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Relax and Play! Gulf Front, Private Home w/Pool+Pontoon Boat Rental

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A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking a body of water.
A living room with a sofa, a television, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
An indoor dining area with a large oval table and four chairs, overlooking a waterfront with houses and a dock.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.
A boat docked at a wooden pier with a clear view of the water and a distant building.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Perched along the water, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. It includes 1 hot tub and 1 outdoor pool. Enjoy activities like kayaking and hiking nearby, while taking in water views from the patio, deck, and balcony. This pet-friendly property offers access to golf nearby and water sports. Nearby attractions include Weeki Wachee River and Nature Coast Botanical Gardens.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Hernando Beach, FL
  • Place, Weekiwachee Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Jenkins Creek Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee River
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Guest, Water

1 King Bed

Game Room Extra Bed

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Guest, Street

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Guest, Water

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Relax and Play! Gulf Front, Private Home w/Pool+Pontoon Boat Rental

Spend your next vacation at "The Dolphin House," our beautiful 4 bedroom/3 bathroom home, while enjoying the Gulf of Mexico as your backyard! Pontoon Boat On-Site! Available for Rent

You will enjoy daily visits from dolphins, sting rays, and the occasional manatee. The private dock is the perfect place to fish or park your boat if you choose to bring one. There is a jacuzzi, a swimming pool, two large screened in areas overlooking the water, as well as multiple private docks for boating. This house is a fully furnished home with an upstairs and downstairs living room, a pool table, and bar. The entire space can sleep up to 10 people with three king beds, one queen, and a pull-out Murphy bed. The area is perfect for kayaking, scalloping, fishing (fish poles and tackle box ready to use), and sitting by the pool, soaking up the Florida sunshine!

Whether you're looking for a large space for your next scalloping trip or family get together or a more relaxing escape with nothing more on the agenda than sipping cocktails in the pool while watching the sun disappear into the Gulf, this is the perfect spot for you!

** This home is not suitable for those with mobility issues. The upstairs living area with kitchen is only accessible by exterior stairs.
**There is no interior staircase to connect the bottom rec room floor with the upper living area floor
**The garage is for owner use and storage only and not available to renters during stay. ** During Hurricane Season we encourage our guests to have traveler’s insurance

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
*Alert* - No Pool Fence. Open water access
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Ignore size limit - all pets are welcome
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2344564vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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 activities can be experienced at Weeki Wachee Springs and Bowlero Spring Hill. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Hernando Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Weekiwachee Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • beach near Jenkins Creek Park - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Weeki Wachee River - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 13 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Relax and Play! Gulf Front, Private Home w/Pool+Pontoon Boat Rental have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Relax and Play! Gulf Front, Private Home w/Pool+Pontoon Boat Rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Relax and Play! Gulf Front, Private Home w/Pool+Pontoon Boat Rental?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relax and Play! Gulf Front, Private Home w/Pool+Pontoon Boat Rental?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax and Play! Gulf Front, Private Home w/Pool+Pontoon Boat Rental?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relax and Play! Gulf Front, Private Home w/Pool+Pontoon Boat Rental located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Weekiwachee Preserve and within 9 miles (15 km) of Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Bowlero Spring Hill. Bayport Park Boat Ramp and Weeki Wachee River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was awesome, great value for the price. Communication with the host was great. Place was exceptionally clean and very well stocked for all of our needs. Would definitely recommend renting from this host. Sam B
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rented this home for my wife’s 60th birthday getaway. The home was absolutely perfect for our adult children and their families. Dave and Ashley were on point with communication, the home was spotlessly clean. We weren’t able to use the pool or spa due to the weather but the grandkids did and had a blast. The lower level was perfect for our daughter and our 2 and 3 yr old granddaughters. Couldn’t hear them fuss at all during the night! Saw a few dolphins swim by and a manatee right off the dock. Would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for a waterfront getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very large home with a beautiful pool area and view.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay and already can’t wait to return next year! The home was the perfect size for hosting friends and family who stopped by throughout the week. Having easy access to the pontoon boat right at the dock was such a bonus and the host was incredibly communicative and helpful with all of our many questions. The house was spotless and fully equipped with everything we needed. But the real added bonus was that view! Truly an amazing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house at a perfect location and easy boat ride to the channel Looking forward to staying again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of space, good for families
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely amazing time at this property in Hernando Beach. The house itself is fantastic, and the value for the money is incredible. One of the most unique features was the ability to rent the boat with the property — we’ve stayed at a lot of vacation rentals, and we’ve never found another place that offered anything like that. It truly made the experience unforgettable.Dave was extremely attentive and responsive throughout our stay, and his entire team was wonderful. From the cleaning staff to the maintenance man, the boat contact, and even the pool service guy, everyone we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and professional.We would absolutely love to stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a fun and unique Florida getaway.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay with our group

