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Withlacoochee River House w/ Dock + Kayaks!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Water view
    Water view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Withlacoochee River House w/ Dock + Kayaks!

Located on the Withlacoochee River, just a short 4-mile drive to the Gulf of Mexico, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental will serve as an excellent Florida getaway! With a screened-in deck overlooking the river and a picnic table beside the water, this house is a true riverfront escape! Charter a fishing boat or go bird-watching in Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge! Sample the local seafood in Yankeetown, Crystal River, and Homosassa, then end the day with a movie on the Smart TV!

-- THE PROPERTY --

On-Site Dock & River Access | Free WiFi | 1,238 Sq Ft | Kayaks | Secluded, Quiet Property

This riverside retreat in Yankeetown is an ideal coastal escape for anyone seeking a week away in the sun, swimming with manatees, or kayaking down the Withlacoochee River!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Murphy Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Screened-in deck, outdoor seating, spacious yard, dock, charcoal grill, picnic table, kayaks
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, dining table, writing desk, ceiling fans, walk-in closet
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, microwave, toaster oven, drip coffee maker, dishware/flatware, complimentary spices, breakfast bar (4 stools)
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, iron/board, cleaning essentials
FAQ: Access only by stairs, no fence by the river
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), trailer parking available

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Withlacoochee River (on-site access), Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve (1.8 miles), Black Dog Charters (2.1 miles), Yankeetown Marina (2.9 miles), Captain Mike's Swimming with the Manatees (12.6 miles), Crystal River Archaeological State Park (12.8 miles), Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (15.0 miles), Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park (20.6 miles)
BEACH ESCAPES: Bird Creek Beach (4.4 miles), Hunters Spring Park (13.3 miles), Fort Island Beach (23.5 miles)
LOCAL EATS: Blackwater Restaurant (0.8 miles), Chik'n'Butt Cafe (1.7 miles), Mama Sally's (2.9 miles), Shrimp Landing (2.6 miles), Shipwreck Lounge (2.6 miles)
AIRPORTS: Gainesville Regional Airport (59.4 miles), Tampa International Airport (89.7 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- The total number of guests in the home must match the number of guests provided in the booking details
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Because there is no fence by the river, the property might not be suitable for young children; adult supervision is recommended

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1238 sq ft (115 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

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 and a first aid kit
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

New! Withlacoochee River House w/ Dock + Kayaks! Inglis
447905

About the neighborhood

Map
Yankeetown, Florida

What's nearby

  • Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve - 5 min drive
  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 16 min drive
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 22 min drive
  • Three Sisters Springs - 22 min drive
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp Landing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Our Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Momma Sally's Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Withlacoochee River House w/ Dock + Kayaks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Withlacoochee River House w/ Dock + Kayaks!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Withlacoochee River House w/ Dock + Kayaks!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Withlacoochee River House w/ Dock + Kayaks! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Yankeetown Library and Yankeetown Water Resources Park. Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Withlacoochee River House w/ Dock + Kayaks! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet River getaway
My boyfriend and I stayed with my sister and husband, we had a great mini vacation away for Orlando. The property was described as exactly as it was. It was comfortable, accommodating and very clean. My family took part in the kayaks while I fished one day. Another day we took a short ride to crystal river where we rented a pontoon boat for most of the afternoon. Fishing off the property, I caught catfish and mullet, we saw manatee and an alligator. There was a convenient grocery store not too far that provided anything we forgot or needed. I love Elvis and learned he filmed Follow that dream there, information at the welcome center is available. We’re sad to get back to reality but thanks to this place we had a great getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEFFERY C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Getaway
House was great right on the river with a screened in porch easy check in and check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like Home
We so enjoy sitting on the screened in porch & watching the river go by. My husband & his brother loved kayaking on the river. We stay at a lot of VRBO 's & this one is clean, spacious, well-equipped & comfy. We love this spot!! Access to golf, seafood & beach!!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Treasure B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for fishing trips
This home was so relaxing and beautiful. Being right on the river our kids had a ton of fun. Was the perfect location for our fishing trip as the marina is just a short distance away. Rick was very helpful and responded immediately to any questions we had. We will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend
The house and property were very clean, and had excellent views of the area
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
River Pleasure
Wonderful host. Easy access to many springs, parks, beaches and restaurants. The kitchen is well stocked with all the tools you will need. The local pub is fun and the "Blackwater" restaurant had very fine prepared Grouper and Snapper entrees. Easy drive to many of the Gulf harbors and springs. Spotless accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, tranquil, and relaxing.
Spend a quiet, relaxing weekend with friends for memorial day. The home was spotless and well appointed. The only suggestion would be a queen in the second bedroom versus the twins. For two couples it was a little awkward with a Murphy bed. Perfect for family style. Had everything we needed for cooking at home. Owners left great notes about local restaurants & things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super relaxing
Sitting on the deck with a cocktail, watching the river roll by. Alligators, manatees, birds, mullets jumping. Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotless!
We really enjoyed staying at Riverside Drive. Wry clean, comfortable and peaceful. Update beautiful home on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away from Home
We enjoy so many things when we stay in your home. The beds are comfortable. We slept in the murphy bed & slept very well. The home is clean, spacious & well thought out for visitors. We saw alligators, 1 manatee & dolphins while eating on the screened porch. Great spot!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

