See all properties
Save
Entire home

Hidden Gem in Crystal River SUPER CLEAN AND DIRECTLY ON WATER

your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

Photo gallery for Hidden Gem in Crystal River SUPER CLEAN AND DIRECTLY ON WATER

Beach towels
Interior
Aerial view
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 698 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Crystal River, FL
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • A Crystal River Kayak Company
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Similar properties

Pool

Entire 4 Suite Botique Hotel like home w/ Indoor Pool & Waterfalls

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (19)
The price is AU$2,177
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Entire 4 Suite Botique Hotel like home w/ Indoor Pool & Waterfalls

About the area

Crystal River

When you stay at this cottage in Crystal River, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and A Crystal River Kayak Company. .This cottage is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge.
View more Cottages in Crystal RiverOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 6 min walk
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive
  • Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive
  • Hunter Spring Park - 5 min drive
  • Three Sisters Springs - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sara's Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cracker's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 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.

Hidden Gem in Crystal River SUPER CLEAN AND DIRECTLY ON WATER

Hidden Gem in Crystal River. Boat Dock INCLUDED for 1 boat 25 feet and under! This Fully Furnished 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Living room Cottage is clean and decorated with Crystal River Theme in mind. Enjoy your Morning coffee on the large dock with your feet in the spring water! The cottage sits nestled by oak and cedar trees down a dead end street. And sits directly on the Beautiful Fresh Spring Waters of Crystal River! Very quiet neighborhood. Experience Florida's wildlife without having to leave this property. Opportunities to see many Manatees, Dolphins, Blue Crab, many freshwater and saltwater fish, as well as numerous species of birds. Don't forget your camera! Open view to Fresh water and watch hidden Springs rolling up right off of dock. Swim! Kayak! Relax! Enjoy Florida Living!
Fully Furnished. (Monthly Renters: Landlord pays trash, sewer, water, electric and internet with cap on each. Any cost over cap amount will be renters responsibility. Pest control and lawn maintenance will be Landlords responsibility as well.)
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Carley Earnest

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1050 sq ft (98 sq m)

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Make Beautiful Memories w/Friends&Family

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

Property is also known as

Hidden Gem in Crystal River

Hidden Gem in Crystal River SUPER CLEAN AND DIRECTLY ON WATER Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L., Esko, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
It was the perfect; we saw manatees and dolphins right from our dock. It was peacefully tucked away with kayaks, outdoor propane fireplace and grill.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathryn l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Busy weekend!
We enjoyed the location and dock of this little house the most. It was cozy, perfect for 4 people. Would stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manatees, birds and more!
This place was super clean and host thought of everything you might want for your stay. The bed was comfortable. Host was super responsive for any questions we had. Now the best part… location! Your own Crystal River adventure! Right on the river with lots of birds (even a bald eagle) and manatees, manatees and more manatees. You don’t have to go anywhere during your stay to have an amazing time and make wonderful memories! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Nature lovers delight… The selling point is the location: Peaceful area, lovely scenery, manatees swimming by the dock, and kayaks were a real plus. All the basics are provided, good communication w host, nice restaurant recommends (Cedar River Seafood was our favorite). Not a place for divas. A nice place for mom & dad and up to 3 kids, or 2 couples.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Davis L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Can't rave enough about how much fun we had. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holy Sea Cow! What a great location!
I rented this property solely based in the pictures of manatees from the dock and the reviews of seeing manatees. Yup, manatee lady right here! Our first 5 minutes after pulling up to the property were spent on the dock and we were welcomed by a mama and baby manatee! We saw manatees every day from the dock as well...even getting in the water to swim with one! We also saw a group of about 7 dolphins chasing fish, lots of osprey, pelicans, and heron. The dock was its own aquarium, housing a variety of fish and little sting rays (skates?). What a magical place to get away from it all. The cottage was adorable and cozy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacationers
Gorgeous spot. Very close to best springs for manatee viewing. Just a quick kayak trip away each morning.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marsha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
For Manatees - this is the Location, Location, Location
Our Manatee experience was amazing - and right from the dock! We saw every behavior except birth. The location of the house is AMAZING as off the path of the boats and the Manatees know it and love it here! We saw mom with 1 year baby and older sibling too. I am hoping the owner will add the photo I texted her of the three of them. Lost track of how many we saw and with incredible views! Also the owner had 5 kayaks and was SO helpful and responsive! The small house was older but very clean, beautifully decorated, and with everything you need. Having 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a washer and dryer and 2 living rooms each with a smart TV was just perfect. We were here over Christmas and it was the best present for my family as the experience was unforgettable! It was our best manatee viewing during 3 days at Crystal River - right in the back yard!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jody T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay!
If you at all considering staying in Crystal River and visiting the surrounding waterways and springs, this is the place to stay. Right on the water (Kings Bay), perfect if you bring your own boat, or not. The little River Cottage was clean and dressed up perfectly. Thanks for all the dining suggests and the goodies provided!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional!
We had a wonderful experience! The first evening we got to see a manatee right off the dock. We also seen a baby alligator the same day. We paddled to three sisters and the surrounding bay. It was beautiful! The house was super clean and convenient to everything. Also there was a gift basket full of goodies waiting for us when we arrived! Would definitely recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Layne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
We had a wonderful stay in Crystal River. Every detail was thought of, from welcome signs to snacks! The house was well stocked and in a great location. We look forward to renting again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg L., Spring Lake MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay!
Perfect location on the bay. Really cute cottage, very clean and inviting. Carley made us feel so welcome down to the last detail. If you need to relax this is the place! We saw manatees every day and sometimes a dolphin or two. The kayaks are a huge bonus. It was so great to be out on the water and see all the wildlife. Great food experiences nearby. We plan on coming back again ;-)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lillly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend get-a-way!
My boyfriend and I really enjoyed exploring the area and taking in nature at its best! Gators, manatees and dolphin! The cottage is quaint and quiet. The owner was easy to get a hold of and the amenities were good. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Crystal River
We had an amazing time! Location is perfect and amenities were plentiful. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun!
We had the best trip!! We only spent 3 nights and will be going back. We saw multiple manatees off the dock every day! The house is small and older but it was so perfect. Literal steps to the dock and water. The house was SPOTLESS! Beds are so comfortable; neighbors were super nice and friendly. Carley was so helpful and available with suggestions about the area and kayaking, etc. Also some of the best seafood we’ve had. Be sure to check out Charlie’s & Seafood Seller!!! We absolutely loved every minute of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manatee glory
We very much enjoyed our stay at this property. It was very clean, location was wonderful directly on the river with a dock, an outdoor area for grilling and eating with a view, and plenty of manatees daily to enjoy! We were hoping to use the kayaks to explore the area but the wind got too strong...next time! We did get to scuba dive in some of the springs, which are close! This property sleeps six with the use of 2 cots, which worked for our family of 4 but just so others booking know that. Thank you for a peaceful place for our family to get away and enjoy! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W., Chesapeake, Va

