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7.6

Good

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 888 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Crystal River, FL

Plantation Inn and Golf Resort3 min drive
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge5 min drive
Three Sisters Springs8 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)74 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

My husband and I were traveling to Florida from Wisconsin and had a place rented for a week when the weather forecast tu...

Chris D.

Feb 11, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

On The Rocks | Minutes to Gulf and Springs

Live with the locals...”quiet and simple living” residential area just minutes from the beach and springs plus: Winn Dixie/Publix, Ice Machines, Restaurants, Gas stations, Boat Ramp, Scenic Park, Bike trails, Golf Course, swim with the manatees! Complete two bedroom, two bath duplex with the option to rent the whole building - contact host for more information, fully furnished and equipped with just about anything you can think of. Extended stays welcomed! Have questions? Ask!

Property manager

Kristen Macnamara

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Crystal River

Located in Crystal River, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and A Crystal River Kayak Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Preserve State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 3 min drive
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive
Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive
Hunter Spring Park - 7 min drive
Three Sisters Springs - 8 min drive

Getting around

Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
‪Kelly's Half Shell Pub - ‬6 min drive
‪Cracker's Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
‪Sara's Diner - ‬5 min drive
‪Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On The Rocks | Minutes to Gulf and Springs pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at On The Rocks | Minutes to Gulf and Springs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On The Rocks | Minutes to Gulf and Springs?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On The Rocks | Minutes to Gulf and Springs located?

Located in the heart of Crystal River, this golf holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and within 3 miles (5 km) of Crystal River Preserve State Park and A Crystal River Kayak Company. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

7.6

Good

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

6.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carl W.

14 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We wanted a place close to Shrimp Landing as we had a fishing trip scheduled. It was perfect for what we needed. Thank you so much!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Linda L.

10 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Getaway at Crystal River

We stayed here to be close to fishing and crabbing on Crystal River. We were not disappointed. We also took walks and bike rides. Being on the Gulf Coast allowed us to visit several attractions as well. The house had plenty of room, was comfortable and relaxing. Overall a good value.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

11 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Two Night Stay

My husband and I were traveling to Florida from Wisconsin and had a place rented for a week when the weather forecast turned ugly we decided to head out earlier than planned. We found this place available for the two nights we arrived early and it was perfect for us and our two miniature wiener dogs. We had a full size truck and fishing boat with trailer and had the perfect parking accommodations. Perfect layout for a VRBO. The neighbors dog barked a lot and dishwasher is loud (so be sure not to start it when you want to watch tv) but otherwise the place was perfect!! Highly recommended 😎

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lyndsey H.

30 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Clean and modern

The back yard area was very nice. The place was very clean and easily accessible. Concrete floors so I would suggest having some fuzzy socks or slippers if coming during a cooler spell. Otherwise was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Judy J.

3 Dec 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Review I wish I Read Prior to Booking

We were looking for a place to fit 8 (2 adults, 5 kids, 1 infant). 1. Although this place advertises that they accommodate up to 8, they WILL CHARGE YOU $45 for each person after 6. I let the owner know that one guest was an infant...so she charged us the one extra person. I decided not to make a big deal of the $45 charge despite the listing advertising that 8 guests are allowed and nothing in the description stating that they will charge you $45 after the 6th person. 2. We waited until 2 hours before check-in and still did not receive any check in information. We had to message the owner for the door code. 3. This is NOT a good area to be a visitor. Once you turn into the street, you’re greeted with piles of trash outside. There was a long extension cord that appeared to be hi-jacking electricity from one unit to another unit across the street. The houses are run down, and it looks like you’re in an episode of neighborhood Hoarders. There were holes in the roofs of some units. Our first night, we heard intoxicated neighbors fighting outside. We locked all doors and stayed away from windows. Dogs barked at night our entire stay. NOTE: Although you’re renting the unit and not the neighborhood, neighborhood safety should be a priority to any visitor. 4. The house looked 100% DIY remodel from amateurs. Kitchen base cabinets were not even measured properly so there is a large gap between the cabinet & the wall. The back door had a piece of wood holding in the window. The “closets” were some cheap Walmart garage cube contraption that were flimsy. 5. The sofa smelled like a dog had expressed its glands all over the cushions. It’s a deep fishy, pungent smell. There were flies inside the unit. Mismatched utensils were cheap…think dollar tree. We purchased paper plates, utensils, etc because they were better than what was provided. 6. OWNERS REQUIRE YOU TO WASH & FOLD used towels and put them back. I was fine with that requirement, but that was the first time I’ve ever seen that requirement from any VRBO. 7. There’s a nice backyard sitting area, however, you will need to deal with bees. A lot of them. Because the neighbor right next door to them has bee-hives and sells honey. NOTE: I was also convicted that “you get what you pay for” HOWEVER, we had several other families with us that VRBO in Crystal River, paid around the same price, and had a 100% better experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blake S.

