Unique Stilt House on the Nature Coast - Enjoy the View on the Gulf - Aripeka

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111.5 sq m

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Parking available
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Kitchen
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Hudson, FL

Nature Coast Botanical Gardens
‪9 min drive‬
Hudson Beach
‪12 min drive‬
Weeki Wachee Springs
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Unique Stilt House on the Nature Coast - Enjoy the View on the Gulf

This 2 Bedroom, 2 bathroom stilt home, with outside stairs, is located at The Point on Aripeka Key. **LOW FEES!!**

Home features gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico and dazzling Aripeka sunsets. It's a place to relax, renew, reconnect with nature, and enjoy the quiet pace of old Florida.

This home provides the ease of living in nature with access to parks, beaches, and the Gulf, while also providing easy access to big cities in short driving distance.

A tandem and single kayak are available for your use.

The home is located on a quiet street in "Old Florida" and is great place to fish.
The Point on Aripeka Key truly is nature's paradise.

Enjoy Aripeka Sandhills Preserve, Weeki Wachee Preserve, Weeki Wachee State Park (Home of the Live Mermaids), Pine Island Beach Park, Homosassa Springs, Crystal River, Ybor City, Tampa, Clearwater, and more are all nearby.

Publix grocery store and Walmart are moments away for daily necessity items.

This homes requires that you are able to climb stairs. Video surveillance on outside of property. Please be advised, all guests in the traveling party must be disclosed prior to arrival (this includes adults, children, and pets). Parties arriving with undisclosed persons, or pets, will not be admitted to the property and their reservation will not be honored.
Renter must be 25 years of age or older.
Children must be school age, or older, and we recommend they are able to swim. This home has direct access to the Gulf of Mexico.
NO PETS

Property manager

Heather Sultzman

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

We welcome school aged children (must swim)

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

2 dogs 25 lbs or less each current rabies add fees

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Never!

Quiet Neighborhood - No outside noise past 10 pm

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hudson

Located in Hudson, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Show Palace Dinner Theater and Colorama Music are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gulf View Square and Coastal Way - Coastal Landing. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park are also worth visiting.

Hudson, FL

What's nearby

Show Palace Dinner Theater - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
Hudson Beach - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
Weeki Wachee Springs - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
Weeki Wachee River - 26 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

‪Panera Bread - ‬8 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min drive
‪Frank's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Stilt House on the Nature Coast - Enjoy the View on the Gulf pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique Stilt House on the Nature Coast - Enjoy the View on the Gulf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Stilt House on the Nature Coast - Enjoy the View on the Gulf?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Unique Stilt House on the Nature Coast - Enjoy the View on the Gulf located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Show Palace Dinner Theater, Colorama Music and Nature Coast Botanical Gardens. Bowlero Spring Hill and Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

20 March 2025

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The view was spectacular!

We had a wonderful 6 week stay at Aripeka Key. The views from the front deck of the house were absolutely spectacular! A couple of times we had a manatee swim through in the canal right out front. Almost every day we could see dolphins feeding or just going for a swim in the inlet in front of the house. Heather was wonderful to deal with. We had a couple of small issues, she responded promptly and solved the problem. The beds were very comfortable. The living room comfortable. The steps up to the house are no joke, especially on move in day, but all the other day they helped me get my “steps” in . We did bring a boat with us, it took us a good week to learn the tides and more importantly how to secure the boat in the water. The concrete dock is not really a good place to dock the boat, not with the tides. We used the nice white sand right next to the concrete to “beach” it. Depending on the tides, low tide could result in almost no water in the canal. You definitely live by the tides if you are planning on bringing a boat. The fishing was great, the back waters were great, saw lots of wildlife while fishing the canals. We had manatees come right up to the boat. It was absolutely a wonderful 6 weeks for us. The house is nicely equipped and very welcoming.

Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

31 January 2025

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Aripeka 25

Amazing

Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

16 December 2024

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Very clean...

the home was very clean and the view at sunset was amazing. I would highly recommend this home.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni F.

4 April 2024

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First time in Florida !

