Last Min. 12% Discount Bear Trail Retreat- Kayaks, Gazebo, Firepit Book NOW!
One of the best locations & homes on the crystal clear First Magnitude Weeki Wachee Springs Main River. Get comfortable and enjoy plenty of extra room at this spacious newly remodeled (downstairs) home near Hospital Hole. Sleeps up to 12 guests. Grill, balcony, fire pit, two kitchens, smart TV’s, covered gazebo, plenty of outdoor seating, outdoor shower, screen room, & more!
This awesome property offers tons of outdoor seating & water toys for your relaxation & pleasure. Including: 10 kayaks total (includes 1 youth) life vests paddles
Beds 1- King (upstairs primary room with ensuite bathroom, private balcony, walk-in closet, ceiling fan) 3-Queen Downstairs (1 downstairs primary ensuite w/walk-in closet, & 2 new Queen sofa beds within the TV rm) 2- Doubles (1 in bedroom #2, 1 Murphy bed in bedroom #3)
Downstairs - 1 bedroom w/QUEEN en-suite bathroom w/shower, walk-in closet & 1 Living Rm with 2 new Queen pullout sofa beds.
UPSTAIRS - 3 bedrooms
Bedroom #1: Master en-suite with stand in shower Offers a King sized Bed with private balcony overlooking Weeki Wachee Springs main river, the Weeki Wachee Preserve & backyard.
Bedroom#2: Double bed ( 2 Adults can sleep )
Bedroom#3: Double bed ( 2 Adults can sleep)
Upstairs Bathroom has a tub & is located in the hallway between the 2 bedrooms
Bedroom #4 Has a 2nd primary en-suite with a QUEEN bed & bathroom has a beautiful tile standing shower, walk-in closet, and an extra ac unit
TV Rm has 2 queen sofa couches downstairs (We do not put linens on them. We leave the extra sheets in the closet. )
TV Room upstairs- Offers 1 Queen futon bed (extra linens in linen closet (between bathroom & 2 bedrooms in hallway)
There are two full kitchens on this property. The upstairs kitchen offers a dishwasher. Both offer stainless steel appliances, solid surface counter tops, and wood cabinets. Please put all dirty dishes in the dishwasher upstairs and/or handwash in hotwater to sanitize downstairs.
This gorgeous two-story main river home is nestled 2 1/2 miles from the Gulf of America and 3 1/2 miles from the Weeki Wachee head Springs (mol) with direct access to both.
This gorgeous, two-story home directly on the crystal clear Weeki Wachee River close to Hospital Hole is waiting for you!
Guest Gulf of America access! You'll have the best of both worlds here. You’ll have the entire home to yourself. With the exception of the garage & owners closet (under the stairwell) which are both the owners closet. Other things to note: We offer enough toiletries to get you started. If you need additional toiletries there are several local stores that deliver to this house and /or are conveniently located nearby. No Parties, No confetti, No rock throwing, No late check-out, No early check-in in season Primary Guest Must be present @ Check-in Primary Guest Must be present during Stay No unregistered guests ($50/Fee per day if unapproved in writing ) No Pets ($500.00 Pet Fee per pet will apply) No Smoking, vaping or open flames inside property or near the doors. No Fireworks No Diving, Jumping, running on or from the property 10pm Quiet Time for outside No using Fireplace- $500.00 Fee will apply No throwing things into or at the river aside from a fishing line $100./Fee per offense No jumping or running on this property
No moving furniture if moved $150 per furniture/Per item No Pet property/If evidence of a pet is found there will be a $500 pet fee/Per pet Any additional cleaning fee and or damage fee applies.
Please no check in on these holidays - Christmas Day, Easter Day , The July 4th , Thanks giving day our cleaning company has the day off. If you wish to check-in on these days the cleaning fee is double.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Return all chairs, kayaks, paddles, vests, corn hole game and water vessels to original location where found. The cleaners cannot pick them up. $100./fine each item.
