Title: WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees - 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 # WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33150000/33143800/33143730/9847e8ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33150000/33143800/33143730/13c1cdef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33150000/33143800/33143730/539f11e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33150000/33143800/33143730/a7b3fdba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33150000/33143800/33143730/7a124a18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Halls River Retreat in Homosassa Springs, Florida is a scenic waterfront home that offers the ultimate relaxing getaway. Enjoy kayaking right from the backyard, fishing, and swimming with manatees in the pristine spring-fed Halls River. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace ## 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 • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees Come stay in this beautifully decorated, freshly remodeled home featuring a spacious and relaxing open floor plan with all new furniture throughout the house. Kayaks included! You can enjoy nature, fish and kayak right from the backyard. Scenic and Relaxing, Halls River Retreat is located in the coveted north end of Homosassa Springs, only minutes from the centers of Crystal River, Homosassa Springs and Old Homosassa. The Retreat is located on the Halls River, part of the Homosassa River, a pristine spring fed river where manatee come to give birth and relax away from the hustle and bustle of boat traffic on the main part of the river. It is a kayaker’s paradise. The Halls and Homosassa Rivers offer year round world class fishing opportunities - and are home to an abundance of wildlife in the water, on shore and in the air! AMENITIES and SPECIAL FEATURES Kayaks for Guest Use. Single and tandem Explore the unspoiled shores of the Halls River and the Homosassa River Incredible Fishing and a Nature Lover’s Paradise SWIM WITH THE MANATEE - Watch, get up-close, and swim with the Gentle Giants of Homosassa. Did you know that the waters of Citrus County (Homosassa and Crystal River) are the only place in the United States where you can legally swim with the manatee in the wild? Kayak alongside Emu Island Florida and enjoy the antics of a mob of rare blue-eyed white and blonde emus Screened room and a large outdoor deck overlook a spring fed canal where you can relax, fish and enjoy nature BBQ grill in screened porch Outdoor fire pit (we do not supply firewood) Wi-Fi to keep you connected during your stay Large fenced-in back yard This waterfront home is only minutes from shopping, the world famous Three Sisters Springs, Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park and Crystal River. It is only an hour’s drive to some of Florida’s best theme parks, zoo, museums and attractions! A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS. All of the nature photos on this page were taken either in the backyard or within a very short paddle from the Retreat. Amazing, breathtaking, and captivating moments and memories await you at Halls River Retreat in Homosassa Springs Florida. Prior to and throughout your stay, we are just a text or phone call away. Your host, Joanne ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - 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 ### 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 - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking outdoors only. Must pick up butts. ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76010000/76003500/76003463/fb7f144c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Fun, direct access to Gulf! 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Must pick up butts. ## 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 Note from host: Wedding & Family events! Contact us for details. 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 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 A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Scenic Relaxing Waterfront Retreat House Homosassa Scenic Relaxing Waterfront Retreat House Scenic Relaxing Waterfront Retreat Homosassa Scenic Relaxing Waterfront Retreat Scenic Relaxing Waterfront Re Scenic Relaxing Waterfront Retreat Homosassa Waterfront Last Minute Weekend Special Deal! Waterfront Home Kayaks Included Nature Lovers Paradise Manatee Last Minute Christmas Opening for This Beautiful Waterfront Home ## 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%7C28.82269%2C-82.58176&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AfVKLtjfudbOrDrXE4rLuuvEYSI=) Homosassa, FL #### What's nearby - Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Citrus County Dog Park - 7 min drive - 4.9 km - Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum - 9 min drive - 7.8 km - Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 9 min drive - 7.8 km - Riverhaven Marina - 10 min drive - 8.7 km #### Getting around - Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 70 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wallace's at the Greenhouse - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Citrus County Dog Park and Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park and A Crystal River Kayak Company are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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