5 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything! Boater’s hidden gem!

We enjoyed our stay very much! The home had everything we needed to be comfortable, and was very clean- I appreciated the homey vibe! We didn’t use the outside area but there was a really cute area with a fire pit and grill. There is a fenced in yard with a 10’ gate to store your boat. Could easily fit up to 20 foot boat behind their fence and you are literally 5 minutes from the fort island boat ramp! Would stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Michael G.

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Modern property that is close to everything

We had issues with checking in. Had to wait because the entry code was not provided and the property manager refuses to compensate us for sitting in 100 degree weather for 2 hours. We had thousands of dollars of dive gear we couldn’t leave unattended. The house wasn’t in the greatest neighborhood but it’s close to everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Living Nomad Style ..

26 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute & comfy place close to our 630am manatee tour

My best friend & I booked here for a girl's trip. It was perfect for us with our own bedrooms & bathrooms. Decor & furnishings are adorable & comfortable. Place is spotless clean & has everything you need. We were only 5 min away from our 630am manatee tour...just what we needed. The rental is a duplex on a dead-end road. Kristen's place is super cute & the nicest one on the street. The others don't seem to be well cared for, but it wasn't unsafe or undesirable to us. We spoke to Kristen about the neighborhood when we got to spend time with her at the property & it looks like big things are coming for that street. I would love to see what it becomes in the future. Driving around the town it seems many neighborhoods have a mixed bag of well-tended to homes surrounded by other homes that are not being as well cared for though. The location is close to everything. Visited the grocery store, went shopping downtown, ate at local restaurants & swam with manatees. Overall, everything was15 min away or less. Great spot to see all of Crystal River. The only issue that came up for us was our last night, a group of 5 checked in to the other property. Started out pretty quiet & we didn't hear much from them. Around 9pm they started to play VERY loud music, which lead to other loud behavior (talking, laughing, etc). It went on until almost 11pm when they finally left the property. With the shared wall in the living room, it was a pretty big downer. Thankfully, even with their loud bass booming in the front part of the house, we couldn't hear much of it in our bedrooms. Two women traveling alone, we weren't comfortable to go ask them to quiet down in case alcohol was involved & you never know how something like that will play out. I messaged Kristen, but it was almost 10pm & she was already asleep. She did respond to me first thing that morning though. This is not something I would hold against the place or Kristen. There are so many great things about it. It's just important to keep in mind that if both sides of the duplex are rented out that you are sharing a wall & an outdoor space. Great stay. Great host. I took 1 star off for check in because I never got instructions & I think that glitch might need to be checked on. Previous rentals I've gotten check in communications leading up to my stay. I sent Kristen a text the night before my check in, she got right back to me & I had the info first thing the next morning. Thanks for everything, Kristen!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Debbie B.

7 Apr 2022

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication, location

Negative experience because of host/owner

Had a few issues from the beginning of my stay. The reason for my negative review comes mainly from my dealings with the host/owner. She was very rude and condescending; even telling me I broke her new air conditioning system (because I turned the temperature down)that I should take showers instead of baths because of the gallons and gallons of water I’m wasting. Told me twice how large her electric bill will be…. Totally a negative experience with her! House is remodeled but in a very run down neighborhood.

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022