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Experience Manatee Magic: Your Cozy Retreat Awaits!

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Nature Coast Cottage, your peaceful retreat in Homosassa Springs, offers Gulf Water access and a serene waterfront view from the Florida room or screened-in porch. Enjoy grilling at home with a full kitchen or explore nearby restaurants by car or boat. With paddleboards available for use, this Old Florida charmer is perfect for families and friends seeking quality time on the water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Experience Manatee Magic: Your Cozy Retreat Awaits!

Welcome to your oasis on the Nature Coast! This property features unimpeded Gulf Water access and is in the heart of Homosassa Springs. This home sits on a deep freshwater canal, where manatee, dolphin, mullet, and a variety of other wildlife will greet you.The home boasts both a Florida room and a screened in porch where you can enjoy the waterfront views. Many restaurants and activities are accessible by both car and boat, or you can enjoy grilling at home with all the amenities of a full kitchen. This home is a fisherman's dream. The extensive seawall and boathouse (lift not operational) offers three boat slips, making it ideal for families and friends looking to be the first to the scallop grounds. The interior of the home is full of Old Florida charm with an updated feel. Your family can spend all day on the water and come back to multiple showers, dual hot water heaters, and a fish cleaning station, making it perfect for everyone's needs. The home sleeps 9 comfortably and has multiple gathering spots, ideal for quality time on Florida's Nature Coast. Paddleboards are available for use to get a quieter experience with the freshwater springs. The surrounding community is peaceful for those in need of a retreat. Once you spend time at Nature Coast Cottage, you will find yourself returning for years to come! *There are two security cameras on site for protection of the home when not in use. They are located over the garage facing the driveway and in the boat house facing towards the water.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Only 2 boat trailers are authorized on the property.

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

About the neighborhood

Located in Homosassa, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park and Crystal River Archaeological State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Riverhaven Marina and A Crystal River Kayak Company. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Homosassa, FL

What's nearby

  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Citrus County Dog Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 14 min drive - 8.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crumps Landing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Freezer - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience Manatee Magic: Your Cozy Retreat Awaits! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Experience Manatee Magic: Your Cozy Retreat Awaits!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience Manatee Magic: Your Cozy Retreat Awaits!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Experience Manatee Magic: Your Cozy Retreat Awaits! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Riverhaven Marina and Citrus County Dog Park. Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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