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Crystal River Manatee Palace A Waterfront Retreat HEATED POOL!

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Nestled in the Crystal River Manatee Sanctuary, this family-friendly retreat offers a serene escape with its heated pool and four spacious bedrooms. Kayak or paddleboard through the waters teeming with manatees, then unwind in your master suite overlooking the river.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Crystal River Manatee Palace A Waterfront Retreat HEATED POOL!

HEATED POOL!!!
Bring you Boat, Bring your family!
This is a wonderful family retreat located in the most beautiful part of Crystal River Manatee Sanctuary. More Manatees than people in this spot. Four large bedrooms including a huge master overlooking the River! Wonderful HEATED pool for relaxing after swimming with the locals (manatees).
Air conditioning, plenty of parking, a kayak and a paddle board included. Only minutes by bike or car to the local restaurants and shopping area. FINE PRINT, 6/15 to 8/15 3 night minimum. ALSO, pricing is for 5 guest ONLY, additional 125 pp per night

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No visitors other than the registered guests are permitted at the property without prior consent of the owner. No parties.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Crystal River, this vacation home is in a rural area and 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 National Wildlife Refuge.
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What's nearby

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Kraft Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cracker's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast Station - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Crystal River Manatee Palace A Waterfront Retreat HEATED POOL! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Crystal River Manatee Palace A Waterfront Retreat HEATED POOL! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal River Manatee Palace A Waterfront Retreat HEATED POOL!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal River Manatee Palace A Waterfront Retreat HEATED POOL!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal River Manatee Palace A Waterfront Retreat HEATED POOL! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Plantation Inn and Golf Resort, A Crystal River Kayak Company, and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge and Hunter Spring Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Crystal River Manatee Palace A Waterfront Retreat HEATED POOL! Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Girls getaway

Superb house on the water,wonderful host and got to see the manatees
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

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

Excellent place for kayaking, water play and telaxing

Our entire family had a great vacation weekend! Super easy to communicate with the property manager. Plenty of room for everyone! Beautiful location. Wish we had planned to stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean l.

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

Hello

Great Stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john b.

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

Family get-away

Bring your fishing pole! We had a great time…the water out back was full of manatees, tarpon, lady fish, and a myriad of other wildlife.The neighborhood was quiet and perfect for walks. Restaurants are close by and very good.We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

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

Great place!

We traveled to Crystal River with 4 adults and 5 kids (ages 4-9). We loved the property - very convenient to so many attractions, nice pool (heated enough to swim in January!), comfortable beds, and kayaks/paddleboards to play on. Would be happy to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Great house and great location!

The house and property are fantastic. The location on Kings Bay is exceptional with close proximity to several restaurants and springs. Wonderful stay, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Vacation

Outstanding property with friendly and respectful owner!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake B.

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

Great location

The property was very nice, the boat dock is on a deep water bay very easy to get to. We enjoyed the property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

West Coast Paradise

Amazing property in a perfect location. Our group had a perfect weekend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

The house was very spacious and accommodated our family perfectly.

We loved the location of the home and the convenience to all the water activities and restaurants. Great rental!! Andrew was awesome and very accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Crystal River

We enjoyed scalloping/ sea cows, and the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Amazing house!

Beautiful and comfortable place. The owner was extremely communicative and helpful. He gave us a late check out with having to ask for it which really helped not feel rushed trying to get everything loaded up and get the boat out of the water. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Family Reunion

We all had a fantastic time. The hosts were amazing and so pleasant to communicate with. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

VickiDave N.

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

Wonderful Home!! A++++

We needed to stay in Crystal River for a family emergency. Andrew was FANTASTIC! He let us in very late at night, even went to the store for us! The pictures don't do the home justice. We had wonderful evening sitting out on the back deck, wonderful kayak rides. The sunsets were spectacular! It was a great place to just sit and relax. Can't say enough great things about Andrew. I highly recommend this place. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Wonderful time

This house was perfect for our family. We brought our boat and it was great. Thank you for an amazing time. Will be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane M.

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

Great location great place

Andrew and staff were very friendly and helpful. Communication was excellent from Andrew and anything needed was quickly addressed. I would stay here again and definitely recommend it to others. We saw manatees everyday from the backyard!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie A.

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

Very clean, great location!