Please make sure oven and stove are off and unplug all small appliances including curling iron and blow dryer
Put all garbage and outside two big blue garbage cans. Then roll to the street curbside for trash pick up on MON, THUR and your last day.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No Moving Furniture $300.00 Fee
This is a Pet Free Home. If you bring a pet you will be charged a $300.00/Pet Fee
No Noise after 10pm
Only Preapproved vendors permitted. Funboats is the approved eco-friendly electric boat. top priority is given to our guests.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Frequently asked questions
Does Last Min. 12% Discount Bear Trail Retreat- Kayaks, Gazebo, Firepit Book NOW! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Last Min. 12% Discount Bear Trail Retreat- Kayaks, Gazebo, Firepit Book NOW!?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Last Min. 12% Discount Bear Trail Retreat- Kayaks, Gazebo, Firepit Book NOW! on 1 Aug 2026 start from £283, 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 Last Min. 12% Discount Bear Trail Retreat- Kayaks, Gazebo, Firepit Book NOW! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Last Min. 12% Discount Bear Trail Retreat- Kayaks, Gazebo, Firepit Book NOW!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Last Min. 12% Discount Bear Trail Retreat- Kayaks, Gazebo, Firepit Book NOW!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Last Min. 12% Discount Bear Trail Retreat- Kayaks, Gazebo, Firepit Book NOW!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Last Min. 12% Discount Bear Trail Retreat- Kayaks, Gazebo, Firepit Book NOW! located?
Situated in Weeki Wachee Gardens, this holiday home is steps 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 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Location was great for paddling to the Hospital Hole (manatee hang out) and into the state park. From the deck/patio you could see manatees swimming by, lots of birds and lots of people floating by. It was quiet and beautiful.It is about 35-40 min drive from Crystal SpringsThe property is on the canal- you can swim, paddle, snorkle, fish but there in no 'pool' The kayaks and equipment were great and easy to access.Sonia (property manager) was prompt and took care of a minor heating issue immediatley.The house is well stocked with anything you might need.We wish we could have stayed longer.I would definately book again
Bear Trail is a gorgeous property as well as perfectly located on the river. Our host Sonia was quick to respond to any questions that we had which made our stay even better. We really enjoyed the many kayaks and even rented a small boat to ride the river. We enjoyed staying here and will be booking another stay here soon. Thanks again Sonia!
It was perfect. As we swam in the water we listened to multiple people comment on how awesome the house was. The music and the big unicorn helped…. Manatees swam by every evening.
Kimberly R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us with others. We would love you to return soon.
Sonia :)
Sherry, It fills our hearts that the Bear Trail Retreat River home was the perfect getaway for you and your group.
Thanks again for being a spectacular guest. We hope to host you again soon.
Rick, Bri, and Sonia Barcena
FTRHOMES
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful property on the Weeki Wachee River! The water was absolutely crystal clear—perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, and just relaxing by the river. The house itself was spotless and very comfortable, with everything we needed for a stress-free getaway. The listing was 100% accurate, so there were no surprises—just a peaceful, well-kept retreat in a stunning location. Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Florida in comfort!
Clayton H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Clayton,
Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to review us. We truly appreciate your 5-STAR review. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you all again soon.
Sonia & Rick Barcena
FTRHOMES
This property was perfect for a friends get away! The multi level living spaces was great for when some wanted quiet time. The outdoor area was spectacular ! So many seating options. Not that it was a negative, but the only thing missing was a hammock for the nice cool mornings. Host was great with communication also. Will definitely will book again.
Tammy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thanks Tammy for your 5- STAR review and staying with us. I love the feedback. I'll put your suggestion in. We look forward to hosting you again in the near future!
Sonia, Bri, and Rick Barcena
FTRHOMES
We traveled to Spring Hill with a group of eight friends, and the house had plenty of room for everyone. We loved sitting in the backyard and watching the river. Manatees passed by on several occasions. The kayaks were perfect! There were enough for everyone and it was easy to get them on and off the storage racks. This house is probably best for people that can use the stairs. There is a kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom downstairs, but the main dining area and nicer kitchen is upstairs. There is also a lovely balcony upstairs that we enjoyed.
This house is amazingly beautiful inside and out! You can see everything so good from the outside 2nd fl deck. Saw a ton of Manatee and dolphins! Just beathetaking! Water was so clear and beautiful. And They have TONS of kayaks! Definitely recommend!! we are already looking into when we can rent this place again !!! Thanks Sonia!!
Nicole N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thank you Nicole, I' so happy you enjoyed your vacation here at the Bear Trail Retreat. It fills our hearts you were able to see tons of manatees and some dolphins.
We really look forward to hosting you again soon.
Always a pleasure,
Sonia :)
Verified
8/10 Good
Elishia H.
