House in Crystal River, FL
12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this house rental
HEATED POOL!!!
Manatee Palace is a spacious waterfront residence located directly on Kings Bay within the Crystal River Manatee Sanctuary — one of the few places in the United States where guests can legally swim with wild manatees. Kayaks and paddle boards are provided, allowing direct access to Three Sisters Springs and the surrounding waters. Manatees are present year-round, with peak season from November through early April. The property also serves as an excellent base during scallop season.
The home features four bedrooms with king beds, including a generous upstairs master suite overlooking the river, and comfortably sleeps 10-12. Guests enjoy a private heated pool available year-round, a fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, high-speed Wi-Fi, central air conditioning, outdoor grilling, and plentiful parking. A private dock is available for those bringing their own boat.
Situated in a peaceful section of the sanctuary, the residence is only a short distance from local restaurants and shops.
FINE PRINT, 6/15 to 8/15 3 night minimum. ALSO, pricing is for 5 guests ONLY, additional 125 pp per night. Visitors only with the owner's permission; no parties allowed.
Manatee Palace is a spacious waterfront residence located directly on Kings Bay within the Crystal River Manatee Sanctuary — one of the few places in the United States where guests can legally swim with wild manatees. Kayaks and paddle boards are provided, allowing direct access to Three Sisters Springs and the surrounding waters. Manatees are present year-round, with peak season from November through early April. The property also serves as an excellent base during scallop season.
The home features four bedrooms with king beds, including a generous upstairs master suite overlooking the river, and comfortably sleeps 10-12. Guests enjoy a private heated pool available year-round, a fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, high-speed Wi-Fi, central air conditioning, outdoor grilling, and plentiful parking. A private dock is available for those bringing their own boat.
Situated in a peaceful section of the sanctuary, the residence is only a short distance from local restaurants and shops.
FINE PRINT, 6/15 to 8/15 3 night minimum. ALSO, pricing is for 5 guests ONLY, additional 125 pp per night. Visitors only with the owner's permission; no parties allowed.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Crystal River, FL
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
The property is truly a palace! We had the BEST vacation here. The sunsets over the bay were incredible, and the huge pool is amazing. The house is massive and had all the comforts of home away from home, but way more luxurious! Andrew was extremely kind and easy to communicate with. He went out of his way to make sure our stay was exceptionally pleasant. It was the perfect location for us to explore Crystal River, Rainbow Springs, Homosassa, and Weeki Wachee, but the house itself is an attraction. If we are ever back in the area and it’s still up for rent, we would stay again in a heartbeat!
8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
Beautiful location on Crystal River. Outside of the house could use a little loving care but I understand since we saw it was up for sale. With that said, the inside is spacious for a big family and is centrally located near many restaurants on the water or inland. Andrew was right on it when we needed some help, even though it was a holiday week-end.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Very nice and clean house, with an amazing outdoor area on the water. Would definitely recommend staying here
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
An amazing property. Keep saying to my family this is a million dollar view. Andrew the owner is great and always available. Everything was absolutely perfect. You just don’t see Manatees, we had a dolphin come right up to us on the property and it winked at my entire family. Thank you Andrew for a great experience my only regret that it was too short.
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10Outstanding
(34 Ratings)
"The property is truly a palace! We had the BEST vacation here. The sunsets over the bay were incredible, and the huge pool is amazing. The house is massive and had all the comforts of home away from h..."
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