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Waterfront Kings Bay, Swim in Springs off the boat dock - Kayaks incl.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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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, A Crystal River Kayak Company
    ‪2 min drive‬

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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.

Waterfront Kings Bay, Swim in Springs off the boat dock - Kayaks incl.

Amazing location, protected lagoon with spring vents, 100 yards to open water in Kings Spring, near Plantation Resort, floating 20' x 8' dock with seating, trailer parking, natural built in easy kayak launch with 4 high end kayaks, large backyard with shade and Adirondack seating around rock fire pit with low voltage night lighting. Two Bedrooms, Two full bathrooms newly refurbished, high end sleeper sofa for your extra guests. High Speed Wifi with office center, Chef's kitchen with large island, chiseled edge granite, wolf range top, and 6 foot wide built in refrigerator/freezer for entertaining. Outside covered sitting area with wifi flat screen and river views. Water hose and power at dock for easy vessel wash-down. Matching white hotel quality linens and pillows, towels, and bed covers. *Use of kayaks, dock, firepit and all recreational activities are at users' own risk as this is a natural landscape as are all river homes and use of door code to enter property is acknowledgement of such.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this vacation home. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Plantation Inn and Golf Resort. Features include laundry facilities. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 7 minutes by car from Three Sisters Springs and 13 minutes from Fort Island Gulf Beach
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside the skin of the home.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
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:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

*Use of kayaks, dock, firepit, and all recreational activities are at users' own risk, and use of door code to enter property is acknowledgment.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: House does not have children safety measures.

Events

No events allowed
Turned off due to COVID and CDC guidelines

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside the skin of the home.

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
Note from host: Turned off due to COVID and CDC guidelines
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 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.

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Waterfront Kings Bay, Swim in Springs off the boat dock - Kayaks incl. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing! Everything was very clean and very organized. The home is very well furnished with all that you need to relax and enjoy a family meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorri D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time in the Crystal River area. Love the old Florida feel. House is a great location and loved our daily visits from Manatee. Hosts respond quickly to any questions .
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of the most classy and comfortable houses Ive ever stayed. Such a stunning location and beautiful sunsets from the extensive back yard. It is right on Kings Bay. I would give it 10 stars if allowed. Just excellent and I would return again. I hated to leave.
View from the back yard and seawall..stunning location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a small family to stay for a few days. Centrally located in Crystal River and easily able to enjoy all that there is to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and convenient location! Easy to get to both the manatees and Rainbow River, plus lots of cute shops and restaurants. The house was stocked with all of the basics making a quick long weekend trip much easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and very clean!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean great open area inside where we cooked family meals and had a great time visiting and relaxing! We fished off the dock and kayaked to the Three Sisters spring which is beautiful. What a great family vacation and memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it! Place felt homey and relaxing. Enjoyed a night by the fire. I told them how many people i had and they made sure to have enough kayaks for us. Fishing off the dock with some visitors like turtles, crabs and Manatee.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

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

Wonderful Location and Hosts

Highly recommended – wonderful host – great location.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilson G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and everything was just as described in the listing. Would definitely book this place again. The instructions from the host was very clear and informative. Great place and great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

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

Lovely Stay!

House was perfect with a lovely water view and kayaks to use. We really enjoyed the property and our stay in Crystal River!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorri D.

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

Location,location,location

Wonderful location and really comfortable stay. Looking forward to our next visit to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Awesome place!

Great location, modern features, comfortable beds, great location, responsive host! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third time staying at this home and once again it did not disappoint. Beautiful home in perfect location, especially if you are a boater. Great amenities including firewood and charcoal for the grill. We will be booking again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franklin W.

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

Great location

Clean house and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The place was amazing. I don't think it was quite finished with the renovation. I'm sure once it is the few issues we had will be resolved. Lots of fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake A.

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

Awesome House and Host!

10/10 stars. Great house and was very clean. Great floor plan and fully equipped. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea H.

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

Great stay!

Beautiful place, convenient location, easy water access with kayaks onsite, fire pit stocked with firewood, and great communication from hosts!We saw tons of manatees, were able to kayak to restaurants and all the nearby springs, located in the middle of multiple parks and beaches, and hiking/biking trail right down the road. We will certainly book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T.

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

Great place!

Had fun catching snappers!
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Great place right on the river with private dock at kayaks

Everything was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john n.

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

Excellent

Great location with exceptional and friendly hosts.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

River House Beauty

This get away property was perfect. The lay out of the house, kitchen design, and outstanding backyard including nice kayaks, fire pit, and landscape was magnificent. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia T.

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

Manatee viewing trip

Best experience! Super clean, super helpful, went above and beyond to make our stay extra special. Wood furnished for fire pit, kayaks...loved the whole experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Awesome house and location

The house was great. Enjoyed seeing manatees and dolphins. Can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

corinne h.

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

Exceeded expectations!

Best property we have ever stayed at! Fantastic amenities. There was a manatee in the canal next to the dock the last day we stayed there. Truly magical location. The hosts are well organized and communicative.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025