Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 352-210-3050;
www.bigbendcharters.com
)
Inshore and offshore fishing charters start at $400 for four people.
Sleeping & Eating
Steinhatchee River Inn Motel
MOTEL
( 352-498-4049;
www.steinhatcheeriverinn.net
;
1111 Riverside Dr; r from $79; )
This classic motel-style inn has decent-size rooms and is close to the marina. Some rooms
have kitchens, and all have TVs, coffeemakers, wi-fi and refrigerators.
Steinhatchee Landing
RESORT
( 352-498-3513;
www.steinhatcheelanding.com
; 203 Ryland Circle; cottages from $150; )
This cute-as-a-button riverside resort community has one- through four-bedroom self-ca-
tering cottages clustered around a loop road, with a pool, country store, spa, and lusciously
manicured grounds bursting with hibiscus and palms. A two-night minimum stay is often
required.
Roy's
SEAFOOD
( 352-498-5000;
www.roys-restaurant.com
;
100 1st Ave; mains $15-25; 11am-9pm)
Since 1969, Roy's, which sits overlooking the gulf, has been a favorite for seafood. The
standard style is fried, but if you ask they'll serve it spiced and broiled, nestled up to sides
that include heaping portions of grits, fries, baked potatoes and hush puppies.
Information
There's no visitor information center, but information is available online at
Getting There & Away
Coming from either the north or south, take Hwy 19 (also called Hwy 19/27 and Hwy 19/
98) to the crossroads with a blinking light, then drive west on Hwy 51 to the end, about 12
miles.