The house was just as advertised, was very clean and the view is absolutely gorgeous! We saw at least 10 manatees right off the back dock! The kayaks were a great way to explore the water and the nearby area. The host and property manager were both very attentive, helpful and responsive. Overall a great visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

James A.

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

July 4th scalloping trip

We had a wonderful time. Denise, the property manager met us at the house and went over everything. Prior to check in, Jasmin was very responsive to my emails. We had a few small issues but it was handled promptly be Denise, and Andrew the home owner called me twice to touch base and say they were taken care of. Nice views, gorgeous sunsets, quiet neighborhood. We saw manatees off the dock and out in bay. Spacious home with plenty of parking out front. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

shanda b.

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

Amazing home & host!

From the moment I booked the vacation, Andrew was an ideal host with valuable information about the home and surrounding area and things to do! We took our grown children to stay for almost a week & I really can’t say enough wonderful things about this vacation! The house is immaculate! Beds were comfy! TWO relaxing deep jetted tubs (one of my fav things!) a nice pool and brick patio at the riverside, where we had dinner on the gas grill! From the dock we enjoyed manatee visitors each day, as well as many fish, turtles and birds! The gorgeous sunrise & sunsets from every room facing the water was a dream! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Perfect Place

We had a fantastic time here. My Daughter and her husband joined me the first week with my new granddaughter, and the next week my two sisters joined with their husbands. Fantastic time including a lot of pool time allowing for great family time and discussions. Also got lucky to see many manatees which came right up to the dock (including a mother and baby). It was a wonderful nature experience. House was in great shape and perfect for what we needed. The caretaker Denise and the owner himself were always available at any time if we needed anything including dinner suggestions. Very, very nice and accommodating. Beautiful house and great convenient location. You will enjoy!
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

john t.

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

Very good location, no bridges, large pool, great view, decent dock, unique architecture.

The house worked out perfect for everyone that stayed with us. 4 large bedrooms with king beds and a master with 2 king beds. The kitchen was pretty well stocked with some condiments and utensils which is always a bonus. The owner is great with communicating and the inside was very clean. The outside grounds were well kept up. Only thing to note is that the road to access the house is kind of narrow for maneuvering a larger boat trailer. Just a tip for boaters not from the area. There are sand bars to the left and right from the house and a channel to come into the dock. Make sure you inspect it at low tide so you know exactly where to go. Once your in the bay you are fine but don't turn left or right to leave dock or else it will get shallow very quickly. Very unique house but its white so it shows every spider web and spot. If it was my house I would probably have to pressure wash the outside every few months and probably have the roof pressure washed too. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Celebration and Family Reunion Dreamhouse

The house was beautiful and has plenty of room so for 8 adults and 1 child no one was in each others way. The views of the river and sunsets were spectacular. You can fish off the dock or bring your boat. Kayaks are provided plus one paddleboard. There is ping pong and basketball. The sauna was also a plus. Some things to consider, for elderly. There are steps to go up and down to reach parts of the house and to the outdoors. Was not a problem for us as we knew this. Also the pool is not heated and the hot tub outside is not working but it was not advertised to be, so don't assume it is. We had a lovely time and would go back again as it was peaceful and spacious. Thank you Andrew
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Robert P., Fort Myers FL

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

A little left to be desired…

The location of this house is great – pretty close to nearby beaches and restaurants as well as the pick up point for scalloping. The house is huge and easily accommodated the four adult couples we had there for the weekend. The outdoor areas is large and comfortable and we enjoyed sitting there for sunsets. The kitchen was large as well and we were able to enjoy cooking a big meal for the group there one night. The decor of the house is not commensurate with the size architecture of the house. As my daughter put it, it looks as though a Ritz Carlton went into bankruptcy and was bought out by a Motel 6. The furnishings may be fine for a group of twenty somethings that want to get drunk and fish all weekend but they were not up to par for our family and what we were spending to stay there. Also basic needs are not taken care of – there should be soap and shampoo in every bathroom. Bedrooms should not have glass doors that offer no privacy. Coffee should be provided that works with the coffee maker at the house. Towels and sheets were threadbare and cleaning was not up to par. One of the bedrooms had stray long black hairs on the cabinet tops. Finally the pool was not something we wanted to use. The water level was very low and we questioned whether the filter was working properly. This could be a top notch home rental given the size and location but the owner needs to give it a considerable about of attention before I would want to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

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

Great getaway

Beautiful view and we enjoyed the pool and kayaks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022