Title: Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida 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 home # Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257100/108257055/6da0c3bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257100/108257055/9a12dbc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257100/108257055/bfc67f37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257100/108257055/039d1bf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257100/108257055/103014e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available £265 includes taxes & fees 29 Sept - 30 Sept ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida Welcome to The Happy Mermaid Retreat! This serene waterfront oasis in Hernando Beach, FL, offers natural light, a spacious porch, and canal views. Perfect for up to 10 guests, it features a King bed, full bed, sofa bed, and en-suite bathroom. Enjoy kayaking, fishing off the dock, or relaxing on the private patio. Close to local attractions like Weeki Wachee Springs and Pine Island Park, this retreat is ideal for a memorable coastal getaway. Book now and start your adventure! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Padel - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycles - Garden - Recycling ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 Long-term renters welcome 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 first aid kit and a deadlock 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¢er=28.480055,-82.657524&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mkzlDn%60owN%3FQ%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40QBQ%40O%40QBQBQ%40OBQDQBOBQDOBODQDODQDODOFODOFODOFMFOFMFOHOFMHMHMFOHMHKHMJMHKHMJKHKJKJMJKJKJIJIJKJILIJKLGJILILILGLGJGNGLILELELGLENELENELENCLCNELCNCNCNALCNANANCL%3FNAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%3FNBN%40N%40NBL%40NBNBLBNDNBLBLDNDLDNDLFLDLDNFLFLFLFLFJHLFLHJHLFJJLHJHJJJHLJHHJJJLJJJJHJHLJJHLHLHJHLHNFLHLFLHNFNFLFNFLDNFNFNDNDNDNDPDNDPDNBNBPDNBPBP%40NBPBP%40PBN%40P%40P%40P%3FP%40P%40P%3FP%3FN%3FP%3FR%3FN%3FPAPAP%3FPAPANAPCPAPCNCRANCNCRENCNCPENENEPENEPELEPGLGPELGNGNGLGNILGLINGLILILILILILKJILIJKJKJKJKJIJMJKHKJKHMHKJMFKHMHMFKFMHMFMFMDOFMFMDMFODMDOBMDMDOBOBMDOBO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAMAOAOAOCMAOCOAOCMEOCMCOEMCOEMEOEMEMGMGMEMGOGKGMIMEMIMIKIMGKKMIKIKKKIKIKMKKKKKKIKKKIMIKKMIMIMIMGMIMIOGMIMGOGMGOGOEMGQEMGQEMEQEOEQEOCOEQCOCOESCOAOCSCOAQAQCQAOAQ%3FQAQ%3FQAQ%3FO%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=43JjROlXnoDjSkPVuryTgab8jj4=) Hernando Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles - Weeki Wachee Springs - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles - Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 18 min drive - 9.7 miles - Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 21 min drive - 10.6 miles - Weeki Wachee River - 22 min drive - 10.8 miles #### Getting around - Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive - ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬10 min drive - ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida? > As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida on 29 Sept 2025 start from £264.50, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Spring-Hill-Hotels-Family-Friendly-Home-In-Hernando-Beach.h108257055.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Weekiwachee Preserve and within 9 miles (15 km) of Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Bowlero Spring Hill. Show Palace Dinner Theater and Colorama Music 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 ## Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida Reviews 9.8 ### 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 9 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bernice M. 29 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had a great time very nice place Beautiful house outdoor setting is really nice especially with the water in the back highly recommend it ##### Bernice M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald B. 15 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Well laid out design and decorated nicely. ##### Donald B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas G. 14 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Better then advertised We thoroughly enjoyed this home. Other then going up to local bar and grills couple blocks away for appetizers and a drink we never wanted to leave the property. It has everything you need. ##### Douglas G. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tori H. 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience I enjoyed staying at this house. The host and maintenance manager had really quick communication. There was an issue where the downstairs bedroom (separate from the rest of the house upstairs) lock wasn’t locking properly. Although the issue was unable to be fixed this weekend, the host was super communicative and speedy to come by and try to fix the issue. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/42455a42-974b-4f27-a7ca-d0a0c24f7ab9-1748790896815.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tori H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### N J. 14 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Overnight Stay Needed a single night after a 2 week holiday. Property is extremely well presented and facilities are excellent. Only negative was not recieving any check in instructions due to a technical outage. This was dealt with brilliantly by the host once made aware. ##### N J. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim C. 9 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything you would hope for and more. We have been using VRBO exclusively for about 14 years now, from Scotland to Hawaii. We have stayed probably 2 dozen different place at in a number of very nice properties.This home was quite lovely in a pleasant, safe and quiet neighborhood. I will say this property tops the list as far as comfort and amenities. The house was lovely and had everything you would expect from a conscientious owner. This property went above and beyond with numerous items that you would like to find and numerous items that reflect the owners pride in his property.I have no hesitations in recommending this property or the owner if you are considering a visiting the Gulf coast area.Thanks so much for your conscientious and considerate hospitality. ##### Jim C. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Osmel 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Lo mejor de lo mejor, todo lo que necesitas para pasar unos días en familia lo encuentras en la casa. 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