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Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Interior
Lobby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14381 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hunter Spring Park
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Crystal River

With a stay at this vacation home in Crystal River (Crystal Shores), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Preserve State Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Fort Island Trail Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Spice Key.

What's nearby

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 14 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Kraft Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬13 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.

Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks

Manatee Manor is a beautiful newly renovated 4 bed, 4.5 bath ranch with two primary suites. Has a beautiful outdoor area with screened in HEATED pool and large backyard. This house sits right on the main river (Crystal River) and has two boat docks, a great view down river toward Three Sisters and Hunter Springs. We have just done a large outdoor paving path with large wood fire pit. A great place during the day or at night to sit and see the sights.

When you first walk into this house you will notice the large open area, beautiful travertine flooring with plenty of room for all.

To the right you will find a new big spacious kitchen with new granite countertops, new appliances, a large prep space and seating. This area has a large dining room table with seating for 10 people and a wet/coffee bar area. The kitchen if fully stocked and you will find everything you need when prepping and cooking meals.

There is plenty of room in the main living room for all to relax on the sectionals and reclining couches. There is a large flat screen tv with big windows with views of the pool and the river.

You can exit the living room to the screened in heated pool area. In the winter months the heater can be run for a small daily charge. This area is large with plenty of seating, lounge chairs and even a large table to eat outside and enjoy the views and the weather. This area will become one of the main hang out spots during your stay. You are close to the covered gilling area, with a view of the boat docks and the outdoor firepit. You can watch the kids play in the pool or keep an eye on them while they fish off the two boat docks from the pool area.

Walking out of screened in pool area you will find the covered gilling area with lights, this is very nice when the weather isn't cooperating with you.

We have a very nice and large paver area with plenty of seating and a wood fire pit where you can sit and enjoy the view, watch the boats go by or just relax. Plenty of seating and tables so you enjoy each other's company and a meal. Again, you can watch the kids fish off the dock or swim in the pool right behind you while enjoying the outdoor patio area.

Going back inside.......this house has some amazing and well thought out bedrooms.
The first primary bedroom is very large and offers two queen size beds, a flat screen tv, a sitting area and its own private kitchenette. The private bath has a soaking tub, walk-in shower, walk-in closet and double vanities. This bedroom has an attached kitchenette with a stove, a full size fridge, microwave and coffee (keurig) maker. The bedroom/sitting area has french doors which open up to the screened in pool deck and unobstructed views of the river.

The second primary bedroom offers a king size bed, a flat screen tv, and a big walk-in closet. There is an attached bathroom with large vanity. This bedroom also has french doors which open up to the screened in pool deck.

The third bedroom has a queen bed, flat screen tv and a large closet.

The fourth bedroom has another queen bed, large closet and a flat screen tv. These two bedrooms share large "Jack & Jill" bathroom with two vanities and a tub/shower combo.

If you want to get away from the people and the noise, there is a second living room with a large flat screen tv, big sectional and two bunk beds (twin over full). This room is perfect for the kids when traveling with the family or multiple families.

There are two other bathrooms in the main area of the house, one being a full bathroom with beautiful walk-in shower and the other a half bath.

For the kids and young at heart we have air hockey table and bumper pool set up for hours of entertainment in the garage, Also, we have a large commercial ice maker which makes 350 lbs of ice and hold 250 lbs of ice in the bin. This is perfect for filling the boat or coolers.

Excellent WI-FI in the home.
Washer and dryer.
Outdoor gas grill and cooking area.
Fish cleaning station.
Two paddle boards and four kayaks for your adventures. You are close to the springs!!!!

Manatee manor sits on Watersedge Drive, one of the best streets in Crystal River. It is quite and you will see people walking dogs or riding bikes. It has many beautiful homes and is peaceful and safe. It is worth the time to walk or take a leisurely stroll as there is much to see. There are active osprey nesting in the area and many other native birds to see.
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 keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pets allowed with pet deposit. Backyard not fenced

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Perfect family vacation! Something for everyone.

