Title: Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat ## Photo gallery for Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87335500/87335402/3fc06d06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87335500/87335402/f59d4e7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87335500/87335402/9e341969.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87335500/87335402/c8858685.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87335500/87335402/d0cdf77b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat, nestled in a secluded area near Crystal River. Enjoy 300' of shoreline, a dock, and boat ramp for an immersive nature experience. Unwind at the outdoor retreat with ample seating, a quaint fire pit, and Stok grill accessories for the perfect BBQ. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat Summary: Professor Rousseau invites you to stay in his Fishing RV Retreat, one of several themed adventures awaiting special guests like you! This Private RV provides you a wonderful vacation atmosphere. We are in a secluded area, allowing you to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city and get in touch with nature. You’ll enjoy access to 300' of shoreline, a dock, and boat ramp. We welcome leashed furry friends at no additional cost! BEDS 1 Queen Bed 2 Futons The Space: Professor Rousseau had you in mind when designing your space. He insisted on comfortable furnishings that include a fully equipped RV kitchen and on-site laundry facilities to name a few. While Professor Rousseau was away on his most recent adventure, we converted his carport to a fabulous outdoor retreat complete with ample seating for all guests, a quaint fire pit, and a grill. We have provided you with many seating options to include Adirondack chairs surrounding the second wood-burning fire pit, dockside seating, plus your very own private seating area right outside your doors. Bring your boat, canoe, kayak, fishing equipment, binoculars, and camera! The sights and sounds are unlike anything you may have experienced both by day and night. All the wildlife here loves Professor Rousseau and you, his special guest! THE DIFFERENCE Professor Rousseau has a deep and personal commitment to you as his Guest to provide the highest standard of cleanliness. We will spend several hours between each stay to thoroughly clean and sanitize all surfaces. Guest Access: We have plenty of off-street parking for your vehicle, boat, canoes, or kayaks. We have a special parking area for boats and trailers. Please let us know if you will be bringing one so we may direct you to the parking area. The Neighborhood: Crystal River is best known as one of the few places in the world that vacationers may swim alongside the manatees in person during their winter refuge at Hunter Springs Park and Kings Bay. Hunter Springs Park features a sandy beach for swimmers, a kayak launch, a picnic area, plus a boardwalk for viewing manatees. Kings Bay also has a kayak launch, fishing pier, and three waterfront restaurants serving seafood, often fresh off the boat from the two waterfront fishing operations. Within a few blocks of these two iconic manatee hangouts are several incredible restaurants, cafes, and unique shopping venues on North Citrus Avenue. One of Professor Rousseau’s favorite places to shop and dine is Amy’s. Another City close by is Dunnellon. For those of you that have decided to launch your boat and travel to the Withlacoochee and Rainbow Rivers, two notable restaurants are the Blue Gator Tiki Bar and Swampy’s. Leave early to grab your boat parking spot during busy seasons! Check out the menus for these restaurants and more in your Fishing RV Retreat Home Book. Getting Around: If your idea of getting around includes a boat, kayak, or canoe, or if you enjoy fishing, you’ll love Professor Rousseau’s. Fish from our dock and utilize our fish cleaning station next to the shore. Launch your aquatic device from our private boat ramp or dock, and you’re on Lake Rousseau, a human-made 3,657-acre lake that offers incredible fishing opportunities. You'll find walleye, pike, smallmouth, and occasionally largemouth bass, year-round. Safety first! The lake is full of submerged stumps that provide cover for fish. Keep in mind high-speed boating may be dangerous. In your Fishing RV Retreat book, you will find a map of the boat pathway to the Withlacoochee and Rainbow Rivers which feeds our beautiful lake with water. The Rainbow River begins with a headspring basin that produces between 400-600 million gallons of freshwater per day. This river provides us with a glimpse of rare habitats full of a wide variety of fish, wildlife, plants, and looking-glass clear waters. If you would like access to the Gulf of Mexico several public boat ramps are available including one that is only a few miles away from your front door. Other Things to Note: Furnishings and accessories may vary. Interaction with Guests: Professor Rousseau believes that you are the most important person on earth during your stay as our guest. He understands that you may have questions or need something else, including recommendations for tours, dining, things to do, and places to see. Our team is committed to being available via the Airbnb app, or text. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything. It is Professor Rousseau’s goal that you are 100% satisfied with your stay and he looks forward to reading your 5-star review. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 637bccbd4c5a900049e14578 ## About the neighborhood Crystal River is home to Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat. Crystal River Watersports Marina and Citrus Springs Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River Preserve State Park. [Visit our Crystal River travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Crystal-River.dx6085423) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.02004%2C-82.58907&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Dc3QgqsovAorymVuKujYhMg6XyE=) Crystal River, FL ### What's nearby - ![Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) gazes contently, outside of Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976375781/7ed6d22c-0b98-42ac-bd1a-43a638023979.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Three Sisters Springs 20 min drive \- 12.1 miles - ![ Four Florida Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) swimming in the water at Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge in Florida, USA, a winter gathering site for manatees. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653966/1f7624c3-3efc-4937-8423-7451ada5c86e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge 21 min drive \- 12.6 miles - ![United States, Florida, Citrus County, Crystal River, Fisherman at sunset at Fort Island Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653956/8f88a314-5705-484d-8f7c-6e2479e33d31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Island Gulf Beach 38 min drive \- 23.8 miles - Lake Rousseau 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - World Equestrian Center – Ocala 40 min drive \- 33.3 miles ### Getting around - Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) 84 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 9 min drive - Circle K 16 min drive - Loft 6 min drive - The Pizza Joint Wood Fire Pies 6 min drive - Castaways bar and grill 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat? ## Have a question? 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