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Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental

Spring Hill vacation home with private pool

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A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking a body of water.
A living room with a sofa, a television, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
An indoor dining area with a large oval table and four chairs, overlooking a waterfront with houses and a dock.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.
A boat docked at a wooden pier with a clear view of the water and a distant building.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Hernando Beach, FL
  • Place, Weekiwachee Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Jenkins Creek Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee River
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Spring Hill

Oceanside stay.Stay at this Spring Hill vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Weekiwachee Preserve and 9 miles (15 km) of Nature Coast Botanical Gardens. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Bowlero Spring Hill and Bayport Park Boat Ramp.
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What's nearby

  • Weekiwachee Preserve - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • beach near Jenkins Creek Park - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Weeki Wachee River - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 13 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental

Spend your next vacation at "The Dolphin House," our beautiful 4 bedroom/3 bathroom home, while enjoying the Gulf of Mexico as your backyard! Pontoon Boat On-Site! Available for Rent

You will enjoy daily visits from dolphins, sting rays, and the occasional manatee. The private dock is the perfect place to fish or park your boat if you choose to bring one. There is a jacuzzi, a swimming pool, two large screened in areas overlooking the water, as well as multiple private docks for boating. This house is a fully furnished home with an upstairs and downstairs living room, a pool table, and bar. The entire space can sleep up to 10 people with three king beds, one queen, and a pull-out Murphy bed. The area is perfect for kayaking, scalloping, fishing (fish poles and tackle box ready to use), and sitting by the pool, soaking up the Florida sunshine!

Whether you're looking for a large space for your next scalloping trip or family get together or a more relaxing escape with nothing more on the agenda than sipping cocktails in the pool while watching the sun disappear into the Gulf, this is the perfect spot for you!

** This home is not suitable for those with mobility issues. The upstairs living area with kitchen is only accessible by exterior stairs.
**There is no interior staircase to connect the bottom rec room floor with the upper living area floor
**The garage is for owner use and storage only and not available to renters during stay. ** During Hurricane Season we encourage our guests to have traveler’s insurance

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Ignore size limit - all pets are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: *Alert* - No Pool Fence. Open water access

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental to the airport?

This vacation home is 52.6 mi (70-min drive) away from the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental to the beach?

This vacation home is 9.9 mi (21-min drive) from Pine Island Beach Park and 14.8 mi (25-min drive) from Hudson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental to downtown Spring Hill?

This vacation home is 1.8 mi away from Hernando Beach.

Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very large home with a beautiful pool area and view.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candace P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay and already can’t wait to return next year! The home was the perfect size for hosting friends and family who stopped by throughout the week. Having easy access to the pontoon boat right at the dock was such a bonus and the host was incredibly communicative and helpful with all of our many questions. The house was spotless and fully equipped with everything we needed. But the real added bonus was that view! Truly an amazing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house at a perfect location and easy boat ride to the channel Looking forward to staying again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely amazing time at this property in Hernando Beach. The house itself is fantastic, and the value for the money is incredible. One of the most unique features was the ability to rent the boat with the property — we’ve stayed at a lot of vacation rentals, and we’ve never found another place that offered anything like that. It truly made the experience unforgettable.Dave was extremely attentive and responsive throughout our stay, and his entire team was wonderful. From the cleaning staff to the maintenance man, the boat contact, and even the pool service guy, everyone we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and professional.We would absolutely love to stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a fun and unique Florida getaway.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of space, good for families
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a much needed family vacation. The location of this property is amazing. We woke up every morning to dolphins and manatees swimming right by the dock. We rented the pontoon boat and had fun fishing and cruising around. The hosts were very helpful and made my first VRBO stay very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carla F.

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

Wonderful place to stay with our group

Loved the dock, lots of kayaks, super clean, kitchen very convenient. Def going there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Nice stay

Really nice outdoor amenities thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mallory B.

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

Excellent vacation home!

Our family absolutely loved our stay at this Hernando Beach home. We took full advantage of everything this home had to offer. We truly hope to return to this home another time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russ 5.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This vacation rental was equipped with just about anything you could need. Plenty of room for our family of 6 adults, between the game room downstairs, multiple docks to fish off of, kayaks to explore the canals, lounge furniture, bonfire with seating, and more, we did not fall short of things to do. The kitchen had just about any appliance you could need. The only thing that was different was the only set of stairs to access the main floor and the lower level was the spiral stairs outside. Great place to stay and enjoyed our time.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

barbara c.

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

Hernando beach home

We rented home in order to experience weeki springs. Location was perfect. Host were terrific and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Beautiful view!

My family really enjoyed there stay! Would highly recommend! If you love the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Great location and house

We had a wonderful time here, the house was everything we expected. Owners helpful when we needed something. Loved watching the boats go by and just relax. Fire pit was an added bonus. definitely will go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Travis K.

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

Perfect Getaway

Lots of room and Great location on the water. Highly suggest the boat rental and going to the flats. Great communication with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

early June stay

we had a pleasant time, easy communication with property manager. would come back again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Great vacation

There was plenty of room for our large family group. The kids and young adults enjoyed the downstairs with 2 beds and game room while us older adults enjoyed the 3 bedrooms upstairs. We swam in the pool everyday and drove to the beach and kayaking where we saw multiple manatees. The owners were very helpful with questions and always quick to respond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are the person who needs your vacation rental to be immaculate with nothing out of place, this isn't your place. If you appreciate a lived-in feel so you can relax and enjoy yourself, look no further. Everything you need is here. The kitchen has everything you could ever need, including frosted mugs for your drinks. We booked for a long weekend with our adult children and chose not to add a boat rental. We had plenty to do--relax in the pool, star-gaze by the fire, kayak out to watch the sunset, scope the water for sea life (dolphins, manatee, rays!), play board games on the porch, and so much more. Communication was great and everything is as described. The only downside was the lack of easy access between the two levels. Our dog wasn't interested in the outdoor spiral staircase, so we had to walk around the house to the front entrance every time he went in or out. Minor inconvenience, but worth mentioning. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beth W.

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

Dolphin House

The view was amazing. The home had plenty of room and patio furniture. Our family had a great time. We are definitely coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blair G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this house was perfect. We had 8 adults and had plenty of room for everyone. The pool was the perfect size and very relaxing. We fished off the dock and caught plenty of fish and crab. We rented the pontoon and went to the flats which was a ton of fun with the bands out there. Communication with the host was perfect everytime I texted I got an immediate reply and even talked with them on the phone a few times. I will be renting from them again. Perfect location for all the local restaurants also
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

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

Amazing family vacation

The house had everything we needed for our family of 9. Teenager and little ones all had plenty to do. Fishing boating dolphins and loved the boat rental. GREAT TIME great house
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DAvid Y.

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

Wonderful House with Dolphins & Manatees

We've stayed every year for the last 7 years. Best location with lots of space, right on the Gulf with a large dock and pool. We rented a pontoon delivered right to the dock and they picked it up at the end. Owners very responsive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lori R.

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

Florida 2025

The overall experiencewas exactly what we needed, to get away. The surprising thing was the destruction caused by the back to back hurricanes.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L.

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

Awesome Location

There were six adults in our party and we had plenty of room. The location was fantastic, we saw dolphins off the dock every day. Boat rental on site was a great bonus. The hosts were super accommodating and replied immediately with their responses. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Perfect getaway

Our stay at the Vrbo house in Hernando Beach was fantastic. The property features a dock where you can fish right off the back, making for an effortless and enjoyable fishing experience. We also loved the kayaking opportunities available, with easy access to calm and scenic waters that provided hours of exploration and fun. The house was well-equipped and comfortable, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

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