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4 bedroom on deep water canal w/ boat dock. Ideal quiet location. 4 kayaks.

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Smart TV, fireplace
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82160 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Homosassa, FL
  • Place, Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Homosassa

This vacation home is located within a mile (2 km) of Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park and Tiger Tail Island. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 16 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 33 min drive - 30.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crumps Landing - ‬14 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.

4 bedroom on deep water canal w/ boat dock. Ideal quiet location. 4 kayaks.

New home in Old Homosassa on deep water Otter Slide Creek w/ boat dock. Joins Homosassa SW of Riverside Resort. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bath, 2 story house on concrete pilings. 3 deck/balconies w/ceiling fans, propane fire pit, ample parking, under house and paver back yard recreation area, boat dock tie up space for bigger boats (about 19' along dock plus another 5' beyond) and boat house w/lift for 77” wide small boat. 1 king bed on first floor, 3 queen beds on top floor. Excellent staging area for scallop season snorkeling or great fishing all year round. Your boat can be launched at public boat ramp at MacRae’s or others. Ample space for parking your boat or trailer on the area ahead of driveway west of house.

Enjoy a drink on the decking or patio while watching the fish jump in the adjoining waterway. Take advantage of the waterway and all it offers. Enjoy the quiet, relaxed seclusion of this waterfront property. It is only five minutes direct boat access to the clear Homosassa River and twenty minutes to the Gulf of Mexico. See the manatees and dolphins and other nature or just enjoy the fishing, boating and golf courses in this tranquil area of Florida. Enjoy regular visits from the manatee and dolphin from the dock in Otter Slide Creek and all the surrounding waterways.

4 kayaks and related gear available on-site for your use, along with some fishing poles to try out your fishing skills and luck from the dock. No promises on the worthiness of the fishing tackle.

Homosassa is only a 1 hour drive north of Tampa and one hour & 45 minutes to Orlando.

The Nature Coast of Florida deserves its name, with over ninety-eight thousand acres set aside as federal, state or county parks and preservation areas. It is a delight to all nature lovers, with extensive boating, fishing and golf courses within easy driving distance.

Old Homosassa is a preservation area with restricted development and still has a lot of the charm. The local supermarkets are only five minutes away, if you drive. Crystal River Shopping Mall is made up of shopping center which includes a multi-screened cinema. Crystal River is only a twenty-minute drive north.

The house is a 5-minute boat ride to The Freezer (2 min. by car), and about 8 min by boat to MacRae’s boat ramp or Crump's Landing.

The owner's family has serious allergies. Remember this is their home. NO ANIMALS INSIDE OR OUT REGARDLESS OF THEIR PURPOSE. NO SMOKING. NO PARTIES OR EVENTS. NO MORE THAN 15 PEOPLE. NO MORE THAN 2 BOATS AND TRAILERS.

THESE ARE RULES THAT WILL RESULT IN AT LEAST A LOSS OF YOUR $1,000 DEPOSIT IF YOU DON'T FOLLOW THEM.

THE PONTOON BOAT, GOLF CART AND CARGO ELEVATOR ARE FOR OWNER USE ONLY.

Keywords: Homosassa Vacation rental, Old Homosassa, house, kayak, waterfront, fishing, golf, nature, manatees, dolphins, scalloping, snorkeling, world woods, boat dock,
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Unit size: 2,160 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 28

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 animals inside or out for any purpose. Loss of $1000 deposit. Don't cook on the fire pit; mess with pontoon boat; cameras; golf cart; or elevator.

This is a residential neighborhood. Be mindful of noise, and don't leave the outdoor floodlights on. No more than 2 boats. No more than 15 people.

Break a rule or cause damage will lose your $1,000 deposit. Throw fish cleanings in the garbage can. Always turn water hose off. No smoking.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: No animals for any reason, inside or out. Allergic

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Back yard & canal dock is fenced with gates.

Events

No events allowed

No group events more than 15 total people.

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
Note from host: No group events more than 15 total people.
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 28
Property Registration Number 46186

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.
  • Note from host: No group events more than 15 total people.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Homosassa, close to Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, Crystal River Perserve State Park Eco-Walk, and 7 Sisters Springs. You'll also find Tiger Tail Island and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at 4 bedroom on deep water canal w/ boat dock. Ideal quiet location. 4 kayaks.?

Yes, there is a garage. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What do couples enjoy most about 4 bedroom on deep water canal w/ boat dock. Ideal quiet location. 4 kayaks.?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at 4 bedroom on deep water canal w/ boat dock. Ideal quiet location. 4 kayaks.?

No, but all house at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at 4 bedroom on deep water canal w/ boat dock. Ideal quiet location. 4 kayaks.?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 4 bedroom on deep water canal w/ boat dock. Ideal quiet location. 4 kayaks.?

Yes, every house at 4 bedroom on deep water canal w/ boat dock. Ideal quiet location. 4 kayaks. comes with a balcony and some offer water views.

4 bedroom on deep water canal w/ boat dock. Ideal quiet location. 4 kayaks. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was comfortable, crashed each night after dinner out and watched House of Guinness.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This a nice place to stay. Canal made it easy to get out to the Gulf. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Really enjoyed it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed home in a good location. Close to local spots and very clean. Nice having the canal out back to kayak on... and kayaks available to use. Home was very comfortable. Would come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Scalloping Trip

This was our second time staying at this location. The property is clean and well maintained, the owner is responsive to questions, and the location is great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent home in every way.

