House in Homosassa, FL
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
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About this house rental
One of a kind rental, because it is on a canal off the headsprings of the Homosassa River. Swim with the manatees very near the house in the winter months. They gather in the clear waters just 300 yards away, a short kayak paddle, and kayaks included. The water is always 72 degrees so don't let the cold air scare you off, it is quite pleasant. You are also allowed a 10% discount at Bird's Underwater Dive Center who manages the house. You can take a tour with them on the Crystal River with your discount or they will loan you masks and snorkels if you would rather go it alone from the house. This clean, popular house has been a rental unit for 11 years and many people return very good reviews. The Homosassa Springs State Park is across the street and over a short footbridge. There are two docks, you can fish, or sit and enjoy a fire on the LP gas burning fire pit. This is the Only vacation rental unit in Homosassa within 300 yards of the clear freshwater springs. Two-night minimum stay. Screened-in back porch overlooking the canal. Spacious backyard with banana, grapefruit, and fig trees. Canal has direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Lots of unique waterfront restaurants that specialize in fresh seafood in this little old Florida town.
Paddle to the clear freshwaters of Homosassa River outside of the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, see their website. Manatees gather 300 yards from the house to winter in 72-degree water. You may swim with manatees. House owned by Bird's Underwater Dive Center, see the website, who will rent you necessary snorkel gear and explain rules of engagement with manatees.
Great swimming in summer. Great fishing. Walk to state park two blocks away to view manatees and other indigenous animals.
Keywords: Waterfront House
Paddle to the clear freshwaters of Homosassa River outside of the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, see their website. Manatees gather 300 yards from the house to winter in 72-degree water. You may swim with manatees. House owned by Bird's Underwater Dive Center, see the website, who will rent you necessary snorkel gear and explain rules of engagement with manatees.
Great swimming in summer. Great fishing. Walk to state park two blocks away to view manatees and other indigenous animals.
Keywords: Waterfront House
Amenities at Snorkel with the Manatees in Your Back Yard - Kayaks Included
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Homosassa, FL
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Everything at the cottage was fine, as usual. We always enjoy our stay there.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
This was excellent place to stay. Location, Kayaks, saw lots of Manatees. We didnt want go home. Thank you so much.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
We had a fantastic time at their home. We especially loved sitting on our dock watching the fish and the sunrise and sunset. The absolute best part was being able to kayak right out of our backyard down the canal to see all the manatees! Snorkeling with birds underwater is something everyone must experience! We had a great time and would love to return sometime!
6 / 10Average·Nov 2025
Our family of four stayed in this home in later November. Here are our Pros and Cons of this property:PROSClean, Good Location. Fun State Park walking distance down the street. Kayaks and canal out back. Screened in porch. Working fans.CONSA/C did not work. While the management team was very responsive in trying to have it fixed and credited us 10% back for the trouble. It did not get fixed in time and the house was very hot at night even with the fans. Part of the issue is none of the windows have screens so we could not open the windows (due to bugs). Made it difficult to sleep.The house needs some TLC. While clean it could use updating. Such as the bathroom towels were fraying and washcloths had holes in them. No complete set of dishes for 4 people and many of the bowls were chipped.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(179 Ratings)
"Everything at the cottage was fine, as usual. We always enjoy our stay there."
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