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Waterfront Crystal River with dock and kayaks
On Crystal River with Dock. Bring boat. Walking distance to the Plantation Resort. Boat or Kayak over to 7 waterfront restaurants. Entertaining deck with floating dock no lift. Remodeled in 2020, plenty of room for the family and additional trailer parking . Fishing or paddle 100 yards to open water of Kings Bay and King Spring, Hunter Springs, Three Sisters Springs. Manatees frequent dock, fish in the bay, swim in the springs, scallop, snorkel, Eco tours and world class fishing charters.

NEW Cozy House| 5 Min Three Sisters Springs
Welcome to our lovely "Manatee House". Relax in the lovely 2BR 2Bath house nestled in the family-friendly neighborhood of Crystal River, FL. Enjoy the serene and comfortable ambiance and have hours of fun in the game room while being close to picturesque the Three Sisters Springs, where you can meet & swim with the manatees. The minimalist style and rich amenity list will leave you in awe. ✔ 2 Comfy BRs ✔ Fully Equipped Kitchen ✔ Game Room ✔ Smart TVs w/ Roku ✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi ✔ Free Parking

Woodpecker Treehouse Retreat
Take some time for yourself and enjoy the treehouse, you will marvel at nature, you will be surrounded by beautiful birds of different types, explore the place just 10 minutes from Santos Trailhead and 35 from Rainbow Springs. After you finish visiting Ocala and seeing its incredible recreational areas, enjoy our hot tub with hydro massage, relax in our hanging mesh, gather around the fire pit and make s'mores. Our Treehouse promises the perfect blend of nature's tranquility and modern comfort!

Close to Spring/Ramp~Pets/Fenced Yard~Boat Parking
YAY!! IT'S TIME TO HUNT FOR SCALLOPS!! Welcome to this updated, lovely home in a charming, quiet "Old Florida" neighborhood! The bright living space includes a 50" smart TV, breakfast bar with stools and a dining table. The kitchen is EXTRA stocked! The KING SUITE has a bathroom plus there is a Coral Queen Room and a Groovy Bedroom, with a Queen bed plus twin plus extra mattress, which share a hall bathroom. OSR is just over a mile from downtown, boat ramps & all that King's Bay has to offer.

Crystal River Paradise with King Bed and Hot Tub
You will not want to leave this enchanting "Old Florida" paradise tucked away in a 5-acre hammock of moss-draped oak trees. Enjoy your morning coffee on our comfy screened-in porch overlooking lush landscaping, listening to a soothing waterfall tumbling into the spring-fed pond. You're secluded in nature, yet only minutes away from manatees in nearby Three Sisters Springs, fishing in the Gulf,, and shopping. Perfect for your romantic getaway or solo retreat (base rate is for 1 to 4 people)

Waterfront Condo in Sawgrass Landing
A unique setting surrounded by palm trees and water with a boardwalk to your front door. This quiet location is canal front with views to the Salt River. The Gulf of Mexico is accessible via Crystal River located just across the Salt River from the condo. Wonderful seafood restaurants and activities, such as kayaking, snorkeling, swimming with the manatees, scalloping, biking, golfing, saltwater and freshwater fishing are all available nearby. A public beach is located 4 miles from the condo.

Ozello Keys Cottage on Crystal Bay
2/1 Ozello coastal cottage on stilts surrounded by nature, tranquility, and endless views of the water and estuary. Nature lovers paradise. World renowned fishing and scalloping. Regular dolphin and manatee sightings. Relax with the whole family on the large screened back porch providing gorgeous views of the Nature Coast and stunning sunrises over the salt marsh. The open floor plan opens up to a large screened porch with a dining and lounging space with private and expansive water views.

1BR House
Updated guest house close to water, boat ramps, golf, fishing (access to Gulf of Mexico/scalloping) manatee sanctuary, Three Sisters Springs, restaurants, gulf beach. Parking for trailers/boats, access to water/Kings Bay, bring kayaks/SUPs, use our bikes, quiet waterfront neighborhood for walking/biking. Walking distance to Plantation Inn for golf, fishing trips, scuba, kayak/boat rentals/tours. This is one of two units on property. For 2BR home, search for Airbnb listing number 34363654.

Retro Retreat-waterfront/kayaks for 6/bikes
💦WATERFRONT HOME ON CANAL IN GREAT LOCATION. 2 New Sit-on-top kayaks/Stadium Seats. 2 additional singles & 1 tandem. Small boat slip on a vacant lot next door from your use only. Brand new 1 man and 1 woman bicycle, fire pit table, fishing poles, picnic table with umbrella by the water. Fun retro decor with an open concept kitchen/living room with record player/records and comfy couch. We are close to everything... KAYAKING FISHING SCENIC/AIRBOATING SCALLOPING SHOPPING

The Otter House - Wild view and King's Bay access!
The Otter House is located on a quiet canal in Crystal River surrounded by nature preserves and very few neighbors! Relax on the lanai or take the kayaks out for a paddle right from the backyard. Bring your own boat and dock at the boat house! Located at the South end of King's Bay you have easy access to swim with manatees, scallop in the Gulf and enjoy a secluded nature view that is also minutes from the grocery store and a short ride to downtown and restaurants!

Stones Throw Riverhouse and Private Dock
ON CRYSTAL RIVER, WATERFRONT HOME. Private floating 20' x 8' dock with seating,kayaks included, trailer parking, natural easy kayak launch, large backyard with shade and Two Bedrooms, Two full bathrooms newly refurbished, sleeper sofa for your extra guests. *Use of kayaks, dock, firepit and all recreational activities are at users' own risk as this is a natural landscape as are all river homes and use of door code to enter property is acknowledgement of such.

Newly Renovated Crystal River Home on 1 acre
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home. Just across Hwy 19 from kings bay, minutes from boat ramps, springs, restaurants and shopping. Home includes 1 King, 1 Queen, and 2 twin beds, fully equipped kitchen, laundry on site, spacious backyard with patio, gazebo and BBQ grill. We are pet friendly for small pets but the pets arent allowed on any of the furniture. Peaceful surroundings, safe secluded neighborhood.
Popular amenities for vacation rentals near Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
Condo rentals with wifi

Crystal River Bungalow with boat slip

Retreat, waterfront condo/boat slip/pool

Cozy Crystal River Apartment, See the manatees!

Florida Breeze

The Chubby Mermaid!

Cozy Gulf Island Resort Condo #603 in Hudson

Wafflemaker Pool Waterfront condo 2BRfull ensuite

Condo Live Oak Landing
Family-friendly house rentals

Waterfront retreat with heated pool and boat dock

Sunset Casita with private pool & game room

Waterfront Dock +Kayaks | Dog Friendly Fenced Yard

The Sassa Mermaid with pool and kayaks

Sleeps 8 | RV Hookup | On Canal | 2 Boat Ramps

Pool home centrally located

Tropical Oasis •Heated Pool•Near Beach &Spring

Pink Flamingo Retreat Crystal River.
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Crystal River, 2 Bedroom fully furnished.

Emerson Place Garage Apartment

Private historic district apt w/pool-suite A

The Bohemian Studio: Separate Entry & Fenced Patio

Dade City Cozy Little Coop

Mermaid Landing at Pirate's Cove

Cozy Ocala Apartment

Fuel Your Passion, Epic Moto Ranch Privateer
Other great vacation rentals near Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

Tranquil Waterfront Cottage

Boho Chateau - A True Hidden Gem

A Frame Stream Dream-Weeki Wachee

The Shell Shack! Interactive Stay, King Bed

"Come Sail Away" | Gulf Waterfront Stilt House

Tip'Sea Inn

Waterfront Crystal River Home

All New! 2BD Near Manatees, Beach & Scallops
Destinations to explore
- Weeki Wachee Springs
- Rainbow Springs State Park
- Epperson Lagoon
- Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
- Fort Island Beach
- Three Sisters Springs
- Crystal River Archaeological State Park
- Manatee Springs State Park
- World Equestrian Center
- Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
- The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park
- Rogers Park
- K P Hole Park
- Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens
- Hunters Spring Park
- Tampa Premium Outlets
- Sholom Park
- Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
- Snowcat Ridge
- Sims Park
- Robert K Rees Memorial Park
- Crystal River
- Sunwest Park
- Florida Horse Park





