Places to stay near Fort Island Beach

Woodpecker Treehouse Retreat

Take some time for yourself and enjoy the treehouse, you will marvel at nature, you will be surrounded by beautiful birds of different types, explore the place just 10 minutes from Santos Trailhead and 35 from Rainbow Springs. After you finish visiting Ocala and seeing its incredible recreational areas, enjoy our hot tub with hydro massage, relax in our hanging mesh, gather around the fire pit and make s'mores. Our Treehouse promises the perfect blend of nature's tranquility and modern comfort!

Undebatable

This one bedroom house offers one queen bed and a pull-out sofa to sleep a total of 4 people. The house offers a private boat ramp, docks, and quick access to the gulf. Includes Wifi, 2TVs, washer/drier, fire pit, grill, coffee maker. Enjoy sunsets, nature walks, and fishing from the docks. Clean, Clean, Clean! EVERYTHING is washed after each guest including sheets, towels, All blankets, bed comforters, and even decorative pillow cases. All handles, knobs, remotes and shower are sanitized.

Waterfront Condo in Sawgrass Landing

A unique setting surrounded by palm trees and water with a boardwalk to your front door. This quiet location is canal front with views to the Salt River. The Gulf of Mexico is accessible via Crystal River located just across the Salt River from the condo. Wonderful seafood restaurants and activities, such as kayaking, snorkeling, swimming with the manatees, scalloping, biking, golfing, saltwater and freshwater fishing are all available nearby. A public beach is located 4 miles from the condo.

Retreat, waterfront condo/boat slip/pool

This exclusive complex offers old Florida charm. Raised boardwalks, pool, dock with boat slip, scallop cleaning station and abundance of wildlife to watch. Perfect for a couple, allows up to four. We offer breath taking sunrise and sunset floor to ceiling views. Kayaking, scalloping, birdwatching, fishing, golf and swimming with manatees are all available locally. Fantastic seafood restaurants, grocery stores, and shopping all close by. Come experience the best Crystal River has to offers

Ozello Keys Cottage on Crystal Bay

2/1 Ozello coastal cottage on stilts surrounded by nature, tranquility, and endless views of the water and estuary. Nature lovers paradise. World renowned fishing and scalloping. Regular dolphin and manatee sightings. Relax with the whole family on the large screened back porch providing gorgeous views of the Nature Coast and stunning sunrises over the salt marsh. The open floor plan opens up to a large screened porch with a dining and lounging space with private and expansive water views.

Retro Retreat, Waterfront,Kayaks,Boatslip

💦WATERFRONT HOME ON CANAL IN GREAT LOCATION. Use our KAYAKS to visit the MANATEES at 3 SISTERS and all the local springs. 🔴 BOAT SLIP for SCALLOPING! 🔴 POLES to fish right in the backyard. 🔴 1 man, 1 woman bicycles, fire pit table and grill. 🔵 UNIQUE RETRO RETREAT Vintage style fridge in fun, open concept kitchen, record player/records and comfy couch. We are close to everything... SWIMMING WITH MANATEES!! KAYAKING IN THE SPRING FISHING SCENIC/AIRBOATING SCALLOPING

Crystal River Tiny Cottage

Get away from it all! Our tiny cottage (The Lilly) is available only. These 2 cottages are located on 1 acre. Each cottage features a fenced back yard. Nestled between the cottages is the court yard. Hot tub pending repair. Layout: Studio style, 2 Lofts- storage & lounge. Well water, star link internet, Roku . Bring your boat(s)/ sxs/ atvs. We are located 15 mins to Lake Rousseau, Gulf, Three Sisters Springs, & Rainbow River. In the country.

Eco-Luxurious Lakefront haven (Fire pit & Hot Tub)

Experience the perfect blend of an eco-friendly retreat and modern luxury of our lakefront container home. Nestled in the heart of nature, this stylish oasis promises an unforgettable experience where you can immerse yourself amidst the beauty of the countryside without sacrificing comfort. Plus, delight in the opportunity to interact with our friendly farm animals, adding a touch of rural charm to your agritourism escape.

Yellow bird

Upon arrival read the local information guide I have written and start enjoying the “Nature Coast” of Florida. It is essential to read this to get the most from your trip. Use my kayaks and paddle over the manatees in Crystal River, fish the gulf for saltwater or freshwater fishing at Lake Rousseau, and take a leisurely paddle down the Rainbow River in Dunnellon. Kayaks are on a trailer that has a 1 7/8-inch ball.