I highly recommend this home to anyone wanting a relaxing experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Beautiful Florida getaway to experience nature and history nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

Great house . Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!!

We come down and fish every year about this time. This house was perfect for us. Communication with the homeowner could not have been better. We would definitely book it again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Scalloping Trip

Great location and stay for this year's family scalloping trip. House is a great find!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Laurence D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very enjoyable.

We stayed at the house during a work trip with a nautical production company. It was a great location, very quiet and enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends getaway

Beautiful home and great location. Was able to watch the manatees swim by each day!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Home

Very well appointed and very clean this property is as advertised. The location is great near boat ramps and restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marcell e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time

Great house and location. My family and I had a great time. Easy canal to bring your boat. We saw manatees and dolphins from the back dock! Wonderful vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas vacation

We had a wonderful time amazing home, kitchen fully stocked. On the canal was really great. Probably the nicest rental we have been in. It was such a blessing for our Family.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River house

Very nice house. Only suggestion would be to provide more towels. Would recommend this rental to anyone. Enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

We loved staying at this home! Comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen ( perfect size coffee mugs!) and the access to the water was great. Everything was clearly labeled and easy to follow directions were in the house. It all felt brand new. Having the dock and being able to use the kayaks was the icing on the cake! The host was responsive and available for questions. Would absolutely stay here again!.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our best Homosassa stay ever!!

This property was amazing! The location was perfect for us. A bit of a kayak to the Springs, but the kayaks were fun for daily exploring. The kitchen was well appointed, beds comfortable, outdoor space wonderful. One small issue and owners were very responsive and delightful. Well maintained and immaculately clean property. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Diamond

Location of the house can be a bit tricky to find but is worth the effort. The property is the nicest home on the street and is exactly as shown on the VRBO website. The house is very clean and has plenty of cookware, glasses, etc. Our family of 8 had ample room to stretch out and the dining area easily seated all of us. Floyd, the owner, is very responsive to requests for information and help and was easy to reach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean

We have allergies to animals. This property was listed as pet free and was just that. Other places we've stayed claim to be pet free but are not. The house was impeccably clean.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal for our needs - GREAT getaway

The house was neat as could be upon check in and everything was just as described. We launched our boat at the ramp and brought it back to tie up at the dock which made it very convenient for trips to the gulf and the springs. Beds are very comfortable and kitchen well stocked. Host was quick to respond to inquiries. Our group was 4 adults over 60 for the first 3 nights. Friends left and children came in on Tuesday which made us 6 adults and 2 boys age 3. The open floor plan is spacious and the two and a half baths were a definite plus. We would stay here again. Owner has no control over the next bit, but renters should be aware that, next door, folks are staying in a camper on weekends and running a generator 24 hours. There is also new construction right across the canal. Work didn’t begin before 8 am and was silent on Sunday. This did not interfere with our enjoyment of the home and we would recommend to family and friends. Over all a nearly perfect week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not our typical experience

We had a rough time here, unfortunately. Check in was not seamless, but we got it figured out. After getting in to the house we felt like the temp was hot (central Florida, close to a 90 degree day, house was at 80 degrees when we check in) so we dropped the thermostat temp to 70 and waited for things to cool off. Long story short, they never did. We finally realized the A/C was broken on the second day, called/texted the host, did not hear back. The next day we called/texted again and he finally responded. A/C tech was not able to come until the next day so on day 3 of no A/C. Repairman comes and says part won't be available for 2 more days. So on day 5 of no A/C at this point. Part finally comes in...broken. So we stayed the whole time with no A/C. Was it the hosts fault? I don't know how closely he follows his A/C maintenance schedule so I have no idea. Was it an inconvenience? Yes. Did it turn out as poorly as possible? Yes. Thankfully the host offered *some* refund, after we spent 3.5 hours on the phone with VRBO (which was the action the host told us to take) to no avail. Calling VRBO was like the worst gaslighting experience you have ever had, with a company that takes zero responsibility. The host was not at all knowledgeable about the process and doesn't seem to know what his responsibility is versus the company he works with. But like I said, ultimately after some negotiating we got some refund on our total stay. There were also biting bugs in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Getaway

What a beautiful, well-kept property! It was so clean and well equipped with kitchen items, nice kayaks and comfortable beds. It had great, calm water access and is close to the restaurants on the water. The owner was very helpful and communicated with us right away. I would just suggest providing a few extra towels and pillows.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

What was missing.

It would have helped to have use of the elevator for luggage and groceries, especially for older people like us.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Vacation!

We had previously secured a different vacation rental in Cape Coral which, sadly, was impacted by Hurricane Ian. I was so happy to find this one in Homosassa was still available! It was perfect for our group. Everyone had their own space, it was pristine clean, quiet and the space for our boat was perfect! Even the fish cooperated! LOL We had visited years ago in Homosassa and loved going back. The Hosts were very responsive and graciously allowed us to check in a little earlier. The beds were comfortable - we slept very well! I would recommend this home to anyone who wants to experience or revisit Old Florida in Homosassa. It's the perfect jumping off spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022