Retro Retreat-Waterfront/Kayaks for 5/Boatslip/bikes

Crystal River, Florida
$198 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

WATERFRONT HOME ON CANAL IN GREAT LOCATION. Come relax at our fishing and kayaker's paradise located just minutes to KINGS BAY.

2 BRAND NEW SIT ON TOP KAYAKS WITH STADIUM SEATS. In addition, 1 tandem, 2 more sit-in kayaks.

Use our BOAT SLIP, KAYAKS, BICYCLES (1 man and 1 womans), FIRE-PIT TABLE, GRILL & POLES to fish from the backyard.

Enjoy our unique RETRO RETREAT style inside and our BACKYARD HIDEAWAY, perfect for your GETAWAY!

We are close to everything including...
SWIMMING WITH MANATEES
KAYAKING TO THE SPRINGS
FISHING
SCALLOPING
SCENIC/AIRBOATING
SNORKELING
RESTAURANTS
SHOPPING
NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

You're going to absolutely love spending time in our adorable RETRO RETREAT!
It's a blast from the past with all our quirky, retro decor, but it is stocked with modern amenities.

⭐️The Retro Retreat is one side of a duplex, but each side is its own individual private home. A fence separates the backyard giving you complete privacy of your deck and backyard. Guests have access to a kayak launch on the vacant lot next door. There is a convenient sidewalk along the seawall to the launch.

KITCHEN/LIVING
Our brand new eat-in kitchen includes a COFFEE STATION, RETRO refrigerator and plenty of new cookware to stir up a quick meal! A stackable washer/dryer is also located in the kitchen area.
In the living room, have a dance party or relax listening to some classic records on our RECORD PLAYER. We have 55' ROKU SMART TV for watching movies and don't miss out on our oh so fun GUM BALL MACHINE!

BATHROOM
The full tub/shower bathroom has vanity storage, shelves, towel hooks, safety bar and tub treads to assist you with stepping in and out of the tub.

BEDROOMS
The KING and QUEEN bedrooms each have comfy beds with extra pillows, linens and a wall-mounted smart TV. The queen room also includes a single self-inflating air mattress. The large closets each include hangers, storage shelf, dresser, hamper and luggage rack.

OUTSIDE...

2 brand new stadium seat kayaks, 2 sit-ins, 1 tandem
PICNIC TABLE area right next to the water where you can play cards or enjoy lunch!
LARGE DECK with nighttime party lights.
FIRE PIT TABLE (perfect for making s'mores) that seats 6
2 SUNBATHING LOUNGERS
CHARCOAL GRILL
2 POLES to fish right from the backyard
2 BIKES


ATTENTION BOATERS/KAYAKERS/DISCLAIMER...
The BOAT SLIP for this property is located on our vacant lot next door. Tides vary so they need to be watched. Pontoons and flat bottom boats are best. We can accept boats up to 24' at most.
Guests' use of amenities are at the risk of the guest. Property's owner is not responsible for any injury while in use of any amenities. Boaters and kayakers are expected to adhere by all water vehicle Florida laws. Guests are responsible for any damage of property due to misuse of these items. Although host performs weekly inspections on all amenities on the property, guests are expected to notify owner of any damage or issues with amenities.

Guests will have access to all spaces inside home and outside including private back deck, backyard, new waterfront picnic table area and shared kayak launch. Our unique home is a duplex, but backyard spaces are separated by a fence. The shared kayak launch is directly in the middle of both backyards and will be accessible to parties staying on each side of the duplex.

Please reach out with any questions or needs during your stay and I will be happy respond in a timely manner. Our hopes are that our home is safe, clean, and meets all your needs. We are confident that you will love Crystal River as much as we do!

Coveted neighborhood of Palm Springs is very quiet, safe, and mostly retired persons. No neighbors live across front of house or across backyard canal. Neighborhood is walking and biking friendly. There is a single driveway long enough for 2 cars. Boat trailer parking is available in the vacant lot next door. Further instructions will be provided at check-in.

CLEANING
We hope to pride ourself in making our home safe and clean for our guests. Our expert cleaners impose a detailed process of disinfecting and sanitizing all linens and rooms after each guests stay. Our mattresses are also fully protected. Please let us know prior to your booking if you have concerns regarding personal allergies.

