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Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock

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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a stainless steel oven, microwave, and ample counter space.
Enjoy serene riverside views from a dock, surrounded by tranquil homes and lush trees.
Relax on the deck with comfortable seating and enjoy the natural surroundings.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a large island, sink, and dining area.
Enjoy a spacious interior with a high ceiling, central fan, and a well-equipped kitchen area.

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101786 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Three Sisters Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crystal River

Seaside stay .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

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hunter Spring Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sara's Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬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.

Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock

Fabulous vacation rental home in the heart of Crystal River! Bring your boat! There's no bridge blocking your way to the Gulf. Home is fun ready! Boat or Kayak from the 8 x 20 floating dock (open on both ends) to the local fun spots. Spacious home with very open floor plan for family fun! 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, sleeps 10 people. Great place for family and friends to gather for some rest and relaxation after a busy day on the water. Fully equipped kitchen that's waiting for the seafood chef in you to cook the catch of the day, or enjoy your meal cooked on the gas grill on the outdoor deck. At least 6 kayaks and life vests are provided. Three Sister's Springs and Hunter Springs are nearby. The "Plantation Inn" is walking distance and you can launch your boat there for a small fee. Fishing tournaments, manatee tours, boat & paddle board rentals, sunset cruises are all nearby. You're also very close to several of Crystal River's best rated restaurants. Come see what Crystal River has to offer and swim with the manatee! The house is on a beautiful half acre lot for your enjoyment with ample parking. Short boat ride to the gulf and no bridge to worry about. Let's start packing! If the home is ready, early check in may be available. Purchasing trip insurance when you book is recommended. BOOKINGS MORE THAN 2 WEEKS REQUIRE APPROVAL. Property has exterior cameras. If cameras become deactivated during your stay, owner can access property to reset with very short notice. Some pets allowed, pet fee required ($75/wk or $200/mo per pet).

Property manager

Donna Dorsey

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets 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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,786 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $100 per pet (short stays) $250 per pet (monthly)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 13
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 13. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock to the airport?

This vacation home is 69.9 mi (89-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.3 mi (13-min drive) from Fort Island Gulf Beach.

Does Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock to downtown Crystal River?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from Crystal River.

Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to everything

Really nice location and beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great family vacation at this house the layout was great. There was great communication from the host and the location was perfect. You can launch your boat at the Plantation Inn right across the canal. I would definitely recommend this property and we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful stay with friends scalloping. House was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location and good communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home base for scalloping

We had a great stay and enjoyed our first scalloping adventure. The location was perfect and this may have been the cleanest rental I have ever stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place great location right on the water

This place exceeded our expectations. The owner was extremely easy to communicate with beautiful home. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

The house was very cozy and clean with a beautiful view. After a long day on the water, we couldn't have asked for a better place to retreat to. Cant wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome perfect spot

Great location and very clean. Perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

So close to the Springs

Great on the water home with kayaks included. It was so nice to just hop on a board or kayak and paddle off. The house was very spacious and comfortable and the Host was very responsive. I will definitely stay again when I'm in the area
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best House Ever

Everything was great and clean. Host was incredibly kind and responsive. Having the kayaks on the water for the entire family was a game changer. Manatees did even pass our dock! Thanks so much! Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Crystal River.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home on the Water

The location of the property provided easy access to the water, which was important since we had a pontoon boat and our own kayaks. The owner/manager was hospitable and provided prompt, helpful responses to our questions. Would we stay there again? Yes, without a doubt.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite and a good location. Foossball table was a hit with kids and adults.

Nice quiet place with dock access that we could pull boat up to was a plus. The only negative was previous guest left a lot of cigarette butts in the fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndi W.

Liked: Cleanliness

River adventure!

Perfect place to stay and explore the Crystal River. We rented a pontoon from Paddletails. The kids loved the kayaks and the home was perfect for our two families to hang out and enjoy our time in Florida.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great house - enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter B., Atlanta, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place, great location

My wife and I spent the weekend here with two other couples. Right off a main road on the south side of Kings Bay, right on the canal with easy access to Plantation Adventures. Took the kayaks out into the bay and got to see a number of manatees! Everything described by the host is spot on. We would definitely stay here again if we get back to Crystal River!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Senior Trip

We had a wonderful time staying in Crystal River! We loved being able to fish from the dock in the back yard. We caught a lot of fish! We also enjoyed the kayaks that were provided. We saw manatees while out kayaking in Kings Bay which was only a short distance from the rental. The Host always got back with any questions we had very quickly. And the rental had everything we could possibly need while staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes G.

Liked: Cleanliness

property review

As advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Crystal River Getaway

Great location to stay and explore Crystal River ! Loved the backyard! Close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Getaway

The property was perfect for us. Great that it was so close to our meeting point to swim with the manatees and restaurants. The accommodations were clean and welcoming. Pictures accurately capture the property and its amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Manatee excursion

Great location. House was perfect and loved using the kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kari L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious House

It was a very nice house
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L., Birmingham al

Liked: Cleanliness

Kayak with the Manatee’s

House was impeccable. Check in so easy! Great communication with the owner. We added two people to our group last minutes and there was no extra charge. She also allowed us a later checkout time which was so nice! Plenty of towels and kayaks for our group of 10. Right on canal and was close to where the manatees were. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for adults to hang out.

Nice place. Loved the openness of it. Loved the fussball table and that they provided kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family escape

My extended family rents a house on the water to celebrate the holidays together each year. This house was the best we’ve had so far, in terms of house layout and space to be together inside. We were able to have family meals and play board games at the dining room table and there was enough seating in the living area for people to gather. We also had a great time hanging out by the dock while some of us fished (they caught some perch, catfish, and mangrove snappers thanks to the brackish water). The bedroom setup worked perfectly for us. Only small hiccup was one of the bedrooms looks like a converted office or den and there is a large window and frosted glass doors looking into the kitchen that allowed a lot of light in that room. Because some of us went to bed earlier than others, we figured out how to cover the top window with a sweater to block the worst of the light. Might be helpful for a more permanent solution to be figured out for others, but we made it work. The house is well supplied with laundry supplies, towels for bathrooms and outside, etc. A few more dish towels and washcloths for bathrooms would have been helpful. We were excited to use the kayaks, but the weather prevented that (chilly and windy) but the floating dock was well situated to put kayaks in (for those with some mobility issues,it would be harder). Communication with host was great, she was very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect rental for our family

We loved our stay in Crystal River. This property is so close to everything. Beautiful and comfortable, We had everything we needed. I would give 10 stars if I could.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025