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River Rat's Rest

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A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a small body of water.
A house with a small dock extending into a calm river, surrounded by dense trees and a grassy area with a picnic table.
A living room with a TV, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a staircase leading to an upper level with a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a clock on the nightstand.
A wooden console table with a lamp, a decorative shell, and a framed picture of a boat.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure onsite parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Dock

Explore the area

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Homosassa, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Island Gulf Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom

+4
1 Crib, 1 King Bed, 4 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

River Rat's Rest

This is where you can experience wild Florida while enjoying all your favorite comforts. Our completely remodeled home is on a canal just 200 feet away from the Halls River. Located in a friendly residential neighborhood, this immaculate 3 bedroom 2 bath (plus loft upstairs) home is perfect for your year-round getaway. The open concept living, dining and kitchen areas overlook the canal, with ample opportunities to watch otters, manatees, and birds as you drink your coffee.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 1
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 99 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Booking this home indicates your consent to be bound by our Rental Agreement. Please read this document *in full.*
This is a waterfront home with no fencing. Various animals including alligators and snakes may be present. Boat and swim at your own risk.
There will be a $250 damage deposit hold placed on your credit card at the time of booking. After checkout, this money will be promptly returned.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2658810vb
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 no 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 fire extinguisher

About the area

Homosassa

Homosassa is home to this holiday home. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park and Crystal River Archaeological State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Preserve State Park.
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Homosassa, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 6 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 22 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Michael Anthony's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sugarmill Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moschello's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Rat's Rest pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at River Rat's Rest?

As of 27 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Rat's Rest on 25 Apr 2027 start from AU$1,816, 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.

How much is parking at River Rat's Rest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Rat's Rest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Rat's Rest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Rat's Rest located?

Situated in Homosassa, this holiday home is steps from Crystal River Preserve State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and Citrus County Dog Park. A Crystal River Kayak Company and Plantation Inn and Golf Resort are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer & David Rogers

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We are David and Jennifer, long-time Florida residents who enjoy spending time with our family and friends in the great outdoors. David was born and raised in Florida, and so is a true Florida Cracker.* We raised our family in the central Florida area and now enjoy spending time with our 14 grandchildren both in and out of state. David has worked extensively for the theme park industry and Jennifer had a long career as a public school educator. We hope you love our home state as much as we do!

*Fun fact: The term Cracker is a colloquial term for a Floridian that developed in the late 19th century because of the crack of the whips used by Florida cattle ranchers!

Why they chose this property

We bought this property because we have a deep love for properties with an Old Florida feel. Although we have definitely enjoyed living 10 minutes from Disney for most of our married life, we loved taking our children camping in various parts of the state as they grew up. We hope to introduce more people to all the beauty that Florida has when you step outside of the more manicured attractions.

What makes this property unique

Stilt houses have a long tradition in Cracker architecture and the fact that it was waterfront on a quiet canal instantly appealed to us! We love the friendly neighborhood with all our great neighbors and ease of access to fishing and boating.

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