Title: Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! Swim with manatees in our backyard! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33706906&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! Swim with manatees in our backyard! Riverfront vacation home with a water park and an outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! Swim with manatees in our backyard! ![Outdoor pool - Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! Swim with manatees in our backyard! (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33707000/33706906/5723b972.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! Swim with manatees in our backyard! (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33707000/33706906/790ed34a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! Swim with manatees in our backyard! (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33707000/33706906/438c936e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! Swim with manatees in our backyard! (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33707000/33706906/d8193fae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! Swim with manatees in our backyard! (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33707000/33706906/ea8fb510.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the heart of Crystal River, Palm Springs offers a serene retreat with a private pool, screened lanai, and sunroom boasting sweeping views of the freshwater canal. Explore Florida's Nature Coast by paddling to nearby Kings Spring or Three Sisters Spring using your own private kayaks and paddleboard. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! Swim with manatees in our backyard! Manatee swimming, fishing, scalloping, pool floating, relaxing....no better place to come and enjoy all Crystal River on Kings Bay and Citrus County has to offer! Palm Springs is a family owned home and we invite you in to the comforts of your home away from home ❤️ Communication with us is easy and personalized. Just check out our many reviews! Our guests have been returning again and again for over 24 years. We have been hosting guests and providing a wonderful way to explore since 2001. Dock your boat on our seawall with your own personal mooring whips. Swim in the backyard canal with manatees! Almost every guest experiences a manatee, or several, swimming right behind our home. Paddle just 10 minutes to King Spring or 30 minutes to Three Sisters Spring with your own private kayaks and paddle board we offer at no additional charge. We are situated nearly right on Kings Bay, just 1 house in on a freshwater canal. Experience Florida's Nature Coast in our brand new remodeled interior from floor to ceiling. Our relaxing vacation home is featured on an over-sized corner lot that is approximately 3/4 acre. The lot is full of shade trees. Our home is a spacious two bedroom with two bathrooms. It comfortably accommodates 6 people. Aside from the open tiled kitchen/living/dining area, we have a sunroom offering sweeping views of the freshwater canal, a screened in patio, and a screened lanai with your own private use pool. We offer streaming smart tvs available to accommodate all of your favorite streaming apps, along with wireless internet. Our visitors enjoy the tranquility that our home offers. It is very common to see manatees slowly making their way through our canal along with an occasional dolphin or otter sighting!! There are several species of birds that come to feed in our yard that can be viewed through our sunroom and back screened patio. This home is located near the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a residential neighborhood. We have plenty of room to park your vehicles and boat trailers in the long driveway or in the yard. There is also a covered carport for your vehicle. We do offer 3 single seater kayaks and a paddleboard here at the home at no additional cost to you, along with paddles and life jackets. The home comes completely stocked with kitchen utensils, cookware, bed linens, towels and washcloths, and cleaning materials. There is a full washer/dryer here for your use and we keep you stocked with laundry detergent. All you need to bring are your personal toiletries and food!! There is a county boat ramp with rest rooms and picnic area about 4 miles down Fort Island Trail. Fort Island Gulf Beach is 6 miles away on Fort Island trail. Hunter Springs Beach on the freshwater spring-fed Hunters Bay is a quick 5 minute drive. The area is perfect for swimming with the manatees and swimming in nearby springs. 3 Sisters and King Spring are within paddling distance all in a no wake or slow speed zone, so no need to worry about high speed boats on the way. Please feel free to ask us any additional questions you may have regarding our home or the area. We do offer a 10% military, police, EMS, and firefighter discount with stays of 7 nights or more. Our home is open all year long for rental. Thank you and we hope to hear from you! Keywords: Stand alone Home, private, pool, manatee, swim, snorkel, spring, springs, fresh water, water, fish, fishing, dolphin, otter, turtle, tarpon, scallop, boat, boating, tubing, scalloping, gulf, river, quiet, relax, relaxing, serene, private, fence, dock, boat, seawall, kayak, kayaking, paddle board, new, king, queen, remodeled, 3 sisters, 3, three, sisters, three sisters \*\*\*\*\*\*I do require an ID from the primary guest before check in code is given. I do also like to speak with all incoming guests before check in, to go over tips for the home as well as answer any questions you might have. We are a pet friendly home. All pets MUST be approved \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 20 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. - 1 step to reach entrance - No elevator - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Not allowed indoors/Florida room. Outside only. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Paddleboard - Water park - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96395700/96395619/204b7f0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mason Creek on Homosassa River, 2/1, pets yes, floating dock, back/front porch Homosassa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.8 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=96395619&PinnedHotelID=96395619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34079100/34079068/2e0e2ea2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included Homosassa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 162 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=34079068&PinnedHotelID=34079068&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30360000/30358400/30358380/499ce67b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private, Beautiful & Quiet Guesthouse On The Withlacoochee River Yankeetown - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 30 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=30358380&PinnedHotelID=30358380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118450000/118449900/118449856/1ee371f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swim, Hike & Kayak: Crystal River Retreat w/ Yard! 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Failure to comply with any rules may result in withholding of security deposit. All garbage must be within trash bag. Pool pump must not be turned off Must report any broken utility or item, or any utility or item malfunction. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) Note from host: No cats. $150 nonrefundable additional per pet fee ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: 6 people max, including children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Not allowed indoors/Florida room. Outside only. ## 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Crystal River, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Preserve State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Crystal River travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Crystal-River.dx6085423) [View more Vacation homes in Crystal River](https://www.expedia.ca/Crystal-River-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6085423-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.87592%2C-82.60107&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=n1xdLRiFApjJaEs_yBgqk2L1isg=) Crystal River, FL ### What's nearby - ![Mermaid? ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55130/70aa4f82-8a90-4bec-92a6-df31ef317ef7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal River Preserve State Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![ Four Florida Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) swimming in the water at Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge in Florida, USA, a winter gathering site for manatees. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653966/1f7624c3-3efc-4937-8423-7451ada5c86e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge 4 min drive \- 3.1 km - ![Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) gazes contently, outside of Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976375781/7ed6d22c-0b98-42ac-bd1a-43a638023979.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Three Sisters Springs 4 min drive \- 3.8 km - ![United States, Florida, Citrus County, Crystal River, Fisherman at sunset at Fort Island Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653956/8f88a314-5705-484d-8f7c-6e2479e33d31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Island Gulf Beach 15 min drive \- 15.5 km - Plantation Inn and Golf Resort 2 min drive \- 2.1 km ### Getting around - Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) 91 min drive ### Restaurants - Bayside Kraft Kitchen 7 min drive - RaceTrac 5 min drive - Cody's Original Roadhouse 5 min drive - Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe 5 min drive - Wendy's 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Waterfront freshwater paradise with pool! 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[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 178 8 - Good 13 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtnie G. Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location 2nd time staying in this home! And didn't disappoint. Good location for boating, the Kayaks were awesome and the pool was perfect after a long day on the boat! ##### Courtnie G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy F. May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and nature overload Loved the quiet location and accessibility to river and nearby nature preserves! Home was lovely and well cared for. Hosts have thought of everything needed for a great stay, even recommended local restaurants that were perfect for our love of shrimp! ##### Sandy F. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren R. Jun 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great location,very clean and spacious.great for family and pets ##### Lauren R. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen H., Alachua, FL Aug 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short River Getaway Good location and we enjoyed our stay with great friends! ##### Karen H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. Apr 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10/10 isn’t enough Such a peaceful getaway. Definitely one of the best stays I’ve ever experienced. Thanks so much Rebecca! ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly P. Jun 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for us We had an amazing stay had everything we needed. The house and pool were so clean and towels so soft! We kayaked up and down river and floated in pool. Bbq grill was convenient. We fished off seawall and caught fish! lol our pups loved the freedom of pool area and fenced yard. we will be back for sure! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d17d0f8a-0c15-434b-941a-2822a6bc66d9-1749659624297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7281dc41-baae-4af5-89e7-3af7536fa753-1749659636345.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ada31039-01b3-4437-a515-5f9aa89e8550-1749659636005.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bf609dbe-7801-4826-aa56-dfa9043e0ef7-1749659627033.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kimberly P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cyndy H. Apr 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice house! This is a very nice property. The whole process was easy and seamless. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking. It was spotless! The property manager was wonderful to work with to make our stay very pleasant! ##### Cyndy H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alyssa K. Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Natures wonderland! We were amazed at the cleanliness of the house as well as it having everything we needed. We were blessed with multiple manatee sightings right outside the property, porpoises and so many fish! 10/10 recommend ##### Alyssa K. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca T. Jun 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and property! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property is right on a canal that leads to the bay. Nice area for the kids to play outside. Close to town and shops. 30 min kayak ride from Three Sister Springs. Will stay again in the future! ##### Rebecca T. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joyce W. Mar 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### On the bay Clean and well kept, and as described in listing. The hostess is lovely and responsive. Staying on the waterway was very interesting and access to the boats made the stay even better. We all enjoyed paddling around with the manatee and other wildlife which is plentiful. Wade fishing at the end of the main road was excellent. Great value for those who value nature. ##### Joyce W. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia K. Apr 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and peaceful I was looking for a quiet and relaxing long weekend close to the water, away from the busy life and close to lots of wildlife and I found it. This house is clean, spacious, and had all the basics we needed. Hope to come back soon. ##### Virginia K. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerri T. Jun 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing on the river Comfortable house in a peaceful and beautiful setting. We enjoyed spending time in the pool and sitting by the river - plus the easy access for kayaking in beautiful kings bay! Host was very helpful and accommodating. House was clean and had everything we needed. ##### Kerri T. