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A two-story house with a balcony, a front porch, and a red-tiled roof.
A swimming pool with a brick deck, surrounded by white railings and lounge chairs.
A two-story house with a red-tiled roof, a garage, and a balcony with a railing.
A marina with boats docked, surrounded by residential houses with red roofs.
A living room with hardwood flooring, a beige armchair, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace with a mantle.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located at the waterfront, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. It includes 1 outdoor pool and bicycles for exploration. Enjoy water views from the balcony and patio while engaging in nearby swimming, snorkeling, and fishing activities. Visit Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park and Old Mill House Gallery.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • 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.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Washing machine
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Homosassa, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest King Bed - River View

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor Half

Toilet

Hall 2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Vacation in Paradise! Dock available-Walk to Pool & Fishing Pier! Kayaks & Bikes

Fabulous Spanish/Mediterranean Villa in Lovely River Waterfront Community in HOMOSASSA! Best location, large driveway!! Don’t miss the opportunity to spend some quality time in this comfortable 2 story, 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bathroom, 2 Car Garage home. This gorgeous home is located on the BEST lot in the One-of-a-Kind, Upscale, Waterfront Community of Homosassa TRADEWINDS.
Bring your own boat (max length of 26 feet or so) or rent one nearby to experience the fun and exciting Florida Nature Coast! Boat Slip Rental is optional (26 ft Maximum Length) $45 per night - right in the Marina, Ramp access and on-site Trailer Parking with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico for world class fishing, dolphin viewing or swimming! Fish or Crab from the Fishing Pier - we have traps and Poles. Golf Cart Rental option as well, Visit the nearby Homosassa Springs to swim with the Manatees. There are many Boat, Pontoon and Kayak rentals in the area and Professional Guides to take you out. We can make recommendations. Air Boats rides and Manatee Tours are available and very exciting.
The villa has lots of amenities like Smart TV, flat screen Roku operated TVs in each bedroom, free Wi-Fi! Beds for 6 adults. Maximum Number of Adult Guests is 6. We also have a Pack & Play, Air Mattress and a Child's High Chair.
Enjoy full use PROPERTY Amenities : Tennis Court, Swimming Pool and Cabana, Private Boat Ramp, Fishing Pier, Docks, Board Walks and Nature Trail. We have Tennis Rackets & Balls! This home is situated and built on the lot in a perfect “feng shui” position allowing for direct, unobstructed views of the Main Homosassa River from all 3 Balconies. That’s right... 3 fully screened Balconies!! Practice your Yoga in the perfect Zen Environment and privacy of the balconies. Driveway provides a pull through drive making it extremely easy to park your Boat Trailer and your Cars. The First-Floor open floor plan has 2 sets of French Doors to separate Porches, Living Room, a Dining Area, Inside Laundry, Half-Bath, nice Kitchen with breakfast bar and all utensils, dishes, pots, coffee makers and many added amenities. Upstairs there are 3 large Bedrooms and 2 Full Bathrooms. The Master Suite has a Private Balcony, oversized Bathroom with Garden Tub, and a separate Shower. The house is steps away from the pool, Court and Fishing Pier. Watch incredible sunsets from porch or Fishing Pier. Another great feature of this location-GOLF CARTS ARE ALLOWED ON this side of the River from the Water Tower to McRae's, Riverside Inn, Old Mill, The Freezer and Mason Creek! Bring your Golf Cart or Rent ours to explore the Grounds. The nearby history filled Old Homosassa is Golf Cart Friendly. Explore the town at your leisure.
This is a fun location with nearby golf courses. All within driving distance for day trips to Beautiful Tampa, Busch Gardens, Clearwater Beaches and Orlando Resorts. Several Gulf Beaches are just minutes away. At the house you will find a book of nearby restaurants and places to visit. Florida is known for Hiking and Bike trails if you bring your bikes.
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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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We appreciate our guests and the respect that they have for our place!
The renter must complete and sign a Rental Agreement - that will be sent to the Renter once initial deposit is made.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7654547
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, but there are gas appliances; 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 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

Homosassa

Located in Homosassa, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Homosassa, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 12 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Michael Anthony's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grumpy Gator's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Freezer - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Vacation in Paradise! Dock available-Walk to Pool & Fishing Pier! Kayaks & Bikes have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Vacation in Paradise! Dock available-Walk to Pool & Fishing Pier! Kayaks & Bikes?

As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vacation in Paradise! Dock available-Walk to Pool & Fishing Pier! Kayaks & Bikes on 5 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,503, 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 Vacation in Paradise! Dock available-Walk to Pool & Fishing Pier! Kayaks & Bikes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vacation in Paradise! Dock available-Walk to Pool & Fishing Pier! Kayaks & Bikes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation in Paradise! Dock available-Walk to Pool & Fishing Pier! Kayaks & Bikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation in Paradise! Dock available-Walk to Pool & Fishing Pier! Kayaks & Bikes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation in Paradise! Dock available-Walk to Pool & Fishing Pier! Kayaks & Bikes located?

