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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal River Watersports Marina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal River Archaeological State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the area

Crystal River

Located in Crystal River, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Crystal River Watersports Marina and Crystal River Preserve State Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Crystal River Archaeological State Park and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins.
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What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Crystal River Archaeological State Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 21 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bayside Kraft Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe - ‬5 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.

Waterfront 3-2 Home Pool, Pet Friendly, & Ice Machine

This is a 3 bedroom 2 bath canal front home which is perfect for a family getaway. It sleeps 10 people at an affordable price with lots of amenities to make you feel more like our house guests than vacation renters!

The house has an open concept kitchen, dining room and sunken living room. The kitchen is fully stocked so plan to make some great meals to eat at the large dining room table, the breakfast nook or poolside. If you prefer to grill, the “grill master” can choose to use the large flat top gas grill or the smaller charcoal grill.

There is a split bedroom arrangement. The master bedroom has a king size bed and sliding glass doors leading to the pool. The second bedroom has a queen size bed and the third has a bunk bed with a full mattress on the bottom and a twin mattress on the top. There is a full mattress under the bed that can be pulled out if needed. The closet is stocked with toys and games so we like to call this the “kids room.”

The private solar heated pool (chilly during winter months) is enclosed by a spacious lanai with ample seating for the whole family to eat, sunbathe, watch the kids swim or read a good book. If the night is a little chilly you can sit by the fire in the separate outdoor patio.

After you launch your boat from the public boat ramp across the street, it’s only a short ride to the canal where you’ll find the dock and floating dock. Fill your beverage & fish coolers with ice from our 250lb ice machine and you're on your way. Please note that the canal can get shallow during low tide but I was able to easily maneuver my 27’ boat to the deeper water.

Restaurants, shopping and the historical town are just a few minutes away. Crystal clear springs, nature trails and parks are close by for the outdoor lovers.

This is where you want to stay in the summertime for some great scalloping, the winter time to see the manatees and to escape the cold if you’re snowbirds and all year long for some phenomenal fishing!

Please contact me for long term rental and discount pricing depending on length of stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including charcoal grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: $100.00 per pet non-refundable deposit is required

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Waterfront 3-2 Home Pool, Pet Friendly, & Ice Machine Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property worked perfect for our family of 6 and 2 dogs. House was clean and had a lot of items that most people forget which was handy. The fenced in area for the dogs was life saving. Will definitely be returning to this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maggie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay. My husband and I ran almost everyday. Our family had pickle ball tournaments at nearby courts. My son played tennis at other courts. My kids went fishing in the kayaks every day and grilled the fish on the Blackstone. We also saw two Manatee while we were out paddle boarding and the boys saw dolphins out on the river. The house was as advertised and had everything we needed. The owner was quick to reply with all questions. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

natalie j., Norton Shores, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
We feel so lucky that we were able to spend time at this property. Lovely, clean, home, nice neighborhood, convenient to all kinds of activities, including seeing manatees, dolphins. Many wonderful places to enjoy seafood!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved everything about this place and would love to stay here again!! It’s in a great location and very clean! 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home.. had everything we needed very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Elizabeth T.

Host was welcoming and very accommodating, kitchen was well-stocked as far as pots and pans, spices, and dishes
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great and the house was well stocked. Host was attentive and checking in was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our first time at Crystal River and the Turtle House didnt disappoint. It was a little out dated but overall an enjoyable experience. There is a hot tube on the property and we were pretty disappointed to find out it is drained and not usable. It would have been nice since we could use the pool because of how cold it was. But there was so much stuff that was available, kayaks, lifejackets, dog toys (but we didnt bring our animals), a dock to walk out on, and bikes (we used about everyday). We would definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great except I thought I was paying for a swimming pool but it was not working I would have rented somewhere else had I known. Great location though.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful - location, neighbors and surroundings, cleanliness, responsiveness, lots of dishes and cooking utensils, blankets, laundry room… we stayed for 9 days and loved every second. Perfect place for family time and exploring Crystal River, Rainbow Springs, UF, Weeki Wachee, The Chaz, Homassassa Springs… we would come back in a heartbeat. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Living The Life O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an excellent stay at this home. It was fully furnished and set up with everything we needed to make our vacation amazing!! The boat dock was perfect for our 247 Sportsman boat. We used their paddleboards at Rainbow River and it was absolutely beautiful and fun!!! The owner was very responsive with any questions we had. We will definitely be back again! Thank you!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is gorgeous! Its clean, spacious and has a perfect location. We saw a group of 6 manatees in the canal fron the the dock. We also caught several fish and went kyaking. Our daughter loved the pool. The host is wonderful, attentive, and kind. We have bookmarked this house for any return trips to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time and enjoyed this home. Definitely recommend. We had 2 couples and our 2 sons and it was a perfect fit for us, with our 29' boat we had no trouble with tides or the bridge height.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and the ice maker is a game changer! Host is also great to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Orlando, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family had a wonderful 4-day stay over Labor Day Weekend. The property is exactly as described and the house was extremely clean. We especially loved the giant eat-in kitchen. It was perfect for cooking up big family meals. It was super convenient being close to the boat ramp, and there was space at the dock out back to fit our 2950 ProLine Midcabin Walkaround boat for scalloping. 10/10 would recommend this property and we hope to visit again in the future! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chadd L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was definitely a 10/10. Clean, comfortable and had everything we needed for our week away. We especially loved the pool which we used daily. Would love to come back again. Thanks for a much needed, worry free week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was great very clean. Had everything that we needed amenity wise. The only downfall is the ride out to the main river felt very long, 35 Ish minutes to get to the closest restaurant if you’re idling like you should be.. I wish the house had a waterfront feel. Between the large vinyl fences blocking any view, and lack of waterside seating (not even a chair down by the dock to fish from?) that was my biggest disappointment. For the price point, we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Family Scalloping Trip

