Located in Crystal Shores within a mile (2 km) 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 private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
Crystal River Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
Three Sisters Springs - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
Fort Island Gulf Beach - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles
World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 58 min drive - 45.9 miles
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 105 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Bayside Kraft Kitchen - 11 min drive
Subway - 10 min drive
Taco Bell - 10 min drive
Cracker's Bar & Grill - 11 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.
Remodeled and Ready for Guests. Amazing Central Location! Pool-Dock-Kayaks-Pets
CASA DEL SOL OUR HOME IN THE SUN
Are you shopping for the perfect location for your family's vacation, girls weekend, scalloping or fishing trip? If so, look no further! With a heated pool, kayaks, four tastefully staged bedrooms, two full baths, and a chef's dream kitchen complete with high-end appliances and tons of workspace, Casa Del Sol checks all the boxes. If your idea of a dream vacation is kicking back and relaxing by the pool, playing with the Manatees, morning strolls along the river, kayaking or limiting out on Red Fish and Scallops, then your quest is over. Casa Del Sol isn't just another vacation rental, it's our personal vacation home, and we feel privileged to share it with our guests.
Located just below King's Bay on a deep-water lagoon, Casa Del Sol is in one of the few neighborhoods in Crystal River that legally allows short term vacation rentals. Our upscale neighborhood consists of several small islands just off the main river. For kayakers, we are a 30-minute paddle to Three Sister's or Hunter Springs. Don’t have a kayak. No worries, we provide two kayaks for your use and there are rental shops within a few miles of the home. The islands around our home are a kayaker's dream where it is common to encounter dolphin, sea turtles and manatees. Our area is quiet and peaceful unlike the touristy Spring area. For boaters and fishermen, our home is just five houses off the main channel on a deep-water lagoon. We are below the "No Wake Zones" found on Kings Bay - without bridges, tide concerns or long boring canal rides to the main channel or gulf. There's a 24' floating boat dock that will accommodate two small boats or one large. We also have a fish cleaning station with lights, electricity and running water. There are two boat launches within five minutes of the house. By car, we are located just off Fort Island Trail half-way between Crystal River and Fort Island Trail Beach.
In 2025, our home received an extensive remodel after Hurricane Helene. We went for a fun, upbeat Boho Chic vibe with mermaid and octopus bedrooms, and a great bar area all in tropical shades of crimson and teal. The home is filled with artwork from the Crystal River area creating a unique perspective on coastal living. The home boasts four full bedrooms (3 King Beds and a Queen) and two custom designed bathrooms. The master bath has a large, beautifully appointed, walk-in shower, double sinks and separate water closet.
We put careful consideration into every element of our home. We designed, stocked and furnished the home with our guests in mind. From first-aid kits to beach towels, we have tried to think of everything you might need, and we don't skimp on quantity or quality. Our maintenance team and cleaning staff are fantastic. If something breaks, we fix it, and the home is spotless. We have high standards, and we believe in treating our guests as we would want to be treated on our vacation. We are honest, fair and happy to be in a position to share the homes that we have been blessed with. So, take a moment, look at the pictures and check-out Casa Del Sol.
Master Suite - Serta pillow top King bed - wall mounted 42" Smart TV Bedroom #2 Queen bed Bedroom #3 King bed Bedroom #4 King bed
A Queen Air Mattress is also provided for two additional guests.
The main living room has a 75" Roku Smart TV and DVD player, DVD's and large overstuffed couch and chair.
The pub room has a unique beverage bar made from reclaimed wood from South America that seats four on leather bar stools and a pub table that seats an additional four.
The family room has a game cabinet, book lending library and 42" Smart TV.
The master bedroom has a 42" Roku Smart TV.
The kitchen is well stocked with dishes for 12, a host of small appliances including a deep fryer, crock pot, blender, and plenty of pots, pans, serving bowls and new stainless-steel appliances. The kitchen also has a breakfast bar with seating for five. The dining room has a dining table that seats six.
