Waterfront oasis with beautiful sunsets, dolphins, dock for your boat!

10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Ocean view

Enjoy the area

Hernando Beach, FL

Weeki Wachee Springs18 min drive
Weeki Wachee River19 min drive
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park22 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

Relax at our beautiful deep-water oasis in Hernando Beach, Florida with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy coffee on the porch watching the dolphins play in the cove, fish off the dock or take your boat out (or rent one) to the flats, then come back to watch the vibrant sunsets from the backyard. Kayaking, biking, boating, fishing, sight-seeing, or doing absolutely nothing but enjoy nature - we have it all.

Accommodations: We can host up to 6 guests. The home has two bedrooms - one with a king size bed and a second bedroom with two queen sized beds. One large bathroom with a tub/shower. Fans in all rooms, coffee bar, large screen cable TV, laundry facilities, air-conditioning, and full kitchen.

Trailer and RV Accommodation: We offer parking for RVs and trailers, which is convenient for travelers with larger vehicles. However, it's important to note that there are no utility hook-ups for RVs.

Age Restrictions: The property is not suitable for smaller children due to the open seawall and 5' drop to the water depending on the tides. Guests aged 12 and up are welcome, as long as their parents are diligent in ensuring their safety. Your comfort and safety is our primary priority as hosts.

Check In/Out: Check in time is at 3:00 PM via a front door keypad code. Check out time is 11:00AM. Clear instructions are provided for a convenient arrival and departure.

We have many options in the area for recreation and dining. We will share recommendations based on your preferences.

We have established some rules to maintain a pleasant and safe environment for all guests:

- No smoking in the house or porch, with a $500 deep cleaning fee for rule breakers.
- No pets are allowed.
- Only registered guests are permitted.
- No parties, as the property is located in a residential neighborhood.
- Bedroom windows should remain closed due to keeping the biting no-see-ums out of the house. Porch doors may be open as special screens have been installed to keep the nasty buggers out! Please turn off the air-conditioner if you keep doors open.

These rules are essential for maintaining a peaceful and safe atmosphere for our guests and neighbors.

Property manager

Kerry Touzel

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Ocean view

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

This property is not appropriate for young kids.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This is a residential neighborhood and we request you respect the neighbors by keeping the noise down after 9:00 PM

Bedroom windows must remain closed and locked due to no-see-um bugs (yup - you cannot see them!) who enter at dusk and bite. The porch doors are OK.

The dock and seawall is open and the drop from the seawall to the water is 5' at low tide. It can be dangerous and you must sign a release to stay.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Spring Hill

Located in Spring Hill, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weeki Wachee River and Weeki Wachee Springs. 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.

Hernando Beach, FL

What's nearby

Weeki Wachee Springs - 18 min drive
Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 19 min drive
Weeki Wachee River - 19 min drive
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 22 min drive
Hudson Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 13 min drive
Panera Bread - 13 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 13 min drive
Cupcake Heaven - 14 min drive
Taco Bell - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront oasis with beautiful sunsets, dolphins, dock for your boat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront oasis with beautiful sunsets, dolphins, dock for your boat!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront oasis with beautiful sunsets, dolphins, dock for your boat!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront oasis with beautiful sunsets, dolphins, dock for your boat! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Nature Coast Botanical Gardens, Bayport Park Boat Ramp and Weeki Wachee River. Pine Island Beach Park and Adventure Coast Fun Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sherry K.

21 March 2024

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

Relaxing stay with dolphin watching

The Blue Dolphin is a comfortable vacation rental and a good location to experience all that Hernando Beach has to offer. The house sits on the widest part of the canal which is the perfect spot to watch the dolphins cruise the water. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. There is a dock with a pedal boat and two kayaks. There were bicycles also. The owner was communicative and helpful. We enjoyed our stay and will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James K W.

4 March 2024

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

A perfect winter escape

We could not have been more pleased with this vacation home. The bright, airy spaces with a wide open view of the canal, beautiful sunsets, and the ever changing shenanigans of the pelicans, cormorants, egrets, and dolphins were a delight. Our lovely decorated and comfortable surroundings also included so many extra amenities! My husband and I enjoyed the paddleboat, kayaks, bicycles, games and puzzles that were provided. The location was less than ten minutes from at least nine establishments with the best seafood, sandwiches, bbq, Italian food and even an upscale Spanish/Italian restaurant. Many of these had seating waterside where you were invited to feed the turtles in the canals! The home is located a short distance from a nature preserve with walking and bike trails where my husband spent many happy hours. Our host was wonderfully accommodating and made sure we felt at home in our home away from home. It was the break we needed from the gray, cold month of February in the mountains.

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kerry Touzel

I am an international consultant who spent her life traveling for work and pleasure. From the many years of entertaining and traveling - I have learned a thing or two about hospitality. Now as a realtor in Hernando Beach, I fell in love with the area and the relaxed vibe in Florida. Sun and water and nature - it doesn't get any better!

Why they chose this property

I have been boating in Hernando for years and loved the area. As a realtor, this is one of the few areas in Florida that remains natural and is still a hidden gem.

What makes this property unique

The Blue Dolphin is situated on the last cove before the Gulf the direct view of the Gulf. I love it because it is protected from the surprise storms and surges - plus the dolphins fish here daily. We have great blue heron, fish of all kinds, kayakers, boaters, and paddleboarders. It is a quiet spot for relaxing and enjoying the water.