Title: Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels - Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64690000/64687200/64687194/48da1661.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64690000/64687200/64687194/05ec4d4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Golf - Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64690000/64687200/64687194/73452f1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64690000/64687200/64687194/da4707f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64690000/64687200/64687194/e473381d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nature lovers will adore The Sasse Palm, a serene retreat near Crystal River. Enjoy kayaking or boating and then relax at the fire pit, play air hockey, or grill up your catch of the day. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. Welcome to The Sasse Palm! If you love nature, enjoy boating, kayaking, or just a quiet place near the sea this is the place to be!! Crystal River is the Manatee Capital of the world and is a favorite destination for scalloping, and fishing! Our recently updated 3 bdrm, 2 ba home can accommodate a family vacation or fishing group. We are 1/4 mile from the Plantation boat ramp and a few miles from Fort Island ramp and BEACH! House is fully equipped and awaiting your arrival. We have plenty of boat trailer parking, air hockey, a fire pit, and a grill. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Air hockey - Arcade/game room - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living area | Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122280000/122270400/122270333/8745521c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bright Bay Hideaway Crystal River - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking included £277 includes taxes & fees 24 Feb - 25 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=122270333&PinnedHotelID=122270333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95860000/95851100/95851059/063619fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Deep water canal with direct access to the Homosassa River. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 Vrbo Property ## About the area Located in Crystal River, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Plantation Inn and Golf Resort and A Crystal River Kayak Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Crystal River travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Crystal-River.dx6085423) [View more Holiday homes in Crystal River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Crystal-River-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6085423-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.87357%2C-82.59598&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=d6HGtt8yxl0Y3QzMU8cEzKI6pUI=) Crystal River, FL ### What's nearby - ![Mermaid? ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55130/70aa4f82-8a90-4bec-92a6-df31ef317ef7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal River Preserve State Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![ Four Florida Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) swimming in the water at Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge in Florida, USA, a winter gathering site for manatees. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653966/1f7624c3-3efc-4937-8423-7451ada5c86e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - ![Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) gazes contently, outside of Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976375781/7ed6d22c-0b98-42ac-bd1a-43a638023979.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Three Sisters Springs 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Plantation Inn and Golf Resort 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - A Crystal River Kayak Company 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) 91 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 5 min drive - RaceTrac 3 min drive - Cody's Original Roadhouse 4 min drive - Cajun Jimmy's Seafood Seller & Cafe 4 min drive - Wendy's 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation.? ### What time is check-in at Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation.? ### What time is check-out at Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation.? ### Where is Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hidden gem in Crystal River with everything needed for a PERFECT vacation. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 23 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom S. 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### River vacay ! Really enjoyed our stay at hidden gem. The cleanliness, decor, and hospitality of hosts more than met our needs. Even the teenagers were complimentary :-). Property is conveniently located and we would definitely stay there again. ##### Tom S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen G. 25 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### wheelchair ramp in garage So nice, clean and well stocked with all cooking and dish needs. Very quiet and comfortable house. Wide doorway to one bedroom, bathrooms are great but not wheelchair accessible. Very close to all things in Crystal Springs. Great hosts, loved our stay! ##### Maureen G. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue H. 23 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sasse Palm This is a lovely quiet home close to downtown Crystal River. The decor is so tasteful and all necessary supplies are provided. The kitchen in particular has all the equipment you could possibly need. Any requests for assistance were promptly and kindly addressed. I highly recommend this property. ##### Sue H. Stayed 24 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jdmohan@yahoo.com B. 17 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect house and perfect location The house has a neat outside appearance and is beautifully remodeled on the inside. We enjoyed all the decor and everything was provided to make our stay very comfortable. It was nice having a washer & dryer too, so we could go home with clean clothes. The garage was perfect for us to keep our kayaks in. The home is in a quiet neighborhood and is very convenient to Three Sisters Springs for manatee viewing and Hunter Springs Park for launching our kayaks and paddling around that area for more manatees. Also it’s an easy drive south to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. From the kayak center there you can rent or launch your own kayaks for a beautiful paddle down the clear turquoise waters of the Weeki Wachee spring run/river. ##### jdmohan@yahoo.com B. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ray J. 4 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Gem Great house- very nice and clean that provided everything that we were looking for during our visit. Next time we're in the area would love to stay here again! ##### Ray J. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua S. 19 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place to Stay This house was perfect for our family of five! It was very clean, comfortable, and great location for what planned. We did all our activities in Homasassa Springs and it was a quick easy drive from the house. The owners were very nice and made sure all was well with us. I would highly recommend staying at this location! ##### Joshua S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David H. 25 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer weekend stay We rented this nice 3 bedroom house for the weekend while we visited the Crystal River area. Very nice place close to the hotspots in the area. We enjoyed our stay kayaking and saw several manatees and enjoyed the cool springs. Was a great weekend for our family. This was a great place to relax and recuperate. ##### David H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather R. 5 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 4th of July Fun Our family had a wonderful time at The Sasse Palm. We enjoyed fishing, scalloping and the fireworks. House was amazing and filled with tons of extras. Host were friendly and quick to respond about questions. Loved all the suggestions people had about places to visit. ##### Heather R. