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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Weeki Wachee, FL
  • Weeki Wachee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Pine Island Beach Park
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Kayaks, Swim Mat, Water Toys! PET FRIENDLY - Weeki Wachee River Escape!

Old Florida charm meets modern décor in this fun canal home. Located right off the main river, 8 houses to be exact. Close enough to be in the action and far enough away for some rest and relaxation. The atmosphere of this home is cozy, fun, with a splash of good taste and class. This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home lays out over 1,380 sq. ft. of inside living space; with a 200 sq. ft. Florida/sun room and over 400 sq. ft. of outdoor deck space.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION- Close to Roger’s Park, where there is a public beach area, boat ramp and play ground. Also, close to the, always a good time, Upper Deck bar and restaurant. We love that this home is just West of the Shoal Line bridge making it a quick trip to the gulf for boaters and a quick paddle to the beautiful winding part of the Weeki Wachee river for kayakers.

Property manager

Kelly Winterling
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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

About the area

Spring Hill

Located in Spring Hill, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Colorama Music and Show Palace Dinner Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park.
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Weeki Wachee, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee River - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Pine Island Beach Park - 13 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kayaks, Swim Mat, Water Toys! PET FRIENDLY - Weeki Wachee River Escape! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Kayaks, Swim Mat, Water Toys! PET FRIENDLY - Weeki Wachee River Escape!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kayaks, Swim Mat, Water Toys! PET FRIENDLY - Weeki Wachee River Escape!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kayaks, Swim Mat, Water Toys! PET FRIENDLY - Weeki Wachee River Escape! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Weeki Wachee River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Bayport Park Boat Ramp. Bayport Park Pier and Weeki Wachee Springs are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jade J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We truly enjoyed this home! The facts it came with kayaks & was a waterfront home, was everything to us! They let us do an early check in, due to no one staying the previous night, so thoughtful of them! Home came with everything! My girls truly enjoyed this home! We had the best time, the home was so clean (to the point we had to tap the sliding door to see which was open!) Will recommend over and over again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet weekend on the river.

Nice river themed house on a canal. With all the amenities you will need, Third time staying there
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yadleris O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lil get away

The house was a beautiful house on the water it had kayaks we went down river an was a wonderful experience me and my family had. The rooms where so beautiful the kids loved the buckbeds and they had family game that the kids enjoyed we had a wonderful time definitely well do it again thanks Kelly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time Labor Day weekend 2024

Fun Labor Day weekend with the fam! Kayaking, swimming, grilling and chilling. This place was well accommodated and the perfect spot to spend some time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax & enjoy

What a relaxing place to vacation even if we had an unexpected guest (Hurricane Debbie). It rained the first 3 days we were there, but it forced us to relax. The water did rise & the wind blew but Kelly & Dave kept constant contact with us. We couldn't have asked for better hosts, accommodations & location. Everything you needed was there. Would definitely recommend this place & would stay again. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 stars

Great place to stay and great location! House had everything you need to be comfortable in the home and everything you need to play on the water. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!

House was clean and had everything you needed! The water matt was a huge hit! We spent most of our time just swimming in the canal. The outside area was perfect for our dog! We will definitely come back. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weeki weekend

Enjoyed the home and our stay! I would definitely stay at this home or another of their properties again! Owner was very responsive and the neighbors at the property were awesome too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay!

Our stay at the charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental house on the Weeki Wachee River exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the pristine condition of the property and the thoughtful amenities provided. The house itself is beautifully maintained and tastefully decorated, offering a cozy yet spacious environment for our group. Each of the three bedrooms was comfortable and well-appointed, ensuring a restful night’s sleep. The two bathrooms were spotless and stocked with all the essentials, adding to the convenience of our stay. The kitchen was fully equipped with modern appliances and all the cookware we needed to prepare meals, which was a delightful surprise. One of the highlights of our stay was the easy access to the Weeki Wachee River and the ability to have our boat behind the house. The provided kayaks and paddleboards were in excellent condition and greatly enhanced our experience. The location of the house is ideal! Overall this rental house had everything we needed and more! Kelly was extremely communicative and I will definitely rent from her again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Great stay. Hosts were extremely communicative. Check in and out was very easy. Location is great. We loved floating rigjt in front of rhe house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couples Trip

I highly recommend this house; it is all you need for a great vacation!! The owners are super responsive and accommodating. We were three couples and had all the space we needed!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M., Colorado Springs, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weeki Wachee River Escape!

