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Shelter from the Storm | Weeki Wachee Riverfront Escape

Riverside holiday home in Weeki Wachee Gardens with a water park

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Take advantage of a water park, a firepit and a garden at Shelter from the Storm | Weeki Wachee Riverfront Escape. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Shelter from the Storm | Weeki Wachee Riverfront Escape

Step away from the storm of everyday life and into your riverside sanctuary. Nestled just one canal off the magical Weeki Wachee River, Shelter from the Storm is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront retreat designed for relaxation, adventure, and reconnecting with nature. From peaceful mornings watching manatees glide by to afternoons paddling the river by kayak or paddleboard, this home is your invitation to slow down and soak in the beauty of Florida’s Nature Coast.

Waterfront Living: Private dock on a calm canal just off the main Weeki Wachee River — perfect for launching kayaks, paddle boards, or simply lounging with a view.

Sleeping Arrangements:
Master bedroom: King bed with ensuite bath
Guest bedroom 1: Queen bed with Smart TV
Guest bedroom 2: Queen bed with Smart TV
Living room: Queen pullout sofa bed

Kayaks & Paddle Boards: Provided for guest use:
7 Single Adult Kayaks
3 Youth Kayaks
2 Paddleboards
1 Floating Swim Mat
— explore the famous crystal-clear waters right from the backyard.

Outdoor Escape: Spacious patio, seating areas, and a dock for fishing, sunbathing, or sunset cocktails.

Kitchen & Dining: Fully stocked kitchen, dining area for group meals, plus outdoor dining space.

Entertainment: Smart TVs, WiFi, and board games for cozy nights in.

**PETS** We’re happy to welcome your four-legged family members! Please note our pet fee is $125 per pet, per stay (up to 3 pets maximum). Because VRBO only allow us to list a single pet fee, it may look confusing in the system — but rest assured, each pet is $125.

Guests have full access to the entire home and backyard during their stay. Entry is simple and secure with a WiFi-enabled smart lock—no keys to keep track of! You’ll receive a custom door code 72 hours before check-in for seamless arrival and departure.
Pets:
We welcome up to 2 dogs.
The pet fee of $250 per stay covers up to 2 dogs.
Guests wishing to bring more than 2 dogs must contact us for prior approval and additional fees may apply.

Property amenities

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

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,604 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets: We welcome up to 2 dogs. The pet fee of $250 per stay covers up to 2 dogs.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: We welcome up to 2 dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
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

Property is also known as

429618

About the area

Located in Weeki Wachee Gardens, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Weeki Wachee Springs and Weeki Wachee Springs State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area 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. Visit our Spring Hill travel guide
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Weeki Wachee, FL

What's nearby

  • Beautiful kayaking rest stop on the Weeki Wachee River.
    Weeki Wachee River
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Beautiful spring water, perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding!
    Weeki Wachee Springs
    10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Florida’s gulf coast has some of the most beautiful sunsets. This picture was taken at Hudson Beach, luckily the weather has been beautiful all weekend and we were able to enjoy blue skies these weekend. #floridasunset #hudsonbeach #gulfofmexico #floridalifestyle #beachbum
    Hudson Beach
    28 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) gazes contently, outside of Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, Florida
    Three Sisters Springs
    57 min drive - 73.8 km
  • Innisbrook Golf Club
    61 min drive - 66.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dunkin'
    13 min drive
  • Weeki Pub
    7 min drive
  • 7-Eleven
    13 min drive
  • Starbucks
    13 min drive
  • Steak 'n Shake
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shelter from the Storm | Weeki Wachee Riverfront Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shelter from the Storm | Weeki Wachee Riverfront Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shelter from the Storm | Weeki Wachee Riverfront Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shelter from the Storm | Weeki Wachee Riverfront Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shelter from the Storm | Weeki Wachee Riverfront Escape located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Weeki Wachee River and within 6 miles (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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Shelter from the Storm | Weeki Wachee Riverfront Escape Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met the host,was a wonderful person.The whole experience was excellent.Would highly recommend this property and host.Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025