The home has Wi-Fi and Streaming ROKU TV.
At Casa Del Sol you can fish and watch manatees from the private boat dock. If you enjoy fishing, trout, snapper, cobia and redfish are abundant in the area. Professional guides are available for fishing excursions. Kayakers can pack a snack, board the kayaks - provided with your rental - and head for Three Sister's Spring - for a day of sight-seeing and Manatee watching. Manatees frequent our cove and can be seen from the dock along with other area wildlife. At the end of the day relax by the pool. Whatever you decide to do during your stay, you and your family are sure to go home with lifelong memories from your stay at Casa Del Sol - our home in the sun!
THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL $25.00 PER NIGHT, PER PERSON FEE FOR PARTIES OVER 8. WE ALLOW A MAXIMUM OF 10 GUESTS INCLUDING CHILDREN AND ADULTS. ONE PET IS ALLOWED WITH AN ADDITIONAL $75 PET FEE.
The Snowbird Rate requires a minimum stay of 29 nights.
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 expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace. Housekeeping is available on request.
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Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Dock
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
No elevator (single-level property)
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Boat
Fish cleaning table
Gym
Heated pool
Kayak
Water park
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 2,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 35
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
No more than one boat trailer and 3 cars at the home at any given time. Parking is not allowed on the street or on the lot next to the home at anytim
Please respect our neighbors. Quiet time after 10 PM Observe no wake in canal. 15 miles an hour on streets.
Please do not tamper with the electronic systems in the home to include: Televisions, Security Cameras, Pool Pumps or Sprinkler Systems.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: 1 large OR 2 small dogs allowed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 35
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Crystal Shores within a short 18-minute walk of Crystal River Preserve State Park. You'll also find Three Sisters Springs and Plantation Inn and Golf Resort within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is accessible parking available.
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, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
Is
Remodeled and Ready for Guests. Amazing Central Location! Pool-Dock-Kayaks-Pets good for couples?
At this historic vacation home, couples will welcome the many amenities including a private pool and a fireplace along with an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at
Remodeled and Ready for Guests. Amazing Central Location! Pool-Dock-Kayaks-Pets?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although cats and 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.
Are there rooms with balconies at
Remodeled and Ready for Guests. Amazing Central Location! Pool-Dock-Kayaks-Pets?
Yes, every accommodation at
Remodeled and Ready for Guests. Amazing Central Location! Pool-Dock-Kayaks-Pets comes with a deck with some featuring water views.
Remodeled and Ready for Guests. Amazing Central Location! Pool-Dock-Kayaks-Pets Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Colleen F., Florida
Nov 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Best kitchen! We used it all for our Thanksgiving feast…
Colleen F.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie H.
Oct 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The home was beautifully decorated and so clean! The layout of 2BR on each end was perfect and plenty of room in between. The updated kitchen was a dream and well equipped-we loved the dishes :)The kids loved the pool and we all spent a lot of time fishing on the dock and enjoying the view. What a great family vacation.!! The owner responded almost immediately with any small concerns that we had.
Bonnie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joseph B.
Sep 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in a great location.
Joseph B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
ChrisP14
Sep 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Del Sol! The house is set up well for our group of 6. The house was very clean, pool was spotless and the floating dock was perfect for our larger 30ft center console. The kitchen was outfitted with all cookware and utensils needed. The host contacted me while on my way to the residence to give me all information needed for our stay.We couldn't have been happier with the residence and the host. If you have a boat you're bringing we highly suggest Casa Del Sol. We've made this trip for scalloping 3 years now and not having to launch the boat every boat day was a major plus. The residence is at the very back of a small inlet which stays very calm and plenty far enough away from boat wakes.We talked to multiple neighbors who we encountered walking the neighborhood and all were very nice.Thank you for helping make our vacation even better!
ChrisP14
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandy B.
Jul 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Such a comfortable place that felt like home within moments of getting there! Home had everything we could possibly want and the owner was super quick to check in with us and respond to anything we needed. Would stay there again! Loved the boat dock, river access and view!
