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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Homosassa, FL

Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park3 min drive
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge8 min drive
Three Sisters Springs11 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)66 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

This rental was so cozy and charming! The view is priceless and the location is quiet and serene yet located near so man...

Mary L.

Mar 31, 2024

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchenette

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Tranquil Waterfront Cottage. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Sleeps 2

Lovely, beautifully furnished 1 bedroom 1 bath cottage for 2 adults. Perfect for your honeymoon or romantic getaway, but if needed there is room for 2 small children on the living room sectional. You are overlooking a Crystal clear waterway that leads to the Halls River. The River runs thru several lakes on its way to the Homosassa River then to the Gulf of Mexico. Good fishing in crystal clear water right off your patio. Bass, Bluegill, Mullet, Porgy, Sheepshead & stingrays are some of many different varieties that frequent the area. The cottage is a great area for sight seeing, manatee, porpoise, otters, turtles and stingrays frequent the waterways off your dock. Several great blue heron, ibis, many bard owls and wood storks also frequent your back yard. There is a great variety of birds in the area.The waterways are bird sanctuaries . You have a dock for a small boat and plenty of room to park your boat and trailer. The cottage comes complete with life vests, 4 person paddle boat, 2 kayaks and a canoe. A lovely yard that is fenced on 2 sides has water on the other two sides. A quiet and charming area to relax.

Property manager

Dennis and Debra Schultz

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Water view

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking only allowed outside

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Homosassa

Located in Homosassa, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. A Crystal River Kayak Company and Crystal River Perserve State Park Eco-Walk 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 - 3 min drive
Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 7 min drive
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive
Three Sisters Springs - 11 min drive
7 Sisters Springs - 13 min drive

Getting around

Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

‪Moschello's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Sugarmill Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪Twistee Treat Homosassa - ‬2 min drive
‪Kelly's Half Shell Pub - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Waterfront Cottage. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Sleeps 2 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Waterfront Cottage. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Sleeps 2 ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Waterfront Cottage. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Sleeps 2 ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Waterfront Cottage. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Sleeps 2 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park. A Crystal River Kayak Company and Crystal River Perserve State Park Eco-Walk are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

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9.8/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

dawn g.

18 June 2024

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

Perfect get away

We absolutely loved our stay at the cottage and are planning to book again for next January or February. The kayaks, canoe and paddle boat were wonderful to have at our disposal.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

13 June 2024

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

Perfect location and house

House was decorated very well and was very clean. Loved the water behind the house...loved came with kayaks, canoe and paddle boat. We caught and released fish. Perfect location. Definitely loved and will be back. So peaceful. We met the owner...he was very very nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela m.

2 June 2024

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Vacation getaway

Spent our anniversary weekend at the cottage. Went to homosassa and Crystal river on boat tours. We used the peddle boat at the cottage and went down the canal. At end if canal was an Emu island, very interesting as they even had an alpaca. Cottage was well supplied. Even caught a bass fish in the canal. Place was a litle tricky to find as the cottage is tucked in on their property but they were home to guide us. Very relaxing weekend getaway

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

6 May 2024

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Quiet and relaxing

We Needed a break from our stressful jobs. We wanted some place quiet and away from the crowds. This was perfect. It felt secluded but was close to town. Every time I walked around outside I found something new, whether it was cute decor or wildlife. I loved it!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil W.

3 May 2024

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Great experience

Amazon little cottage! It is kept in incredible condition! The owners stocked it with every conceivable amenity. We couldn't decide if we were going to take the canoe, paddle boat or kayaks out on the water. Would definitely love to come back!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geri L.

1 May 2024

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Lovely place to stay

The cottage is very nice. The outdoor area is great with comfortable chairs to sit by water. Even a recliner lounge outdoor chair for reading a book. Peaceful!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

26 Apr 2024

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perfect peacefulness

This was the perfect place to relax and get close to nature. Every day was a great adventure. We saw a manatee, otters, bald eagle, alligators, barred owls, several different hawks, turtles, emus, water snake, osprey, and plenty of fish! The place is surrounded by lush woods an is very private. The hosts were wonderful and friendly. We will be back as often as possible! Love this place!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

20 Apr 2024

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Awesome cottage

Beautiful, peaceful cottage. Second time staying here. Love this place

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

17 Apr 2024

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Paradise Cottage

Tranquil, with your own private aquarium! This place has it all, inside and out! Close proximity to shopping, parks and restaurants! We didn't want to leave, and we are certain we will come back! Excellent host!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole S.

11 Apr 2024

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Tranquil water front cottag

Beautiful property. Cottage was super clean and had everything you needed. Gas grill was clean and the canoe, kayaks & paddle boat were perfect to get around the waterway. No lies they had several manatees in the area. So much fun! Super nice added touch were the tiki torches, perfect for the evenings. We already plan to be back soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

9 Apr 2024

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Dreamy Getaway

The owners were lovely, the cottage was clean, we will stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

4 Apr 2024

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Lovely Slice of Authentic Florida!

this little cottage is so quaint and beautiful, nestled in the woods, along a tributary, filled with fish and other wildlife. It is very quiet, and decorated so lovely. You have everything you need and more. My little doggies and I enjoyed our visit on the Nature Coast of Florida.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

3 Apr 2024

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Location

Excellent location very quiet everything you would want hopefully we will be back

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L., Ottawa, IL

31 Mar 2024

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Cozy Get Away

This rental was so cozy and charming! The view is priceless and the location is quiet and serene yet located near so many activities!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne H.

