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1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food

Crystal River vacation home with kitchen

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, A Crystal River Kayak Company
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crystal River

On river.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and 2 miles (3 km) of A Crystal River Kayak Company with a stay here. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A Crystal River Kayak Company - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 15 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬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.

1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food

Updated guest house close to water, boat ramps, golf, fishing (access to Gulf of Mexico/scalloping) manatee sanctuary, Three Sisters Springs, restaurants, gulf beach. Parking for trailers/boats, access to water/Kings Bay, bring kayaks/SUPs, use our bikes, quiet waterfront neighborhood for walking/biking. Short distance to Plantation Inn for golf, fishing trips, scuba, kayak/boat rentals/tours. This is ONE of TWO UNITS on property.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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 11:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children allowed within the maximum # of guests

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food to the airport?

This vacation home is 70.2 mi (90-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.4 mi (13-min drive) from Fort Island Gulf Beach.

Does 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food offer free breakfast?

Yes, this vacation home offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food to downtown Crystal River?

This vacation home is 1.8 mi away from Crystal River.

1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 99 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean place conveniently located to many restaurants and shops. Owners were great. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

shar s.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love this place. A very cute little cottage in a quit area. The host was easy to get a hold of and when I left a message she got back to me right away. The bikes are a plus, we basically used these instead of driving our car. Also cottage is close to many things.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The little cabin was a great place to stay. We have friends in area and only was able to stay 3 nights. Enjoyed our time there. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed a 2 night stay, and were 100% pleased with our accommodations. The process from booking though checkout went smoothly. The place was extremely clean and had thoughtful items and organizational areas for our things while traveling. We would definitely book again is returning to the area for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness
There was plenty of cute shop's and restaurant's to enjoy on the water with great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott & Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little cottage for our visit. Very comfortable and welcoming. Hosts were great, very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage was so clean and comfortable. It was stocked with almost everything you could need during a trip. It really made it feel like a home away from home. The grill and laundry machine on site were extremely helpful. My husband is already talking about booking this VRBO again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean, pretty, well-decorated, and had just about everything one would need for a stay. They even had sunburn gel…which I ended up needing. LOL. The owners kept good communication with us, and were quick to reply to any questions I had. Loved it! Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage. Fantastic place to stay. Very clean - great to have the washer/dryer. Easy to find and close to it all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

H Loso and S., St Petersburg, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an excellent time! Great location in a quiet neighborhood with plenty to do in the surrounding areas. Quaint, private, clean property with friendly hosts who are quick to respond and assist if needed. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

TAMARA K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This guest house was very clean and much attention paid to details like quality bed linens, towels, and a comfortable mattress! it was very close to Crystal River attractions! It was so quiet and I felt very safe there. I should have booked a longer stay!Also, I was so happy to be able to do some laundry!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved little quiet spot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy and ecceptionally clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place.

Wendy did an amazing job of communicating well in advance. The place was clean and secluded. We had a great stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely enjoyed our stay here! The cottage was adorable and immaculate! We definitely would return for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

shar s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the little cottage

My husband and I always talked about stopping at Crystal River on our way back home from St Pete's Beach. And we're glad we found this lovely little cottage. Perfect location, beautiful interior, and also comes with two bikes. We will surely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay in area

Great stay. Bed comfy and home very clean. Thank you! Had a great time!We didn't go into the national park but biked all over area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Very accommodating, helpful and friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave W., East Dubuque, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Crystal River

Great stay, relaxing, and convenient location!
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, clean cottage

Such a cute, little place! It was very clean and decorated very well. I felt safe and slept like a baby on the extremely soft, comfortable bed! Iwou
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little cottage in a cute little town

We had a fabulous time in Crystal River! The place is close to town, so we biked nearly everywhere. Jim and Wendy are excellent hosts! Very friendly and responsive. Quiet neighborhood as well. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L., Dade City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay!

Such a cozy place to stay. Clean! It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Will definitely be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Y., Rockwall

Liked: Cleanliness

Wish I could stay longer!

Welcomed by lights music clean and cozy space after driving all day in the rain! This place and the hosts are just Florida charm!! Great location. Quiet but close to good food and things to do. Wish we had time to bike. Try exploring for any manatees adventures. They were also outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ckean and cozy

Cheaper then a hotel just way better. Clean, comfortable and affordable...
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024