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Estuary Oasis

Vacation home in Crystal River with private hot tub and kitchen

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Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
3 bedrooms, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Wake up to a serene sunrise at Coastal styled Estuary Oasis, surrounded by the Saint Martin's Marsh Aquatic Preserve. Enjoy kayaking or biking around the island community, then unwind in a hammock with your favorite drink as you watch the sunset over Dixie Bay and Gulf of Mexico.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Estuary Oasis

Bring the family to your own estuary oasis with a fenced in yard. Bring your boat to tie up to the dock or just launch the provided kayaks. Catch fish in your backyard. Lounge in a hammock or Netflix and chill. Enjoy delicious local restaurants that feature the freshest seafood, or catch and grill your own fish or scallops. We love our guests and hope you have a magical time here at our estuary oasis. This is a Coastal styled Estuary Oasis, minutes from scallop grounds or manatee swims. Enjoy the sunrise while sipping on provided coffee or tea and the sunset with your favorite drink in hand. You have access to the main floor. Master bath has a double slipper soaking tub. Feel free to use kayaks and bikes. There is a keurig and teapot available. Home features a 65 inch smart tv, just log in to your favorite streaming account and chill. We are just a text or phone call away, your on call concierge. Jason 352-304-7782 Elizabeth 352-566-0324 Fort Island Beach is 8 miles away. 3 sisters springs, and manatee viewing is 4 miles away. Hunter Springs Park is 4.7 miles away The closest boat ramp is 3.9 miles away you can put your boat in there to get to our property. Fort Island Beach is 8 miles away. There is a birding/hiking trail 1 mile away Golfing is 3.1 miles away 30 miles to Weekie Wachee springs, home of the mermaids. Personally owned vehicles, uber or lift is what I recommend The home is a stilt home so you have to go upstairs to access it. The main level has three bedrooms on the main floor and two full bathrooms. On the main level there is a spiral stairway that leads to a third level that has a loft/office area. There you will find a twin trundle bed with a pull out twin mattress under.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Farming classes
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Please register ALL guest. Including Pet. We do have a $200 pet fee. Stay off of the owners boat. Do not tamper with the boat lift and its controls.
Put towels in the washer and run the load before you leave. Run dishwasher w/dirty dishes, it helps the cleaners prep for the next guest.
Leave the house as you found it. LOCK all glass doors before leaving. If pet damages occur you are responsible for cost repair/replacement.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: $200 pet fee applies.

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed
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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
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Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

776747
Estuary Oasis fish kayak view manatees scallop
Estuary Oasis, Fish, Kayak, View Manatees, Scallop Crystal River

About the neighborhood

Map
Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 14 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bayside Kraft Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Norton's Riverside Sports Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cracker's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Estuary Oasis pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Estuary Oasis?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Estuary Oasis?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Estuary Oasis located?

Located in Dixie Shores, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Crystal River Preserve State Park and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Plantation Inn and Golf Resort. Fort Island Trail Park and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Estuary Oasis Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ananda D.

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

Beautiful home in peaceful setting

This home was perfect for our family getaway! Plenty of bedrooms (such comfortable beds) and space to spread out and come together to enjoy our week away. Plenty of nature and fun things to do in the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry K.

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

Estuary vacation

A great place to relax while we were searching for homes in the areaExcellent amenities and very cleanBeautiful views of the estuary and wildlife
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Lovely property

Such a stunning home with a gorgeous view.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

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

I love this home

I really enjoyed our stay and wish we could have stayed longer. The house itself is very well laid out and the decor is wonderful. This home had everything we needed.We will be coming back!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

The property was just as described, very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa L.

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

Simply Beautiful

Great time was had by everyone. Thoughtful hosts!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ronnie s.

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

Beautiful House with a Great View

The house was delightfully decorated and very clean. We enjoyed our stay and we hope to return in the future! The hosts were well organized , very pleasant and welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Can’t wait to go back

Property is awesome! If you’re looking for a nice place to relax and enjoy FL this is it! Clean, neat, well put together, and very comfortable. Owner is fantastic with communication and very helpful. My family and I are trying to plan are next trip back! It was worth it and thankful for the chance to stay at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

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

Clean, quiet and relaxing

Four of us used the Estuary House as a hub while visiting our parents nearby. One of us is a bird nerd who loved birdwatching from the back deck. Crystal River is the place to go for manatee viewing. We also took a day trip to Sarasota for strolling along its white sandy beaches. We found the house clean, quiet and relaxing. Host responded quickly to all inquiries.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Brook T.

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

My Birthday weekend experience

The home was just as described. Very beautiful and in the area that we wanted to stay. Once checked in I messaged the owner to let him know how beautiful the home was and that we would like to have access to the bottom floor with our guest that were from the area but wanted to be with us for my Birthday. He said there would be an extra charge for over the 6 registered guest in which I agreed was ok. He said it would be more per guest. I agreed to pay him in person on what we hoped we be our sunset cruise with him on Sunday after checkout. Now here’s where it gets ugly. We were out on a rented boat in Saturday trying to enjoy our day and in that area cell phone reception is not good at all if not on WiFi. Apparently he tried reaching out without our knowing. Once back to the house we were alerted of a voicemail and it wasn’t a nice one! He said he had been watching us on the ring door bell and because we had extra guests over we needed to evacuate the home immediately or he was going to call the cops. Now I have anxiety without anything additional being added to my plate and here we are over 3.5 hours from home about to dress for dinner reservations with our family for my birthday and we’re being threatened to have the cops called on us. My husband called and explained there was no ill intent and the owner went on about prior experiences of people trashing his home. Now he’s in the business of renting his home isn’t that a risk you take? Granted we are extremely clean, honest, hardworking and respectful people and would never disrespect another’s property but honestly this just ruined my entire Birthday weekend. It was very embarrassing in front of family I have been able to visit with in years. I felt as if we were being “watched” the entire time as he kept describing his video footage. I’m not sure what else to say other than this would never be an experience I would want to provide for someone who had just messaged thanking you for the beautiful stay and even requesting renting again in the coming months. To be clear my husband did send him an extra money through Facebook messenger for the extra guest to be able to go to dinner and enjoy our family but it was already a ruined experience at that point. I did take pictures of how we left the home as we would not want to be accused of partying or damaging someone’s home but felt this was necessary after the threats we received.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Wonderful property

We had a great time staying at this house. It was clean, well stocked with everything you would need, and the view is amazing. The host was very responsive. The Vrbo app led us to the wrong address about 10 minutes away, but the host quickly gave us the right one. We would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Wonderful Home

The property and house are beautiful, quiet, and well-maintained. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Loved the kayaks and fishing with the beautiful view. It is close to all main attractions, shopping, and restaurants. Host was quick to respond when needed. Wonderful trip and thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debby H.

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

Beautifully Decorated

Great place to stay for our visit to see the manatees. Quick drive to all the locations we wished to visit, home was well stocked and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

WC T.

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

Wonderful stay

So clean, safe, comfortable, and picturesque. Hosts were immediately responsive when the directions in the app took us to the wrong address. Other than that, the stay was ideal. Beds were comfortable and everything we needed was furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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

Delightful

Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Pam B.

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

Family Gathering

We had a lovely time and were surprised at how nice the property was, considering Hurricane Helene decimated many homes in the neighborhood. The welcome St. Sebastian Rose and Sherry were a nice touch.There were a few things that needed attention: the railing on the front and back stairs had parts that were not fully connected and separated when in use. Also, the back screen doors had screens that separated from frame. After notifying host, the repairs were completed in 3 days. A few days in, an alarm went off and it was not the fire alarm, after my husband talked to the Host, it was determined to be the CO. The kitchen had only 3 coffee mugs for 5 adults (the cabinet in laundry had more, but it was marked as “owner’s”, and we did not use them). There was no blender, egg beater, nor hand mixer. There were only 3 rolls of toilet paper for 5 adults for 5 days, no dryer sheets and no towel rods or hooks in primary en suite bath.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara w.

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

Crystal River Beauty

Great host. Beautiful quiet neighborhood. Stunning views. Absolutely gorgeous home. Host included nice welcoming gift. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

KAREN W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

family teunion

well .. for the price we paid I expected a bit more … we got there & the place had not been cleaned at all from last rental . Every bed & bath were used & disheveled though when the cleaning gal did arrive & apologize it seemed a genuine misunderstanding . Still er we’re out a few hours shine all was settled
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

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

Family Vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed our trip. House was perfect for our stay, we brought our own boat, was able to keep behind house, house was fully equipped. I would recommend- beautiful view from back porch. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha S.

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

Relaxing stay

We had a great time at your property. Having the kayaks and being able to fish right off the deck was fantastic and kept everyone happy. The goats are great and provide everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy C., USA

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

Lovely

Quiet. Loved watching sunrise over the marshes, and bird watching. The house is well cared for, and comfortable. The master bath is amazing. Enjoyed the kayaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarin M.

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

AMAZING HOST!!!!

The owners and the house were amazing! I never ever leave reviews but I am going to this time. From start to finish it was such a smooth process. Jason and Elizabeth have their house stocked with everything you can need. They left us a lovely bottle of wine which we enjoyed watching the sunset on the enclosed front porch. The kids loved how many games there were for them to play and played most of them. We really enjoyed our stay and we will definitely be back. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., Long Island NY

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

Perfect place

Owners where great ! Easy to communicate with .. house was beautiful great location unbelievable views sleeping with the doors open and listening to the fish jump all night was awesome.house was impeccably spotless and was equipped with every thing you would possibly need thank you for a awesome vacation.. ps blue crabs and Red fish where cought off dock !!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen A.

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

Definitely an Estuary Oasis!

I've stayed at quite a few VRBOs in the past and this was the best experience to date. The home is gorgeous and immaculate. Almost all the rooms have a stunning view of the water. The home feels spacious and lacking of no amenity. There were outdoor equipment and games for use. There were even snacks and goodies set out for us when we arrived. The home owners were incredibly responsive, helpful, warm and kind. It was wonderful experience in a lovely home with awesome owners!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Family time

We had a great time with family. We spent most of our time going to the beach and the various springs. We saw many manatees, which was a real thrill. Beautiful home. I watched the sunrise from the deck every morning. Such a peaceful way to start the day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023