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Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping

Escape to a riverfront haven with early morning yoga or wildlife watching from your private porch perch.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8133 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping

Main River Mermaid is a 1432 sq ft house with 3 bedrooms (upstairs), 1 and 1/2 bath, home directly on the Weeki Wachee River and around the corner from hospital hole. Prime location!
This home has an oversized screened in porch just steps from jumping in, launching kayaks or taking off on your boat. This porch area has a table that sits 6 and also 2 couches with 2 chairs. Do some early morning yoga or just enjoy the beauty of the river as manatees, otters, and all types of fish swim by. If you're lucky you just might see Chip the dolphin as you enjoy your morning coffee. You can't ask for a better place to people watch.
This area tends to be the favorite spot of past guests who spend hours enjoying the river, nature preserve and all it has to offer while they grill out.

Paddle up river to find the preserve untouched and just amazing, If you take an early morning kayak trip you just might see the deer crossing the river.
You can also paddle to Rogers Park and stop at Upper Deck for lunch.  
If you are adventurous, you can explore old Florida which is where the Weeki Wachee River and Mud River join.

Bringing your boat? You'll have access to the boat ramp at Roger's Park not far from the house. We have 2 docks that can accommodate 2 boats which is perfect for scallop season or just a fun filled weekend.

You'll have access to
-8 kayaks, vests, and paddles
-Gas grill
-Outdoor games (cornhole and janga)
-Washer and dryer

The surrounding area has so much to offer, Njoy Spirits Distitary, Pine Island (beautiful sunsets), Bayport Pier (good fishing), Linder Pendersen Park (great lookout tower) are some of many.
You'll be 56 miles from Bush Gardens, Tampa Airport and downtown Tampa, Florida. Disney World in Orlando is 91 miles away.
Lego Land in Winter Haven, FL is 69 miles away.
If you're looking for closer trips enjoy Crystal River downtown area, Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks, Clearwater Beach, and Dunedin downtown or Honeymoon Island for breath taken beaches.

Things to Consider when searching other locations!
1. Is the home directly on the main Weeki Wachee River? if not, the canals can be murky.
2. Is there a screen room for everyone to enjoy protecting you from yellow fly season and no-see-ums?
3. Are the Owners committed to your perfect visit and great experience?

When choosing a vacation for your friends and family, please consider the above questions.

As with any home on the water there's no lifeguard on duty and you will be swimming, kayaking, and boating at your own risk.

FYI - This home is not a party house. Neither the Owners or the Neighbors will allow excessive visitors or noisy partying.
There are security cameras on the outside of the house for everyone's protection.

Property manager

Karen L Allen-Holsten

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 1,432 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Safety jacket should be on small children by water

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Spring Hill, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee River - 1 min walk
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 8 min drive
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 10 min drive
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 10 min drive
  • Pine Island Beach Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Weeki Wachee River and within 6 mi (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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Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. Gulf access for scalloping Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 284 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abby D., Burlington, VT

Lovely stay at Mermaid
We had a fantastic long weekend stay. The location was perfect, there were kayaks for everyone, and the property was clean upon arrival. The owner was helpful and communicative with instructions for check-in and check-out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle J.

Senior Spring Break
We had a wonderful time. Beautiful location and anything you need is there. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Summer
We had a great time staying at this listing. The location was amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Beautiful place on the river! Will 100% be back!!
Loved the peace and quiet. Friendly kayakers for people watching. The porch was the best, completely screened in. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

Best house on the river.
Location; spacious bedrooms, and screened in patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Main river mermaid
We all enjoyed our time and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Perfect location
House is terrific and perfect location for enjoying weeki wachee. So many manatees!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee T.

Great home!
The property had all we needed for a great River vacation! The communication with the property manager was great and made for a very enjoyable vacation. I definitely recommend this property to anyone looking for a fun, relaxing getaway to the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

Perfect Location
This location is perfect. With the sand at the bottom of the river you can clearly see all of the manatees as they pass by and we saw a lot!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

We will be back!
This home is in the perefct location! Very close to Hospital Hole, easy access to the river and lots of people watching! The home is beautiful...the pictures don't do it justice!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Great for all ages
Best vacation! Loved the spot on the river. House was close to shops and restaurants. We had something fun to do every day and We sat outside every night and enjoyed watching people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken N.

