The Floaty Potato

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS Rest easy after a day of Florida fun! With 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, there's room for the whole crew. • Primary Suite: King bed, ensuite bathroom with jetted tub, Smart TV and direct pool access • Bedroom 2: King bed and Smart TV • Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds with twin trundles, child-size fold-out chair and Smart TV TRAVELING WITH LITTLE FLOATERS? We've thought of the little things so you can pack a little less! • Highchair, baby monitor, pack-n-play, BPA-free dishes, sippy cup, bib and children's books • Autism/Sensory-friendly items available upon request: body sock, weighted blanket, sensory fidgets, peanut ball, tumble mat and noise-reducing headphones (message host to request. No additional fee). KITCHEN, COFFEE & DINING Whether you're cooking your fresh catch or fueling up for a day of adventure, we've got you covered! • Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances • Crockpot, griddle, toaster, blender and tea kettle • Stocked coffee station with a generous starter supply of K-cups, ground coffee, tea, cocoa, sugar, cinnamon, creamer and honey • 4 dining spaces: kitchen nook (4), breakfast bar (2), dining table (8) and covered patio (4) INDOOR COMFORTS & FAMILY FUN Rain or shine, the fun doesn't stop! • Open-concept living area with Smart TV and coastal decor • High-speed WiFi and dedicated workspace with desk and office chair • Ping-pong table, basketball arcade and family board games • Furniture covers available for furry friends and little hands YOUR OUTDOOR OASIS A few extra details about your backyard paradise: • Solar pool heating included year-round (water temperature depends on weather) • Pool Toys and Floats • Optional electric pool heating/cooling for $55/night • Covered patio with outdoor dining • Outdoor kitchen equipped with grill, sink and mini fridge • Floating and stationary docks • Fish-cleaning station • Fenced backyard • Cornhole, sidewalk chalk, sports balls ADVENTURE GEAR — INCLUDED WITH YOUR STAY! We've stocked the gear so you can spend less time packing and more time playing! • 3 adult fishing kayaks and 1 youth kayak • 1 paddleboard • Adult and child-size life jackets • 3 adult fishing rods and 1 youth rod • Starter fishing tackle • 2 adult bikes, 1 tandem bike and 1 youth bike • Large garage refrigerator for fresh fish, scallops, drinks and extra groceries Beach day essentials: Your beach bag comes with sand toys and a beach blanket, plus 2 beach chairs, a large cooler and a wagon to haul everything. EXCLUSIVE GUEST PERKS — THE DETAILS! . • Manatee swim tours • Clear-kayak adventures • Snorkeling and river cruises • Wildlife pontoon excursions • Inshore fishing and scalloping charters • Airboat Rides Our complimentary digital Guest Guide also includes restaurant recommendations, local gems, tour information and a ready-to-go 4-day Crystal River itinerary (with or without kids). YOUR WATERFRONT RETREAT IS ALL YOURS Guests enjoy private access to the entire home, screened-in heated pool, fenced backyard, outdoor kitchen, floating and stationary docks, kayaks, paddleboard, fishing gear, bikes and boat lift. Bring your own boat or rent one locally and make The Floaty Potato your home base for exploring Crystal River and the Gulf! Please note: There are multiple steps required to enter the home. Boat-lift use requires prior approval and a separate agreement. 🪸 Getting in Touch During Your Stay We want your stay at The Floaty Potato to be nothing short of 5 stars — calm, carefree, and full of memories worth floating about! . For a lockout, please message us right away. There’s a backup key in the lockbox outside, and we’ll guide you through accessing it. If you ever experience a true emergency (such as power loss or water issues), that number is listed in the Welcome Binder on the kitchen counter. Our goal is to make your stay feel effortless, welcoming, and worthy of five sparkling stars! Tucked near the end of a quiet dead-end street, The Floaty Potato offers peace, privacy, and convenience. Just 0.3 miles to the public boat ramp and walking distance to Crystal River Watersports — where you can swim with manatees, snorkel, scallop, or even try mermaid training! Stroll to The Biscuit Barn for a hearty Southern breakfast, or take a short drive to downtown Crystal River, Three Sisters Springs, and Hunter Springs for dining, shopping, and natural beauty. While a car makes exploring Crystal River easiest, The Floaty Potato is perfectly positioned for both on-foot and on-water adventures. Walk to local tours, breakfast spots, and