Top 10 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Citrus County, Florida - Updated 2024

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Citrus County was at one point part of Hernando County, Florida. It was named after the citrus trees that reside in its vicinity. Today, Citrus County holds some of the most favourable attractions on the West Coast, ranging from golfing, water and dining escapades to historical tourist spots and shopping arenas. The top picks on places to visit include Homosassa, Inverness and Crystal River. If you’re looking for a place to stay while you explore this enchanting township, these 10 Airbnb vacation rentals might be just the thing for you and your buddies!

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.

1. A treehouse on the river of Old Homosassa (from USD 111)

This single-bedroom unit can fit six guests comfortably, as it has a king-sized bed, a queen-size bed and a sofa bed too. You will be living in the midst of ancient oak trees with activities like family fun-day tours and kayaking within reach. Enjoy a peaceful evening by the deck, or stroll down to the waterfront restaurants and pubs that are pretty close by. Amenities include an indoor fireplace, cable TV, air-conditioning, WiFi and washer. No smoking or parties allowed.

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Homosassa, Florida, United States
12.04 km (7.5 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
198 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire bungalow 2 Beds 6 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
my favorites were the fully stocked kitchen and delicious coffee every morning
quiet private comfortable amenities above and beyond expected
the wifi is not too strong but overall a fun spot
the tree house was so cute and cozy
the kitchen is well appointed furniture comfortable and the cathedral ceiling and skylights are an added bonus
Cleanliness:
clean and lots of room
very clean had all bedding
place is clean lovely and cozy
cozy clean and great town
it is very clean
Host:
super nice staff on property
the hosts and guides were knowledgeable and extremely nice
the owners were so helpful and accommodating
everyone was friendly and helpful with any questions we had
staff are very helpful and friendly
Location:
walking distance to a great breakfast place
it is a cute little place
great atmosphere and appealing location
great location with a variety of eating and drinking options close by
perfect location perfect space for our family get away
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2. A waterfront apartment (from USD 71)

With your own private entrance and unit, you get to enjoy your privacy with the view of both Homosassa River and the Canal. There is a simple kitchen with a functional bathroom and a sitting room that has overlooks the river. It is a great place for fishing and viewing manatees. The Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park, shops and supermarket are close by. Amenities include WiFi, heating and air-conditioning, and a washer. This accommodation is not suitable for pets and kids under 2-years-old.

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Homosassa, Florida, United States
9.84 km (6.2 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
273 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 2 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the sofa bed has an inflatable mattress (best sofa bed i ever saw) which fits two comfortably
host supplied some breakfast rolls and coffee nice touch
would definitely recommend sheila’s apartment
the bed was great libels sparkling clean and the view was wonderful
we hoped that we could swim with them and take underwater pictures of them
Cleanliness:
very clean and comfortable
the space is spotless clean
everything was clean smelled good well taken care of
the apartment was sparkling clean
the space is clean and has lots of extras
Host:
sheila was a great host
sheila was a great host
she is very welcoming and informative
sheila was such a lovely host
great hosts sheila made us feel very welcome
Location:
great location close to springs
great location for visiting this area
close to nice restaurants and attractions
great location to see the manatees
centrally and scenically located to many attractions especially the homosassa springs state park which is only minutes away
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3. The River Pearl cottage (from USD 125)

If you’re looking for a romantic interlude while you’re away from home with your other half, it doesn’t get better than this Homosassa unit. This guesthouse is made up of a bedroom and a bath, as well as a well-equipped kitchenette and an elevated patio deck that’s great for BBQ grills. Your perks include free boat dockage, a fish-cleaning station, a private beach as well as use of the kayaks and bikes. Amenities include WiFi, a pool and TV. However, do note that this cottage is not suitable for pets, and no events are allowed.

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Homosassa, Florida, United States
12.62 km (7.9 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
450 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire loft 2 Beds 2 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the loft was absolutely gorgeous with a perfect sunset view and the breakfast of sunday was fantastic
the room and large adjoining deck overlook the river and surrounding grasslands with gorgeous sunsets
we also had an amazing delicious breakfast brought up every morning
the property is beautiful with amazing space and overall comfortable place to spend some time
this property offers a cozy tranquil setting to enjoy the old florida lifestyle
Cleanliness:
it was spotlessly clean and very attractively decorated
it is very clean cozy and beautiful
the room is comfortable beautiful and sparking clean
sunday has created such a lovely experience for her guests the apartment is gorgeous clean comfortable and stylish
better than expected beautiful and clean property host was amazing i would recommend to anyone
Host:
sunday is an amazing host
awesome place and hosts the great reviews speak for themselves
the host and hostess were friendly and helpful
sunday was a great host
sunday & sal were amazing hosts we enjoyed our stay so much
Location:
an amazingly beautiful location and home
super comfy bed and gorgeous location
lovely location pretty and comfortable room with a good sized terrace
it is a perfect little paradise with a wonderful place to watch the sunset
beautiful location on the water with loads of things to do both on and off the property
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4. A private room within a house for two guests (from USD 85)

