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Water Slide, Swim Mat, Kayaks! PET FRIENDLY - Retro Weeki Wachee River!

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Fun anyone??? Yeah, we have that!!!
Fully Screened in Porch!! Screen was completed after photos.
Family movie night on the big screen!
Master bedroom with King bed, bath, and Smart TV
Fun kids play room with Pac Man and Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8125 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Spring Hill, FL
  • Weeki Wachee River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Pine Island Beach Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Water Slide, Swim Mat, Kayaks! PET FRIENDLY - Retro Weeki Wachee River!

Welcome to The Red Elephant Inn – where retro flair meets waterfront fun!
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath canal-front home brings together the bold, funky charm of the 80s and 90s with the comforts of modern living. With 1,300 sq. ft. of indoor space and a massive 336 sq. ft. covered deck, there’s room for the whole crew to unwind and play.

Inside, you’ll find colorful, throwback décor that sets the mood for old-school fun—perfect for family game nights, relaxing with a drink, or simply kicking back in a space that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Outside, the real fun begins:
• Let the kids splash, swim, and slide right off the dock
• Chill on the deck with water views and good company
• Soak up the laid-back Florida vibes canal-side

Whether you’re here for nostalgia, relaxation, or just a vacation that doesn’t feel like every other one—The Red Elephant Inn delivers. Life’s too short for boring stays. Book now for a truly memorable getaway!

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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider 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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Spring Hill, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee River - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Pine Island Beach Park - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 20 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Richie Cheesesteak - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Spring Hill holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Weeki Wachee River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pine Island Beach Park and Weeki Wachee Springs. Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Bayport Park Boat Ramp are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

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

Awesome Place

Great house on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Spring break long weekend

The property was great. Had a few hiccups initially but they were very quickly corrected by the owners. Family had a great time at the property. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Best getaway

This place was amazing for our family. So many things to do to keep us all busy. The house had everything we needed and more. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

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

Weeki Wachee First-Timers

Family of 5 staying for the very 1st time on the Weeki Wachee. What a dream! For those of you reading these comments and have never been: the Weeki Wachee is a CRYSTAL CLEAR spring-fed river that pours out into the gulf. Water temps are 70's year round.If you're looking at pics of the property, you may notice the water appears murky. That's because the house is situated on a canal outlet of the river...but all you have to do is take a short kayak trip and you'll be in beautiful waters in no time. The canal itself is fine and very swimmable. Apparently alligators are very rare, or so we were told from multiple sources.The whole vacation I was annoyingly obsessed with seeing a manatee. We trekked up and down the river but never saw one...until a manatee swam RIGHT BY OUR DOCK - on 2 separate days! Oh my goodness...might not be a big deal to the average Floridian but for a guy who grew up north, that's just nuts. We also came across lots of cool fish, turtles, and water fowl. The fish like to jump out of the water here.The house itself was very well stocked, clean, comfy, with a bunch of kayaks and too many amenities to mention. My family really appreciated the retro theme, which the owners clearly put a lot of thought and effort into. Just an amazing stay. Complaints 0.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica R.

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

Manatees AND Dolphins!

House was very clean and well stocked. There were plenty of kayaks for our family to use. Short paddle to the main river. Kids had a great time on the slide and the water mat. We had a manatee swim by the rental house one day and saw 4 while kayaking on the main river. 3 dolphins swam by the rental house one day, which was a very unexpected surprise. Overall this was a great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Winterling

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