Title: Aripeka Island Retreat on the Gulf of America Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Aripeka Island Retreat on the Gulf of America ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827100/115827053/2a2c4ffe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827100/115827053/8752ff3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827100/115827053/cb592026.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827100/115827053/w2556h1043x0y68-049a8809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827100/115827053/bc0e9d26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Aripeka Island Retreat on the Gulf of America, you can look forward to a water park, a firepit and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this apartment. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom2 bathrooms900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Water view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Aripeka Island Retreat on the Gulf of America Grand Opening! Now available, Your tranquil island getaway awaits. Discover peace nestled off the Gulf of America, offering world renowned fishing, kayaking, and incredible stargazing. Floating dock available for personal vessels up to 20 ft. Fresh seafood from Aripeka Stone Crab Company is just steps away for easy meals in your beautiful kitchen or on the grill. Norfleet’s Fish Camp and Market offers a boat ramp and provisions as well as fish bait. Walk to one of our connecting bridges for incredible sunsets. Enjoy the outdoors at the fish house or your private patio in true rustic Florida style. Light a camp fire and relax under the stars. Keep an eye out for manatees, dolphins, and abundant birdlife. Close to Weeki Wachee Springs, and so much more. We look forward to hosting you. Gulf of America island retreat on a cul-de-sac (bridge access). Features a rustic overwater crab shack and a floating dock for your enjoyment. Chic queen bedroom, stunning new kitchen & bath. Comfort meets style. Fish cleaning station, outdoor shower, half bath, fire pit, Weber grill. Private dock for water fun. Stroll to sunsets & seafood. Close to all that this beautiful nature coast has to offer. We are located close by and readily available to address any questions or concerns you may have. Please don't hesitate to reach out via text or email. While this is your private residence, it's part of a shared compound with two other amazing tenants. We encourage you to be mindful of their space while enjoying your stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93170000/93161700/93161689/07c64b42_edited_4485.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside Sunsets, Our Oceanfront Home In Aripeka Spring Hill - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 8 reviews £227 includes taxes & fees 1 Oct - 2 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=93161689&PinnedHotelID=93161689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79840000/79839800/79839779/a7b77ab9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top Floor Tropical Tree-house Waterfront Gulf & natural springs wildlife retreat Driftwood Isles - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=79839779&PinnedHotelID=79839779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18960000/18955500/18955408/8dfafc18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gulf Access Waterfront Home With Private Dock – Walk to Beach Hudson Beach Estates - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 82 reviews £156 includes taxes & fees 30 Sept - 1 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-30&endDate=2025-10-01&selected=18955408&PinnedHotelID=18955408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109980000/109977000/109976929/3db267ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mermaids Hideaway on the banks of beautiful waterways Spring Hill - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=109976929&PinnedHotelID=109976929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78763400/78763301/8ec945fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Home on Deep Salt Water Canal With Direct Gulf Access Hernando Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=78763301&PinnedHotelID=78763301&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88700000/88693200/88693134/d743116b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Lagoon. 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Wear sturdy water shoes. \* Children must have adult supervision at all times when near the water, dock, and fish house. \* Kayak Launching: For your safety and to prevent damage, please only launch and retrieve kayaks from the floating dock attached to the fish house. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.43388%2C-82.66604&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ET-ivy0pAcO0eqLSEHWomCV_IoE=) Spring Hill, FL #### What's nearby - Show Palace Dinner Theater - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles - Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles - Hudson Beach - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles - Weeki Wachee Springs - 15 min drive - 10.1 miles - Weeki Wachee River - 30 min drive - 15.4 miles #### Getting around - Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 61 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive - ‪Hudson Grill - ‬8 min drive - ‪Aripeka Elks - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Aripeka Island Retreat on the Gulf of America pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Aripeka Island Retreat on the Gulf of America? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Aripeka Island Retreat on the Gulf of America? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Aripeka Island Retreat on the Gulf of America located? > Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Weekiwachee Preserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Show Palace Dinner Theater and Colorama Music. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Bowlero Spring Hill are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Aripeka Island Retreat on the Gulf of America Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad F. 6 Jul 2025 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. ##### Brad F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kelly G. 20 Jul 2025 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! ##### Kelly G. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather R. 26 Jun 2025 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ba9b51bb-3b80-440c-b19c-e5e3a0c2a173-1750971695635.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/da9a9a2d-41e9-4ece-9b51-a7ca043e7010-1750971688967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b6dd0206-133c-42ab-b357-51e276a042d1-1750971699542.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2522077d-3438-4523-999e-f9cbdff136ae-1750971700838.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Heather R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025