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Escape to The Cottage on Lake Rouseau, where the great outdoors beckons with a private lakefront setting and easy access to the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy kayaking or canoeing right from your doorstep, then unwind in this spacious 2-bedroom cottage with an open concept perfect for entertaining.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly

This spacious 2 bedroom and 1 bath cottage on Lake Rouseau has everything you need to for a great vacation. Bring your fishing gear or just spend time relaxing. It is located on Crystal River’s premier large base lake. The convenience of the nearby boat ramp will make your fishing easy and fun. You will also have direct access to the Gulf of Mexico from that ramp. Bike or walk the area trails. There are 2 kayaks and a canoe for your use. How about a round of golf after a little fishing, so don’t forget your clubs. There are several championship courses nearby. The open concept of this home is comfortable and great for entertaining. To really appreciate the cottage, take a moment to view our photos. This is truly a place to take pleasure in the outdoors, fishing, hiking, boating or simply watching the sunset.

The Nature Coast of Florida not only has great fishing but many amenities minutes away.
• Weeki Wachee Springs State Park/38 miles south
• Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park/18 mile south
• Three Sisters Springs/12 mile south
• Rainbow River/12 mile east
• Cedar Key/40 miles north
• Dunnellon for quaint shops/12 miles east
• Fine and casual dinning
• Are just a few you may want to visit

The Cottage on Lake Rouseau for your enjoyment and relaxations

Property manager

amy schick

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: no

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: yes

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: yes

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: no
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Crystal River, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Rousseau - 1 min walk
  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 13 min drive
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 20 min drive
  • Three Sisters Springs - 20 min drive
  • Fort Island Gulf Beach - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pizza Joint - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp Landing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Our Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Momma Sally's Family Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Lake Rousseau, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bayfront Health Seven Rivers and Felburn Park Trailhead. Crystal River Preserve State Park and Crystal River Watersports Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Lake Rouseau Waterfront, Wifi, great sunsets, fireplace & fire-pit, pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 159 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Get Away
The home had a pleasant vibe to it, the views were so awesome!!! Its a place that I look forward on coming back
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful setting
Neighborhood is peaceful. Home is clean and has everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Like Stay with Perfect Lake Rousseau Views!
We love Lake Rousseau and this place makes enjoying it easy. The dock has kayaks, a rowboat and fishing poles available. We had fires most nights, the yard is fully fenced so perfect for our Bernedoodle. We're a family of three so plenty of space and the kitchen was beyond well stocked to try a few new recipes crockpot dishes. Washer dryer work great, strong shower water pressure. While an older home, everything has been maintained. 20-ish minutes to Dunnellon and Crystal River... we'd book again after a week stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity!
Amy’s place was perfect for our short getaway. Knock out kitchen and kayaking on the lake was great. Rainbow springs was a fun excursion.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat from a rough summer
We stayed at this super cute property as I am recovering from knee surgery and we recently lost one of our dogs. We needed a change of scenery for ourselves and our other dog. This was a perfect reset out in nature. Reading, fishing, afternoon naps, and campfires. So thankful for this little piece of heaven.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake vacation
Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sunsets
Such a lovely home. We all enjoyed our stay. Everything was so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely getaway cottage
We chose to spend our 28th annni in this adorable cottage. Very welcoming and homey. Amy provides everything you could possibly need - except for the fish that allegedly live in the lake.😆 The view of the the sunsets was a welcome surprise. We had a minor glitch when we arrived but Amy was very responsive and helpful. Can’t complain about this place. Nice getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay for the lake
The house itself was fantastic. Very clean and well stocked. Communication with Amy was superb and any issues we had were promptly addressed. My only advice is that if your plan is to enjoy only the lake than this is a perfect house for your visit. Access to the gulf however is a different story. You have to go the the ramp just past the lake ramp and launch your boat into what I would describe as a large creek to access the main river leading to the gulf. This "creek" is very shallow at low tide and filled with rocks, logs, and stumps which made navigating it in my 20ft deck boat nearly impossible. I would suggest finding a different ramp if you plan on accessing the gulf. Overall the stay at the house itself was 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
This is by far, the best place that I've stayed at. It is cute and cozy with all the amenities that you could ask for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte (Arthyur) R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Crystal River getaway
This property is a jewel. Interior was decorated beautifully. We enjoyed every minute we were there. The water view was totally visible from the family room area. The house was spotless when we arrived, with everything we needed for our stay. Our senior dog enjoyed the enclosed fenced yard. Can't wait to return for another visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Place
Stayed 4/20 -4/25. The lake house was the perfect place for the two of us to relax and enjoy the Nature Coast of Florida. We watched wildlife from the dock and enjoyed the sunsets each evening. Windy days deterred us from using the canoe except for one quick outing. Nothing negative with the house except that which was already mentioned. We would definitely recommend the lake house to those that enjoy quiet in nature and are looking for a home base to enjoy natural attractions in the vicinity, like Manatees!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful yard and house
We had an amazing stay here. The yard and house are beautiful and so relaxing. The only "problem" is the wifi is super slow (can't stream a show without it constantly stopping, can't get pics to load on internet. Not a big deal except our phone service was very limited also). Other than that the house was great. Lots to do in the area. We made use of the canoe. We saw a few gators. There is a fence post broken and my dog got out(we put it back in the ground and the yard was secure the rest of the trip. Just be sure to check because my little 9 lb dog was checking out the water while we unpacked lol). We'd return for sure. Check in/out was easy. We appreciate finding a rental that allows dogs.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot by the lake
This home was perfect for our stay. My teenage son loved the kayaks and canoe's and the location was ideal for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lakeside Nature Retreat
The house was beautiful, open, bright, nicely decorated and very well-equipped, A highlight was a little bench where we could watch stunning sunsets over the lake each night. At a very nearby park there were also paved paths through absolutely gorgeous woods and along the canal were we walked, biked and rollerbladed everyday. We also enjoyed the kayaks which were easy to get in and out of the water, even when I was by myself. 25 minute drive takes you to beautiful Rainbow Springs State Park with gorgeous springs where you can swim, walk, kayak or tube, and nearby cute town of Dunnellon where you can rent bikes to ride on one of Florida’s longest rail trails. There are also nature trails, an ancient early indian archeological site, a sandy beach for swimming, grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants in Crystal River 20 minutes away. Fabulous two weeks!!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

