Karen Carnes

Karen moved to Homosassa in 1991 from Leesburg. She became familiar with Citrus County while visiting her father here when he was working at the Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park as a Construction Supervisor. Karen met the love of her life here and also fell in love with the area.

Karen has been involved in the swimming pool industry in Citrus County for 22 years. She got her Real Estate License in 1996. She has also been involved in local networking groups and has great people skills. When she is not working, she enjoys being on the water with her family, swimming, fishing, scalloping, scuba diving and also riding her Goldwing motorcycle.
Karen is proud to be a part of the Plantation Realty team and would like to help you with all your real estate needs.

Old Homosassa retreat Separate quarters for those who want to live there and rent nestled on 2.50 on Mason Creek giving you direct access to the Homosassa River and Gulf of Mexico. Inside this 2 story beauty you'll find a wood burning fireplace, vaulted ceilings, windows every time you turn with new blinds. Newly installed tankless water heater, washer/ dryer, roof in 2018 and HVAC in 2021. On the first level is a mother in law suite with full kitchen, bedroom, plenty of storage, full bathroom and two entrances from the garage or patio. Easy access from the 1st floor to the second with your own elevator. Partially fenced yard and doggy doors throughout the home giving easy access to Foo Foo or Fido. Outside is a large pond feed by the river. Two docks. Plenty of room to start a garden or keep your boat trailers and kayaks. A full sprinkler system with the option to use the water from the river. Great location to boat ramps, local waterfront restaurants like the Monkey Bar and the Freezer. Golf cart friendly community. There is also the potential make make this a lucrative AirBnb or VRBO. $1,374,000 Active

6577 S Beagle Drive Homosassa, Florida

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,082 SqFt 2.520 Acres

Never miss another Florida sunset! Right from the front porch are the most spectacular views of St Martins Preserve. This luxury 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom pool home comes equip every up grade you could image- not a penny was spared! Starting with a kitchen fit for the executive chef (2022)- Custom cabinetry. Plenty of countertop space including a large kitchen island, all with exotic Dalmatia granite countertops, all new Viking Appliances including a professional 48’’ gas range with 6 burners and a griddle plus double oven, a Viking range hood with external ventilation, and a professional 84” tall counter depth refrigerator. Two undermount deep workstation Delta sinks with Moen faucets with sensor technology, Insinkerator garbage disposal. Built-in Viking microwave, dual zone wine cooler (Thor), and Viking dishwasher. Pull-out pantry and ample storage space. New metal roof, hurricane rated windows, water heater in 2022. Home also features a whole house water filtration system. Home renovation in 2021 includes; wood patio ceilings, fans, remarcited pool, patio pavers and roll up screens. Flooring the in living, bed/ bathrooms and replastered the vaulted ceiling in the living room. Renovated master bedroom porch with new screen enclosure, wood ceiling and Moroccan tile. Resort feeling with multiple seating areas to enjoy, including a private beach with firepit. Great for entertaining and enjoying all that Florida and Crystal River has to offer. Excellent location for kayaking and dolphin spotting, birdwatching and, fishing- Canal leads to Salt River. It holds some of the most productive in-shore fishing in the area. A short boat ride to the Crystal River, Kings Bay and Three Sister Springs for swimming with the manatees. $789,900 Pending

12123 W Bald Eagle Court Crystal River, Florida

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,044 SqFt 0.400 Acres

Enjoy this Pristine Fresh water springs gem overlooking the world renowned Three Sisters Springs! What a great location to swim off your dock, golf cart over for dinner or a Sunset cruise to The Gulf of Mexico. Just out the back door is crystal clear deep water, floating covered dock. Cozy 4 bedroom with a completely remodeled kitchen w/wood cabinets, large island with cook top and breakfast bar. Open concept from the kitchen to the living areas. There's a fantastic formal dining space for family gatherings or parties. Other features include: fireplace, large sliding doors to the large deck and oversized enclosed lanai. There is no other place in the world that you can interact with manatees like you can from you back porch! Just a short distance to downtown for all your local shopping, eating and festivals! Come live the Florida lifestyle the way the locals do! $649,000 Pending

1004 SE 5th Avenue Crystal River, Florida

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,114 SqFt 0.270 Acres

From the moment you pull up to the front yard, you will be struck by this homes character and beauty! Situated on a double lot set back on a greenbelt surrounded by beautiful landscaping. The long concrete driveway extends to a side-entry garage that has been drywalled and painted and boasts several cabinets. Complete with a service door and a workbench. A new screened porch entry grants access into the impressive interior. Step into the living room and notice the elegant double tray ceiling. Adding decorative flair are lavish custom treatments that drape the pocket sliding glass doors to the lanai and pool area. To the right of the foyer is the formal dining room, a sophisticated but comfortable space. Sunlight streams in through a large window with custom treatments. The dining room provides an inviting backdrop for all occasions. Equipped with custom oak cabinets and Corian countertops with beveled edges, the eat-in kitchen is stylish and functional. Comfort and luxury await you in your master suite! A set of sliding glass doors open to the pool and patio. Storage space also abounds in the master bedroom with a pair of walk-in closets, a stand-alone shower and a double vanity. There are four more bedrooms nearby. One of the guest rooms boasts a large walk-in closet and shares a private bath with pool entry. The screened lanai that overlooks the backyard is great for entertaining. Enhancing the entertainment value, the lanai is also home to a heated pool with a spa! This property was specifically built so that the sun would not hit the front and back of the house all day. Tons of community amenities, including access to an Olympic-sized swimming pool, tennis courts and a fitness center. $569,900 Active

