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House of Shells 🐚 Fenced yard, 🐶 friendly, 🔥 pit

Vacation home in Crystal River with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Bowlero Crystal River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crystal River

Located 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Bowlero Crystal River, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Three Sisters Springs. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Bowlero Crystal River - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 24 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Copp Winery & Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Magueyes - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dan's Clam Stand - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

House of Shells 🐚 Fenced yard, 🐶 friendly, 🔥 pit

Bring the whole family to this great house surrounded by a beautiful garden and backyard, where your furry friends can run free, centrally located to all attractions in Crystal River! Beautiful garden and sunsets!!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

There is absolutely no smoking on the back patio. All smoking must be in open air in the yard or street. There will be a $500 fine if violated

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Crystal River, close to Three Sisters Springs, Hunter Spring Park, and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. You'll also find Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge and Plantation Inn and Golf Resort within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about House of Shells 🐚 Fenced yard, 🐶 friendly, 🔥 pit?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does House of Shells 🐚 Fenced yard, 🐶 friendly, 🔥 pit have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at House of Shells 🐚 Fenced yard, 🐶 friendly, 🔥 pit?

Yes, every accommodation at House of Shells 🐚 Fenced yard, 🐶 friendly, 🔥 pit comes with a deck.

House of Shells 🐚 Fenced yard, 🐶 friendly, 🔥 pit Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Did not have any pets. Laundry service was great, except need more wash clothes.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Teresa W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
House was not very clean. Stains in carpet and the house had an unpleasant odor. Drawer was broken in kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Chrystal L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, the property served its purpose. It does have a cute charm to it. Updating is needed to the interior. Host communicates well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Id stay again

The house was good sized, nice fenced in back yard. It is at the end of a dirt/rock road, which was not stated in the description, but over all it was clean and the hostess always responded promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

amber f.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammy B.

Recommendations

Needs a better stocked kitchen, ie, mixing pot holders dish towels, measuring cups and spoons. replace counter tops, the paint is flaking off
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy beds and great patio

We enjoyed our stay in the House of Shells. The beds were very comfortable and the patio was great! Plenty of room for five adults. We were also able to walk into town which was nice. Unfortunately the firepit was out of commission during our stay. Otherwise, the listing is accurate. The host was very responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey M.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mixed reviews

Good reviews on webpage and was excited about layout for 6 people. Overall clean. One bedroom had no working outlets, large hole in backyard very dangerous. Furnace needs maintenance. Didn’t use but washer and dryer were good. Beds were comfortable . No minimum daysnights would have love to had light blanket.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall, good stay with lots of beds/bedrooms

This was a decent (7/10) stay for us (family of 6, with 4 kids). It had plenty of beds and there weren't any frills but it did have what we needed. The owner was really easy to communicate with, allowed us early check in and move our date. The biggest drawback though is that it had a few roaches (both dead and alive) in the bathroom and kitchen. The neighborhood and location was fine - I never felt unsafe or anything. It anything, I imagine the neighbors would have let us join their bonfire
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

erick a.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness

HOS

Overall the home is very warm and welcoming. It sits at the end of a DIRT street, and you may have to avoid some livestock on the way in. But aside, the neighborhood, the house is extremely clean. and the beds are super comfy. The only real complaint I would have is that the water heater needs to be turned down, nothing like accidently burning yourself trying to wash your hands.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Scalloping Base Camp

Close to Crystal River, and all of the scalloping spots. The neighborhood was definitely downscale, but the accommodations were clean. The host is extremely friendly and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

olga b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Family Home

Clean, comfortable home. It was nice having 4 bedrooms and a very spacious back patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

We stayed here couple of nights so we could swim with the Manatees Great clean place Loved the fenced in yard, comfortable beds Look forward to return
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancee D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Nice size house with nice floor plan for our group. Nice big kitchen for all of us. The Florida room in the back was great for sitting out and playing cards. We tried to have a fire in the firepit but the wood we bought wouldn’t light so our dreams of s’mores went out the window but otherwise, it was a wonderful stay. Nice restaurants close by and a Publix was just a minute away, highly recommend as a great and reasonable location if you are going to see the manatee.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Swim with the manatee

Kayak and boat ride
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay for your manatee trip

Plenty of space for our group. Great, fast communication with owner, just a few minutes for 3 sisters springs. Good value!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa N.,

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Lots of room for a family getaway. The yard and 4-season room was perfect for chilling out and game playing-large! So close to Publix and a good Mexican restaurant. If you’re visiting Crystal River to go exploring and watching Manatees this is the place. Not overpriced, worth the money!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy e.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this house

This is our Hurricaine. Rental while our house is getting fixed. Great stay
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert e., Crystal river

Liked: Cleanliness

home away from home

we were flooded outof our house in crystal river and found shell house for a stay till our home is finished in november we are stayin ghere till halloween then going home this is a perfrct home away from home
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

House of Shells

The house is on a dead end dirt street the very last house. I was a little concerned about the neighbors because of the condition of their rental houses but they are all quiet and no issues. I loved the fenced in yard because we brought our small dog. She travels with us. The yard needed to be mowed though. We were there for a week and it seemed nice to be able to cook our meals instead of eating out if we stayed in a hotel which are hard to find pet friendly with green space.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gay S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great yard

We really enjoyed our stay at this place which is perfect for dogs! Nice big yard. Clean and comfortable home.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

April W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Plenty of room to relax

Cute house with plenty of room to spread out. Large kitchen, large lining room and four large bedrooms. Kitchen was well stocked. Spacious Florida room was our favorite .Quick response from the manager when we had a question. Very quiet street. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023