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Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Palm Harbor, FL
  • Clearwater Beach
    ‪272 min walk‬
  • Innisbrook Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Dunedin Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Clearwater, FL (CLW-Clearwater Air Park)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House

Welcome mermaids and mermen to Ozona, a friendly waterfront community located in Palm Harbor on the gulf of Mexico with a laid back vibe and easy access to six marinas as well as 45 miles of the Pinellas trail. Founded as a fishing village and seaside sanctuary, the Ozona bluffs have maintained a true small village unspoiled ambiance. Walk or bike down streets lined with old oak trees dripping with Spanish moss. Live like a local. . . hopping from serene sunset spots overlooking the sound, or hit one of the half dozen unique local restaurants or pubs accessible by golf cart. Located 3 miles from Dunedin, 2 miles from Honeymoon Island and 1 mile from downtown Palm Harbor this area offers an eclectic ensemble of dining options and not-to-be-missed coastal shopping. Trolley service is available just blocks away to chauffer you from Tarpon Springs to Clearwater Beach. Bring your boat (22' or less) and keep it on the lift in your backyard (fee applies), or rent one and get out fishing, dolphin or manatee watching. Make a run out to one of the 9 islands in the inter-coastal waterway and have an entire beach with fabulous shelling all to yourself! House has just undergone renovations and is located on a quiet cul-de-sac on the water, with boat lift, dock, and canoe available. Driveway easily acommodates 2 vehicles. House if fully stocked and pleasantly decorated in an inviting coastal motif. Choose from the Tommy Bahama room with queen bed or the Surf Suite with dual twin beds and make space for additional guests on the pull-out couch. Enjoy water views from the spacious and open sun-room, lounge on the dock or bask after dark beside the fire pit and reminisce on your day. Let us help you customize your vacation to be as relaxing or activity packed as you would like.

Property manager

Amber Smith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please know that there is access to the water.
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Events

No events allowed
Please respect the neighbors.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pet fee applies. All pets must be preapproved.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Loss of min.$250 of deposit for smoking
A/C units should not be set below 72'. Upon checkout please raise the temp above 78' and turn off A/C unit on back porch. No bait in the house.
Owners are not responsible for accidents, injuries, loss of personal property occuring on the premises. Renters assume responsibility for their guests
Furnishings are to be kept clean and in order. Use appliances for intended purposes only. Garbage is to be placed in outdoor receptacles.

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: Please respect the neighbors.
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Palm Harbor

Located in Ozona, a neighbourhood in Palm Harbor, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Pier 60 Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Florida Auto Exchange Stadium - Dunedin Blue Jays or Dunedin Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Palm Harbor, FL

What's nearby

  • Innisbrook Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Dunedin Beach - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Clearwater Marine Aquarium - 18 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Pier 60 Park - 29 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ozona Blue Grilling Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Madison Avenue Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cricketers British Pub & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Strachan's Homemade Ice Cream - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Molly Goodhead's Raw Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House located?

Located in Ozona, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dunedin Golf Club and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Innisbrook Golf Club. Dunedin Fine Art Center and Wall Springs Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 117 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

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

Comfortable & fun stay

We stayed 4 days. The little town of Ozona was super cute, was able to walk up to the little restaurants and to the marina to watch the sunset. It was our first time visiting Dunedin and Palm Harbor . The house is just as described . The sun room was our favorite part . Having laundry was extra helpful . Wish we could have stayed longer . we could
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great VRBO

Great accommodations. Very cute house. This was exactly as described. The host was very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

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

Gorgeous Location and Charming Property

We absolutely fell in love with the view of the bayou and the Florida room for morning coffee. With the location walkable from the restaurants in Ozona, this is a fantastic find.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi L.

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

Perfect house! Perfect location!

Cute waterfront home in the adorable town of Ozona. Close to downtown Palm Harbor and Tarpon Springs sponge docks.. Plenty to do and see. Close to the Pinellas Trail, breweries, and fantastic restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Scott T.

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

Great Home and Location

Property owners were excellent in correspondence when needed. Definitely a do over, tons of stuff left to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Birthday

Great location. Cute house. Nice backyard and access to water, loved the enclosed back patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ariana P.

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

Nice hanging around space in great little area

Cute little house. Nice hanging around space. Nice size kitchen you can move around in. The end room is all windows and a lovely place to sit and that’s where the dining room table is as well. There’s a little air conditioner that I would suggest you keep on if you wanted to stay cool in that room in tge heat of summer. Great neighborhood for walking. You are .2 miles from a few places to eat and 10-15 min drive (straight shot) to Honeymoon Island which is beautiful! Things to keep in mind. The house backs up to water, a bayou right off the Gulf and at low tide it does not smell great (rotting vegetation) so if you are a person that gets bothered by smells just know the backyard does not smell delicious all the time. There are a couple of Kayaks, but they were not functioning. This was not an issue for us, but if you’re interested, just make sure they are in working order before you go. It was nice to have a gas grill so we did grill out one night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don K.

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful home with a great location. Perfect lift for our boat. Enjoyed being able to wake up and get right on our boat from the back yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha B.

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

A little piece of heaven!

My husband and I stayed at this beautiful cottage home. Our parents and son live in Florida, and the house had plenty of room for them to come visit, eat comfortably on the air conditioned lanai, and fish off the open and amazing dock. The house had everything we needed for our stay, including a washer and dryer. Kitchen was well equipped. We did use the grill, ran out of propane, and the host was very response to help us get a replacement right away so our cooking was uninterrupted! Living room and beds were very comfortable Great location- at night we walked 8 minutes up the quaint tree lined street to listen to live music outside and grab a beer. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dayna M.

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

The perfect getaway

Clean, well stocked and maintained. Beautiful on the water in a very quite neighborhood. Coffee in the mornings in the sunroom looking at the peaceful water view. It was a perfect getaway close to everything! Thank you for sharing your little peice of paradise....
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

david v.

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

Great place to relax

My wife and I stayed for a weekend getaway and relax this place did the trick
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda T.

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

Wonderful house and neighborhood

We enjoyed our week at The Mermaid House. The house is exactly as described, very clean, and comfortable. My son enjoyed catching some catfish (and a crab!) off the dock. Ozona is a cute area with several restaurants in walking distance. Bring your bikes if you can to take advantage of the Pinellas Trail. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Just right!

Enjoyed our stay at the Mermaid House. So much to do and see in this area. Our kids and Grandboys also enjoyed their stay! Had good communication with the owners. Thank you!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William P.

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

Ozona Vacation

5 stars - if you have the opportunity to stay here, just book it! Location is great (Ozona is special!), sitting on the dock watching the dolphins, birds, in the sun, with a glass of wine - well, that's what vacation is about! Restaurants in walking distance, bike trail in 2 minutes, near Honeymoon Island, Dunedin...hosts are great - the neighbors we met were great - seriously, if you are in doubt, just book it. You'll be glad!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl R.

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

Quiet get away

Nice property for a small group. Enjoyed the neighborhood and the nearby restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linette

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

Good location

Nice location. Close to nice beaches, nice hiking parks & waterfront restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Wonderful stay!

What an adorable, comfortable place, and a wonderful neighborhood. The hosts added several 'extras' that really made us feel at home. We greatly enjoyed our holiday stay here (they even set out a countertop tree for the occasion!) and we are considering a return trip next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Quiet relaxing vacation

The property was spacious, clean & packed with all the amenities we needed for our 6 night stay. The neighbors are all so friendly & helpful. Quiet neighborhood. Great place for walking to other streets to view sunset. Walking distance to little downtown area. Loved Molly Goodheads. So close to the Pinellas Recreational Trail. We biked from The Mermaid House to Dunedin, had a great lunch at Carvor's Fish House, walked around checking out the shops & then rode bikes over the Dunedin Causeway to Honeymoon Island State Park. This home is very centrally located to all that we wished to see & do. Simply ran out of time. Amber & Greg very responsive & were great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

B H., Tampa, FL

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

The Whole Package

The Mermaid House in Ozona has everything you need: peace, location, amenities... You're close to great places to eat and hang out; my wife and I really enjoyed our time here. I would recommend to anyone wanting to unwind and enjoy the old Florida charm of Ozona.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

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

Great experience

This was a great experience. The house is in a great location and is exactly as described. We will be coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol A., Houston, TX

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

Great little house in a great location

We enjoyed our girls weekend at the property! The owner was super quick with their communication as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

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

Cute Home

Cute home that could use some attention. Comfortable for our needs and appreciate the coffee etc to get us going when we got there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Chis Y., Cambridge Ontario Canada

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

excellent home

we thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard B.

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

Great property

Great canal front home in a quiet neighborhood yet close to Ozona restaurants and the bike trail. Everything as advertised and the owners were very attentive and local.
Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

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

Mermaids Oh My!

Great property for what we needed. Close by to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Amber Smith

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Owners live in Ozona as well-there's nowhere we'd rather reside. After living in Florida for 15 years we found this treasure of a location and we've been here for over 12 years. Take advantage of our local knowledge and love of the plentiful aquatic activities and charm of this area. We're happy to offer our best suggestions for events, dining etc.

Why they chose this property

Waterfront home with great access to the bayou and intercoastal waterways on a quiet cul-de-sac street.

What makes this property unique

Ozona offers a true throw-back village feel with friendly inhabitants, plenty of sunset viewpoints, and one of a kind bars and restaraunts. Just a short distance to pristine and native beaches.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests