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Gulf-Front Oasis | Sunsets, Kayaks, Dock, & Peaceful Old Florida Charm

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Glass of wine with your own private sunet? YES Please!
Beautiful views from this comfortable patio deck
Plenty of nature and wildlife to see out here!
Open living room and kitchen floorplan
Open living room and kitchen floorplan

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hernando Beach, FL
  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Weeki Wachee River
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gulf-Front Oasis | Sunsets, Kayaks, Dock, & Peaceful Old Florida Charm

Welcome to Osowaw Oasis – A Peaceful Gulf-Front Escape with Sunset Views

Discover the charm of Old Florida in this serene waterfront retreat located in Hernando Beach. Set on over an acre with 600 feet of Gulf frontage, Osowaw Oasis offers breathtaking sunsets, wildlife sightings, and the peaceful rhythm of coastal living—just 10 minutes from the Weeki Wachee River.

This remodeled home is perfect for families, couples, and nature lovers alike, offering comfort, space, and plenty of outdoor fun.

🛏️ Inside the Home
Remodeled in 2022, the home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests:

Primary Bedroom: King bed
Guest Room 1 (Upstairs): Two queen beds
Guest Room 2 (Downstairs): One queen bed – private entrance and en-suite bath, perfect for added privacy
Living Room: Queen-size pull-out sofa

Additional features include:
4 Smart TVs (one in each bedroom) – stream from your apps or phone
Blackout curtains in all bedrooms
Cards & board games
Pack-and-play available
Smoke-free home
Dog-friendly (max 2 dogs, with additional pet fee) – Sorry, no cats due to family allergy

🌴 Outdoor Living at Its Best
Enjoy 2,000 sq. ft. of covered outdoor space and a breezy upstairs porch ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
Private floating dock – fish, tie up your boat, or enjoy sunset cocktails
4 single kayaks + 1 triple canoe – explore the Gulf or head toward the Weeki Wachee
Cornhole, games, and fire pit
Stainless steel gas grill with side burner
Frequent wildlife sightings – dolphins, manatees, turtles, birds, and more
The yard is partially fenced around the house for pets, but note: there is no fencing along the waterfront, so children and pets should be supervised. Life jackets and paddles are provided (use at your own risk).

🚗 Parking & RVs
Plenty of room for cars, trailers, or RVs:

Long circular driveway fits 8+ vehicles

Additional grassy parking area

🎉 Hosting an Event?
The spacious outdoor area makes this home great for small gatherings, family celebrations, or milestone weekends.
Please message us ahead of time for event approval, details, and pricing.

📍 Explore the Area
You're just minutes from top local attractions:
Weeki Wachee River & Buccaneer Bay water park (10 min)
Pine Island Beach, SunWest Park, and local marinas
Fishing, kayaking, scalloping, boating, and wildlife watching
Day trips to Clearwater Beach, Busch Gardens, and Orlando theme parks—all within 2 hours

👋 Meet Your Hosts
We’re a Tampa-based family who purchased Osowaw Oasis as our future retirement dream and weekend escape. We love sharing this peaceful spot and hope you’ll fall in love with it too.

Search “Osowaw Oasis” on YouTube for a video tour!
Small gatherings or events may be allowed with host pre-approval. Please message us for details and pricing.

Property manager

Kelly Winterling
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: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Spring Hill

Located in Spring Hill, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weeki Wachee Springs and Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, while Show Palace Dinner Theater and Colorama Music 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

  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Hudson Beach - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Weeki Wachee River - 23 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulffront Serenity: Your Secluded Retreat for Water Adventures and Breathtaking Sunsets! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Gulffront Serenity: Your Secluded Retreat for Water Adventures and Breathtaking Sunsets!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulffront Serenity: Your Secluded Retreat for Water Adventures and Breathtaking Sunsets!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulffront Serenity: Your Secluded Retreat for Water Adventures and Breathtaking Sunsets! located?

This Spring Hill holiday home is on the beach, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Nature Coast Botanical Gardens, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bowlero Spring Hill and Show Palace Dinner Theater. Weeki Wachee Springs and Hudson Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Beautiful Property

The house and the setting are stunning. We enjoyed the kayaks and the wildlife viewing. It was a peaceful atmosphere and the sunsets were amazing. It was an easy drive to good restaurants, grocery store, etc. There were a couple of cool windy days but we still enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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

Family vacation

The property was amazing and everything we wanted. I had envisioned a vacation in sunny Florida with our kids where we could relax and enjoy the weather. We wanted a country setting on the water. This was everything we imagined and more. We will be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JBalchunas1

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

Great stay on the water

Nice location for nature lovers, which is what we are. Saw plenty of wading and tripical birds. Also got to see some dolphins feeding right off of the deck. Only wish I was able to capture some pictures, as that was a highlight of the trip. Nice house and well taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

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

Awesome Sunsets

We truly enjoyed our stay. Home was very cozy and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. The porch was awesome for viewing the wildlife and sunsets. Everything we needed was available. Great relaxing and peaceful location. The hosts followed up to ensure our stay was exceptional.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brock W.

