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Lake
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Three Sisters Springs
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

South Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Waterfront

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom downstairs

Toilet

Bathroom Jack & Jill shared

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Master Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Waterfront

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Kings Bay-Waterfront-SPRING AND SUMMER OPEN-Bring your Boat Large Private Lot

WE ONLY ADVERTISE ON VRBO AND HOMEAWAY!

CONTACT US ABOUT 2 DAY 2 PERSON STAY!

PLEASE EMAIL US IF YOU HAVE A PET BEFORE BOOKING

There is a $75 per person charge above 4 people. Please be honest about how many people.

Please checkout our other rentals.

Please check out our other Vermont Lakefront property at Homeaway #135449 or #4079165. We have been renting since 2006. Just put number in search box for city.



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THE PROPERTY INSIDE

This property is unique and has a spectacular location and an amazing peaceful view! This waterfront rental is located at the southern end of Kings Bay on one of the largest lots on the point of Crescent Island. A quite neighborhood that is accessed by a one car wide old concrete bridge. You will feel like you are crossing into a unique peaceful old Florida neighborhood.

The Great room has plenty of room for everyone. High ceilings and wrap around windows that overlook water on two sides. Finished off with a large rock fireplace! This is a great location to relax, unwind and socialize while taking in the outside view of nature and Crystal River. Easy access to outdoors is provided out a westerly facing door.

The property has 4 bedrooms , 3.5 bathrooms and 2 fireplaces. All bedrooms are second level and each has a door that directly accesses a second story deck. Views from all four bedrooms over look the water.

The views from the Front Waterfront bedroom and uniqueness is just spectacular. This room has a queen bed. Everyone in your group will end up checking out this room and wanting to stay there! They will also probably want to share morning coffee or evening cocktail with you off your own private deck. It also has its own private bath!

The Master bedroom has a King bed an is quite spectacular with water views off two sides of the room. Private setting area is also part of this bedroom along with its own large private bath and walk in closet. You can also walk out on to a deck to enjoy the view, peacefulness, wildlife and of courses coffee, cocktails or a book!

Southern Bedroom is for privacy, yet still with a water view. The bedroom has a full. This bedroom is located at the southern tip of the property. It shares a double bath across the hall from the middle bedroom. You still have direct deck access to overlook the water and palm trees. Great spot to quietly have a morning coffee or evening cocktail. A small spring is nestled towards shore to the south of the deck. It has been know to attract Manatees and other marine life past the deck.

Middle bedroom has a full and a single bed. You still get water views and direct access to a deck. It shares a double bathroom with the southern bedroom. Still gives you the deck for coffee, cocktails or quite time to read a book.

Down stairs there is a game room with a full size pool table and a fireplace. Across from the game room there is a split level sitting room with water views. Great place to relax or for the kids to have their own area with a TV.

Laundry room is equipped with a washer, dryer, Ironing board, work sink and countertop space.

Small separate apartment where the grounds/ property keeper resides part time in far back of property. It’s separate from house with no shared access. Wealth of local information available if you happen to make contact.

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THE PROPERTY OUTSIDE

Outside you have lots of space. The sea wall is around 400 feet long with many great spots to just hang out. You can look for manatees, dolphins and other marine life. There is a 12 ft by 12 ft fishing platform with a 12 ft walkway out to it. Great spot to fish or just set with a coffee or wine and relax. You can watch the sunrise and sunset from this location. There are also birds of prey that can sometimes be observed along with many other birds. The property is landscaped with many flowers, plants, palm trees, banana tree and lime trees. One of our favorite activities is to take a lawn chair out to the north point and relax in your own special way!

Gazebo screened in with seating 35 feet from the water for evening relaxation or day BQ.

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LOCATION AND ACTIVITIES

If you are a boater, you have protected docking for your vessel. Our dock will hold up to one 23-26 foot vessel. Dock is very protected from the elements. The dock is also designed with a special launch for kayaking on and off. Please check before booking for boat accommodation. We provide 2 one person kayaks and 1 two person kayak. You can also boat to restaurants that offer lunch, dinner and drinks. If you fish you can be out in the gulf in a short amount of time. There are also small Islands you can explore, fish from, have lunch or just hang on the remote beach! If you are here for the springs and looking for the manatee, all are close by. There is a small spring very close to the property that can be seen form the south bedroom deck. We often have Manatees swimming by the front of our property and the back bay portion. Dolphins can also be seen at times swimming by.

