Title: Quiet Canal Front Home With Access To The Gulf - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Quiet Canal Front Home With Access To The Gulf Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95660000/95656300/95656203/21c0994b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95660000/95656300/95656203/1e4bd36d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95660000/95656300/95656203/1deaa953.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95660000/95656300/95656203/a9f9eb9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95660000/95656300/95656203/dce953cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Riverside Retreat invites you to unwind in a peaceful Crystal River neighborhood on a serene canal. With direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, enjoy kayaking, scalloping or fishing with provided 2 tandem kayaks and life jackets for adults and children. Explore nearby Fort Island beach, nature walks at preserves or swim with Manatees during cooler months. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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. ### Quiet Canal Front Home With Access To The Gulf Welcome to Riverside Retreat! Come experience the true beauty of Crystal River and all it has to offer! Imagine your days kayaking, scalloping or fishing on Crystal River with direct access just minutes away from the Gulf of Mexico. Discover Deep Sea Fishing and swimming with Manatees or simply take just take some time out to soak in the sun at Fort Island beach or enjoy nature walks and bird watching at nearby preserves that are all just a few miles away. Riverside Retreat is located is a peaceful neighborhood on a canal. Inside you will find a fully renovated space that it is equipped with all of the amenities you will need to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. The kitchen has updated appliances, a coffee station and is fully stocked with new pots and pans, dinnerware, utensils and so much more. There spacious living/dining open concept is perfect for your family and entertaining guests. The master bedroom is spacious with its own private bath. The guest bedrooms are cozy and is a place you can go to unwind at the end of a busy day. Other additional activities like board games, puzzles, cards and corn hole boards are available for family and friends to enjoy. Also, don’t forget to bring your fishing rods to fish off the new floating dock! There is a public boat ramp 1 mile from the house, so bring your boat! (recomended up to 23ft) The canal empties into Crystal River and is a short boat ride to the Gulf of Mexico where you can fish, go scalloping or simply choose to anchor your boat and relax at a nearby sandbar hangout. If you head south on the river, that will take you to Kings Bay, Three Sisters Springs, Hunter Springs, waterfront restaurants and bars. There are also several hiking trails, preserves and state parks within a few miles where you can enjoy nature and wildlife. In the cooler months, don’t forget to come swim with the Manatees!! For your use and enjoyment there are: \- 2 Tandem Kayaks \- 2 Adult / 2 Children paddles \- 2 Adult / 2 Children life jackets Kayaking from the house to the Springs is about a 30-45 minutes paddle, depending on your skill level. Kayaking from Hunter Springs to Three Sisters is about 20 minutes depending on boat traffic. Tides fluctuate in the canal, depending on your draft and you will need to watch the tides. Once you come experience all that Crystal River has to offer, you will find that it will be one of your favorite destination places to visit! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming 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 ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116930000/116926000/116925972/a9cb3ac2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront 3 bedroom, 2 bath with direct Gulf Access and dock in Crystal River Dixie Shores - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $267 CA $599 total includes taxes & fees Nov 10 - Nov 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=116925972&PinnedHotelID=116925972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103900000/103896300/103896219/221df715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### On Crystal River 2 Docks Secure Trailer Parking. 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Treat property with same care as your own. Leave property in the same condition as received. Pets not allowed on the couch or beds unless covered. Tenant and guests will be subject to eviction from the Property if terms of the Rental Agreement or Rules are violated; monies paid will be forfeited. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Note from host: Pets not allowed on couch or beds without covering ### 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 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 ## About the area ![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%7C28.89931%2C-82.62232&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=En4pG5D6DdnbL5VH3hfUNfPWNxg=) Crystal River, FL #### What's nearby - Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 8.1 km - Three Sisters Springs - 10 min drive - 9.2 km - Hunter Spring Park - 11 min drive - 10.2 km - Crystal River Watersports Marina - 15 min drive - 14.3 km - Crystal River Archaeological State Park - 18 min drive - 15.9 km #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Bayside Kraft Kitchen - ‬11 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive - ‪Denny's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Quiet Canal Front Home With Access To The Gulf pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Quiet Canal Front Home With Access To The Gulf? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Quiet Canal Front Home With Access To The Gulf? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Quiet Canal Front Home With Access To The Gulf located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal River Preserve State Park and Fort Island Trail Park. Spice Key is 2 mi (3.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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