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IMPECCABLE CRYSTAL RIVER KING'S BAY WATERFRONT RETREAT - COMFORT & SERENITY

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Pool
Marina
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Crystal River, FL
  • Place, Crystal River Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪3 min drive‬

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IMPECCABLE CRYSTAL RIVER KING'S BAY WATERFRONT RETREAT - COMFORT & SERENITY

Our impeccable, waterfront retreat on King's Bay offers beautiful, waterfront access that cannot be beat. The premier view is outstanding and fishing success abundant right from the dock. The property is modern and comfortable with new furnishings. No detail has been overlooked in making this property user friendly for watersports and outdoor enthusiasts. Manatee viewing is spectacular from our own dock. Accessible for kayaks, canoes and paddleboards. Kayaks and paddleboards are provided at the property. The spacious lanai and retractable awning provide ample shade. The custom fire pit is perfect for evenings to relax and enjoy the sunset. The master bedroom offers one new, queen size. The second bedroom offers a trundle bed set. Bunkbeds are accessed from the adjoining bedrooms.
The resort style, walk-in showers include rainheads and European glass surrounds. The modern, white kitchen is stunning with handmade, subway tile back splash and all new stainless steel appliances. A vacation at our property assures comfort and relaxation. This property is minutes from downtown Crystal River. It is easily walkable to local cuisine and nearby stores. The legendary Three Sisters Springs boardwalk is a scenic 10 minute walk. Fort Island Trail Beach is just down the road. A dream vacation for snowbirds or a family getaway ensuring privacy and Florida charm. Our guests return year after year. Whether you are here to enjoy the Florida sunshine or enjoy all the outdoor activities this area offers, this property is sure to please 352.875.0189 contact *Note: only non-motorized watercraft allowed
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Plantation Inn and Golf Resort. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 7 minutes by foot from Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and a 3-minute drive from A Crystal River Kayak Company
This vacation home offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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
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, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please place all bagged garbage in the black trashcan in the garage
Please remove linens from the beds and place with used bathroom linens on the floor.
Please load and start the dishwasher. Please do not leave dirty dishes in the sink.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No motorized boats are permitted on property or at the dock. Non-motorized watercraft, such as kayaks and paddleboards are allowed.
No guests are allowed on property beyond 6 approved guests. Travelers must confirm guest count within 48 hours of booking.
Only 1 dog allowed. Must be approved within 48 hours of booking. Exterior cameras are in use onsite.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: All pets must be pre-approved

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

IMPECCABLE CRYSTAL RIVER KING'S BAY WATERFRONT RETREAT - COMFORT & SERENITY Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was very nice with plenty of room and a nice view of the canal. It was very clean with plenty of amenities. The attached screened in area was also very lovely. I will say that it is definitely more geared for a family with children (no more than one family) due to the second bedroom set up. The coffee bar was a big plus! It is in a nice quiet neighborhood with shopping close by for anything you may need to stock up on. Plenty of springs and parks are also very conveniently located near the home. We definitely enjoyed our stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a perfect place to stay to enjoy King's Bay, Town of Crystal River, and Three Spring Refuge.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and home was outstanding. Host was very responsive and hospitable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katharine N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the location! House was just as described. Clean and very comfortable! 10/10!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA W.

Liked: Cleanliness
I enjoyed my stay. Everything was as described. I would stay again if I make it back to Crystal River. Thank you for sharing your house with me.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary D., Fernandina Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was exceptionally accommodating! We had some trouble with the wi-fi and Melisha went out of her way to make sure it was fixed as quickly as possible. The house location was perfect! Tucked in a quiet neighborhood, it sits right on the water with a beautiful view of King Spring. It was clean and the furniture looked new and was comfortable. The screened in lanai was the best! A great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan S., Columbus, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and great area!

Loved staying here! Within 5-10mins of lots of food options, the docks, parks and about 20 mins to the large beach park.Saw lots of fish and manatees right from the dock and backyard. Be sure to bring bug spray, the biting bugs are pretty thick along the canal, but still had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well Satified

All in all things went very well. We were there for 3 months with absolutely no problems.
Stayed 84 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Manatee paradise

This is 2nd time we stayed here. Absolutely love this place!!
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Superbe Vacation Home

This was our second stay at the Dolan’s House. Very clean, very well equipped and have some games for rainy days. Great Location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bay house + Boat = Happiness

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Melisha is a gem, just like the home. Our family of four fit just right in this delightful home. Decor is contemporary and light. Space is thoughtfully utilized. The lanai adds much to the experience and views. Very private location also. Dock/canal on Kings Bay made access to all things Crystal River a treat. Thank you Dolans!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

nancy j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable, clean home ... nature surrounds.

Home as advertised. Clean and everything provided. Quiet location, short bike ride to Three Sisters Spring and other town spots. Nice floatable dock for our boat. Saw so many manatees off the dock we quit noticing. Really enjoyed using the provided SUP to paddle around the bay in the morning when the water was really calm ... saw lots of manatees and some seriously big fish ... we love Crystal River in general, and this house was perfect for our two week stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve P., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Very well appointed, clean and comfortable home and manatees visited at the dock daily!