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly G. 24 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous I came from GA with 3 of my best friends. We had a fantastic stay the house was better than we could have imagined. They had anticipated everything we could need. The house was clean, beautiful and well supplied. We swim with the manatees ate seafood every day, and would highly recommend for anyone looking for a great experience. Also great shopping. ##### Beverly G. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie S. 18 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved this home! We truly loved this rental. The house was clean, spacious and the beds were comfy. The kitchen has everything you would need to cook with. The host have put a lot into this home to make anyones stay as comfortable as possible. You WILL find lots of extra little things/perks at this rental that you will NOT find at others. The location was quite and yet close to things like the grocery store and activities. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home. ##### Angie S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Susan B. 25 Feb 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Total Dud We had this place reserved for weeks in advance, and received a notification for upcoming trip prior to the stay, but never got check in instructions. When I contacted the owner about check in... I was told the reservation had been cancelled weeks earlier, and the place was not available due to construction issues of some kind. We were left in a lurch and had to drive a ways to find a hotel room for the night. What a disappointment. The host had no other options and everything he/she recommended was booked or shut down. ##### Susan B. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol W. 17 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our first ever extended vacation! My husband and I were hoping for a quiet retreat, enjoying some warm, but not too warm weather, spending a little time with friends and our daughter. The Sasse Palm is so conveniently centered in the quietest neighborhood ever, yet only minutes from grocery stores, restaurants, and the main town area of Crystal River. It was perfect and our friends thought so, too. Rachel and Andrew were wonderful to work with, answering questions , fixing a drain, exchanging a chair, explaining the thermostat. They gave us suggestions of restaurants to try and asked if we needed any bathroom and kitchen supplies replaced. Theirs is the best stocked home we have ever rented! We loved the large bowl of fruit and welcome note. There is much to do in Crystal River and surrounding towns and we took advantage by sightseeing almost every day, but it was always a pleasure to come back to the Sasse Palm! Thank you to the Wires for sharing your home. Carol W. ##### Carol W. Stayed 37 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise and Jim S., The Village, FL USA 13 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Best Experience!! My husband and I have stayed in many properties all around US and Europe and this is probably our best experience ever. The hosts are incredible to work with. We had a few questions when we checked in as we are not very savvy when it comes to technology with the internet and such. Within minutes of my inquiry, Mr Wire called us backed and patiently and kindly walked us through it. The home is spectacular-absolutely beautiful, clean open and inviting. You can see it has been recently remodeled with lovely colors and decor. It radiates tender loving care and great energy. It has everything you need. The master bed is very comfortable and everything is well equipped, including snacks so generously provided. The home is in a very quiet and peaceful area surrounded by gorgeous trees that give you a sense of protection. After our long days out exploring this fabulous area, it was a sanctuary to come “home” to. We cannot wait to come back and stay again and again. Thank you so very, very much. ##### Denise and Jim S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa B. 26 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This rental was very clean and the hosts were were very thoughtful. We hope to return next year. The location was perfect for our family. This property had everything we needed. The kitchen was fully stocked with all the cooking utensils you could possibly need. There were extra blankets which my family of 6 always needs. They provided plenty of towels and wash clothes. The host even provided starter stuff like toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, dish soap and trash bags. During our stay we did everything from paddle boarding, Sea World, shopping in Ocala, the Trampoline Park, golf, dinners out, Family scavenger hunt, Thanksgiving dinner out with our extended family and just enjoyed visiting with family. We made a lot great memories! ##### Lisa B. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alicia M. 12 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Great location and the parking was perfect since we had two trucks with boat trailers. The owners response time was nothing short of excellent and the home had lots of little extras like creamers for our coffee and misc condiments... you know the things you forget (haha). ##### Alicia M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff C. 8 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute house, well done remodel inside Everything was very clean and thoughtful touches throughout, like having laundry detergent available. Nice welcome basket with some treats. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Jeff C. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas W. 4 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best VRBO we have rented Outstanding ##### Thomas W. Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aimee B. 12 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Family Fun Our family was visiting the area from Northern Michigan and, not knowing the area, we didn’t really know what to expect. The Sasse Palm was absolutely perfect for our family. The home was very clean and had everything we needed including beach chairs and beach towels. There was a fenced in backyard where the kids were able to play plus an air hockey table inside. There were games, puzzles and activity books as well. We did a lot of meals at the house including outdoor grilling on the patio. All of the basics for cooking were included. The area is family friendly and we were able to take walks throughout the neighborhood. The hosts touched base to make sure we had everything we needed and were readily available throughout our stay to help with anything that came up. They were so helpful both before and after our visit. We will definitely stay again when we’re back in the area. We highly recommend The Sasse Palm! ##### Aimee B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denni M. 7 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good spot Good experience. ##### Denni M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable, quiet, convenient Everything was exactly as portrayed. Communication was good, the house was clean and well-appointed, we would recommend staying here! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayce D. 23 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Golden Girls Getaway This was the best house for our girls trip!! The house was beautiful, clean, and perfect location! The owners were absolutely wonderful, left a gift basket, had games, and cleaning supplies! ##### Kayce D. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela W. 16 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had a very nice time. It had everything we needed. It was close to lots of places. Very clean home,nicely decorated. ##### Angela W. ### 10/10 Excellent #### William C. 15 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very well stocked! Great, clean house with all the items needed for a comfortable stay. Kitchen was great to work in! ##### William C. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann F. 8 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just What We Needed, Plus Above and beyond our expectations at every turn. It felt just like home. ##### Ann F. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ---