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Sweet Retreat! Gulf beaches, scalloping, manatees, theme parks, kayaking!

Savor fresh seafood at waterfront eateries or explore world-famous beaches nearby. Find your peaceful escape in this cozy retreat.
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Smart TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 491 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Room options

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About the area

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Homosassa, FL

What's nearby

  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 4 min drive
  • Homosassa Butterfly - 9 min drive
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 13 min drive
  • 7 Sisters Springs - 15 min drive
  • Three Sisters Springs - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sugarmill Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Twistee Treat Homosassa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sweet Retreat! Gulf beaches, scalloping, manatees, theme parks, kayaking!

This can be your seasonal retreat in beautiful Homosassa Springs, the scalloping capital of Florida! Come and relax in a super clean and quiet, two-bedroom one bath apartment delightfully decorated in the Florida coastal living style. You will find this area to be a true retreat from the hustle and bustle of the big city! It is located off the main thoroughfare but right in the heart of all the wonderful opportunities to enjoy fishing, exploring, major theme parks, beaches, dining and the countless other activities you expect to find on the west coast of Florida.
This is our own personal vacation retreat. We find our location to be a quiet, friendly area and are very comfortable when we visit. It is in the center of a residential community, and guests should respect that factor.
Homosassa Springs is replete with (and widely known for) adventures such as viewing manatees and other wildlife up close. Waterfront restaurants are abundant and (especially) the seafood is superb. You can spend the day at world-famous beaches as well as forested parks for walking and biking trails or private picnics. Weeki Wachee Springs is just a few miles away where you can take restful, scenic kayak trips and even see live mermaids. Disney World, Universal Studios, Busch Gardens, Sea World, and more are just a short road trip away. The minimum stay is three days. Internet and cable tv, bed and bath linens, and kitchen necessities are provided. There are three parking spaces per unit, with room to park a small boat.

PLEASE NOTE! You will be responsible for following the rules and policies regardless of whether you have read them. so please familiarize yourself with our information. This is a NON-SMOKING unit and NO Animals are allowed for the maximum benefit of all guests. NO EXCEPTIONS. If evidence of animals or smoking is discovered following your stay, a $250 fee will be assessed.

You are required to provide the driver’s license of the person renting the unit as well as any adult actually occupying the unit. Also required is the auto license along with the make, model and year of the car registered to the occupant. You will receive the door code upon arrival (pending receipt of driver and auto licenses.)

Owner will not be responsible for theft or loss of your personal property. Please secure your belongings and lock all doors upon exiting.

Property manager

Gary & Janis Russell

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 975 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Certified service dogs allowed with proof of cert.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Max guests 4 Comb of adults & children

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

World famous gulf beaches Manatee viewing fishing!
World famous gulf beaches Manatee viewing kayaking fishing!

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet Retreat! Gulf beaches, scalloping, manatees, theme parks, kayaking! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sweet Retreat! Gulf beaches, scalloping, manatees, theme parks, kayaking!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet Retreat! Gulf beaches, scalloping, manatees, theme parks, kayaking!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweet Retreat! Gulf beaches, scalloping, manatees, theme parks, kayaking! located?

This family-friendly Homosassa villa is located by the sea, 2 mi (3.1 km) from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum and Citrus County Dog Park. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park and Riverhaven Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Florida fun
Very relaxing and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb E., Southampton NJ USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Homosassa Florida Villa
My husband and I were very impressed with the cleanliness and all the extras provided with this home. The description of the property was accurate, the neighborhood was quiet and the location was within 15-20 minutes of everything we enjoyed doing. The owners were very accommodating and friendly and helpful. The price was very reasonable also. Thank you for letting us borrow you villa.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2022