Waterfront w access to the Weeki Wachee River & Gulf of Mexico - Dog Friendly!
PROMO 5% WEEKLY AND 10% MONTLY DISCOUNT. Come and have a relaxing stay at the Weeki Wachee Riverside Cabana. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom house sits on a deep-water canal that connects with the Weeki Wachee river and has access to the Gulf of Mexico. There are a total of 6 kayaks w/ paddles and life jackets for guests to use. Pet friendly with a $75 fee per dog. Come and experience Weeki Wachee with its unspoiled views and timeless backdrop for a one-of-a-kind vacation. An affordable getaway to enjoy all of Weeki Wachee and close enough to so many other fabulous attractions that Florida has to offer.
LIVING ROOM The house has an open floor plan with a spacious living room with 2 comfortable couches, smart T.V., and a computer workstation with high-speed WI-FI available to connect your devices to the internet.
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM The kitchen and inside dining area are next to the living room. The kitchen has all new basic appliances to include Keurig pod/pot coffee maker, tea kettle, blender, skillet, crockpot, large boiling pot, and toaster oven. Other basic amenities include paper towels, an assortment of pod coffees, and basic spices. The dining table sits 4-7.
BEDROOMS/BATHROOMS The Master bedroom has a king size bed with a master bath. The master bath has a shower, and a laundry room closet with a brand-new washer and dryer, and laundry detergent pods provided. The second bedroom has a queen size bed and is next to the common area bathroom that has a shower. Both bathrooms have a set of fresh towels.
KAYAKS There are a total of 6 kayaks, paddles, and life vests; and one of the kayaks is a perfect size for younger/smaller people to try out on the water.
OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING Enjoy gathering outside in the screened in patio room overlooking the water with a dining table that sits 4. There is a gas grill for barbecuing and a firepit to gather around at night and share memories made from the day on the river while eating some yummy smores.
There are 3 docks that can be used to spot manatees as they swim by or try your luck at fishing from. (Florida State Fishing License May Be Required.)
RIVER ACTIVITIES Launch into the water right from the backyard, with only a 5–10-minute paddle to the Weeki Wachee river. The river is family-friendly, perfect for wildlife viewing, and boasts some of the most beautiful scenery of any Florida waterway. The spring water stays a constant 72 degrees year-round, so it feels cool in the hot summer months and warm on a chilly winter day. Paddlers can take a break along the river and go for a dip, and various parts of the riverbank offer good stopping points for a picnic lunch. If you are a water-loving outdoors enthusiast, this river is a must. If you aren’t, you will be after a day on this river!
When you approach the Weeki Wachee River paddling from the house:
Turn right onto the river to get to Rogers Park and the Upper Deck restaurant, a popular spot to grab a drink and bite to eat while enjoying an elevated view of the water.
Or turn left to head towards the Weeki Wachee Springs State Park where you can see live mermaids perform. For anyone who prefers a guide; eco-tours are offered through the Weeki Wachee State Park and Boating in Florida. They will take tours upriver toward the headsprings while providing information about the surrounding flora and fauna, kayaking tips, and tips on river etiquette.
ADDITIONAL ATTRACTIONS There are so many other amazing adventures that are just a hop, skip, and a jump from Weeki Wachee. Directly to the south about 50-60 miles is Tampa, Clearwater Beach, and St. Petersburg. Then to the east about 1.5 – 2 hours is Orlando and Cocoa Beach.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Clean any extra dog hair as best as possible.
There is a $75 pet fee per pet.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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
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About the area
Spring Hill
Located in Weeki Wachee Gardens, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weeki Wachee River and Weeki Wachee Springs. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, scuba diving and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Weeki Wachee Springs - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
Hudson Beach - 25 min drive - 33.2 km
Three Sisters Springs - 43 min drive - 63.0 km
Getting around
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 13 min drive
7-Eleven - 12 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 12 min drive
Steak 'n Shake - 13 min drive
Weeki Pub - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront w access to the Weeki Wachee River & Gulf of Mexico - Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront w access to the Weeki Wachee River & Gulf of Mexico - Dog Friendly!?
As of 4 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront w access to the Weeki Wachee River & Gulf of Mexico - Dog Friendly! on 23 Nov, 2026 start from S$413, 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 at Waterfront w access to the Weeki Wachee River & Gulf of Mexico - Dog Friendly!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront w access to the Weeki Wachee River & Gulf of Mexico - Dog Friendly!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront w access to the Weeki Wachee River & Gulf of Mexico - Dog Friendly!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront w access to the Weeki Wachee River & Gulf of Mexico - Dog Friendly! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Weeki Wachee River and within 6 miles (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
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We were allowed to check in early. The house was as pictured. The dock and covered porch were great hang out spots for breakfast and after our days out on the river. The kayaks were in good shape. We did rent a round boat too. House was clean and in a great spot. Had such a great family vacation.
Overall, we enjoyed our stay at the Riverside Cabana. The house was in a good location, with plenty of restaurants and attractions nearby. We especially loved being on the canal with easy access to the Weeki Wachee river. We spent a lot of time kayaking and were lucky enough to experience many manatee sightings. The only real issues we had were intermittent wi-fi and poor phone signal (AT&T). The host was very responsive when we reached out to him, which we appreciated.
Loved the beautiful deck on the water and the screened porch. Cabin was clean and well equipped. Kayaked from the dock up the Weeki Wachee river and back home. Nice area with good restaurants. Would recommend.
Everything was as described and we had a wonderful stay we will definitely be back. Clean and comfortable. I loved sitting on the deck watching the wildlife
I have stayed here before. Very nice and some great updates. New kitchen counter and sink love it!. Also new deck outside and moved kayaks to a better location. Just a great place to stay. I like that it is off the main river but not too far and its quiet. I will be back.Pet friendly which I really appreciate.Margaret Adams
The trip with our friends was excellent and we were able to try the go boats as we wanted on the river. The location of the house was in just the right spot to be able to explore the area by water. The property itself was clean and met our needs for the 2 nights we stayed there. Enjoyed being able to sit outside by a fire in the evening.
we loved our weekend stay. pet friendly and family friendly. the access to weeks wachee was amazing! we spent most of our time out on kayaks. great stay!
This house had everything we needed for 6 adults and 1 dog. The area is perfect for boating and kayaking. Furniture and beds were comfortable. We would stay again for sure.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house was perfect for our family of 4 and the waterfront location was wonderful!! The really appreciated the use of kayaks and the canal was a short paddle to the river. The boys enjoyed fishing off of the dock and we used the grill and fire pit several times. The screened porch was also a very nice place to relax and enjoy the water views. It was nice to have a large TV and comfy couch to watch the bowl games (we have had rentals before that did not). The owners were very helpful before our stay and luckily we didn’t have any issues during our stay that needed assistance, but I’m sure they would have been responsive if we did! We will definitely stay again next time we are in the area!
Great trip for a few nights over spring break. Perfect set up for a small crew - super clean, great amenities, excellent communications, and just a short paddle to the river. We’ll be back for sure!
Travis B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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Hosted by Chris Switzer
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