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"Like a Tree House" Overlooking the Water

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Exterior
Smart TV, books, stereo
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom89 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Weeki Wachee, FL
  • Place, Weeki Wachee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hudson Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬

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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.

"Like a Tree House" Overlooking the Water

The original owner of this property told us that she felt like she lived in a tree house. She was right! Enjoy lazy days under the shade of these big beautiful live oaks. Updated recently with new floors and furnishings, you will find our home very comfortable and peaceful.

This home with 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 bathroom sleeps 4 people comfortably. Queen size bed in master, full size bed in guest room. Kitchen is fully stocked with pots & pans, utensils, dishes, and enough "essentials" in bathroom and kitchen to get your vacation started.

Once you get settled in, go out and enjoy the outdoors. The pristine Weeki Wachee River is home to an abundance of wildlife. You'll see sheepshead, mullet, blue crabs, and of course manatees. I counted 10 manatees one early morning leaving the spring at the end of our canal! And of course tropical birds, hawks, and eagles. Use my kayaks (3) or canoe (1) or bring your boat and tie up to my dock. Or you can rent a jon boat or kayaks from the marina across the road from the entrance to my neighborhood. Take the provided beach chairs, beach towels, and umbrella to the beach at Rogers Park, on the river (2 min away) or Pine Island, on the gulf (10 min).

My family and I have been spending weekends in this home for 10 years. It should have everything you need to enjoy your time here.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Weeki Wachee River. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home offers a kitchen and a balcony.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Weeki Wachee River and 12 minutes by car from Weeki Wachee Springs
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 960 square feet

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside only.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

"like a Tree House" Overlooking the Water Spring Hill

"like a Tree House" Overlooking the Water Private vacation home

"Like a Tree House" Overlooking the Water Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 212 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great vacation rental! They had everything we would need to make our stay comfortable. The views were wonderful and we never ran out of stuff to do!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great location, would recommend, Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. The weather, the kayaks, the comfortable home could not have been better!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very much enjoyed our stay. Would love to come back soon. I highly recommend this comfy rental.

Loved that we saw dolphins right in the canal in the backyard. Very relaxing stay. The house is so comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great spot to spend a quick weekend getaway. The property was just as listed, super cute and homey. We brought our own paddle boards so we didn’t use onsite kayaks but there are plenty to spare with life vests available for use.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

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

Lovely stay

Simple little home perfect for a weekend get away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely property. It’s so cozy and peaceful. It was just as described with all the amenities. We loved being able to hop in the kayaks from the dock and go down the river. We would definitely stay here again.
House view from the water
Looking to the left off of the dock
Looking to the right off of the dock
Off of the top deck
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Destiny R.

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

My favorite spot to go relax on the river

Beautiful and unique house lovely scenery and the host is so nice and great at communicating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

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

Relaxing stay

We enjoyed the week. Relaxing location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April G.

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

Get away

This was a cozy house, very clean, comfy beds. Loved seeing the manatees each day at the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Pleasure Palace

We enjoyed our stay at Like a tree house. Seen 4 Manatees the very first day, this is our second time staying at Dawns place and would highly recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve & Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our 3 night stay! We were lucky to get early check in and put our boat in at Roger’s park close by. We scalloped, snorkeled, fished, kayaked. We brought our paddle boards and used them to explore the clear Weeki Wachee river and saw lots of manatees. Host was amazing communicating and no surprises; house is fantastic just as listed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this property! The house was perfect sized for the 2 of us with comfortable seating areas in kitchen, living room, screened porch, balcony deck and ground level patio/fire pit/dock. Plenty of equipment for paddling the canal plus a few floaties for splashing around the canal. Would love to return to explore more of the waterways and to sit on the balcony. Very peaceful, comfortable and lovely canal views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

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

Great spot

Close to main river, wonderful amenities, clean and tidy. Would rent again no hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was by far the best place to get away everything was as said but way more!! Great host and a amazing place one of my best vacations almost want to keep a secret!!! from the dolphins and manatees to the fish 🎣 and amazing paddle to the springs perfect get away will definitely be back 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Such a great location to access the Weeki Wachee River. We kayaked everyday of our stay and saw beautiful manatees and porpoises. Owner is quick to respond. Enjoyed sitting on the deck and the dock and looking at the canal. Rental was neat and clean and had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari G.

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

Wonderful stay in the treetops

Had a lovely stay at this wonderful property. Dawn was a great host and wonderful communicator. Great location for access to the park and just a fantastic spot for relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robine C.

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

A beautiful cottage style home with waterfront location.

Quiet but not a remote location. Checkin was smooth and easy. Kitchen was fully stocked with all the immediate necessities to get us started. Our waterfront views were amazing and full of mannatees, dolphins, otters, turtles and birds. Dawn answered all our questions promptly and with care & a friendly manner. Loved our stay & can highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

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

River House

Great home on the river for a family getaway! Clean, modern, perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curt C.

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

Would love to have stayed longer!

Very comfortable and clean home with access to the Weeki Wachee River and the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoyed cruising the river and canal’s with provided kayaks. We enjoyed watching manatees and other critters swim up and down the crystal clear waters of the waters from the deck above. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise I.

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

Excellent stay

Love this house. Well stocked, spent lots of time on the balcony. Saw manatee, porpoise and turtles. Went kayaking and bike riding. It was a great relaxing week.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Weeki Wachee Garden Retreat

Beautiful and very peaceful, alot if stairs makes it a little bit difficult with groceries and etc But a great little vacation spot overall
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Excellent stay

It was everything stated and better than we even expected. Nothing more we could have asked for. Even the weather was great!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Mediocre

Towards end of stagnant canal but fairly convenient. Very clean. Adequate!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

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

Great place

House has everything you need. We enjoyed hanging out on the deck under the tree!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023