Paradise found!!! 5 stars for excellence, but would rate this house an overall 10 if possible. And what a deal for a vacation house like this. I really mean it when I say I can't write enough good things about this tranquil, vacation retreat. It's a hidden gem within a quiet neighborhood convenient to nearby dining, shopping, grocery stores. Flowers, palm trees, and water views almost everywhere you look - from canals to your own private beach bordering the Gulf (think glorious sunsets nightly). My husband and I, along with our 2 dogs, spent two wks vacation in absolute heaven, thanks to our gracious hosts who've created a warm, beautifully decorated, & 'very clean' retreat for all ages. As soon as we walked through the front door our cares slipped away, and each day only got better as we enjoyed all the amenities this house and area offer. From very comfortable beds to lovely appointed rooms, & ceiling fans that circulate cool breezes that flow through the house when you open front and back doors, and a hot tub hidden away in the front courtyard, you simply can't ask for anything better. Especially loved the back wall of glass in the great room w/sliding patio doors leading to a screened porch overlooking a water canal; exotic birds and boats to further enhance your view. We spent each morning on the screened porch, where we drank our coffee, soaked up the Florida ambiance, and planned another fun-filled day. Evenings we'd have a glass of wine and barbecue out there. We rarely ate out because you couldn't beat our view! I also would curl up in a big wicker chair on the porch and read whenever I could, especially into late night. And don't miss going in to New Port Richey and walking through Sims Park that has a beautiful lake, water canal, old street lamps, and towering moss-draped Cypress trees shading the pathways. We'd walk our dogs there every morning/or evening, and there's picnic tables to enjoy as well. What a charming town. If you want to go to a major beach they're within 45 mins. away, but dogs aren't allowed on every beach, so check before you go. And your hosts are only a phone call away and are always ready to answer any questions or meet any needs. Don't hesitate, book this one! And thanks again to our hosts. We want to come back to Florida and rent from you again!