Newly renovated waterfront retreat with boat dock & private boat ramp

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Waterfront retreat right off the Homosassa River

Secure your boat just a few steps away from the home

Located directly off the Homosassa River

Unwind on the large screened in back porch which sits right over the water

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Homosassa, FL

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park5 min drive
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park7 min drive
7 Sisters Springs15 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)68 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Homosassa has been called the ultimate river town with its old Florida feel and happening waterfront venues with great food & live music. Come experience all it has to offer in this waterfront retreat right off the Homosassa River on a desirable wide, deep canal. This newly renovated open floor plan home is ideally located around the corner from where the Halls River empties into the Homosassa River. The house is situated right on the water so you are just a few steps away from enjoying a day on the water either boating, fishing, kayaking, snorkeling, scalloping or paddle boarding; or you can just relax & take in the views on the dock or back screened porch. Perfect location for walking to waterfront restaurants and shopping, or a short paddle to Homosassa Springs, Halls River and endless sightseeing opportunities, or a short drive to Publix. If solitude is what you want, head to Halls River which is primarily undeveloped & wild along almost its entire length. This is an excellent spot for the avid bird watchers.

Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a spacious great room with knotty pine cathedral ceilings and open windows across the back of the home for a spectacular view of the water. The open kitchen plan boasts a large center island with extra seating, gas stove, built-in oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, air fryer/toaster oven combo, coffee makers (drip & K-cup), separate pantry and plenty of space for entertaining. Right off the kitchen is a separate covered patio where you can whip up a meal on the gas Blackstone Griddle and dine outdoors on the picnic style dining set.

A separate bunk room with 2 sets of bunk beds, television & a full bath have been recently completed for an additional area for the older kids to hang out. (Please see weight restrictions which apply to the top bunk beds.)

Enjoy the convenience of a private boat ramp to launch your watercraft and secure to the 52 foot dock. Launch your kayak or paddle board from the launcher located on the dock. After a day of fishing, clean your fresh catch on the fish cleaning station. Rinse the day off in the convenient outdoor shower.

There are 7 kayaks & a canoe available for your use.

* Red Snapper Season for the gulf has not been announced at this time

* Scallop season is July 1st - September 24th for 2024

Property manager

Patty & Steve Grimsley

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Water view

Homosassa Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1,700 Sq Ft | Stairs Required

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Tenants and their guests shall not disturb, annoy or endanger neighbors; keep noise levels to a minimum between the hours of 10:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.

Tenant is required to leave property in the same general condition that it was received in by making sure dishes are washed and put away.

Tenant and guests will be subject to eviction from the Property if they violate any terms of the Rental Agreement or Rules, and forfeit monies paid.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Homosassa

Located in Homosassa, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Riverhaven Marina 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 Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Homosassa, FL

What's nearby

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 5 min drive
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 7 min drive
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 14 min drive
7 Sisters Springs - 15 min drive
Three Sisters Springs - 16 min drive

Getting around

Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

‪Moschello's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Sugarmill Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
‪Twistee Treat Homosassa - ‬5 min drive
‪Crumps Landing - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly renovated waterfront retreat with boat dock & private boat ramp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Newly renovated waterfront retreat with boat dock & private boat ramp ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly renovated waterfront retreat with boat dock & private boat ramp ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly renovated waterfront retreat with boat dock & private boat ramp located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Riverhaven Marina and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lora K.

13 June 2024

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

Unparalleled VRBO Experience!!!

We've stayed in many VRBO properties over the years, and this one stands out as the best by far. It truly feels like a resort. The property is impeccably clean, exceptionally well-stocked, and perfectly located on the water. The beds are incredibly comfortable, and there are plenty of towels. Even the small touches, like having coffee, tea, spices, and creamers readily available, made a big difference. We hosted a big fish fry with friends, and they were equally impressed by the beautiful decor, comfortable couches, large dining table, and the abundance of kitchen accessories. This place exceeded all our expectations. The owner was super friendly and helpful, adding to the overall positive experience. Additionally, the availability of kayaks for use at any time and the proximity to the Springs made our stay even more enjoyable. We will bring our boat next time as there is so much more to experience. We can't say enough good things about this property. Highly recommended!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 May 2024

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

What an Awesome Place

A few years back, we started an annual trip to Homosassa Springs. Four old couples, four little boats and NO kids/grandkids. We always have a good time. This year, we discovered this amazing house. It was perfect for us. Plenty of space, perfectly clean and extremely well-furnished. The dock had room for all four jonboats. The large screened porch was great for bug-free evenings. We saw several manatees swimming through the canal and right by our dock. We will definitely be back, and I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo D.

25 Apr 2024

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

Another 5 star stay!

This was my second time staying at knotty times and it didn’t disappoint. The house has all the amenities you could ask for and the newly renovated bonus room turned out great. We especially loved the location, the cleanliness and the comfortable beds. We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

8 Jan 2024

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

Highly recommend

We had a great time at this house. They house has been remodeled nicely and is really clean. Everyone enjoyed the dock too!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla C.

1 Jan 2024

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

Peaceful

It’s was a beautiful stay with all the amenities needed. The host was very responsive and knew a lot about the area. Will do it again!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Leigh J.

30 Dec 2023

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

Perfection!