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 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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful Crystal River Ranch House
Beautiful Crystal River Ranch
Beautiful Crystal River Ranch With Pool

Reviews

Big Home Crystal River on Main River-Amazing Views-Heated Pool-fire pit-kayaks Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 211 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best props in Crystal River. Chris is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection! Super clean and great location. Pool was amazing as was simply everything! We are already looking at rebooking. My favorite VRBO stay ever. Everything was beyond our hopes. It really doesn’t get any better than this.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The stay at this property for a second time was even better! Although our weather was very disappointing our stay here was amazing! The home has so much room and many opportunities to distract from implementing weather. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect for our family’s scalloping trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phetdara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The stay was beautiful and relaxing The amenities like kayaking were very fun for the whole family! The indoor pool was used everyday and every night! Very accommodating space that we much appreciated. Definitely a 5 star destination!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place on the crystal river. Harvested many scallops! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view and back patio/ boat docks were the highlight of this house and everything we hoped for!! The house was also stocked and maintained very well. Beds were comfortable, linens were good quality and the industrial sized ice machine was an added bonus and necessity!! Highly recommend and would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sting M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this house! It is perfect for a group and has everything you need! This is our fifth year
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, tons of room
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property had TONS of space inside, nice open area which was perfect for our large extended family. The kids lived in the pool for the 4 days we were there! The location is perfect making it easy to just jump on our boat and head out for the day. We will definitely stay at Manatee Manor again! Thanks Chris!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donny L., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was great. The house is perfect for a large group with plenty of living, sleeping and outdoor space. The outdoor living is perfect with the pool and crystal river in your backyard. Chris, the host, is responsive and easy to work with. The location is also ideal. I highly recommend this home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle I., Saint Cloud

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Vacation

I can’t say enough good things about this location. From the warm, friendly communication with the property owner, to the spectacular views, to a very well stocked house, this vacation far exceeded our expectations for our scalloping trip. With a boat ramp nearby and a close proximity to exiting the channel out to the grounds, this is a great place to stay with your boat. I would highly recommend this location to any and all of my friends interested in staying in Crystal River. Thank you Chris for the opportunity and wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

D J., Ocala

Liked: Cleanliness

Location Location

Beautiful view of Crystal River. Great house with plenty of room for the entire family.
Enclosed pool area.
Beautiful view of Crystal River
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness

BEST PLACE FOR LARGER FAMILIES!

Perfect location with amazing views. The space allows for privacy when sleeping but has the most accommodating common spaces for families to gather and spend time. Our family's and grandchildren had a blast being able to be under one roof. Highly recommend for larger families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location and Property

We had a fantastic stay! Location was perfect for accessing the gulf, springs, and restaurants by boat. The kids loved the pool and water toys and the accommodations were just as described. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hillary P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place with an incredible view!

This house has an incredible view along with plenty of room for our family! We have stayed here several times and have an amazing vacation every time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great family vacay. House was spacious and well equipped. Pool was refreshing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D., Richmond Hill GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Large comfortable House

Loved that we were able to fish , swim in the pool and use the kayaks to see a Manatee. Very relaxing for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice, spacious property on the water

Large open spaces, several room and bathroom options. Screened in pool area, grill, and firepit made for a great outdoor experience on the water. Close to town to grab anything you need.
Outdoor fire pit
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Home

Chris was a great host. Communication was easy. House is spacious and very clean. Pool and amenities are fabulous. My only suggestion is to consider putting a more permanent door to the bunk room The screen provided did create privacy but doesn't block any sounds of the home into that space. Loved staying in the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

david s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break vacation

This is our second stay at this home. We all found the stay very relaxing. The kids enjoyed the heated pool every day. Always something to do: fishing off dock, catching blue crabs, kayaks (life jackets too) were a plus, relaxing evening around the bon fire. Chris our host was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Green Bay, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay, beautiful home, welcoming owner

We had a great time and enjoyed our stay. Crystal River is a wonderful get away for a quiet and relaxing trip. We have stayed with this owner before and he always makes you feel at home, we prefer his properties because of his hospitality and attention to comfort for guests. Things have changed a little from the photos, likely due to storm damage last year and the foutons are no longer there but we had just enough beds for our group. The privacy screen for the bunk room was also perfect. The heated pool was fantastic and the kids loved how deep it was, it was great for their cannonball tricks. The kids also enjoyed crabbing and fishing from the docks as well as the games in the game room/garage.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Manatee Manor on Crystal River was Awesome!!!

We had been to the Beach and were heading north... but wanted to spend a few more days in Florida. Found Manatee Manor and loved it!!! There were only 3 of us and this home is HUGE!!! Could easily accommodate a large family or group! The neighborhood was quiet and nice, the view over the river was Amazing and the Pool was PERFECT!!! The home has everything you might need for a short or extended stay. It is conveniently located near Three Sisters Springs which we LOVED and would recommend. We have also been to Homosassa Springs and would recommend that as well! This is a Beautiful Home, Great Quiet Location and definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025