29 Dec 2025
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Perfect location! The home was beautiful and the perfect size for our family. Check in was horrible after driving 14 hours with 5 kids and we were given the wrong code, it took 30 minutes to reach the owner of the home who was able to get us in using a seperate key since the property manager did not respond to calls or messages. After finally getting in and trying to unpack we found one of the pull out couches would not open but dealing with unpacking 5 kids plus trying to make dinner I failed to contact the property manager to let her know and she blamed me for their broken sofa. We had a great time and I hate to leave a bad review but I like to be honest, don't let this deter you from renting just make sure to buy the insurance to protect yourself and check to make sure if anything is broken you report it immediately.
Elishia H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Elishia, Yes, it is good to always follow the house Check-In Instructions of checking the property upon arrival & reporting any damages so you.won't take responsibility for someone elses accidents. I'm glad you were able to get me on the phone since we had just changed locks prior to your arrival. That said, The bed was not broken prior to your arrival which we have proof of. You never mentioned it being broken to me. I brought it to your attention after you left when the (same) cleaning company that precleaned it also postcleaned it could not open it to remake the bed due to the damage done during your stay. Again, we appreciate you staying here. All our best to you.
We had an issue in the beginning with getting into the house because I wasn’t getting communication from the property mgr regarding the code. The original code I received was on Tuesday but didn’t see anything after that, so when used that one & it didn’t work, I freaked out but we had the problem resolved immediately upon calling. Apparently, I wasn’t getting any further messages about the code change. Just a glitch but we got through it. Everything imaginable was available for use onsite. We brought a lot of things we didn’t need to. The upstairs was the best. Thank you for a wonderful weekend!
Heather P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2025
Heather, Thanks again for being a great guest. Sorry about that VRBO site glitch. I am so glad we were able to help.
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your vacation. Thanks again for the staying with us. Return soon! Sonia
Verified
4/10 Poor
Stanley W.
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Nasty floors, disgusting sheets. Filthy.
We loved the location. The house itself, aside from the interior stairs, was good. Good, HOT water. Just filthy! We took the sheets off the beds - hair and little black spots. Bought new sheets, pillows and cover at Target - unplanned new sheet sets for home. Absolutely no contact from the "property manager".
Stanley W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2024
Hi Stanley,
I apologize that you were not fully satisfied with your stay. Our records indicate that we did not receive any communication from you regarding your concerns. We encourage our guests to reach out to us upon arrival if anything is not up to their expectations so that we can address any issues promptly. Our house rules clearly state this policy. If we do not hear from our guests, we assume that everything is satisfactory.
It's important to communicate any issues so that we can take corrective action. In this case, we could have resolved the situation with the cleaning company if we had been notified in a timely manner, but unfortunately, it's too late to make any adjustments now.
We hope that this experience will not be repeated, and we believe that open communication is essential in maintaining a good relationship.
Thank you,
Sonia Barcena
Florida Treasure Realty, LLC
We had a group of friends stay in this house together with kids age range between 1-12. While there were enough bedrooms to accommodate a large group, the beds were not the best. However there were extra futons and couches plus floor space for plenty of air mattresses. Our only other negative comment would be about the lack of toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags and some other kitchen items. However, that’s an easy fix so please don’t let that deter you from this place. It is in a great location on the river with a lot of kayaks and entertainment space. The contact for the property was very responsive and nice. We will definitely be looking to stay at this property for another river trip in the future.
Danielle G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2023
Hi Danielle,
We are delighted you had a great vacation.
Thanks so much for reviewing us. We are so glad you enjoyed our river home. To keep costs down, we provide just a bit of toiletries (2 tp rolls/bathrm, 2 garbage liners/per kitchen trashcan, soap, sponge, salt/pepper... "..to get you started" as our ad states. We do not supply for the entire trip. We enjoyed hosting you and would love to have you return. You've found your river home. :) Make it an annual thing.
Sonia Barcena
FTRHOMES
Your FL Realtors for all lifes journey.
Overall, our stay at this property was wonderful! It was so fun being right on the river! The host was easy to communicate with and very kind. Definitely recommend this property.
K H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Hi Kristin, Thank you for taking the time to review us. We appreciate you being a 5-star guest and taking good care of the property during your stay. Come back soon. Sonia :)
Loved the location. Being able to get right out on the river and the provided kayaks was awesome! The house was spotless, the beds were very comfortable. Great communication with the owner.
Lisa G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2026
Lisa
We are so glad you enjoyed your experience here.
Thanks for sharing & Thanks for being a 5Star guest.
We hope you return soon.
Sonia