Sandy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather N.
Jul 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was clean and comfortable. It had all the comforts of a home and was well equipped for cooking. Enjoyed the pool and water access from the dock. We would definitely stay here again.
Heather N.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jorge T.
Jul 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great scalloping house
The house was beautiful! Very convenient to dock the boat outside and head out to scallop. Great place to stay!
Jorge T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angela H., Marietta
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Title
Great stay
Angela H.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Crystal J.
Jun 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great waterfront home
Was super clean and very comfortable. We saw dolphins, manatees and an alligator off the dock. The enclosed pool was great. Overall one of the more comfortable homes I have stayed in. Very well appointed.
Crystal J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Charlee K.
May 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Making memories
Every year, we take a family vacation over Memorial Day weekend in CR, this was our first time staying in this home. It offered a lovely setting alongside beautiful scenery.This vacation felt well-deserved after the kids had a great year at school and provided us with valuable time to relax and bond as a family. We look forward to creating many more memories during future stays.
Charlee K.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Toni W.
May 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Grown sib reunion
Every year the grown sibling's get together with their spouse for a vacation. This home was perfect. We had our own boat and the dock was excellent. The kitchen had everything you need. We had a great time here.boat the the dock was excellent.
Toni W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deb G.
May 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Home
Very nice clean home, nice views of a channel! Even saw an alligator! We really enjoyed the beautiful updated kitchen and the pool. Great location, easy to get to all attractions
Deb G.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Liz M.
Mar 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Crystal River
Cosa Del Sol is a great house in a quiet neighborhood. The house was well equipt. Teri was quick to answer any questions or concerns. We paddled to Three Sister's Springs and saw several manatees. We also had some manatees around our dock a few days. The grandkids enjoyed the playground at Kings Bay Park, and Fort Island Beach. We also explored some nearby hiking trails.
Liz M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Robert C.
Aug 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Scallop Trip 2023
Nice House on canal near river, House smelled clean upon arrival and Pool was crystal clear.
Were a couple of issues, Front doorknob was broken, and house had a roach issue. Also watch dog neighbor filed an unwarranted complaint.
Will be looking for another Location for next year's trip.
Robert C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Justin M.
Aug 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family fishing trip
Great property. Very clean, nice pool and dock! The driveway is a little tight if you bring a boat trailer
Justin M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Valerie N.
Jul 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent vacation home!
Our family really enjoyed staying at Teri’s home. It was beautiful and conveniently located. It also had everything that we needed. We have stayed in many over the years but this one was a “step above”. We will definitely be back!!!
Valerie N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
Jun 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very spacious, clean and view of the sunset!
We had a two family gathering, plenty of space for all. Kitchen fully stocked with anything we needed. House, pool, hot tub and outdoor dock is very clean. Fishing was awesome! We caught numerous fish, shark and we even saw two manatee. Host was very prompt in responding to questions prior to booking and very gracious when I asked to be accommodated for an item. We loved our stay and hope to return soon!
Jennifer M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dale W.
Jun 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
First time we were able to get most of family together in a long while and Casa del Sol was perfect. The property was everything and more as described in listing. We will definitely be looking to book there again.
Dale W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily R.
Jun 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation!
A wonderful time was had by the entire family. We thoroughly enjoyed the kayaks and fishing off the dock every day. The house comes very well stocked with soap, paper towels, toilet paper, beach towels etc. the pictures online do not do the house justice. It is just lovely. We saw manatees almost every day off the dock and even caught some crabs. I would definitely recommend this house and plan to book here again in the future. Host was very responsive!
Emily R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Justin H.
Apr 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Del Sol
Casa Del Sol is Very much like home!
We had a fantastic time at this lovely place!
It's very quiet & pet friendly neighborhood in beautiful location. The home had everything you need. Beautiful and spacious fully equipped kitchen, lovely bedrooms & bathrooms, very clean with welcoming decorations. Screened in lanai, pool, hot tub, boat dock and kayaks. You name it! Our family went kayaking, boating, fishing and swimming with so many manatees.