If you are a kayaker you are in a great spot to explore quietly by yourself or with a friend all that Crystal River nature has to offer. If you want to be where there are lots of kayakers and boaters you just have to paddle a little further. You can also paddle to one of the restaurants/bars for lunch if you are more adventurous.

If your a biker, jogger or walker you can be down town Crystal River without having to use the highway! You can also bike to the public beach on the gulf.

https://www.discovercrystalriverfl.com/partner/crystal-river-main-street/

https://www.citrusbocc.com/commserv/parksrec/parks-recreation.htm

If your a scalloper you already know the location and the convenience of this location.
If its your first time scalloping you can sign up just around the corner with the Plantation club. They offer scalloping trips and boat rentals. If you are planning on doing this, reserve as early as possible so you are not disappointed!

This area is quite with limited boat and kayak traffic yet minutes from the Plantation Club. The Plantation Club offers the opportunity to rent vessels you can take out into the Bay and the Gulf. They also have fine dinning, golf club, boat rentals, scallop trips, boat tours and manatee tours.

https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com/


The property is also close to the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.
“Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge is the only refuge created specifically for the protection of the threatened Florida Manatee, a subspecies of the West Indian Manatee.  This unique refuge preserves the last unspoiled and undeveloped spring habitat in Kings Bay, which forms the headwaters of the Crystal River.”  

https://www.fws.gov/refuge/crystal_river

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DAY TRIP

Now, if all this is not enough and you need to take a day trip!
* Walt Disney World in Orlando is 1hr 45mins away.
* Tarpon Springs is 1hr 30mins away.
* Cedar Key is 1hr 10mins away.

Property manager

Rebecca—Plantation Rentals
Premier Host

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Never allowed.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Check Pet Policy in Rental Agreement.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking or Vaping. $250 cleaning charge
Pets: We allow one pet on a case by case. More than one pet please provide details for possible considerations. APPROVAL NEEDED BEFORE BOOKING!
Signed rental agreement must be submitted prior to stay!
If your bringing a boat, prior approval is needed to ensure suitability of docking. Please call or email details.

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
Note from host: Never allowed.
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

Crystal River

Located in Crystal River, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and A Crystal River Kayak Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 9 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sara's Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cracker's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kings Bay-Waterfront-SPRING AND SUMMER OPEN-Bring your Boat Large Private Lot pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kings Bay-Waterfront-SPRING AND SUMMER OPEN-Bring your Boat Large Private Lot?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kings Bay-Waterfront-SPRING AND SUMMER OPEN-Bring your Boat Large Private Lot?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kings Bay-Waterfront-SPRING AND SUMMER OPEN-Bring your Boat Large Private Lot located?

This family-friendly Crystal River holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Plantation Inn and Golf Resort, 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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location ❤️ very comfortable stay. Easy communication with Rebecca. Spectacular views. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk S.

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

Nice Vacation House

The house was clean and my family really enjoyed the stay. Plenty of room and was nicer than I thought it would be. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kisha R.

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

Great place to visit

We had such an amazing relaxing time at this house. Everything was beautiful from the house to the scenery. Plenty of room to hang out or just chill alone. We would definitely recommend and stay here again. Rebecca was amazing to work with. Thank you! Kisha
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry R.

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

Great unique home at great location.

Great location. House is a little chopped up but plenty of room. Would reant again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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

We had a great time!

Beautiful, spacious property. Two living areas, game room, kayaks, dock for fishing and gorgeous sunsets. Our multi generational family found lots to do including watching the manatees and dolphins swim by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

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

Loved it!

Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G., Stuart, FL, USA

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

Fun place to stay

Great property with kayaks and a dock right on site. Great water views and lots of wildlife on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Great Vacation

Lovely home that was enjoyable for our family and friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

misty h.

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

convenient

House was very close to everything and the Gulf, easy access with boat and our own boat dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

The property is amazing

The property is amazing , it’s very spacious and clean . We had a great time and will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Paradise

We were looking for a bright and spacious home near manatee territory, and we found it. This house is extremely comfortable for a family. The neiborhood was also clean and quiet. Would go back anytime!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

PLEASED WITH PROPERTY

My family loved the house and the location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Wonderful waterfront property

Had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Great house and lots of fun

we had a great time even my teenage daughters.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Book Club Getaway

Our book club had a wonderful time kayaking, floating in the water, watching the sunsets and an array of wildlife. The only negative is that the second master bedroom had no window treatments that caused the room to be quite warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy S., Pensacola Fl

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

Scalloping in Crystal River

Great location to staples, very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Family Vacation

This property was perfect for our family! We were able to dock our boat and easily maneuver out of the canal to get into the bay to see manatees, go fishing and head up to Shell Island. I would recommend this house to anyone who is looking for a place to accommodate your family!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria I.

