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The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat

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A house with a dock extending into a body of water, surrounded by trees.
A living room with a television on a stand, a window with blinds, a decorative wall hanging, and a patterned rug.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a view of the outside.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a dining table with white chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Weeki Wachee River
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Weeki Wachee, FL
  • Place, Weeki Wachee River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Master bath

Shower only

Other bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat

Neptune's Old Florida Adventure Retreats presents "The Chubby Mermaid"! A newer manatee themed 3/2 waterfront home on a pristine canal just yards away from the Weeki Wachee River. Manatees frequent the canal year round. It sits amid towering old trees, directly across the street from a nature preserve and its large 28' porch overlooks the water. Canoe and kayaks are included. Ideally located so close to the river yet without the crowds of kayakers constantly passing by, you'll enjoy the Old Florida charm and peace offered here.
The space
Pet friendly with a non-refundable pet fee. Included in your stay is a canoe, a tandem kayak and three single kayaks. Weeki Wachee offers crystal clear river kayaking directly from our home. Going upriver offers nature on both riverbanks with the spring about 4 miles upstream while going down river has homes on the right bank and Hospital Hole and Rogers park about a mile downstream. The Weeki Wachee Springs State Park offers the historic mermaid show, a wildlife show, short river cruise on a large pontoon boat and the Buccaneer Bay waterpark, and a kayak rental or put in for those wanting to paddle down from the headspring. There are nearby boat ramps, Pine Island Beach, and boat rentals in Hernando Beach for Gulf boating or scalloping, all within a 10 minute drive. There is a SUP rental right on our street.
Other things to note
Pets are welcome with a non-refundable $100 pet fee.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pet Fee & Max 2 dogs no more than 80 lbs combined
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoor smoking only
Parties are not permitted, Any noise level or activity that generates complaints from neighbors will be considered as damage/ result in deposit loss
Capacity is for up to 5 adults and the remainder may be children. Daytime visitors may not exceed four people.
Swim at own risk. All guests waive any liability to property owner regarding swimming in the canal.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3966457
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
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Spring Hill

Located in Weeki Wachee Gardens, this vacation home is near a water park and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weeki Wachee Springs and Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, while Colorama Music and Show Palace Dinner Theater are cultural highlights. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Weeki Wachee, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 44 min drive - 63.4 km
  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 55 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Bella Napoli - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat?

As of Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat on Oct 4, 2026 start from $364, 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 The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Weeki Wachee River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Bayport Park Boat Ramp. Bayport Park Pier and Weeki Wachee Springs are also within 6 mi (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jason and Andrea Soldini

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