Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board
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Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
Explore the area
- Weeki Wachee River1 min walk
- Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area6 min drive
- Weeki Wachee Springs State Park8 min drive
Room options
About the area
Spring Hill
What's nearby
- Weeki Wachee River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
- Weeki Wachee Springs - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
- Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
- Pine Island Beach Park - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
- Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
- Golden Corral - 12 min drive
- Applebee's Grill + Bar - 13 min drive
- Wendy's - 13 min drive
- Steak 'n Shake - 13 min drive
- Upper Deck - 3 min walk
About this property
Entire place
Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board
This property offers guests a wide range of entertainment; from bringing your own boat and launching it at Rogers Park boat ramp,1 block from property, or using the paddle board, canoe or kayaks(that I provide)to explore upstream to Hospital Hole and beyond to the springs, or downstream to the Gulf of Mexico.
If the river life is what you're seeking to experience, look no further, take a seat, relax and let the river wash away your cares. Enjoy watching the kayakers paddle by and looking for manatees swimming below them. The manatees truly are gentle giants and seeing them up close and personal is an experience you'll never forget.
A little piece of paradise, without ever leaving the property.
I highly recommend getting insurance when booking as we do not do refunds for weather unless it is a mandatory evacuation.
**********We offer all the amenities of******* *internet, towels, hair dryer, air pump for your floats etc.
*kayaks; enough for 6 people including singles and doubles, with life vests and whistles provided.
*paddle board and canoe
*beach chairs and beach towels(for 6) umbrella and blanket.
*direct river and Gulf access with a floating dock
*cable, Roku
*WiFi and internet capabilities
*2 bedrooms (1- King and 1- Queen, both upstairs) each with Roku televisions that offers spectrum, also a pull out queen sleeper in the downstairs living room with television.
* 1-1/2 baths, full downstairs/ half bath is upstairs, adjoining the queen bedroom*
* 2 living rooms....1st living room offers pull-out queen sofa bed, flat screen Roku tv that offers spectrum, games, a giant jenga and a pac man with 43 games.
2nd living room (riverside) offers 65" flat screen Rokutv, 2 swivel recliners and sofa w/recliners with complete 180-degree view of Weeki Wachee River.
*fully equipped kitchen with everything you could possibly need including microwave oven, toaster oven, coffee maker, keurig, pots and pans, spices, paper towels, crock pot, blender and utensils.
*washer/dryer and ironing board/iron
* Outdoor charcoal grill including utensils and firepit.
* No smoking or fires allowed on artificial turf.
***********************Restaurants ***********************
(Includes drive/walk time)
* Upper Deck restaurant and bar (5 minute walk).
* Lei-Lo Tiki Hut (5 minutes) local seafood restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating.
* The Lazy Lizard Restaurant (10 minutes) local seafood and steak restaurant.....Best Pork Chops around. Closed Monday. Indoor/outdoor seating.
* La Bella Napoli (3 minutes) great Italian food.
* Brian's Place (3 minutes) a unique fusion between Spanish and Italian cuisine. Open for breakfast on Sat. And Sun at 8am. Indoor/outdoor seating. Highly recommend
* Breakfast Station (20 minutes) opens daily at 7am-3pm
* Matolis (5 minutes) pizza, pasta, subs and salads free delivery
* For fresh seafood delivered right to the Little House, call Mike, at Island Fishery Seafood. Call to see what the catch of the day is.
*Silver Dolphin Restaurant and country store(5 min)opens 7am serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. With homemade fudge, Papa Clydes ice cream and local art among many other things. With local entertainment on weekends. A must see!!
**********Things To Do and Places To See************
(includes drive time from property)
* Weeki Wachee Marina -7154 shoal line blvd (2 minutes, across from Upper Deck) Marina offers kayaks and small (10hp) boat rentals, a fun and easy way to see the entire river.
* Hernando beach Marina (5 minutes) Pontoon rentals $150 per day call to reserve your boat.
* Marina Rose dinner cruise (10 minutes) fully enclosed & climate controlled with the option of open windows for a Gulf breeze. Experience Gulf View Sunsets, while Enjoying Food, Beverages, & More! This Riverboat Replica will offer 2-2.5 hour Lunch & Dinner Cruises.
* Kayak Shack (2 minutes) kayaks and paddle board rentals for the day.
* Weeki Wachee Preserve (5 min) an outstanding 11,000 acre preserve located at 2345 Osowaw Blvd. great for hiking and biking.
* Standup Paddle-board (SUP Weeki) (5 min) call to reserve your personal tour of the Weeki Wachee River.
* Weeki Wachee Boat Rental - Want to explore the river the easy way? You can rent a boat and they’ll deliver it to the Little House dock and pick it up when you are done.
