Welcome mermaids and mermen to Ozona, a friendly waterfront community located in Palm Harbor on the gulf of Mexico with a laid back vibe and easy access to six marinas as well as 45 miles of the Pinellas trail. Founded as a fishing village and seaside sanctuary, the Ozona bluffs have maintained a true small village unspoiled ambiance. Walk or bike down streets lined with old oak trees dripping with Spanish moss. Live like a local. . . hopping from serene sunset spots overlooking the sound, or hit one of the half dozen unique local restaurants or pubs accessible by golf cart. Located 3 miles from Dunedin, 2 miles from Honeymoon Island and 1 mile from downtown Palm Harbor this area offers an eclectic ensemble of dining options and not-to-be-missed coastal shopping. Trolley service is available just blocks away to chauffer you from Tarpon Springs to Clearwater Beach. Bring your boat (22' or less) and keep it on the lift in your backyard (fee applies), or rent one and get out fishing, dolphin or manatee watching. Make a run out to one of the 9 islands in the inter-coastal waterway and have an entire beach with fabulous shelling all to yourself! House has just undergone renovations and is located on a quiet cul-de-sac on the water, with boat lift, dock, and canoe available. Driveway easily acommodates 2 vehicles. House if fully stocked and pleasantly decorated in an inviting coastal motif. Choose from the Tommy Bahama room with queen bed or the Surf Suite with dual twin beds and make space for additional guests on the pull-out couch. Enjoy water views from the spacious and open sun-room, lounge on the dock or bask after dark beside the fire pit and reminisce on your day. Let us help you customize your vacation to be as relaxing or activity packed as you would like.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pet fee applies. All pets must be preapproved.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Loss of min.$250 of deposit for smoking
A/C units should not be set below 72'. Upon checkout please raise the temp above 78' and turn off A/C unit on back porch. No bait in the house.
Owners are not responsible for accidents, injuries, loss of personal property occuring on the premises. Renters assume responsibility for their guests
Furnishings are to be kept clean and in order. Use appliances for intended purposes only. Garbage is to be placed in outdoor receptacles.
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
Note from host: Please respect the neighbors.
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 and a deadlock
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A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Palm Harbor
Located in Ozona, a neighbourhood in Palm Harbor, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Florida Auto Exchange Stadium - Dunedin Blue Jays or Dunedin Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
Dunedin Beach - 15 min drive - 9.5 km
Clearwater Marine Aquarium - 20 min drive - 18.5 km
Clearwater Beach - 41 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Molly Goodhead's Raw Bar & Restaurant - 7 min walk
De Bine Brewing Company - 20 min walk
Crabby Bills Palm Harbor - 2 min drive
Happy China - 3 min drive
La Dolce Vita Trattoria - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ozona Waterfront Mermaid House located?
Located in Ozona, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dunedin Golf Club and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Innisbrook Golf Club. Dunedin Fine Art Center and Wall Springs Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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We loved our stay!! The property was clean, nice and quiet! You can tell this property is very well maintained! We had everything we needed plus some! Easy access out to the gulf with so many beautiful places to explore by boat! We definitely will be booking again!
This is the second time that we have rented this home and it won’t be the last. This is a great home, location and communication with owner. Highly recommended!
We absolutely fell in love with the view of the bayou and the Florida room for morning coffee. With the location walkable from the restaurants in Ozona, this is a fantastic find.
We stayed 4 days. The little town of Ozona was super cute, was able to walk up to the little restaurants and to the marina to watch the sunset. It was our first time visiting Dunedin and Palm Harbor . The house is just as described . The sun room was our favorite part . Having laundry was extra helpful . Wish we could have stayed longer . we could
We stayed for 8 days and it literally felt like home away from home! This property and experience exceeded our expectations and would highly recommend! Location is perfect! We will definitely stay here again!
Cute waterfront home in the adorable town of Ozona. Close to downtown Palm Harbor and Tarpon Springs sponge docks.. Plenty to do and see. Close to the Pinellas Trail, breweries, and fantastic restaurants.
This house was perfect for us...It was so nice to be able to bring our boat and our dog! :) The neighborhood was so cute and convenient to all of our favorite spots! Will definitely stay here again in the future!
Enjoyed our stay at the Mermaid House.
So much to do and see in this area. Our kids and Grandboys also enjoyed their stay! Had good communication with the owners. Thank you!
Great canal front home in a quiet neighborhood yet close to Ozona restaurants and the bike trail. Everything as advertised and the owners were very attentive and local.
Clean, well stocked and maintained. Beautiful on the water in a very quite neighborhood. Coffee in the mornings in the sunroom looking at the peaceful water view. It was a perfect getaway close to everything! Thank you for sharing your little peice of paradise....
The Mermaid House in Ozona has everything you need: peace, location, amenities... You're close to great places to eat and hang out; my wife and I really enjoyed our time here. I would recommend to anyone wanting to unwind and enjoy the old Florida charm of Ozona.
What an adorable, comfortable place, and a wonderful neighborhood. The hosts added several 'extras' that really made us feel at home. We greatly enjoyed our holiday stay here (they even set out a countertop tree for the occasion!) and we are considering a return trip next year!
Melissa M.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Amber Smith
Owners live in Ozona as well-there's nowhere we'd rather reside. After living in Florida for 15 years we found this treasure of a location and we've been here for over 12 years. Take advantage of our local knowledge and love of the plentiful aquatic activities and charm of this area. We're happy to offer our best suggestions for events, dining etc.
Why they chose this property
Waterfront home with great access to the bayou and intercoastal waterways on a quiet cul-de-sac street.
What makes this property unique
Ozona offers a true throw-back village feel with friendly inhabitants, plenty of sunset viewpoints, and one of a kind bars and restaraunts. Just a short distance to pristine and native beaches.