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9.8

Exceptional

8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14465 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pool

Gym

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Aripeka, FL

Nature Coast Botanical Gardens9 min drive
Hudson Beach12 min drive
Weeki Wachee Springs14 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)51 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

This is a wonderful, very large home with 6 bedrooms (2 of which are separated with French doors providing 8 bedrooms). ...

Judy E.

Mar 31, 2024

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Tropical Palm Island Paradise Over 6 Acres with Secluded Pool & White Sand Beach

Old Florida front porch living with Gulf Coast access outside Tampa Bay, Clearwater area. Come experience the Real Florida, not in hotel facility but in a Beautiful Island Preserve surrounded by water and nature! Great Private Island Location for those looking to get out of the public eye. Actor, Writer, Artist or just a family compound get away! Hemingway would have loved it here!

Chosen for TLC's most recent reality tv series. Watch for us on TLC Network 2023.

Come get in touch with your thoughts, your heart. A fantastic peaceful place for the mind to rest or be completely rejuvenated on this island resort once built for this healthful reason. This 6 acre island paradise has the look and feel of the Tropics, yet you are connected to our secure gated estate by our two gated drives to land. Large Birds of Paradise, abundant Lush vegetation, Palms, clusters of Bamboo, roses, Gardenias, Lavendar and the Olde feeling of Florida under our large hanging Live Oaks gives this island a swanky feel! 8 bedrooms, all with King sized beds and one queen, most bedrooms have their own water closet (except one). The second floor bathrooms have their own verandahs overlooking the water. The treasure that we were blessed to have found should be shared with others! The Island is surrounded by water on all sides, except for the drives where you are able to get on without the use of a boat. For those that want to have exclusion and privacy, this is the place! The lanai: A beautiful place to spend your time.

The sound of birds is not the only thing that you will hear, fish jumping is another sound. When we tell you that you will see Dolphins, Manatees and Bald Eagles while you sit on the Florida Plantation style front porch, we mean it! Mothers Day was a treat for me as a Mother and her baby Dolphin came to our water steps and spent an hour swimming back and forth enjoying our company as much as we enjoyed theirs.

* St. Regis Lanai - Outdoor Room: Great for Entertaining!
Large screened outdoor Lanai Lounge with new 2022 in-ground pool with professional electric pool heating system, once built for a guitarist and shaped like a guitar, palms, lounge chairs, Large Covered Round Lounge Bed for two! 6 large inground umbrellas, great sun and shade, gas grille, water toys. Run around all day and never go inside! Surrounded by lush vegetation, hibiscus galore!

*Bunga Bunga - Private white sand beach at edge of island with new 2022 bamboo and stone outdoor jungle shower.
Boat House, Electric Boat lift and davits
Boat Ramp
Kayaks
Boat Captain available

*Massive white wicker decorated wrap around porch, extremely comfortable and overlooks the water on all sides!

*Large covered carport

Property manager

Denise

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Gym

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

No weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

No exceptions

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No fires

Driveway Gate should be closed after use. Do not park on property outside of the gate.

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

Note from host: No weddings

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spring Hill

Located in Spring Hill, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Colorama Music and Show Palace Dinner Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Weeki Wachee Springs and Beacon Woods Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Aripeka, FL

What's nearby

Show Palace Dinner Theater - 7 min drive
Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive
Hudson Beach - 12 min drive
Weeki Wachee Springs - 14 min drive
Weeki Wachee River - 26 min drive

Getting around

Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
‪Panera Bread - ‬8 min drive
‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tropical Palm Island Paradise Over 6 Acres with Secluded Pool & White Sand Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Tropical Palm Island Paradise Over 6 Acres with Secluded Pool & White Sand Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Palm Island Paradise Over 6 Acres with Secluded Pool & White Sand Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Palm Island Paradise Over 6 Acres with Secluded Pool & White Sand Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Palm Island Paradise Over 6 Acres with Secluded Pool & White Sand Beach located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Colorama Music, Nature Coast Botanical Gardens, and Show Palace Dinner Theater. Adventure Coast Fun Park and Hudson Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

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10/10

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9.4/10

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9.2/10

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10/10 Excellent

cassie m.