April D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Paradise
I can’t say enough about this diamond tucked on the river in Yankeetown. The home is gorgeous, spotless, well-equipped, and close enough to Crystal River, but far from the crowds. There’s not a lot to do if you are a social butterfly, but for us it was perfect. We read, rested, walked, biked, kayaked, and swam with the manatees. This house has everything you could possibly need for a great get away. The little town is lovely, the people are nice. We had a pizza the first night from Our Pub down the street. It’s a little locals dive where the pizza is hot and the beer is cold. We made reservations and ate at the Blackwater Restaurant that is literally two minutes away. It’s waterfront and upscale. I had the chef’s special which was snapper. We drove to Captain Mike’s Swimming with the Manatees in Crystal River and enjoyed a private manatee swim. Everything you need for a nice kayaking day on the river is right beneath the house. The screened in porch was perfect for reading and relaxing. We will definitely stay here again. Don’t sleep on this beautiful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property!
Very cozy and very clean house! We absolutely loved it! Probably the most comfortable beds we ever slept on at VRBO rentals--totally agree with most of the reviews here. Excellent location- very quiet and private, lots of mature trees and right on the water. Kayaking and fishing there was so much fun. Our teen son caught a huge Red fish with captain Eric Hasty. We saw manatee right from the lanai one morning. Great communication with owner Rick, we had no problems during our stay, it was very relaxing and very enjoyable. One of our favorite properties, highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M., West Palm Beach, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Beautiful
This is a wonderful place to stay. It is located on the Withlacooche River in Yankeetown and it has a nice upstairs screened back patio that looks over the River and the boat dock. It is in a nice quiet neighborhood and just a few blocks away from a great restaurant. The master bedroom has a comfortable bed and a nice shower and bathroom. The second bedroom has two beds and its own bathroom and shower. This is a great area for fishing, boating, kayaking, running, walking, bike riding, or just relaxing. The owners are friendly and very responsive. We have relatives in the area and we stay up this way often, and we hope to return in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway!
Had a wonderful time at the Withlacoochee River House! The house was as beautiful as it appears in the listing and had everything you could need. It was quiet and relaxing and we enjoyed the location very much. Wr spent a lot of time kayaking and enjoying the river and it is very convenient and easy to bring a boat, as there are multiple boat launches close by ($5 to use the launch). We are looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
River Reprieve
We were thrilled with this beautiful, well-maintained home! They thought of "everything " to make our stay comfortable. We are planning to return for another relaxing, restful visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonya V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Our experience was wonderful and we hope to be able to come back someday soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best in Florida
We loved this property. Beautiful home, loved being on the river, kayaking was great, lots of wildlife to watch, and a very quiet, peaceful neighborhood. We would love to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonder host and house! Rick couldn’t have been nicer and the house is just beautiful!
It was awesome from beginning to end!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this home! We have been in VRBOs in Montana, at beaches & Crystal River area. This home is by far the best We have ever experienced!! It was very clean, well stocked, spacious & a great view of the river & animals. It truly felt like home!! Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Brady!!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect. More than we ever expected. We can't wait to come back.
The property is everything advertised . . . just better. We hope to return soon and often.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Lindsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip on the River