1 Mar 2024

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A lovely cottage

This comfortable home included equipment to enjoy the river on which it’s located: kayaks, canoe, paddle boat, fishing poles. Coffee, tea, & all the condiments for them. A well-equipped kitchen.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

22 Feb 2024

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River front

We greatly enjoyed the river and the notes from our host. Thanks so much!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damon K.

12 Feb 2024

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Perfect place for a relaxing stay!

This cottage was amazing! The location is beautiful and quiet and we saw a manatee and an otter right behind the cottage! There are also kayaks, a paddleboat, and a canoe. We used the canoe to explore the area behind the cottage and we saw manatees each time we took the canoe out. The hosts were great checking throughout our stay via the vrbo app to make sure we had everything we needed to have a comfortable stay. I would highly recommend this place if you are looking for a nice relaxing place to stay in the Homosassa area!

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

1 Feb 2024

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Cozy and private!

This home is cute and cozy and VERY clean! Great being on the river! Yard is all fenced in which was great for our dog! Hosts are super nice and helpful when needed. Thanks for our second year here!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri B.

8 Jan 2024

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Serene, quaint cottage

This was a great quaint cottage to get away. After the hustle/bustle of the holidays we needed to chill and this was perfect. It’s so quiet. Dennis and Debra are very responsive and right next door if we needed anything. We were fortunate enough to have 3 different manatee sightings! We would visit again in a heart beat.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Janet M.

30 Dec 2023

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Wonderful!

Very relaxing! We had a wonderful time! Enjoyed canoeing, watching the fish, turtles and wildlife!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

26 Dec 2023

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The most amazing vacation to date!

We loved our stay in the cottage more than any other vacation we have done! We travel (out of Alaska) often and this was by far the most magical and enjoyable place we have been. If you are looking for an amazing, cute, and enchanting getaway in Florida, consider this cottage and be drawn in to the gifts it has to give. The towns nearby offer so many options, there is something for everyone to do and experience here! Thank you so much for the amazing opportunity to stay at this lovely place. We are truly blessed to have come across such an amazing family and place!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammie A.

24 Dec 2023

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Serenity on the Water

I had an amazing stay at Dennis and Debra's waterfront cottage!!! It's serene ambiance greeted me like a warm hug. I love the vintage accents within the eclectic decor, the tranquility of watching river life glide through the water, and the water access to the Halls River and connecting springs. While in the area, I did enjoy exploring some local seafood markets, Brook's Dockside in Inglis and Aripeka Stone Crab Company which I would both highly recommend. Being right on the water, I launched from the cottage and paddled the Halls River up to the springs and down to Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs State Park. It was a beautiful paddle! I was able to photograph so many birds. I ate lunch at The Crab Plant, stone crabs of course, and they were spot on, On my previous visit to the area, it was too windy to paddle Kings Bay down to Three Sister's Springs, but this trip did not disappoint. So many manatees have already migrated into the area. What a treat to see!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay F.

17 Dec 2023

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Lovely cabin in a great location

We had a enjoyable stay at this clean cozy cabin on a canal adjoining the Halls River. From the yard we saw a manatee, an otter, and storks, with owls hooting in the evening. The hosts were very helpful and friendly, just next door. We had our own kayaks, and found the location ideal for trips on the Chassohowitzka and the Rainbow rivers. On land, we saw hundreds of manatees in the three sisters spring on an early morning, and we spent a couple hours at the nearly Homasassa wildlife state park. Although the cabin has no stove, there is a grill, microwave, coffee maker and several electrical appliances, and laundry next door. There is a great BBQ shack (Beans) and an upscale restaurant (Wallaces) within a mile.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W., Almont, Michigan

5 Dec 2023

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Great couples cottage on the water

My husband and I stayed at this cottage for one week in November. The cottage was the perfect size for the two of us. The kitchen was well equipped. The internet worked well. The patio and view of the water was so tranquil and quiet. We enjoyed taking the canoe and kayaks out a few times. We saw manatee, tons of fish, birds and a sting ray. There was a pair of wood storks that visited and enjoyed eating scraps of bread. The location is great. There are restaurants, shopping and attractions nearby. This place is also within an hour of many great things to explore. We hiked the Withlacoochee forest, went to Three Sisters Springs, went to Cedar Key to explore and have lunch, did the lower Suwannee river nature drive, went to Rainbow Springs state park, explored downtown Crystal River, went to Boyett's Grove Citrus Attraction, and explored several small towns. There is a ton of hiking and kayaking in the area. We didn't mind the cooler weather, and the heat at the cottage worked well. Stop in at the Seafood Seller for dinner and indulge in the Chubby Mermaid sundae at Guyer's Ice Cream & Doughnuts. Both are fantastic. Our VRBO hosts were great and we thoroughly enjoyed their cottage. Everything in the home was clean and smelled fresh. There were plenty of towels, blankets and pillows. We were very comfortable.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allan and Vickie K., Evansville, IN

2 Dec 2023

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Bucket List surprise!

Wonderful little house with lots of unique features: curved wall, antique TV, radios, etc.. Creek water very clear. Lots of property for our puppy to explore. We took the canoe out to explore the waterways. Dennis told us about a little lake we could paddle to and maybe see some Manatees. There were several Manatees in the little lake and one of them came up to the canoe. We got to pet it. Other larger ones came near and we were able to watch them munch on their aquatic salad. The water was that clear! One item off our bucket list! Awesome stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023