1 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super relaxing home with great view and wonderful pool

This house is so nice. It looks out over the water where we saw dolphins & manatees swim by. There are kayaks provided if you want to go out and explore the water even more. We had fun fishing off of the deck and the lawn area. The pool was so nice and relaxing. There is a bbq by the pool and tons of loungers and tables. We spent a lot of time out there. The house itself is very well equipped. There was nice shampoo and conditioner in all of the bathrooms, plenty of towels, etc. The beds were very comfortable and had cozy linens. The kitchen was very nicely stocked with everything you might need. There are even lots of spices, seaonings, cooking oils, etc. You definitely won't have to go to the store for any of this stuff. The host provided us with tons of paper towels, tp, garbage bags, laundry soap etc. The host, Dee, is very nice and accommodating. She gave us ideas for places to go in the area and stopped by the make sure we didn't need anything. She even left a beautiful tray with tons of goodies and foods for us to try upon our arrival. This is a special place that our whole family really enjoyed!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sandi M.

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House

This is a gorgeous house! We had a wonderful stay here with our kids and grandkids. Certain areas need some TLC, like the open torn screens in the pool area which let birds and bugs in, but it wasn’t a major deterrent from us enjoying the property. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards, and saw many manatees and a dolphin. The neighbor was very rude to us on several occasions. We didn’t find a lot to do in the area, but our goal was to relax, and this house was perfect for that. The porch was so inviting for morning coffee and the little ones loved the warm temperature of the pool.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy E.

31 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful for a large family gathering

This is a wonderful, very large home with 6 bedrooms (2 of which are separated with French doors providing 8 bedrooms). There are also 5 beautifully remodeled Carrera marble baths. We requested a floor plan and Deni sent a hand drawn version. This home has outstanding linens, towels, pillows & bedding. Far above and beyond the average rental home. We had plenty of towels for our whole party of 14 and then some. The kitchen is outfitted very well, a chefs kitchen for sure. There is a full sized commercial fridge, many platters, trays, cookware, baskets, spices, utensils, beautiful china sets, etc. We had so much fun bringing platters out and enjoying it by the pool or the wrap around porch. There is also a huge grill! The owner provided a lot of recommendations for the area including dining and things to do. Lastly, she welcomed us with a large charcuterie platter upon our arrival. An extra special touch. We read the reviews about all the sheer curtains and brought sleep masks. The current A/C situation struggles with the sun on the windows all day. Lastly, the owner does have pets. The house was wonderfully cleaned upon our arrival but if you are allergy sensitive be aware. We would definitely return with a large group to visit this home again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

26 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Retreat

Denise (owner) and her property are both outstanding. We had a group of 14 people celebrating 3 birthdays in 3 generations. The house was great for being together with an excellent kitchen and gathering spots (back porch, pool and family areas) with ample bedroom space for all. We were welcomed with birthday wishes and a lovely food tray and enjoyed the property and area thoroughly.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dufferray r.

1 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Years 2024

We rent a house each year for our family and their children. This house is has everything you will need. It had all the spices, paper towel, T.P., trash bags... Things we normally have to supply. The house is perfect both inside and out. Well maintained grounds, LARGE BBQ with two gas tanks. Owner met us and showed us the house. Rent this house and you will enjoy your stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe M.

28 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Easter Vacation

The location was great. We the property when our vacation to Captiva was cancelled due to Ian. It was like your own resort, paddle boards, large pool, kayaks and fishing from the sea wall. The large grounds were beautiful.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

27 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large lovely home with ample grounds to explore for kiddos.

We came in for family Thanksgiving. The home easily accommodated our larger group- even had a few beds to spare. Due to the recent hurricane, we weren't sure how well the property would have faired. It was immediately clear, however, that the team put monumental effort into making things as lovely as possible. Freshly potted flowers in the boxes and grassy areas cleared of debris. Care was taken to make us feel welcome- even the cute resident cat TomTom was friendly! The family made great use of the available kayaks and paddle board to visit the local manatees and play with the dolphins that came right up to the house daily. The kids had a great time building sand castles with the white sand that was provided to make a beach for them. The only downside was the amount of nibbling insects when sitting outside. However, bug spray was provided, and even they didn't dampen our spirits. I would recommend this home for large families that want to feel together while still having space to spread out.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kandi F.

18 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aripeka - Location, location, location

This house is all about comfort. It has every kitchen accoutrement you might need. We made great meals and had lazy days in the pool. It was everything we needed for a large family vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sheila D.

8 Dec 2022

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Old Florida Beauty

This is a wonderful property and home and we loved it! Manatee and dolphin visits, huge pool. Lots of space.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

18 Sept 2022

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Angler's Delight! What An Amazing Home!

