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Cozy living area with a large bed and two bunk beds, featuring a ceiling fan, recessed lighting, and a patterned rug.
Enter through the grand double door, featuring a circular glass window, into a spacious interior with a dining area, kitchen, and cozy seating.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island and comfortable seating for two.
Relax in this stylish living room with a large sofa, armchair, and coffee table, surrounded by a beautiful outdoor area.
Relax in style with Adirondack chairs and a round table, surrounded by lush greenery and a serene view.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 144100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Three Sisters Springs
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Hunter Spring Park
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Crystal River

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Crystal Shores vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Crystal River Preserve State Park and Fort Island Trail Park. Spice Key and Plantation Inn and Golf Resort are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Hunter Spring Park - 11 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sara's Diner - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cracker's Bar & Grill - ‬10 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.

Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks

Manatee Manor is a beautiful newly renovated 4 bed, 4.5 bath ranch with two primary suites. Has a beautiful outdoor area with screened in HEATED pool and large backyard. This house sits right on the main river (Crystal River) and has two boat docks, a great view down river toward Three Sisters and Hunter Springs. We have just done a large outdoor paving path with large wood fire pit. A great place during the day or at night to sit and see the sights.

When you first walk into this house you will notice the large open area, beautiful travertine flooring with plenty of room for all.

To the right you will find a new big spacious kitchen with new granite countertops, new appliances, a large prep space and seating. This area has a large dining room table with seating for 10 people and a wet/coffee bar area. The kitchen if fully stocked and you will find everything you need when prepping and cooking meals.

There is plenty of room in the main living room for all to relax on the sectionals and reclining couches. There is a large flat screen tv with big windows with views of the pool and the river.

You can exit the living room to the screened in heated pool area. In the winter months the heater can be run for a small daily charge. This area is large with plenty of seating, lounge chairs and even a large table to eat outside and enjoy the views and the weather. This area will become one of the main hang out spots during your stay. You are close to the covered gilling area, with a view of the boat docks and the outdoor firepit. You can watch the kids play in the pool or keep an eye on them while they fish off the two boat docks from the pool area.

Walking out of screened in pool area you will find the covered gilling area with lights, this is very nice when the weather isn't cooperating with you.

We have a very nice and large paver area with plenty of seating and a wood fire pit where you can sit and enjoy the view, watch the boats go by or just relax. Plenty of seating and tables so you enjoy each other's company and a meal. Again, you can watch the kids fish off the dock or swim in the pool right behind you while enjoying the outdoor patio area.

Going back inside.......this house has some amazing and well thought out bedrooms.
The first primary bedroom is very large and offers two queen size beds, a flat screen tv, a sitting area and its own private kitchenette. The private bath has a soaking tub, walk-in shower, walk-in closet and double vanities. This bedroom has an attached kitchenette with a stove, a full size fridge, microwave and coffee (keurig) maker. The bedroom/sitting area has french doors which open up to the screened in pool deck and unobstructed views of the river.

The second primary bedroom offers a king size bed, a flat screen tv, and a big walk-in closet. There is an attached bathroom with large vanity. This bedroom also has french doors which open up to the screened in pool deck.

The third bedroom has a queen bed, flat screen tv and a large closet.

The fourth bedroom has another queen bed, large closet and a flat screen tv. These two bedrooms share large "Jack & Jill" bathroom with two vanities and a tub/shower combo.

If you want to get away from the people and the noise, there is a second living room with a large flat screen tv, big sectional and two bunk beds (twin over full). This room is perfect for the kids when traveling with the family or multiple families.

There are two other bathrooms in the main area of the house, one being a full bathroom with beautiful walk-in shower and the other a half bath.

For the kids and young at heart we have air hockey table and bumper pool set up for hours of entertainment in the garage, Also, we have a large commercial ice maker which makes 350 lbs of ice and hold 250 lbs of ice in the bin. This is perfect for filling the boat or coolers.

Excellent WI-FI in the home.
Washer and dryer.
Outdoor gas grill and cooking area.
Fish cleaning station.
Two paddle boards and four kayaks for your adventures. You are close to the springs!!!!

Manatee manor sits on Watersedge Drive, one of the best streets in Crystal River. It is quite and you will see people walking dogs or riding bikes. It has many beautiful homes and is peaceful and safe. It is worth the time to walk or take a leisurely stroll as there is much to see. There are active osprey nesting in the area and many other native birds to see.

Property manager

Chris Welch

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking inside, smoke outside. Don't litter.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets allowed with pet deposit. Backyard not fenced

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Perfect family vacation! Something for everyone.

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 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 smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Crystal River Ranch House
Beautiful Crystal River Ranch
Beautiful Crystal River Ranch With Pool

Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks to the airport?

This vacation home is 73 mi (95-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.6 mi (11-min drive) from Fort Island Gulf Beach.

Does Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

Is there free parking at Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks to downtown Crystal River?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi away from Crystal River.

Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 205 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view and back patio/ boat docks were the highlight of this house and everything we hoped for!! The house was also stocked and maintained very well. Beds were comfortable, linens were good quality and the industrial sized ice machine was an added bonus and necessity!! Highly recommend and would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sting M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this house! It is perfect for a group and has everything you need! This is our fifth year
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, tons of room
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property had TONS of space inside, nice open area which was perfect for our large extended family. The kids lived in the pool for the 4 days we were there! The location is perfect making it easy to just jump on our boat and head out for the day. We will definitely stay at Manatee Manor again! Thanks Chris!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donny L., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was great. The house is perfect for a large group with plenty of living, sleeping and outdoor space. The outdoor living is perfect with the pool and crystal river in your backyard. Chris, the host, is responsive and easy to work with. The location is also ideal. I highly recommend this home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle I., Saint Cloud

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Vacation

I can’t say enough good things about this location. From the warm, friendly communication with the property owner, to the spectacular views, to a very well stocked house, this vacation far exceeded our expectations for our scalloping trip. With a boat ramp nearby and a close proximity to exiting the channel out to the grounds, this is a great place to stay with your boat. I would highly recommend this location to any and all of my friends interested in staying in Crystal River. Thank you Chris for the opportunity and wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

D J., Ocala

Liked: Cleanliness

Location Location

Beautiful view of Crystal River. Great house with plenty of room for the entire family.
Enclosed pool area.
Beautiful view of Crystal River
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness

BEST PLACE FOR LARGER FAMILIES!

Perfect location with amazing views. The space allows for privacy when sleeping but has the most accommodating common spaces for families to gather and spend time. Our family's and grandchildren had a blast being able to be under one roof. Highly recommend for larger families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location and Property

We had a fantastic stay! Location was perfect for accessing the gulf, springs, and restaurants by boat. The kids loved the pool and water toys and the accommodations were just as described. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hillary P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place with an incredible view!

This house has an incredible view along with plenty of room for our family! We have stayed here several times and have an amazing vacation every time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great family vacay. House was spacious and well equipped. Pool was refreshing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D., Richmond Hill GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Large comfortable House

Loved that we were able to fish , swim in the pool and use the kayaks to see a Manatee. Very relaxing for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice, spacious property on the water

Large open spaces, several room and bathroom options. Screened in pool area, grill, and firepit made for a great outdoor experience on the water. Close to town to grab anything you need.
Outdoor fire pit
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Home

Chris was a great host. Communication was easy. House is spacious and very clean. Pool and amenities are fabulous. My only suggestion is to consider putting a more permanent door to the bunk room The screen provided did create privacy but doesn't block any sounds of the home into that space. Loved staying in the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

david s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break vacation

This is our second stay at this home. We all found the stay very relaxing. The kids enjoyed the heated pool every day. Always something to do: fishing off dock, catching blue crabs, kayaks (life jackets too) were a plus, relaxing evening around the bon fire. Chris our host was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Green Bay, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay, beautiful home, welcoming owner

We had a great time and enjoyed our stay. Crystal River is a wonderful get away for a quiet and relaxing trip. We have stayed with this owner before and he always makes you feel at home, we prefer his properties because of his hospitality and attention to comfort for guests. Things have changed a little from the photos, likely due to storm damage last year and the foutons are no longer there but we had just enough beds for our group. The privacy screen for the bunk room was also perfect. The heated pool was fantastic and the kids loved how deep it was, it was great for their cannonball tricks. The kids also enjoyed crabbing and fishing from the docks as well as the games in the game room/garage.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Manatee Manor on Crystal River was Awesome!!!

We had been to the Beach and were heading north... but wanted to spend a few more days in Florida. Found Manatee Manor and loved it!!! There were only 3 of us and this home is HUGE!!! Could easily accommodate a large family or group! The neighborhood was quiet and nice, the view over the river was Amazing and the Pool was PERFECT!!! The home has everything you might need for a short or extended stay. It is conveniently located near Three Sisters Springs which we LOVED and would recommend. We have also been to Homosassa Springs and would recommend that as well! This is a Beautiful Home, Great Quiet Location and definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Winter Break

The house had everything we needed and more, the host was super responsive. Had a great trip! Especially grateful for the screen around the pool making swimming possible on particularly buggy evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney M.

Liked: Cleanliness

CCG LLC Company Get Away

We are very familiar with the Crystal River area.The house and furnishing were perfect for our 6 party group with space and accommodations for more if we needed.The location on Crystal River made for beautiful sunrises.We will definitely return for a visit in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Fantastic Stay!

Each January we travel to Crystal River with a group of 14 women to swim with the Florida manatees. Its a high energy week and finding the right place to " call home" is really important. The waterfront house on Watersedge Dr is absolutely perfect for large groups. The shared living space is ideal for a group with plenty of comfy chairs and couches with a huge TV set. The rooms are all so well appointed and the kitchen is so easy to navigate. Sunrises are stunning over the water and the backyard is complete with a dock, kayaks, grilling station, lounge chairs and a fire pit.Our host, Chris was always available to answer questions before our arrival and during the trip. It is without hesitation that I recommend this beautiful spacious home for your next family gathering.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kehlie O., Metamora, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular!

Had an absolute blast at this home! Our highlights were definitely the pool, kayaking with dolphins and manatees, fishing, and just relaxing by the fire pit. House was well furnished (way more than what we were expecting) and the host was amazing with communication and answering any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Christmas

This was a great house for our family Christmas. We needed a place where all family members could stay, and this house had more than enough room for all of us. We cooked, baked and played games. There was room for all of us to sit and watch tv at night in the comfortable recliner sofas.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday Family Gathering

Perfect home for our Family. Newly renovated home that had everything we needed. Very well laid out home for all of our guest. We enjoyed the heated pool and patio. We were also able to relax by the firepit with our entire family. The dock worked great for us to use our boat and enjoyed exploring and seeing the manatees. We were able to watch the Christmas boat parade from the back patio. The host was very informative and answered all of our questions.I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024