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Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks

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A spacious kitchen with modern appliances, a bar area, and a cozy seating area with a large window overlooking a garden. - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)
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A spacious outdoor patio with a pool, wicker furniture, and a ceiling fan. - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)
A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, and a welcome sign on the wall. - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and a dining area with wicker chairs. - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)
Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101881 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks

  • Discover waterfront living at The Gray Dolphin—a private canal-front escape in Apollo Beach with a heated saltwater pool, private dock, complimentary kayaks and bikes, and outdoor dining. Perfect for families, couples, or friends who want water access and quick drives to Tampa Bay and Gulf Coast beaches.

    A. Top features:

    1. Heated saltwater pool with tanning shelf for kids and lounging
    2. Private boat dock with direct canal access—bring a boat or rent nearby
    3. Two kayaks and two beach-cruiser bikes included
    4. Covered lanai with gas grill, outdoor dining and total privacy from neighbors
    5. Modern kitchen, smart TVs, fast Wi‑Fi, washer/dryer, driveway parking
    6. There are a total of (4) TV's throughout the house. One in the living room, two of the four bedrooms and one in the lanai.

    B. Sleeping & layout:

    3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms — sleeps up to 8 comfortably
    Family-friendly layout with room for relaxing, dining and entertaining

    C. Nearby highlights (drive times):

    Apollo Beach Nature Preserve: 5 minutes
    Bahia Beach (Ruskin): 15 minutes
    St. Pete Beach: 50 minutes
    Clearwater Beach: ~1 hour
    Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: 45 minutes
    Tampa Riverwalk / Amalie Arena: 40 minutes

    D. Why guests love it:

    Private waterfront views, dock access, and a heated pool make this a true Florida retreat—close enough to beaches, parks and Tampa attractions for day trips but peaceful enough to unplug at the lanai.

    Book The Gray Dolphin for a waterfront stay with boating, kayaking and sunset poolside evenings.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,881 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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

Strictly no parties and no events allowed. This is a residential neighborhood.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Note from host: All pets subject to approval by owner.

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Located in Apollo Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Florida Aquarium and Manatee Viewing Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Brandon and Bloomingdale Square. Travelling with kids? Consider Stephen J. Wortham County Park, or check out an event or a game at Benchmark International Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Apollo Beach travel guide
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Apollo Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • A coastal cityscape with a large cruise ship docked, a bridge, and industrial buildings.
    Port Tampa Bay
    31 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • A pedestrian bridge with a modern design, overlooking a river with a boat docked on the left.
    Tampa Riverwalk
    32 min drive - 22.6 miles
  • Raymond James Stadium with a large advertisement and a parking garage.
    Raymond James Stadium
    40 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • A roller coaster with a green track, a cable car system, and a pavilion in a park.
    Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    47 min drive - 27.2 miles
  • Apollo Beach Dog Park
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    27 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Planet Smoothie
    5 min drive
  • Circle K
    8 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • Finn’s Dockside Bar And Grill
    5 min drive
  • The Greyson-Apollo Beach
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks located?

This family-friendly Apollo Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Apollo Beach Dog Park and Tampa Bay. Manatee Viewing Center is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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