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Beautiful house with private dock on Saltwater canal, very close to boat ramp

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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Hernando Beach, FL
  • Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Weeki Wachee River
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest 2

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs

Toilet

Guest

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony

About this property

Beautiful house with private dock on Saltwater canal, very close to boat ramp

Our vacation home will make the perfect place for you and your family to come visit all that Hernando Beach has to offer. This amazing stilted home features a private dock on a Direct Gulf Access canal conveniently located right near the Hernando Beach public boat ramp. Guest can enjoy using the private dock to tie off their boat overnight or enjoy catching fish from the dock with some of the provided tackle. There is also a large ice machine downstairs for guest to use on all their fishing and sand bar adventures. The home has a half bathroom downstairs and a bait freezer in the tackle room. There is also covered parking and a beautiful patio area downstairs with a built-in bar and a grill for guest to use. This house is loaded for people that like to fish from the hoses near the dock to clean the boat, the fillet table on the dock, the huge ice machine and the outdoor shower to wash off the salt and cool down when you return. When Guest enter the home they will be welcomed with modern appliances and beach decor to really give it the vacation feel of being at the beach. The home has been uprgraded and features NO CARPET. The home features a full master bedroom with a queen size bed and private master bathroom, another bedroom with x2 twin beds, another bedroom with a queen size bed and full size guest bathroom. Upstairs we have a balcony with comfortable furniture where you can watch the beautiful sunsets. Hernando Beach is conveniently located 1 hour from the Tampa International Airport for any guest flying from out of town. Hernando beach has some great restaurants and seafood companies very close to the house. There is a small restaurant and bar just across the canal which you can sit outside and enjoy the live music on the weekends. You will also have access to 3 kayaks, there are many local fishing charters and lots of cool places to check out that are close by like Weeki Wachee Springs. Wireless internet and Internet TV access are provided.

-Note: Your Safety and Privacy matter. This property features exterior security cameras with one facing the dock and the other facing the storage area on the downstairs. They do not look into any interior spaces and will only be utilized in the event of theft or damage.

-Note: This property is located on the second floor and does require travel up steps to access the interior. This property may not be suitable for guest with limited mobility.

Property manager

David Oliver
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs allowed under 40 lbs. 2 pet Maximum. $250 fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$500 Charge If Smoking Evidence Found Inside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Kayaks must be cleaned after every use. Fine can be up to the purchase price of new kayaks.

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 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, a security system and a deadlock

About the area

Spring Hill

Located in Spring Hill, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weeki Wachee Springs and Weekiwachee Preserve, while Colorama Music and Show Palace Dinner Theater are cultural highlights. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hernando Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 18 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 18 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Weeki Wachee River - 19 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Pine Island Beach Park - 20 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful house with private dock on Saltwater canal, very close to boat ramp 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 Beautiful house with private dock on Saltwater canal, very close to boat ramp?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful house with private dock on Saltwater canal, very close to boat ramp?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful house with private dock on Saltwater canal, very close to boat ramp located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Spring Hill holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Weekiwachee Preserve and within 9 mi (15 km) of Weeki Wachee Springs and Pine Island Beach Park. Bayport Park Boat Ramp and Weeki Wachee River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. We stayed 7 nights and had a wonderful experience. House it well kept and clean. The location is perfect. You can go scallop or go to the springs. Had many relaxing nights at the downstairs patio.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

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

Great place

Very clean property great location
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Great house and location

We stayed for the month of February 2025.The house was exactly as described and met all of our expectations. Check-in process was smooth, owner was clear and helpful.The neighborhood was quiet with the exception of the Commercial fishing boats, which it to be expected.We would definitely book again if the unit is available.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

January stay

Property was clean and had nice area under house and dock area
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

We stayed here because it is close to family and really the spacious property...wife loved sitting on the balcony and watching the biats come in and out. Lots of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

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

Enjoyable stay

The Oliver‘s place was very lovely and exactly as the pictures show. The home was very spacious and comfortable and we loved to especially sit outside on the porch. Often times we would go down to the patio and dock area to sit in the sun or have our afternoon coffee. One of our interests is to take walks and enjoyed walking through the nice neighborhood and also the nature center nearby. All the stores and restaurants are near by. We especially enjoyed the Silver Dolphin which we frequented a number of times for breakfast. David was very accommodating to make sure that we had everything we needed and was always very courteous. All in all, we had a very lovely month at this beautiful VRBO home.
Stayed 27 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Always as expected!

Our 1 year anniversary was one for the memory bank! Not much had changed since our last stay, and as usual felt like home. Very clean, great water pressure and PLENTY of hot water! Only downfall was the restaurant accross the water shut down due to hurricane so no live music on the weekend...bummer! Had the opportunity to eat at the Silver Dolphin again and the food was great. All the amenities you could ask for and ease of access to the boat ramp and the Gulf of America..yes I said it!We will be back again for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

A great waterside location

A nice clean, newer home on the water. The house is across from the commercial docks used by the local shrimp and crab fleets with abundant wildlife around
Stayed 36 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

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

Great time

Great host, location and accommodations! Hope to return again!
Stayed 26 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

ron r.

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

pleasant and enjoyable stay

clean property and helpful owners.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

House was beautiful and very clean and owners were great!

Had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

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

Little getaway

We rented this property for a week for our honeymoon with the intentions of fishing as much as possible and this place was perfect for us. I caught a stingray from the back deck, we enjoyed live music from the restaurant behind the home, and overall we had a great experience. The downstairs fish station was great to have. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

wayne Y.

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

Great time

Wonderful location
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

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

Excellent location

Great location, close to great food outdoor activities. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the place had a good time they need to check it beforehand there was a molded cucumber and left in the refrigerator you couldn't walk on the floor because it was dirty.Every time we went to bed we had to wash our feet before we got in there but otherwise the house was not
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi T.

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

Great location

Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

Nice home, great owner

This home is nice and location is good for this area. The commercial fishing boats were fun to watch. The owner is great to work with and helped us with unlocking the thermostat so we could cool the house down to what we prefer during the night. Neighbors are friendly and we would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas Z.

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

BEST VRBO IN FLORIDA

We had an amazing time staying at this location! Highly recommended! Thank you again!! 🙂
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elliot P.

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

Beautiful home on an inlet with a dock out back.

We enjoyed our stay and would like to come back. We had to leave a couple days early because of Hurricane Helene. David the host was great, the home is beautiful and I caught a lot of Catfish and small Pinfish off the dock. They were thrown back but it was fun catching them. I would highly recommend this property. The Lei-Lo restaurant, walking distance from the home, was nice. A public boat ramp is nearby, just north of the property. Next time we might bring our boat. The Gulf is easily accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francine D.

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

Great visit!

Home was “squeaky” clean. Communication and check in, super easy. We enjoyed the canal view and evening music from the local restaurant. Thank you for making your well appointed home available to us and our pups! We had an enjoyable and relaxing month in Hernando Beach!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

RKC F., St Charles

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

Clean new property - Fisherman’s dream

The property was obviously newer and well maintained. Nicely furnished, spacious and comfortable. Well designed for a fisherman - especially if you have your own boat. Cleaning station on the deck, numerous hoses plus storeroom with a half bath are ideal for Anglers. I was looking forward to launching and using the kayaks provided but there was no convenient or safe way for us to get into them because the dock is so high above the water. A launch station would be nice. Fortunately I have my own kayak and was able to launch and fish in other areas. The shrimp boats across the canal were interesting and music from the restaurant directly across filled the air most nights. The Host and especially his son were great in communicating areas to visit and fish. Thank you for the tips Jared! Overall we were satisfied with the property- it has a lot going for it.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damien J.

