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Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more!

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A covered outdoor seating area with a pool view, a grill, and potted plants.
A two-story house with a driveway, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.
A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by palm trees and a deck with lounge chairs.
A home theater room with a large screen, comfortable seating, and red walls.
A kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and decorative plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Situated at the riverfront, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 11 guests. It includes 1 outdoor pool, 1 hot tub, and 1 outdoor pickleball court. Enjoy water views from the deck and engage in nearby activities like hiking, kayaking, and birdwatching. The property is pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Island Gulf Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Family Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more!

As you open the front door, you’ll be walking into a private paradise with a pool (heated is optional during colder months) and easy access to Crystal River and the Gulf from your own private pier.
INDOOR AMENITIES:
Kitchen: Gourmet Kitchen with all your cooking needs: Stainless steel appliances, coffee maker (drip), microwave, updated refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, dishware, silverware, bakeware, pots, pans, blender, cooking utensils, and toaster. Total seating between kitchen and dining table is 14.

Home Theatre: Custom Stadium Seating for 10, Amazing Sound System, and commercial style popcorn machine for the real "movie-style" experience.

Game Room: Ping Pong table, mini bar, and card table with board games and cards.

Comforts: Three separate temp controls for comfort on different floors of home, on-demand hot water, A private office area. WiFi included. Washer/Dryer available and linens/towels provided. Smart TV’s provided in Living Room, Family/Common Room, and all bedrooms = 7 total

Home Layout: Main Floor: Master with spacious jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower with 3 shower heads, kitchen, guest/pool full bath, home office, game room, living room, laundry room, dining room, common area. Upstairs: Upstairs is 3 bedrooms, a family room with a pull-out queen couch, a full bath, and theatre room.

OUTDOOR AMENITIES:
Backyard: Resort Style Pool with large very private backyard. Heated pool is optional during colder months. Limited pool towels provided as well as floats for the pool. Pickleball Court, large gas grill (propane included), 65” outdoor Smart TV, corn hole, and fenced in back yard. Outside has 20 seating options.

Privately owned Dock/Pier (in front of house) on Canal: Great fishing - Bring your fishing poles and/or boat (27 ft or less). 4 Kayaks provided with life jackets.
Boat lift is not available for guest use.
Parking: No more than 4 vehicles. No street parking is allowed. No parking in the lawn.

Fun fact: The home is conveniently located less than 2 miles from golfing, boat launches, boat rentals, a beach, fishing, Marina, and hiking trails. When ready to explore, Crystal River has so much to offer which includes swimming with the manatees, fishing, scalloping, air boat tours, state parks, boat rentals, excellent restaurants and much more!

Contactless entry. Not handicap accessible.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pets allowed--owner discretion. Pet care available
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please double-check all movie theater equipment is back to the same settings as upon arrival so next guests can enjoy the same experience.
Please return all inside and outside furniture/household items/outdoor equipment to their original place.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2216077vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Crystal River

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Dixie Shores, a neighbourhood in Crystal 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 15 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more!?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more! on 24 Sept 2026 start from AU$2,009, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Resort Style Pool, Dock, Pickleball, Kayaks, + so much more! located?

This family-friendly Crystal River holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal River Preserve State Park and Plantation Inn and Golf Resort. Three Sisters Springs and Fort Island Trail Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Very happy I could provide you a great vacation…that is exactly what is is all about! Until next time! Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with plenty to do! House was clean and kitchen had what we needed to cook some dinners at home. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our stay. We appreciated the spacious layout, ping pong & movie room during the rainy days. The backyard was great and we enjoyed many games of pickleball & swimming in the pool. We will definitely look to stay here again for our next scalloping trip to Crystal River!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2026
Lauren, So glad you enjoyed yourselves during your scalloping trip! Thank you for leaving the home so immaculant as well! Until next year… Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is beautiful and perfect for families. The host was so attentive and easily accessible. Best VRBO rental I have ever stayed in. No one wanted to leave. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2026
Doris, It truly touches me that you all loved your stay. That is what it is all about. Creating memories and enjoying yourselves. Would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it so much! Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2026
Andrea! Love, love, love the pics❤️ What a wonderful family you all are. Thank you for the opportunity to host you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house for gathering together. The pool is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Anna! I’m so happy you enjoyed the home and pool! You were great guests and thank you for taking such good care of the home! Looking forward to your next visit❤️ Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the house. It was perfect for our group. It was so nice to come off the water and be able to jump in the pool to refresh. Catherine, our host was very responsive to any questions we had. We will definitely look at renting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Terri and family/friends, You all were wonderful guests. Thank you for all your communication. I’m so happy you enjoyed all the amenities and fun things to do at the home. Thank you for your kind words in our guestbook as well❤️ Would love to host you all again! Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and location. Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2026
Thank you Marco! Such a pleasure to host you all❤️ So happy you enjoyed the home with your family and friends. Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was extremely clean and everything needed was provided. Our host was very quick to respond to any questions we had during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for taking such good care of the home! You all were wonderful to communicate with. My housecleaner takes great pride in the home and will certainly pass on your words to her. Thank you ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catherine was a great hostess. Very communicative and accommodating. The house is great. The pool amazing and we loved having the pickleball courts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2026
Thank you so much! Loved that you included a picture of the back yard view as well. Your family was wonderful to host. Can’t wait for a future visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
Thank you:) Looking forward to your next stay! Respectfully, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay for families and friend groups!

