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

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to Neptune’s Grotto, a charming retreat on the scenic Mud River. Unwind with kayaks at your disposal and enjoy the sunset on the shared beach, or relax in your efficiency style room featuring a queen bed, kitchenette, and private bathroom.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

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.

Property manager

Jason and Andrea Soldini

Languages

English

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
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

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

Pets not 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

Property is also known as

5951

About the area

Map
Weeki Wachee, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Weeki Wachee River - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Pine Island Beach Park - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 10 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonny's BBQ - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of Aug 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats on Aug 27, 2025 start from CA $158.24, excluding 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.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Muddy Mermaid - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Weeki Wachee River, and Bayport Park Boat Ramp. Bayport Park Pier is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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