Front of The Chaz Black Hotel with two-story verandas, garden landscaping and warmly lit windows
Historic Nature Coast Lodge · Established 1910

Old Florida.
Beautifully untamed.

A century-old lodge near the spring-fed Chassahowitzka River—made for slow mornings on the veranda, long days on the water, and nights that feel far from everything.

8551 W Miss Maggie Dr · Homosassa, Florida 34448
Rooted in place

A historic lodge with the river at its doorstep.

The Chassahowitzka Hotel pairs genuine Old Florida character with the comforts travelers expect now: whole-house air conditioning, Wi-Fi, streaming-ready common spaces, continental breakfast, and self check-in.

Property details are based on current public lodging information and should be confirmed by the owner before publication.

Illustration of a two-story historic Florida lodge beneath a large oak
Since 1910

Built for porches, stories, and unhurried stays.

Wide verandas, oak shade and generous common spaces give the hotel the relaxed cadence of a classic sportsman’s lodge.

The Chaz

Close to the water. Far from ordinary.

Seven Sisters Springs and the Chassahowitzka River are a short walk away. Guests can build a stay around paddling, fishing, snorkeling, wildlife viewing, scalloping, golf—or doing very little at all.

The hotel was established in 1910 and extensively renovated in 2001, preserving its historic identity while adding modern conveniences.

9Bedrooms in whole-hotel listing
18Guests for select group stays
5 minApprox. walk to Seven Sisters
Comfort, considered

Historic doesn’t have to mean roughing it.

The property’s public listings describe modern guest comforts woven into a relaxed lodge setting—so the adventure can stay outside.

Whole-house A/CPlus ceiling fans
Free Wi-FiStay connected
Continental breakfastEasy mornings
Streaming-ready loungesTV · Roku · DVD
Veranda seatingRocking chairs & café tables
Outdoor grillAvailable upon request
Kayak access nearbyRentals available locally
Self check-inSmart-lock access
Ways to stay

Pick a room, a suite, or take over the whole house.

The hotel’s current lodging menu includes the Manatee Room, Captain’s Room, Chaz River Suite, Crystal River Suite, and an entire-hotel option for groups.

First-floor option

Manatee Room

Private room with an accessible first-floor layout in the current whole-hotel listing.

Classic retreat

Captain’s Room

A simple private room for travelers who want the hotel’s character without taking over the whole lodge.

More room to settle in

River Suites

Current hotel materials feature both a Chaz River Suite and a Crystal River Suite.

Gather everyone

Entire Hotel

A distinctive option for family getaways, fishing crews, golf groups and private reunions.

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Wake up under ancient oaks. Be on the river in minutes. Come back to a real room, a cold A/C, and a rocking chair waiting on the porch.

The Chassahowitzka Hotel · Florida’s Nature Coast

Make a day of it

Springs, wildlife, history and Gulf adventure.

The hotel sits in one of Florida’s richest outdoor corridors, with the Chassahowitzka River nearby and major Nature Coast attractions within an easy drive.

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Paddle & swim

Launch near the hotel and explore the Chassahowitzka River, Seven Sisters Springs and spring-fed side creeks.

See river adventures
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Meet wild Florida

See manatees and native wildlife at nearby refuges and the Homosassa Springs wildlife park.

Plan a wildlife day
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Go beyond the river

Explore Old Homosassa history, seasonal scalloping, golf, Crystal River and classic Weeki Wachee.

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Reservations

Your next stay starts here.

Choose your dates and guests, explore available stays, and complete your reservation through our online booking site. Need help planning a group visit? Jonathan is here to help.

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Stylized illustration of a manatee swimming in a Florida spring