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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92023 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Homosassa, FL
  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • 7 Sisters Springs
  • Three Sisters Springs
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Homosassa

Seaside stay .Stay at this Homosassa vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park and Citrus County Dog Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Citrus County Dog Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 14 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sugarmill Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crumps Landing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Manatee Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 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.

Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem

Bring the family to ‘Manatee Bob’s Retreat’ for a tropical escape nestled along the spring waters of Homosassa! Perfect for a nature lover’s paradise, this canal-front 3-bed, 3-bath vacation rental home offers river, springs, and gulf access for fishing, boating, and manatee encounters. Take the kayaks for a trip down the Homosassa River, or head out for a day at Fort Island Beach. When evening calls, enjoy some friendly competition in the game room, then dine al fresco on one of the decks!

-- THE PROPERTY --

2,020 Sq Ft | Game Room | Boat Parking | 2 Tandem Kayaks, 3 Single Adult Kayaks, 2 Single Kid Kayaks

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Twin XL Bed | Game Room: 2 Twin Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: 2 spacious decks, dining table, ceiling fan, water views, fire pit, dock/boat slip, patio, gas grill, 1 adult paddleboard, kayak launch on-site, Adirondack chairs, string lights
INDOOR LIVING: 5 large Smart TVs, dining table, 2 fireplaces, coastal decor, game room w/ poker table, bumper pool table, ping pong table & kitchenette, alarm clocks
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, stainless steel appliances, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, ice maker, tea kettle, hand mixer, dishware/flatware, air popcorn maker, pots, pans, cooking utensils, bakeware, toaster, Crockpots, counter w/ seating
GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, towels & linens, washer/dryer, cleaning essentials, central AC & heating, beach towels
FAQ: Stairs required, property is near low clearance bridge for access to the springs (most deck boats, pontoons, and boats w/o towers will fit underneath; depending on tide, clearance ranges from 72" to 80"; boats with fixed top of T-top will not fit), upstairs fireplace out of order
PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (4 vehicles), street parking (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

AREA ATTRACTIONS: Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - manatee sighting (0.6 miles), Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (7.4 miles), Three Sisters Springs - manatee sighting (7.5 miles), Fort Island Beach (15.8 miles), Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - manatee sighting (21.0 miles)
FISHING/SCALLOPING (June, July, August, September): Homosassa River (on-site), Rock Grass Fishing Charters (3.6 miles), Gulf to Bay Saltwater Adventures (7.4 miles), High Octane Fishing (7.8 miles), Crystal River (8.5 miles)
HOMOSASSA GOLF: Plantation on Crystal River (7.1 miles), Black Diamond Ranch (13.1 miles), World Woods Golf Club (13.2 miles), Twisted Oaks Golf Club (15.0 miles)
GREAT EATING: Marguerita Grill (2.0 miles, even less on a kayak), Seagrass Waterfront & Tiki Bar (2.3 miles), Crump's Landing (2.3 miles), MacRae's of Homosassa (2.3 miles), Monkey Bar (2.3 miles), The Freezer Tiki Bar (2.5 miles), Bean's Pillar of Smoke BBQ (3.7 miles), Charlie's Fish House Restaurant (8.5 miles), Peck's Old Port Cove (14.0 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Busch Gardens (62.1 miles), Universal Studios (87.5 miles), SeaWorld (91.6 miles), Walt Disney World Resort (91.9 miles)
AIRPORT: Tampa International Airport (66.8 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- The property is close to a low-clearance bridge for access to the springs. Most deck boats, pontoons, and boats without towers will fit underneath the bridge. Depending on tide, clearance ranges from 72' to 80'. If you have a boat with a fixed top or T-top, you will not be able to access the property from the waterway
- You can tie your boat up at the property at the dock/boat slip
- There is a low bridge you need to clear to get to the main channel on Homosassa Springs. On this canal, the maximum length would be 24 feet
- The upstairs fireplace will be out of order until late summer

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,023 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

NEW! Tropical Canalfront Escape with Decks & Dock! Homosassa
446966

Frequently asked questions

How close is Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem to the airport?

This vacation home is 68.1 mi (71-min drive) away from the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem to the beach?

