With a stay at this vacation home in Crystal River, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Three Sisters Springs and Plantation Inn and Golf Resort. .This vacation home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge.
Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
A Crystal River Kayak Company - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
Three Sisters Springs - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Restaurants
RaceTrac - 3 min drive
Cody's Original Roadhouse - 3 min drive
Wendy's - 4 min drive
Arby's - 4 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy Cottage - River House - Kayaks - SUP - Relax & Recharge
Amazing location in a quiet charming neighborhood - River living at its finest - Centrally located, fully furnished, access to community dock, WiFi, Kayaks included. Prepare your meals in a kitchen fit for a Chef! No cleaning fees.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, ecotours nearby, and snorkeling nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and scuba diving nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
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 health/beauty spa
Near the marina
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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 complete the following before checking out:
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Reviews
Cozy Cottage - River House - Kayaks - SUP - Relax & Recharge Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeff L.
Dec 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was the perfect house for a stay in Crystal River. It had everything we needed, including kayaks. It was convenient to the water—only a block to the community dock/boat launch. The bedrooms were comfortable, the kitchen was well equipped, and the indoor and outdoor spaces were inviting. The neighborhood was quiet and yet close to everything. Burke was friendly and very accommodating. He answered every message within minutes. I highly recommend this river home.
Jeff L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Philip A.
Dec 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Although we did not cook the kitchen was very new and had all modern appliances.
Philip A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas D.
Dec 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was excellent, I didn’t get to cook but the Kitchen was incredible, new everything! The host provides kayaks which was the selling point for me. The location is 1 mile from Three Sisters Springs. We kayaked in and saw dozens of manatee. Host was on point with communication. Excellent trip, saved for another visit!
Nicholas D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy L.
Nov 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, quiet neighborhood, great kitchen, large yard, good communication with owners. Close to parks and restaurants.
Kathy L.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lloyd N.
Nov 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The location next to the water was amazing. The convenience of having kayaks to take out to the water was so cool because the manatees were practically right outside the house. The house itself was so nice and comfortable. Highly recommend this stay!
Lloyd N.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Toni R.
Nov 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Be aware that the floors are Terrazo tile and is very cold. We would have liked to adjust the thermostat higher on cold days but couldn’t override the thermostat. Couches are vinyl and worn out and the seats too deep for short people. Porch furniture cushions are also worn out. Kitchen, bathroom and location are great.
Toni R.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dy'Monique N.
Nov 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was a clean and organized home! Very respectful and responsive host! They even got us a birthday card! Will probably stay here again!
Dy'Monique N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
SHOSHANA G.
Sep 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time at this property. It had everything we needed. The house was very clean and tidy. We enjoyed the scenic kayaking in the area. The owner was very helpful, and flexible when we decided to stay an extra day. Thanks so much! We love the area, and would definitely be back.
SHOSHANA G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Micha W., Lakeland
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Communication with owner was quick. The home is cozy and has everything you need. It is located 3 min walking distance from the dock where you can put kayaks in and head straight to the springs right around the corner. Kayaks, paddle, life jackets, etc is all provided. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay for our short getaway. We will visit again.
Micha W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marlena S.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend getaway
Perfect location with access to the boat ramp and community dock!
Marlena S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and fully stocked. Super comfortable.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erica M.
Jul 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy and relaxing
Owner couldn’t be nicer!
Erica M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Mar 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for us
My 22 yoa son and I went fishing in Crystal River. This property was perfect for our needs. VERY clean, had all that we needed (kitchen accessories, towels/linens and working internet), and was close to the dock.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dusty S., Murphy, NC
Mar 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very spacious
Great property close to the canals. Many recent updates to the property.
Dusty S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
John L.
Feb 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
We had a very good stay. Communication was great, check-in and out easy. Nice large property with close proximity to Crystal River, Hermossasa, etc. There's a beach about 8 miles away that was a real treat. Recommended.
John L.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wayne K., Orlando, FL USA
Sep 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
The cottage was just as described on the listing. Freshly remodeled, clean, quiet and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and loved being close to the water which allowed us to explore Kings Bay and Three Sisters Springs with our kayak. Our host was easy to communicate with and responded quickly to our inquiries.
Wayne K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debbie Z.
Aug 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home!
We loved our stay, it was very clean, centrally located, the owners were very responsive and kind . Great trip, great place, highly recommended