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Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water

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Smart TV, fireplace, table football
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Homosassa, FL
  • Place, Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the area

Homosassa

A family-friendly stay in Homosassa awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be steps from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .In proximity to this Homosassa holiday home you'll find Three Sisters Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Old Mill House Gallery and Printing Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 10 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 31 min drive - 44.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugarmill Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's / Red Burrito - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water

Welcome to the best kept secret in Homosassa! Located on a unique canal near the head of the pristine Homosassa spring, you will be in awe of the crystal clear water which remains a refreshing 72 degrees year round. We share this beautiful area with manatee, river otter, unique and beautiful fish, birds and other wildlife you are sure to enjoy . The home is stocked with everything your family and friends will need to relax and have a fun and memorable vacation. Bring your own boat or enjoy the provided kayaks, pedal boat, paddle boards & fishing poles which can all be used right off the launch pad and dock. The ground floor game room is sure to satisfy both kids & adults. Welcome to the "Manatee Lodge!"

The Manatee Lodge is located on a quiet secluded spring fed canal of only 20 homes. The canal opens to a rejuvenating lagoon that is approximately 3 feet deep with crystal clear 72 degree water. You will see many varieties of fish, unique skate, manatee and even the occasional dolphin. Enjoy the waterways with our provided kayaks, pedal boat, paddle boards or bring your own boat and tie up at the backyard dock.

INTERIOR: 2,000 sq ft | 3-bedrooms | 2-bathrooms | 3 Screen Balconies | Game Room | Fireplace | Laundry

* Bed 1 - King Bed with screened balcony
* Bed 2 - Queen Bed with screened balcony
* Bed 3 - Bunk Room with 3 singles and 1 double

EXTERIOR: Boat/Fishing Dock | Kayaks | Pedal Boat | Paddle Boards | Outdoor Shower | Fire Pit | Fishing Poles

* We have a boat house/shed that is stocked with all of our "toys."
* Adjacent to the boat house/shed is a small boat slip where we keep the pedal boat. There are also stairs into the water to launch the kayaks and paddle boards.

BOATER INFO: You may tie up your own boat to the dock. However access under the bridge prevents any boat with a hard top. You can launch your boats at the nearby marina and keep your trailer there as well. Reach out to us for more info if you plan to bring your boat.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

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

  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement.
Minimum age to rent is 25.
No Smoking. No Pets. No Parties/Events. Quiet hours 10pm - 7am.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Please no animals of any kind.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please be aware that there are open railings on th

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water?

The closest beach to Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water is Sand Key (15.3 km).

Does Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water?

No, Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water?

No, pets are not allowed.

Manatee Lodge | Waterfront Escape on Clear Water Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen and B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay at the Manatee Lodge! The location is perfect for seeing the manatees during the winter months and the manatee themed decor made the stay even more special. We enjoyed fishing from the dock and taking out the kayaks into the springs. We had a manatee swim past the dock one afternoon while we were fishing. In the mornings, we heard and saw lots of ducks and other wildlife from the screened in back porch overlooking the canal. It was a very peaceful and relaxing stay. My son especially enjoyed the bunk beds and the game room downstairs. During our stay, we visited monkey island, swam with manatees at Paddletail Waterfront Adventures, and visited the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park.
Kayaking in the morning fog
View from the back of the house
Sunset from the dock
Upstairs bunk room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Bob L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation to fish & paddle

The lodge is clean and comfortable and family friendly. The boathouse offers kayaks & paddle boards so we could enjoy the quiet, morning paddles together. We fished off the dock and kayaks and with Captain Rick Spratt. We enjoyed watching ducks, turtles, and manatees from the dock. We traveled to Three Sisters Springs, Rainbow River & Spring, Crystal River, and to Clearwater Beach.
Manatees from dock (early mornings)
From dock
From dock
Fishing on dock
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well appointed manatee adventure.

We could not have chosen a better place to stay. If you are looking for an up close and personal experience with manatees, stay here. The house is very thoughtfully appointed with so much to do inside and out. The kayak and paddle boards made our whole trip. Even though we were late in the season, we still got to enjoy the manatees. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dreamy!

This place was just amazing. Our family of 5 (big kids age 19, 16 and 13) had plenty of space to spread out. Very comfy beds and excellent bathrooms - outdoor shower was super handy too! The best part is the location…we couldn’t have known that we would be a short kayak trip away from crystal blue water and manatees! The state park (“sanctuary”?) was right around the corner from the house, so we took the kayaks and paddle boards out several times to wade, explore and even swim pretty close to manatees! Folks from an overlook at the Homosassa State Park (which I also recommend!) were watching us in the water with the beautiful creatures…pretty cool. Thanks so much for providing kayaks, a great game room and awesome fire pit for the evenings. This place is wonderful. Great family memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024