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A SLICE OF "OLD FLORIDA" AMONG GRANDFATHER OAKS.

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61698 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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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.

A SLICE OF "OLD FLORIDA" AMONG GRANDFATHER OAKS.

A meandering drive through 5 acres of tropical flora, large oaks draped with Spanish moss, and the calming sound of water falling into a spring-fed pond are some first impressions of this magical place of vanishing “Old Florida”. The home is reminiscent of a French Colonial tropical home, beautifully appointed with rattan and Tommy Bahama furnishings. A salt-water pool and relaxing hot tub is as refreshing as the nature surrounding you. Top off the day by swimming with the gentle Manatees in the Springs of the Crystal River…. Or you may want to spend the day at nearby Gulf beaches or fish in the many waterways. This area is appropriately named “The Nature Coast” for the many encounters with nature it provides. Plenty of flower and fern gardens are on the property as well as citrus in season. Abundant fresh seafood is a mainstay here, either caught by you or in one of many fine restaurants. Relax in the evening sitting on the front porch and listening to the tropical sounds of nature… imagine yourself in the most exotic place in the world. Perfect romantic getaway or solo retreat!
*** NOTE: Our nightly base rate is for four people. Each additional guest is $35 per night per guest.
*** ALSO: We have an on-site host who is available, if needed. Otherwise, she will remain very low profile to ensure your privacy.
*** ONE MORE THING: The water on the property is a self-contained pond, no ocean access.

Property manager

Joy Keen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,698 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Base price is for two guests. Each additional guest after first two is $35 per guest per night.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Slice "old Florida" Among Grandfather Oaks Crystal River
Slice "old Florida" Among fat
A Slice OF "old Florida" Among Grandfather Oaks
A SLICE OF "OLD FLORIDA" AMONG GRANDFATHER OAKS. Crystal River

About the neighborhood

Located in Crystal River, this vacation home is by the sea. Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Perserve State Park Eco-Walk. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Hunter Spring Park - 11 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast Station - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A SLICE OF "OLD FLORIDA" AMONG GRANDFATHER OAKS. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A SLICE OF "OLD FLORIDA" AMONG GRANDFATHER OAKS. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A SLICE OF "OLD FLORIDA" AMONG GRANDFATHER OAKS.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A SLICE OF "OLD FLORIDA" AMONG GRANDFATHER OAKS.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A SLICE OF "OLD FLORIDA" AMONG GRANDFATHER OAKS. located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Crystal River Perserve State Park Eco-Walk and within 3 mi (5 km) of Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and Crystal River Preserve State Park. A Crystal River Kayak Company and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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A SLICE OF "OLD FLORIDA" AMONG GRANDFATHER OAKS. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

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

Great Stay

Very well appointed- perfect get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

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

A little piece of paradise

Family trip to enjoy fun in the sun, including downtime at the house as well as outings to hike, see manatees, visit beaches and more. Great for up to three couples or a family trip. Clean, spacious place with updated amenities but an “old Florida” feel. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cher b.

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

Amazingly peaceful

We loved our stay here. Our caretaker was the best!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Gorgeous, Comfortable Home Away from Home

We thoroughly enjoyed staying in this super comfortable home. The grounds are just beautiful. The hot tub and pool inside the screened enclosure were my favorite aspects of this home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMber j.

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

lovely

Enjoyed our stay! Will return if we are ever in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice respite

Lovely property! Nice respite away from the crowds during a busy Homossassa scalloping weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Peaceful getaway

Absolutely beautiful property, inside and out. Got a quick tour as we arrived. Kids loved the pool and hot tub. I loved the outside couch relaxing with a coffee listening to the waterfall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee W.

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

Fantastic Property and Host

I recently booked this property for a work trip, and we had a great experience from start to finish. Maria was so helpful and welcoming, she even had baked treats for us when we arrived. The property is one of the more unique ones I have stayed at, and was a great home base to come back to every night. We will be staying here if we are back in the area in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Peace at its best

We spent 3 days here and its was amazing. The place is beautiful and you are away from all the noise and craziness of the city. Maria is the caretaker and lives inside but you never see her after checking in. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

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

Great stay!