Loved the dock, lots of kayaks, super clean, kitchen very convenient. Def going there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a much needed family vacation. The location of this property is amazing. We woke up every morning to dolphins and manatees swimming right by the dock. We rented the pontoon boat and had fun fishing and cruising around. The hosts were very helpful and made my first VRBO stay very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay

Really nice outdoor amenities thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent vacation home!

Our family absolutely loved our stay at this Hernando Beach home. We took full advantage of everything this home had to offer. We truly hope to return to this home another time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hernando beach home

We rented home in order to experience weeki springs. Location was perfect. Host were terrific and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view!

My family really enjoyed there stay! Would highly recommend! If you love the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This vacation rental was equipped with just about anything you could need. Plenty of room for our family of 6 adults, between the game room downstairs, multiple docks to fish off of, kayaks to explore the canals, lounge furniture, bonfire with seating, and more, we did not fall short of things to do. The kitchen had just about any appliance you could need. The only thing that was different was the only set of stairs to access the main floor and the lower level was the spiral stairs outside. Great place to stay and enjoyed our time.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and house

We had a wonderful time here, the house was everything we expected. Owners helpful when we needed something. Loved watching the boats go by and just relax. Fire pit was an added bonus. definitely will go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

Lots of room and Great location on the water. Highly suggest the boat rental and going to the flats. Great communication with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

early June stay

we had a pleasant time, easy communication with property manager. would come back again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Dolphin House

The view was amazing. The home had plenty of room and patio furniture. Our family had a great time. We are definitely coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation

There was plenty of room for our large family group. The kids and young adults enjoyed the downstairs with 2 beds and game room while us older adults enjoyed the 3 bedrooms upstairs. We swam in the pool everyday and drove to the beach and kayaking where we saw multiple manatees. The owners were very helpful with questions and always quick to respond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing family vacation

The house had everything we needed for our family of 9. Teenager and little ones all had plenty to do. Fishing boating dolphins and loved the boat rental. GREAT TIME great house
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful House with Dolphins & Manatees

We've stayed every year for the last 7 years. Best location with lots of space, right on the Gulf with a large dock and pool. We rented a pontoon delivered right to the dock and they picked it up at the end. Owners very responsive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this house was perfect. We had 8 adults and had plenty of room for everyone. The pool was the perfect size and very relaxing. We fished off the dock and caught plenty of fish and crab. We rented the pontoon and went to the flats which was a ton of fun with the bands out there. Communication with the host was perfect everytime I texted I got an immediate reply and even talked with them on the phone a few times. I will be renting from them again. Perfect location for all the local restaurants also
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Location

There were six adults in our party and we had plenty of room. The location was fantastic, we saw dolphins off the dock every day. Boat rental on site was a great bonus. The hosts were super accommodating and replied immediately with their responses. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Florida 2025

The overall experiencewas exactly what we needed, to get away. The surprising thing was the destruction caused by the back to back hurricanes.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

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