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Waterfront Octagon Home w/ Kayaks & Paddleboard

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Hernando Beach, FL
  • Place, Weekiwachee Preserve
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Octagon Home w/ Kayaks & Paddleboard

Guests love the relaxed waterfront setting of this unique pink, octagon-shaped home located directly on a freshwater canal. The atmosphere is calm and easygoing, yet there is always something to do nearby. With water access right outside, walkable local dining and entertainment, and popular Nature Coast attractions close by, it’s easy to enjoy both downtime and adventure during your stay.

The home is multi-level and connected by a spiral staircase, with the primary bedroom located on the third floor, separated from the main living spaces for added privacy. From this elevated level, guests enjoy open views toward the water and beautiful sunrise and sunset moments that many describe as a highlight of their stay. The surrounding neighborhood is quiet and residential, with sidewalks throughout that are well suited for walking or biking.

Inside, the home is arranged to comfortably accommodate a variety of travelers, including couples, families, and small groups. Sleeping arrangements include a queen bed in the third-floor master bedroom, a full bed in the second bedroom, and a queen pull-out sofa with a memory-foam mattress. A blow-up mattress and a playpen are also available. USB charging outlets are conveniently located in the kitchen, living room, and both bedrooms.

The main level includes a kitchen and living area designed for everyday use, shared meals, and relaxation. A screened-in porch provides a comfortable outdoor space to enjoy fresh air, morning coffee, or evenings without direct sun or bugs. Additional seating is available beside the canal, allowing guests to spend time outdoors throughout the day.

The property includes a private dock with a ladder for water access and steps for launching kayaks or the paddleboard, which are provided on site for guest use. A boat lift is available for qualifying boats under 25 feet or up to a 3-ton pontoon deck boat, jet ski, or bay boat. Retractable bimini tops are compatible; hard tops will not clear the nearby bridge. Boat rentals, fishing charters, and a bait shop are located nearby.

The location offers convenient access to local dining, shopping, and entertainment, as well as popular nearby destinations including Weeki Wachee Springs, Pine Island, Nature Coast Botanical Gardens, Adventure Coast Fun Park, Homosassa State Park, and Crystal River. Additional beaches and attractions are easily reached by car. Whether guests are looking to spend time on the water, explore the area, or simply relax in a comfortable waterfront setting, this home provides a flexible and enjoyable base for a Florida Nature Coast stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
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 and lock the doors
All water toys, life jackets & chairs are to be put away as you found them. All used kitchen utensils, pots, pans and bbq items need to be washed and put back in their original location
Please make sure all of the gates are shut and locked including the water toy room
Please pick up after your dog inside and outside
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please pick up after your dog. Absolutely no cats.. No one on the property besides the guests. No parties. If cops are called there will be fines.
Green Egg is all about using 100% natural lump charcoal as you cook with live fire. Absolutely no lighter fluid or charcoal briquettes are to be used.
All water toys, life jackets, chairs are to be put away as you found them.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Spring Hill

Located in Spring Hill, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Colorama Music and Show Palace Dinner Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hernando Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Weekiwachee Preserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Weeki Wachee River - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 19 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Hudson Beach - 19 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Innisbrook Golf Club - 52 min drive - 58.7 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Octagon Home w/ Kayaks & Paddleboard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Waterfront Octagon Home w/ Kayaks & Paddleboard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Octagon Home w/ Kayaks & Paddleboard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Octagon Home w/ Kayaks & Paddleboard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Octagon Home w/ Kayaks & Paddleboard located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Weekiwachee Preserve and within 9 miles (15 km) of Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Bowlero Spring Hill. Bayport Park Boat Ramp and Weeki Wachee River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to contact. Property in good condition. Cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a short babymoon

My wife and I had a great time at this property, we will be back again soon. Check in was automated and easy and the host was very responsive to our questions. The house had plenty of mini split AC units for zone climate control, new appliances, and clean linens. The dock and entertainment areas are tidy and well lit. Fishing was good off the dock, caught two keeper mangrove snapper casting cut shrimp across the canal. The local cracker barrel was a great spot for brunch and provided great food and service. Thanks again for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This beach house was like home away from home accept at the beach. This house is beautifully decorated, spacious, and clean. The outdoor sitting areas and overall yard and property also exceeded our expectations. The fenced in yard was perfect for our fur baby. The neighborhood is beautiful to walk around and best of all, it’s very quiet. We definitely recommend this lovely property. The host for this beach house was very prompt on communication. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is great!

We visited to celebrate our 10 year anniversary and had the best time. It is cute, comfy, clean, spacious, and stocked with everything we needed. We enjoyed mornings by the dock, afternoons kayaking the canals, and evenings on the porches. Barbie’s Dream House is even better in person. We cannot say enough good things about the house and property. Jennifer was super quick with any questions we had. The location is perfect! So many restaurant choices within a quick drive or even walk. Other local attractions and cute beach towns are an easy drive away. We flew into Tampa and within 45 mins we were at the Barbie Dream House. We can’t wait to come again, maybe with our 8 year old next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jenifer Bell

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