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

Hernando Beach getaway

Everything on the property was as advertised and included no surprises. Communications with the owner was spot on and very accommodating and very helpful answering any questions and providing suggestions. Location was great. On the water, docking with space for 1 large boat or 2 moderate sizes. Minutes away from anything you might need or where you want to be. The local bar provides live music across the water till 9pm, where you can enjoy from the property or close the deck and ignore. Plenty of fish mongers to fill the fridge with if you chose not to catch it from the dock. If I were to be critical about anything, it would be the light visit of "noSeaums" in the evening, but they don't stay for long. There are fans on the balcony that helps with this, but the Seaums only stick around for dusk and dawn. You will enjoy the location. Just treat it well and leave it clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

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

If you want to relax this is the place to do it!

We enjoyed 6 weeks at this location. Weekend nights were spent on the balcony eating dinner and listening to live music from the highly rated Zig Zags restaurant right behind the canal. The music can be heard from the balcony but if you want silence just step inside. Also music is only from 6-9 so if you turn down early no issues. In the day time we drove less then 1 mile and rented a pontoon boat and took the 15 minute ride to relax and play in the flats. When we weren’t in the gulf we spent the day on the river which is a 5 minute ride to Rogers park where you can rent a John boat,kayak or launch your own kayaks free of charge. Enjoying the crystal clear water. If you want to stay on property there is a huge dock set for fishing with tons of bait and poles. You can also kayak in the canal behind the house as there are 3 kayaks on property. In summary great location,close to all the major dinning and boating activities. Large dock just down the canal from boat launch if you want to bring your own boat and park for the duration of your stay. This place has it all but most important to my wife was it was very clean!
Stayed 44 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

LISA Y.

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

You can stop looking

Its hard to describe this home in just a few words, so please take a few minutes to read this review. First and foremost, we have nothing negative to even mention, the home is exactly as described here. Clean in and out. Live band/s on the weekends - The music was easy on the ears, did not keep us up at night. Bring your boat! Docking is more than sufficient for a 38ft + there. Several hoses around the home and the dock. The launch ramp is maybe 100 yards from the home, and its a mere 1/4 mile idle zone and then full throttle through the markers out into the gulf. The ice machine is a HUGE bonus if your there for fishing. Downstairs is a locked room (you get a key for). We left all of our fishing gear down there. Large bait freezer, a regular refrigerator for all your drinks. Also has a restroom. Upstairs was great. The entire home is a "beach/fishing" theme. (I want the giant grouper from the living room!). All rooms were clean and comfortable. Bathrooms were great, with AWESOME WATER PRESSURE!! I wish I had that kind of pressure at home. Hot water was plentiful, even after several showers in a row. Kitchen area is large, with all needed cookware and utensils. Living room is well laid out with more than enough seating for several guests, and right off the living room is the balcony for morning sunrises. Communication is A++. Great restaurants literally right down the street. Make sure to visit the Silver Dolphin. We will definitely be booking this home again. Thanks!!!!!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Great Getaway

What a beautiful place! Great stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by David Oliver

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Meet David and Lisa Oliver-

David and his wife Lisa have both dedicated their lives to helping others. David is currently a retired lieutenant firefighter and has worked for the Alachua County Fire Department for +25 years. His wife Lisa has been a nurse for +10 years at Shands Hospital and currently works in the E.R. department. They both have a passion for helping others and a love for the great outdoors. They enjoy spending time with family and friends at their vacation home in Hernando Beach, Fl. There is always something to do whether it is spending time with family and friends at the sandbar or making unforgettable memories on their many fishing trips.

Why they chose this property

David and Lisa chose this property because they loved the area. When you just want to relax you can sit out on the patio and have a view right over Zig Zags Scallops to listen to the live band. The property is also conveniently located seconds from the boat ramp. They built a 40 ft dock to accommodate their boat and any size boat of their guest. You can also catch plenty of fish right from the dock. They have outfitted the house with great features for their friends and family that their guest have access to and can enjoy including 3 kayaks.

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