Luxury Canal Retreat with Gulf Access and a Boat Lift in Crystal River

Unwind by the Water with a Heated Pool, Kayaks, Paddleboard and Outdoor Kitchen

Crystal River, FL, United States

Gulf Access | Heated Pool | Boat Lift | Manatees

Luxury canal-front retreat with Gulf access, screened-in heated pool & covered patio. Watch for manatees & dolphins in the canal! BOAT LIFT INCLUDED, 2 private docks, 4 kayaks, paddleboard, fishing gear, crab trap, fish-cleaning station & pre-packed beach bag. Enjoy indoor/outdoor games, bikes & an outdoor kitchen with grill—perfect for unforgettable family adventures. Relax by the water, fish & paddle, explore Crystal River’s springs & experience Florida’s Nature Coast from your own backyard.

9 guests
3 bedrooms
2.5 bathrooms

Good to know

PROPERTY DETAILS — THE FLOATY POTATO WELCOME TO YOUR CRYSTAL RIVER ADVENTURE The Floaty Potato isn’t just a stay — it’s the full Crystal River experience, packed with an exceptional variety of INCLUDED amenities and exclusive guest perks! Start your morning watching the canal for manatees and dolphins, launch a kayak right from the backyard, fish from the dock, cool off in the heated pool or bring a boat and head toward the Gulf. EXCLUSIVE FLOATY POTATO GUEST PERKS We've partnered with FIVE local tour companies to help our guests experience even more of Crystal River — with exclusive discounts just for staying at The Floaty Potato! Guest discounts are available on select: • Manatee swim tours • Clear-kayak tours • Snorkeling and river cruises • Wildlife pontoon excursions • Inshore fishing and scalloping charters You'll also receive our exclusive digital guest guide packed with favorite restaurants, local gems, activities, tour information and a ready-to-go 4-day Crystal River itinerary. Less planning. More adventuring! BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS • 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms • Primary Suite: King bed, ensuite bath with jetted tub, Smart TV and direct pool access • Bedroom 2: King bed and Smart TV • Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds with twin trundles, child-size fold-out chair and Smart TV TRAVELING WITH KIDS? We've tried to make family travel a little easier! A highchair, baby monitor, BPA-free dishes, sippy cup, bib, kids' books and other family-friendly touches are provided. Autism-friendly sensory items are also available upon request, including a body sock, weighted blanket, sensory fidgets, peanut ball and noise-reducing headphones. KITCHEN, COFFEE & DINING Cook a family dinner, grill your fresh catch or start your morning with a great cup of coffee. • Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances • Crockpot, griddle, toaster, blender and tea kettle • Stocked coffee station with a generous starter supply of K-cups, ground coffee, tea, cocoa, creamer and honey • 4 dining spaces: kitchen nook (4), breakfast bar (2), dining table (8) and covered patio table (4) LIVING, GAMES & WiFi There's plenty to do when you're taking a break from the water! • Open-concept living area with Smart TV and coastal decor • High-speed WiFi • Dedicated desk and office chair • Family board games • Ping-pong table • Basketball arcade • Furniture covers available for furry friends and little hands YOUR PRIVATE WATERFRONT OASIS This is where The Floaty Potato really shines! Sip your morning coffee beside the canal and keep watch for wildlife — you may be lucky enough to spot a manatee or dolphin swimming right past the backyard. Swim, grill, fish, paddle or simply relax by the water. • Screened-in pool • Solar pool heat included year-round • Optional electric pool heating/cooling available for $45/night • Covered patio • Outdoor kitchen with grill, sink and mini fridge • Private floating and stationary docks • Fish-cleaning station • Boat lift INCLUDED — bring or rent your own boat • Fenced backyard • Cornhole, chalk, sports balls and pool toys KAYAK • PADDLE • FISH • BIKE Adventure starts right in your backyard — and we've already got the gear! • 3 adult fishing kayaks • 1 youth kayak • 1 paddleboard • Adult and child-size life jackets • 3 adult fishing rods • 1 youth fishing rod • Starter fishing tackle • 2 adult bikes • 1 tandem bike • 1 youth bike • Large garage refrigerator — perfect for fresh fish, scallops, drinks or extra groceries BEACH DAY? WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED! Pack less and play more! You'll find a beach bag ready with sand toys and a beach blanket, plus 2 beach chairs, a large cooler and wagon to haul it all. Just add snacks, drinks and sunscreen! THE FLOATY POTATO EXPERIENCE At The Floaty Potato, we want your vacation to be about more than where you sleep. Paddle from your backyard. Fish from the dock. Experience Crystal River right from your backyard. Swim in the heated pool. Grill dinner outside. Explore Crystal River's springs. Take advantage of exclusive discounts with our local tour partners — then come home to your own waterfront retreat. It's the perfect home base for making the kind of Florida memories you'll still be talking about long after you leave.

