Located in Weeki Wachee Gardens, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Colorama Music and Show Palace Dinner Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Weeki Wachee Springs and Bowlero Spring Hill. Travelling with kids? Consider Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Weeki Wachee Springs - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
Hudson Beach - 26 min drive - 33.2 km
Three Sisters Springs - 44 min drive - 63.0 km
Getting around
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 13 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 13 min drive
Steak 'n Shake - 13 min drive
Dunkin' - 13 min drive
La Bella Napoli - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Main River house: Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Game Rm, Weeki Spring behind home, have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Main River house: Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Game Rm, Weeki Spring behind home, ?
As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Main River house: Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Game Rm, Weeki Spring behind home, on 11 January 2027 start from NZ$2,489, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Main River house: Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Game Rm, Weeki Spring behind home, pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Main River house: Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Game Rm, Weeki Spring behind home, ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Main River house: Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Game Rm, Weeki Spring behind home, ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Main River house: Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Game Rm, Weeki Spring behind home, ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Main River house: Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Game Rm, Weeki Spring behind home, located?
This family-friendly Weeki Wachee Gardens holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Weeki Wachee River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pine Island Beach Park and Weeki Wachee Springs. Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Bayport Park Boat Ramp are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Loved the house and the location. Perfect set up for families and friends. Great layout and fantastic dock area! We saw tons of manatees and even a few dolphins! Will rent again.
Our host was amazing. Sonia came to us 2 different times to help us with issues. Very very nice lady. Very helpful and informative. Three house was clean with plenty of towels and extra linen and blankets. The whole family had a blast.
This house was perfect for our two families with young boys. Perfect location on the river, plenty of kayaks and life vests to use, great outdoor area, lots of space, and plenty of items to entertain. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
Beth, Thanks for being such a great guest. We appreciate you taking good care of the property as if your own. It fills our hearts that you were able to create memories here together. Have a safe trip home. We hope you return soon.
Sonia Do Can we just go through another one of those things so they take our pictures automatically?
John,
Thank you so much for staying at our river home. It was a pleasure hosting you and your family.
We do hope you return soon.
Sonia, Bri, and Rick Barcena
Realtors
Florida Treasure Realty, LLC
2nd time staying at this home. Had a great time. Host is very professional. House is clean and water was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2026
Diana
Thank you for sharing your experience e with others and thank you for being such a fabulous returning guest. We appreciate you and look forward to hosting you again soon.
Sonia
I’m not one to give bad reviews but this was very disappointingbut after several conversations w/ host n issues that came up Sara I decided to post a review. This is the 2nd time we rent this property. The first time I reported two issues,the second time those issues were still there. The ants in the kitchen and the beds, Even in the second story. Air cond. still rattling in one of the bedrooms, and this time the air cond. was set at 69 and you couldn’t lower it, even though the house was extremely warm no fans in the room. I reported the issue was told it’s an old house, the air conditioning company stated air would only go 20 below Whatever temperature was outside. All I can say is Sonia brought a fan to relieve, after sleeping uncomfortable because both rooms were hot. We were also told if we’re not happy, they would refund our money and we could leave within a two hour notice. The house has a lot of wear and tear, food Dispose was not working, Roof tiles and certain areas are falling out. Sofa can use cleaning, very old and dingy linen and towels. No one notified us of Gardner going into back yard while our stay, we had left a wallet outside which disappeared and then reappeared a week later without the money. Yet 4 adults Check the property several times for three days. We also suspect there’s mold on the second floor. We were also told3days before arrival of a docking fee of per each even though property states no hidden fees, n there was nothing written on Vrbo.
Great location, very roomy and comfortable. Loved spending time on the deck and using the kayaks. Thank you so much Sonia!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Natalie
14 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Not our first time and definitely not our last. We love this spot and that's why we keep coming back. Everything you need is available to you and Sonia is such a great attentive. We highly recommend
The house is well equipped for our family to vacation. The water is beautiful and clear, we saw a lot of wild life and many manatees. This was our third visit this year we enjoy it so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2024
Thank you Char!
Weather for you again really soon.
Make your next reservation within the next two days to receive a $50 Rebooking voucher For being such an excellent guest . This voucher is good on your next vacation at this property with us. Sonia
Everything was clean and stocked on arrival, and we had a great time. Highly recommend this house for families. Absolutely loved the bunk room upstairs. I hope to return and have the in-laws rent the house next door.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 December 2024
Melissa,
Yes, we would also love you to come back again soon and reserve both of those homes side by on the main river to make even more fabulous memories together with your family.
It fills our hearts that you enjoyed your stay. We know how precious vacations are.
Again, Thanks so much for choosing Charlie’s main river Weeki Wachee house. We would love you to come back again soon.
Have a very Merry Christmas and happy holiday season.
Sonia, Bri & Rick Barcena
FTRHOMES
Our family had a wonderful stay at this property. We enjoyed the beautiful river being steps away from us. Also loved watching manatees and kayakers go by. Home is well kept and our host was fast to respond with any needs we had.
We had an amazing long weekend here, and the house just as described and perfect for us! Great location on the river which was cool and clear, it was fun watching all the kayakers, SUPers and GoBoters go by. Our family tried scalloping for the first time, it was fun. The house is stocked with games and the kitchen has a variety of accessories in addition to the usual. We would definitely come back here!
We had a great stay at this property. We saw several manateesRight off the dock. The property was well stocked with a canoe, kayaks, floats and deck seating.The house was super clean and well equipped. We traveled with a wide range of kids (13-7) and they loved having their own space upstairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2025
Kelly
Thanks for being a fabulous guest during your family vacation at Charlie’s on the main river. I ’m so happy to hear all the kids had a great time. We appreciate you taking care of the river property. We hope you come back very soon to create more wonderful memories here..
Sonia, Bri, & Rick Barcena
Realtor
Florida Treasure Realty LLC
FTRHOMES
This home is amazing! On the main river so the people watching was 10/10 the kids enjoyed being able to just jump off the dock and swim all day. This home is very accommodating to a large family of all ages. We can’t wait to come back to this place next year..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2024
Suzy
We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay at the river home. thank you for taking good care of the property during your stay. The family has a lot of fun memories here. We’re happy you were able to create some too. It would be our pleasure to have you back soon.
Sonia, Bri & Rick Barcena
Realtors
Florida Treasure Realty
Overall, great stay at this property. Definitely way better than it looked in pictures. Location was great and had all amenities we needed to enjoy our stay. Sonia was a great host.
We all had an amazing weekend and would live to go back soon. Highly recommend!
We had an amazing stay at this house. Great spot for swimming right off the dock. Very nice clean water access with all the kayaks and everything needed to enjoy the river right in the house. Inside has a wonderful set up with all kinds of games for the kids. We will definitely use the same house for all our future visits. House was super clean and property manager was very accommodating to help us get in a few hours early.
Everything was as described, if anything it undersold itself. We had an amazing trip. This house is on a great spot on the river. New deck was a super hit for hanging out. We enjoyed the kayaks, 4 singles so we rented a few extra. The house was very clean with lots of room for our party of 6 adults. The extra fridge was a great touch. It is a very quiet neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Cathy,
Thank you so much for your honest review. You were a lovely guest. We would love to welcome you back again.
Sonia Barcena
Realtor
FTRHOMES