Liked: Cleanliness
A trip to remember!
This was our first time visiting Crystal River and this location did not disappoint! The house is cute and the perfect location, we really loved that we had a small yard and dock to hang out at. There are lots of fun water toys and our kids really enjoyed the water pad. We had three kayaks to use but one did not have back support so we could really only go far on two of them. (No paddleboard at the time of our visit) Beds were very comfortable and it was nice to have two living room areas so the adults could have one and the kids could have the other. The house really has everything you need! A few questions I was hoping to have answered prior to arrival... Kayaking to three sisters spring from this location is about 30 minutes or so, it’s fairly easy and there are laminated maps in the house that help you navigate to it. After speaking to a local, swimming at the house is safe. We had concerns about alligators but she said that if there is one spotted you would know about it from the neighborhood. They report it to wildlife officials and they are removed. We assumed it was still a risk but it helped to ease our minds. There are fishing poles left by previous renters to use but bring some tackle with you. We stayed in early April and were still able to see the manatees. There were lots that would swim by the back dock and of course you can find them by kayaking to their sanctuary areas (which is on the laminated maps). At the time of our visit there were not many at three sisters spring but we came across 4 of them. We knew it was nearing the end of the season for them as the ocean is warming and they are heading out. My last bit of advice is, if you are planning to go out to dinner, make reservations. It was nearly impossible for us to find a place to eat at dinner time. Hope this helps! We loved our stay here. Being able to walk right out to the dock with a morning coffee was heavenly. I would absolutely stay here again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

gwenn p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside gem
Cozy cottage on the water with kayaks, dock, fire pit and two separate living rooms for parents and kids! A short kayak to 3 sisters springs. Very clean.

10/10 Excellent

JORGE R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent, cozy and relax
Host is great! A cozy house on the river, we enjoy the outside, very relax and quiet area. We Watched manatees from dock. Wonderful area for kayaking and boating. To launch the boat we used the plantation hotel and it was great and very closed. We really enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

m f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!!
If you want an awesome time to relax and view the water and manatee with your morning coffee, this is the place to go! In the evening you may catch a wedding by the gazebo across the water at Plantation resort. The owners are great people and made the experience extremely pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randy R., Pinellas Park, Florida. U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
We we’re looking for a quiet and peaceful getaway, and this place met all the requirements, nice, cozy with all the amenities. The patio outback was my favorite, comfy chairs, fire pit and perfect view of the water and dock, with a 100% chance of seeing Manatees, just perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

brian d., Newcastle, WA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet cottage
This property is located just a short walk or kayak (provided) from Three Sisters Springs. It had everything we four adults needed for our quiet and relaxing visit. My only ask would be for bedside reading lights -none in either bedroom. We enjoyed watching the mama and baby manatee swimming around the dock and the eagles, osprey,great blue herons and other birds flying around. The jumping fish put on quite a show too. Our host was very responsive and helpful with suggestions for restaurants and activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful waterfront get-away
We enjoyed our 3 nights at Carley's property in Crystal River. The house was clean, beds were comfortable. The porch is well stocked with water toys and it was great to have kayaks! Location was perfect. Quiet neighborhood. Lots of yard around the house to enjoy. We kayaked to Three Sisters Springs and saw manatee along our way, but you don't have to travel that far to see the manatee. There was a manatee swimming around the dock every morning that we were there! Beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Lovely place to visit! Two points of caution for parents with young children: there was a lot of beautiful home décor items that were easy to reach for small hands and we had to move quite a few things to prevent anything from getting broken. Also, on our first day we saw a very large alligator in the water near the house and a neighbor told us it is not safe to swim off the dock, so we were not comfortable swimming during our stay, which was a disappointment for our kids. We went to Hunter Springs Park instead and also saw manatee there. Otherwise this place was a lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie M., Clearwater, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time in Crystal River!
The cottage was so very cute. Although the weather was very cold and we didn’t get to use the kayaks, we stilled enjoyed our stay. We were right on the enlarged part of the river. The dock is so much bigger than the photos. We saw a manatee up close! Unobstructed views of river life and yet very protected from any crowds. I will be back this summer w my other grandson!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021