COOL CHAZ Waterfront River Rental-4Kayaks-1Canoe-2docks-boathouse

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Dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 985 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

COOL CHAZ Waterfront River Rental-4Kayaks-1Canoe-2docks-boathouse

Great location in a country-like setting but less than a few miles to local grocery store, gas station, Dollar General-they have practically everything, Subway, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts, Walgreens, 7-11, gas station and more. Walmart is about 5 miles away and town is just a tad further. The house is on a cul-da-sac that ends at the water on a corner lot w/intersecting canals. Canal leads to Chassahowitzka River and 7 Sisters Springs. The Springs are located very close to the house via the canal at the entrance to the river on the right. See the moon like craters with some springs that are open to a neighboring spring. Watch as visitors swim thru one crater and come up in another. Be sure to see “The Crack” while on the river-I call it the blue lagoon. The house has a full yard with 2 docks-both have lower docks off main docks to access kayaks/canoe, a small boathouse & comes w/4 kayaks & 1 canoe to save you renting them but if you need more, rentals are only a few blocks away at the Chassahowitzka River Campground with boat launch or the Chassahowitzka Lodge/bar. Make sure you bring or wear life jackets on board as they are required by law. Life jackets are located in screened in room off back of house. See pics of 12' culvert that boats must traverse to from house to river-there is a map in the house on how to get to river.

The house has 2 bedrooms, 1 with 1 double bed & 1 twin bed the mermaid room. It also has access to the main bathroom from the bedroom and a TV. The other bedroom has a King canopy bed. Master king bedroom has full bath with a garden style tub/shower combo and it’s own TV.
The house sleeps 5 in beds and up to 8 with 1 on each of the 2 couches in living room, and 1 on the fold out floor futon located in the master bedroom closet. Additional linens/pillows/blankets provided. There is an extra nightly guest fee for each guest over 5.

Fully stocked kitchen w/everything you need-all the dishes/pots-n-pans, silverware, glasses, drip coffee maker, microwave, blender, toaster, etcetera. Gas bbq in carport.

Wi-Fi and streamed TV in living room and both bedrooms, & dvd player so you can always play a movie, some dvd's provided in home. DVD player can be moved from room to room if necessary.

If you bring a boat, other than a canoe or kayak or anything you can't carry, you will need to put it in at the boat launch and in order to bring it back to the house, your boat will need to be able to fit thru the 12" culvert. Water is shallow, especially at low tide. Pontoons that are not deck boats usually fit, you have to lower the top, lower the fishing rods and bimini tops. The pics show the passage. Most boats can put in 4 blocks away at the Chassahowitzka River Campground launch, larger boats can put in at McRae's on Halls River Road on the Homosassa River. There is room to store your boat and trailer at the house on the property. Hope that helps. Call the Chassahowitzka River Campground if you have questions regarding boats on the river. Parking at the house is limited to carport and driveway noting that only half of the driveway belongs to my lot, the other half belongs to the neighbor. Please do not block neighbors access to road. A limit of 3 (or maybe 4 depending on size) maximum total vehicles will fit.

The Seven Sisters Springs are on your right as you come out of the canals at the beginning of the river heading towards the Gulf. It is really beautiful and truly "Old Florida" setting. Great place to park the kayaks and swim in the crystal clear spring water. Some of the springs connect and you can swim through them and come up in the next spring. The river is shallow and runs about 5 miles to the Gulf of Mexico. Beautiful serene views the entire way with lots of wildlife and nature to see. Manatees and dolphins are in the river as well as in the canals. Lots to explore.

PET OWNERS: Only dogs are permitted. Pet fee is $85 for 1 dog.If you have more than 1 dogs, please message me and request an an additional dog, describing the type and size of dogs. An additional fee will be required. Dogs must be up-to-date on required shots, on flea control either topical or oral, owners are responsible for their pets and must pick up after them. Leash laws apply. Please do not allow your pet to run freely to other neighbors lots. The yard is not fenced in except on one side and open to the street and water sides. Dogs must be well behaved and house broken. Should your pet have an accident, please clean it up thoroughly. Please do not allow your pet on furniture or bedding. Additional pet sheets are located in the master bedroom closet please use them if needed.

Note that the house is a doublewide mobile home, clean, cute & comfortable and has everything you need minus food & personal items. It is not fancy. Not rustic, but not modern or Hilton-like. My guests come for the peace and quiet and to enjoy nature, the river and the explore the area. If you are looking for modern or fancy please keep looking. Property looks like it is depicted in the photos and described. Please see the photos and read the captions. Read the reviews to get a better feel for the property. Note that I can’t make everyone happy. Some people just need to complain. As you can see from my 4.8 (out of 5) star rating, the majority love it here. I’m sure if you stay here, you won’t be disappointed. I have another vacation rental in Weeki Wachee about 20 minutes South of the Chaz for next time or even this time. Check them out. They also are highly rated. Thank you for your interest and enjoy your stay.

