[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # \*Newly Renovated!\* Weeki Wachee Main River w/ Kayaks Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95995500/95995478/811e432d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95995500/95995478/f2a75b98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95995500/95995478/bcf8ed72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95995500/95995478/46f7e4e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/96000000/95995500/95995478/c35b77a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Manatee Bend is nestled on Weeki Wachee's main river, offering breathtaking views of manatees and dolphins. Relax at the seawall or screened-in porch, and enjoy the covered bar area with seating and a mini fridge overlooking the river. Take advantage of kayaks, paddleboards, life jackets, charcoal grill for family meals. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### \*Newly Renovated!\* Weeki Wachee Main River w/ Kayaks Manatee Bend is located on the main river of the amazingly clear waters of Weeki Wachee. Sitting right in the middle of all of the action that the river brings, watch the manatees or even a dolphin go by, you are surrounded by pure beauty. You are right around the bend from the famous hospital hole. Picture yourself sitting at the seawall relaxing by the waterfront and watching the manatee’s go by or in the screened in porch. This is an ideal home for your next family retreat or a getaway with a group of friends. Bring your charcoal and your burgers and grill up your family’s favorite meal. To the right side of the property, enjoy the covered bar area with seating, ceiling fan, a sink and mini fridge that overlooks the river. The Space This ranch style split floor plan home has a great layout for two families or group of friends. Walk in the front door and you are greeted by the open living and dining room combo. This home has 3 bedrooms. You have 2 ensuite are on opposite sides of the home for added privacy. Your first Ensuite has a King size bed. The second ensuite has 2 queen beds. The 3rd bedroom space has a queen size bed. The living room also has a comfortable memory foam queen size sleeper sofa. Your fully stocked kitchen has everything that you will need to whip up your favorite dishes while overlooking the river. Your screened in porch will keep you comfortable with a second dining area and lounge area. The backyard that overlooks the main river will keep you entertained for days. You have stepped access into the river right from your backyard, making it easy to get in and out of a kayak. We have 4 single and 3 double kayaks and 1 paddle board for your enjoyment. We have life jackets and whistles for you to use as well which is required to carry on your water vessels . You will also find a charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal) and a river front wood fire pit for you to use. The “Manatee Bend” has it all for you to enjoy days and days on the river. Nearby attractions: Hospital Hole Pine Island Weeki Wachee Springs (Mermaid Show) Rodgers Park Scalloping ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water park - Water sports equipment - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Snorkeling 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 ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99030000/99029500/99029488/0af077ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Main River Mermaid Sleeps 8 kayaks for everyone. 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Weeki Wachee - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 226 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=46074734&PinnedHotelID=46074734&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39460000/39450200/39450149/5bd3d061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3/3 ON WEEKI WACHEE RIVER Weeki Wachee - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 105 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=39450149&PinnedHotelID=39450149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 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 transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b60f36x ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.53182%2C-82.62088&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_dqDNEcp1vjMX0YOqJRRVMMRAQE=) Weeki Wachee, FL #### What's nearby - Weeki Wachee River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 10 min drive - 8.5 km - Bayport Park Pier - 11 min drive - 8.8 km - Weeki Wachee Springs - 12 min drive - 9.1 km - Pine Island Beach Park - 12 min drive - 9.5 km #### Getting around - Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 58 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬12 min drive - ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬12 min drive - ‪Weeki Pub - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is *Newly Renovated!* Weeki Wachee Main River w/ Kayaks pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at *Newly Renovated!* Weeki Wachee Main River w/ Kayaks? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at *Newly Renovated!* Weeki Wachee Main River w/ Kayaks? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is *Newly Renovated!* Weeki Wachee Main River w/ Kayaks located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Weeki Wachee River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Bayport Park Boat Ramp. Bayport Park Pier and Weeki Wachee Springs are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## \*Newly Renovated!\* Weeki Wachee Main River w/ Kayaks Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### IRENE C. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful backyard oasis My family and I had a wonderful stay at this property. The check-in process was fast and easy. The rooms were spacious and the beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed the backyard the most. The kayaks on the property were perfect for our group and the path along the crystal clear water was amazing. Jennifer our host was very attentive to our needs and made our stay very enjoyable. We look forward to coming back soon! ##### IRENE C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome trip The home was beautiful and better than the pics. Our family from 74-7 had a great time. We saw manatee everyday and even a dolphin cruised thru. We enjoyed sitting out by the water watching people going by. We went and saw the mermaids but mostly enjoyed hanging out at the house and being with family.it was nice to have access to canoes and kayaks when we wanted to venture into the water. Would definitely rent here again.. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Ben H. Jul 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### River vacation Beautiful home and location, great amenities. House was clean except for clothes left in drawers. There is a large hole on the concrete patio that is treacherous. Two people in our party stumbled on it. We loved it and would definitely recommend it and return. ##### Ben H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosalie M. Feb 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Time at Manatee Bend We had the loveliest time at this newly renovated property! The house is beautifully done and was perfect for us (family of 8). The owners were great communicators and very responsive to all questions and needs. The river is gorgeous. We were in it every day other than the one day it rained all day. Several members of our party kayaked to Hospital Hole (which is close) and saw a family of manatees. We didn't want to leave! Thank you! ##### Rosalie M. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### amanda b. Mar 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house on best part of river The house was clean and had everything we could have needed. The kitchen is beautiful with a breakfast nook that looks out to the water. The artificial grass was soft on everyone's feet. There were plenty of life jackets. The pictures of the house and river/yard don't do this spot justice. It's beautiful. If you have toddlers or young kids bring 2 handle covers because there's only door knob locks (the deadbolts lock with a key inside too) on the water side of the house. It's close to the park to go down and play on the playground and it's close to sandy places to play in the water. It was a great place and we all agreed we'd rent it again for sure! ##### amanda b. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill S. Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything we needed! We had a wonderful time here! This was a prime location on Weeki Wachee with all the amenities needed for a great stay. Plenty of kayaks & life jackets, a well stocked kitchen and VERY COMFY BEDS!!! This is our 3rd annual girls trip we've taken to Weeki Wachee and our first time in this house and I slept 100x better here than places we've booked previous years. Sometimes with vacation rentals the hosts cut corners with lower quality beds and mattresses but that is not the case here. And I appreciated that the curtains actually made it dark in the room at night (can you tell I'm getting older and need my beauty rest 😆) But seriously, when you're kayaking all day the last thing you want is to wake up and your back hurts from the bed, so thank you for that!! Each of the 2 bathrooms are located en suite in the front 2 bedrooms so you do have to come through the bedroom to use the bathroom which didn't present an issue for our group bc we are all very close and probably most people booking a house together for vacation are as well but just mentioning because there is a 3rd bedroom and whoever stays in that room will need to enter the bedroom of someone else if you happen to need to use the restroom at night. Again, not an issue for us I just wanted to mention bc you can't always tell what the layouts are like from the pictures. We all agreed that we would happily stay here again! ##### Jill S. 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