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Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Escape to The Cottage on Lake Rouseau, where the great outdoors beckons with a private lakefront setting and easy access to the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy kayaking or canoeing right from your doorstep, then unwind in this spacious 2-bedroom cottage with an open concept perfect for entertaining.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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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.

Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly

This spacious 2 bedroom and 1 bath cottage on Lake Rouseau has everything you need to for a great vacation. Bring your fishing gear or just spend time relaxing. It is located on Crystal River’s premier large base lake. The convenience of the nearby boat ramp will make your fishing easy and fun. You will also have direct access to the Gulf of Mexico from that ramp. Bike or walk the area trails. There are 2 kayaks and a canoe for your use. How about a round of golf after a little fishing, so don’t forget your clubs. There are several championship courses nearby. The open concept of this home is comfortable and great for entertaining. To really appreciate the cottage, take a moment to view our photos. This is truly a place to take pleasure in the outdoors, fishing, hiking, boating or simply watching the sunset.

The Nature Coast of Florida not only has great fishing but many amenities minutes away.
• Weeki Wachee Springs State Park/38 miles south
• Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park/18 mile south
• Three Sisters Springs/12 mile south
• Rainbow River/12 mile east
• Cedar Key/40 miles north
• Dunnellon for quaint shops/12 miles east
• Fine and casual dinning
• Are just a few you may want to visit

The Cottage on Lake Rouseau for your enjoyment and relaxations

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: no

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: yes

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: yes

Events

No events allowed
No

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: no
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Rousseau - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 20 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 21 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 38 min drive - 39.3 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 40 min drive - 54.5 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Loft - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Pizza Joint Wood Fire Pies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Castaways bar and grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Lake Rousseau and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bayfront Health Seven Rivers and Felburn Park Trailhead. Crystal River Preserve State Park and Crystal River Watersports Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 174 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patty C.

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

3 Night Vacay

Able to relax in this nicely equipped cottage. Our dogs loved the fenced in backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne K.

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

Fantastic location

The house had everything you could possibly need . We loved the quiet and serene location ( no mosquitoes) and the proximity toGreat restaurant and countless rivers - you can paddle 7 different rivers all within 1 hour drive .Communication with the host was fantastic- thank you for a wonderful stay - we will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bath home on the lake! The property was spotless and well-kept, with plenty of great parking, which made arriving and unloading a breeze. The kitchen was amazing – fully stocked, modern, and perfect for cooking meals while enjoying time together.The lake views were stunning, and we loved spending mornings on the patio soaking in the peaceful scenery. The location was perfect for a relaxing getaway!Our host was fantastic – welcoming, attentive, and incredibly easy to communicate with. Their great communication made check-in and check-out seamless, and they went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed.We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and can’t wait to come back! Highly recommend this home for anyone looking for a lakeside retreat with all the comforts of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Memorial Day weekend

Exactly as pictured. Very quiet and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore C.

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

Wonderful Trip

House was extremely clean and Amy was wonderful. Despite past reviews complaining about sea grass overgrowth near dock had no problem catching a decent sized cat fish. Hughes net satellite isp is a bit lacking but not much can be done about that as it's a little remote. Thanks Amy for an awesome stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

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

Wonderful Get Away

The home had a pleasant vibe to it, the views were so awesome!!! Its a place that I look forward on coming back
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha D.

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

Crystal River stay

Thank you for the quiet and peaceful stay in your Crystal River home. Your home was exactly as you advertised. The lake views reminded us of home and the sunsets were stunning.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Lake vacation

Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Teri L.

Nice view

It was suitable for our needs
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

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

Lovely home on the lake

We had a great vacation stay at this home. Our dog loved the fenced in yard and our son loved the kayaks and canoe. We were on the lake fishing and paddling every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

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

Lake Rousseau get away

The location was excellent, the lake serene and relaxing. The cottage pictures were probably taken a while ago, but still reflect a comfortable place to get away from busy schedules and demands of city life. We tried fishing from the dock, unsuccessfully. Didn’t use the kayaks and canoe available because there isn’t a ramp or launching pad, though there is the one a mile away, if you can strap the kayak to your car’s roof.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Amazing sunsets

We had a relaxing time!! The sunsets were absolutely stunning to watch, my girls were disappointed because they couldn’t swim in the water but were excited to see an alligator everyday, And gave us the opportunity to drive to other parts of Florida to check things out, Check in /out was easy, Amy had everything we needed to feel at home.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

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

Beautiful lake house

The reservation and check-in process were super simple thanks to support from the owners. The home is right on the lake and has a dock and outdoor screened in sitting area as shown in the pictures. The inside of the house is vintage but very well maintained and very clean. It literally had anything and everything we needed for our one week stay.The house is located close to some pretty cool attractions as well, including rainbow Springs and the town of Crystal River.I highly recommend renting this house if you’re looking for lakefront access and the ability to fish coupled with easy access to local tourist destinations in the nature coast area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Serenity!

Amy’s place was perfect for our short getaway. Knock out kitchen and kayaking on the lake was great. Rainbow springs was a fun excursion.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful setting

Neighborhood is peaceful. Home is clean and has everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

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

Perfect spot by the lake

This home was perfect for our stay. My teenage son loved the kayaks and canoe's and the location was ideal for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Great place.

Great all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Ann C.

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

Cozy Cottage

This was a nice place to come back to after all our exploring in Crystal River.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

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

Beautiful getaway

This was a beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

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

Beautiful sunsets

Such a lovely home. We all enjoyed our stay. Everything was so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn P.

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

Beautiful lake views!

We enjoyed a wonderful stay! Beautiful lake views, lots of privacy & the host was really responsive! Overall, a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

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

Peaceful

This is by far, the best place that I've stayed at. It is cute and cozy with all the amenities that you could ask for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Excellent lakeside cottage

A stylishly furnished and well-equipped property in a beautiful lakeside location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sonjia L.

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

Very nice experience, great location. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

shirley o.

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

Snowbirds

Nice quiet area comfortable house.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024