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Waterfront Home on the Beautiful Weeki Wachee

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House view from the water.
Exterior
One of many Manatees you will see in the river!
Tie up your boat right out front!
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Weeki Wachee, FL
  • Weeki Wachee River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Home on the Beautiful Weeki Wachee

This is the perfect spot for the fishing enthusiast or just to sit back and relax, you have found the right place! The house, right on the water, is on one level with no stairs to climb. Just an hour north of Tampa and St. Petersburg and minutes from Hernando Beach, restaurants, and shopping, this vacation rental is secluded but convenient. Only 20 minutes by boat to the Gulf of Mexico down the winding waters of the beautiful Weeki Wachee River. Two (2) canoes are available for guest's use at no additional charge. Our home is just minutes from Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. This is a no smoking home.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
Small Dogs or Cats. Pet Fee Required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet time after 8pm.

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Spring Hill

Located in Spring Hill, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Weeki Wachee Springs and Weeki Wachee Springs State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Weeki Wachee, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Bayport Park Pier - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Pine Island Beach Park - 13 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sonny's BBQ - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Home on the Beautiful Weeki Wachee pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Home on the Beautiful Weeki Wachee?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Home on the Beautiful Weeki Wachee?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Home on the Beautiful Weeki Wachee located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Weeki Wachee River and within 6 miles (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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

Weeki Wachee

Excellent location with gracious host. Very well stocked and clean place. Had a great time!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

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

Perfect little Paradise!

We needed somewhere while we looked for our new home in the area!! Flip was amazing and easy to get ahold of and his place was amazing! Had everything we needed for our 3week stay!
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shari W.

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

We loved it!

This Cottage feels homey as soon as you walk in. It has everything anyone can want. Great location with many things to do. Flip is very caring & helpful. We can't wait to stay again!!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Great house, well stocked.

This property felt more like a home than a rental. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dale G.

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

Relaxing vacation

Flip is a great host the house is decorated very well and you have everything for entertainment. The house is facing perfect you can watch the water all day. Our dogs couldn’t get enough watching the lizards and squirrels. We saw some manatees within an hour of being there. This was one of the best places I have stayed at.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

k f., Columbia, SC (USA)

WONDERFUL GET-A-WAY

We have just returned from our week in the cozy little Weeki Wachee cottage and we miss it already. The whole family had such a nice time and our boys already want to know when we can go back. If you are looking for a neat, clean and comfortable place to stay, this is it. We found it to be nicely updated with everything we needed right there. We canoed and kayaked (rented) all over the river and most evenings sat on the dock watched the mullet jump and enjoyed a cold beverage. This is a great location to base day trips out of, with Crystal River and Homosassa to the north and Tampa, Tarpon Springs and some great beaches to the south. Check out Becky Jack's Food Shack on Cortez Blvd while you are at it but, mainly just enjoy the peacefulness that the Weeki Wachee has to offer. Thanks Flip for a great week!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie Y., West Palm Beach, FL

Great cozy cottage that has it all

This was one of my best stays with Home Away. The home had everything you could think of or need. This property had things that you may forget but are happy when you see its there. Close to main hub of weeki wachee, walk to rogers park. Easy to launch your boat. We enjoyed a nice week, with great weather and several boat trips to the river and ocean. Saw many manatees from house and on river. Lots of wildlife around. Home was clean and comfortable. Beds were very comfortable. Barbecued a few times then went out to many of the great restaurants in the area. Shopping is wonderful in Spring Hill, the city has really built up with some great stores. Owner was thoughtful and answered any questions we had. Neighbors were very friendly too. Ill be back for sure. Thanks Flip
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Great stay at Flip's house, like being a guest of a close friend!

My wife, 11 y/o daughter and I stayed at Flip's house for a week over spring break in April. He has a lovely little house, nicely decorated, very clean, and well equipped with all the amenities you could need. Flip was super responsive, quickly answering multiple emails with questions beforehand, and he called while we were there to check how we were doing. It is stocked with needed extras like coffee filters, band aids, aloe, extra shampoo, condiments and spices, etc. The kitchen is well-equipped with all the pots and pans, dishware and flatware needed for river side meals. He has canoes, and fishing rods, and conveniently there is a small marina a few doors down with bait and tackle. The owner is very friendly and helpful. We brought additional paddleboards and a sea kayak and were on the water every day. The Weeki Watchee is incredibly clear, with nice little homes lining some of the riverway as it curves inland to the springs 5.5 miles away. What a joy to walk a dozen steps and be on such a lovely creek. The first night there we took out one of Flip's canoes and viewed a pair of manatee, on another night we canoed as a family to dinner less than ten minutes away at the Upper Deck restaurant, and had a very nice meal overlooking the water. If you keep heading in that direction you travel along some canals lined with fun homes as you head toward the salt marsh and the Gulf. From Flip's house you can paddle about 15 minutes and watch the sunset … which we did most nights. Another hour in a sea kayak in that direction will get you to the Gulf of Mexico, and you can continue to paddle along the coast. The house has a wonderful location! We went snorkeling with manatee in a bay and 3 Sister's Springs, and snorkeled down the wonderfully clear and cool Rainbow River. We used Crystal Lodge Dive Center for those trips. We fished off the dock, went to Clearwater Beach, and spent a day at Honeymoon Island State Park. We really enjoyed the park, the natural landscape there, the beautiful white sand beach, and the clear water. On the way home we toured the waterfront at Tarpon Springs. It was a joy to see the sponge boats, fisherman cleaning their catch, and looking through some shops; rich Greek culture and history there. We also visited the Homosassa Springs Animal Reserve which was wonderful. We had a great vacation at Flip's home, such a unique area, and he is a gracious and kind host. We'll see the lovely mermaids next trip!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