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

Perfect getaway

The views from this house are absolutely amazing, from manatees swimming by to beautiful sunsets we couldn’t of asked for a better house. The host was extremely accommodating and easy to communicate with. Can’t wait to stay here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Fishing and kayaking fun!

The house was great. Very clean and a ton of space. The neighborhood was very quiet. Just a great place to get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Great house with an amazing view

This is a great house that is very spacious. The water views are amazing. The owner and property manager are great to work with and if you have any issues are quick to respond.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Beautiful view

An amazing location on a point with a spring fed canal on one side and a wide open view of Kings Bay. We woke every morning to dolphins and manatees playing in the clear water just steps from the house. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

misty h.

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

Perfection

What a absolutely beautiful house and property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

colleen m.

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

WOW

Exceptional views, the house was very big, beautiful and comfortable. The grounds keeper was very nice and accommodating. We cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paige C.

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

Sunset watches and peaceful getaway

House is wonderfully located. So much space though we didn’t use a fraction of it. We booked specifically for the location. Watching sunsets over Kings bay and minutes to everything we wanted to explore in Crystal River and Homosassa. The house had everything we could’ve needed if we had had a family there with us, hopefully in the future they will be and we will all enjoy this lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jason L.

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

Our wedding near Kings Bay

This property unique. It is two houses in one. We loved the house, It has personality and its view of the bay is amazing! We rented this home to house us during our wedding week and we were not disappointed. It is pricey and if it wasn't for it being our honeymoon... I probably would not have spent that kind of money. That being said, we loved our stay. We recommend it highly!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca—Plantation Rentals

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Rebecca manages this property for us! We believe you will find her to be an amazing host through out your stay with us!

Appreciate you spending time with us and your business!

Here is our story! Please feel free to reach out to us.

Larry & Mary

We visit Vermont for the summer and reside in Crystal River for the rest of the time. Mary is a retired school teacher. I'm an airline pilot flying the B-787 in the Pacific and Atlantic routes.

I'm also an avid Sea Plane pilot and own one. We also enjoy boating, fishing, biking, and kayaking.


We purchased this home as our new winter home and residence. We looked all over florida to try to match the privacy of our northerly waterfront property. This property is the one that filled all our requirements!

When we vacation we usually rent homes that we find through Homeaway. This has allowed us to be on both sides of renting a vacation home. We have tried to add and design what we would want into our vacation homes. Please check out our other property which is listed in the notes. #135449 and #4079165

We also enjoy meeting those we rent to and have made many new friends and look forward to making many more.

Why they chose this property

This property has the peacefulness of old florida. The house is on 3 lots and sets on the point of a small neighborhood that is connected by a one lane bridge to Crescent Island. The sunsets are amazing from this property along with the peacefulness and nature!

The property is the last one at the very end of the very private neighborhood road.
Manatees swim by as you relax by the water with a multitude of other type of fish. A small spring that is nestled next to the shore close by adds to the uniqueness and attracts the Manatees.

We have a very protected dock for your vessel. The dock also has a kayak launch on it for easy access. Out front there is a fishing dock/deck that extends out into the bay. You can watch the sunrise and sunset from here!

Please check with us before booking on the size of your vessel. There is also a launch site 5 minutes away and we have storage for a trailer onsite

You can easily boat to a restaurant for lunch or dinner or be in the gulf in a few minutes.

You can also Kayak for lunch close by!

To top that off you have water on two sides of the property with Manatees and many types of fish swimming along the shore!

Enjoy!

Larry & Mary

What makes this property unique

The view from the multiple decks have been described as a million dollar views during the day and at night.

Plantation club is close by for boat rentals, manatee tours, restaurant and Golf.

The Gulf beach is 8 miles away on a quite road with many options to explore along the way. Drive or bike!

Nature is active all around in many different unique forms!

You can bike to down town without being on a major highway!

You can successfully fish off the seawall or dock or launch your vessel minutes away!

Just relax!

Larry & Mary

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests