Vacation Rentals by Owner

Perfect Family Vacation

Guest: Carrie O.
Date of Stay: 04/14/12 Review Submitted: 04/25/12

We had an amazing vacation at this lovely home. We had rented homes before but this one was even nicer then it looked in the pictures and was spotlessly clean! Very comfortable with everything you could possibly need for your stay. King bed was very comfortable. We loved the pool and used it every day. The kids loved having their own rooms and having their own tv's for downtime. Close to lots of stores/restaurants. We enjoyed Weeki Watchee and the kayak down the river was amazing. Kids loved it and we saw manatee, fish, turtles, birds.. stopped for a swim along the way .. just a perfect day. PIne Island Beach was also very nice.. we visited there twice and saw dolphins both days. Close enough to also do Busch Gardens and Adventure Island. Murray was a pleasure to deal with and we will definately be returning to this lovely home.

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Excellent Vacation Home

Guest: Ruth S. (Norwood, Massachusetts)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11 Review Submitted: 08/28/11

This was our second year staying at this home during our visit to Florida. Julie and Murray take feedback positively and made changes to improve our and others future stays at their home. The place is fully equiped, immaculately clean, beautiful poolm and close to so many places within an hour or more drive. We look forward staying here again before we move to Florida permanently. Thanks so much for the use of your home. It made our vacation even more special...

Owner response:We are just happy that Ruth and family enjoyed their stay at our place enough to revisit. We do listen to feedback - its the only way we have of knowing what our visitirs want and enjoy. By the ay - we love the home too!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway

Perfect Vacation Home

Guest: sally s. (Iowa)
Date of Stay: 05/26/11 Review Submitted: 06/01/11

The property was perfect-Very neat and clean! The description was right on! Murray was wonderful to deal with-A delight and very helpful and informative. We loved to the pool-Swam everyday. Also, close enough to enjoy day trip to Seaworld (a must), Busch Gardens and Clearwater for a private excursion to snorkle and dolphin watch! A perfect vacation for my husband and myself-The kids dont want to leave! Already planning next year! Would most definitly recommend Murray and his hidden treasure here in Spring Hill!!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children.

Super Clean and Comfortable

Guest: Carolyn C. (Key Largo, Fl)
Date of Stay: 10/16/10 Review Submitted: 12/05/10

I rented this home for a girlfriend getaway. We found the home to be very comfortable, very clean and a great spot to journey out for days of golf and touring. Rather than a hotel, we loved having the amenities of a well equipped kitchen and washer dryer. The pool was lovely but we did not plan ahead to have it heated, and I would suggest that for all but the summer months. By October, the evenings are cool enough to make the pool water too chilly. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this part of Florida. PS. Golfing at World Woods in Brooksville is wonderful.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Spring Hill Vacation

Guest: Bob Kathy Caitlin and Jaclyn (Fairless Hills, PA)
Date of Stay: 05/01/10 Review Submitted: 05/11/10

The property was better than descibbed The home was very clean and well maintained Customer service was excellent - The pool filter pump burned out and it was replaced in a couple of hours I will recommend this property to all of my friends There many attractions in the area and many resturaunts we especially enjoyed Cody's Road house

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

True 'Home Away From Home'

Guest: Dee Dee Dear (Lafayette, Indiana, United States of America)
Date of Stay: 04/19/10 Review Submitted: 05/04/10

WOW!! We were so lucky to find this property among all the Florida listings! We had an excellent 10-day stay in this very, very nice home. The description in the listing was 'spot-on'. It was exceptionally clean and nice. The pool heater was a great buy for the time of year we visited. We were in the pool almost every day, even tho' it was a little windy and chilly on several days. Murray was an absolute delight to work with from a distance. (Wish we could've met him and Julie in person to thank them!) I would gladly recommend this property to anyone, along with the great customer service we received. Murray has a great sense of fun things to do when you're staying at the house. His suggestions were great and easy to find. We also recommend an Air Boat Ride w/Captain Stu in Homosassa. Neat way to see the Homosassa River and wildlife around there. The visitors journal on the table at the front door was a very nice touch to write a note for all visitors to share. The travel notebook in the TV stand is a great idea, too, to see lots of 'things to do' while you're visiting the Spring Hill area. We were really into the relaxing and 'do nothing' atmosphere that this property afforded us. We already miss it!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

FIRST RENTAL HOME EXPERIENCE

Guest: JamieT (Massachusetts)
Date of Stay: 09/13/09 Review Submitted: 11/03/09

My husband and I wanted to take our two little dogs with us on vacation, we would hate to leave them in a Kennel. We had never rented a home and didn't know what to expect. This house was PERFECT. So much better than a hotel and we could leave the dogs while we were out without worrying!!! The price was great, the neighborhood was great, and the house was beautiful!!! It's exactly as described. There are plenty of stores and restaruants within a 5 minute drive. Pine Island Beach is worth going to. I think it took about 10 minutes to get there. If you are there during peak season I suggest getting there early as the parking lot holds maybe 100 cars. Parking is only 2 dollars and there is a nice little snack shack that serves smoothies, sandwiches, fries, etc. and a good size playground for the little ones! Both days we went we saw dolphins playing around off shore! It's a very quiet beach. There are no shops, jet ski rentals, arcades or big waves (great for babies and younger kids)....it's a nice place to relax and enjoy the Florida sun! Kayaking down Weeki Wachee is another must do! It took us about 2 1/2 hours but it was worth it. It's a nice quiet, peaceful, ride down the spring. We stopped about half way down and watched a family of manatee eating some plants close to shore! If you are looking for a nice, quiet getaway this is the place for you. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay longer. The owners are wonderful, very helpful, and easy to get in touch with if there is a question or a problem. We would love to be able to stay here again someday!

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

First Florida Family Vacation!!

Guest: BiancaB (Jacksonville, Florida, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/20/09 Review Submitted: 09/08/09

It was our first vacation in Florida. And we just loved it. The descriptions fit very well. It was easy to find. I was very surprised how clean everything was cause our previous experience in house renting was not so good. We had no problems that couldn´t be fixed by going to the store. ;P The service was just fine. Our activities were that that many because we wanted to have an relaxing vacation so we did enjoy the pool and lil of everything. thank you for the nice time we could have. and We hope we get a chance to come back. Bianca, Philipp, Thomas and Angela from Munich, Germany

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Great and relaxing holiday

Guest: Burkhardt and Conni (Worfelden, Germany)
Date of Stay: 08/05/09 Review Submitted: 08/29/09

We had been in this villa in August 2009. Actually the house is better then described. A perfect place for families with children. We felt like home immediately after we arrived. The pool was used every day for hours. The property is ery well equiped and we missed nothing. Also the customer service is perfect. We visited a lot of places around. Murray gave us a lot of things to do and we did the most. Do not miss weeki wachee canoe tour. You will love it. The beach at Palm Island you can reach in minues and is perfect for younger children. Hoprfully we can return soon.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children.

WONDERFUL VACATION

Guest: Lisa & Keegan (Ranburne, AL)
Date of Stay: 06/26/09 Review Submitted: 07/07/09

We enjoyed our stay in the home. The photos do not do the home justice. It is quiet and peaceful but close to everything that we wanted. We did drive to Clearwater to the beach (our kids like ocean and want WAVES). The pool was so nice. We took a swim every night. We were able to spend quality family time together. The house has everything that you need and is very spacious and comfortable. Murray was wonderful to deal with. The entire property was in top condition.. We would definitely stay here again. If you are looking for an excellent meal, try Cody's Roadhouse. Our dinner was delicious.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

BEAUTIFUL HOME

Guest: TV655 (KINGSPORT TN)
Date of Stay: 05/23/09 Review Submitted: 06/02/09

WE STAYED IN THIS HOUSE MAY 2009 AND WE ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. VERY CLOSE TO EVEYRTHING WE REALLY ENJOYED POOL VERY COMFORTING AND VERY QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD WE WOULD DEFINATELY RECOMMEND TO ANYONE GREAT LOCATION DEFINATELY THINKING OF COMING BACK NEXT YEAR!!!VERY NEAT AND NICE !!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Property

Guest: Dick& Janet (RuffsDale Pa)
Date of Stay: 05/06/09 Review Submitted: 05/20/09

This property is better than described. Easy drive to many attractions. Murray called to make sure everything was satisfactory and i had a minor question. Within 10 mins his rep was there to make sure there was no problem. Owners very nice to deal with Would love to stay there again

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing.

Excellent Facility

Guest: DJ000 (Whitewater, WI USA)
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/05/09

We rented this home in February of 2008 and again in February 2009 and will most likely do so again. One HUGE advantage for us was that this property is pet friendly so we were able to bring our dog with us. The house is immaculate and has everything you need from pots and pans to towels and linens to in-house washer and dryer. The pool is wonderful and the property's location is somewhat secluded but still close to many sightseeing activities. There's a golf course and driving range about a mile away, all other requirements, e.g., grocery, department stores, restaurants are all within a short drive. The public library system is excellent and if you show your rental receipt you can get a library card for free.. The city of Tampa and its airport is reasonably close as is Orlando, home of the Walt Disney complex. Also reasonabley close is Homosassa Springs and Crystal River, both prime manatee viewing areas and Tarpon Springs which once was the largest sponge port in the US There's plenty to do and see if you are so inclined or you can just lounge by the pool and kick back. If you are visiting during the winter months, however, I would strongly recommend that you opt for the pool heat if you plan to swim. If you choose to visit this property don't overpack. The availibility of the washer and dryer coupled with the laid back Florida lifestyle relieves you of the need to pack a lot of clothing. And make sure you visit Papa Clyde's ice cream. The ice cream is GREAT! From a customer service aspect, the owners are very accomodating and they have a local representative who is only a phone call away should you encounter any problems.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Mentmore House

Guest: Ron E (Burnsville, MN, USA)
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/23/09

January 2009 in this house in Spring Hill was all too short. When we arrived the house was very clean and fresh as advertised. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils and there were plenty of linens and towels for all the bed and bath rooms. On several occasions we had company and they reported comfortable beds and admired the house. The layout of the house with bedrooms on either side separated by the kitchen and living room make it easy to accommodate guests. We soon learned that Spring Hill at a population of 93,000 was much larger that we had imagined and had many restaurants, stores, and most important, golf courses. The house is less than a mile from an 18 hole regulation course that has reasonable fees and accessibility. The owners of the house called on our second day to see if the house was meeting our needs. These people are very accommodating and quickly responded to our questions and requests. We look forward to renting again in Spring Hill from these owners.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

Comfortable Home Away from Home

Guest: Single Parent Review (Pittsburgh, PA)
Date of Stay: 11/21/08 Review Submitted: 12/09/08

November 21-December 2, 2008 I would highly recommend this home to anyone. We stayed nearly two weeks over Thanksgiving and were quite sad when we had to return home. Upon arrival, we found the home to be impeccably clean with plenty of space for my two pre-teen boys and myself. We requested the pool be heated and the water was clear and warm. We simply unpacked and moved right in. The owners, as well as their rental agents, were very easy to deal with and quick with anything that required assistance. The home is close to plenty of great golf courses, shopping and beaches. Its location makes it easy to travel to Orlando, Busch Gardens or many other great Florida attractions while providing a comfortable space for maximum relaxation. It is located in a quiet neighborhood with other well-maintained homes. Since the home is fully equipped with towels and linen, we were able to pack very light and made full use of the washer/dryer. The home is also equipped with dishes, pots/pans, silverware and bakeware. Short drives away are grocery, drug and super-center stores to pick up toiletries and food. We also made full use of the pool toys, rafts and outdoor living area, and I suggest lighting the lanai and pool for some lovely night swimming/entertaining. I hope to return to the area soon, and will be requesting this home in particular again.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Mentmore Villa - an Ideal Location - relaxing

Guest: Keith & Di (Bognor Regis, West Sussex, UK)
Date of Stay: 01/02/08 Review Submitted: 03/24/09

We stayed in this villa in 2008 and was so impressed with the facilities and it's quiet location we have booked it again for May 2009. If you really must go to Orlando for the attractions, it is close enough and the journey is easy. we visited homosassa Springs, Space Centre and Busch Gardens. The descrition was very accurate, property clean and well maintained and Murray provided excellent customer service prior to our first visit and this has been repeated for our upcoming visit.

Owner response:We are happy that Keith and Di enjoyed their stay. They are model renters and extremely easy to deal with - they have a great sense of fun. They enjoyed their stay that they have repeated it twice, which greatly encourages us. Julie + Murray

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.