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

Another great stay

This was our 7th year renting this clean place with all the amenities you need. Nice and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice P.

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

Weeki Watchee Cottage

The cottage is exactly as advertised and very well equipped. Great place to canoe and fish and see manatees. (Winter). A highlight was taking an airboat ride from the marina out to the gulf where we saw dolphins playing.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charity J., Lutz, FL

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

Weeki Wachee/Scallop Getaway!

This property was perfect for our stay! We didn't get many scallops, but we did get a lot of fish!!! We hung out at the Hernando flats on our mat. Enjoyed the cool springs. Watching the mullet jump outside the house was awesome! The firepit was great, we made smores! The house is equipped with everything you need for a week stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Clean and Comfortable

Great little house. Comfortable and very well stocked. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette D., Wisconsin

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

Quiet and peaceful

We stayed at Flips house for ten weeks. House was clean and check in was easy Weather didn’t cooperate at first but got better. Saw lots of manatees some came right up to the dock. Fishing was not very good this year but neighbors who have been coming there for years said it is usually really good. Did catch a few small mangrove snappers.
Stayed 70 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Imelda S.

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

Perfect place

House was wonderful! Have everything we needed and great location.easy access to the weeki wachee river . Owner is very nice !Definitely stay again !
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie D.

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

Peaceful

Great place. Very clean and has everything needed. Very peaceful and quiet right on the water. Good spot to fish from the docks or go kayaking. The kids had a blast all week. Would highly recommend Flips place.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawnna B.

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

Quite little cottage

Flip was very nice and answered all my questions. The rooms were clean and everything well stocked. Would stay there again once our kids got a little bigger.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bobby J.

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

Perfect trip. Nice place

Great little house on the river.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

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

Relaxing

The property was very clean. We enjoyed the canoes and Jon boat. It was just a short distance from Pine Island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Michael E.

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

Flip

Flip was an outstanding host, always available when there were questions. The cottage is older, like most every other place in Weeki Wachee Gardens, but it was spotless and comfortable. Speaking of comfortable, the master bedroom has the most comfortable king size bed, I’ve ever been in I traveled alone, so the location is very near a marina where kayaks or jons can be rented. It’s a busy spot, with river craft coming and going, but it’s summertime, so more folks vacationing were to be expected
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Feleshia D.

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

I want it to be my little secret

This trip was peaceful and so much fun. Wildlife is abundant. Fishing was great. Weeki Wachee State Park is very family friendly. This home was quite a home away from home. Flip and Penny have everything you need and more. No need to spend the first of your vacation at the dollar store for paper products and other necessary items. The only thing you need is food if you choose. The restaurants were nice. Bonefish Grill and Zigzag Scallops were tasty. The grill works and the fire pit was an added touch! Thanks for letting your home be ours for a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Home away from home!

This little house on the water was perfect for me & my husband. The house was fully equipped and SO comfortable. It would suit a small family also. The host was absolutely wonderful.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

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

Canal Home

The house was very nice and well stocked. I wish there had been kayaks available rather than the boat. I am 67 and not strong enough to handle the boat or canoes. Otherwise, perfect visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Getaway

Spent the month of March in this very well equipped home. Flip was a wonderful host providing everything we needed. The wife did have to have emergency gallbladder operation. Hospital was close and very well staffed if needed. Thanks again Flip
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B., Overland Park, Kansas

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

Great for small families

We loved our stay here with our girls, ages 2 and 8. The home was super clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Flip was easy to get a hold of prior to arrival and during our stay. We loved the beach at Pine Island and loved seeing the manatees on the river at Hospital Hole. This home allowed us to relax and enjoy the area. We tried so many local restaurants and loved Brian’s Place and the little Italian place down the road right by the 15mph turn before you get to the home. We also ventured down to Clearwater Beach to see friends which was only an hour away. We loved our trip and will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Fiorella C.

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

Great place to stay !

My husband and I stayed at this amazing home on our vacation! It is the second house down from the marina but we didn’t mind. Everything was great and Flip was an amazing host! We’ll definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

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