House Rules

🚫 ABSOLUTE NO-NOs (Even for Sea Cows) 🚭 No smoking or vaping indoors. THAT INCLUDES IN THE POOL AREA. Float your smoke far outside, please. 🎉 No parties, ragers, or “manatees gone wild” gatherings. 🚫 No illegal substances. The only thing we’re high on here is sea level. 👥 No surprise guests. If they weren’t part of the original pod, they don’t belong. 🐶 No pets unless approved in advance. Sneaky pups = dollar drama. 🍕 No food or beverages on the white couches. Keep them as bright as a manatee’s belly ✨ Enjoy your meals and beverages at one of the three dining spots instead. 🛋️ Use couch covers with pets, small children and sticky adults. 💦 Manatees love warm water, but houses don’t love humidity! Please leave ceiling fans on to keep the air flowing and remember to use the bathroom fan when showering or taking a bath. 👶 Watch your small humans near the pool and dock. Patio safety locks and an in Pool alarm are available! 🚨 Monday is pool spa day! Give the pool tech a warm welcome by turning off the BCONE alarm, then switch it back on after they leave. 🦈 If it looks dangerous, it probably is. 🛟 Wear your life jacket so you too can float like a manatee 😎 Keep it chill, clean the grill. 🫗If you make a spill, don’t let it float away — clean it up right away, the manatee way! 🤕 Manatees don’t drag or bang; please lift the kayaks gently. 🛟 Manatees like chillin' belly down just like the kayaks on the storage rack, when you are done kayaking, store them upside down to prevent rain from soaking the inside. 💔If something gets bumped, bruised, or broken — don’t stay quiet like a shy sea cow. Tell your host right away, and we’ll keep the waters calm! 🚲Tandem bike is for skilled cyclists only. 🐋 Keep doors closed for cozy comfort! Open doors = paused A/C & heat. 🛶If gear swims away while you’re out to play (like bikes or toys), it’s your responsibility to replace — even manatees keep track of their floaties! 🎣 Manatees like tidy tackle. Untangled and Gut Free. Leave it like you found it. 🗑️Take the garbage out Wednesday mornings or Tuesday evenings! It is our ONLY chore request! 🙊 Please make sure you only take your belongings with you when you leave and leave The Floaty Potato items for the next guests. 🏠Cancellation Policy = Iron-Clad. Bring Your Own Insurance Floaties

