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Old Florida bungalow on a tranquil Gulf Island Perfect for Couples or Anglers

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Exterior
Living area
Dining
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Spring Hill, FL
  • Place, Weekiwachee Preserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Show Palace Dinner Theater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Colorama Music
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Old Florida bungalow on a tranquil Gulf Island Perfect for Couples or Anglers

Escape to this romantic Old Florida bungalow on a tranquil Gulf of America Island. Perfect for couples or anglers, relax on your private screened patio, savor stunning sunsets, or gather by the fire for unforgettable stargazing. Fire up the grill after a day of kayaking, fishing, or boating, and watch for dolphins, manatees, and coastal wildlife. This hidden gem offers a one-of-a-kind waterfront retreat near Weeki Wachee Springs and other Gulf Coast adventures. This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath Bungalow is a true Old Florida coastal retreat. The fully equipped kitchen and screened-in patio with grill make dining a delight, indoors or out. Guests have access to the historic crab shack, which features a half bath, outdoor shower, fire pit, and fish cleaning station, plus the floating dock—perfect for kayaking, fishing, or tying up a boat up to 20 feet.
Just steps away are Norfleets General Store with boat ramp (for small fee), Aripeka Stone Crab Co., and connecting bridges, where you can enjoy stunning sunsets. This hidden gem offers a one-of-a-kind coastal experience in a serene Old Florida artist haven. Guests are welcome to text, call, or message via the app anytime. I’m always close by and available if needed, but I typically respect guests’ privacy and stay out of the way so you can fully enjoy your stay. While your space is entirely yours, the crab shack and dock are shared spaces, and you may occasionally see a neighboring resident. We kindly ask guests to be respectful of their privacy and to observe quiet hours between 9 PM and 8 AM to ensure a peaceful experience for everyone.

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About the area

Spring Hill

Located in Spring Hill, this apartment is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Weeki Wachee Springs and Weekiwachee Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting.
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Spring Hill, FL

What's nearby

  • Weekiwachee Preserve - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Show Palace Dinner Theater - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Colorama Music - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Hudson Beach - 10 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hudson Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asheley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

woolybugger16

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming and great communication
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

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

Fishing getaway

Nice little place. Plenty of room to tie up a small boat to the floating dock. Very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly G.

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

Aripeka

Great location for a couple. Even though it's a shared property, felt private and we enjoyed the quiet. The scenery was wonderful and natural, even though everything was a quick drive. We really enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Peaceful stay

My son and I enjoyed our stay at the Aripeka Island Retreat! Clean and cozy indoors and a wonderful location on the water with multiple outdoor areas to enjoy. A large screened in outdoor area along with additional seating areas near the dock with enjoyable decor. Kayaks and dock provided with beautiful scenery to enjoy. A close paddle to the Gulf, should you like the adventure, or calmer waters the other way should you choose. We also visited SunWest, close to the rental, where my son enjoyed wake boarding. In the evenings it is a quiet location where you can enjoy the stars. Fire pit and grill available. The owner was kind and caring and available for any needs during the visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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