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Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Exterior
Smart TV
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Hernando Beach, FL
  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens
    14 min drive
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp
    20 min drive
  • Weeki Wachee River
    20 min drive

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About the area

Spring Hill

When you stay at this vacation home in Spring Hill, you'll be on the waterfront and 14 minutes by car from Nature Coast Botanical Gardens. .This vacation home is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Weeki Wachee Springs and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Bayport Park Boat Ramp.
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What's nearby

  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 14 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 19 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 20 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Weeki Wachee River - 20 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 24 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental

Spend your next vacation at "The Dolphin House," our beautiful 4 bedroom/3 bathroom home, while enjoying the Gulf of Mexico as your backyard! Pontoon Boat On-Site! Available for Rent

You will enjoy daily visits from dolphins, sting rays, and the occasional manatee. The private dock is the perfect place to fish or park your boat if you choose to bring one. There is a jacuzzi, a swimming pool, two large screened in areas overlooking the water, as well as multiple private docks for boating. This house is a fully furnished home with an upstairs and downstairs living room, a pool table, and bar. The entire space can sleep up to 10 people with three king beds, one queen, and a pull-out Murphy bed. The area is perfect for kayaking, scalloping, fishing (fish poles and tackle box ready to use), and sitting by the pool, soaking up the Florida sunshine!

Whether you're looking for a large space for your next scalloping trip or family get together or a more relaxing escape with nothing more on the agenda than sipping cocktails in the pool while watching the sun disappear into the Gulf, this is the perfect spot for you!

** This home is not suitable for those with mobility issues. The upstairs living area with kitchen is only accessible by exterior stairs.
**There is no interior staircase to connect the bottom rec room floor with the upper living area floor
**The garage is for owner use and storage only and not available to renters during stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a spa tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Ashley

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boating on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Ignore size limit - all pets are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: *Alert* - No Pool Fence. Open water access

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dolphin House
The view was amazing. The home had plenty of room and patio furniture. Our family had a great time. We are definitely coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Our stay at the Vrbo house in Hernando Beach was fantastic. The property features a dock where you can fish right off the back, making for an effortless and enjoyable fishing experience. We also loved the kayaking opportunities available, with easy access to calm and scenic waters that provided hours of exploration and fun. The house was well-equipped and comfortable, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family vacation
The house had everything we needed for our family of 9. Teenager and little ones all had plenty to do. Fishing boating dolphins and loved the boat rental. GREAT TIME great house
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Week
The house was amazing for our family of 8 adults. Plenty of room to spread out. The outside area was so relaxing. Beautiful water view and plenty of wildlife. We added the pontoon to our stay and loved taking the boat to the flats each day and canal cruising in the evenings. The area of Hernando Beach was easy to drive around in. No waits at restaurants and plenty of shopping close by. The host were easily accessible and timely with answering questions. We would love to visit again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay with our group
Loved the dock, lots of kayaks, super clean, kitchen very convenient. Def going there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise by the water
We had an amazing two weeks stay, the weather was lovely and the house was perfect for what we needed .Nothing was too much trouble for our host.we had a minor problem with the pool and was sorted immediately.We saw so much wildlife from the dock and fished most days.Renting the boat was an added extra but thoroughly worth the money. Looking forward to our next stay.Will definitely return.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Really nice outdoor amenities thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
Ashley and Dave were fabulous host. We had so much fun. Anything we could have needed was already there. The spot was beautiful and it made our vacation very memorable. Thinking about next year already.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis K., Greensboro, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Lots of room and Great location on the water. Highly suggest the boat rental and going to the flats. Great communication with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view!
My family really enjoyed there stay! Would highly recommend! If you love the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Location
There were six adults in our party and we had plenty of room. The location was fantastic, we saw dolphins off the dock every day. Boat rental on site was a great bonus. The hosts were super accommodating and replied immediately with their responses. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

