The location was awesome. We were close to stores, restaurants, and parks. The property manager was great about checking to see if we were able to clear tv issues. The only problem was the cleaning crew wasnt very thorough in certain areas.
It was wonderful! Weâll definitely e back for another visit. We especially enjoyed the location of this rental & the use of the kayaks. We were very close to manatee viewing and were able to enjoy them every day we were here. This rental had everything we needed.
The kicthen and living room was very dirt, under the couch has a lot dust, the glass windows was very dirty. There were huge cockroaches on top of the kitchen sink at night. Upstairs rooms were clean.
The property was centrally located and it was easy to get to local attractions and grocery stores. However, everything in the place could use an update. The shower was filthy and still had hair in the drain and there was trash and food remnants left in the kitchen. Things were not labeled outside so we werenât sure what kayaks to use and the neighbors let their dogs run free (not an issue for us but certainly something to note).
We loved our stay in Crystal River. We visited to see manatees and were not disappointed - the property is a very short kayak from Three Sisters springs and had a lovely time kayaking and swimming with manatees.We had a couple of small issues which Pete dealt with quickly and he was also very responsive to our questions.
Had a great weekend! Definitely book a snorkel adventure through River Ventures and see the Manatees. Eli and Captain Garrett were great guides, and the Seafood Seller is delish! This was a May trip, so we only saw about 6. Captain said there will be 60-80 in the bay in January! We may plan a winter vacation to return and see more. This property was conveniently located and right on the water for easy kayak access. The property has lots of bath towels, (bring your own beach towels), and only a few cooking utensils and dishes, but we ate out anyway. I apparently misread the provisions, so bring along a hair dryer! If you forget anything there is a Sav-a-lot grocery, and Dollar General just down the street (but they close at 8pm.)Host was pleasant and owner was very responsive to email. You'll get to visit with little dog Poppy from next door and she loves to play tug of rope! Book today!
We had the greatest time as a family. This little condo was a great location. This was the first time any of us had been to the Crystal River area and we loved it and will be back again. Our host Pete was awesome and even made a point to meet us in person before we left. We had a wonderful visit and fell in love with the area.
The location was everything and then some! Close to all amenities in town and the springs. A comment on the listing, it didnât mention the laundry was coin operated but they worked well. We didnât use the kayaks so I canât comment on them. The outdoor patio furniture was also not listed but a great bonus! The place worked well for us and we are already planning our next trip and plan to stay here. Thanks so much Pete
Overall, it was a good place to stay. We would love to stay again because the location is perfect! When paddle boarding from your backyard is minutes away from three sister Springs and the island where everyone swims and hangs out itâs perfect when you donât have a boat! The only 2 negatives we have are the beds are very worn and I would suggest hiring a new cleaning company because it wasnât very clean however we still had a great time.
Great getaway. House was clean and met our needs. Kayak launch and bikeable neighborhood was huge plus! Plenty to do in the water and in nearby town. Definitely will be back!
Not too fancy, but nice and homey. Great location. You share a building with three other condos, but the folks were friendly and youâre only down the canal from the Springs.
Only downside was the kayaks need some maintenance, but they got us where we wanted to go!
We are minimalists leaving on a boat and so staying at Peteâs condo was a treat for us, knowing that we would be a few paddles away from three sisters springs. Not only were we able to swim with a manatee from a distance being careful to not harass, We were able to see manatees off of Peteâs dock!
Pete Vega Manatee Property Mgmt, Our new family lives just outside of Orlando which is approximately 1.5 hours from Crystal River. We are all Florida natives; Pete grew up in Inverness which is the town next to our vacation condos and why we chose Crystal River. We like the laid back sleepy little town feel and fell in love with the areas springs, specifically Three Sisters. What started as a weekend get a way has turned into a wonderful place we are happy to share.
We chose Crystal River because I grew up close to the springs and remember swimming in them as a kid. I enjoyed frequent field trips and summer camps to see the manatees and swim in the springs. My first scuba trip was in King Springs, around the corner from our place. We hope you enjoy the area as much as we have....
Although the City officials do not want visitors for less than 90 nights and has outlawed vacation rentals, our property is Grandfathered in. Crystal River is a quiet little town with plenty to offer. The springs are beautiful and less than a 2 minute paddle from our dock. On any given morning you can see manatees and dolphin swim by our dock, boat or paddle to waterfront restaurants and enjoy the nature preserve in Kings Bay. A 7 mile scenic boat ride takes you to the Gulf of Mexico where there is fantastic fishing, nature viewing and in the summer, scallop harvesting. You will enjoy near by Homosassa Wildlife Park and Indian burial grounds which leave a lot to explore. Golf courses, bike/hiking trails close will allow for an active vacation if desired.