We were visiting Florida to celebrate my mom's 90th birthday. Family was gathering from across the country, and we wanted one central location as a home base. This property was perfect for our needs, and our small dog. Three bedrooms and two baths worked well. The unit was well stocked with all necessary items for cooking, bedding. and bath. The location was as described, a short Kayke ride from the property to the Weeki Wachee River. We were able to sneak in a few rides in the supplied Kayke's down the river and were pleasantly surprised to actual Kayke with the Manatees, simply amazing. The owners were very responsive to any questions we had. Would definitely recommend this unit for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Memories!

We had a wonderful time at this home. Super clean, comfortable beds, great quiet neighborhood. We went kayaking three times and saw the manatees, that was awesome! Enjoyed lots of time in the sun room and on the deck. Thank you so much for being wonderful hosts. The home had everything we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florida Fun and Charm

Daily morning kayaking to visit the holes where we would see families of manatees. Swimming and playing in the water to refresh and enjoy in the afternoon. The house is clean and in a beautiful location, with lots of recreational things to do. We especially love the vintage Florida art and comfort of this charming home.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Vacation 2023

I'm thrilled to share our experience at this amazing house on the river. Our family spent Christmas week here and had a fantastic time. The house was incredibly well-equipped, making it a breeze to prepare Christmas dinner. The back deck provided a peaceful retreat, and could often be entertaining as we watched people make their way on the river. We kayaked daily and enjoyed going to the hospital hole to see the manatees. The hosts were consistently helpful and prompt in fulfilling any of our requests and providing us with information. Highly recommended for a memorable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob W., Clearwater, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Excellent property with tons of extras. This house has it all dog kennel, pack & play, games for all ages, numerous kayaks and paddle boards. Just remember to bring your fishing poles! House was super clean and communication with the property owners was excellent. Will definitely be coming back to this property!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy I., Sharon, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

relaxing getaway

We had an amazing time at Kelly's house on the canal. The house was just as pictured, Kelly and her husband were perfect hosts easy to get a hold of if we needed anything. We loved sitting out on the deck soaking up the sun,fishing and kayaking. Loved the little extras , charging cords in the master and the shampoo dispensers in the showers. The location was perfect as we were visiting family nearby. Lots of great restaurants. Will definitely consider renting again. Thank you for a great week! Only suggestion- we could have used another potholder .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to go back! Best vacation

The house is wonderfully updated and CLEAN!! with comfortable beds, reclining sofa, tv's in all 3 bedrooms, wonderful Florida room and deck. Everything you need!! Safe community, fenced area for pups. We had manatees come by the house everyday! Short kayak paddle to river...easy to kayak all around. Can't wait to go back. Most relaxing vacation. Host are WONDERFUL!! 10 🌟 stars!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

2nd year in this house and everything was still as advertised. House was clean and everything in good working order. We had a great time. Love the fact they allow pets.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation spot!

We had a great time at this home! It's decorated very cute and we liked the old Florida/Weeki Wachee prints hanging.There were plenty of supplies needed for the week and the hosts were super easy to work with. The kids loved playing in the water and kayaking!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even better than expected!

Everything in the description of this property is true! Great location and perfect setup for relaxing and water fun. We saw dolphins and manatees from the comfort of the deck! Also, we had a wonderful experience in the community itself. You could have as much quiet time as you want or be out on the water socializing as much as you want. Best of whatever you are looking for. This location is perfect for convenience to Weeki Wachee River and the magic you experience there BUT being able to not have crowds on the River basically in your yard constantly. Expect all of the little touches you don’t think about, along with every big box checked! Oh and, do not pass up having breakfast at the Silver Dolphin. All of their recommendations were great but I have to give extra “!!!!!” for the charm offered there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R., Orange Park, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We shared this house with another family. It was clean, organized, and it really felt like they thought it through when they set it up. Plenty of water toys to keep the kids hapoy and busy. The little kids loved the floating mat. It was a short paddle to Rogers park. We saw manatees and even a dolphin!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britnie M., Gainesville, ga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place!

10/10 would recommend! It was clean and easy access to the river!! Will probably be booking again next year!! Also the owners were very easy to talk to if any issues came up!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deejah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome river home

Our family really enjoyed this home. They had everything we needed and then some extras.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation

We had a wonderful time staying at this cute house. It was perfect for our family of five and dog. The kids loved swimming and kayaking around the canals as well as our family dog. There are plenty of kayaks, a paddle board and an amazing large yellow mat float that was very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Winterling

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We purchased this home as a family retreat for us our 2 kids and 2 dogs. We love exploring new places and meeting new friends. We work and live full time in Tampa but we enjoy our escapes to magical Weeki Wachee and we hope you do too.

Why they chose this property

We love the personal touches and communication when working with a private home owner rather than a property management company. We go out of our way to make our family's vacation home your family's vacation home.

What makes this property unique

Having the ramp for launching kayaks is very helpful.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests