Hernando Beach Home on Dolphin Cove: Dock & Kayaks

Located on the popular Dolphin Cove Channel by the Gulf just 2 houses back from the ocean, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental is perfect for waterside adventures! Watch the manatees, dolphins, and stingrays swim by while you kayak from the boat dock. Walk, bike, or kayak to beach bars with live entertainment, eateries, and a bait store — all within 1 mile! After, relax on the balcony and enjoy the panoramic views. This coastal home also features a lanai with seating for 16 and a game room.

-- THE PROPERTY --

2 Balconies & Lookout w/ Panoramic Water Views | Professionally Decorated | Wildlife Watching On-site | Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Live Entertainment | Pontoon Rentals Nearby

Bedroom Suite: Alaskan King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: 16-person lanai, outdoor dining areas, gas grill (propane provided), hammocks, 4 kayaks provided (2 tandem, 2 single), boat dock (50' boat max), matured banana trees w/ edible fruit, dog run, 4 bikes, outdoor games
INDOOR LIVING: Picture windows, ceiling fans, en-suite bathroom w/ jetted tub, 2,900 sq ft, dedicated workspace w/ laptop & printer, oversized living room
GAME ROOM: New arcade machine w/ 20 games, game table w/ computer sofa, dart board, flat-screen TV, new treadmill w/ TV, card table w/ chairs
KITCHEN: Stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, breakfast bar, high chair
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heat, complimentary toiletries, towels/linens, washer/dryer, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), 3rd floor not childproofed
ACCESSIBILITY: 3-story home, 1 step to enter, bedroom on 1st floor, kitchen on 2nd floor, elevator access to lookout (upon homeowner approval)
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), EV charger

-- THE LOCATION --

THINGS TO SEE + DO: Sterling Marina & Groovy Charters - fishing charters, pontoon rentals, airboat rides (1 mile), Royal Sea Excursions (2 miles), Pine Island (9 miles), Adventure Coast Fun Park (10 miles), Stop N Play (17 miles), boat rentals, bait stores
OUTDOOR EXPLORATION: Weekiwachee Preserve (2 miles), Weeki Wachee Springs State Park (4 miles), Jenkin's Creek Park (3 miles), Aripeka Sandhills Preserve (7 miles), Alfred A McKethan Pine Island Park (10 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Clearwater Beach (48 miles), Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (49 miles), St. Petersburg (67 miles)
AIRPORT: Tampa International Airport (48 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 3-story home requires a step to enter. While a bedroom is located on the 1st floor, the kitchen is located on the 2nd floor and requires interior stairs to access
- NOTE: If you would like to use the elevator to access the lookout tower, please reach out to the Guest Contact before your arrival to receive permission. The Guest Contact will also provide additional elevator instructions. For safety purposes, children and small pets are not allowed in the elevator
- NOTE: The property's 3rd floor is not childproofed and may not be suitable for young children
- NOTE: For safety purposes, please do not allow pets on the property's 3rd floor
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the back of the home facing the backyard/water, and 1 camera is located on the front of the home facing the front outdoor entry. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras are activated by motion and will record video and sound while guests are in residence