Title: Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113117892&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock Lakefront apartment with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock ![Property grounds - Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113120000/113117900/113117892/8c34f7c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113120000/113117900/113117892/1800fb2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices - Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113120000/113117900/113117892/e17c4dcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices - Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113120000/113117900/113117892/e4e78d5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock (Crystal River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113120000/113117900/113117892/66c3442e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock Summary: Professor Rousseau invites you to stay in his Racing Paddock, one of several themed adventures awaiting you! This small, secluded apartment complex is at the end of the road and provides you a wonderful vacation atmosphere, allowing you to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city and get in touch with nature. You’ll enjoy direct access to 300' of shoreline, a dock, & boat ramp. We welcome leashed furry friends at no additional cost! BEDS 1 Queen Bed 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa The Space: Professor Rousseau had you in mind when designing your space. He required an electronic lock which makes access available anytime you choose after 4:00 pm. He insisted on comfortable furnishings, a fully equipped kitchen, a coffee bar station, top-notch linens, and on-site laundry facilities to name a few. While Professor Rousseau was away on his most recent adventure, we converted his carport to a fabulous outdoor retreat complete with ample seating for all guests, a quaint fire pit, and a grill. We have provided you with many seating options to include Adirondack chairs surrounding the second wood-burning fire pit, dockside seating, plus your very own private seating area right outside your back door. Bring your boat, canoe, kayak, fishing equipment, binoculars, and camera! The sights and sounds are unlike anything you have experienced by both day and night. All the wildlife here loves Professor Rousseau and you, his special guest! THE DIFFERENCE Professor Rousseau has a deep and personal commitment to you as his Guest to provide the highest standard of cleanliness. We will spend several hours between each stay to thoroughly clean and sanitize all surfaces plus wash every item that could have been touched or used by the Guest before you. Guest Access: We have plenty of off-street parking for your vehicle, boats, or trailers. We have a special parking area for boats and trailers. Please let us know if you will be bringing one so we may direct you to the parking area. The Neighborhood: Crystal River is best known as one of the few places in the world that vacationers may swim alongside the manatees in person during their winter refuge at Hunter Springs Park and Kings Bay. Hunter Springs Park features a sandy beach for swimmers, a kayak launch, a picnic area, plus a boardwalk for viewing manatees. Kings Bay also has a kayak launch, fishing pier, and three waterfront restaurants serving seafood, often fresh off the boat from the two waterfront fishing operations. Within a few blocks of these two iconic manatee hangouts are several incredible restaurants, cafes, and unique shopping venues on North Citrus Avenue. One of Professor Rousseau’s favorite places to shop and dine is Amy’s. Another City close by is Dunnellon. For those of you that have decided to launch your boat and travel to the Withlacoochee and Rainbow Rivers, two notable restaurants are the Blue Gator Tiki Bar and Swampy’s. Leave early to grab your boat parking spot during busy seasons! Getting Around: If your idea of getting around includes a boat, kayak, or canoe, or if you enjoy fishing, you’ll love Professor Rousseau’s. Fish from our dock and utilize our fish cleaning station next to the shore. Launch your aquatic device from our private boat ramp or dock, and you’re on Lake Rousseau, a human-made 3,657-acre lake that offers incredible fishing opportunities. You'll find walleye, pike, smallmouth, and occasionally largemouth bass, year-round. Safety first! The lake is full of submerged stumps that provide cover for fish. Keep in mind high-speed boating may be dangerous. The Withlacoochee and Rainbow Rivers feed our beautiful lake with water. The Rainbow River begins with a headspring basin that produces between 400-600 million gallons of freshwater per day. This river provides us with a glimpse of rare habitats full of a wide variety of fish, wildlife, plants, and looking-glass clear waters. If you would like access to the Gulf of Mexico several public boat ramps are available including one that is only a few miles away from your front door. Other Things to Note: Furnishings may vary Interaction with Guests: Professor Rousseau believes that you are the most important person on earth during your stay as our guest. He understands that you may have questions, perhaps you have forgotten personal care items, or need something else, including recommendations for tours, dining, things to do, and places to see. Our team is committed to being available 24/7 for your convenience via the app/website, text, or phone. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything. It is Professor Rousseau’s goal that you are 100% satisfied with your stay and he looks forward to reading your 5-star review. Let us know what you need to make this happen! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### 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) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 65c668893977fb0011bed090 ## About the area ![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%7C29.01973%2C-82.58950&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HXfFi_yDU3FrEPoQS_9B46MsxQg=) Crystal River, FL #### What's nearby - Lake Rousseau \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Three Sisters Springs \- 20 min drive \- 12.3 miles - Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge \- 21 min drive \- 12.8 miles - Fort Island Gulf Beach \- 38 min drive \- 24.0 miles - World Equestrian Center – Ocala \- 40 min drive \- 33.5 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬16 min drive - ‪Loft - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Pizza Joint Wood Fire Pies - ‬6 min drive - ‪Castaways bar and grill - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock? ### Where is Professor Rousseau's Racing Paddock located? ## Have a question? 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