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Lodging
An aerial view of the Howard Johnson's Riverside Inn. |
All the area resorts
and smaller motels are situated near the unspoiled, natural beauty of
Florida's Nature Coast, away from the crowds but close enough for day
trips to Central Florida.
MacRae's
of Homosassa
invites you to "come, stay and enjoy!" Established in 1917,
this family-owned and operated motel and
apartments
provide a great view of the Homosassa River from your front porch, and
is near thousands of acres of unspoiled wilderness and miles and miles
of clear, grassy flats. As Homosassa is renowned as one of the greatest
fishing areas in the world, MacRae's offers boat and motor rentals,
boat ramp and dock, complete line of fishing tackle, baits and lures,
information on local activities and free maps for guests. More information
on MacRae's may be obtained by writing P. O. Box 318, Homosassa, FL
344487 or 352/628-2602. Stop by Maggie Mae's BBQ at MacRae's for a treat.
Marina
Bay Inn ,
at 10386 Halls River Road, Homosassa Springs 34448, (352/628-2551, fax:
352/628-2118) has been featured in National Geographic as having the
best water available for photographing manatees. They offer canoe and
boat rentals, cottages, pontoons, bait and tackle, fishing guides, snorkeling
trips and equipment and more. Senior Discounts are $5.00 off cabin rentals
per night.
And
The
Last Resort! right
on the Homosassa River, have cottages and pontoon rentals by the day,
week or month. They may be reached at 800/968-7117, located 10738 Halls
River Road, Homosassa, FL 34448. All their units are riverfront, one
bedroom-2 dbl. beds, grills, boat dockage, fishing piers, guide service,
fully equipped kitchens and more.
Past
Yulee Drive on Halls River Road visitors may choose from numerous resorts.
Nature's
Resort ,
10359 W. Halls River Road, Homosassa Springs 34448, is also family-owned
and operated in a riverfront setting on 97 acres. Amenities include
cabins, boat rentals, marina, country store, hiking trails, games, tent
camping, pool, restaurant and tiki bar and more. They may be reached
at 800/301-7880. They offer discounts on Good Neighbors and Good Sam's.
Downtown
Homosassa Springs, on Highway 19, welcomes travelers to savor the atmosphere
of a small community. The
Ramada Inn ,
located on Highway 19 just south of Halls River Road, is unique with
antique cars on display. Featured is Wet Willie's Bar and Grill. Guests
and visitors may enjoy the patio and the scenery of Pepper Creek and
watching the boats come and go from the Homosassa Springs State Wildlife
Park, adjacent to the Ramada. The Inn has a lighted tennis court and
pool. Rates and guest service information may be obtained by writing
the Ramada Inn at 4076 S. Suncoast Blvd. (Highway 19), Homosassa Springs
34446, or by calling 800/442-2040. Senior Discounts are available at
the Ramada Inn of Homosassa Springs.
Howard
Johnson's Riverside Inn ,
a resort motel and marina on Cherokee Way at the Homosassa River, offers
tennis courts, a swimming pool, restaurant and lounge, and a breath-taking
view over the Homosassa River and the famous Monkey Island, replete
with monkeys. Boaters may dock their boats at the restaurant area. The
Inn offers a complete package of guest services. Seniors over 50 receive
20% discounts off room rentals. For more information, contact them at
352/628-2474, fax 352/628-5208 or write 5297 S. Cherokee Way, Homosassa,
FL 34448.
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