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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape to your cozy waterfront 2-bedroom cottage, kayaks & canoes included!

Nestled in the heart of Crystal River, this charming 2-bedroom cottage offers a cozy and inviting retreat for your next vacation. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, microwave, refrigerator, grill, and all the necessary appliances and utensils to prepare delicious meals. Unwind in the comfortable living room, where you can enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and catch your favorite shows on the smart TV with satellite/cable channels.

Venture outside and soak in the stunning water views from the porch, or gather around the fire pit for a relaxing evening under the stars. This cottage includes a small boat launch, available are 2 kayaks ( a single and a double) 2 canoes, a fishing pole for your outdoor adventure. We have a fish cleaning station on property as well. The cottage also features a game room with a bumper pool table/poker table, as well as a selection of games, books, and toys for the little ones.

Just a short drive away, you'll find the breathtaking Three Sisters Springs, the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, and the Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, offering endless opportunities for outdoor exploration and wildlife sightings. With the convenience of a washing machine and dryer, free WiFi, and all the essential amenities, this cottage is the perfect home base for your Crystal River getaway.

Property manager

Clara Sumlin

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not 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, 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal River Preserve State Park - 24 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 25 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 25 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 26 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 40 min drive - 30.6 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crumps Landing - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Freezer Tiki Bar - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Wallace's at the Greenhouse - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Marguerita Grill - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Florida Cracker Monkey Bar - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to your cozy waterfront 2-bedroom cottage, kayaks & canoes included! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to your cozy waterfront 2-bedroom cottage, kayaks & canoes included!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to your cozy waterfront 2-bedroom cottage, kayaks & canoes included!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to your cozy waterfront 2-bedroom cottage, kayaks & canoes included! located?

This family-friendly Crystal River cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Saint Martins Marsh Aquatic Preserve, Paradise Island and Pipe Island. Charr Island and Bear Island are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Escape to your cozy waterfront 2-bedroom cottage, kayaks & canoes included! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Great place for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Great property with great outdoor activities for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Lots of outdoor spaces to utilize, nice place and well outfitted
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

This place was perfect stay for are long days on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

So many fun things to do for the kids to do and great for spending quality time together. Location is perfect and within 20-30 minutes of beaches, manatee swimming and natural springs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

Very clean, lots to do, beautiful place! Easy communication with the owners. Can't say enough good things about this property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Very much enjoyed our stay here. Very clean and the host with the extra mile to make this place comfortable and easy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

We were looking for a quiet get away for a few days and the Driftwood Cottage was the perfect pick. Clara was very quick to respond to my messages. The property was clean and everything we needed. A hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We were invited by local friends to go scalloping but needed a place to stay due to the large group. We booked this property not knowing the Ozello area, what a great quite clean, and cozy property. We definitely recommend and we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

Nice place to stay and it met our needs. The host was very responsive and upfront. Would definitely consider again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Awesome property with a cool host. Everyone in the neighborhood is also really friendly. All the good reviews were spot on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Awesome long weekend getaway. No issues whatsoever with any part of our trip, from communication to the property itself. Even better in person than in pictures. Very clean, great amenities and plenty of things to do in the area. Looking forward to visiting again. Thank you guys for having us. Hands down 10 out of 10.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The listing is as advertised!! Host was always very prompt with responses. Beautiful property and wonderful location. Kids loved kayaking the canals and fishing. Very quiet and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

everything was fine
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Loved this property!!!! We had such a wonderful time. Walks, kayaking, and just relaxing. Property owners have thought of everything!!! Cant wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Clara’s Driftwood Cottage enabled us to experience flora and fauna in this part of Florida from the comforts of her comfy, completely equipped and delightfully decorated home.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Nice and quiet place to stay. Updated and very clean. Clara was very responsive to all questions/comments. Would definitely recommend and will be back for another long weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

The house was fantastic. It had wonderful amenities like kayaks and canoes. They also had a bumper pool table and ring catch that the boys enjoyed. It was a perfect spot for us. The home was very well-kept and super clean. We will absolutely be coming back. Trip gets an A+
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Smooth.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

I have stayed in many places in this area, this place felt like home. Everything you need is here inside of home was very nice and comfortable. The outside property is great also nice area to put kayaks in water. Plenty places to sit and relax just a beautiful place. Hope to book this place again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

hidden treasure full of charm. There's canoes and kayaks, lots of space and fireplaces. Even a hidden property around back with a beautiful swing with wind chimes, and another fireplace! kids loved it, and it was super relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

This property is private, serene, and offers convenient access to surrounding fishing. Our 14’ jon boat was a bit too big for the on property launch, but navigated the canals with ease. We launched at the nearby public boat ramp and moored to the dock at the property during our stay. The home was very comfortable and I particularly appreciated the well equipped kitchen. Thank you for creating the perfect space for a our weekend birthday getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Really nice and secluded place. Everything was clean and finding the property was easy. Plenty of room for boat and trailer on the property. The “boat launch” is for smaller boats or canoes, not a big deal cause there are several boat ramps close by I had a 18 foot jon boat that navigated the canal fine you might have trouble with boats over 21 foot getting to the dock as the canal is very narrow. Over all very happy with our stay and definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

This was my third time back to this property. As always, everything was excellent. When I plan an overnight trip to Ozello, this is the first place I check. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

We totally enjoyed this property for 6 days and it was so fun and relaxing. We kayaked every day right from the boat ramp located on the property. Access to the water was extremely easy. We loved the wooden swing located onsite with a wonderful view of the waterways. The outdoor shower was a dream. The house was extremely clean and the televisions were huge. The Hosts provided so many helpful items to make our vacation enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024