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WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a patterned chair. - WATERFRONT ��• Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees (Homosassa)
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A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a built-in dishwasher. - WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees (Homosassa)
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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees

  • Come stay in this beautifully decorated, freshly remodeled home featuring a spacious and relaxing open floor plan with all new furniture throughout the house.

    Kayaks included! You can enjoy nature, fish and kayak right from the backyard.

    Scenic and Relaxing, Halls River Retreat is located in the coveted north end of Homosassa Springs, only minutes from the centers of Crystal River, Homosassa Springs and Old Homosassa.

    The Retreat is located on the Halls River, part of the Homosassa River, a pristine spring fed river where manatee come to give birth and relax away from the hustle and bustle of boat traffic on the main part of the river. It is a kayaker’s paradise.

    The Halls and Homosassa Rivers offer year round world class fishing opportunities - and are home to an abundance of wildlife in the water, on shore and in the air!

    AMENITIES and SPECIAL FEATURES

    Kayaks for Guest Use. Single and tandem

    Explore the unspoiled shores of the Halls River and the Homosassa River

    Incredible Fishing and a Nature Lover’s Paradise

    SWIM WITH THE MANATEE - Watch, get up-close, and swim with the Gentle Giants of Homosassa. Did you know that the waters of Citrus County (Homosassa and Crystal River) are the only place in the United States where you can legally swim with the manatee in the wild?

    Kayak alongside Emu Island Florida and enjoy the antics of a mob of rare blue-eyed white and blonde emus

    Screened room and a large outdoor deck overlook a spring fed canal where you can relax, fish and enjoy nature

    BBQ grill in screened porch

    Outdoor fire pit (we do not supply firewood)

    Wi-Fi to keep you connected during your stay

    Large fenced-in back yard

    This waterfront home is only minutes from shopping, the world famous Three Sisters Springs, Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park and Crystal River. It is only an hour’s drive to some of Florida’s best theme parks, zoo, museums and attractions!

    A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS. All of the nature photos on this page were taken either in the backyard or within a very short paddle from the Retreat.

    Amazing, breathtaking, and captivating moments and memories await you at Halls River Retreat in Homosassa Springs Florida.

    Prior to and throughout your stay, we are just a text or phone call away.

    Your host,

    Joanne

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • 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

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outdoors only. Must pick up butts.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,600 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

Check-out

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

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Of course we love kids!

Events

No events allowed
Wedding & Family events! Contact us for details.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outdoors only. Must pick up butts.

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: Wedding & Family events! Contact us for details.
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Homosassa, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park and Crystal River Archaeological State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Preserve State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking. Visit our Homosassa travel guide
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Homosassa, FL

What's nearby

  • A close-up of a manatee's head underwater.
    Crystal River Preserve State Park
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • A crocodile resting on a log in a water body with surrounding vegetation.
    Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
    3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • A manatee swimming underwater.
    Three Sisters Springs
    7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • A person paddleboarding on a clear river surrounded by dense vegetation and trees.
    Weeki Wachee Springs
    29 min drive - 45.7 km
  • A clear turquoise lake surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
    Rainbow Springs State Park
    39 min drive - 44.3 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    70 min drive

Restaurants

  • RaceTrac
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Michael Anthony's Pizza
    3 min drive
  • Grumpy Gator's
    4 min drive
  • Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WATERFRONT • Beautiful Inside and Out! Kayaker’s Paradise • Fishing • Manatees located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Crystal River Preserve State Park and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. Citrus County Dog Park and Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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