* Weeki Wachee Airboat Rides- they will pick you up at the Little House dock and bring you back so you never have to drive. *Bayport Airboat Tour - You have your choice of a day tour or a sunset tour Visit bayportairboattours.com
*NJoy Spirits Distillery (30 minutes) tours include sampling of products and a sample cocktail of the day. Beer/wine and gift shop. Making Wild Buck Whiskey and Mermaid Rum. Available for events.
* TreeHoppers Aerial Adventure Park (45 minutes) largest zip line park in central Florida. Located just North of Tampa with 8 different courses. Ages 5 to adult, no reservations required.
*Clearwater Marine Aquarium (1.5 hours) a non-profit rescue and rehab organization where the famous Winter the Dolphin resides. Also see otters, sharks, sea turtles and don't forget to feed the stingrays.
*Beacon Movie Theater (15 minutes)
*Three Sisters Springs (40 minutes)
*Giraffe Ranch (40 minutes) Working ranch that specializes in exotic species. They offer safaris by car, safari truck, camelback, Segway®, and llama trek so you can get 5 unique perspectives of animals in nature. Call to reserve your tour.
*Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park (30 minutes) where the famous 'Lu the Hippo' resides. Included in the $13.00 admission you will also see manatee in the parks underwater observatory, Florida alligators, black bear, river otters and a variety of other wildlife. Park offers a gift shop and a concession.
*Historic Greek Community of Tarpon Springs and Sponge Docks (45 minutes) known for the shops, dolphin cruises and wonderful authentic Greek restaurants. Dodecanese Blvd. tarpon Springs, Florida
*Busch Gardens/ Adventure Island (1 hour) the ultimate family adventure, offering 297 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic explorations around the world. A unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country’s premier zoos with more than 12,000 animals, live shows, restaurants, shops and games. Located in Tampa.
* Adventure Island directly across the street from Busch Gardens. Offers 30 acres of water adventure fun in the sun. Call to reserve your spot.
*Disney World/ Sea World/ Universal Studios (2 hours)
*****************fishing charters *****************
* Salty D's Charters - offers fishing day or night, inshore/offshore, scalloping, gigging and more. call to reserve your fun time out on the water.
*Tails and Scales- fishing charter offers inshore and near shore fishing and scalloping.
****************** local beaches **********************
*Roger's Park (2 minute) across from Upper Deck restaurant, a fresh water beach on the river within walking distance offering boat ramp, volleyball, picnic tables, grills, restrooms and roped off swimming area.
*Hospital Hole (AKA fish hospital) 500ft. From the property, (heading left) a 140 ft. deep, natural spring and favorite place for fish and manatees also popular for divers.
* Pine Island Public Beach (10 minutes) salt water beach on the Gulf of Mexico. $5 per car with a concession stand offering food and drinks. Alcohol and pets prohibited.
*Weeki Wachee Springs and Buccaneer Bay (10 minutes) both a spring-fed water park and the world famous mermaid show.
* SunWest Park(15 minutes) 70 acre spring-fed lake and beautiful water park for all ages. Open 7 days a week, $5 parking fee. 17362 Old Dixie hwy, Hudson
*Fred Howard Beach(40 minutes) located in Tarpon Springs. Great family beach.
* Linda Pedersen Park (5 minutes) A park divided by Shoal Line Blvd. On the eastern side of the road are additional facilities including a small inland beach area, picnics tables, playground, restrooms and a three story watch tower providing stunning panoramic views of the coastal low lands.
*****************Fishing piers *******************
To the west is a long fishing pier (Jenkins Creek)where blue crab is a popular catch. Parking is free and is open 24/7 no dogs allowed. A perfect place to fish..... Grab a chair that I provide and get bait at the Weeki Wachee Marina just down the road. Also offers a boat ramp.
* Bayport pier 4140 Cortez blvd sits on the Gulf of Mexico, Includes picnic tables, pavilions, barbecue grills, fishing pier and two boat ramps. 7 acres with a new Boardwalk with panoramic views, an overhauled boat ramp and additional parking for cars and boat trailers.
** And best of all, swimming right off the dock in the beautiful, pristine, crystal clear 72 degree waters of the Weeki Wachee River.
**Come and experience this one of a kind spring-fed river for yourself, one of Florida's best kept secrets** #loveWhereYouVacation 😍
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Charcoal grill
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
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.
- Area rugs in public areas
- Handrails in stairways
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Visual alarms in hallways
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only.
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
- On a river
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Kayak
- Water park
- Water sports equipment
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park 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
- Unit size: 1,616 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
- Restrictions apply
- For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation Service animals are exempt from fees.
- Note from host: ONLY Non-shedding dogs NO pets allowed upstairs.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Note from host: steep staircase leading upstairs (in-photos)
Important information
You need to know
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: No parties allowed without owners consent. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
We should mention
- To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board?
The closest beach to Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board is Pine Island Beach Park (5.2 km).
Does Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Does Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a water park and a charcoal grill, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board?
No, Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Little House on the River - on main river not canal,includes kayaks,paddle-board?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
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