This vacation home is 15.6 mi (27-min drive) from Fort Island Gulf Beach.

Does Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem to downtown Homosassa?

This vacation home is 1.9 mi away from Homosassa.

Decks, Docks & Kayaks: Waterfront Homosassa Gem Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is perfect and the house is amazing and well stocked with anything you might need! There were enough kayaks and floats for everyone and I especially loved the paddle board. We saw manatees everyday and the kids (and adults) had a great time just swimming from the dock. The kids loved the upstairs bedroom/game room and felt like they had their own apartment (one of the king bedrooms is also up here). We all had a blast and look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was incredible!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick scalloping trip

Great house! Super clean. Stocked well and the little extras appreciated such as the games, well stocked kitchen for cooking, kayaks, plenty of parking, great water pressure and temperature!We only wish we had booked earlier to enjoy July 4th in Homasassa/ Crystal River.We enjoyed a visit from a family of manatees.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

I love this area, and the proximity to the central area of the springs where the manatees are is amazing! The house does have a much weirder layout than it appears in the photos, so a floor plan on the listing would be helpful. But overall it was a great house! The only complaints- there was not a single spare blanket in the entire house, and we were freezing with what was provided; and when I asked for more they never got back to me. And the pillows were hard as a rock! Also the bathroom doors don’t lock, which made some of our guests uncomfortable. And we had a handyman show up multiple times during our stay demanding access, even though I made it clear to him and the property manager that we weren’t comfortable with that, and he’d need to come back after our stay. I’d probably stay here again for the location, but wish the creature comforts were just a bit better taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kait G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location in Hamosassa Springs

We have stayed in several Hamosassa rentals and this is our favorite so far! If you're looking to kayak, fish, or swim in the springs this is the perfect place to stay. There were more than enough kayaks for our group of 6 to paddle together, including 2 kid sized kayaks. The area is beautiful and there were many fish right outside the canal. We saw so many manatees from the kayaks, some right at the mouth of the canal. The property is also a short walk from the state park (although their are no sidewalks so you may want to drive.) As for the house itself, it was clean, had plenty of linens and a decent supply of cookware, and was very comfortable. Definitely one of the best rentals we have stayed in- we had no complaints whatsoever. The fire pit beside the canal was a nice touch for evening fun. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family River Vacation

We enjoyed our stay at the home,however, it was cut short due to Tropical Storm Debby. Our children and grandchildren enjoyed kayaking to the springs which are very close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house with lots of amenities

Great stay, house is well maintained and full of amenities. Very spacious and we loved the kayaks and direct access to the springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jason C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful canal spring retreat

Home was spacious enough for our 7 person party. Kayaking a short distance to the spring was a huge added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Birthday Trip

We loved the location with a short boat trip to the springs. The backyard area with fire pit was Thoroughly enjoyed. We rented a boat and was out most of the day. My only recommendation, if you like soft pillows, make sure you bring one with you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jill p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Relaxing Getaway!

We love Homosassa and this house is great for a large family getaway! House has EVERYTHING you need! Fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds (bring your own pillow if you don't care for firm pillows - they are nice, but firm) multiple kayaks for your use, fire pit, corn hole, games room! Great quiet location. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious and great kayaking location

Spacious house. Beds were comfortable, although most pillows were huge and hard (more decorative than functional). Great decks and loved having access to kayaks that we could easily launch from the dock. Appreciated nightlights all over the house, A few cons: watered-down soap in the dispensers, no dressers to unpack into (although lots of closet space) and no lamps anywhere in the house so overhead lights were the only option for light in the evenings. But most of those negatives were personal preferences and overall the place worked well for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W., Fernandina Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

River Paradise

Very nicecly equipped and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim F., West Palm Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect escape from home

We love this area and this home is perfect for 2 families!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

mary m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Refrigerator

Ice machine was broken
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay

We come to Homosassa and have stayed at many homes nearby. This one was unique because it had a lovely concrete area for our kids to ride scooters and draw with chalk when we weren’t on the water. The home has two docks and very easy access to the water. The home is located down a more narrow part of the river so the neighboring homes were very visible and there were several times we were outside and could easily hear the conversations from the house right across from us. Not a huge issue, but it was less privacy. In general, the home is spacious, has plenty of beds and bathrooms and a lovely kitchen. We loved the balconies and there were tons of kayaks to use. The fire pit is right next to the water which was nice. I would bring a few additional paper towels, trash bags, laundry pods and dish pods because they don’t provide quite enough for a full weeks stay but we did have a large group (4adults 5 young kids) so we didn’t mind. Great stay - we would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Moms' Getaway