We loved our stay! Our girls loved fishing in the pond as well as swimming in the pool and hot tub! The property was so cool and we literally felt like we were away from everything. The kitchen was well stocked! We enjoyed the springs nearby and grilling out our fresh catch from our fishing trip. Would return if we are ever back in the area. Maria was also super helpful and always available if we needed her.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Peaceful

Had a wonderful stay here with peaceful, quiet and beautiful surroundings. Maria was so helpful and informative and a pleasure to talk with. Would definitely revisit this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Carmen M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Crystal river visit

Confortable Decor a bit dated the artificial plants and some decor a bit dusty
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

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

Great Place

Beautiful place on a large lot. No like the "cookie cutter " houses we usually rent that are all the same. This one was unique. Less than 10 minutes to a beautiful beach. Maria the host was extremely helpful, there when we arrived and when we needed something she was there in minutes !!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

What a place!

From the start, this property was everything we could have hoped for. Quiet, private (even with property manager on location). Maria was helpful and responded quickly to messages. Owners were also super responsive. House was well stocked and clean. We cannot wait to go back! Already looking at our calendar!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Amazing!

Just as wonderful as the first time! We loved every bit of our stay. One suggestion would be to stock some card and board games. We had to run back out to purchase our own set. Also, please make sure you bring bug spray. There’s enough mosquitos to carry you away outside the screened area. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mama M.

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

Charming low-country cottage shouldn't be missed!

This quirky, delightful house was an ideal "home base" for our group of 3 couples. Upon our arrival, we were greeted by Maria, who lives on-site (in a different house), and she gave us a tour of the space and pointed out all the amenities (including balloons, as two of us were celebrating birthdays!). The next day, after a before-dawn snorkeling tour with the resident manatees, we warmed up in the hot tub, then spent a lazy, wonderful day playing cards on the lanai, napping on the porch, and watching wildlife in the garden and pond. We'd definitely like to come back for a longer stay!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

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

We will be back...

Despite being located a bit off the beaten path, we decided to spend our latest wedding anniversary at the Hideaway, and we are so glad we did! The grounds are beautiful, the house incredibly well appointed (including DirectTV in all rooms), comfortable and roomy and the kitchen big enough to prepare food for a large dinner party. But our favorite part of the property was the screened in patio area, which includes a pool, hot tub and front porch. Thanks to the spacious, soothing sauna, the refreshingly cool pool and the relaxing porch (perfect for midday naps with no bugs!), we barely left the place all weekend! Maria was incredibly helpful and attentive, always around if you needed her but never once intruding on our solitary getaway. Not only will we recommend the Hideaway to everyone we know, we’re already planning to book our return trip next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charlie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Paradise

The home was gorgeous and well appointed. The trees, pond, and plants around the property made it feel like a tropical paradise. The waterfall sealed the deal. The pool was so nice and cold and the hot tub was perfect for relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

vicki h., Ashe County, North Carolina

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

Peaceful Retreat

Lovely and unique property. Best of old Florida. We loved the porch looking out on the pond and waterfall for our morning coffee. Very comfortable beds and furniture. High end kitchen gear - obviously not furnished as a rental. Close to many of Floridas natural clear springs. I would happily return and can recommend without reservation.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Happy 100th Crystal River

Comfortable home in beautiful "old" Florida. House was well stocked above and beyond what is normally provided in a rental. Maria, the property manager, was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Fantastic stay

Beautiful property and great experience from booking through the stay. Had everything we needed and then some.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Always a peaceful and charming place to stay.

This was our third time staying; I swear this house is a balm for the soul. Everything is so well thought out to may you feel at home right away. Joy and Maria are best of class when it comes to hosting.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles H., Nokomis FL

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

Outstanding from Start to Finish

Joy, was very nice to work with from beginning to end. Maria, their onsite manager was there to greet us and we never saw her again.... unless it was me tracking her down for a question. The house, the property, the jacuzzi, the pool were awesome. Giant master suite with a GIANT master tub. Great, great place to just sit, unwind and relax. Will visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

2nd time, still magic

I almost want to keep what a great place this is a secret, but the property, the owner and Maria the property manager are so great I feel everyone should know. This jewel is hidden from the world, but still close to what you need. The home is well stocked with everything you to cook a meal plus all the extra touches like shampoo, body wash, cleaning supplies, etc. If you want to escape the world, this is your home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

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