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Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Crystal River vacation rental home is a haven for family and friends. Bring your boat to the 8 x 20 floating dock and explore nearby Three Sister's Springs, Hunter Springs, or head out to the Gulf. This spacious home features an open floor plan, fully equipped kitchen with gas grill on the outdoor deck, at least 6 kayaks and life vests provided.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101786 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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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.

Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock

Fabulous vacation rental home in the heart of Crystal River! Bring your boat! There's no bridge blocking your way to the Gulf. Home is fun ready! Boat or Kayak from the 8 x 20 floating dock (open on both ends) to the local fun spots. Spacious home with very open floor plan for family fun! 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, sleeps 10 people. Great place for family and friends to gather for some rest and relaxation after a busy day on the water. Fully equipped kitchen that's waiting for the seafood chef in you to cook the catch of the day, or enjoy your meal cooked on the gas grill on the outdoor deck. At least 6 kayaks and life vests are provided. Three Sister's Springs and Hunter Springs are nearby. The "Plantation Inn" is walking distance and you can launch your boat there for a small fee. Fishing tournaments, manatee tours, boat & paddle board rentals, sunset cruises are all nearby. You're also very close to several of Crystal River's best rated restaurants. Come see what Crystal River has to offer and swim with the manatee! The house is on a beautiful half acre lot for your enjoyment with ample parking. Short boat ride to the gulf and no bridge to worry about. Let's start packing! If the home is ready, early check in may be available. Purchasing trip insurance when you book is recommended. BOOKINGS MORE THAN 2 WEEKS REQUIRE APPROVAL. Property has exterior cameras. If cameras become deactivated during your stay, owner can access property to reset with very short notice. Some pets allowed, pet fee required ($75/wk or $200/mo per pet).

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Unit size: 1,786 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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 (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: $100 per pet (short stays) $250 per pet (monthly)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 13
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A Crystal River Kayak Company - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock located?

This family-friendly Crystal River holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Plantation Inn and Golf Resort, A Crystal River Kayak Company and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Three Sisters Springs and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Bring your Boat and Enjoy Crystal River! Fish & See Manatee at Our Dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent getaway for a scalloping trip! Rented a boat at nearby marina & enjoyed time with family & friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice stay here. The house was very well kept and had everything we needed. The location is perfect and the boat dock provided easy access for those that bring a boat, to Crystal River and the Gulf.We will definitely be booking this location again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

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

Close to everything

Really nice location and beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

Great place great location right on the water

This place exceeded our expectations. The owner was extremely easy to communicate with beautiful home. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier S.

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

Great home base for scalloping

We had a great stay and enjoyed our first scalloping adventure. The location was perfect and this may have been the cleanest rental I have ever stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay with friends scalloping. House was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome family weekend with friends. House was everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

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

Awesome perfect spot

Great location and very clean. Perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location and good communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great family vacation at this house the layout was great. There was great communication from the host and the location was perfect. You can launch your boat at the Plantation Inn right across the canal. I would definitely recommend this property and we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, all amenities as expected. Check was easy, great communication with host. Very clean. Boat dock fit our 23' center console perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house - enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha R.

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

Family vacation

The house was very cozy and clean with a beautiful view. After a long day on the water, we couldn't have asked for a better place to retreat to. Cant wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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

Great Place To Stay

House and location were perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

Crystal River Getaway

Great location to stay and explore Crystal River ! Loved the backyard! Close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Quite and a good location. Foossball table was a hit with kids and adults.

Nice quiet place with dock access that we could pull boat up to was a plus. The only negative was previous guest left a lot of cigarette butts in the fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy N.

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

So close to the Springs

Great on the water home with kayaks included. It was so nice to just hop on a board or kayak and paddle off. The house was very spacious and comfortable and the Host was very responsive. I will definitely stay again when I'm in the area
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndi W.

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

River adventure!

Perfect place to stay and explore the Crystal River. We rented a pontoon from Paddletails. The kids loved the kayaks and the home was perfect for our two families to hang out and enjoy our time in Florida.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen Z.

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

Manatee excursion

Great location. House was perfect and loved using the kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami V.

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

Great place for adults to hang out.

Nice place. Loved the openness of it. Loved the fussball table and that they provided kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey S.

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

Nice stay

Very nice—would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen T.

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

Small family getaway

Had a great weekend getaway with the family. Beautiful house, lots to do. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey L.

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

Best House Ever

Everything was great and clean. Host was incredibly kind and responsive. Having the kayaks on the water for the entire family was a game changer. Manatees did even pass our dock! Thanks so much! Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Crystal River.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

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

Girls Getaway

The property was perfect for us. Great that it was so close to our meeting point to swim with the manatees and restaurants. The accommodations were clean and welcoming. Pictures accurately capture the property and its amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikyle K.

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

Great stay

The property was very welcoming and clean. We came to paddle with the manatees and enjoy Crystal river. Short paddle to the bay and a little workout to the further springs, the kayaks were comfortable and I was able to bring the pup. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025