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

Awesome place and great hosts

Fantastic propertty
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Beautiful Getaway

Excellent! Beautiful property, well appointed. Oustanding hosts.We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Stayed 04/13-04/19/25

This property was beautiful, clean, and fully stocked with cookware, utensils, condiments and toiletries. If you are planning to visit within the Hernando Beach area, this house was very conveniently located. My husband and two teenage kids found this property online. I was a little skeptical because several of our days were going to be spent in Tampa, Clearwater and St. Petersburg which are about 1-1.5 hours away. This was a bit of a drive but wasn't too bad. The days spent at the home were relaxing with a fantastic view, plenty of fishing, kayaking/canoeing, and swimming. There was a separate bedroom and bathroom that could only be accessed by going outside. We didn't know this when initially renting the property. The kids wanted their own bedroom but they ended up sharing the bedroom with two beds so we all could stay within the house. The detached bedroom/bath may be an issue for a family with many small kids however. The beds were comfortable with plenty of additional blankets and a nice full size washer and dryer were available. All in all, this was a great property to stay at.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

marguerite v.

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

A paradise

Great for relaxing and fishing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

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

Wonderful home and lots of fun!

The owners have taken extra care to insure everything about your stay is perfect! It is extremely clean, beautiful sunsets and location. Great fun canoeing and playing games. It is a terrific stay for a couple or family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci A.

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

Great home - great location

Loved our time here! The home was set up wonderfully and is at a gorgeous location! All the little things were thought of, including a balloon for my husband's 50th birthday! Very thoughtful hosts and we had the best time! Definitely will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Relax and enjoy the Beautiful Sunsets

We really enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful time exploring the area. There are great restaurants and our dog loved her daily walks at a nearby Preserve. We saw manatees and dolphins right off the dock. We will really miss the sunsets. Our hosts were the best!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill K.

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

Perfect family get away location

This home was the perfect, serene spot for our family and dogs; even despite the unfavorable weather. The scenery is magnificent. The grounds and views made the weather a second thought. The owners are extremely attentive and personable. Perfect for dogs and water sport frolicking. We will return for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

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

Osowaw Oasis

The stay was excellent from the beginning. Our family enjoyed the views and hospitality from the owners and will be looking into staying at more of their properties. Kelly and David made us feel welcomed and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with our stay. This property is one of pure bliss and worked well for our large family and pups.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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

Super duper duper awesome

9 year old describing it Super duper duper awesome! House was great for 2 families of four with kids in the double queen room. Place had all kinds of stuff to do and use, great outdoor setup. Amazing view and sunsets. Great spot for beginner kayakers, bring water shoes for getting in and out. Bottom suite you do have to go outside to access from main area. Hosts had fantastic communication and were very helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful property on water

This was an excellent location.Very cute decor.But misleading in the description of the layout of the home.It shows three bedrooms. But the one bedroom and bath are downstairs separate from the house. This bedroom is completely by itself and in order to get to the house, you have to go outside around the building and up the steps. Thank God it did not rain while we were there. That room was very isolated. It was almost as if it was a storage room under the house that they turned into a bedroom and bath. Which was fine, but there was no kitchenette. So every time my family needed something they needed to go outside in order to get upstairs.Very disappointing as we were all expecting to be together.Also, no big screen TV under the pole barn as advertised, no foosball table showing in the pictures, and the fireplace is not a working fireplace.There were also issues with hair on two sofas.The host did refund me, and I would totally use this property again, however, I would never dream of putting my family members in the downstairs suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Spring Hill

Fantastic place. If you want a quiet place in nature to relax after a day at Weeki Wachi, this is the place. Had a nice breeze off the gulf overlooking beautiful and relaxing scenery. One of the days we never left, kayaked and swam in the water and had a nice bonfire that night. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B., Saginaw, USA

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

Beautiful Gulf Retreat!

Our family stayed at Dave and Kelly’s fabulous home in Aripeka! It’s a great location with great bird watching, dolphins and fishing right in your front yard! Kayaking in the back waters is so fun as well!! Great location if you’re bringing your dog along as the yard is fenced and it’s set up for your four legged family member. You will definitely enjoy this home!! Dave and Kelly are great hosts as well, very responsive and so nice!
Stayed 45 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

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

Private, gulf-access paradise!

The property is very unique and private. The home is stocked with whatever your family may need for a week of outdoor, boating adventures. We really enjoyed using the kayaks to explore their water weighs around the property and saw manatees, dolphin, and sea turtles. The home is in great shape, and the mattresses were very comfortable. We definitely hope to return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary W., Fitchburg, Wisconsin

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

The perfect spot!

This property was absolutely gorgeous. We stayed the month of March 2024 for a break from Wisconsin winter. As a long term rental we can say the beds were comfortable! The home is nicely maintained & decorated. Every day we spent out time watching wildlife! Many species of birds, dolphins and even an alligator! Most enjoyable were the magnificent sunsets! The area is convenient to stores, restaurants and breweries. We found every thing we needed & more. Dave & Kelly were wonderful hosts. We are planning our trip for next year!
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Gulf Coast Fun for All Ages

The house was beautiful inside and out with lots of amenities and wonderful hosts. Every day was filled with excitement. We went kayaking, canoeing and fishing on the gulf. Loved eating fresh fish caught right off the dock. We spent a day explored the many beaches nearby. Enjoyed our visit to Tarpon Springs shopping, dining and exploring the Sponge Docks. We went to the mermaid show and also took the private boat tour thru the Weeki Wachee Spring enjoying boating, swimming and watching the manatees. Some of our crew even braved spending another day exploring the springs on their own. Every night we watched the most beautiful sunset. A great time was had by all
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay B., Canton, Georgia

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

Not your typical Florida vacation. (Better)

This property is amazing. Although inside the home was really nice we spent very little time inside. We spent most of our time sitting on the dock, under the pavilion and on the upper porch. We also kayaked and fished several hours each day. The sunsets EVERY night were indescribable. The hosts checked on us several times just to make sure everything was perfect. Which it was. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyson C.

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

Amazing Location and Sunsets!

We had the pleasure of spending a long weekend at Osowaw Oasis and it was fantastic. First off the hosts, Kelly and Dave, were extremely helpful and prompt in answering my questions about the property and surrounding area. The house and overall property were perfect. Tons of outdoor space with great toys (Kayaks, canoe, fishing gear, cornhole, foosball, firepit, outdoor shower etc.) with a huge covered pavilion (with a TV) to provide plenty of shade. The house is right on the gulf and provided some of the most beautiful sunsets I've ever seen. The home was cozy and well appointed with all you would need for your stay. Beds were cozy and the back porch provided the perfect view of the breathtaking sunsets prefect for enjoying a cocktail or beverage of choice while relaxing and watching the wildlife. We had a pod of manatee right off the dock playing on several nights and kayaking a little into the gulf we got to interact with several dolphin. Best time to go is mid/late evening. Also plenty of birds roosting among the tall pine trees. If you are looking for a place to stay in the Weekie Wachee / Springhill area you must check out Osowaw Oasis. It will not disappoint!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Family Vacation

This place is amazing. Such a beautiful home and property. We loved how much room we had, no other houses right next to us. Water literally surrounds most of the property. We enjoyed awesome sunsets, beautiful views, lots of nature. Had a few visitors including a turkey, some humming birds, and a young Anhinga by the dock our son got to pet. The grandkids had a blast swimming, kayaking and fishing with Papa. The fishing was slow, but as my husband says "That's Fishing" I think everyone caught a sheephead, few mangrove snapper, and a couple catfish. This was the perfect setup for our family, could not have been more relaxing. Dave and Kelly were wonderful host, very attentive. Dave even reached out to let me know he was going to be in town a few days if we needed any thing. Overall a wonderful trip, just wish we could have stayed longer!! Will definitely be back! I highly recommend this home, and the host for your family!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

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

Beautiful Property!! Highly recommend!!

Stunning sunsets, great property layout, super convenient, yet peaceful location, very clean, well-appointed home, tastefully decorated, comfortable beds and linens, awesome host!! We had a wonderful experience at this beautiful property! Our host, Dave, was very helpful and responsive; made great recommendations for fishing charter, river boating, beaches, restaurants, local amenities... Great location: Publix and Walmart less than 10 minutes away. Weeki Wachee attractions, river kayaking, bait shop, fishing charter, cute beach shop, public pickleball courts, less than 20 minutes away. Awesome family beach- Pine Island, less than 30 minutes away. The traffic in the area was surprisingly pleasant! Easy to get to local amenities. We visited Clearwater Beach on a weekday. The drive was easy and we only encountered traffic as we got closer to the bridge. Which is normal. We LOVED this property!! Had fun watching the outdoor TV and playing foosball while grilling the fish that we caught for dinner! Snook, red drum, sea trout- the fishing was awesome in April! Tarpon are coming in May! Excellent grill/outdoor entertainment area! Large tables seat the whole family. Plus extra fridge in the laundry room area on the ground floor very convenient! Nice fishing poles, cast net to use. LOVED the dock + beach area! Both were great for launching the kayaks. LOVED kayaking amongst the mangroves with full sunset view of the Gulf of Mexico! LOVED the fire pit! Will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy V.

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

Fantastic View!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Winterling

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Our names are Kelly and Dave. We've both grown up our entire lives in the greater Tampa bay area and our family absolutely loves spending time on our beautiful nature coast! We've put a lot of thought and fun into our pet friendly vacation homes. And we believe that's why our properties stand out against the rest.

Why they chose this property

Location, Location, Location. Gorgeous sunsets and beautiful views of the gulf of Mexico!

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location. Gorgeous sunsets and beautiful views of the gulf of Mexico!

Languages:

English

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