Location: Homosassa, Florida Central West, Florida, USA (90 minutes E. of Disney in Orlando, 90 minutes N. of Tampa)
Accommodations: Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)
This private two story cabin has a relaxed, authentic nautical feel to it with expansive decks. Come enjoy the sounds and sights of Manatees and Dolphin from your own back porch. This unique waterfront cabin is ideal for fishing, boating and many other sea-side activities. Enjoy multiple scenic island surroundings. Dock your own boat off the brand new dock in back yard. Short distance by boat to both open ocean or clear springs for swimming and snorkeling with the manatees. The stars speckle the skies at night with many shooting comets to be seen. All sorts of birds and gentle wildlife can be seen daily from your porch-swing or rockers as otters love to come up on the sea-wall to play. Inside the cabin the the water views can be seen on all sides even while cooking in the kitchen. The downstairs guestroom is oversized to accommodate more people. There are even four crash pads for extra sleeping. Catch your own bait for fishing with our pen-fish cages off the edge of the dock. Enjoy ocean breezes while lounging in your hammock as dolphins swim by. Don't forget to visit the world renown wildlife park close by where you'll see pictures of Steve Erwin, the famous crocodile hunter, feeding the Manatees. Yes, there is also a live alligator show. Experience a unique vacation away from the clamor of city life yet close enough to Disney and Busch Gardens to have some amusement park fun. Also, beach, water park and live mermaid shows close by.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Game Console
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Horseshoes
- Other Activities
- Swim with the Manatees, Dine at Restaurants by Boat Access
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$185/nt (3 night minimum) .. $925/week .. $2750/month
$200 refundable deposit
This is not a "party" property
Neighboring home is local police officer's home
(winter special) 2 mnths $4800 or 3 mnths $6500
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- View from Living Room - Homosassa Cabin - Swim with the Manatees
- Natical Cabin on the water - Homosassa Cabin - Swim with the Manatees
- 10 manatees swimming around our boat at the Springs (one under the boat on left) - Homosassa Cabin - Swim with the Manatees
- Our daughter swimming with a manatee (you can see its tail in front of her)
- Our daughters and their husbands having fun at the springs
- Jet-skiing, paddle boating, kayaking, tubing and lounging at the Springs
- Dophins are so close that our daughter reaches in to try and touch them
- Our daughters doing some evening fishing
- Sea-side dining right from your own cabin
- Wi-Fi even on the back porch ... wow, this is the life!
- Upstairs living room has water views (very cozy with nautical decor)
- Downstairs has two sets of bunks (4 beds) great water views, bath & shower
- Dock is steps away from downstairs level
- Dolphins just feet from the cabin jumping for fish
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #189623
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