Have a bedroom to yourself with a queen bed and an air mattress, as well as a private bath in this enchanting house that overlooks the forest end of Citrus County. You’d be able to enjoy a patio, an in-room refrigerator, as well as some great snacks and hot drinks. Amenities provided include WiFi, air-conditioning, free parking and luggage drop-off. Pets live on the property. No smoking nor parties will be entertained. There is a quiet time observed from 10.00pm - 6.00 am.

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Crystal River, Florida, United States
2.71 km (1.7 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
673 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Private room in guest suite 1 Bed 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
air con fan drinks and snacks
the quiet colorful and cozy place in pure nature was just perfect for us two
the space was fully stocked and super comfortable
this place was so quiet secluded and nicely appointed with a nice room private bath and private porch
and the light breakfast and snacks were an unexpected bonus
Cleanliness:
the accommodation is clean and quiet
the room was very clean and private
the room was clean convenient and quiet
beautiful setting sparkling clean and comfy
the place was nice and clean
Host:
mary is a kind and helpful host
mary and doug are awesome hosts
hosts were so friendly and helpful
mary is a gracious host and informative about the area
mary was a great host with excellent communication
Location:
great place close to crystal river
easy to find and central to many places in crystal river
this place is the best it is cute comfortable convenient and private
we had a nice walk around her quiet neighborhood
close to plantation and a perfect relaxing spot
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5. A private room in a coastal-front water-house with breakfast (from USD 44)

Stay in this unit and you’d be able to enjoy being strategically located to kayaking and swimming points, as well as a host of restaurants and springs too. This modern-deco home’s private bedroom has its own lock, a full-sized bed and comfy linen. Amenities accorded to you and your guest include cable TV, air-conditioning and heating, WiFi, a pool and use of the kitchen. There is a dog living on the property.

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Inverness, Florida, United States
23.91 km (14.9 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
151 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the breakfast (and coffee) were excellent
the bed linens are like sleeping on a soft cloud
breakfast and coffee in the morning was an added bonus and chocolates on the bed
loved having the bottles of water and especially the chocolate treat in the room
the space was perfect and the bed super comfortable
Cleanliness:
very clean and lovely place
super clean and very welcoming
super clean and very very comfy
the bathroom was completely clean
maggie & ric's place is beautiful clean cozy and quiet
Host:
they are very special hosts and care that we are happy at their home
she was a very gracious and thoughtful host
highly recommend their beautiful accommodations to anyone superb hosts
they both went above and beyond the expected duty of a super host
the facilities are better then you find in most hotels but the hosts made it feel like home
Location:
the location was close to town with many great restaurants
wow what a lovely place to stay
you walk into the room and it feels like walking into a hotel room
their airbnb is in the perfect location
ric and maggie's place is absolutely amazing
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6. The River House on the banks of Homosassa

A freshly renovated unit with three bedrooms, six beds and two baths, you’ll love the fact that the canal is just a couple of steps away from you and your family! The river itself can be accessed with kayaks or canoes from the hosts. Drop by during the manatee season and you’ll sight them for sure. Amenities include cable TV, WiFi, an indoor fireplace, washer and dryer. This unit is not suitable for pets and kids under the age of 2.

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Homosassa, Florida, United States
10.15 km (6.4 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
138 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 6 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the beds super comfy the fans efficient enough to leave the aircon off
the beds and linens were abundant and comfortable
my grand daughter who is 3 absolutely loved it but decided to sleep in bed with her mom
we enjoyed netflix at night relaxing and found everything we needed in the kitchen thanks to harry's labeling
bathrooms are gorgeous the pictures don't do it justice
Cleanliness:
the river house is clean and beautiful with very comfortable beds and amazing bathrooms
the house is well equipped for anything you might need and was clean and comfortable
it was very comfortable clean and well-equipped and we used the kayaks and screened porches every day
i would stay here any time excellent host clean comfortable and great location
the house is clean very comfortable and in a great location
Host:
harry was a wonderful host
we loved our stay and harry was a great host with communicating so we could resolve questions quickly
this home is very comfortable and welcoming the owners have anticipated your every need and prepared for it
harry was a great host and very attentive to our comfort
great house great owners would definitely recommend this property
Location:
what a great location for our vacation
it is seriously so close to the springs which is absolutely beautiful
amazing location where we paddled a few minutes to see the manatees
loved the house and the location
we came on this trip to see manatees and the location could not have been more perfect
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7. A private room and bath in a resort-style bungalow

Live at a cozy beach-themed resort bungalow; one that is close to Rainbow River and a bike trail. You’d be able to go scalloping or swim with the manatees (subject to seasonal times) and enjoy nature in other forms like the bird sanctuary or paddle-boarding. Amenities provided include air-conditioning and heating, WiFi, use of the kitchen and luggage drop-off. This accommodation is not suitable for pets and children under 2-years-old.

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Citrus Springs, Florida, United States
18.24 km (11.4 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
181 reviews  
Private room in bungalow 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
all the basic necessities were available to me including extra luxury such as a mini fan
the bed comfortably sleeps two (no saggy mattress here )
her home is gorgeous with blues and white furnishings creating a cozy setting
the bed was very comfortable the house is immaculate and the pool and view were breathtaking
enjoyed a swim in the pool and morning coffee pool side
Cleanliness:
very clean and comfortable environment
everything was clean and sparkling
my room was clean and comfortable
her house was very clean and nicely decorated
super cool place clean bedroom and bathroom
Host:
great host thank you
she was very kind
the host was very respectful of our privacy and had good divisions of space
sue was a wonderful host
sue was a great host
Location:
great location for trips to the local springs crystal river st
nice place and right on the bike trail
its an easy location to get to and is in a nice area
it is close to many great places in this part of florida
the location was easy to find and in a great spot
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8. A private room for two in Crystal River

It’ll take you no more than 7 minutes to get in touch with the highlights of Citrus County here, ranging from swimming holes and paddle boarding to Manatee tours and seafood meals. The room comes with a French-styled bed, elegant white curtains and fantastic natural light in the mornings. Facilities given include the use of the washer and dryer, WiFi, TV and game console. No smoking, pets nor events allowed.

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5.07 km (3.2 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
22 reviews  
Private room 1 Bed 2 Guests

9. An entire condominium in Crystal River

This spacious apartment comes with two bedrooms, three beds and two baths. It has an open kitchen cum living room, new flooring and comfy beds. There are two parking slots just at the doorstep, as well as a laundry room with both a washer and a dryer. Other amenities include air-conditioning, hot water, WiFi, a bathtub and a game console. This accommodation is not suitable for pets and a no-smoking rule applies.

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Crystal River, Florida, United States
2.59 km (1.7 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
76 reviews  
Entire apartment 3 Beds 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

10. A camper for a unique lakeside retreat

Enjoy nature while you’re closest to it, with an RV that will bring you closer to the hawks, owls and lake too! You’d be close to the clear springs (great for snorkelling!) and if you’re up for it, catch some bass by the docks. Amenities provided for you and your fellow traveller include cable TV, heating and air-conditioning, WiFi and breakfast. This accommodation is not suitable for pets and kids under 2-years-old.

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Hernando, Florida, United States
22.39 km (14.0 mi) from American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees
120 reviews  
Camper/RV 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the camper is very comfortable and has everything you'll need - including direct tv and wi-fi
the rv is equipped with everything you need and (importantly) aircon for a comfortable stay
it has great wi-fi and a large flat screen with a great selection of channels
the rv had plenty of space and the bed was comfortable
beautiful secluded setting comfortable accommodations with many thoughtful touches
Cleanliness:
our living area was spacious and very clean most of all the bed was amazingly soft
the rv has everything you need and is very clean and cozy
very clean rv hosts respected our privacy
it is clean comfortable spacious and has a beautiful lakeside view
the rv looks old on the outside but clean and well kept on the inside
Host:
she is an amazing host
ann was a wonderful host
ann was a great host
ann was a great host
great host very friendly
Location:
great location for relaxation
excellent location for visiting rainbow springs
the location is so special
the location was absolutely beautiful
easy access to many places of interest
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