Weeki Mermaid Retreat- Kayaks, SUPs, Lanai!

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Early mornings at Weeki Mermaid Retreat are breathtaking!

Our screened lanai offers plenty of space to relax, including an outdoor dining set, grill, fans, and porch swing.

The Retreat provides 2 SUPs, 4 adult and 2 youth kayaks for your use

The porch swing in the lanai is the perfect spot to relax on a warm Florida day!

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Amenities
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Location
Host

9.6

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9140.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Spring Hill, FL

Weeki Wachee River3 min walk
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park5 min drive
Weeki Wachee Springs9 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen/Twin Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

King Suite Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Escape to the enchanting Weeki Mermaid Retreat! Our retreat offers a king bed, queen bed, and a 2 twin bedroom, as well as 2 full bathrooms. Nestled on the canals of the Weeki Wachee, immerse yourself in the beauty of nature from the 75 ft dock or the fully screened lanai. Inside, discover a cozy den, sunny Florida room, and a fully equipped kitchen. This retreat is a gateway to aquatic adventures and the famous Weeki Wachee Springs for your family or friends!

Welcome to Weeki Mermaid Retreat – Your Ideal Florida Getaway!

Discover a serene escape at our mermaid themed 3-bedroom, 2-bath haven nestled in a tranquil neighborhood, surrounded by the untouched beauty of Florida's wilderness.

Key Features:

Modern & Spacious: Immerse yourself in a super clean, modern ambiance designed for comfort and relaxation.

Sleeps 8+: Enjoy a split floor plan that accommodates 8 guests effortlessly, with 3 bedrooms and an additional space for two on a comfy foam floor mattress in the den.

Ample Entertainment Spaces: Indulge in a variety of spaces including a Florida room overlooking the water, a separate den, a screened patio, an attached deck, and a 75-foot dock.

Entertainment Galore: Stay connected with excellent WiFi for both internet and gaming. Each bedroom, living room, and the Florida room boasts Roku-equipped flat-screen TVs.

Fully Equipped Kitchen: A chef's delight! Our kitchen comes complete with a coffee maker, electric kettle, stainless dishwasher and refrigerator, pots/pans, slow cooker, bakeware, utensils, dishes, and a pantry stocked with spices, condiments, flour, and sugar.

Outdoor Delights: Revel in the screened patio with a stainless steel propane grill, dining table for six, and a cozy swing for two. Newly added firepit area and outdoor games for added enjoyment.

Homey Touches: Both bathrooms are generously stocked with plenty of towels. Enjoy the comfort of reclining leather sofas in the Florida room.

Family-Friendly: Games, books, and videos available in the den and queen bedroom closet. Laundry room equipped with washer, dryer, and provided detergents.

Triple-Wide Driveway: Plenty of parking space for your vehicles, boats, and trailers.

Pack Light, Stay Right:

Everything Provided: We've thought of everything! Just bring your suitcase and settle in.
Book your Florida retreat now for an unforgettable stay with family or friends at Weeki Mermaid Retreat!
Guest access
Guests have full access to the entire house and yard, including the private turquoise dock, attached deck, screened patio, 25-foot wide driveway and attached carport. We provide 4 adult and 2 youth kayaks, 2 stand up paddleboards, and a floating swim mat.

We provide unscented premium shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in both bathrooms. There is also a starter supply of toilet paper, paper towel, dish soap, dishwasher pods, and laundry detergent sheets.
We are located on a peaceful canal just minutes from the majestic, crystal clear Weeki Wachee River that leads directly into the Gulf of Mexico just a mile downstream. Public boat ramps are located nearby. Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is a short drive away, or five miles upstream on the river. We include up to six kayaks (must be requested in advance). Bring your boat, canoe, or paddleboard, or just rent a boat nearby to experience the wildlife and beauty of Florida’s Nature Coast. The kids will also want to visit the Buccaneer Bay waterpark, the white sand beach at Pine Island, and the world-famous LIVE MERMAID SHOW only minutes away. At the end of the day you can cook your own catch or dine at one of many great local restaurants.

