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Waterfront/private dock. 4 kayaks and a canoe included! Pet friendly💕🐾🐠

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An outdoor patio area with white chairs and a table, a small pool, and a white fence.
A boat docked at a pier with a motor, a covered seating area, and a clear view of the water.
A living room with a red sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, a patterned rug, and a ceiling fan.
A building with blue exterior walls and awnings featuring a palm tree logo.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Gas grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Hudson, FL
  • Place, Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hudson Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Florida
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront/private dock. 4 kayaks and a canoe included! Pet friendly💕🐾🐠

Enjoy a quiet get away. Fish off your private dock or from one of the four kayaks or the canoe provided with the house. Great kayaking area where you may see manatees, dolphins or sea turtles. Bring your own boat or rent one nearby. Just minutes to the gulf and the local sandbar. Nice fenced yard, great for dogs and children. Two bedrooms, one king, one queen and a full size pullout couch in the large living room. Smart TV with cable, free high speed Spectrum WiFi. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher. Full size washer/dryer, gas grill with outdoor seating and a table for enjoying a meal over looking the water. Enjoy great restaurants and bars by car or boat. Four fishing rods rigged and ready for you.
Spend a day at nearby Tarpon springs or at one of the many nearby attractions. Relax and enjoy a gorgeous gulf sunset. Enjoy 💕🐠🛶🦈☀️
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Back yard is totally fenced.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Dogs only and must be approved by homeowner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean the yard of dog waste if applicable
Return kayaks and canoe to rack
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1242047
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Hudson

Located on the waterfront, Waterfront/private dock. 4 kayaks and a canoe included! Pet friendly💕🐾🐠 is in Signal Cove, a neighborhood in Hudson. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park and James E. Grey Preserve, while Show Palace Dinner Theater and Colorama Music are cultural highlights. Lane Glo Bowling and Nature Coast Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Hudson, FL

What's nearby

  • Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hudson Beach - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 17 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 31 min drive - 28.4 km
  • University of South Florida - 59 min drive - 71.7 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Green Tea Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nikos New York Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Inn on the Gulf - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront/private dock. 4 kayaks and a canoe included! Pet friendly💕🐾🐠 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront/private dock. 4 kayaks and a canoe included! Pet friendly💕🐾🐠?

As of Oct 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront/private dock. 4 kayaks and a canoe included! Pet friendly💕🐾🐠 on Dec 27, 2026 start from $187, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront/private dock. 4 kayaks and a canoe included! Pet friendly💕🐾🐠?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront/private dock. 4 kayaks and a canoe included! Pet friendly💕🐾🐠?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was excellent to work with and very informative about area. Family and Pet friendly. Very convenient location for fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
House was very well stocked, everything we needed was there. The fenced in yard was a great bonus for our dog, he loved being on vacation there! Had a great time and enjoyed our time visiting with family.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2026
Sharron, thank you for your great review. So happy to hear your dog enjoyed the big fenced back yard. Respectfully, Sharon and John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay - Sharon and John were great. Very quick to respond to anything you need. Looking forward to booking again. If only the weather had cooperated.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 2nd time staying here. We have a great time each time. Dogs love it too!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were a pleasure to deal with. Place was clean and as advertised. We ran into some issues due to the record cold but everything was great when it warmed up.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 21, 2026
Sorry about the crazy freeze during your vacation. You need to stay again so you can enjoy kayaking, fishing, sandbars and our beautiful sunsets😎🎣🐬🐾
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were extremely happy with our choice. The host were very concerned they we were having a good time. We stayed for 11days. The kitchen was fully stocked. It’s a very quiet place. Enjoyed sitting by the canal eating breakfast. Chose them if your in the area, you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 23, 2026
Robin, thank you so much for your review. Happy you had the opportunity to relax and enjoy hanging out by the water. We
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Stayed with my wife and dogs. The backyard is amazing and we really enjoyed the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little property right on the water with a private dock for fishing, kayaking and personal enjoyment. Quiet neighborhood. House had everything you could need. Definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

VRBO rental on a canal

Place was spotless, owners were very responsive...nice location on a canal that goes out to gulf...Would definitely come back.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot

The place was very clean and roomy. My wife enjoyed sitting out by the canal watching the tropical fish in the very clear water. Overall it was better than expected. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2025
Norm, thank you for the nice review. Sitting out by the water is so relaxing. This past weekend are renters were fortunate to have four manatees hanging out at the entrance to our canal. Enjoy your new house and come stay with us again. Sharon and John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will be back next year!

2nd year I’m a row staying here and just as much fun! As always having the kayaks and canoe on hand is a blast!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2022
Thank you so much the review and for visiting a second time. Remember that the third visit is a charm! Best regards, Sharon and John Smith💗🐾🐠🇺🇸
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The rental had a great efficient washer & dryer. The WiFi was great. They provided ample supplies. The beds were comfy. Lots of stores and restaurants in area. Host was quick to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 13, 2025
Diane, glad you enjoyed your stay. Sorry to hear that you didn’t get to use the kayaks due to the weather. Thank goodness there are so many other things to do and so many good restaurants in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Fishing Getaway

The house was amazingly stocked with long term supplies and lots of cooking essentials with a fully stocked pantry!
Stayed 23 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and well appointed

We enjoyed our stay, especially the lovely rear yard on the water. We had everything we needed. My adult daughter and her friends had a blast on the kayaks!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Welcoming & relaxing

Owners Sharon & John were so accommodating. Loved the backyard & boat dock, so relaxing. Enjoyed exploring the waters & watching the wildlife. House was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 89 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 12, 2023
Gloria and Terry, Thank you so much for the lovely card. We are so pleased, that you enjoyed spending the winter at our home. Nothing beats spending time on the water!! Come back and see us again💕🐠🌴🐾☀️🇺🇸
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little getaway

We loved our stay in Hudson! This house is perfect. The beds are super comfy. The location is very close to beaches and other attractions. The house very clean and Sharon was super responsive with any questions we had! We look forward to returning! Thanks for a great vacation. Even our puppy loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2024
Thank you Nicole for the great review. So glad you guys enjoyed the location. Hope you and your puppy will visit us again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very caring hosts

The house was extremely clean which is very important to us. Also upon arrival it was well stocked with necessities so that we did not have to immediately run out to the store. The house was lovely and the front yard was amazing. The hosts were extremely friendly and called a couple of times to ensure that we were not having any problems. A very nice place to stay.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

hudson florida stay

very clean . nice yard on chanel. no luck fishing off dock. if we had a boat it would better. nice local shops resturants clubs etc. weather was good but windy. still lots of damage to homes all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visited Relatives

Visited relatives 1/2 mile from property. Fished off the canoe and kayak. Chartered a boat one day for fishing. Too hot for fish to bite - Caught 2 - Went to Clearwater Beach a few times. Some really good restaurants around property. Ate at Whiskey Joes - Great food and right on the water. Outside dining - House was very well stocked. Sharon and John very helpful with any questions and easy check in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hudson 2019

The home was very comfortable, but, the back yard was where we spent most of our time. It was fenced in and had large grassy area for our 2 dogs and a very comfortable concrete area with tables, umbrellas and chairs to lounge away. We would stay again if we get back down that way.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 24, 2020
Hi Debra, Thank you so much for your review. Glad you enjoyed your stay, and hope we see you again, Sharon and John Smith🐠🐾
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Relaxing Getaway

My husband & I along with our 3 pups spent a week here & it was amazing. Perfect size house for us with an amazing yard right on the water & we were grilling every night. The pups ran around the yard playing & looked out off the dock while we were fishing. They LOVED it & so did we. We also went canoeing EVERY day... it was absolutely wonderful & i can't say enough about the incredible sunset view. It was a MUCH needed relaxing & peaceful getaway!! We were sad to leave but already planning our next trip back! Thank you John & Sharon We WILL be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

We had an amazing time staying in Signal Cove! The house was adorable! It had everything we needed. The fenced in yard was really nice to have since we brought our children. Having the dock, fishing poles, and kayaks was such a bonus! We fished, explored the mangroves we even had dolphins swimming along with us as we canoed! There is a nice sandbar at the end of the channel where the kids swam and we were able to explore! There are beaches and beach bars nearby also which we really enjoyed! The communication was awesome and we felt like we could contact Sharon and John whenever we needed! They were attentive and very welcoming! We hope to visit again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter get away

John and Sharon thank you for the great winter get away.Your home was very welcoming.Very Clean and everything you need was there.Full kitchen pots,pans, spices ,Towels,linens,paper products. Comfy beds nicely decorated, We loved the fence yard Georgeegirl loved it too.Fishing from the dock was cool too.The kyacks were nice Really quiet neighborhood,neighbors were friendly as well.John called made sure everything was going ok and that was cool.We would definitely stay there again.You have a great place on the water and we'll cared for.Stores , restaurants,church , plenty to do, Thank you for sharing your vacation home we had a great time we'd love to come back, Thank you Phil and DeeDee and Georgeegirl Rockford Ill
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 24, 2024
Thank you Phil and DeeDee for your great review. Loved hearing about the reds and sheepheads that you caught and ate. Hopefully when you kayak next time, it will be warmer for you. Kind regards, John and Sharon Smith
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place!

This was our second time visiting. We love the property and the house was very clean and well stocked. The fence surrounding the yard is sturdy and we wanted to make sure our little kids (2&3) were safe, so that was a huge draw for us to the property. It was so easy to communicate with Sharon about anything. There is a brewery right down the street we’d walk to some nights. We picked up some food at Philly’s, ate at Get Hooked and Inn on the Gulf, and had way too much ice cream at the Hudson Ice Cream Shop! We traveled a little north to go to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park to see the mermaid show and south to go to Honeymoon Island State Park. We also went to the Hudson Beach near the Inn. My husband fished as much as he could and we had enough for two fish dinners! Of course, we enjoyed paddling out to a little sandbar right outside the canals and playing there - great and shallow spot for our kids at low tide! We loved it and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 21, 2022
Anna, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. Loved seeing the pictures of the girls, looked like they really enjoyed the sandbar. So happy you got two dinners out of the keeper snappers, caught off the dock. Hope to see you for a third time. Have a great summer and stay well. Kind regards, Sharon and John 💗🐠🐾

About the host

Hosted by Sharon and John Smith

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5th generation Floridian. Favorite thing to do is catch big fish or just to have a great day on the water with family and friends🐠

Why they chose this property

Tie a boat to your private dock located on a channel with direct access to the Gulf. It doesn't get any better! Canal is on a cul-de-sac, so it is nice and quiet with almost no boat traffic. As your are having a meal outside on the seawall, no telling what might swim by. Anything from a large snook, manatee, dolphin or just watch the snappers and sheep head that are always around the dock. If it's hot just jump on in.

What makes this property unique

We purchased this home because we have vacationed in Hudson for the last fifteen years and fell in love with everything about the area. We love to spend time on the water or just hang out with friends and family. . Nothing taste better than your fresh catch cooked outside on the grill.🐠 In the evening kick back and watch all types of birds going to roost, as you’re watching a beautiful gulf sunset.
Hudson, is a quiet town close to everything. Orlando/Disney/Seaworld, Tarpon Springs, Busch gardens/Tampa and many other exciting places are all within an hour or so. Great for the young and old. All water sports available, from Deep sea fishing to paddle boarding, and anything in between. Make some wonderful memories🐠🦅🐬🐡☀️🍺🍷🛶🏌️⛵️

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