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Step into this tropical haven, where massive palm trees and a breathtaking pool set the tone for an unforgettable getaway. This 6-bedroom retreat offers ample space to unwind, with a private lanai and outdoor furniture perfect for lounging by the water's edge or enjoying al fresco dining. The expansive master suite boasts its own sitting area overlooking the pool, while three additional bedrooms provide plenty of room for friends and family.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Your Manatee and Scalloping Adventure Retreat in Crystal River

A sauna, laundry facilities and express check-in are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Additionally, express check-out, a garden and charcoal grills are on-site. The holiday home has 6 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a private pool and a fireplace.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and fireplaces. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers with in-room jetted baths, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with video game consoles. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video game console
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave beds unmade, do not strip. If daybed trundles or sofa bed are used, leave extended. Wash and dry towels, if possible, but do not mix whites with colors.
Return any indoor and outdoor furniture which was moved to its original location.
Clean the grill, if used during your stay. This includes the grates, burner covers, and the bottom panel which holds the grease catcher.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pet fee and signed pet agreement required

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Nature Coast Adventure Headquarters Crystal River
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About the area

Located in Crystal River, this holiday home is in a rural area. Bowlero Crystal River and A Crystal River Kayak Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and ecotours nearby. Visit our Crystal River travel guide
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Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) gazes contently, outside of Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, Florida
    Three Sisters Springs
    7 min drive - 6.4 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.
    Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Bowlero Crystal River
    5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • A Crystal River Kayak Company
    6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
    6 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    105 min drive

Restaurants

  • RaceTrac
    7 min drive
  • Circle K
    5 min drive
  • Copp Winery & Brewery
    6 min drive
  • Circle K
    6 min drive
  • Los Magueyes
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Manatee and Scalloping Adventure Retreat in Crystal River have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Your Manatee and Scalloping Adventure Retreat in Crystal River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Your Manatee and Scalloping Adventure Retreat in Crystal River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your Manatee and Scalloping Adventure Retreat in Crystal River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Manatee and Scalloping Adventure Retreat in Crystal River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your Manatee and Scalloping Adventure Retreat in Crystal River located?

This family-friendly Crystal River holiday home is located in a rural location, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Bowlero Crystal River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Three Sisters Springs and A Crystal River Kayak Company. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Your Manatee and Scalloping Adventure Retreat in Crystal River Reviews

Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time together

We had a great family trip here. House was a great setup. Close to lots of fun things to do in Crystal River. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious home with pool

Spacious home has several bedrooms and large areas to gather, by the pool or in the living room area or in the nice sized kitchen. Great location to visit the area, close to several restaurants and local stores.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

A wonderful place to stay with family on vacation! It was just a described. It was bright,clean,and spacious. Everything was clean and well kept. Could not be happier!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Convenient

Great house and very convenient to fishing and shops!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scarlett F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

The property was amazing for my party of 8. We had family visiting from out of the country, and it was so special to have everyone under one roof. The home was spotless and provided all the comforts of home. We definitely recommend this listing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Great house in a convenient neighborhood. Lots of amenities nearby. The house is well appointed and the hosts are probably the most organized VRBO folks CR experienced - with a binder that gives you all the info you’d need about the home, and nearby attractions. I’ll look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mechelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded all expectations

Our family of 12 stayed at this property for 4 days and 4 nights. Everything was clean and orderly. The pool was amazing. While I did not use the sauna my daughter in law did and she said it was amazing. There was plenty of room for everyone to have their own spaces to tuck away when feeling tired or over stimulated. The landlords are very kind and very accommodating. We all agreed that we'd love to return here again. Thank you for helping us make great memories with our children and grand littles!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thais T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent house, neighborhood and host!