We had an amazing time and I would highly recommend this lovely place to our friends and family!
Thank you for sharing Casa del Sol with us! :)
Justin H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristen L., Peachtree City, GA
Apr 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
We are a family of 4, kids 10 & 12 who stayed at the house over spring break. I was so impressed with the house. Everything you can imagine was available. Tons of bath towels, beach towels, kitchen items, toilet paper, paper towel, coffee, laundry detergent, etc. Great neighborhood & location! We used the kayaks to find manatee, fished off the dock & caught lots of catfish, swam & used the hot tub. My husband had to work one of the days, Wi-Fi was excellent & so was cell service. House was very clean upon arrival.
We also spent a day at Busch Gardens & another on a fishing charter. So much fun!
My only “con” is the squeaky twin beds off the master. My kids slept in there & every time they moved the squeaky beds would wake me up. In hind sight, I should have just moved them to one of the other bedrooms!
Highly recommend this house!
Kristen L.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly H., Hayesville
Jan 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Casa del Sol - Perfect home, perfect location, perfect vacation!
Casa del Sol was the perfect home, in the perfect location, for my husband and I to enjoy three weeks of bliss in Crystal River! The neighborhood was very quiet and incredibly beautiful! The home had every amenity available one could ever need! While it was too cool to take a dip in the pool, we thoroughly enjoyed the screened in lanai, hot tub, boat dock, gas grill and kayaks. If we could rate this home 10 stars, we would! The owners were absolutely amazing, responding almost immediately to our every question! When the refrigerator stopped working, they made another refrigerator available to us within the hour and arranged to have a brand new refrigerator delivered and installed the very next day! A miraculous feat to accomplish, we don’t know how owner Teri managed to pull that one off!
Swimming with the manatees was truly the highlight of our trip! We loved it so much, we went three times. We highly recommend taking a semi-private or private tour to swim with those magnificent creatures. Our favorite company was Fun2Dive.
There are so many things to do in the Crystal River area. We hiked, biked, kayaked, bird-watched, took an airboat ride and enjoyed watching the sunset at the Fort Island Trail Beach. There are so many wonderful parks and trails in the area, get outside and enjoy them all. Be sure to visit Three Sisters Springs and Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. For day trips, Busch Gardens and the Tampa Zoo were well worth the trips. If you enjoy fishing, we highly recommend a trip to the quaint fishing village of Cedar Key.
We ate our weight in seafood during our vacation. Some of our favorites were Seafood Sellers, The Plant (loved their red royal shrimp and key lime pie), and The Freezer (hole in the wall place but incredible clam chowder and boiled shrimp).
Thank you for sharing Casa del Sol with us! It was our best VRBO experience to date and we have stayed in a lot of different homes the past few years!
Kimberly H.
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Niel B., Marietta, GA USA
Nov 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, great location for an extended family Thanksgiving
Casa del Sol is a lovely house situated directly on the water in a dog-friendly neighborhood, perfect for a large group that does not mind sharing bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked for meals in, including Thanksgiving (which we purchased pre-cooked from Publix), and the local restaurants we sampled were very good. We used the kayaks one day and rented a pontoon boat on another and drove it right up to the dock before heading out on the river for fishing, where we caught snapper and snook - our son also fished directly from the dock for hours, catching a bunch of catfish. We saw many manatees and a large variety of birds, both in the river and at Three Sisters Springs. I would not hesitate to visit again!
Niel B.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Greg P.
Oct 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Crystal River
All in my family enjoyed your house and hospitality. Everything was as listed. We brought more kayaks so everyone could go. Lucked out on beautiful weather all weekend.
Greg P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wesley B.
Sep 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great River access
This location is prime with respect to River access for boating. The property is clean and excellent for entertaining. The property owners are courteous and helpful.
The dock is a floating type which is great for mooring your boat. You don’t have to worry about dock lines due to tide change.