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The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats

Weeki Wachee Gardens apartment with kitchen

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A riverside picnic area with wooden benches and a blue Adirondack chair, surrounded by trees and a calm waterway.
A compact bedroom with a bed, a small desk, and a kitchenette.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a blue countertop, a sink, a coffee maker, and a microwave.
A bedroom with a bed, a door with a towel hanging, a wall with a mermaid tail decoration, and a poster on the wall.
A compact room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Weeki Wachee, FL
  • Place, Weeki Wachee River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Spring Hill

On river.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Weeki Wachee Gardens apartment, you'll find Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Weeki Wachee River. Bayport Park Boat Ramp and Bayport Park Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee River - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Pine Island Beach Park - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Bella Napoli - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mike & Frank - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats

You won’t want to leave this charming, one of a kind place, playfully taking it’s name from the adjacent, scenic Mud Spring in Weeki Wachee! Relax and unwind in this efficiency style room at Neptune’s Grotto. Take a leisurely paddle with the provided kayaks and explore the natural Old Florida area and pristine waterways. Inside of the room you’ll find a queen bed, kitchenette, and a private bathroom with a shower. Enjoy the on site beach with your favorite beverage while watching the sunset.
The space
Efficiency style room in a vintage motel on the Mud River, overlooking the scenic Mud Spring!
Guest access
Private room with a shared beach and use of kayaks.
Other things to note
Use of kayaks. Laundry on site.
Room is set up for 2 people but we can accommodate an extra child with the twin size air mattress provided in the room.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outdoor smoking only

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Smoking of any type in the room will result in a $100 remediation fee
No swimming in the canal due to hazards. All guests waive any liability to property owner regarding swimming in the canal.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoor smoking only

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

5951

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats to the airport?

This apartment is 55.5 mi (57-min drive) away from the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats?

As of Sep 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats on Sep 3, 2026 start from $192, 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.

Does The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats to the beach?

This apartment is 3.5 mi (7-min drive) from Pine Island Beach Park.

Does The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats to downtown Weeki Wachee Gardens?

This apartment is 1 mi away from Weeki Wachee Gardens.

The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chad c.

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

Relaxing place to stay

Wife stayed 12 years ago and she awesome improvement we will definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

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

Cute, clean relaxing

Nice spot for a short getaway. Very clean; close to Weeki Wachee State Park- finally got to see the mermaid show.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheri R.

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

Cute and Quaint

We enjoyed our brief stay. The room was well stocked and the decor was very cute. The use of the kayaks was an added bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Kinda like paradise

A beautiful location right on the water with plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the gorgeous view. The room was cozy and clean. Highlight was the kayaks freely available for exploring the river and seeing manatees close up!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daphne M.

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

Muddy Mermaid

Sweet cottage with nice finishings. When we arrived, we were greeted by dolphins and manatees, really!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mollee C.

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

Serene spot

We will absolutely be coming back again. We love camping, but May in Florida means it’s too hot to sleep outside for us. Having a clean air conditioning room to sleep in, be comfortable bed and a cute little kitchen was so nice after spending the day kayaking,on the Weeki Wachee river. There is a couple with a small boy living on site and they were so friendly. During our stay, one of the kitchenchairs lost a screw and they helped me fix this in no time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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