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
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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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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.
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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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!
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
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!!!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!!!!
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 .
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!!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
Robert B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Kelly Winterling
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