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"The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more

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A modern living room with a glass dining table and chairs, a dartboard, and a view of the kitchen and dining area. - "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more (Crystal River)
A hot tub under a covered patio with string lights, a sofa, and a coffee table. - "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more (Crystal River)
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa and chairs, a wooden table, and a view of a grassy yard with trees. - "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more (Crystal River)
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, light blue chairs, a grey sofa, and a ceiling fan. - "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more (Crystal River)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a blue side table, and a window with a view of greenery. - "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more (Crystal River)
You can look forward to a firepit, a playground, and laundry facilities at "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this vacation home. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

"The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more

  • Experience the very best of Kings Bay when you stay at this sun-soaked home with on-site access to the Gulf/Crystal River. This home is an outdoor paradise with the canal running along two sides of a large back yard, dock, fishing, and kayaks. Location! Location!—Spend time watching manatees, scalloping, deep-sea fishing, or soaking up the sun at Hunter Springs. Unwind at the end of the day making memories by the firepit, soaking in the hot tub, playing darts, corn hole, and ping pong challenges!

    BEDROOM 1: King Bed, Master Bath, Smart TV
    BEDROOM 2: Queen Bed, Smart TV
    BEDROOM 3: "The Bunk Room" - 2 Triple Twin Bunk beds, Games, Smart TV

    KITCHEN - Fully equipped with pots, pans, dishware, flatware, utensils, drip/pod coffee maker, toaster, spices, icemaker, hot water pot, blender, crockpot

    INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, dining table, ceiling fans, board games, music, ping pong, dart board

    OUTDOOR LIVING: Dock, fishing, 4 Kayaks, life vests, gas grill, dining area, bar, outdoor refrigerator, corn hole, lounge chairs, picnic table, Fire Pit, and Hot Tub.

    GENERAL: Free Wifi; washer/dryer; complimentary starter laundry pods, dish pods, coffee bar, toiletries, trash bags, paper towels, and hangers; 2 google home pods.

    PARKING: RV and trailer parking; EV charging; driveway/carport - up to 8 vehicles.

    WATERSIDE ATTRACTIONS: Crystal River (on-site), Kings Bay (0.5 miles), Twin Rivers Marina (boat rentals-2.0 miles), Florida Fishing Adventures, Manatee Tour and Dive, Water Sports Crystal River, Pete's Pier Marina, Captain Mikes's Swimming with the Manatees, Fort Island Beach (all within 5 miles).

    PARKS: Fort Island Trail Park, Three Sisters Springs, Hunter Springs Park (all less than 5 miles).

    DINING/DRINKS: Cracker's Bar and Grill, Vintage on 5th, Waterfront Social, Nortons, Seafood Seller, St. John's Tavern, The Crab Plant, Dan's Clam Stand, Los Maqueyes, BubbaQue's BBQ, ClawDaddy's Bar & Grill, Kelley’s Half Shell, Crumps

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,501 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 26

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please leave a note in the guest book about your stay. It truly means a lot.

Please bring garbage bins out to the end of the driveway.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Crystal Shores, a neighborhood in Crystal River. Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Preserve State Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Crystal River travel guide
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Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • A calm lake surrounded by trees and grass.
    Crystal River Preserve State Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A manatee swimming underwater.
    Three Sisters Springs
    7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Clear water with submerged rocks and aquatic plants.
    Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • A sunset over a body of water with two people fishing on a dock.
    Fort Island Gulf Beach
    10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
    5 min drive - 5.8 km

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • RaceTrac
    8 min drive
  • Cody's Original Roadhouse
    8 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    9 min drive
  • Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more located?

Located in Crystal Shores, this vacation home is steps from Crystal River Preserve State Park, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Fort Island Trail Park and Plantation Inn and Golf Resort. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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"The River House" Dock, Kayaks, Hot Tub + so much more Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for us. We enjoyed the hot tub and kayaks and yard games so much!! Thank you so much for an awesome time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Home is amazing. If you have a baby they have a high chair, pack and play, stroller. They have kids and adults games. They are very accommodating to every family type there is. The host was Amazing. Our kids (6, & 8 year old grand children loved the bunk room and the whole house. Quoting my granddaughter (This is the life)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend. House was good :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very clean and matched pictures. Host quickly responded to resolve a small issue upon check in.Although we did not use hot tub it was clean and ready for use.Floating dock was great. We were there during full moon tides and canal had plenty of depth during extreme low tides. There is power and water available at dock which was great to keep boat rinsed off and charged. Welcome basket was a nice touch. Will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time at The River House! The property was impeccably clean and beautifully decorated. It felt very spacious and the hot tub was such a fun addition for our group to enjoy, as it did get cold when we visited in January! Crystal River is such a beautiful area with so many activities, we did a kayak tour and swam with manatees! This would be a perfect rental for families or friend groups, and we hope to visit again in the summer for scalloping season.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time at the rental, the layout really utilized the space well. Kids room was a blast, our son loved all of the bunk beds and gaming chairs. Wife and mother in law loved the new spa on the spacious porch, and it was handy having the 2nd fridge for out adult beverages. Will definitely book again the next time we are in the Crystal River area for a fishing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was truly one of the most fantastic properties I have ever stayed at. From the moment we arrived, it was clear how much care, thought, and pride went into every detail of this home. The space was impeccably clean, beautifully maintained, and incredibly welcoming—comfortable without sacrificing style.The location was perfect, offering both convenience and a sense of escape, and the property itself had everything we could possibly need to relax and enjoy our time together. It felt like a home, not just a place to stay, which made the experience that much more special.This stay exceeded every expectation and created memories we will cherish for a long time. I cannot recommend this property highly enough and would absolutely stay here again without hesitation.
Christmas Preparations
Found the turtles!
Found the Manatees!
Exploration on the kayaks
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The River House was fantastic and more than we hoped for! Cathrine was probably the most responsive host I’ve had and made sure everything was in order. The outdoor space was larger than we realized from the photos and the hot tub was excellent! Location for fishing or going to the springs is hard to beat!For those wanting to bring a boat, the boat dock is floating which is super helpful and I was able to leave my boat at the dock the entire week. If the tide got close to 0 feet at lowest there would be about 5-6” of water at the docks edge and it’s plenty of water for a small 16” boat empty. Mud bottom so it just barely sits in it. I have an 8” draft. With that being said don’t plan on going in or out during the absolute lowest tide (around 0 feet). That was never an issue for us. Hope that helps someone out
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place for any kind of vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is beautiful! Hot tub was wonderful! Beds were comfortable. We had a great mini vacay for my friends 60th!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cathrine was extremely communicative, which is fantastic! The house was just as she described. We loved that it was open, inviting and updated. It was the perfect headquarters for our manatee excursion from Pete's Pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026