Other Details to Note

GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK We want your Floaty Potato getaway to be full of adventure, relaxation and great memories! Because this is a waterfront home with a pool, docks, adventure gear and optional extras, here are a few important things to know before booking. BIG FAMILIES WELCOME! We do NOT charge more based on the number of guests within our approved occupancy. Whether you're bringing 2 guests or the whole crew, the nightly rate stays the same! HEATED POOL Solar pool heat is included year-round at no additional charge. Want an extra boost? Optional electric pool heating/cooling is available for $45/night and should be requested in advance. The electric heat pump operates during daytime hours and relies on outdoor air temperatures. Our goal is approximately 80–85°F in winter and 85–90°F in summer, but unusually cold or hot weather can affect performance, so exact water temperatures cannot be guaranteed. Pool heating may take 24–72 hours to reach the desired temperature, so please request it in advance whenever possible. BRINGING A BOAT? Our boat lift is available to guests at NO additional charge! Bring your own boat or rent one locally and enjoy easy access to Crystal River's waterways and the Gulf. A separate boat-lift agreement must be completed before use. DON'T BE A SILLY SPUD — WATER SAFETY The best part of The Floaty Potato is being right on the water! With a pool, canal, docks, kayaks and paddleboard, children must be actively supervised around all water areas. • Pool-access doors have child-safety locks • An in-pool alarm is available • Children must be accompanied by an adult on the docks • Life jackets are provided in multiple sizes • Kayaks and paddleboard are for daylight use only • Pool and dock surfaces can be slippery when wet • Please avoid alcohol while swimming or paddling Detailed equipment and safety instructions are provided before your stay. BIKES Guest bikes include 2 adult bikes, a tandem bike and a youth bike. Our tandem is a little like a manatee dance — adorable, but it takes coordination! Helmets are NOT provided, so please bring your own if you plan to ride. BRINGING YOUR FURRY SPUD? Well-behaved dogs are welcome with prior approval. • Dogs only — no cats due to owner allergies • Maximum of 2 approved dogs • Combined dog weight limit of 110 lbs • Dogs must be kenneled when left unattended • Kennels in multiple sizes are provided • Bowls, leash, kennel mat, paw-cleaning supplies, waste bags and scoopers are available • Couch covers are required if dogs are on furniture • Please clean up after your pup Our fenced backyard makes traveling with your four-legged family member easier. All pet owners must complete our pet agreement. Legitimate service animals are welcomed in accordance with applicable law and are not charged a pet fee. CLEAN, GREEN & THOUGHTFUL We use approximately 90% all-natural, eco-friendly cleaning, laundry and bath products selected with our guests and Florida's environment in mind. Traditional products are used when necessary. The property is also professionally serviced for pests. A LITTLE FLORIDA REALITY Waterfront Florida comes with incredible wildlife — and occasionally some very tiny wildlife, too! No-see-ums and other insects may occasionally appear near the canal, especially around dusk. Professional pest service helps, but no treatment can completely eliminate naturally occurring outdoor insects. Repellent, patio fans, keeping doors closed and covering up while fishing around dusk usually help. PRIVACY & SECURITY The backyard is fenced and the pool/patio area is screened. Outdoor security cameras monitor ONLY the front entrance and canal areas for guest and property security. There are NO cameras overlooking the pool, grassy backyard or covered patio areas. GUEST PORTAL & AGREEMENTS The responsible adult listed on the reservation must complete our rental agreement and ID verification through the secure Guest Portal. Depending on your stay, additional agreements may be required for boat-lift or pet use. The Guest Portal is also where you can request optional extras, including: • Electric pool heating/cooling — $55/night • Pet stays • Early check-in, when available • Late checkout, when available • Boat-lift use ONE LAST SPLASH Once the details are handled, it's time for the fun part! Swim, paddle, fish, explore the springs and keep an eye on the canal — you never know when a manatee or dolphin might cruise past The Floaty Potato. Now go make some memories, reel in the good times and enjoy your Florida adventure!

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Entertainment

  • Arcade machine
  • Books
  • Life-size games
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Theme room

Family

  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Board games
  • Children's bike
  • Children's books and toys
  • Children's tableware
  • Crib
  • Fireplace guards
  • High chair
  • Playroom
  • Travel crib

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Entertainment

  • Arcade machine
  • Books
  • Life-size games
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Theme room

Family

  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Board games
  • Children's bike
  • Children's books and toys
  • Children's tableware
  • Crib
  • Fireplace guards
  • High chair
  • Playroom
  • Travel crib

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini Fridge
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower gel
  • Walk-in shower

Outdoors

  • BBQ
  • Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
  • Bicycle
  • Boat slip
  • Garden or backyard
  • Hammock
  • Kayak
  • Outdoor kitchen
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio
  • Sun loungers

Location features

  • Beach access
  • Garden view
  • Lake access
  • Lake view
  • Landmark view
  • Laundromat nearby
  • Pool view
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
  • River view
  • Sea view
  • Street view
  • Waterfront

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Luxury Amenities

  • Boat
  • Breakfast bar
  • Game room
  • Ice machine
  • Jet skis
  • Property manager
  • Security system
  • Stand-up paddleboard

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan

Services

  • Cleaning before checkout
  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
  • Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Private living room

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

Tucked near the end of a quiet dead-end street, The Floaty Potato offers peace, privacy, and convenience. Just 0.3 miles to the public boat ramp and walking distance to Crystal River Watersports — where you can swim with manatees, snorkel, scallop, or even try mermaid training! Stroll to The Biscuit Barn for a hearty Southern breakfast, or take a short drive to downtown Crystal River, Three Sisters Springs, and Hunter Springs for dining, shopping, and natural beauty.

