| 5 miles from crystal river airport and a 15-minute walk from crystal river national wildlife refuge. guided snorkeling tours are also offered (fee). elegant rooms have minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers, along with wi-fi access and flat-screens. this upscale golf resort is 1. the spa offers treatments (fee) and there are 12,000 sq ft of meeting space. amenities include a 27-hole golf course, an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants and 3 bars. an on-site marina and dive shop sells fishing supplies and rents boats, kayaks and scuba gear. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. the 1-bedroom villas add kitchenettes and living rooms with pull-out sofas. parking is complimentary
Gainesville Regional Airport 1 hr 29
Crystal River Preserve State Park (14 min)
20 miles of coastline with islands, inlets, trails, wildlife viewing, fishing & a visitor center. Crystal River Archaeological State Park (13 min)
Remnants of the county's earliest human settlement, a prehistoric ceremonial center & burial mounds. Coastal Heritage Museum (7 min)
Local-history exhibits in a former city hall, built in 1939 from locally quarried limestone. Hunter Springs Park (7 min)
This wooded park is named for its natural springs & popular for a cozy beach with a kayak launch. Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park (13 min)
Showcase for native Floridian wildlife, including an underwater observatory for manatee viewing. Three Sisters Springs Visitors Center -Swim With Manatees (6 min) Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (18 min)
An undeveloped winter haven for endangered manatees, with a picnic area, bay views & a gift shop. Three Sisters Springs (4 min)
In the winter, manatees can been viewed from a boardwalk in this wildlife refuge with clear water. Homosassa Springs (14 min)
Large, historic spring in a state park, best known as a hot spot for wintering manatees. Hunter Springs Kayaks (6 min) Fun 2 Dive - Swim with Manatees (6 min)
Manatee and snorkeling Ozello (15 min)
Kayak fishing and kayaking Fort Island Gulf Beach Fishing Pier (13 min)
Popular spot for fishing, crabbing & spotting dolphins, with sunset views & a nearby beach. Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park West Entrance (14 min) Copp Winery & Brewery (5 min)
Winery, beer, wine, and wine tasting | 