Mike was an excellent host. He always answered our calls or emails and the house is thoughtfully marked where items are stored or available. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the beds and linens are very comfortable. The master is huge and we have a 2 y/o and their 3 y/o and we bring the twin air mattresses for them and there was still a ton of space after having the kids all set up. We brought our flats boat. Close enough to ramps and restaurants. We also rented a pontoon for scalloping to accommodate friends and the house is a short distance to everything you need. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot for a stay in Crystal River

We had the best time during our stay at this house. The house had plenty of bed and sleeping spaces for our party of 8. The house was spacious and had enough seating for everyone to enjoy all of the spaces. This house was located in an amazing neighborhood that made Crystal River, Lecanto and.Homosassa Springs all very easy to get to. The only thing I may point out to future guests is the house is located almost directly at the end of the runway for the local small craft airport. We all tend to sleep with sound machines so it did not affect our stay, but they do start early in the morning. Owner was great to communicate with us regarding the replacing of the stove the day we arrived. We would definitely stay here again if we came back to Crystal River.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

KEEP LOOKING!

Our recent experience with this home was far from satisfactory. • The kitchen cabinets contained dirty dishes and appliances. • The lanai/pool deck was covered in mildew/slime making it dangerously slippery. • A fallen tree over the firepit rendered it unusable. • The pet area was neglected, with knee-high grass making it unusable even with a paid pet fee. • Spiders and mosquitoes throughout the property inside and out. • One of the bathrooms is a pool bath located outside the main home, which is inconvenient at night and with small children. • Pool safety fence was not installed as requested. • The home is advertised to sleep 10-12 people, but there are numerous additional charges including additional guest charges in the owner’s secondary contract. • There are cameras at entrances recording both audio and video. • The owner maintains a mobile home on the side of the property. • The size of the house and the beds were great. However, the property needs significant improvements in service and maintenance to meet expectations. • Potential renters should thoroughly read the owner’s lengthy description and contract before booking. Be aware of the additional charges, requirements, and privacy implications. • All issues were communicated to the owner during our stay, but no resolutions were provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Nice sized clean home

The home is clean & a good size with a nice layout for larger groups. But, several things impacted the quality of our stay. 1st was the pool. It was unusable for 2 days due to green algae. We contacted the owner, he instructed us to shock the pool & how to scrub the algae. He then reached out to the service. After 2 daily treatments by the service, the pool was usable. As vacation renters, it was upsetting to be asked to clean a pool that should have been ready for use. The drink ware in the house needs a refresh. The mugs are tin with some rust spotting and the coating was peeling off the handles. All other glasses are colored plastic tumblers. The addition of a step stool, mop & teakettle would be welcome. Cleaning supplies are limited. Not enough laundry soap is provided if you would also like to wash towels during your stay. Small guest soaps are provided by the sinks but no soap was provided in the shower. Please read the owners lengthy description & contract before renting.The home is advertised to sleep 10-12, but there are additional charges for parties over 6. There is also an extra charge to utilize the electric heater for the pool. There are cameras present at ALL entrances that record audio in their vicinity as well as video. The # of guests is monitored. Extra daytime friends are limited to 4. A challenge when visiting family. A copy of my drivers license was required to check in. Providing personal info & being subject to recording is not in my comfort zone.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Randall M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was nice. Glad to have a private pool for the family. Had an issue with the AC the last day but the owner was very responsive and got it fixed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice big home for extended family

this property was perfect for us, grandma, son, daughter and son in law and grandchildren 11-17. plenty of separate spaces and large gathering spaces. The pool was great for the kids, kitchen was well laid out and had adequate supplies. the owner was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

art h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and convenient property

We enjoyed our stay. Grandkids loved the pool.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location was everything!

I have been coming to Inverness/Homosassa/Crystal River for almost a decade. This house has been my favorite in terms of size and location. A pool is a must for me on these trips and it did not disappoint. We are big cookers and the kitchen was well stocked with a Publix just minutes away from the house. Along with being less then 20 minutes away from where we had a boat rental reservation. Our family fit comfortably, and we had a trip to remember at this location. I am hoping to return next year and stay at this house again, 10 out of 10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not so great

Property and amenities nice but cleanliness an issue in kitchen drawer and cabinets. Not enough forks, no cleaning supplies beside dish detergent. One dish towel. Also the pool was green and had to basically do it ourselves. We were told the pool guy would come but never did. Obvious a pretty permanent situation according to other reviews. Third bathroom is outside near pool. It worked for us but maybe not so great for a different group. Not stated in description. Needs some TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as pictured. All one could hope for !