Guest Access

YOUR WATERFRONT RETREAT IS ALL YOURS Guests enjoy private access to the entire home, screened-in heated pool, fenced backyard, outdoor kitchen, floating and stationary docks, kayaks, paddleboard, fishing gear, bikes and boat lift. Bring your own boat or rent one locally and make The Floaty Potato your home base for exploring Crystal River and the Gulf! Please note: There are multiple steps required to enter the home. Boat-lift use requires prior approval and a separate agreement.

Reviews

Connie
October 2026
This was such a beautiful home! Our friends brought their boat, the launch was close and the dock was perfect. Everything we wanted to see was and needed was close. We had an excellent vacation and will definitely recommend and come back!
Haley
September 2026
We had a great stay at the Floaty Potato with our family for fall break. The house comfortable fit 2 adults, our 3 tween/teen kiddos, our dog, and grandparent. We enjoyed the pool and the kayaks and being on the canal. The home was well kept, very clean, and stocked with all you need for a great vacation! The kids esepecially loved the ping pong table and basketball game in the garage. The cute manatee decor made it extra fun. And special acknowledgement of the comfortable beds! We visited many of the nearby state parks and springs and enjoyed several close restaurants and shopping. The cute little downtown area is just minutes from the house and worth a visit. Homossa springs was also a highlight if you love animals (we saw manatees too!). Would recommend this home to anyone visiting Crystal Springs!
Donna
August 2026
Great spacious pool home right on canal. Full of amenities, supplies and thoughtful touches... even for the pups. Having docking space for the boat was a big plus. Macey was super responsive and a pleasure to deal with. Nothing about the property itself was less than stellar. House next door was in state of disrepair, but don't let that deter you from booking the Floaty Potato.
Autumn
June 2026
This was the perfect house for our family of 7! The beds were comfortable, the water pressure was amazing, the kayaks/paddle board and tandem bikes were a huge hit, along with the pool and ping pong table. There were so many extra touches; the laminated waterproof cards we were able to play on the back porch while swimming, the cold green aloe left in the fridge for sunburns, the mosquito bracelets for the kids if needed, and the list of discounts and top things to do in the area made it so much easier and cheaper to have a wonderful week long vacation experiencing everything Crystal River and surrounding areas had to offer. We will definitely be back!!
Natalie
June 2026
Everything was perfect! Lots of things to do to keep busy without having to leave. Sitting on the dock drinking coffee in the morning, floating like a manatee in the pool mid morning, & kayaking in the afternoon- next day repeat. Perfect relaxing week! The Floaty Potato is a definite 10 out of 10! We WILL be back!
Melissa
March 2026
Fantastic stay for my family of four. Lots of room, the pool was exceptional, the kids enjoyed the kayaks and fishing from the dock. The owners were so easy to work with and provided a recommendation for a fishing charter that we really enjoyed! I would highly recommend this rental and would love to rent again.
Shirley
December 2025
We loved everything about the Floaty Potato!!! We had the pool heated extra for our December visit and it made use of the pool very enjoyable. The host provided everything we needed and more. I loved all the little touches around the house! I'm still thinking but I haven't thought of anything I would change about my stay. I did have a lot of problems with Booking.com inactivating my finish the booking code once my host accepted my reservation which is required. I ended up on a long distance international phone call that cost me over a hundred dollars to try and fix the problem and it was only fixed once I begged Booking.com to call the host. Who knew that Booking.com is in the Netherlands? I was hoping Booking would refund me or credit me for the call since it was a problem on their end and not mine. Probably won't use Booking again but will use Air B&b or vrbo next time since the Floaty Potato is available on those sites as well.

Find us

While a car makes exploring Crystal River easiest, The Floaty Potato is perfectly positioned for both on-foot and on-water adventures. Walk to local tours, breakfast spots, and the nearby boat ramp, or drive just minutes to downtown. Feeling floaty? Kayak from the house to Three Sisters Springs or Hunter Springs—a scenic half-day paddle—or drive, rent, or launch from Pete’s Pier, Crystal River Kayak, or Hunter Springs for a shorter trip on the water.

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