Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
The Crab Shack,Paradise on the Gulf includes pontoon boat and salt water pool.
If the dates you desire at The Crab Shack are not available, check out our other little sister property The Pelican Place at VRBO.com/1309506, also on the water with a pontoon boat included.
The Crab Shack is nicely renovated and, newly decorated a fun beachy theme. 3 spacious bedrooms with beds for a max of 8 people. The Master suite has a full bath, with a walk in shower, and seperate sink /counter area. The other 2 bedrooms, both with large closets share the 2nd full bath with tub/ shower. Bedroom 2 has a king bed, bedroom 3 has 4 standard twin beds. There are new flat screen TV's in all 3 bedrooms, living room and lanai. New furnishings and appliances. Beautiful fully stocked kitchen and basic pantry supplies for your cooking needs. Enough paper products, laundry soap and coffee to get you started. This home sits directly on a deep water canal leading out to the gulf of Mexico. You are 5 minutes away from open water. Fish and catch crabs right outside the back door from your private dock. You can experience lots of wildlife, from the friendly manatee, to the dolphins, sea turtles, stingrays, loads of fish and many exotic birds. The pontoon boat is yours for your entire stay and is docked right outside, the salt water pool has the option to be heated to a comfortable 84 degrees for an additional charge Guests with boating experience have FREE use of the pontoon boat during their entire stay. Cruise the canals, fish in the flats or venture out to the beautiful sandbar or island. Warm gentle waves lap up on clean white sand. At low tide you can walk out in shallow water forever collecting shells and enjoying this pristine beach. We provide Boat US for your safety and protection. The home is protected with security cameras on the docks and all exterior doors and the pool deck. There are 4 kayaks, fishing poles, and crab traps for your use. Enjoy the adult cruiser bicycles and several youth bikes to ride around the neighborhood. We provide a gas grill on the large screened lanai. We have free high speed internet and free WiFi. The laundry room with high capacity washer and dryer are located inside the house. Assorted life vests, beach towels, cooler, beach umbrella, beach matt, and chairs are provided. Publix Grocery store is close and convenient. BOGO deals everyday! Bring your Sams Club card, it's really close by too. The Crab Shack is in a quiet, relaxed residential neighborhood. This is not the place to go if you' re looking for a party place or lots of nightlife. The backyard is fenced on 3 sides and sits directly on the the water. There is a completely fenced safe and secure area for approved pets. Small, NON shedding, well behaved dogs under 25 lbs are considered, they must be approved prior to booking. Pet fee is $100.00 per stay for up to 2 dogs. Please be sure to check the pet box when you register to book with us. Heating the pool is optional. The cost is $150.00/week to run the heater at 84 degrees, If the outside temps fall below 50 degree the heater will not keep the pool at 84. Guests are required to purchase the $89.00 property damage insurance which provides $3,000.00 of coverage on the house and boat for accidental damage. You must have prior boating experience to use the boat. The check in coordinator may be available for hire to drive the boat if you do not have experience or are not comfortable driving it in The Gulf. Only registered and approved guests and pets allowed on premises... TOTAL of 8 people and 2 approved pets are allowed to visit or stay at The Crab Shack or use any of the amenities.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Only registered guests and approved pets may be on the property. 8 people and 2 dogs max includes all people staying and visiting,
2 dogs (under 25#) NON SHEDDING BREEDS MAY BE ALLOWED. Short haired dogs still shed. Vaccines, weight and breed info from vet will be required
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Important information
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Property # 1106070vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
New Port Richey
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Gulf Harbors, a neighbourhood in New Port Richey. The area's natural beauty can be seen at James E. Grey Preserve and Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park, while Richey Suncoast Theater and Jimmy Ferraro's Studio Theatre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Lane Glo Bowling and West Pasco Chamber of Commerce. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
West Pasco Chamber of Commerce - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
West Pasco Historical Society Museum and Library - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Richey Suncoast Theater - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
Green Key Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
Getting around
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Burger King - 7 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
White Duck Espresso - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does The Crab Shack,Paradise on the Gulf includes pontoon boat and salt water pool. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at The Crab Shack,Paradise on the Gulf includes pontoon boat and salt water pool.?
As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Crab Shack,Paradise on the Gulf includes pontoon boat and salt water pool. on 22 Aug 2026 start from £2,633, 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.
Is The Crab Shack,Paradise on the Gulf includes pontoon boat and salt water pool. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at The Crab Shack,Paradise on the Gulf includes pontoon boat and salt water pool.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Crab Shack,Paradise on the Gulf includes pontoon boat and salt water pool.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Crab Shack,Paradise on the Gulf includes pontoon boat and salt water pool.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Crab Shack,Paradise on the Gulf includes pontoon boat and salt water pool. located?
This family-friendly New Port Richey holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Lane Glo Bowling, and within 6 mi (10 km) of West Pasco Chamber of Commerce and Green Key Beach. James E. Grey Preserve and Robert K Rees Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Kim and Brenda
We reside in NE Wisconsin and love to travel. After staying at several Florida VRBO locations, we fell in love with Gulf Harbors. One day we will retire and live in Gulf Harbors, but for now we want to share this amazing place with others. It is our goal to help make your vacation the best experience possible.
Why they chose this property
We love Gulf Harbors, and all it has to offer. This is a quiet friendly family neighborhood. If you are looking for a party place this isn't the right location for you. Experience the convenience of fishing, swimming and boating in the channel right outside your back door. There are 2 private docks. We frequently see the dolphins and manatees from the dock. We have kayaks and bikes for your use. Just a 20 minute boat ride on the included pontoon boat brings you to the beautiful Anclote Island State Preserve or the pet friendly sand bar. Here you can imagine you are floating in the Bahamas with white sand beaches and warm shallow gulf waters. There are tons of shells and fish.. Stocked with everything you need or a great vacation. We provide beach towels, beach chairs, sun umbrella, fishing poles, snorkeling equipment, assorted size life jackets, a large gas grill, wireless printer, high speed internet, baby/children items include high chair, pack n play, stroller, locks for kitchen cabinets, bike trailer, inside toys, beach toys, wagon, ride on toys and plastic dinnerware for the children.
What makes this property unique
The boat is included at no extra charge and is yours for your entire stay. You must have prior boating experience to drive the boat. Beautiful salt water pool has a sun shelf with bubblers, nice for sun bathers, babies and toddlers to play in the shallow water. The screened lanai with travertine patio opens to the pool deck. The screened lanai also opens into the living room dining room and Master bedroom by large sliders. After booking online we will email you the rental contract for your signature. .
Languages:
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