PEST CONTROL
In addition, our home is professionally treated for pests on a quarterly basis and we can provide you with this updated certificate upon request. We cannot however guarantee you will not see a bug or insect inside the home during your stay as this is FLORIDA! We use aggressive pest control but with our vast wildlife critters can still find their way inside. Keep doors and windows closed when not in use. Our neighborhood is often sprayed for mosquitoes and noseeums, but bring mosquito spray in case you need it.

CAMERAS
Motion sensor recording devices are set up in 2 places on the property. One is by the front door/driveway and the other is on the back of the house facing the backyard and deck. These help ensure all house rules are kept and your safety is made a priority.

SAFETY
There is one step to get into the house, a step over onto the deck through the backdoor and a step off the deck onto the backyard.
In the bathroom, guests will need to make a high step into the tub/shower and a big step down out of the shower. A grab bar, shower treads and bath mat are all provided to make the transition as safe as possible.
The seawall and canal areas of the backyard are not recommended for children to be left in unsupervised. These are potentially dangerous areas due to the height of the seawall and unforeseen wildlife. Never leave children alone outside.

ACTIVITIES
We will provide recommendations to restaurants, outdoor activities, places to shop and visit before arrival if requested. Otherwise, our guidebook is available to you on the listing for you to review anytime!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Service Animals Only (pets Not Allowed)
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayak On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Designated Smoking Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jennifer W.

    Submitted Dec 23, 2025

    Stayed Dec 20, 2025

    Our stay was fantastic! The rental was stocked with everything we needed while we were there. The backyard is so peaceful and felt like a real retreat. The house is close to everything and the host had lots of recommendations for us. We booked the manatee swim through Explorida and highly recommend it as well. Thank you and Merry Christmas!!

  • Matthew S.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2025

    Stayed Dec 4, 2025

    Awesome experience and amenities, host was very nice and responsive. 10/10 will definitely book again.

  • Judith B.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    Really nice location - good outside area for enjoying the weather. Very clean home. Host was so responsive - upon check-in we lacked a toaster and one was delivered within 24 hours.

  • Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    Great stay at a lovely property. Huge benefit to being right on the water and the extras of kayaks, canoes etc. very peaceful and quiet neighbourhood but lots of dining options within a 15 minute drive. Thank you!

  • George S.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    This property was very clean and very fun!! Right on the water with kayaks and anything else you need provided on-site for a great weekend. A beautiful kayak ride to Three Sisters Springs or wherever else you feel like paddling to!We were a very short drive to Twin rivers Marina for our scalloping trip and another short drive to town for a great dinner with drinks on the water. Will definitely stay here again!One small note, I assumed there was a pull out sofa because it is 2 bedrooms and the posting says it sleeps 6 and it turned out to be a regular sofa. All good and very comfortably slept 3 of us!

  • Rodrigo I.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    Everything went great and its a beautiful place. Fully equipped to enjoy your stay.

  • John F.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Great location, clean, affordable. Recommend

  • Robert N.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Awesome spot for a small group.

  • Chelsea S.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    We had such a wonderful time and would definitely stay again.

  • Travis W.

    Submitted May 14, 2025

    Stayed May 5, 2025

    The house is as advertised. It’s great not having any neighbors across the canal, which is rare for the area and gives you more privacy. The property is very clean, well stocked, and the owner is very responsive. Having access to the kayak and bikes was great. Very peaceful and relaxing.

  • Flagstaff G.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2025

    Stayed Mar 10, 2025

    We absolutely loved our stay here! We spent two nights during a weeklong Florida spring break trip (2 adults and a 12 yr old) - the house setup was perfect and very clean. Comfy beds. Loved the backyard and availability of kayaks! Was centrally located with easy access to water, restaurants, tour groups, etc. There are multiple rentals each opening up to the water but still lots of privacy. We would love to come back and spend extended time here!

  • MARY P.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    We came from Illinois to a wedding in Crystal River. After searching we settled on this property and boy we were not disappointed. It was beautiful, clean and had everything you could think of. I have never rented a house that was as clean and comfortable as this. The neighbors next door were incredible and very friendly. You won't be disappointed if you choose to stay here.

  • Leigh Ann J.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2024

    This place made our week. There was so much to do within 30 minutes drive. Grocery was close. The canal was fun to kayak in. Will def stay again next year

  • Rosvic S.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    My friends and I stayed a couple days and we enjoyed the space. We kayaked to the springs (about a 30 minute journey), grilled, and came back to a quiet and clean home. Nicely decorated and accommodating. We had everything we needed to cook some tasty meals, and our host was easy to reach.

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Includes taxes and fees
$198+
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