Stayed here for a long ladies weekend on the river. It was great! We got to see alligators from the dock every day & really enjoyed the screened in porch. The beds are all very comfortable & the linens were super soft. We also found some bean bag chairs in a closet & loved being able to bust those out for movie night. The extra kayaks were a huge plus, but we didn't get a chance to use them. We all agreed that pictures don't do this property justice- its gorgeously decorated & the little touches like LED faucets that light up were pretty neat! The floating dock is well maintained as is the landscaping, the yard is beautiful. So peacefully quiet in this neighborhood, we soaked in the symphony of nature on the river every night playing cards on the balcony. The property is close to every thing you need & Blackwater Restaurant just a couple mins down the road was soo delicious- highly recommend you treat yourself to the bacon wrapped scallops there. Rainbow River & Crystal River were lovely & we appreciated being able to do everything we wanted & not have to drive very far to experience it all! We would definitely stay here again. I only leave four stars because the floors were fairly dirty despite us not wearing our shoes in the house (we all had black feet bottoms on the first night), fridge still had food items in it from the previous stay & the guest bedroom & bathroom had a musky /sweaty odor that we could not get rid of. We also did not have enough dishwasher pods (two) for a long weekend with five people & had to go buy some. Our bathrooms only had one extra toilet paper roll in them each & less than half roll on the holder, but thankfully one of us brought some along. If I can make any small recommendation it would be to provide more cleaning supplies clorox wipes/pods & toilet paper that isn't one ply. Besides the few cleanliness critiques, this place is PERFECT & we *each* plan on returning with our families some day- it was impressive!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Black water beauty
The pictures are a great representation. The peace and quiet is off the charts. That river is so calming. We used the kayaks and brought two more. We tried to fish, I guess we did just no luck catching anything. The grill was a nice little Webber grill. We stayed four nights. We ate dinner at the black water restaurant right down the road and the food was delicious! Rainbow river is 20 minutes east and worth the drive. Crystal river has ice cream - dockside ice cream shoppe. I do not think you could find a better and more friendly place to indulge. This home felt safe and clean. We did not use Murphy bed. The king bed and two twins used by adults were comfortable. The bedding is quality. Kitchen had everything we needed. hope to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity, What A View of Old Florida Charm
We loved the view! It's better than the pictures. The river view from the living and kitchen area was exceptional. The location was perfect for what we came to town for... boating and spending time with nearby family. The bathrooms and bedrooms were super clean and comfortable. We enjoyed using the kitchen in the mornings as well as sitting on the screened porch watching the wildlife. We enjoyed access to the washer and dryer during our stay. We came during the summer heat of August, but any other time of the year it would be nice to walk the neighborhood and explore the small town. Yankeetown is a great location for quiet. Rick was also easy to communicate with and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Hialeah, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay at the WIthlacoochee River House
This Withlacoochee River House was exactly as shown on the website - right on the river, roomy, clean, well equipped, and very comfortable. It's in a beautiful, quiet, tree-lined neighborhood. The screened-in porch looks out to the river and we ate most of our meals there. There are also two top-of-the-line single-person Tsunami 145 kayaks. Rick, the owner, was very accessible and offered great advice for the best times to venture out onto the river in the kayaks. The times we went out in the kayaks, the river was glassy-smooth and very relaxing. Yankeetown is a one-stop-sign town with an interesting history. The town's Blackwater restaurant is only half a mile from the house. We had a great lunch there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Getaway
Our family of six stayed here for three nights and it was heavenly!!! The home location was a perfect launching point for exploring Crystal River, the Chazz and we even took a day trip to Clearwater Beach. The home itself is modern, updated but cozy, clean, and had everything we needed. Our favorite two spots at night was on the back screened in porch for games and the dock for fishing and looking at the stars. Communication with the owner was fantastic, as was checking in and out. We definitely will be back again! This is one of the best places we have stayed! Thank you!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021