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Canal-Front Home w/ Boat Dock in Crystal River

Entire home in Crystal River, FL

6 guests·3 bedrooms·2 bathrooms
5.0 · 23 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Screened canal patio invites al fresco meals and wildlife viewing.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Boat dock and kayaks bring adventure right from the backyard.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Crystal River access near beaches and nature activities for all.

Property details

At this Crystal River vacation rental, life is good and the living is easy! 'Live Bait' is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home that boasts over 1,700 square feet of living space with an unbeatable screened patio right by the canal. Enjoy access to a boat dock, kayaks, and more! It's the perfect spot for friends and family looking to get away for a while. Whether you're here to fish, search for manatees, explore nearby state parks, or lounge by Hunter Springs Park’s beach, 'Live Bait' is the place to be!

The space
Waterfront Views | Boat/Trailer Parking | Near Fishing Charters | 3 Mi to Beach | Pet Fee w/ Fee

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Screened patio, outdoor dining area, gas grill, water views, boat dock (20’ wide), 2 single kayaks, tandem kayak, front porch w/ lounge seating
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, open layout, 6-person dining table, ceiling fans, en-suite bathroom
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, coffee maker, toaster, stainless steel appliances
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heat, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, hangers, trash bags/paper towels, keyless entry
SUITABILITY: 3 exterior steps to enter
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Other things to note
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 3 exterior steps to enter

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 king Bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 queen Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

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Dennis

Lovely home on the water in Crystal River, FL

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January 2026

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was very clean which we appreciated. It was well stocked with almost everything we needed. The location works well for dropping in the kayaks, jumping on our bikes and driving into the Village of Crystal River. When we didn't feel like cooking, there are many options available, ranging from very casual to upscale. We liked this home so much, we have already booked for next year.

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Jeremy

Another awesome stay!

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September 2025

This is our 2nd time staying at this beautiful house! And it won't be our last! Very clean, situated perfectly on the canal for boat owners, and comfortable beds. It is obvious the owners have thought of everything to make one's stay very nice and comfortable.

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Kathy

Perfect getaway!

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July 2025

We enjoyed our stay for a long weekend with our family of six - our kids are ages 12-19. We loved kayaking from the back dock and enjoying coffee on the porch. Crystal River was such a fun place to visit. Our highlights were scalloping in the Gulf and enjoying the Three Sisters Springs by boat. Our favorite restaurants were Sellers Seafood and The Biscuit Barn! The house was comfortable, and our dog enjoyed being able to come with us. The location was nice - close to everything. Everything was as advertised. Nearest grocery store was Aldi and that worked for what we needed. Publix was not much farther away. The house was stocked with the basics. This was our first visit to Crystal River. We look forward to booking a stay here again in the near future.

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Deborah

Manatees in May

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May 2025

The house was great. Nice bathrooms and bedrooms. The grill was a bit disgusting so we cooked elsewhere. We had a lovely time on the canal/river in the kayaks, all accessories were provided in the garage. Went to the Homossa Springs Wildlife Refuge and saw 3 manatees there with an additional 5 in the river, which made my trip complete. Also took an airboat ride where we saw numerous dolphins, can't ask for more than that. The house is in a nice quiet neighborhood, the way we like it.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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