What a beautiful house! The dock outside held views of local wildlife, access to fishing and kayaking, and it was was so peaceful. The house is close to two wildlife refuges that allowed us to see multiple manatees! Owners of the house were kind and accommodating--they even offered to put up a Christmas tree for us! I highly recommend this property for your family get away.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo D., Orlando, FL

11 Oct 2023

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

Awesome house & great location

The house was amazing for our group; I would highly recommend it! It was very clean and spacious, and the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you’d need. The beds are comfortable as well. They had kayaks ready for us at the house which we took out for a quick paddle to the springs. The location is great and easy to get around by boat or land. The host was very helpful and accommodating!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

steven s.

30 Aug 2023

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

summer vacation

Great place at a great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

rachel r.

24 Aug 2023

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

Awesome Stay

We loved the home we stayed in, the hospitality that was provided, the view, the location, the privacy, the amazing communication, and all the home had to offer. We will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

13 Aug 2023

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

Great house in great location!

Our group of 8 (2 families) had a great time at this house. It had everything we needed - kitchen is fully stocked, amazing Blackstone grill, kayaks, and crab trap. Dock was perfect for our boat and cleaning scallops. Even enjoyed the outside shower. And finally there was a welcome basket that went above and beyond. We will definitely be staying here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison F.

6 Aug 2023

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

Great River House

We had a great time at the property. Very clean and had so many nice extras. Will be staying again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

24 July 2023

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

Great Get Away

Homosassa is our favorite somewhat annual family escape and this home made it extra special. Fully equipped and very comfortable we couldn’t have asked for anything better. Thank you to the hosts for providing this gem! Hopefully we’ll be back next year.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

17 July 2023

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

Amazing!

From start to finish this was an amazing property to stay at. Patty responded immediately to all questions or issues that we had. The house was stocked with everything we needed. There was a lovely basket of snacks that the kids were very excited to see. With nine of us traveling, there was plenty of room for everyone to sleep. The location was perfect. Publix was a short car ride away. We were close to a spring as well as restaurants, gas for the boat, shucking stations, and not too long of a ride to get to our scalloping destination. We fished right off the dock and were able to go for a short boat ride for plenty of other fishing spots. Party and her husband left kayaks, a canoe and even a crab trap for us to use. Our only regret is that we did not stay longer.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 July 2023

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

Perfect getaway!

The hospitality by Patty was amazing, the house is beautiful and we absolutely loved everything about our stay here. We had two families staying together on the water and it worked out perfectly, I would highly recommend this an amazing, relaxing perfect getaway!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carissa T.

14 June 2023

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Perfect

Perfect location, friendly neighbors, great listing!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe h.

30 May 2023

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Quick getaway

The location is perfect if you’re looking to be on the river. Beautiful home well stocked kitchen and the black stone grille outside made cooking breakfast and dinner enjoyable. The home has plenty of room to spread out and easily accommodated my family of 10. It’s located right around the corner from Margarita Grill and within paddling distance of the spring itself. The house has several kayaks and a canoe, Which my children found very entertaining. Also the owner was very accommodating and local should I have needed anything. The neighbors were exceptionally friendly and even invited my family over for fireworks and s’mores. We are defiantly looking forward to our next visit.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

6 Apr 2023

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Best family trip

The house was perfect and kids had a blast fishing right out the back door. We will be back soon!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M., Asheville NC

19 Mar 2023

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Best stay ever

The home was cozy and in a great location. We cooked on the Blackstone almost every night and fished every day off the dock. Patty was very responsive and my son is already asking when we can go back.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen K.

11 Mar 2023

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

Perfect Stay

Very nice clean and comfortable home. We loved our stay. Patty was wonderful and had the home very well stocked and ready for our stay. Everything was beautifully decorated and the kitchen has everything you would ever need! Plenty of linens and we really did not need anything. We brought our pontoon and enjoyed every day! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Patty & Steve Grimsley

We are Floridians, both born and raised in Florida with a love for the outdoors and everything involving water & fresh seafood.... fishing, scalloping, snorkeling, paddle boarding, kayaking, cooling off in one of the beautiful springs, sunset cruises on the river or out to the gulf, to name a few. After living in different parts of Florida, we gravitated to this area because of the excellent fishing & other water activities but we loved the feeling here on the Nature Coast because it reminds of us "Old Florida".... little slower, relaxed & quieter atmosphere surrounded by the natural beauty of Florida and all its wildlife .... and what started out as a vacation home to escape to when we wanted to unwind & unplug from our lives in Central Florida has now become our forever home. When it became harder & harder to leave our weekend retreat to go back to the Orlando area, we made the move full time & left behind all the hustle, bustle, theme parks & grown kids! We love the life we've created here and want to share with others the Old Florida we've grown to love.... plus we have a place to put the grown children when they come to visit us and bring the grandkids :)

Why they chose this property

Great convenient location right off the spring fed river with a deep, wide canal close to the famous Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park (1.3 miles by car), waterfront restaurants, grocery stores and endless sightseeing opportunities on one of the many surrounding waterways.

What makes this property unique

What I loved about the house when I first entered was the openness of the floor plan, the wood beams & the knotty pine wood throughout..... from ceiling to floor. The back of the home is glass windows so you have the natural light coming in with a view of the water. Then you step out on the screened in porch and your backyard is the water since it was built over the canal. You can enjoy coffee, or beverage of your choice, waterfront style.