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Crystal River Cottage on 1 Acre w/ Deck & Porch!

Experience true Florida charm at this secluded retreat, perfect for couples or small families looking to unwind in nature.

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TV
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4820 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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 Cottage on 1 Acre w/ Deck & Porch!

There's no better place to spend a quiet Floridian vacation than at this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom Crystal River vacation rental. This cottage provides a secluded escape with easy access to outdoor recreation. Spend your mornings sipping coffee on the front porch or preparing a delicious breakfast in the fully equipped kitchen. Then, head out for a fun-filled day — schedule a tour to swim with manatees or splash in the crystal clear waters of Hunter Springs Park.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Charcoal Grill | 8 Miles to Manatee Tours | Pet Friendly w/ Fee

Experience the true Florida at this serene house, perfect for a couple or a small family looking to experience the tropical scenery, natural springs, and wildlife sightings of Central Florida.

Bedroom: King Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING: 1.25-acre lot, back deck, patio furniture & outdoor dining area
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Cable TVs, DVD player, ceiling fans, vaulted wood ceilings, dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, toaster oven, Crock-Pot, spices, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, washer & dryer, linens, towels, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Homeowner on-site (separate unit), pet fee (paid pre-trip, max 2 dogs), outdoor stairs required for access
PARKING: Covered parking (1 vehicle), driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OPT OUTSIDE: Crystal River Archaeological State Park (9.0 miles), Crystal River Preserve State Park (9.6 miles), Hunter Springs Park (9.6 miles), Three Sisters Springs (10.0 miles), Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (11.3 miles), Fort Island Trail Park (15.8 miles), Weeki Wachee Springs State Park (36.8 miles), Manatee Springs State Park (48.0 miles)
GULF OF MEXICO: Fort Island Beach (19.8 miles), Fort Island Gulf Beach Fishing Pier (19.9 miles), Alfred A McKethan Pine Island Park (44.0 miles)
GOLF COURSES: Pine Ridge Golf Club (17.9 miles), Black Diamond Ranch (18.1 miles), Twisted Oaks Golf Club (19.9 miles)
LOCAL HOT SPOTS: Crystal River Mall (8.2 miles), Copp Winery & Brewery (9.9 miles), Cedar Key Museum State Park (49.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Ocala International Airport (36.5 miles), Tampa International Airport (86.8 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
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 dogs)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- 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: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

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

General

  • Unit size: 820 square feet

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Crystal River Cottage W/porch Deck 1.25 Acres
Cottage W/porch Deck 1.25 Acres
Crystal River W/porch Deck 1.25 Acres
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Crystal River Cottage W/porch Deck 1.25 Acres!
Crystal River Cottage w/ Porch Deck Over 1 Acre
Crystal River Cottage on 1 Acre w/ Deck & Porch! Cottage
Crystal River Cottage on 1 Acre w/ Deck & Porch! Crystal River
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About the area

Map
Crystal River, Florida

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 11 min drive
  • Crystal River Archaeological State Park - 14 min drive
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 17 min drive
  • Three Sisters Springs - 17 min drive
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pizza Joint - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp Landing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Our Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Momma Sally's Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal River Cottage on 1 Acre w/ Deck & Porch! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal River Cottage on 1 Acre w/ Deck & Porch!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal River Cottage on 1 Acre w/ Deck & Porch!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crystal River Cottage on 1 Acre w/ Deck & Porch! located?

Situated in Crystal River, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Lake Rousseau and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Felburn Park Trailhead. Yankeetown Water Resources Park and Bayfront Health Seven Rivers are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Crystal River Cottage on 1 Acre w/ Deck & Porch! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christy D.

Peaceful
We enjoyed our stay at the peaceful and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nancy S.

Crystal River cottage
Nice cottage no internet
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Everything we needed, Gary was excellent 👌 communication !! Will definitely 💯 stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

aloysius

Gary was the perfect host kind and very friendly. The cottage is absolutely clean and looks new . I will definitely rent this hidden gem next time I visit Crystal River. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Very quiet!
Very comfortable, peaceful and QUIET. I would definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Perfect stay!
The house was awesome and well appointed! We had everything we needed! Gary, the host, had some amazing muffins on the table for us! What a nice touch! The property was clean and in a perfect location! Nice and quiet! Beautiful! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn N.

Great time!
Had a great time exploring all of the springs in the area. This little house was perfect for my boyfriend and I. We enjoyed our stay and definitely recommend staying here if you want something quiet, relaxing, and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefani H.

Fantastic and so large
We had a wonderful visit at this perfectly located residence. Completely stocked beyond what was expected and a really nice size space. This could work for even a longer term stay! Look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Great, peaceful, clean
Great place to explore the area, so clean and perfect for our 3 day stay! Thank you Gary for your hospitality and suggestions.
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10/10 Excellent

JOELLEN

Cozy comfort.
Perfect for my husband and me. Clean, quite, everything we needed and Gary always accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Baker B.

family stay
property very quiet and clean would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Great home, quite location
It was a short stay, but it was really nice. Very quiet location. Communication with the homeowner was fantastic before during and after our stay. We would stay at this home again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Owner very helpful. We loved the remoteness. Extremely peaceful. More deer than humans, our kinda place! Saw an armadillo while there too.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

George

Nice quiet area. No traffic. Most places a few miles away, but easy to get in, not crowded.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg M.

Great
Private, clean and all supplies well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

NANCY H., Hackensack, MN

Quiet Clean Cottage
We stayed 4 nights and the location was perfect for our trip. The front porch is so nice, quiet and relaxing to have coffee in the mornings. Highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda r.

Country charm
Great location. Helpful host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace M.

A very nice stay!
Gary was a very cool guy with a very nice place for us to stay. 15 mins away from town and close to almost everything we wanted to do. Very much enjoyed the stay and will recommend it for friends and hope to come back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Good value
Enjoyed it!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Was an amazing getaway. Lots of nature, hiking, very peaceful. The nature preserves are very impressive. Cabin is great, lots of great restaurants. Gary makes great muffins.!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

viv z.

Quiet retreat
Comfortable cozy cabin. Many extras as far as condiments, spices, teas, etc. Fresh delicious muffins. Owner, Gary, was helpful and next door. Nice quiet area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabby V., Marysville, Ohio

Love it here!
This is our 2nd time staying here and just like the 1st, it was amazing! Such a beautiful place, peaceful, deer sightings, comfortable. Can’t say enough! Gary is awesome and the muffins are delish!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

From Naples to Crystal River
Great Place, great host, great muffins, great host!

10/10 Excellent

Patti H.

High Recommend
The second time here and it was very comfortable, clean convenient to where we needed to be. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Crystal River gem
Great spot exceeded our expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023