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The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat

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A house with a dock extending into a body of water, surrounded by trees. - The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat (Weeki Wachee)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a dining table with white chairs. - The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat (Weeki Wachee)
A living room with a television on a stand, a window with blinds, a decorative wall hanging, and a patterned rug. - The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat (Weeki Wachee)
A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug. - The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat (Weeki Wachee)
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a view of the outside. - The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat (Weeki Wachee)
The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81623 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat

  • Neptune's Old Florida Adventure Retreats presents "The Chubby Mermaid"! A newer manatee themed 3/2 waterfront home on a pristine canal just yards away from the Weeki Wachee River. Manatees frequent the canal year round. It sits amid towering old trees, directly across the street from a nature preserve and its large 28' porch overlooks the water. Canoe and kayaks are included. Ideally located so close to the river yet without the crowds of kayakers constantly passing by, you'll enjoy the Old Florida charm and peace offered here.
    The space
    Pet friendly with a non-refundable pet fee. Included in your stay is a canoe, a tandem kayak and three single kayaks. Weeki Wachee offers crystal clear river kayaking directly from our home. Going upriver offers nature on both riverbanks with the spring about 4 miles upstream while going down river has homes on the right bank and Hospital Hole and Rogers park about a mile downstream. The Weeki Wachee Springs State Park offers the historic mermaid show, a wildlife show, short river cruise on a large pontoon boat and the Buccaneer Bay waterpark, and a kayak rental or put in for those wanting to paddle down from the headspring. There are nearby boat ramps, Pine Island Beach, and boat rentals in Hernando Beach for Gulf boating or scalloping, all within a 10 minute drive. There is a SUP rental right on our street.
    Other things to note
    Pets are welcome with a non-refundable $100 pet fee.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outdoor smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,623 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Parties are not permitted, Any noise level or activity that generates complaints from neighbors will be considered as damage/ result in deposit loss
Capacity is for up to 5 adults and the remainder may be children. Daytime visitors may not exceed four people.
Swim at own risk. All guests waive any liability to property owner regarding swimming in the canal.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pet Fee & Max 2 dogs no more than 80 lbs combined

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoor smoking only

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Weeki Wachee Gardens, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weeki Wachee Springs and Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, while Colorama Music and Show Palace Dinner Theater are cultural highlights. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby. Visit our Spring Hill travel guide
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Weeki Wachee, FL

What's nearby

  • Two kayaks on a sandy beach with clear turquoise water and lush greenery in the background.
    Weeki Wachee River
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A person paddleboarding on a clear river surrounded by dense vegetation and trees.
    Weeki Wachee Springs
    10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • A manatee swimming underwater.
    Three Sisters Springs
    44 min drive - 39.4 miles
  • A white boat with blue trim docked at a pier.
    Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
    55 min drive - 38.1 miles
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
    5 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • 7-Eleven
    12 min drive
  • Applebee's Grill + Bar
    13 min drive
  • Steak 'n Shake
    13 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    13 min drive
  • La Bella Napoli
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 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).

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