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Cute Waterfront Cottage Style House 2 Adults/ 1 Child A Guest Favorite!

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, video library, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Homosassa, FL
  • Popular LocationHomosassa Springs Wildlife State Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationYulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park7 min drive
  • Popular Location7 Sisters Springs15 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)67 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
975 sq ft
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

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

Cute Waterfront Cottage Style House 2 Adults/ 1 Child A Guest Favorite!

A Rare Find!
Discover this 2 Bed 2 Bath Waterfront Cottage home with deep-water dock, perfect for a couple with 1 child or 2 children (4 person (max) family getaway). It's best suited for 2 adults and 1 child. A comfortable and very clean home with stunning waterfront views. An authentic Old Florida "Homosassa Waterfront Retreat", ready for you, friends and family to enjoy. No Pets Allowed!

Centrally located near the Homosassa Springs for manatee viewing and the Gulf for secluded beaches, great fishing and catching scallops. Also it is located 12 miles from World Woods Golf Club, Florida’s only 5 star public course.

Look on the map and see the short easy walk from the home to waterfront restaurants and Tiki-bars. Forget something? Take a quick trip, walk or ride down the street, buy a gallon of milk, a bottle of wine, groceries, beer and more.

Explore the town of Homosassa with a boat ride, paddle or scenic drive to local restaurants, stores, shopping areas and attractions. Or choose instead to go off the beaten path and find your own secluded waterways. The special places nearby, where a mother manatee swims with her calf in clear waters full of fish. Places like the backyard deck where dolphin swim, manatee visit and friendly birds fly and visit each day. You'll be in the middle of everything you want and perfectly far enough away from it all.

The residence is fully furnished in every way. Comfortable beds sleep 2 adults and 1-2 children. Cook your meals in the fully equipped kitchen or walk outside to the backyard grill. Free cable television and free wireless Internet is included. Enjoy the screened outdoor Lanai or relax on the large waterside dock. Save your vacation money using the (included) kayaks. All available for your free use as our guests, with paddles and lot's of gear and extra's for water play or a fun trip to the nearby springs.

Have a rainy Florida day? Relax and enjoy yourself under the cover of the screened Lanai. We are one of just a few local vacation rentals, where you can also park your car under a large carport to stay dry as you come and go with family and friends.

Boaters will love the 20' deep water dock plus 59' more feet of "no-wake" seawall space and nearby Marina Boat Ramps. A boat trailer can be parked onsite. Boats of all sizes, kayaks, canoes and jet skis can be left ready to go and secured on the many dock areas. Walk out back and swim with the manatee or jump into your boat, kayaks or canoe, the large double waterfront lot provides over 100' of docking options.

The dock area is large and within arm's reach of the Manatees, Dolphins, River Otters and Fish. Watch and enjoy the local wildlife or catch fish and blue crabs right here. We include fishing rods, tackle and crab traps for your use. The sink located on the Dock will help you clean your fish & scallops, (plus keep your hands clean). Our Outdoor shower will take care of the rest!
Also check out our nearby sister property "Homosassa Riverfront Retreat" 702531
over (60) "5 Star" guest reviewed home!
Our calendar is filling fast!, so don't wait! Reserve now for the best dates!

Property manager

Homosassa Blue Springs Retreat - Ray & Barb

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Lobster/crab pot

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Combined shower/bath
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Homosassa

What's nearby

  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 3 min drive
  • Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 7 min drive
  • Homosassa Butterfly - 9 min drive
  • 7 Sisters Springs - 15 min drive
  • Three Sisters Springs - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Moschello's Pizza - 5 min drive
  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Sugarmill Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Twistee Treat Homosassa - 4 min drive
  • Crumps Landing - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cute Waterfront Cottage Style House 2 Adults/ 1 Child A Guest Favorite! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

melody s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting Mamaw and Papaw
Such a beautiful property. Loved the visits from the herons. So quiet and peaceful. Will definitely be renting again on our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

tim h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homosassa Getaway
The cottage with it's great location was comfortable, clean and well equipped. It was peaceful, we saw manatees with calves in the canal and we also enjoyed just relaxing in the lanai. Ray was very responsive to a couple of questions & concerns we had. Great stay, hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable, and well furnished.
This is the second time we have rented from Ray, and just like the last time, the home was clean and comfortable. I appreciated having access to the kayaks and fishing gear. My only complaint is the dock could use a revamping. We got a couple splinters when barefoot on the dock. All in all, a very good experience and I would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy water front
Very enjoyable stay, caught lots of catfish off the dock, great location, close to old Florida sites. Would highly recommend staying here, sea grass boat ride, right next door.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
great location and a great host. Very comfortable and clean. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We loved sitting on the porch and looking at the water!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

bret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was as advertised! - Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
Had a wonderful time during the manatee overwintering season. The weather was not great, but the house is so cozy and quiet and the kids absolutely loved it. We had a small issue with heat (in Florida!) and Ray got back to me immediately and helped me resolve it. The porch is wonderful and the steam from the river in the mornings was the best alarm clock. There is a blue heron who will visit you, which was a far cry from the robins and pigeons of the NYC metro area, and my kids loved it. We did have an issue with hot water that no one can explain, but it did not take away from our adventure. This is a rustic old Florida experience. Crystal River is quiet and not very touristy compared to other Florida beach towns and totally worth it. When my kids arrived, my youngest said "this is the best hotel ever!"
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homosassa Cottage on Canal
The cottage is a comfortable, well equipped, peaceful spot for a long or short stay. We really appreciated the equipment that was available for us to use like kayaks, lawn chairs, fishing rods and tackle. The screened porch is wonderful! and the kitchen is well equipped if you like to cook. There were two of us and it was plenty of room for us. It also would work for 3 people. We spent time on the water, went to Crystal River for a fishing trip and to the State Park as well as just hanging out and enjoying the warm weather. The communication was great and we had no issues with check-in and out. There was a small issue with the air conditioning but it was dealt with promptly. We would recommend the Cottage to explore this very cool area of Florida.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Location
Nice small house by the river cool place to fish and kayak Nice park close by
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024