The Salty Pelican - Waterfront, Pool home.

Come get Salty!!! Swim with Manatees & Be a Mermaid! Visit Crystal River and experience all there is to do here! See all the places as shown in the Netflix series "Merpeople". From Weeki Wachee to MerTailor, there is something for everyone's dream of being a mermaid and swimming with manatees. Lots of fun filled activities for the whole family, fishing, kayaking, scalloping, hiking, biking, dining, shopping. There is literally something for everyone to enjoy! Bring your boat, our use our kayaks and paddleboards to explore the area. There is a boat ramp located just 3 minutes from the property. We guarantee you will not be disappointed!

LOOK NO FURTHER! One of the longest standing vacation rentals in the area with over 250+ reviews! Newly renovated and updated! If this home is booked please check our other property for availability. VRBO # 2457732.

WANT TO START YOUR VACATION EARLY?
If our calendar allows for and early arrival, we can change your check in time to 12 noon for only $150.00. Get in early, settle in, do a grocery run, or just start your vacation early! Contact us for more info.

This cute newly renovated costal inspired 3(*) bedroom, 2 bath home is the perfect for your family vacation! Enjoy the coziness, yet open floor plan of this home the minute you step inside. Take a dip in the screened in saltwater heated pool anytime of day. Bistro lights across pool makes for a perfect ambiance to enjoy swimming, grilling at night with the family. You will love the convince of docking your boat and having your own private pool all right outside. It doesn't get any better than this!

Upon walking into the open and tastefully decorated living and dining area you will be drawn to the large picture window looking out to the pool and canal area. The kitchen is stocked with cookware and dishes for a great family meal. The live edge wood dining has seating for 6 guest and an additional two bar stools at the kitchen peninsula. The guest bedroom and master have comfortable beds for a good nights sleep after a fun day in the Florida sun. While our 3rd (*) bedroom/den contains a twin over full trundle bed, perfectly suited for children. (** Please note 3rd bedroom/den has no door. **) Wi-Fi and basic cable TV are included. All bedrooms and enclosed patio have TV's. A hall bath and master en suite round out the spaces in the home.

An inviting enclosed patio with comfortable patio furniture and a smart TV is the perfect space for a morning coffee or afternoon drink. Easily watch the children play in the pool or fish of the dock while staying in the shade. Feel like getting wet? Our relaxing crystal clear blue screened in pool is the perfect spot to cool off after a hot day or to take a warm dip in the winter. Heated (electric) in the winter months and salt chlorinated!
We provide kayaks & paddleboards for our guest to explore all the wonderful nature around Crystal River. Try your hand at fishing right off the dock out back as well. You will find the charcoal grill & fishing rods in the shed out back. The entire back and side yards are fenced in.
There is also a finished-in garage with access to the washer and dryer, and there is plenty of room in the driveway for two vehicles and a boat trailer. Please note, there is no parking in the garage, grass, or street.

Manatee and Dolphin come up to the dock frequently to visit. Sail-fin Catfish, Sheepshead, trout, Red Snapper, Snook and Red fish are some the fish that can be found in the area. To see or catch them for sure we recommend a tour or fish charter. Boat rentals are also available at nearby Twin Rivers Marina or Plantation-Inn Resort.

SCALLOPERS!!! We all love scalloping!! Crystal River offers one of the few remaining areas to scallop in Florida during the summer. Crystal River has the best Scalloping grounds in the US. and the best action is usually in 4-6 feet of water around Gomez Rocks at Latitude 2829.8, Longitude 8243.7. Scallop grounds are about 5-10 miles out by boat.

This home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac street in the heart of Crystal River near the springs, restaurants and the downtown area.. The home is approximately 5-10 minutes drive from King’s Bay, 3 sisters springs, Hunter springs and 30 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico by boat. Fort Island Beach is a 10 min drive away where you can enjoy beautiful sunsets. We highly recommend it for amazing photos!
The house is only a short walk or bicycle ride from the Crystal River State Park Reserve and the Mullet Hole fishing spot.

For the protection of our home and our guests we have security cameras around the exterior of the house. The security cameras record audio and video 24/7 around the exterior of the house.

a. One facing the front yard
b. One facing the side door
c. One facing the back yard
d. One facing the dock

Here are some key info for the house that sometimes gets overlooked. Please read.

** Check In is at 4pm. We do offer a early check in for an additional fee, and if the calendar allows for an early arrival. There is no early check in unless approved by owners.
** Pool heater is set to 84 degrees. Winter Only (Nov - April)
** Entire property is NO Smoking/ Vaping,
** Max amount of guest is 7, max adults is 4. Child age is 0-12, anyone over 13 will be considered an adult.
** Pet must be approved by owners first. Owners have the right to refuse any pet. Breed, weight and age restrictions apply. All fees and approval is at owners discretion. If approved, all pet fee’s, agreement, & recent veterinary/vaccination records must be submitted before arrival. Unannounced pets will result in an immediate canceled reservation with no refund & removal from property.



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