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garilee B. Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay We had a wonderful stay at this house for Labor Day weekend. It was perfectly located near everything (on land and water) and the pool was perfect for our children (8 and 5). The house was spacious and immaculate. Unfortunately, we didn’t see any manatees in the canal in front of the house but luckily we saw them in the bay! We will definitely return! ##### Garilee B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen M. Aug 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Riverside home The home is a smaller, older home that has been very well redesigned and updated to make it comfortable for VRBO renters. Two screened-in outdoor areas, esp the pool much appreciated! We fished, kayakedand enjoyed the River so much. Thank you! ##### Karen M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hollie D. Jul 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home, lovely area Nice home on a large lot. It is well-appointed and stocked with necessities. The host was easy to communicate with. Loved looking out the back windows at kayakers and boaters in the canal. Close to lots of activities and a quick drive to the beach. ##### Hollie D. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tricia B. Apr 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it here As soon as I walked in. A manatee floated by. The kayaks are easy to load and unload. The birds and wild life are a delight! The neighbor hood is quiet. I loved it there ##### Tricia B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley W. May 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Relaxing Location My husband and I brought our 16 year son and his two friends to enjoy Crystal River for the weekend. This house was perfect for all of us! It was great for the boys to fish in the canal and with all the windows we could see them without being with them. It’s located in a cute little quiet neighborhood. All around this was a great place with a very nice and responsive host. ##### Ashley W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle K. Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family getaway This was one of our favorite places to stay! We were absolutely delighted to see a mama manatee and her baby swimming in the canal even though it was early April. We kayaked and fished every day - it was a joy. The house was perfect for our family of four and grandparents. The house had a beautiful view of the channel that we soaked up each morning! The home was clean and well stocked. Very close to 3 sisters springs too! Would recommend! ##### Michelle K. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cheryl m. Mar 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay Had a couple of hiccups at the beginning and end of our stay (modem went bad, no wifi first day of our stay and blackout in neighborhood last day) but otherwise it was a quiet pleasant stay. Nice neighborhood. Dead end street. We utilized the available kayaks almost every day of our stay. ##### cheryl m. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candace G. Aug 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Getaway Lovely property and amazingly helpful host. This home was perfectly accommodated for our family. We enjoyed quite early evenings fishing off the dock and launching kayaks and paddle boards from the property. The home has everything you need to enjoy yourself and is close to everything in town and a short distance from the springs we came to visit. We will definitely be back again. Thanks again Rebecca for all your assistance and communication! ##### Candace G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kendra K. Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing home on the canal From the moment we arrived wildlife was everywhere. The kayaks that came with the home were absolutely amazing to use and highly suggest if you stay you kayak to the cover to see the manatee. The beds were comfortable and split hvac units throughout the home to keep things cool. The kitchen had everything we needed minus the food. Only downside is the pool is not heated which I am sure in the summer wouldn’t matter. The communication was great! The guest book was a great place to find suggestions on local restaurants and places to visit. If you are looking to explore nature this is the place! ##### Kendra K. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher S. Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptional place It was a great location. Quiet neighborhood and nice neighbors. The house was very clean. The pool is a nice thing to have on hot days. We kayaked out into the bay, and even did the long trip across the bay to three sisters springs. I would definitely reccommend staying at this property for a family of four or less. We caught a wide range of fish in the canal behind the house. We loved it. Will definitely be back. ##### Christopher S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kalina a. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, cozy, clean and convenient location We had very relaxing 3 days at this home. We've rented hundreds of vacation homes through the last 25 years. This one was probably the cleanest! Enjoyed the pool, the beauty of the canal. My husband caught several cat fish and a couple red fish. Did a little canoeing. Went to Homosassa for an airboat ride and to Crystal river for swimming with the manatees. Lots of memories to keep us warm for a while! Would LOVE to come back for more! THANK YOU SO MUCH, Rebecca! ##### kalina a. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rayna K. Dec 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Canal House! This was definitely one of our favorite vacations! Crystal River is still very much the “old Florida” that I remember from my childhood. The house was perfect! Very clean and had everything we needed. The open great room and kitchen were very spacious, and the Florida room provides gorgeous views of the canal. There is actually a fair amount of privacy on the canal. Most of the other houses we saw had no privacy at all. We saw a manatee swimming through within just a couple of hours after arriving. The kayaks were great for exploring through the canal. At night, the water really comes alive with jumping fish! The dark night skies were perfect for stargazing. Really just a magical place! ##### Rayna K. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan P. May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 100 Stars I honestly don't know where to start. There was not even a slightly negative thing to say. The house was exceptionally clean. The check in process was smooth and amazing. Rebecca was just an all around amazing host. She stayed in contact with me, even when it was a dumb question I had. She was so accommodating. The house itself is in a perfect location. It was quiet, so relaxing and spacious. But do bring bug spray, lol. Although I didnt see any wildlife. It was amazing that I could just fish right off the back yard, swim in the pool after a hard day and light the grill and listen to music. If I have my choice I would definitely come back to the house and have her as my host. ##### Alan P. 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