shirley o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Snowbirds
Nice quiet area comfortable house.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
Have stayed in many VBRO's in the US, Europe & S. America & this is number 1 for us. If you want a peaceful place in delightful surrounding on a lake & fully equipped with comfortable Beds & no stairs you will not do better.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little peice of paradise
Was just perfect for me. Enjoyed the home and the nice comfortable beds and atmosphere. Grill worked great and outdoor area was amazing. Fire pit was a huge hit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake rousseau lake home
Bright spacious home. Well decorated and very comfortable and welcoming feel. Open kitchen to living room , spacious screened in back porch with view of lake and sunsets. Overall a very relaxing experiance
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin B., Ponte Vedra, St. Johns

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil Lake House
We enjoyed our stay. It was only a short drive to Crystal River and the views of the lake are beautiful. We were able to bring our four legged family members with us and the fenced in yard was great for them. There are also walking trails and a boat launch just minutes away. It was a nice getaway, very quiet and tranquil.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick weekend getaway
Spent the weekend celebrating my birthday. The house was as precious and even better than the photos. Well stocked, clean and the lake was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sondra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside Sunsets
My husband and I spent a week in this Lake house. The sunsets over the lake were soo beautiful. We enjoyed sitting on the dock each evening enjoying the beauty and peacefulness. The house was perfect for us. It had everything we needed. The kitchen was spacious and well equipped . Comfortable beds and nice sitting areas with lake views. We spent a lot of time in the sunroom at night listening to music and having our nightly tea. Nice size bathroom and big fluffy towels. The house was just as advertised and very clean. The location was great also. Very quiet neighborhood and 20 min to Crystal River . Our host Amy, was very friendly and easy to contact We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day get away
We had a great relaxing time. The home was beautiful and we needed nothing. Amy was easy to check in and out with. Our son was able to fish and do some catch and release and also used the kayak. Can not wait to go back again😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We loved this home for our family vacation. Everything was as it was pictured. We were celebrating my husband's birthday and his brother's birthday, so this house allowed us enough space for the get-together. The view of the lake from the dock was beautiful--sunsets were breathtaking. My teenage daughter and I enjoyed the kayaks, and she and my husband also did a lot of fishing. My only 'negative' comment would be that the wi-fi is not very fast, so this location is not for people looking to do a lot of streaming or online work. Overall, we would definitely recommend this place for a quiet get-away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Judy Z.

Nice getaway
It was nice to get away - quiet area . It’s a reservoir not an actual lake and there is no fishing off shore as you’d like to believe there would be- I mean you can legally fish but good luck from the docks (gators probably slow down traffic of decent fish ) we saw 4 diff ones off the dock throughout our stay a few bass boats on the horizon so there must be some fish In there somewhere .
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023