We so enjoyed our stay at the Turtle House this year for our annual family scalloping trip. This was our first time at this house, and it had everything we needed and more. David was very quick to respond to any of our questions. The location was amazing, and the ice machine was huge hit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property! Close to boat ramp. Close to Publix and restaurants! Great hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was exactly as described, we had everything we needed. We were a party of 8, two families, and it worked perfectly. Access to the boat ramp was great, and the ride out to the open water was easy. Our 27ft boat was able to be docked behind the house and maneuvering was no issue. Driveway easily fit 2 trucks and trailer. Communication with the host was always easy and quick reply’s. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I had a fantastic stay at this beautiful dockside canal-front home! The property was perfect for our needs, offering three spacious bedrooms and two clean bathrooms. One highlight of our stay was undoubtedly the pool, which provided hours of fun and relaxation for the family when the weather was less than ideal. The location is perfect, with the canal right at our doorstep. We enjoyed going out on our boat to explore King's Bay. The outdoor space was well-furnished and ideal for relaxing with the family. Inside, the house was clean, comfortable, and well-stocked with most of the things we needed for our stay. The kitchen had all the essentials for preparing meals, and the living areas were cozy and welcoming. The host was incredibly responsive and helpful, providing us with all the information we needed for a smooth check-in and a pleasant stay. Overall, this home exceeded our expectations, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway in a beautiful setting. We can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

The property was amazing. We enjoyed our stay. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place and so convenient to everything you want to do and see in Crystal Springs FL. David is a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W., Taylorsville, KY USA

Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I vacationed at Turtle House for a week. We had our dog Molly with us, and all three of us had a great time! My husband ended up having to work remotely while we were there, but he was able to easily set up office space in the outside area by the pool. The house has everything you need to stay comfortably, and then some. There’s plenty of room in the common areas and all of the bedrooms and bathrooms are large. We had a big cooler with us, so the ice machine in the garage was used daily.It’s a short drive to Fort Island Beach, which is very nice. We really enjoyed going to the Homosassa Springs area. There are several waterfront dining options, and monkey Island was also a fun treat. We celebrated our anniversary while we were there, and we found a nice sunset dinner cruise one evening.We have already started discussing our return visit to stay in this house. David was very easy to work with, and always prompt to respond to any questions that I had.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashley p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best vacay house ever!

This house had everything I needed to be on vacation and feel completely content going nowhere. The back yard/patio/ pool area is completely surrounded by a fence so you have almost complete privacy from neighbors. One side of the patio and pool area is screened so you can see one neighboring house from the side. We basically hung out in the back area the whole time. There is a ton of space out there. The kitchen space is very nice as well with plenty of room for multiple people to maneuver around in there preparing food and stuff. The open backyard area with the dock was also fun. We used the available kayaks and paddle boards and launched right from the dock. There is a very minimal tide change there so the current at the dock was minimal. I fell in the water the first day trying to kayak (it had been a while), and was able to climb out of the water back into the dock. Be aware there is no ladder or any steps to get back up the dock or into the yard if you are in the water. I loved being able to throw on my bathing suit and walk out the bedroom to the pool/patio space. We placed quite a few orders through Instacart, and all deliveries came quickly. There is no lack of delivery services in that area. The house was sparkling clean. There is an industrial ice maker and another full size fridge in the garage which was great to have to hold all our beverages lol. A neighbor was even nice enough to take the trash cans to the curb for us on trash day. Rent this house!!
Grilling freshly caught red fish on the Blackstone. Fish were caught on a charter, not the house’s dock, although there were plenty of blue crabs and mullet fish visible in the water throughout our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025