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1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food
Updated guest house close to water, boat ramps, golf, fishing (access to Gulf of Mexico/scalloping) manatee sanctuary, Three Sisters Springs, restaurants, gulf beach. Parking for trailers/boats, access to water/Kings Bay, bring kayaks/SUPs, use our bikes, quiet waterfront neighborhood for walking/biking. Short distance to Plantation Inn for golf, fishing trips, scuba, kayak/boat rentals/tours. This is ONE of TWO UNITS on property.
Property manager
Jim & Wendy Busk
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Microwave
Spices
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
Paper towels
Electric kettle
Dining
Free breakfast available
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Soap
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Books
Outdoor areas
Patio
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near laundromat
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the river
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Fitness facilities nearby
Bicycle on site
Fishing nearby
Ecotours nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed within the maximum # of guests
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
Updated Cracker Guest House Close to Everything
About the neighborhood
Crystal River, FL
What's nearby
Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Hunter Spring Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Three Sisters Springs - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 90 min drive
Restaurants
Cody's Original Roadhouse - 3 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
Sara's Diner - 4 min drive
Cracker's Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
Arby's - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food located?
Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and A Crystal River Kayak Company. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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1BR NEAR WATER + HEART of CR RIVER-Manatees, Golf, Fish, Beach, Food Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 80 reviews
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10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Seth
15 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage is in a quiet neighborhood and is centrally located for fishing, shopping, and restaurants. We really enjoyed our stay. The accomodations were great and everything was clean. Nice yard with fire pit, grill, and deck.
The hosts are great!
We really enjoyed our stay in this cute little cottage. It was very clean and comfortable, and check in was very clear and easy. We never got to use the bikes, but that was a nice addition!
Can’t say enough about this cute little place. Perfect location for us. Wendy was great as always! We’ve stayed here a couple of times and will definitely be back!
We stayed at this place over Easter Weekend. Cute and adorable house. Set away from the hubbub but walking distance from the river. This is a well equipped rental. Clean and had everything we could want. Would definitely stay here again.
This was a great place for my wife and I to spend a month in the beautiful Florida weather.
It is a quiet neighborhood and the owners are very nice and accommodating.
We would stay here again.
Convenient location tucked in a shady and quiet neighborhood. Hosts thought of the little things to make it feel like home. We really enjoyed our short stay.
This property has everything you need. It’s very cute and comfortable. It was so clean I felt comfortable enough walking around barefooted - something I rarely do! I would definitely stay here again.
My husband and i had a very relaxing stay. The cottage was super clean, I mean immaculate! It was the perfect size for the two of us, and really quiet.
We wish the weather would have cooperated so we could have enjoyed the fire pit out back, but we made the best of it for sure!
Our fav restaurant was Vintage on 5th, which is less than 10 min from the cottage.
Jim & Wendy, the homeowners, were super nice and helpful!
Dana P.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deb
3 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the PERFECT house, so incredibly stocked, everything you could imagine they had!!
Communication was incredibly fast!!! I can’t say enough good about this property and owners!!!!
Would stay here again!! Don’t miss out on this Gem!! Thanks so much Wendy & Jim
This property was great and served us well. Very clean and well maintained. Better than the pictures. It is small, but more than enough for 2 people. Would definitely come again.
I had planned a camping getaway. Rain was going to wash us out. I was able to book this cabin. . I am so glad I did. The little cabin was perfect. They thought of ever little detail. The outside area was so cute. I would come back on a sunny weekend and explore. It really saved our weekend. Thank you for a cozy place to stay.
This little cabin was Clean, easy, comfortable, well stocked, and convenient to boat ramps, restaurants, and water activities. Having the Sea Hag Deli and community boat ramp right down the road from this, gem of a “cabin”, made our scalloping trip even more fun!!! Communication from owners was easy.
Morgan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Aijing
26 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We love this place! The location is very convenient. The backyard is super comfortable, even in the winter. We spent some afternoons sitting outside and watching birds. It was wonderful! We got everything we need in the kitchen for making simple breakfast. The hosts responded my messages very fast too.
We have rented from Wendy and Jim several times. They are great hosts and very accommodating. This was our first stay in the little house. The house is small but don’t let that fool you! It has everything you need to be comfortable. The location is great, so close to town but very private. We loved riding the bikes around the neighborhood. They bed was extremely comfortable.
Everything was beautifully decorated and thoughtfully provided. Hosts made sure to communicate important information, while at the same time respectfully giving us blissful privacy. All of the extras we would need were provided, the location was great for biking and with proximity to wonderful activities. We look forward to staying at this wonderful property in the future! :)
My friend and I wanted a kayak adventure on some of the springs and rivers in Florida. We kayaked at Hunter Park because it was close by and only stayed a couple of hours because of threatening weather. The next day we drove about half an hour to the Rainbow River for a wonderful adventure.
We were very pleased with the cottage. It was cozy, clean, and quiet. I would highly recommend it for a couple that would like to enjoy the area.
Next time we may try to find something nearer to Rainbow State Park since that was the type of adventure we were looking for.