the nearby boat ramp, or drive just minutes to downtown. Feeling floaty? Kayak from the house to Three Sisters Springs or Hunter Springs—a scenic half-day paddle—or drive, rent, or launch from Pete’s Pier, Crystal River Kayak, or Hunter Springs for a shorter trip on the water. GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK We want your Floaty Potato getaway to be full of adventure, relaxation and great memories! Because this is a waterfront home with a pool, docks, adventure gear and optional extras, here are a few important things to know before booking. BIG FAMILIES WELCOME! We do NOT charge more based on the number of guests within our approved occupancy. Whether you're bringing 2 guests or the whole crew, the nightly rate stays the same! HEATED POOL Solar pool heat is included year-round at no additional charge. Want an extra boost? Optional electric pool heating/cooling is available for $45/night and should be requested in advance. The electric heat pump operates during daytime hours and relies on outdoor air temperatures. Our goal is approximately 80–85°F in winter and 85–90°F in summer, but unusually cold or hot weather can affect performance, so exact water temperatures cannot be guaranteed. Pool heating may take 24–72 hours to reach the desired temperature, so please request it in advance whenever possible. BRINGING A BOAT? Our boat lift is available to guests at NO additional charge! Bring your own boat or rent one locally and enjoy easy access to Crystal River's waterways and the Gulf. A separate boat-lift agreement must be completed before use. DON'T BE A SILLY SPUD — WATER SAFETY The best part of The Floaty Potato is being right on the water! With a pool, canal, docks, kayaks and paddleboard, children must be actively supervised around all water areas. • Pool-access doors have child-safety locks • An in-pool alarm is available • Children must be accompanied by an adult on the docks • Life jackets are provided in multiple sizes • Kayaks and paddleboard are for daylight use only • Pool and dock surfaces can be slippery when wet • Please avoid alcohol while swimming or paddling Detailed equipment and safety instructions are provided before your stay. BIKES Guest bikes include 2 adult bikes, a tandem bike and a youth bike. Our tandem is a little like a manatee dance — adorable, but it takes coordination! Helmets are NOT provided, so please bring your own if you plan to ride. BRINGING YOUR FURRY SPUD? Well-behaved dogs are welcome with prior approval. • Dogs only — no cats due to owner allergies • Maximum of 2 approved dogs • Combined dog weight limit of 110 lbs • Dogs must be kenneled when left unattended • Kennels in multiple sizes are provided • Bowls, leash, kennel mat, paw-cleaning supplies, waste bags and scoopers are available • Couch covers are required if dogs are on furniture • Please clean up after your pup Our fenced backyard makes traveling with your four-legged family member easier. All pet owners must complete our pet agreement. Legitimate service animals are welcomed in accordance with applicable law and are not charged a pet fee. CLEAN, GREEN & THOUGHTFUL . The property is also professionally serviced for pests. A LITTLE FLORIDA REALITY Waterfront Florida comes with incredible wildlife — and occasionally some very tiny wildlife, too! No-see-ums and other insects may occasionally appear near the canal, especially around dusk. Professional pest service helps, but no treatment can completely eliminate naturally occurring outdoor insects. Repellent, patio fans, keeping doors closed and covering up while fishing around dusk usually help. PRIVACY & SECURITY The backyard is fenced and the pool/patio area is screened. Outdoor security cameras monitor ONLY the front entrance and canal areas for guest and property security. There are NO cameras overlooking the pool, grassy backyard or covered patio areas. GUEST PORTAL & AGREEMENTS The responsible adult listed on the reservation must complete our rental agreement and ID verification through the secure Guest Portal. Depending on your stay, additional agreements may be required for boat-lift or pet use. The Guest Portal is also where you can request optional extras, including: • Electric pool heating/cooling — $55/night • Pet stays • Early check-in, when available • Late checkout, when available • Boat-lift use ONE LAST SPLASH Once the details are handled, it's time for the fun part! Swim, paddle, fish, explore the springs and keep an eye on the canal — you never know when a manatee or dolphin might cruise past The Floaty Potato. Now go make some memories, reel in the good times and enjoy your Florida adventure!