barbara c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hernando beach home
We rented home in order to experience weeki springs. Location was perfect. Host were terrific and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James, Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness
Scalloping
The property was perfect for our needs. The property is very close to channel to get offshore to scallop. Very quiet location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness
early June stay
we had a pleasant time, easy communication with property manager. would come back again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Wildlife Views!
If you want to see tons of sealife activity, this is your place!!! We stayed 6 days and saw a wide aray of cool things just from the dock. Sting rays, dolphins, turtles, jumping fish, crabs etc. Enjoy the sunset from the canoe or kayaks, there's plenty of sun and shade on the back deck, and we thoroughly enjoyed the basement pool table and poker table. Renting the pontoon for a day to hit the sandbar was fantastic as well. Wonderful hospitality, beautiful home, we will surely stay here again. Thank you Dave and Ashley!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Spring break
My family and I stayed here for our spring break at the end of March. There were 8 of us. We felt we all had plenty of space, each family with our own bathroom. The house was clean, the owner was very responsive with any need we had. The pool set up was perfect for our younger kids. We saw dolphins almost every day swim by the doc. We fished from the doc every day for hours. I wished we would’ve taken the kayaks out sooner to watch the sunset, AMAZING. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Fishing Trip!
Returning guests and we loved the new pontoon boat. This was a guys fishing trip and usually we have to go rent a boat and it's a 20 - 30 min canal ride back to the house. It was awesome having the boat right there on the dock, ready to go - right on the Gulf. Pontoon was perfect for our needs and we even had some fun on the second boat, a Seadoo. Much easier to use than I thought and lots of fun. There are some excellent charter fishing guides in the area. House has everything you need to relax. Dave and Ashley took great care of us. We'll be back this summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location - New Boats!
This is our third time at this property. We love this amazing location. You literally take the boat and in five feet you are in the Gulf of Mexico. We loved the new addition of the two new rental boats - a pontoon and a Seadoo boat. Great addition to an already wonderful stay. Dave and Ashley were great hosts and the few things we forgot to bring they made sure we had. If you love relaxing on the Gulf Coast without the craziness of tourist spots - you will love this place! Our family looks forward to this trip every year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenean L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hernando Beach Spring Break
We had an absolutely wonderful stay, you cannot beat the location and amenities. We docked our boat at the house, fished and kayaked off the dock. Enjoyed the pool and all the many seating options. Teens loved the downstairs rec room and bedrooms and us adults loved the upstairs and views. Kitchen had everything under the sun you could ever need. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with amazing combination of features
This home is in a very quiet upscale neighborhood and has amazing features. The pool/patio area looks like a resort, 2 screen porch areas overlook the water, and the basement bar room with pool table provide lots of entertainment. We stayed for 5 weeks in Jan/Feb and saw dolphins almost every day. Fishing from the dock was productive but bigger fish were in deeper water or near the creeks so didn’t keep anything. Lots of great hiking trails and state parks in the area that were dog friendly (Weeki Wachee nature preserve is amazing). As a rental some aspects of the home are a bit tired and worn but hosts are very responsive and the location and features offset any negatives. We would definitely return and look forward to exploring more of the nature coast.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jaime M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
We had such a great time at this property. It was very comfy for our group of 8 adults. The location was great. Right at the end of the street so you were right on the gulf. Easy kayak to see the sunset and watch the dolphins play. The pool and hot tub were an extra bonus. Dave and Ashley were very accommodating. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
This was an amazing rental for a long weekend. My Husband and I brought our boat and this home provided quick and easy access to gulf. Backyard was amazing and spent almost entire time downstairs between downstairs fridges, grill and pool within steps. Will definitely book this home again next year. Driveway is small - it truly only fits a boat trailer and truck. The Hosts also replied immediately with responses!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Great family getaway for our adult children, my husband and I. My son is in the army, stationed in Louisiana, so he met us there and we had a blast! Dave very helpful with anything we needed. Multi level, so not good if anyone has any issues with climbing stairs. Plenty to do at the house. Fishing, swimming, kayaking, etc... Rented a pontoon and fished out in the ocean a day. Caught a couple sharks. Wish there were better restaurants around but you can't have everything. Pine Island was a nice calm (more natural) beach to just chill and float around. Overall, it was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Suzanne B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Interesting
The property location is good. We were able to enjoy dolphins from the dock and other ocean creatures. We were able to use the pool the first day or two, and then it didn’t work right after that. Called the owner immediately. He tried to do what he could but we weren’t able to use it again while we were there. He has promised to make it right. We are still waiting… “Communication with property manager “ I gave 3 stars because communication when we were there was very good and Dave tried to make everything as good as he could. Dealing now with getting things closed up and over, not as good.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022