We did a week-long retreat for some team members of our company and this place couldn't have been more perfect. The updates to this house (including what seemed like all brand new bathrooms and a marvelous kitchen) were over the top perfect. We had room for everyone and we managed to catch fish every day we were there. Tons of wildlife right in the backyard and that back deck on the water was our favorite place to hang out, to grill, and to have a cocktail as the sun went down. Definitely coming back!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnny D., Kennett, Missouri

5 Jan 2022

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Christmas 2021

One of the best vacation rentals we've ever had. Clean house, comfortable beds, plenty of good bed linens and towels, well-stocked kitchen, beautiful location, warm heated pool, helpful and responsive management. Everything you hope for when you go on vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N., Madisonville, TN

14 July 2021

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Annual family vacation

Every year we schedule a vacation since our parents passed and we mostly just hang out at the house: play games, fish, watch movies and sit on the porch. This house was amazing for that even though the hurricane Elsa decided to make a statement. Thankfully her statement was to "Let it go!" Deni was so very helpful during our time of uncertainty on what to do. We fished and caught so many catfish and pinfish. If you plan to fish I suggest that you have a good rod and strong line. It became a nightly thing on catching the big one because 3 nights it broke the line or rod. There are so many good places to eat and she is only a text away for questions. We saw dolphins, sea otters, gators, a raccoon and made a friend with a bird that wanted our bait that we named Fred. With 13 people we had plenty of time to spread out and relax. It was such a peaceful week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana L.

7 July 2021

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Southern comfort, natural paradise, privacy in bedrooms an issue

I stayed here with my family of 9 for a week. We picked this property for its proximity to Crystal River and Tampa. The property is very private and surrounded by water. The property is like a botanical garden with many plants and trees all around. Aripeka is a quaint sleepy town. Not much there but nature, wildlife, and nice people. Stop by the Aripeka Stone Crab company for tasty fish and to meet Mermaid Kerry. There is a tiny grocery store on the island. Otherwise, everything else is about a 10 min drive. The nearest beach on Pine Island was about 20 mins. Back at the house We really enjoyed the covered veranda that is full of comfortable outdoor furniture and dining tables. We spent a lot of time out there. We loved looking for sea life. In fact, one of the highlights was up close experiences with dolphins that swam right up to the wall on many occasions. We also saw many different kinds of birds and sea otters. We used the kayaks and pool a lot. the pool is clean but the fiberglass is deteriorating and looks dirty. The kitchen was very well stocked. We enjoyed the beautiful charcuterie plate and champagne left for us in the fridge on arrival. My only concern, not really complaint, is the temperature of the house. We were not allowed to change the thermostat bc the AC units would freeZe up. My husband and I had the fans running in every room and usually slept on top of the sheets. No one ever complained though. But I know for some people they would be uncomfortable in 72-74 degrees. One suggestion I have for the owner is better privacy for the bedrooms. My husband and I did not stay in the largest bedroom because the doors did not lock and the doors were glass with see through curtains on them. We decided to stay in a smaller room that had a door that locked. The same thing was the case for another room at the top of the stairs. I really don’t think see-through curtains on glass doors that don’t lock is acceptable for bedrooms. Another thing to be aware of is that only 3 of the 6 bedrooms have a bathroom. The only bathroom not in a bedroom is upstairs. Not lcomplaining bc it worked fine for us, but if I was staying here with another family, I think it would be a problem. All in all, I think this is a lovely home that I would stay at again but hopefully after the glass doors are fixed.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert B., Stillwater

2 July 2021

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Backward Time Machine

Aripeka, FL, took our immediate family of 9 back to at least the 1950’s, and possibly earlier. The 6-acre beautifully maintained property was totally relaxing post-Covid-19 recovering for all in our small group. It was such a wonderful experience, I, the family elder, made a decision to repeat the process each year during the same week in a different location of our great country. There is no substitute for family-bonding, and this location provided us additional cement! Sincerely, Dr. Robert Breedlove & Family

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

16 Apr 2021

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Spring get away

We enjoyed our stay as a family. The property provided a safe place to get together & enjoy some quality family time due to the events of the past year. Plenty of room/space to enjoy the outdoors, pool, & kayaking. Kitchen was very nice & had space to socialize & cook.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jaime G.

27 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Beautiful

Espectacular house, with all the personality as advertised. On our visit the heated pool was not heated, but the rest of the house was very good, loads of light and personality. It does indeed look like a place Hemingway would have stayed in. Very small annoyances like the very noisy industrial refrigerator and the non-working pool, but apart from that a really nice place.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

15 Jan 2020

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Porch living at its best!