Best location on Weeki Wachee River
This place was super nice! Huge screened porch overlooking the crystal clear waters of River! We enjoyed all the kayaks that come w this home and spent the day playing on the water. Nice clean comfy home !!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

Amazing Place
The Main River Mermaid is located on a Beautiful river that is spring fed which makes it a great, cool ,and relaxing place to enjoy the water. The house was very roomy and had a great screened in porch. The sleeping quarters were very comfortable and the kitchen had everything you needed. But the backyard made this stay unforgettable with the sightings of manatees and other wildlife. A must stay. We will be planning a revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

Loved our stay
We loved it here. 10/10. We definitely would come back. Lots of manatees. Property manager so nice and helpful. Had such a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Terrific house!
Karen was a wonderful host. The house was exactly as described and the location was perfect. She was super responsive and even sent us updates and ideas of what to do while we were there. Would definitely go again. DO bring bug spray as suggested…being on the river means there are no see ums everywhere.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Beautiful, comfortable, relaxing!
We stayed here for a little under a week over spring break, and couldn’t have been happier. The house was spacious for 4 adults and 3 kids, very clean, and well maintained. But our favorite part of the property was the lanai and river access. It was so relaxing and peaceful sitting out back enjoying the wildlife (countless birds, fish, and manatees), and watching people paddle by. We would definitely return!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Amazing spot
I will be coming here again - amazing place. Lots of manatees and the river is spectacular. Best views, great place if you want to kayak and swim, and just around the corner from Hospital Hole. Inside is cozy and spacious; awesome patio space for hanging out. Deck view is the best. Summer was a fantastic host to us!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

Great Stay on the River
My family really enjoyed our stay at this property. It’s conveniently located mid river so we were able to paddle up stream to the park and downstream to the gulf. A short drive to restaurants and stores. It’s located in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by nature. A great escape to be able to relax and enjoy the beauty of Florida. House was clean and hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renata W.

Perfect location
I was extremely impressed with attention to the details! House was extremely clean .Beautiful spot right on the river. It was equipped with kayaks, paddle boards, tubes, sunscreen, mosquito spray, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, kitchen was equipped of all needed things for a family gatherings. I would’ve definitely recommended to my family and friends . it was a dog friendly ! We had such a wonderful time with my daughters and our golden retriever!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M., Miami

Paradise
I didn't know a place like this existed in Florida. It was beautiful. Having the river in your back yard, plus the preserve. Really something special. We'll definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Location, Location, Location
This property is perfectly nestled along the main part of the river, just around the corner from hospital hole. Great dock and porch area. Our children really enjoyed the rope swing ( I think that made the trip for them). We saw manatees every day both in the morning as they made their way up river and in the afternoons as they made their way back down.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN T.

One of the Best!
We have rented houses in the past off of Weeki Watchee Springs. I must say this house hands down was the best! Clean and comfortable. Fully stocked. Beds were all very comfortable. Thank you Summer for everything and John for opening your home to us. We look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

BEST WEEKI WEEKEND EVER!
the main river mermaid house truly made our trip! the location is perfection, we spent hours outside on the docks watching manatees swim by and enjoying the river, it has a huge spacious lanai that we never wanted to leave, there’s a perfect fire pit for nighttime hangs, lots of space inside with great amenities and the host was wonderful and easy to communicate with! if i could rate this higher than 5 stars i would! we will definitely be going back to the main river mermaid ASAP!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth l.

Great family fun
We really enjoyed our stay at John's place. We loved the location, right on the river with hospital hole around the corner. The covered swing and rope swing were well used. The huge deck was awesome, watching the paddlers, boaters and occasional manatee cruise by. It was nice having 3 king sized beds. Thanks John for being so accommodating with the late additional pup.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023