Great experience
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D., Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING LOCATION

3 adults stayed in Melisha's place. She and her daughter greeted us at check in and were delightful. The pictures do not do the place justice. There have been many upgrades since the photo's were taken. The screened porch feels like a fine resort!!! We have stayed at many VRBO's and Airbnb's over the years and this is the cleanest one we have ever stayed at. Many basics supplied, including paper towels, toilet paper, laundry detergent, etc. Kitchen well stocked except with dishes, cooking utensils, pans etc. The house was very nicely decorated too!!! The neighborhood was really quiet. Off the beaten path but within walking distance to many sites. We started each morning walking to 3 Sister's Springs (1.2 mile walk) Get the yearly pass from City Hall if you plan on going often. It is $100 for the year and the card holder can take in 3 guests otherwise plan on $20 per person per day. Many great Seafood restaurants. Crab Plant was our personal favorite near the house. We also drove to The Freezer and Pecks Old Port , food was great, the drive was amazing and both were in interesting locations, very remote and untamed landscape to see along the way......huge treat coming from Minnesota. I spent my days on the water, either sitting on the dock or paddleboarding. We brought our own paddleboards and I am glad we did. There is a nearby Manatee sanctuary just around the corner from the house. I also paddled to 3 Sisters. Saw hundreds of Manatee's, many variety of birds and even 5-6 bottlenose dolphins. My husband golfed a few days at Skyview Gold Course in Hernando and said the course was excellent. The nearby Plantation Course was not great. In the evenings we sat around the nice fire pit burning the supplied wood. Thank you Melisha for this great home we would stay again without hesitation. Let us know if you ever want to sell it!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Property, Amazing Location!

We rented the house over Thanksgiving and the house was above our expectation. Super clean, like real clean (no dust on baseboards type of clean). Super well equipped with baking tools, mixer, many good kitchen knives, everything new. Many extra pillows and bunch of towels (beach towels as well). The vue is amazing and we enjoyed kayak and paddle boarding from the backyard. We will definitively go back! Thank you the Dolan Family.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

very nice

we were a little cramped but made it work, very little storage space but we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Crystal River 90th Birthday

The home is as advertised and the owners were helpful. Very clean
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fun in the Sun

We had a wonderful time in Crystal River staying in this home. The location was perfect for us and our boat. We had easy access to the waterways and the floating dock is in excellent shape. The home is very comfortable and beautiful inside. We look forward to staying here again. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark K., Decatur, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Crystal River house on Kings Bay

Great house in a great location, it was all we needed and more, and we will definitely be back! Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

samuel t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay for scalloping, and any waterfront activities

Very nice freshly remodeled home. We truly enjoyed our stay at this property. Nice quiet street yet 5 minutes to all of the restaurants and grocery stores. The floating dock was great for docking our boat. The owner was very helpful and knowledgeable about the area as well! We will definitely be staying here again in the future

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay!

We came to Crystal River for some family fun scalloping. We had amazing time. The house has super easy access to Kings Bay. House was well equipped, very clean and cozy. Great communication with the owners too! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

David R., Beverly Hills, Florida US

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace on the Bay

Everything was just as listed! The check in/out was flawless and the owners are wonderfully kind and make sure their home becomes yours during the stay. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen well appointed. The canal led right out to kings bay and the dolphin and manatees came right up to the dock Stay here with complete confidence that you will be totally satisfied

10/10 Excellent

Sanford & Jeanne T., Minnesota

Paradise Found

We have been coming to spend the winters in Crystal River for the last seven years . During that time we have had five different rental properties. Without question Rhonda and Matthew’s home is by far the most fantastic home we have ever had the opportunity to rent. Before I talk about the home I would like to make some comments regarding Rhonda and Matthew, they are the most  gracious and responsive people that you could possibly imagine. If you had a question or a need they would respond almost immediately. As far as needs we never had any because everything we could possibly want was at hand. The home itself has been completely transformed, no detail has been overlooked. The kitchen is fully equipped even Julia Child would have been hard-pressed not to find everything needed for that gourmet meal. The mattresses are so comfortable that they will lull you to sleep. The linens and towels are off the finest quality. The living spaces are cleverly decorated and provide the ambience of south Florida with gorgeous views of Kings Bay through the many windows. Million dollar panoramic vista to watch the manatees, porpoises, resident ospreys ( 3 pair ) in the neighborhood. So much wildlife ! We felt we had our own private nature show . The outdoor seating areas : screen porch along with gas and wood burning fire pits . All so comfy we had a hard time deciding where to sit . The privacy of the yard lends the feel of your own private retreat. The delight of awakening to the beautiful sunrise and enjoying a cocktail watching as the sun sets in the west can only be described as “magical” . Oh and least I forget the use of two kayaks and two paddle boards. We are looking forward to returning next year to this beautiful home away from home. Paradise Found . Sandy & Jeanne Taly
Stayed 89 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anke M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025