HAVE IT ALL with floating dock, commercial icemaker and deepest canal in town!
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
This is a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom waterfront vacation home in Florida, set on a deep-water canal just six lots from the main Crystal River. With 50 feet of seawall and comfortable sleeping for up to 6 adults across three king beds, it's built for boaters, anglers, and families seeking a private canalfront retreat rather than a traditional hotel stay.
Docking & Boating Amenities
A 24-foot floating dock and a 10x12 over-water seating area let guests watch boat traffic all the way down the canal to the river. A new commercial icemaker producing 200 lbs daily serves boaters and fishermen directly on-site, and parking accommodates up to 3 vehicles plus one boat trailer, with a second boat allowed by pre-approval.
Interiors & Living Spaces
All three bedrooms feature king beds and flat-screen TVs, with no sofa beds or bunks, and the bathrooms have been freshly remodeled, including a tub/shower in the master and a walk-in shower in the second bath. The main dining/living room overlooks the canal with a 55-inch TV and fireplace behind a full wall of windows, while a second living room offers additional seating and a 60-inch TV. New furniture and beds were installed following Hurricane Helene.
Outdoor Recreation & Amenities
A screened, roofed porch shaded by a large oak tree overlooks the canal, and a gas grill on the back deck lets guests cook their fresh catch. The property supplies four kayaks, a hammock, and dock access for fishing or crabbing, plus puzzles, games, and books for indoor downtime, backed by five TVs with premium cable.
Location & Surroundings
Positioned midway between Shell Island/the Gulf and Kings Bay/Three Sisters Springs, the home is about a mile from the boat launch and a short drive from Twin Rivers Marina, area beaches, and Plantation Golf Course. By boat, guests are roughly 15-20 minutes from Shell Island and Kings Bay, with several waterfront restaurants and seafood spots, including Cracker's Bar, Grill and Tiki and Waterfront Social, reachable by car or boat.
Best for
This property is best suited to boating and fishing groups, thanks to its deep-water canal access, floating dock, and on-site commercial icemaker producing 200 lbs daily. It also suits multi-generational or small groups of up to 6 adults wanting a quiet, private waterfront house with kayaks, a screened porch, and canal views rather than a standard hotel room.
Travel tips
Access by boat takes just 15-20 minutes to reach Shell Island or Kings Bay, so guests with their own boat can plan day trips around fishing or scalloping seasons. Parking is limited to 3 vehicles and one boat trailer, so groups with extra vehicles or a second boat should arrange pre-approval in advance. Because the property sits in flood zone A near the Crystal River, guests traveling during hurricane season (May-November) are advised to purchase travel insurance in case of mandatory evacuation.
What guests say
Guests consistently highlight the property's ideal setup for boating and fishing on the Crystal River, along with its cleanliness and thoughtful stocking of comforts like extra towels, pillows, fans, and kayaks. Reviewers describe the hosts as communicative, friendly, and quick to respond, and repeatedly note how quiet and peaceful the canal setting feels. Several guests say the experience feels like a fully equipped cabin getaway with nothing missing, and multiple reviewers indicate they would return and recommend it to others. No recurring negative themes were mentioned in the available excerpts.
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