We loved sitting on the porch and watching all the wildlife around and in the water. We saw otters, bald eagles, pelicans, egrets and herons. Beautiful setting and lots of seating areas to hang out with family. The kitchen has everything you need to cook a great meal. We enjoyed our stay here and wished we could have stayed longer.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

CAROL H.

21 Apr 2019

There is so much to love about the Cottage by the Sea, it is hard to know where to begin.

On our arrival, our hostess, Denise, welcomed us graciously with an extensive tour of the house. She calls it “Hemingwayesque,” and that fits quite well. Not a developer home, it has turns and switchbacks; hidden recesses; (and hidden utensil drawers in the kitchen – be sure to ask Denise); quaint, but tasteful bric-a-brac; unique furniture; multiple levels; on and on... This is not so much a place for the mobility-impaired. Also, our party of twelve filled the beds. The four bathrooms, not five as advertised – while adequate to our purpose – require some cooperation from guests; lacking a dedicated powder room on the ground floor, the cottage requires daytime use of baths inside the two ground level bedrooms by all, or else, mounting stairs for the “common” second floor bath. Groups who are less family-like, or the more fastidious, may find this a disadvantage. Additionally, three second floor bedrooms at night share a bath for nighttime toilet use. Window dressings on two upper bedrooms with French doors are somewhat too sheer for the best privacy. One first level bedroom did not have a shade over the door window for privacy. What makes a 5 Star home/hotel? I would say, each bedroom has a private bath. All bathrooms are “classy,” modern. The kitchen must be big, modern, well-equipped. There must be generous living space – both common and private. Grounds must be well-groomed, pool and physical plant well-cared for, etc. That being said, the kitchen certainly meets these criteria – three ovens, commercial fridge, two dishwashers, utensils, etc. Seating and gathering areas sufficient to the purpose. Lounging areas on wraparound porch and adjacent area, along with generous seating at poolside, make for very comfortable and relaxing spaces. The pool enclosure was very nice, the water perfect and not too chlorinated. Kayaks, plus lifevests, afford a peaceful way to enjoy the Gulf inlet, which is shallow enough to stand in most places. Grounds are beautiful. Not many mosquitos, but no-see-ums hazardous to the susceptible; be sure to have insect repellent. The vicinity is very peaceful and quiet, with plentiful shopping nearby. Several guests had difficulty with cellphone reception at the house, but wifi internet reception was good. Additionally, Denise had a nice assortment of fresh fruit, snacks, breakfast treats, appetizer dips and chips/crackers, as well paper plates, etc., on our arrival, along with some light beverages and ice for the group.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

andy e.

10 Apr 2019

Beautiful home in Aripeka

We stayed for a week in March. Our favorite part was the incredible wildlife we saw while kayaking in the gulf. Manatees would swim right up to our kayaks. We also saw dolphins and rays. The swimming pool/patio area is very large and allowed our group of 11 to spread out. There is a large variety of very good restaurants within 20 minutes of the property. The kitchen was extremely well stocked with everything we needed to cook and the large commercial refrigerator was very nice. Only issue we had was with the pool when we first arrived. The pool is heated with solar power and was a bit cold when we first arrived. The owners quickly fixed the issue and the pool was great the rest of the week. We would definitely return to this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd L., Naples

9 Jan 2019

Great way to bring the whole family together.

Home handled our group of 14 very well. Kids liked so well that they preferred to just hang out.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Russ M., Kennesaw, GA

19 July 2018

Best Kept Secret In Florida!

Thank you for a WONDERFUL vacation Denise! This property is off the beaten path by a long shot, which makes it the most desirable vacation location in FL. All the "touristy" locations are well within reach (Busch Gardens - 40 min, Tampa Airport - 30 min, Disney - 90 min, etc) but, the most important sites were seen off the back porch (manatees 2 mornings, dolphins 2 mornings, etc). We fished everyday, kayaked off the dock in the backyard, ran our jet skis (ramp on the property) and swam everyday with the granddaughter in one of the best pool arrangements we have experienced in our long tradition of renting houses for family vacation. This property has a large pool completely covered by a lanai that keeps the bugs out and the grand children in. There were plenty of water toys and someone maintained the pool everyday. The house was spacious, well appointed and (my favorite) had a bathroom for every bedroom we used. Denise and her crew were very attentive without being intrusive and were always there to assist with any issue. There are wonderful restaurants and other facilities nearby. Found some local restaurants (suggested by Denise) that were excellent, and the grand children took in the local mermaid show which were some of the best entertainment dollars we spent as it is attached to a water park. I have to say, I travel 300,000 miles per year for work and I had the opportunity to completely unplug, relax and enjoy my family the week we stayed here. We're already committed to the Caribbean next year, but I'm going to try and get back here as quickly as I can. Thank you Denise (and your crew) for a throughly relaxing and enjoyable week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cathi F.