Loved the outdoor pool area, basketball court, theater room and dock with kayaks!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2024
Thank you Luke! So glad you enjoyed your stay. Can’t wait for next time! Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great property for large party

Wonderful for family trip - many great amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Kimberly and guests, Thank you for your wonderful comments in the guest book! It was a pleasure hosting you:) Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and pool were great! pool heater quit working, as soon as i called she had a couple different people come out and get it fixed right away. Catherine was very accommodating to us during our whole stay! Definitely pleased with our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2026
You all were wonderful guests and it was an absolute pleasure hosting you all. Thank you for leaving the house so clean and loved our communication❤️ So glad you enjoyed the amenities of the home as well. Until next time…
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Great house, amenities and commutation!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Katie and guests, You all were wonderful guests and very much enjoyed hosting you. Can't wait to host you all again! Sincerely, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVE LOVE LOVE this home and it's accomodations. Very Comfortable and Family and Friends enjoyed visit and stays
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2025
We enjoyed hosting you all again! Perfect guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Here’s a shorter, still warm and polished version:⸻ Great Stay!We had a wonderful time at this home. It was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Cathrine was friendly and easy to communicate with, and the location was perfect for everything we needed. We would happily stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2025
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review. It truly warms my heart. Thank you for the kind words in the guest book s as well. You were all such wonderful guests. Looking forward to your next trip! Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family get away home

We had a great time and enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The kids eapecially loved the movie theater!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2024
Dear Deborah- Thank you so much for leaving a review. You all were great guests and certainly looking forward to your next visit! Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay and was happy we could have our dog with us. The host was great! Had fun fishing . We would return !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2025
Thank you for all your kind words and for being great guests. Looking forward to the next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Home

The Home was lovely and everything about the visit held up to my expectations beautifully
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Sarah, Such a pleasure to host all of you. Thank you for being such wonderful guests and for the kind comments in the guest book! Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning view out the back and a perfect view to enjoy from the hot tub. Theater set up is excellent and great for family movie viewing. Cathrine was tremendous with helping make our week extra special and communication was exceptional every step of the way. This was a great VRBO experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2026
Thank you for the wonderful comments and for being such great guests! It was a great experience hosting you all. Very excited about your next trip. Warmly, Cathrine ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We arrived at midnight after being up 17-18 hours to find a wonderfully inviting, well kept, welcoming home. Every detail to make one’s stay the optimum experience was done. The home has a relaxing setting and provides a beautiful pool, hot tub, pickleball court and many comfortable chairs to enjoy the views.The beds and indoor furniture is so cozy. The hostess responds promptly for any questions about the house and also is willing to give excellent suggestions for delicious restaurants.A thoroughly wonderful home!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
I cannot say enough what a joy it was to host you and 3 generations of family. From the very beginning of booking your reservation until the very end….you wanted a place to provide memories. That is what I most enjoyed…the reason for doing this at all! THANK YOU for being wonderful guests and taking such great care of the home. My housekeeper’s were impressed… And they know, trust me👏. Until next time❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accommodating host. Was available whenever we needed her. Thank you for a beautiful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Property and Host

This property is beautiful, relaxing, and private. The host is very kind and responsive. Everyone in our group was impressed, had a great time, and we are hoping to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
Sean, You were all amazing. Thanks for all the communication and for leaving the house in such great condition. Looking forward to your next visit. Warmly, Cathrine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Nothing but good things to say
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2023
You were amazing with your communication throughout your stay and loved hearing about your adventures. Can't wait to host you again. Kindly, Cathrine

About the host

Hosted by Cathrine

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I have been hosting since 2020. Absolutely love providing a fun, comfortable environment for families and/or friends to make long-lasting memories.

Why they chose this property

Relaxing and fun.

What makes this property unique

Large PRIVATE back yard with so much space for fun activities: Pickelball, pool, hot tub, corn hole, grilling, firepit, etc. Waterfront access with your own private dock in the front. Inside: Ping pong table, stadium style seating Movie Theater.

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