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Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat

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A compact RV kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a small countertop, and a seating area with a cushioned bench and a table. - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)
A park with benches and a pond. - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)
A recreational vehicle (RV) parked in a grassy area with a picnic table and chairs nearby. - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)
A compact kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel stove, a sink, and a window overlooking a parked vehicle. - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)
A compact bedroom with a bunk bed, a television on a dresser, and a beige textured wall. - Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat (Crystal River)
Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat

  • Summary:
    Professor Rousseau invites you to stay in his Fishing RV Retreat, one of several themed adventures awaiting special guests like you! This Private RV provides you a wonderful vacation atmosphere. We are in a secluded area, allowing you to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city and get in touch with nature. You’ll enjoy access to 300' of shoreline, a dock, and boat ramp. We welcome leashed furry friends at no additional cost!

    BEDS
    1 Queen Bed
    2 Futons

    The Space:
    Professor Rousseau had you in mind when designing your space. He insisted on comfortable furnishings that include a fully equipped RV kitchen and on-site laundry facilities to name a few. While Professor Rousseau was away on his most recent adventure, we converted his carport to a fabulous outdoor retreat complete with ample seating for all guests, a quaint fire pit, and a grill. We have provided you with many seating options to include Adirondack chairs surrounding the second wood-burning fire pit, dockside seating, plus your very own private seating area right outside your doors. Bring your boat, canoe, kayak, fishing equipment, binoculars, and camera! The sights and sounds are unlike anything you may have experienced both by day and night. All the wildlife here loves Professor Rousseau and you, his special guest!

    THE DIFFERENCE
    Professor Rousseau has a deep and personal commitment to you as his Guest to provide the highest standard of cleanliness. We will spend several hours between each stay to thoroughly clean and sanitize all surfaces.

    Guest Access:
    We have plenty of off-street parking for your vehicle, boat, canoes, or kayaks.

    We have a special parking area for boats and trailers. Please let us know if you will be bringing one so we may direct you to the parking area.

    The Neighborhood:
    Crystal River is best known as one of the few places in the world that vacationers may swim alongside the manatees in person during their winter refuge at Hunter Springs Park and Kings Bay. Hunter Springs Park features a sandy beach for swimmers, a kayak launch, a picnic area, plus a boardwalk for viewing manatees. Kings Bay also has a kayak launch, fishing pier, and three waterfront restaurants serving seafood, often fresh off the boat from the two waterfront fishing operations. Within a few blocks of these two iconic manatee hangouts are several incredible restaurants, cafes, and unique shopping venues on North Citrus Avenue. One of Professor Rousseau’s favorite places to shop and dine is Amy’s.

    Another City close by is Dunnellon. For those of you that have decided to launch your boat and travel to the Withlacoochee and Rainbow Rivers, two notable restaurants are the Blue Gator Tiki Bar and Swampy’s. Leave early to grab your boat parking spot during busy seasons!

    Check out the menus for these restaurants and more in your Fishing RV Retreat Home Book.

    Getting Around:
    If your idea of getting around includes a boat, kayak, or canoe, or if you enjoy fishing, you’ll love Professor Rousseau’s. Fish from our dock and utilize our fish cleaning station next to the shore. Launch your aquatic device from our private boat ramp or dock, and you’re on Lake Rousseau, a human-made 3,657-acre lake that offers incredible fishing opportunities. You'll find walleye, pike, smallmouth, and occasionally largemouth bass, year-round.

    Safety first! The lake is full of submerged stumps that provide cover for fish. Keep in mind high-speed boating may be dangerous.

    In your Fishing RV Retreat book, you will find a map of the boat pathway to the Withlacoochee and Rainbow Rivers which feeds our beautiful lake with water. The Rainbow River begins with a headspring basin that produces between 400-600 million gallons of freshwater per day. This river provides us with a glimpse of rare habitats full of a wide variety of fish, wildlife, plants, and looking-glass clear waters. If you would like access to the Gulf of Mexico several public boat ramps are available including one that is only a few miles away from your front door.

    Other Things to Note:
    Furnishings and accessories may vary.

    Interaction with Guests:
    Professor Rousseau believes that you are the most important person on earth during your stay as our guest. He understands that you may have questions or need something else, including recommendations for tours, dining, things to do, and places to see. Our team is committed to being available via the Airbnb app, or text. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything. It is Professor Rousseau’s goal that you are 100% satisfied with your stay and he looks forward to reading your 5-star review. Let us know what you need to make this happen!

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About the area

Crystal River is home to Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rainbow Springs State Park and Three Sisters Springs. Visit our Crystal River travel guide
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Crystal River, FL

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    9 min drive
  • Circle K
    16 min drive
  • Little Caesars Pizza
    16 min drive
  • Our Pub
    16 min drive
  • Loft
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Professor Rousseau's Fishing RV Retreat?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found the location quickly, able to gain access easily, and the RV was extremely clean. We had a very minor issue with the TV remote which the host resolved quickly. This was in a very serene, wooded area, so quiet, just what we needed. The lake was close by and no waiting at the boat ramp. Would do again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026