It was just as presented. Things were easy to find in the home, the owners had labels for most items ... fans, pots, pans, etc... The owners were very available. Street relatively quiet, property very private. Close to all of Crystal River, groceries, attractions, etc... Beds were super comfy. House was very very clean. The owners have installed a informational computer with all you'd need to know to run the house. Very cool. We loved it so much; we booked for next year !!!!
Stayed 92 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home - Nice Neighborhood

I rented this home with 10 friends for our annual Girls Weekend. The home is beautiful and was very clean. The master bedroom was a lovely oasis with a soaker tub and beautiful shower. It even has a sauna! We were a little tight with 11 adults but we’ve been friends for nearly 40 years so we really like each other. The pool was beautiful and refreshing. We enjoyed floating and chatting all weekend in the pool. The location worked great for us. We were close to great dining options and recreation activities by a short drive. The owner provided excellent communication and was in touch for anything we might need. They did stop by the property to pick something up so we even got to meet them. They were great. I’d 100% stay at one of their properties in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June 2022 Vacation

Check in was easy, the home itself lovely. Nice notes places throughout the home with helpful suggestions, ie the shades to use in the master bedroom for the round portion above the blinds. We did end up leaving after 2 days as the pool was not clean. Owner did inquire at our early departure where I mentioned it did not seem the pool filter was functioning. It was suggested I should have been in contact so that steps to use the pool vacuum could have been explained. Unfortunately that is not something I feel as a vacationer I need to be responsible for.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Doreen B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

User beware !

First I will start with the bad. I checked in on Sunday AUG 4,2024. I was not provided with the code to the property until after I called several times AFTER the 4pm check in time. When we finally got into the house we were met with a completely green unusable pool.The pool is the reason I chose this property. I wish this review would let me post pictures. I contacted the host with pictures and was told there is a chemical called shock I could put into the pool myself, as well as a scrub brush. I did not come on vacation to clean someone else’s pool. I am 75 years old Once the “shock” is put it the pool can’t be used for 24 hours. I then sent a picture of the levels of chemicals in the pool. The host then sent the pool service the next day, who also didn’t scrub the pool. At this point I’m done fighting with them about it is obvious they do not care. Back to other issues, every dish I pulled out of the cabinet was dirty/had crusted food on it. I went to store and got paper plates. I notified the host of this issue first day who stated she would have cleaner “check” dishes. This does not solve the issue. We moved a table because something was dropped under it and there was a teddy bear and a bloody Kleenex underneath. I could go on an on. The outside trash cans were over flowing when we got there so there was no place to put our garbage. Just awful. Now for the good, the house is beautiful, the decor is perfect and there are plenty of places
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property

Nice accommodations, plenty of room to spread out for larger groups/families with kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Experience!

We truly enjoyed our stay. The house was beautiful and had a functional layout. The pool and lanai were spectacular. The owners were very responsive and provided helpful info, not to mention their local recommendations for food and activities in the area! (We left a business card for a great ice cream shop in the area called Frozen in Time). We can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Our family had a super time on our vacation. Plenty of space both indoors and outdoors. Fenced in area for our fur babies was great. Highly recommend you home and would stay again. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Crystal River

Our family had the best time at this rental. It was clean and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the pool very much. The location was great as well!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for relaxing vacation

We really enjoyed our stay. I brought my adult daughter, teenage sister and tween daughter along with my adult daughter’s dog. Definitely plan your trip if you’re bringing a dog because they can’t be at most beaches. Overall everything was great. House is about an hour and a half from Siesta Key/Sarasota but there are closer beaches too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022