Private River Escape! Waterfront Home. The Backyard Manatee Club. | House in Homosassa

4 Bedroom House in Homosassa
4/2 Riverfront vacation rental located on the Homosassa River in Homosassa, Florida.
Perfect for large families or families vacationing together.
River and water lovers would be hard pressed to find a place that is as unique and fun as this property. When we started renting the property in July of 2019, we did so with hopes of connecting to families and sharing our passion for the river, the wildlife and the serenity the springs have to offer. The feedback from our guests has been amazing and knowing we’re building future nature lovers and fans of the Homosassa River gives us great pride.
-- Family perfect!
-- 200 + feet of Riverfront
-- Decks galore
-- Fire pits with firewood included.
-- Waterslide into private lagoon
-- Clear shallow river, low boat traffic
-- Neighbors the Homosassa Wildlife Park (you’ll feel like you’re staying in the park!)
-- 600 square foot raised deck provides amazing views.
-- 400 square foot river deck offers additional private area for gathering and meals.
-- Boat dock available (if your plans including bringing your own boat - See BOAT CLEARANCE requirements below)
-- 4 Kayaks and 2 Stand-up Paddle Boards to use
-- No canals, only fresh spring fed river to enjoy!
Situated near the headwaters of the Homosassa River, the property features over 200 feet of riverfront on nearly an acre of land, a private lagoon and a water slide for young and old alike.
The house features two wings that share a large common area in between. This allows large families or multiple families to vacation together yet still have their own space. A substantial butcher block table counter provides seating for up to 10 and multiple tables and chairs are available on the screened porch, large deck and patio.
The home features a 600 square foot raised outdoor deck that provides breathtaking views of the riverfront and is the perfect platform for outdoor cooking and gathering. A gas grill and propane are provided for your convenience.
A water level patio provides shade and a great place to enjoy meals at the water’s edge.
The clear shallow spring-fed river (72 degrees year-round) allows for great snorkeling and viewing of schools of fish and of course, manatee! In season, manatee are routinely seen in the backyard and the rental includes 4 kayaks and 2 SUP (Standup Paddleboards) for exploring the river and exploring the springs.
Spend evenings around your choice of 2 available fire pits, one which can be enjoyed from the backyard patio and the other near the river's edge for a more rustic experience.
The property also features a private boatwell that can accommodate boats up to 25 feet in length comfortably.
**Master Bedroom#1: King Bed
**Master Bedroom#2: King Bed
**Bedroom 3: Queen Bed
**Bedroom 4: Double Bed
***There is a single day bed that can accommodate the 9th guest is necessary.
-------------------MINIMUM STAY REQUIREMENTS-----------------------
Minimum stay requirements vary throughout the year. Discounts for stays of longer than 7 days are also available.
***Bridge Clearance for Boats***
The property’s location on the springs is protected by a low bridge. If you have a boat that has a T-top or fixed top you will not be able to access the property from the waterway. Low clearance boats are the only means to accessing this property via water. Depending on tide, you will need an air draft (distance from the water line to the highest point on boat, including antennas) of less than 80”. On an average day, the bridge clearance ranges from 72” to 80”. Please inquire if you need additional information
*NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras, all facing out away from the house. They do not look into interior spaces.
Policies:
- No fireworks
- No smoking indoors.
- Pets. Please contact us for a copy of "Common Sense Pet Rules".
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Please reach out to Owners for long term stays or if calendar does not show availability
- Guests on the property are limited to 9 including adults(6) and children(3).
- Rental Agreement must be signed and returned to complete reservation.
Private River Escape! Waterfront Home The Backyard Manatee Club is located in Homosassa. Private River Escape! Waterfront Home The Backyard Manatee Club provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Private River Escape! Waterfront Home The Backyard Manatee Club has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Homosassa has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Homosassa, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: no unlisted guests w/o prior approval. onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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