4 May 2018

Spectacular in every way!

Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us for a week We were four generations ranging in age from 20 months to 94 years and there was something for everyone to enjoy, We all had our space and comfortable beds. Lorenzo expertly installed a grab bar to make the bath more safe and handicap accessible for the 94 year old.The pool was a magnet for everyone and one evening we cooked dinner out there on the state of the art barbecue. Some of the young parents took their tots to Sea World and Harry Potter Land, while others went deep sea fishing. The nearby seafood market provided one memorable meal of stone crabs. We all agreed it had been a perfect vacation and family reunion and one we hope to repeat. Bunny Hospitality off the charts! Welcomed with fruit, cheese, meat platter and wine. Owners were very attentive; Going the extra mile to accommodate us in any way shape and form. Something for everyone: fishing right off the deck and dock. Lazing around enjoying the quiet. Watching the wild life. Take a Jacuzzi. Cook in the gorgeous, huge kitchen. Toddlers easily entertained by driving and riding in the golf cart around the beautiful property, meandering the grounds and gardens, and by playing in the pool. I loved how there was space, nooks and crannies, places to go and be by one self when needed,...we were a group of 15. But my favorite part was feeling like I was on a river boat cruise the whole week because of the placement of the home directly on the water. Home is very charming with beautiful quality linens in bedrooms and bathrooms. House is very large, open air, lots of light, lots of wicker on spacious porches and deck. Very lush gardens ...with plants inside and out! Had a blast! We hope to return for sure! Cathi

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

27 Mar 2018

Fantastic tropical family getaway!

Fabulous 7 night family holiday at this gem of a location! We had 10 family members comfortably stay in this home for a relaxing getaway. Everyone had their own king size bed and ensuite bathrooms which made the stay very comfortable. Lots of space and little sitting areas to sneak away to for some relax time. The owners were very accommodating and helped make our stay perfect. They are constantly adding new features to the house, which ensures that everything is comfortable for their renters. We were travelling with a 3 year and therefore I was concerned about access to the water. The existing steps to the water was the only area that was not fenced. Seeing a 3 year old running around, the owners quickly jumped in and installed a gate to block off this area. This attests to the property owners dedication to making our stay as comfortable as possible. The area in general is a quaint getaway from the hustle and bustle. Very quiet. Could see the stars every night and hear the water lapping up on the shore. Lovely. Lots of daytrip options! We did a beach explore one day, visited Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, and took a daytrip to Tarpon Springs. There was everything needed nearby, restaurants, Walmart shopping, grocery stores, fresh seafood etc nearby. Everything is driving distance, but short drives to everything. The owner has a fantastic binder of local activities. We didn't venture too far from the house as we loved the relax... but there was much more that we could have explored! Our favorite two spots: a restaurant called "The Freezer" in Homosassa, and Hudson for evening ice cream run! We saw dolphins, manatees, and otters right from the property. This was on my bucket list for the trip! So fantastic! The pool area was lovely with lots of patio furniture. We liked to have lunch in a different area of the house/property everyday. So many sitting areas... I don't think we used them all! Loved the combo of hot tub and pool while we were there as it was abnormally cool for our stay. Overall, fantastic getaway location away from the commotion of many of your typical city located rentals. Tropical Island getaway! If you want to have some space to run around, explore without crazy traffic to and from, this is a great location. Thank you Dee and Lorenzo for a fantastic holiday!

About the host

Hosted by Denise

We are available here on the Island for you 24/7, if you should have any needs. We are dedicated to you having fun here with 'No Worries' kind of attitude! Should you run out of propane for your grill or need air in your floatie.....we are here to help!
We also have prepared a large photo book of where to go and what to do other than Busch Gardens and Disney. We like to suggest Off The Beaten Path places that you may have never got to experience unless you lived here. Being in the Chef's World we are picky and will send you to tried and true restaurants, both laid back good eating places as well as white linen and up scale. We invite our guests to write what they like and need and pay attention to details.