Property manager

Susan

Languages

English

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
2 total pets
Note from host: max of 2 dogs. msg me if more.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: parents are responsible for watching children

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, 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

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Homosassa/chassahowitzka River Rental 2 Kayaks 2 Docks sleeps 7
Homosassa/chassahowitzka River Rental 2 Kayaks 2 Docks sleeps 7
Homosassa/chassahowitzka River Rental 2 Kayaks 2 Docks-sleeps 7
Homosassa/chassahowitzka River Rental 2 Kayaks 2 Docks sleeps 7
Homosassa/chassahowitzka River Rental 2 Kayaks 2 Docks sleeps 7

About the neighborhood

Map
Homosassa, FL

What's nearby

  • 7 Sisters Springs - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Homosassa Butterfly - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Southern Woods Golf Club - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 11 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Cabot Citrus Farms - 12 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugarmill Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crumps Landing - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Freezer Tiki Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast Station - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is COOL CHAZ Waterfront River Rental-4Kayaks-1Canoe-2docks-boathouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at COOL CHAZ Waterfront River Rental-4Kayaks-1Canoe-2docks-boathouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at COOL CHAZ Waterfront River Rental-4Kayaks-1Canoe-2docks-boathouse?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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COOL CHAZ Waterfront River Rental-4Kayaks-1Canoe-2docks-boathouse Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location nice and quite good neighborhood and neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
We had a great time and by far our favorite rental in the area. We found this place when our regular place was removed. The kayaks were the best! We enjoyed visiting the springs close by!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
The nature on river was incredible
We saw manatees a little baby gator some of the coolest birds owls and the springs just to list a few while we were there on the river. Very quiet and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little home for a family get away
Sue was great to deal with, extremely helpful and willing to go out of her way to make our stay comfortable. The property was wonderful, allowing us to kayak daily, walk to the “crack” for a little piece of heaven and easy access to many amenities. The house was very clean and comfortable, well stocked with what we needed to vacation with our children and two young grandchildren. Wonderful experience!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgiana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the comforts of home
This cozy house had all the comforts of home and then some! Except for food we had everything we needed provided for us. Plenty of space for 4 adults to spread out and relax in between visiting family and exploring the area. My men loved having the kayaks/canoe to explore the Chaz. Such a wonderful location. Susan was an exceptional host and promptly responded to any questions. I"ve highly recommended this property to my family for their visits to the area and hope to stay there again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Peaceful spot on the water. Very clean and communication with the owner was perfect. As stated, not fancy, but the perfect place to unwind and spend quality mother/daughter time in nature. We swam with the manatees, fished off the dock, kayaked the beautiful river and springs, and enjoyed a fire in the fire pit. Would definately love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

RebeccaS S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Fed and Spring Forward Family
Our Family had a wonderful time staying at this Vacation Home. The home and location was exciting for our Family members. Going to the Springs and Diving was really fun for our Grandchildren. We Fishef in the evening and played board games that the property owner had available! Most of all not worrying about renting canoes and kayaks was definitely a Plus. Clean home and everything at our fingertips was appreciated! Mark and Rebecca
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family overflow
We rented this little place for a large family gathering. We live in the area and needed some extra sleeping space for out of town family. It definitely met our needs. Clean, with comfortable beds. Stacey was easy to work with as we had some family fly in on the redeye and we wanted an earlier check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thao L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet getaway
Love our stay. Clean, simple fun. We were able our bring our fur babies, which is a huge plus for us. Owner was able to get back with us quickly. Waterfront and close to local stores. Outside of actual food, everything we needed was at the house. Will rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dinah H., Hiram

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Getaway
We came down to Homosassa for Christmas with my daughter and her boyfriend. It was their first chance to see the manatees and fish in the Chaz. The Cool Chaz was a great place to stay and enjoy all the River had to offer. Sue was a great host and was quick to bring us extra heaters when the temperature dropped well below freezing. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chassahowitzka
Very nice but a little hard to get boat trailer in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nature Lover's Retreat
Since it was winter, the steam off the water was beautiful in the mornings, however the water level was too low for any water activities. But it was too chilly for that anyway. To compensate we had bonfires each evening to warm the chilly air. Birds everywhere singing and being on a cul-de-sac, it was safe for our little dogs. Very enjoyable. Thank you Sue.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Derrick H.

Paddleboard Paradise
My wife and I are avid paddleboarders and this was our best eco tourism and paddleboard trip ever! The property sits on a canal that is a straight paddle to the beautiful Chaz River. The water was fantastic and we saw countless animals to include otters and turtles. Susan took care of everything. Very soft towels and sheets, everything was labeled in the house and how to use it. She is pet friendly which is very important to us as my dog loves paddle boarding with me. We had an amazing time and hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Tonya D., Plant City

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Rats
We love coming to the Chazz. We love everything about this Little River. This location was great. The house truly had everything that you needed. We could definitely use a good dust rag and I'm not so sure the bedding was washed. No smell of fresh laundry being done at all. When you walk into a home after seeing the cleaning lady there you kind of expect to smell a clean home but we didn't. There was also visible dust throughout. Overall we did enjoy our stay. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Robyn L., Clearwater Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Private and relaxing
This house is exactly as described. The only couple things I would say negative about it (knowing it is not the Ritz) is the floors and rugs are very dirty. Our socks were black by the end of each day or barefeet. Also at first the owner responded almost immediately but my last 2 texts to her were not responded to. Not a huge deal I was just hoping to extend our stay. The backyard access to the river is awesome! It was so easy to get on and off. It is a very quiet street. We will definitely stay there again. The washer and dryer was awesome to have. And the master bedroom bed was surprisingly comfortable for there being a lump right down the middle of it haha.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family staycation
This place was perfect for kayaking and activities in the springs. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chazz Getaway
We had a wonderful time! My best friend and her family visited us from Texas and we wanted her first trip to Florida to be perfect!! The house was comfy and inviting, the property was clean and the owner was amazing. She was very helpful friendly and accommodating. We did some fishing off the dock, kayaked the chassahowitzka river, swam in at the crack and visited seven sister springs. We will definitely be back in the future!! 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing!
I am still in a relaxed state and we arrived home yesterday afternoon. We enjoyed our stay at this home more than any other places we have stayed and there have been quite a few others. The home is clean and has everything you need. We picked up some food and personal items on the way in. We didn't need to leave again for any reason(other than to pick up some more wine and beer😉). We relaxed on both of the beautiful docks on the property. We watched manatees float by each morning while having our coffee. We saw a baby alligator come visit every evening. If you are going to use the kyaks I suggest using the boat house to put them in the water and to get into them. It was so easy!!! We are in our 50s so we don't bend as easily as we used to so having that boat house at low or high tide was an extra perk for us! Lol!! The docks both have 2 levels for Kyak users as well. We brought our own kayaks and our guests used the house kyaks(which are high end fiberglass kyaks!!) They sit in between uses under a tree upside down so we rinsed them out just to ensure if any creepy crawlers were living in them they didn't crawl out while we were floating down the river!! Lol! My sister in law is deathly afraid of spiders. Hahaha! Anyway, just a thought. If you decide to rent this relaxing home you are in for a treat. It is so quiet in evening and in the day too. You also can sit on the docks at night, take a flashlight with you, make sure all lights are off and look up at the galaxy you live in. It is absolutely breathtaking!! If you make it down to the Seven Sisters Springs you are in for another beautiful scene. I could go on and on about this place but I will let you discover it for yourself. Now for Susan! She is so kind and just wants you to have a great time. She allowed us to check in early, even though we hit traffic and weren't able to take advantage of it. She then permitted us to check out later!!! She answers your messages promptly if you need her or have any questions. She is all about making sure you are taken care of. Please know that if you decide on this place for your spot to vacation you will not be disappointed in the least. We took our fur baby with us and she had the best time ever!! Just make sure Susan knows you are bringing yours if you do. I forgot to mention we were about half way to Seven Sisters and the sky opened up and it RAINED!!! I mean it R A I N E D!!!!!! We were laughing so hard that my brother in law tipped his Kyak🤣
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOSHUA F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious with comfortable and convenient location
Had a great time staying here. Sue is an excellent host with great communication. Took one of the kayaks out on the canals and into the Chaz river to explore some of the beautiful springs. I was traveling alone but the place was large enough for a family to comfortably fit in. Everything was clean and lots of amenities. Kitchen stocked with plenty of kitchenware, coffee maker, fridge, stove, etc. Screened patio was nice with table and chairs and had lots of gear for the water. TV, wifi, and DVDs too. My only regret is I didn't say long enough and next time I'll bring a fishing pole ;-)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, comfortable place to stay and kayak from.
My boys and I enjoyed our stay! We loved that it was just a short and pretty paddle to the Chassahowitzka River. This cute mobile home had everything we needed for our stay. The beds were comfortable and the decorations had a nice nature theme. The owner was friendly and helpful! Will definitely consider this place for future visits to the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Quiet Location That's Made To Feel Like Home
This property had everything needed for a 4 night stay. Clean, quiet, linens smelled fresh and the kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed to make family meals every night. Check-in, check-out procedures and all information needed were clear and the property manage made sure we knew we could text her for anything needed,. We would definitely recommend this rental property to friends and family and we would love to have the opportunity to stay here again next time we come down to visit family in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chaz experience!
Excellent location to access the river. Easy to find location. Enough parking for 4 vehicles. Very close to shopping and restaurants. The kitchen is moderately supplied, could use a few pots but has mostly what you need. The master bedroom definitely needs a new mattress. Overall we had a great weekend and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic trip
This was a very clean and comfortable place to stay. I'm really glad we picked this property to spend our vacation. It had everything we needed and was such a great, cozy atmosphere. We also got to use the kayaks, and spend some time outside. Thank you so much for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay & great location
Felt very comfortable staying here. Comfortable bed, clean, and had everything you would need. Not the fanciest place ever, but location was great. Took the canal to 7 sisters springs & the crack. Beautiful & peaceful! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what I was looking for
Quiet neighborhood and beautiful area. Kayaks were a grest added bonus. Comfortable amenaties, exactly what was stated and what we were looking for. Was able to utilize wifi to work a couple days. Nice place!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021