Property manager

Aislinn & Scott Koenig

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Water view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not allowed inside the retreat. Smokin

Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement. Minimum age to rent is 21. NO Smoking. NO pets. NO parties/events. Quiet Hours are from 10 PM - 8 AM.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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 recommended 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 attractions include 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.

Spring Hill, FL

What's nearby

Weeki Wachee River - 3 min walk
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 5 min drive
Weeki Wachee Springs - 9 min drive
Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 9 min drive
Pine Island Beach Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
‪Golden Corral - ‬11 min drive
‪Richie Cheesesteak - ‬10 min drive
‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Weeki Mermaid Retreat- Kayaks, SUPs, Lanai! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Weeki Mermaid Retreat- Kayaks, SUPs, Lanai!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Weeki Mermaid Retreat- Kayaks, SUPs, Lanai!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Weeki Mermaid Retreat- Kayaks, SUPs, Lanai! located?

This family-friendly Spring Hill holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Weeki Wachee River and Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. Pine Island Beach Park and Weeki Wachee Springs are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra V.

5 Apr 2024

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

Adorable Quiet Retreat!

Had a wonderful time using the kayaks and stand-up paddle boards and seeing all the beautiful wildlife! Highly recommend this fully stocked adorable little home that's close to everything!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

April D.

3 Dec 2023

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

Don’t hesitate…This home lacks NOTHING!

We had the best time for Thanksgiving. The house was VERY clean and VERY well equip. We will definitely return. The river was beautiful, we seen lots of mullet, Manatees & babies. The grands and kids enjoyed fishing, kayaking & having fire's. The screen room outside is perfect, with a grill, the long dock was great and made it easy for a few to be fishing at the same time. We made so many new memories and had lots of laughs. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home. -Darnell Family Thanksgiving 2023

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

17 Aug 2023

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

Annual family scalloping adventure

Property owners Aislinn & Scott Koenig was very pleasant and made our stay very nice. Weeki Mermaid Retreat was very clean and met all our needs. The springs were clean and we saw many manatees. We will definitely be back next year.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful family vacation

We had a wonderful family vacation. The child kayaks were so much fun for our little kids. We love the outdoor space and dock. We made great memories. The house was very comfortable and I could tell the owners were organized and put lots of care and attention to making our stay great. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M., Greenville, USA

7 Aug 2023

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

Perfect location on the Weeki Wachee

Beautiful home with lots of amenities. They had everything you would need in the kitchen already. Even down to the salt and pepper. Tons of towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent, everything you can think of. This is a huge help when traveling with the family. easy communication with the owners. Check in process was all electronic. I highly recommend this place.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

28 July 2023

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

Home away from home!

The Weeki Mermaid Retreat is a wonderful place to stay!! Our family really enjoyed our time there! We would highly recommend and will definitely be back next year!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

24 July 2023

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

Wonderful Escape

We loved our stay. It was quiet and a great way to escape for a few days. The property was clean and had everything we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

18 July 2023

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

Sweet memories

We enjoyed our stay, and making sweet memories with our children and grandchildren! Saw lots of manatees, and even a dolphin in the canal!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

6 July 2023

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

Great house, great hosts, great location

Our large family rented four places on the Weeki Wachee canals and my wife and I stayed here with our 21-year-old daughter, 25-year-old son, and his girlfriend. My 95-year-old mother also joined us here, preferring the electric lounge chair to a bed at another house. The place has a long dock right next to a big party house at the end of the last canal where there's a fountain and people always swim. But manatee seem to like the spot, and we saw at least one per day. In fact, one came right up to us as we sat on our dock, feet dangling in the water. Kayaks were easy to launch from here, and the house itself is really nice. Photos are accurate, and the hosts were very nice and communicative. We'd stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

29 June 2023

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

Great location

The house was very clean and well-stocked. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards. Fun time exploring the beautiful area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

22 June 2023

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

Wonderful place!

Clean, spacious, well thought out. Anything you need, it was there. I can’t say enough about this great stay! Thank you so much! I’ve been telling my friends about it.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

13 June 2023

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

Great time!

We really enjoyed our stay. House is well stocked & comfortable. We had a great time fishing & kayaking. The covered, screened patio area was a great place to chill & read in the sun and the rain. Thanks for a memorable few days!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey W.

12 June 2023

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

Weekend on the river

Property was as described with great outdoor space. House is clean and well maintained and kitchen has all the utensils needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie C.

7 June 2023

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

Beautiful house in a beautiful spot

Our family of 5 spent 5 nights here and we all enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and well stocked. The property was well maintained and had beautiful plants. We absolutely loved the screened in patio in the back. We used 5 of the provided kayaks and paddled down to the main river everyday several times. We saw multiple manatees everyday but one and one morning we saw 4 right off the dock of the house. The Weeki Wachee river is absolutely beautiful and we loved exploring it. We plan to visit again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

16 May 2023

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

Location location location

We had a wonderful time and enjoyed every minute of our visit. The location was perfect and quite. Plenty of room for our party of 6. The home had everything that you need and some extras. We were able to get to the main river within minutes. We would definitely rebook if we decide to visit the springs again. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely home with us. The Evans

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela Z., Yulee,Fl

28 Apr 2023

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

Relaxing

This home was absolutely amazing. Had everything that was needed. We came to work at a near by project evenings and returned home to rest. We so much enjoyed the backyard and kayaks. Host was very attentive at all times as needed. Thank you for allowing us the use of your beautiful home. We will definitely stay here if in the area again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alia S.

11 Apr 2023

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

Great rental

My family and I had an amazing stay for our spring break. The location is great. Five minutes down the road from the Weeki Wachee state park. We kayaked from the house to the spring and it was just amazing. We also put in at the state park and kayaked back to the house. Our kids loved playing in the canal. Over all a great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

20 Mar 2023

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

Amazing Place

This home was absolutely perfect! If I could give 10 stars, I would! Plenty of room and so clean! We really enjoyed the outside screened in porch, which was perfect for a game with the kids around the table or just reading on the porch swing! It had everything we needed and some and the hosts were more than amazing!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria D.

5 Mar 2023

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

CannaMD Retreat/Refresher

Amazing place and great host! Thank you - Thank you! It was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaylene D.

6 Feb 2023

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

Manatees and more

We were looking for location and kayaks to provide a relaxing getaway with family. The house met our needs perfectly. We kayaked several times up and down the River and were rewarded encounters with manatee mammas and babies, turtles and bird life. The owners left an amazing welcome “snack” in the refrigerator that we worked on for several days. We hated to see our visit end.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

5 Jan 2023

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

Loved this house!

Thank you coming for sharing your beautiful home with us gorgeous the c weekend. We had a relaxing time there over the New Year weekend. House was clean and furniture in excellent condition with practically everything you need on hand which is hard to find. Plenty of kayaks to use for the entire family. Owners were in contact often with us both before, during, and after our stay to make sure all was good. Will stay here in the future for sure!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

9 Dec 2022

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

Home away from home

The Vrbo was beautiful, cozy, clean, and comforting. It truly felt like a home away from home. There were board games and puzzles in one of the closets, TV’s in each bedroom, and plenty of kayaks so we never got bored. There were extra supplies and snacks including sandwich bags and popcorn, so we were very thankful. Would stay here again !

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Cory

30 Nov 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Do not book this place !! Host is horrible !! Zero communication and unwillingness to work with you in any shape or form.

About the host

Hosted by Aislinn & Scott Koenig

We are Aislinn & Scott and we and our three boys love traveling and spending time on the water & in nature!

Why they chose this property

Weeki Mermaid Retreat is the result of our first visit to Florida in winter of 2022! We decided during that visit that we wanted to look for a place to visit regularly and that we could share with other families and groups so they could enjoy the beauty of Weeki Wachee, too!

What makes this property unique

Our home features two separate living spaces, in addition to the 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one with a soaking tub!), and a fully furnished kitchen. We also have multiple areas for relaxing outdoors, including a fully screened lanai with a dining table. You will also find our mermaid theme featured throughout the property.