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Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Lake Rousseau
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crystal River

Located within a leisurely stroll of Lake Rousseau, Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat is within a 15-minute drive of Bayfront Health Seven Rivers.

What's nearby

  • Lake Rousseau - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 20 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 21 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 38 min drive - 23.8 miles
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 40 min drive - 33.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Loft - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Pizza Joint Wood Fire Pies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Our Pub - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat

Summary:
Professor Rousseau invites you to stay in his Fishing RV Retreat, one of several themed adventures awaiting special guests like you! This Private RV provides you a wonderful vacation atmosphere. We are in a secluded area, allowing you to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city and get in touch with nature. You’ll enjoy access to 300' of shoreline, a dock, and boat ramp. We welcome leashed furry friends at no additional cost!

BEDS
1 Queen Bed
2 Futons

The Space:
Professor Rousseau had you in mind when designing your space. He insisted on comfortable furnishings that include a fully equipped RV kitchen and on-site laundry facilities to name a few. While Professor Rousseau was away on his most recent adventure, we converted his carport to a fabulous outdoor retreat complete with ample seating for all guests, a quaint fire pit, and a grill. We have provided you with many seating options to include Adirondack chairs surrounding the second wood-burning fire pit, dockside seating, plus your very own private seating area right outside your doors. Bring your boat, canoe, kayak, fishing equipment, binoculars, and camera! The sights and sounds are unlike anything you may have experienced both by day and night. All the wildlife here loves Professor Rousseau and you, his special guest!

THE DIFFERENCE
Professor Rousseau has a deep and personal commitment to you as his Guest to provide the highest standard of cleanliness. We will spend several hours between each stay to thoroughly clean and sanitize all surfaces.

Guest Access:
We have plenty of off-street parking for your vehicle, boat, canoes, or kayaks.

We have a special parking area for boats and trailers. Please let us know if you will be bringing one so we may direct you to the parking area.

The Neighborhood:
Crystal River is best known as one of the few places in the world that vacationers may swim alongside the manatees in person during their winter refuge at Hunter Springs Park and Kings Bay. Hunter Springs Park features a sandy beach for swimmers, a kayak launch, a picnic area, plus a boardwalk for viewing manatees. Kings Bay also has a kayak launch, fishing pier, and three waterfront restaurants serving seafood, often fresh off the boat from the two waterfront fishing operations. Within a few blocks of these two iconic manatee hangouts are several incredible restaurants, cafes, and unique shopping venues on North Citrus Avenue. One of Professor Rousseau’s favorite places to shop and dine is Amy’s.

Another City close by is Dunnellon. For those of you that have decided to launch your boat and travel to the Withlacoochee and Rainbow Rivers, two notable restaurants are the Blue Gator Tiki Bar and Swampy’s. Leave early to grab your boat parking spot during busy seasons!

Check out the menus for these restaurants and more in your Fishing RV Retreat Home Book.

Getting Around:
If your idea of getting around includes a boat, kayak, or canoe, or if you enjoy fishing, you’ll love Professor Rousseau’s. Fish from our dock and utilize our fish cleaning station next to the shore. Launch your aquatic device from our private boat ramp or dock, and you’re on Lake Rousseau, a human-made 3,657-acre lake that offers incredible fishing opportunities. You'll find walleye, pike, smallmouth, and occasionally largemouth bass, year-round.

Safety first! The lake is full of submerged stumps that provide cover for fish. Keep in mind high-speed boating may be dangerous.

In your Fishing RV Retreat book, you will find a map of the boat pathway to the Withlacoochee and Rainbow Rivers which feeds our beautiful lake with water. The Rainbow River begins with a headspring basin that produces between 400-600 million gallons of freshwater per day. This river provides us with a glimpse of rare habitats full of a wide variety of fish, wildlife, plants, and looking-glass clear waters. If you would like access to the Gulf of Mexico several public boat ramps are available including one that is only a few miles away from your front door.

Other Things to Note:
Furnishings and accessories may vary.

Interaction with Guests:
Professor Rousseau believes that you are the most important person on earth during your stay as our guest. He understands that you may have questions or need something else, including recommendations for tours, dining, things to do, and places to see. Our team is committed to being available via the Airbnb app, or text. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything. It is Professor Rousseau’s goal that you are 100% satisfied with your stay and he looks forward to reading your 5-star review. Let us know what you need to make this happen!
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Kitchens, washing machines, and balconies are also available.

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

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

Quiet Hours are 10:00pm-8:00am We ask that pets remain on a leash at all times Please pick up after your pets and deposit in the trash receptacle ...

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Free

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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: 12:00 PM
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park at Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

Does Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat include a casino?

No, Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Does Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat.