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The Mermaid Landing River Retreat

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A wooden deck with two red chairs and a flag.
A kitchen with a white countertop, a ceiling fan, and a fireplace.
A spacious living area with a ceiling fan, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with blinds.
A houseboat with a dock, a caution flooding sign, and red chairs on the dock.
A spacious living area with a kitchen in the background, a dining table with chairs, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Weeki Wachee River
Sleeps 4•1 bedroom•1 bed

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Mermaid Landing River Retreat

The perfect mix of relaxation & adventure await you at this charming Old Florida river retreat! Explore the natural beauty of the crystal clear Weeki Wachee River by kayaks or canoe from your backyard and enjoy the breeze from the dock. During your visit you will have use of 1 tandem and 2 single kayaks, a small canoe suitable for one adult or two children and a paddleboard, all included with your stay! We also offer clear kayaks to rent!
The space
Located just 10 houses from the Weeki Wachee River on a beautiful canal, you will enjoy the sights, the sounds and the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure! Mermaid Landing at Pirate's Cove is a 2 story house with 2 separate units. Upstairs is Captain's Quarters which is a 2/1 and can sleep up to 8 people. Downstairs is Mermaid Landing a 1/1 that can sleep up to 4. You have the entire bottom floor, a 1 bedroom 1 bath all to yourself with your own private entrance, use of your own kayaks, canoe and paddleboard. There is a pull out sofa in the living area for extra sleeping space for the ability to sleep 4 people.
Guest access
Guests have private entrance and use of the downstairs 1/1. Guests will share the front door entrance, garage and laundry area. Use of the dock and canoe launch area is also shared.
Other things to note
Absolutely no parties will be tolerated. This is a two unit residence and each guest party is expected to be considerate of the other guests and neighbors.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 4 adults and/or 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 # 892691
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 and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Spring Hill

Located in Weeki Wachee Gardens, this apartment is 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. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Weeki Wachee, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Hudson Beach - 26 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 44 min drive - 63.0 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mermaid Landing River Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mermaid Landing River Retreat?

As of Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mermaid Landing River Retreat on Aug 24, 2026 start from $207, 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 Mermaid Landing River Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mermaid Landing River Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaid Landing River Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 0.8 mi (1.3 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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Jason and Andrea are lifelong Florida residents. They both grew up in South Florida in the 1970-80's and recall that Old Florida that seems to be disappearing. Both have a deep love for Florida and could not imagine living anywhere else. Jason and Andrea have been married since 1994 and have loved taking travel adventures for anniversaries and family trips. They love finding places to explore with character and beauty , packed with neat things to see and do and are affordable.

Why they chose this property

In 2010, the family went on it's first Nature Coast adventure, tubing on the Ichetucknee River and scalloping in Steinhatchee. What a blast! In subsequent summers, the family explored Crystal River, Suwanee River, Homosassa Springs and finally Weeki Wachee Springs / Hernando Beach. Weeki Wachee was by far the favorite with its natural surroundlings, waterfront location, proximity to the river, gulf attractions, restaurants and shops. They returned the next year to the same vacation rental home. Since the previous years stay, a lot of thought had been given to purchasing a similar property in Weeki Wachee and purchased Mermaid Cove on W. Richard Drive. (VRBO # 747599) After a year of success and a growing family they discovered this property around the corner and fell in love with the location, size and many unique qualities!

What makes this property unique

Weeki Wachee River Retreats, where "Mermaid Landing" is located is located in the middle of State and National forest preserved lands. The gulf coast is only 10 minutes away, town with all the conveniences is only 10 minutes the other direction. Local attractions include kayaking, cycling, boating, fishing, scalloping and exploring. The entire Nature Coast has so many natural beauties to discover. Mermaid Landing sits right on the water. The Living areas and screen porch overlook the water. The dock offers a peaceful and relaxing place to sit. and watch mullet spring out of the water and manatees cruise by The water is lovely to swim in and the river is a very short paddle away . The river is navigable for small boats such as a pontoon, bowrider or fishing boat and is conveniently close to the gulf. The neighbors are wonderful and the vacationers are friendly. What better location could there be? This is the "Old Florida" that Jason and Andrea grew up in and have now rediscovered!
Whether you are planning a cozy getaway or hosting a large group, Pirate's Cove has the place for your next vacation! Mermaid Landing is a 1/1 that can accommodate up to 4 guests! Upstairs in the 2/1 Captain's Quarters there is space for 7 to stay comfortably. Both are set apart from each other and private yet if needed the entire space can be used for a larger party such as a family reunion. Watch wildlife, fish jumping and manatees swim by from your backyard dock and paddle easily to the crystal clear Weeki Wachee River.

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