Wow what an amazing place to rent ! UNIQUE ! So awesome that the house has kayaks and paddle boards for our use. We used them everyday in the mangroves in front of the house !! Such beautiful sunsets every night !! The house was immaculate it was perfect!! Had sooo much fun. You will need to drive a bit to get to places but so well worth it !!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

24 February 2024

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Excellent getaway

We enjoyed your home immensely. It had everything we needed. When I had a question, your response was very quick and I appreciated that. There are many wonderful things to do around your area and believe me when I say.. we hit most of them in our 4 week stay. 😊 Very much enjoyed the Nature Coast. Thanks again.

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan and micahel f.

22 October 2023

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Aripka Key

Beautiful property spectacular view Well stocked kitchen and bathroom Very clean Comfy beds Lovely quiet neighborhood Easy check in and check out Property exactly as described in VRBO ad

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

26 September 2023

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Perfect

Absolutely perfect place to stay! The home was very clean and well stocked with essentials. Our host was wonderful and responsive to any questions or needs that came up. You won’t want to stay inside at all! The porch has the most beautiful view and spectacular sunsets! We kayaked and fished, seeing dolphins, otter, manatee, and many different birds! Aripeka is a sweet little community but only minutes from shopping and entertainment. There are two Preserves nearby with great walking trails. We absolutely loved our stay and hope to return soon! Five stars and highly recommended !!

Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianna T.

1 July 2023

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Paprika key

The house was as advertised, very clean and well stocked. The front porch had an excellent view. Very relaxing

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H., Garland utah

8 April 2023

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Best place to stay in Florida.

Clean and comfortable. Quick response from owner. Neighborhood is lovely. Quiet and peaceful. Beautiful view. Lovely host.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

3 April 2023

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Enjoyable Visit

This was a nice, quiet neighborhood. I was on a working vacation and I was able to get lots of work done while enjoying an incredible view. Plus, it's only 10 minutes away from The Lift cable park.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

26 March 2023

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Beautiful

Very beautiful location, nice & quiet. House was amazing with a beautiful view!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

21 March 2023

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The Memories will last forever

This the second time we have reserved this rental. If you have teens that love to fish and love nature and the outdoors…This is the place. I love that I can see my teens from the balcony, when they are all go-go-go and I can relax knowing I can see wherever they are in the bay… I seem to have great quality time with them with out the hustle bustle juggling work and school. We have definitely made some good memories, and that fact that we can bring the family pet along, is just icing on the cake…Our first trip their the kids found a couple sunken boats, they felt like the Pouges on the movie OuterBanks, this trip they found and island to camp on… can’t wait for our next adventure….

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

11 February 2023

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Incredible Views, Great Host!

The house is comfortably furnished, and offers stunning views of the Gulf, sunsets, and mangrove-fringed saltmarshes that teem with wildlife. We were entranced by the manatees basking in the warm spring that bubbles up in the Gulf, dolphins frolicking in the shallows, the birds... If you're able to pry yourself away from the views, you'll discover that you're in a great position to access the attractions of "The Nature Coast" and the Tampa/St. Petersburg/Clearwater/Tarpon Springs metro areas. We enjoyed visiting the barrier islands, beaches, museums, gardens, restaurants... Also, the house is convenient to many provisioning options such as Publix, Wal-Mart, the local farmer's market... This is a special place with a gracious host. Thank you, Heather, for sharing it with us!

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T., Madison, Wisconsin

27 December 2022

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Practically perfect in every way

This place is exactly as pictured, plus clean and well stocked with towels, paper products, cooking utensils - even games and books! We headed to the nearby Publix the first day to get groceries and we could pick up anything we forgot at Norfleet's, which was an easy stroll down the road. Maybe the one thing that was a surprise was that the view was far better than the pictures lead you to believe - the bay is closer, the water crystal clear, and the sunsets amazing! Despite the cool temps (coldest Christmas in 30 years while we were there) we got out on the kayaks (you must do this) and enjoyed walking around the neighborhood and the nearby nature preserves. We recommend the mermaid show at Weeki Wachee (not as hokey as you might think), and this time of year the manatees were everywhere. While it was a bit chilly to spend much time on the porch, the big windows allowed us to enjoy the sunsets from inside while we savored family time and delicious meals. The host, Heather, was accessible but inobtrusive and we had no need to bother her. This place was perfect for our needs, which was to spend time together and enjoy nature. If you are looking for beaches and high rises, this won't be for you, but if you want to getaway from the city and unwind, you can't beat The Point at Aripeka!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

8 August 2022

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Made the best memories.

