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The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat

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Nestled among towering trees, The Chubby Mermaid offers a serene Old Florida getaway. This waterfront home on a pristine canal features a spacious 28' porch overlooking the water and is perfectly situated for kayaking adventures with included canoe and kayak rentals.

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Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81623 sq ft

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat

Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this holiday home. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a sofa bed and a TV.

Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

Car recommended
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Games
TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Outdoor smoking only

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near the sea
On a river
On the waterfront

Things to do

Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 1,623 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: Pet Fee & Max 2 dogs no more than 80 lbs combined

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

On-site 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 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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

6038

About the area

Located in Weeki Wachee Gardens, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weeki Wachee Springs and Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, while Colorama Music and Show Palace Dinner Theater are cultural highlights. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Spring Hill travel guide

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Weeki Wachee, FL

What's nearby

Weeki Wachee River
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Pine Island Beach Park
10 min drive - 9.9 km
Weeki Wachee Springs
11 min drive - 9.5 km
Hudson Beach
28 min drive - 28.3 km
Three Sisters Springs
58 min drive - 74.2 km

Getting around

Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
60 min drive

Restaurants

Dunkin'
13 min drive
Starbucks
13 min drive
7-Eleven
12 min drive
Weeki Pub
7 min drive
Steak 'n Shake
13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The “Chubby Mermaid” Waterfront Adventure Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 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).

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9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

1 Dec 2025

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

We enjoyed every second of our stay! The neighborhood was quiet so porch sitting was a favorite. The house was very clean and accurate to the pictures posted. Beds are SUPER comfortable! We will definitely be booking this property again.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy V.

17 May 2025

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

Vacation

Enjoyed the river

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

3 Aug 2025

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

LVE!

We LOVED staying at the Chubby mermaid again. The house is so close to the beautiful main river. We seen a few manatee and turtles right at our dock. The place is clean and comfortable. Their are many places to go eat and or shop at. We all LOVED staying here and hope to go back real soon!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy W.

10 Jun 2025

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

Amazing wildlife!

Everything was great. It was the perfect location. We saw manatees, dolphins, turtles, crabs, and woodpeckers. The back deck was so nice and had a great view. The kitchen had everything you needed. The chairs and fire pit by the dock were great too. We plan on staying here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brittany C.

2 Jul 2025

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

We enjoyed our stay but had a few concerns.

Property was located a few houses in from the entrance to the Springs, which is a nice location. The house has very few home items like hair dryer, ziplock bags, toiletries etc, unlike many of the homes I have stayed in the past. The house has an older smell to it and someone else's false lashes were left on the bathroom counter in a dish on our arrival, which made me question the cleanliness. Instructions ask you to start the laundry before you leave, but no detergent was left. Back door lock is broken, and the shower in the master makes a concerning creaking sound- like it may be structural, however we were able to shower without an issue. Most of the homes in this area are older homes-- If you're looking for a 5 star stay, this isn't the home for you, but if you want something a little more on the affordable side with a nice location that allows pets this may be a good option. There was life jackets and kayaks- we brought our own so I can't comment on the functionality. Overall, we enjoyed our stay, but would probably pick another location next time we visit Weekie.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025