated the hospitality we received!
10.0
Fantastic property with a great floor plan. We enjoyed fishing, the kayaks, paddelboards, and the pool was lovely (even in the rain). Highly recommended, and hope to stay again soon!
10.0
We have stayed at many VRBO rental houses over the years. This rental is by far the best ever! Our communication with Melissa (the host) was outstanding! Every question and problem was handled immediately. You need to not hesitate and book your trip right away!
10.0
such a great location and owners were so responsive when we had questions. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone. Thank you!!!!
10.0
This house was perfect for our family of six. The beds were the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in on vacation. The house is in a perfect location with easy access to all the water activities we wanted to do. Also had a great time using the paddle boards and kayaks right from the dock in the backyard! We were in Crystal River to swim with the manatees which was awesome! We also had a great time just hanging out at the house, playing games, fishing and swimming. We’d highly recommend staying at this home. Would definitely rent this house again. Melissa is an amazingly responsive host and answered a ton of our questions before we arrived. She even accommodated our request to change our dates. This house has tons of amenities! Way exceeded our expectations!!!!
10.0
Fantastic property! Great “half-way” point for my family. Fun family attractions within 15 minutes. The owner was quick to respond to any questions and provided a perfect spot for our Thanksgiving shenanigans!
10.0
Good location! Wonderful views of the canal, including wildlife and quiet surroundings.
Clean and well maintained property with a great kitchen. Fenced backyard perfect for small dog.
Responsive owner/manager.
Highly recommend!
10.0
Great
10.0
We have stayed here several times over the years. One of the best rentals in the neighborhood.
10.0
The house was so comfortable and fun! Loved the pool and outside tv area!! Close to scalloping and good restaurants!
10.0
Perfect location, perfect house, perfect vacation.
10.0
This is a great place to stay while in CR. It is clean, well stocked, and has a great open floor plan for family and friends! The location is perfect- close to a boat ramp and easy access to the springs and scallop grounds! I highly recommend this home for your vacation!
10.0
We have stayed at this house several times and love it. The house is very clean and well stocked. Melissa is a sweetheart and always quick to respond. We will be back soon! :)
10.0
The house was great! There is plenty of room and a great enclosed area around the pool. Melissa was very accommodating and quick to respond to questions. Would definitely recommend this house.
10.0
My family and I were very happy with the property. The location is a short trip to the ocean. The property is very quiet and peaceful. I would stay here again and would feel lucky to have booked this house.
10.0
The home was awesome for our family. The kids had a blast in the pool, and taking the boat out. Would definitely recommend this home for family vacations!
10.0
This was our second time staying at this home. Once again it was exactly like we expected. Clean inside and out. Well stocked kitchen, laundry room, and bathrooms. We love just hanging at the pool while our kids were swimming and fishing. Huge plus that the pool is heated. I’m not a fan of cold water. Even in the Florida heat. The neighborhood and neighbors are amazing. I wish I could give the host 10 stars. She was very helpful and responded quickly to any questions I had. We will definitely be back again.
10.0
We've stayed in this house 6 times, and it keeps getting better. Melissa and Jose made improvements, both large and small, since our stay last year - larger parking area, new stove, better lighting inside and out, excellent pool maintenance service, etc. It's in a very quiet neighborhood close to the restaurants and shopping on Hwy 19-98, yet far from traffic noise. Hungry Howie's delivers delicious pizzas to the door. Neighbors keep their outside lights to a minimum so we could go out to enjoy the full moon nights and the wonderful dark sky nights. The no-seeums more or less disappear after dusk!
Thanks Melissa and Jose for taking great care of a great house.
10.0
We had a wonderful time in this house and really enjoyed the outdoor space!!
10.0
This was our second time visiting the property and as always it was a pleasure. The house is clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked. We enjoyed time on the patio watching TV and the pool. Also a great location for walks/runs/hikes with two state parks right outside the front door.
Would definitely recommend..and we look forward to our next visit.
10.0
This is a lovely Florida-style house with a quiet street in the front and a neat little canal in the back. The house is literally a five minute away from our the charming downtown center of Crystal River.
My wife and I plus our 6 kids slept great, and the house had everything we needed. We will definitely be returning!!!
10.0
Melissa and Jose were great hosts and their home is very clean and comfortable. This is a great choice for people who like outdoor activities but may not have room to bring their own gear. They have paddle boards, kayaks, life vests and bikes. Location is very convenient to manatee swim tours and good seafood. We highly recommend this home!
10.0
We had a great stay. Hosts were very friendly and very responsive.
10.0
We have been traveling to crystal river every year for the last 8 years, and this property has been one of our favorites! Melissa was a pleasure to deal with. My husband, 14month old son, and I enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and had everything we needed! The boat launch was right down the road, which is helpful to me since I’m not the most comfortable pulling the trailer back to the house ;). My sister and her family came to stay a couple of days, her two teen children enjoyed the place including the pool, short ride to three sister springs, and short ride to the gulf to catch some scallops! Definitely would recommend this property for a no stress relaxing vacation!!
5.0
Melissa was amazing! Property has a fantastic set up for larger groups. Our visit was for scallop season, location was easy and you can pull your boat or boats right up to the sea wall. Very clean and they have covered every detail needed for an amazing vacation. Beautiful pool and sitting area for relaxing after a day on the boat. Homeowner makes check in and check out very easy with minimal chores required. Can’t wait to book this house again next year!
10.0
Amazing home with everything we needed. We had an amazing time. Owners we’re very nice and quick to respond to my inquiries. Thank you so much!
10.0
Nice place
Very clean, house was well stocked with pots, any type of dishes that were needed.
Small things that were forgotten from home kitchen was there!
Definitely would give them 5 stars on this house!
10.0
Surpass your expectations.
2nd time, will be back for a third.
10.0
Amazing, absolutely amazing
We stayed here for a girls trip - myself, a friend, and three teen girls. The property was well stocked, extremely clean, and absolutely perfect. The location is quiet and perfect for our morning runs. The park at the end of the road is beautiful and it is close to Three Sister Springs, gift shops, etc. Already booked my next trip!
10.0
Great House
This was the perfect house for our trip! We would definitely rent this house again.
10.0
R home
Quiet. Well appointed, clean home, I'd buy it
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Crystal River?
The average price for a rental in Crystal River is R 4,147 per night. This rental is R 3,447 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Back up & Welcoming guests after hurricanes! Contact us for details. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Back up & Welcoming guests after hurricanes! Contact us for details. Enjoy the water!
Is Back up & Welcoming guests after hurricanes! Contact us for details pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Back up & Welcoming guests after hurricanes! Contact us for details?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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