Memories to cherish a lifetime. Had the best time.. our teen boys found an old ship wreck, I caught a beautiful sunset, and had dolphins come up to my kayak, and the boys caught a snook… hoping to make this a tradition next year

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H., Belleair Beach

18 July 2022

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Nature Coast getaway from the fray

We had a lovely few days at the Point, a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city life that hit the spot! Stunning view overlooking the mangrove islets in the bay, a sweet kayaking paddle. Definitely hike the sandhills trails of Weeki Wachee Preserve, and check out the hidden gem of the Nature Coast Botanical Gardens in Spring Hill. And thanks to Heather, our excellent host for providing us this opportunity to get away from the fray!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory J.

11 July 2022

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Great view, beautiful place and neighborhood.

We had a great visit. The history is amazing. Heather was quick to respond to questions. One of the best vacations I’ve had in a long time. Plan on going back next year if available.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Donald H.

4 July 2022

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Nice House

We enjoyed our time here. Little more remote than we thought it would be. Very peaceful and beautiful!

Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob J.

2 June 2022

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It was a beautiful little house beautiful scenery great people that lived around us to it was an awe

It was very easy to get set up and the house was ready when we got there

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

SaraJane T.

28 April 2022

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Quiet getaway

This location was just what we needed. Daily show of watching the tide changes, manatee came by one day. Good food not too far away.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louis R.

31 March 2022

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Belle propriété avec magnifique vue!

Propriétaire soucieuse de la satisfaction et confort. Secteur Aripeka en nature. Accès à un petit quai pour balade en kayaks sur canaux. Nous avons beaucoup aimé Lyne, Louis

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

10 March 2022

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Great grandma visit

We had such a wonderful time! Beautiful views, very clean. Heather is a terrific host and such a nice lady. Location was great for us as my mom and grandmother were 20 minutes away. Visited Homasassa Wildlife park, lots of time with family and weather was great! Mid to upper 80’s

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda K., New Freedom, PA

30 December 2021

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Great Location

Had great time , house suited our needs, neighborhood and neighbors are very nice. We were able to go north , south, etc. for hiking, fishing and visiting friends. No complaints! Thanks!

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

21 December 2021

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Peace and Quiet! Excellent Views!

This was my first experience with VRBO! Could not have been easier! Everything was exactly as advertised! We were so happy with everything! Will definitely be a repeat customer!

Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

18 July 2021

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Staying in Old Florida

The beach house is on a beautiful marsh with lovely morning sun. The area is quiet which is great for relaxing. There were many restaurants a d activities within an hour drive. The owner Heather was very responsive to our questions . We enjoyed the wildlife. Bridge fishing is a short walk up the road. Great place and great host.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Heather Sultzman

I am a Florida native. I love the outdoors, fresh seafood, great drinks, and wild adventures. I look forward to sharing the journey with you.

Why they chose this property

My homes are a part of my family's legacy on Florida's Gulf Coast. In the late 1880's my family moved to Aripeka for the climate; they stayed for the fishing, birds, dolphins, manatees, and more.
In Aripeka, I invite you to have a true Florida adventure, try exciting new foods, or to simply sit on your porch and enjoy the view. Aripeka is a place to appreciate life. I welcome you to the true Nature Coast whenever you're able to join me.

What makes this property unique

My homes are family built and family managed. We look forward to sharing the journey with you.

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Hudson

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10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

The view was spectacular!

Debbie F.

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Aripeka 25

James S.

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Very clean...

William M.

10/10 Excellent

Jenni F.

First time in Florida !

Jenni F.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

Excellent getaway

Suzanne A.

10/10 Excellent

susan and micahel f.

Aripka Key

susan and micahel f.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

Perfect

Jeffrey L.

10/10 Excellent

Dianna T.

Paprika key

Dianna T.

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H., Garland utah

Best place to stay in Florida.

Kristi H.