Within a short walk of Crystal River Preserve State Park, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Fort Island Trail Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
Hunter Spring Park - 12 min drive - 5.9 miles
Three Sisters Springs - 13 min drive - 5.9 miles
Crystal River Watersports Marina - 15 min drive - 8.0 miles
Crystal River Archaeological State Park - 19 min drive - 9.0 miles
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 97 min drive
Restaurants
Cody's Original Roadhouse - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Burger King - 11 min drive
Sara's Diner - 11 min drive
Cracker's Bar & Grill - 12 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.
Relaxing retreat on the water-10 minutes to Gulf and Springs!
It’s time to unwind on Florida’s Nature Coast! You and up to five guests will enjoy a full week in a two bedroom/two bath waterfront home in Crystal River. Your vacation home is located on a deep-water canal halfway between Shell Island and Kings Bay off of Ft. Island Trail. The location makes this house a dream for fishing, scalloping, kayaking or just good ole’ relaxation!
Unwind on the back deck and/or dock with a cocktail or two while enjoying the evening sunset. The 50’ dock has plenty of space for your boat and features an outdoor shower, fish cleaning table and ladder. Your vacation home sits just seven houses from the open waters of the river and includes the use of four kayaks that will get you to the river in just minutes.
The house comfortably sleeps six adults and features two master bedrooms (king beds), two bathrooms, family room with two sofas and a recliner, eat-in dinette and a Florida room that serves as an additional family room/sleeping area with a queen sleeper sofa, leather chair and ottoman and dining room table for four.
Additional features include boat trailer parking, Wi-Fi, cable TV, BBQ grill, washer, dryer, one car garage with refrigerator/freezer, four adult & youth life vests, fully stocked kitchen, Keurig coffee maker, regular coffee maker, blender, mixer and crockpot. If weather keeps you indoors, we have puzzles, games and books for you to enjoy.
Your Crystal River vacation home is one and a half miles to the east of the Fort Island Trail Park & Boat Ramp, four miles from Ft. Island Trail Beach, and four miles west of the Plantation Inn and Golf Resort as well as Winn-Dixie and numerous restaurants.
By water the options are endless… explore and fish pristine grass flats and backcountry mangrove forests that are full of redfish, snook and trout or the nearshore shallow waters that are home to some of the best scalloping in the state as well as cobia, gag grouper, tarpon, triple tail and black drum. When you’re not fishing you can cruise to Kings Bay, Three Sisters Spring, Hunter Springs, numerous waterfront restaurants and the Plantation Inn & Golf Resort.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table.
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Crystal River within a short 14-minute walk of Crystal River Preserve State Park. You'll also find Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
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.
Is Relaxing retreat on the water-10 minutes to Gulf and Springs! good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a firepit.
Does Relaxing retreat on the water-10 minutes to Gulf and Springs! have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Relaxing retreat on the water-10 minutes to Gulf and Springs!?
Yes, every accommodation at Relaxing retreat on the water-10 minutes to Gulf and Springs! comes with a deck with some featuring water views.
Relaxing retreat on the water-10 minutes to Gulf and Springs! Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Bryan Z.
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Great Owners
Love this property, this was our second time staying there. Great water access, very comfortable and communication has always been excellent. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again!
Bryan Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela B.
May 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Water front
What a wonderful stay we had. This is a great place to relax, enjoy boating and fishing. All the amenities you need. We will definitely be back. Great location
Angela B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly S., ORLANDO
Apr 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for boaters
Wonderful place and hosts. We have stayed twice and both times they have been so kind and accommodating.
We also have a bass boat that we launch at the public boat ramp just past the little community before we head to the house. The drive down to the house a little much with the boat but piece of cake with just the trailer. We just put in the boat first and take it out last we have packed everything up. Works great!
Kimberly S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan M.
Mar 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family getaway
This was the perfect "home base" while we were in the area to visit family. Getting in and out of the front/back/garage doors using the codes was very easy (especially if you read the hosts' very thorough and helpful directions first). With two bathrooms and lots of seating we had plenty of space inside when everyone was there to spend time together. All the amenities in the home worked wonderfully and it was a comfortable and cozy stay for all of us. We used the kitchen (and the porch) pretty much every day. The kayaks were a lot of fun and the neighborhood was quiet at night. Definitely would stay here again! Thank you for everything.
Megan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Timothy S.
Jan 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
House was clean and well stocked. Central location on the river makes it convenient to everything. We will definitely stay here next time
Timothy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
William M.
Dec 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend
We pickec this house because of its location. Close to many things to do in the county. The kayaks were a must and go in easy at high tide. Manatees are a plenty in the region. We used the BBQ worked perfectly. Florida room was a nice bonus.
William M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephen M.
Jun 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay in Crystal River
We enjoyed our stay at this property. The house is furnished with everything you need. Having a dock on a deep water canal so close to the river make this place perfect for those bringing your boat. There is plenty of room to park a trailer at the house as well. The owner was easy to work with and check in/out was easy. We would definitely stay here again!
Stephen M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Rhonda D.
Apr 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place , too much $ for short stay
Stayed 1 Full day and 2 nights and spent close to $900, it was clean and cute, but not worth that much $, luckily we saw manatees going out on the kayaks making it more memorable but it wasn’t easy getting them in and out of the water , this location is more
Worth it if you have a boat and or staying for a longer period of time
Rhonda D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly S., ORLANDO
Apr 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cozy Fishing Retreat
Perfect Cozy Fishing Retreat
Kimberly S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan S.
Feb 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Girls Getaway!
Had a great time in this perfect Florida retreat! House was clean, well stocked and near everything we wanted to see.