This family-friendly Homosassa holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Crystal River Preserve State Park, Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park and Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum. Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and Monkey Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the River House in Homosassa! The house was beautiful, comfortable and perfect for our family. The location was fantastic, especially for enjoying the area by boat, with easy access to the water and everything all Homosassa has to offer. Joan the owner was incredibly helpful, friendly and welcoming. We truly enjoyed staying and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and we have always loved Homosassa! Great having a house big enough to share with friends and show them the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
The house has a great location and is always a fun place to visit! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joan was great to work with! The villa is in a great location and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2026
Our pleasure hosting great guests! Glad you enjoyed our place!! Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 2nd stay at this property. We absolutely love it. Perfect for a family looking to spend time on the river and gulf. The boat slip is a bit of a walk but worth it to not have to ramp your boat in and out daily. The springs are a 10-15min idle. Kids had a blast on the rope swing wife enjoyed the manatee encounters.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Perfect distance from the pool. Great driveway for parking trailers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The RiverHouse was a lovely comfortable home. The Kitchen was well stocked. The beds were very comfortable. The home was very convenient for sightseeing. Found some great restaurants. Can highly recommend the Homosassa Distillery.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joan was very welcoming and responsive to our questions and requests. We were very comfortable in the house and truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is safe, comfortable, and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2025
Great Photos!! Scallop season this year was incredible! Please visit us again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay near the water

Always love this location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2021
Yep! The location is very special! Right there on the fun Homosassa River and just a few steps from the pool!! Thanks for staying with us! Please come again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very clean and well stocked with necessities. Close to lots of restaurants and activities. Quiet neighborhood setting near the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
Yes, the place is loved by all who stay there! Can’t beat the location. Big house Right on the water, loaded with all the amenities!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and amenities! Hosts are very helpful and responsive!! We went scalloping and it was the perfect spot
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2025
Perfect Guests!! Thanks for enjoying our place! It is lovely! The best of Florida's Nature Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A clean family friendly stay

Very easy checkin and check out. Hosts are extremely responsive and helpful. Thoroughly enjoyed this home for our Homosassa vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
We love our Guests to have a great stay. Guests are important to us. Florida's Nature Coast has so much to offer and adds to everyone's stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

stay at Homassa

Was N awsome vacation! Enjoyed the house and all!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2024
Great!! Can’t beat the location!! The place was designed for good times and making fun memories!! Glad we could share!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

We had a great time. Well maintained, great porches and comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
Thanks for staying with us! It’s always a pleasure sharing our River House with families and individuals that love The Nature Coast as much as we do!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun fun

Excellent property and location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2021
Thanks for staying with us! It was a pleasure!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great long weekend

Great house in great location with great view. House was very comfortable. Used available boat slip which was very convenient. Grandkids loved the pool. Great long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Fun location of house. Very conducive to having a great time! Whether you want to be active or just sit and relax, you can’t beat it!! Great for making memories!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place!

Can't say anymore than this place was just perfect! The house was clean and very nice. Location is amazing and having the boat close was a huge plus. We will definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2024
Yep, the location can’t be beat! We love it when families enjoy their stay at our little Slice of Heaven, just steps from the River! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For our first trip to Homossassa, Florida to try scalloping in the Gulf, we were unsure of the best area to stay in. We didn't start looking for a place until 2 months before our stay during the busy scallop season, and we found The Riverhouse to be a pleasant surprise becoming available two weeks before our preferred dates! We were able to bring our boat, rent a slip to keep it in, and the home was lovely and spacious with a pool nearby. Having never traveled to the area, we lucked out with proximity to Publix, restaurants, bars, springs and even our former neighbors lived a short ride away. The boat ride to the Gulf was only about 25-30 minutes (no wake zone for a bit) but we stuck to the channel markers because of the unfamiliar shallow waters. The kitchen is well equipped with plenty of glasses, mugs and dishes. It has a gas stove, and large refrigerator. The garage has plenty of extra space and also has a chest freezer for storing ice. We had enough parking for boat trailer and two trucks in the large driveway. We did not rent the golf cart, but may on future visits, now that we know where things are. The beds are comfortable, rooms are large and the neighborhood is so quiet that we slept really well. The bathrooms were very clean and large with lots of towels. The living room area had enough seating with an extra bonus of massaging seats which were quite lovely after a day of snorkeling, diving and swimming to catch our limit of scallops!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
You certainly made use of some of the best of the area and of the house. Always our pleasure having guest that enjoy their stay and do a lot! Florida’s Mature Coast is the best! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious and comfortable

It was a great experience from booking until checkout. We loved the layout and location. We’ll definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan 2022
So thrilled you enjoyed!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Great trip, wonderful hosts! Can’t wait to book again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2024
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. The River House is a favorite of ours as well! A fun location for building memories. We look forward to your return visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family getaway

Perfect for a short getaway to go boating and scalloping. As advertised!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Yes, the place is perfect for any length getaway! Comfortable and a super location! Thanks for staying with us, it was our pleasure to share with you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious and comfortable holiday house

We enjoyed our stay in this lovely house. Hosts are extremely helpful. Good location for the river. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location Location

This home and area was just as advertised!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2021
Thanks for staying with us! I am sure an enjoyable time was had by all! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Scalloping 2025

The Riverhouse at Tradewinds was amazing! House is super clean and conveniently located to Old Homasassa and scalloping grounds. Having a private boat ramp is a plus. Looking forward to coming backing next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Our pleasure having you and your crew at our place! A great time to visit… A long July 4th weekend!! Please stay again with us! Fun!!

About the host

Hosted by Owner - Joan & Peter

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We enjoyed our first home in the lovely Homosassa TRADEWINDS so much that we decided to purchase another!
One day we will decide to retire in one or the other! The grounds are lovely but you can't beat the location and views from this beautiful home. we love that we are able to share these as Vacation Rentals.

Why they chose this property

Location, Location, Location

What makes this property unique

Community Pool, Basketball/Tennis Court and a Boat Slip with direct access to the Homosassa River and The Gulf of Mexico.
Golf Cart Rental available with house
Cleaning Fee $135
Refundable Damage Deposit
Boat slips available $ 40/night, $ 150/week

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English, Spanish, Czech

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