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The Turtle House

The Turtle House

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Outdoor dining
Living room with queen size futon, sofa, 55" smart tv and view out to canal
Recently added fire pit. Starter log and lighter provided.
Unclassified image, 4 of 25, button
King bed with view to canal. Wall mounted TV. Closet with dresser,shelf, hangers

Overview of The Turtle House

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Crystal River, FL
  • Popular LocationPlantation Inn and Golf Resort19 min walk
  • Popular LocationCrystal River National Wildlife Refuge5 min drive
  • Popular LocationThree Sisters Springs7 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)74 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Turtle House

WATERFRONT PROPERTY Serene, wildlife-filled canal just minutes from Kings Bay. Cast your line right from our backyard or launch kayaks for thrilling adventures. Our private boat slip awaits your boat. (No bridge getting out of canal). Our boat slip fits up to 24' in length for your boat. Pontoon and more flat bottom boats are recommended for our varying depth canal. Crystal River offers snorkeling, scalloping, swimming with manatees, bike trails and more! All activities, grocery, restaurants and gift shops are less than 5 minutes away. We are 1 mi from the golf course and 10 min to Ft Island Beach. This home has been renovated inside with new flooring, appliances, countertops, vanity, lighting, ceiling fans, French doors, paint and a new ductless air system. Outside we have a brand new seawall and kayak launch. Newly built large deck (12 x 25'), brand new windows and landscaping. You'll enjoy a table for 6, a charcoal grill (supplies in box on deck), a wood burning fire pit and fish cleaning station all on the deck.
There is a 55" roku TV in the living room and a 22" tv in each bedroom. Extra sleeping is available on the futon and there is a twin size trundle under the queen bed. We have followed a coastal theme highlighting one of the river's favorites...the turtle! We are confident you will enjoy all that the turtle house has to offer.

GUEST ACCESS
Guests will have access to all parts inside this home excluding the host's storage closet. Outside, guests will have access to the deck, backyard within fenced area, seawall for fishing/sightseeing and assigned boat slip. This home is a duplex with only one shared area and that is the kayak launch and canoe which is located in the middle of both sides. Guests will have complete privacy to their own deck separated by 6 ft fencing.

Other things to note
PET FRIENDLY
We are a pet friendly home up to two dogs of small breeds. We ask that you cage your pet while left alone in the house, leash your dog while outside as our yard is not completely fenced in, and do not let pets sleep in the beds. We will provide a pet blanket for use on the couch. We love dogs and would like to continue to have a pet friendly home but we need your cooperation in helping to keep our home clean and undamaged from our furry friends. Please help us by respecting our pet rules.

CLEANING
We hope to pride ourselves in making our home safe and clean for our guests. Our expert cleaners impose a detailed process of disinfecting and sanitizing all linens and rooms after each booking. We are a pet friendly home (small breeds of dogs only). After a guest with a pet has checked out, extra steps are taken by our team to ensure pet hair/smells of the previous pet are gone. However, we cannot provide a guarantee you will not encounter evidence of a pet-friendly home.

PEST CONTROL
Our home is professionally sprayed for pests on a quarterly basis and we can provide this certificate to you upon request. However, we cannot guarantee you won't see evidence of a bug or insect inside the home during your stay. This property is surrounded by vast Florida wildlife that we love, and critters can find their way inside despite aggressive pest control. We recommend that you keep doors shut when not in use. And please keep screens on windows.

RECORDING DEVICES
Motion sensor cameras are set up in two places to ensure the safety of the home and our guests. The first camera is set up near the front door/driveway, and the second is in the back near deck and backyard.

SAFETY
Our home has a step up going into the house, a step down onto the deck and a step down onto the backyard off of the deck. In the bathroom, guests will need to step over the tub to get into the shower and down to get out. We have provided a grab bar only meant to assist, NOT TO BEAR FULL WEIGHT. The seawall has a concrete cap, boat slip and kayak launch. We are located on the water so children should be supervised in these outdoor areas at all times.

Property manager

Vicki Duncan
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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
Children must be supervised outside at all times.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$50 fee for 2nd pet. notify host when booking

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking in the house will incur a $300 fee.
No smoking of any kind allowed inside the house.
Please dont allow your pet to sleep in our beds. Its impossible to get the pet hair out of the sheets. pick up after them in the yard! ty

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Crystal River

Located in Crystal River, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 19 min walk
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive
  • Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive
  • Hunter Spring Park - 6 min drive
  • Three Sisters Springs - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cody's Original Roadhouse - 4 min drive
  • Kelly's Half Shell Pub - 5 min drive
  • Cracker's Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
  • Sara's Diner - 5 min drive
  • Lollygaggers Sports Pub & Grill - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Turtle House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at The Turtle House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Turtle House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Turtle House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 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

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Manatee weekend.
This duplex was amazing. It was so bright and cheerful. We saw several manatee while sitting in the backyard area overlooking the river. We are definitely going to plan another visit here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

patrick a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
We had a wonderful time and seen many manatees. We brought our boat so we were able to go out to Kings Bay. The boat slip at the house was very nice. We used the fire pit a lot It was great. Pete’s Marina was close and we were able to put the boat in there so we could us the slip at the house. Pete’s was very close,
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Canal Cottage
A true delight. Vicki, our host, went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed...inside and outside. Love being by the water, watching the birds, kayakers and fish jumping. Unfortunately the mantee had left for the Gulf but apparently they come into this area when the water is colder in the Gulf. Can go wrong staying here 🌴😎🌴
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All we could have asked for during our Winter getaway!
This property was perfect for our 6 week stay . Location was central to many activities (manatee watching, fishing the flats, we even found a great gym nearby (Epic)). The boat slip accommodated our 16 foot aluminum boat and navigation was easy, even at low tide. Vickie’s warm hospitality made us feel right at home. Her timely communication and thoughtful touches ensured a seamless stay.
Stayed 45 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell F., Edgewatet, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Actually did not get to stay due to Hurricane Idalia
We actually did not get to stay at this property due to Hurricane Idalia flooding the property the day before we were supposed to arrive. The owner kept us updated about conditions and was able to get us a full refund. On our next vacation to Crystal River we hope the property is availabe so we can book it again. Darrell
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

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Hosted by Vicki Duncan

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