A wonderful and relaxing stay! The house was very clean, comfortable, and the kitchen was well-stocked with everything we'd need (minus the food 😉 ). Kayaks were easy to launch right from the dock. Beautiful river! Super-close to the state park. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

The location was great- quiet cul de sac off the main road, and easy water access to Halls River from the canal behind the house. The house was very clean, comfortable, and well-stocked. We enjoyed playing cards & games in the rec room. The outdoor space and kayaks were a hit as well. It was warm out & noseeums were active in the evenings so we didn't get to enjoy the firepit but it looked nice. The only negative was the pillows were too large & firm for me but that's why you bring your own! I would absolutely book this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather F

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the kayaking from the house dock
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edmund O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful luxurious home in perfect spot

Wow! What a great place. Huge house with plenty of room for 6-9 people. The private river access is sublime, the kitchen is perfectly stocked, and manatees are right outside the door. I loved this house and will be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Juliette d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pristine Property; Complicated Cleaning Instructions

Gorgeous—Spacious three story home; beautiful location—- could easily accommodate two families. Everything supplied from kayaks to blow dryer—- the only negatives were—- they deligated too many cleaning duties to guest vs cleaning service— for example—trash can outside was packed upon our arrival and we had to drag it to the street—- we discovered several pages of cleaning instructions stapled to kitchen bulletin board—- telling us when and how to take trash out—- recycling bin was also full so we weren’t able to separate trash as instructed. Upon departure—- we had to strip all beds used and put linen in pile—-clean out the lint in the dryer—- open the washing machine door—-empty trash cans for all floors—- remove all trash from house (thin plastic bag burst and we had to figure that out the best we could) put temp at 78— run dish washer if we used any dishes—- etc. since guest are charged a significant cleaning fee—- it’s is unreasonable to put so many house cleaning tasks on guests—- plus there is a 10am check-out time. However— other than those annoying “housekeeping chores” we enjoyed our stay—- how could we not— it’s a slice of old Florida waterfront—some people could find the flight of stairs up to the first floor—- and the additional stairs to the game room and extra bedrooms challenging or inconvenient—- particularly when you are downstairs enjoying the outside—- and realize you left something on the top floor. Decor was fun— house is very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Couldn't get dreamier

We fell in love with this house, canal, kayaking, and visiting the manatees that hang out just beyond the canal, even in the heat of June. The manatees swam up the canal one evening. So fun to watch! The house is beyond relaxing and fun. Sitting on one of the balconies or the deck on the canal at night felt like evenings on the Bayou, just magical. We watched flopping fish and saw a turtle. The party lights made for a fun atmosphere! Not a lot of bugs except when we kayaked at dusk. Super quiet cul-de-sac road and dead-end canal. Kayaks for 6 plus 2 kiddie kayaks, life jackets for adults and at least two children, super easy launch, lots of water floaties and plenty of pool towels. Kitchen is very well-stocked, even a cupboard of spices and popping corn & popper. Only concern is the broken locks on the bathroom doors. Lots of stairs, I had a hard time distinguishing the bottom step coming down from the game room. This home and location were just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Very nice property, spacious and well appointed. Great for families. Close to local restaurants. Kayaking lots of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

tabatha g., Jefferson

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay!!*****

The property was beautiful and clean and the property manager was great to communicate with and very responsive and fast. The canoe need a little care and there was no wood for fire pit but we were able to grab some from Hardware store. The water was amazing saw manatees from dock and was able to fish and lots of swimming! Our family enjoyed all the games provided we loved this gem and hope to stay again soon it was perfect for our family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Build, Great Location

Spacious property, new construction, big TVs. Short kayak to manatees. Responsive host, called a repairman to fix an electrical issue during our stay. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for viewing manatees - excellent kayaks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022