1 Cyclamen Court E Homosassa, Florida

5 Beds 3 Baths 2,764 SqFt 0.700 Acres

Rare open water views of the Homosassa River right from your kitchen window! Perfectly located on the river for quick direct access to the fresh water springs and the Gulf of Mexico, NO BRIDGES. Close to multiple restaurants and bars by way of boat, golf cart or car! Nicely updated throughout the home which includes granite kitchen counters, wood cabinets, bathrooms, added "man cave", inside laundry and two open porches under air. New seawall in 2020, HVAC in 2016, roof over in 2013 over the dining room and windows in 2013. Private boat ramp on the neighborhood. Tons of storage space through the home and outside in a 20x20 shed. This gem would make for a great AirBnb or VRBO, winter escape from the snow or full time residence! Come check it out today! $449,000 Active

10288 W Twin River Lane Homosassa, Florida

2 Beds 3 Baths 1,960 SqFt 0.170 Acres

Lovely three bedroom two bath furnished home located in Indian Waters of Crystal River on a cul-de-sac offering great privacy. Close to the FAMOUS Crystal River Archaeological State Park- Indian burial grounds and the trails. The home is located outside the city limits and would make for a great nightly rental. New roof and HVAC in 2018. The kitchen features nice corian counter tops, a breakfast bar, plenty of storage and space for those large family dinners. Separate dining and living rooms. There is also an attached workshop that could be used as a game room. Centrally located to boat ramps, local shopping and dining. Just a short boat ride to The Crystal River, Gulf of Mexico, Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Springs. Currently being used as a long term rental with great tenants. $289,000 Active

4104 N Sun Dance Point Crystal River, Florida

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,144 SqFt 0.240 Acres

Home is set in a rural 2 and a half (MOL) acre community with cedar trees lining the front perimeter and the Water Oaks offering shade and character. The property is fully fenced and can have separate areas for gardening and small animals. 2006 home features open cathedral ceilings with crown molding, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a screened in front porch w/carport. Other upgrades include new vinyl plank flooring in living room & bedrooms. Spacious floorplan with large island kitchen and plentiful cabinets. Kitchen area has a wall of windows with marble sills letting a lot of natural light. Master bedroom has a large sitting area and a full size walk in closet. Bedrooms and living area all have lighted ceiling fans. Laundry room leads to a ramp deck in the rear of the home. Property has a multitude of uses and would be ideal for a buyer looking for some peace and quiet and plenty of room to spread out. To the east of the homesite stands a large 20 x 80 ft. multi-purpose metal building on a concrete slab with three sections. The first part features a carport, followed by a double sized deep garage with laundry area, a foam insulated room remodeled into a studio with kitchen and bathroom. Structure is very sturdy and is rated for 130 mph gusts. There are three gated entrances from S. Tropicana Ave.— two leading to the homesite and one leading to the studio/workshop/garage site. There is also a packed lime rock parking pad with power hook up ideal for an RV not far from the private well. The large workshop can serve as a place for storage, a small home based business, and even a hurricane shelter. $280,000 Active

6655 S Tropicana Avenue Lecanto, Florida

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,404 SqFt 2.650 Acres

It's all about location, and this site has it! Even zoned CG- open that business you've been dreaming about or build the home you've been wanting. Located in the heart of Crystal river and close to all things such as local shops, restaurants, manatee tours, kayaks and paddle boards and all the festivals. Did I mention it's golf cart friendly? Just around the corner from the world renowned Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Springs Park, Pete's Pier and Kings Bay. A short boat ride to the Gulf of Mexico for all your blue water fishing and scalloping! Come check it out today! $229,000 Active

TBD NE 3rd Street Crystal River, Florida

0.680 Acres

It's all about LOCATION! Affordable opportunity to be .3 miles from the historic downtown Crystal River. 1 mile to Hunter Springs and Kings Bay Park for swimming in the springs, sunning on the beach, or launching your kayak. 1 mile to the world renowned Three Sisters Springs. The Crosstown Trail is two doors down - great for walking or biking. Once completed, King's Bay Riverwalk will be 1 mile away. Quiet street with beautiful trees. Paved road, city water and sewer. 0.26 acre homesite with partially wooded mature trees. Deep lot 75 x 150. Single-family residential or multiple-family residential zoning. Easy and quick access to the Suncoast Parkway to get to Tampa Airport and the white sandy beaches of Clearwater/St. Pete. Don't miss this opportunity to be smack dab in the middle of all things Crystal River! $25,000 Pending

TBD NE 10th Street Crystal River, Florida

0.260 Acres

Located in a high traffic location on Hwy 19 in Crystal River next to Diary Queen and the Crystal River Airport. A total of 4 units, and a total of 5,580 of leasable space. High occupancy rate. A new roof going in for approx 50,000 by end of year 2022 zoned GNC. Brand new roof $499,000 Active

731 N Suncoast Boulevard Crystal River, Florida

5,580 SqFt 0.320 Acres

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