[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental Waterfront vacation home with an outdoor pool and a hot tub ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68610000/68604100/68604085/w1080h803x0y7-52620f64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68610000/68604100/68604085/85b2f1bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68610000/68604100/68604085/270b6739.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68610000/68604100/68604085/0c2efc8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68610000/68604100/68604085/91fde7d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At The Dolphin House, unwind in style with a private dock, jacuzzi, and swimming pool overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Perfect for large groups or relaxing escapes, this home offers ample space to fish from multiple docks or simply soak up the sun on the screened-in patio. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Washer ## 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. ### Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental Spend your next vacation at "The Dolphin House," our beautiful 4 bedroom/3 bathroom home, while enjoying the Gulf of Mexico as your backyard! Pontoon Boat On-Site! Available for Rent You will enjoy daily visits from dolphins, sting rays, and the occasional manatee. The private dock is the perfect place to fish or park your boat if you choose to bring one. There is a jacuzzi, a swimming pool, two large screened in areas overlooking the water, as well as multiple private docks for boating. This house is a fully furnished home with an upstairs and downstairs living room, a pool table, and bar. The entire space can sleep up to 10 people with three king beds, one queen, and a pull-out Murphy bed. The area is perfect for kayaking, scalloping, fishing (fish poles and tackle box ready to use), and sitting by the pool, soaking up the Florida sunshine! Whether you're looking for a large space for your next scalloping trip or family get together or a more relaxing escape with nothing more on the agenda than sipping cocktails in the pool while watching the sun disappear into the Gulf, this is the perfect spot for you! \*\* This home is not suitable for those with mobility issues. The upstairs living area with kitchen is only accessible by exterior stairs. \*\*There is no interior staircase to connect the bottom rec room floor with the upper living area floor \*\*The garage is for owner use and storage only and not available to renters during stay. \*\* During Hurricane Season we encourage our guests to have traveler’s insurance ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving 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 - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72540000/72539300/72539241/fa6315f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oasis on the Gulf, screened pool, sunset, kayaks! 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Open water access ### 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 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 ### Property is also known as House ## 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%7C28.49416%2C-82.66697&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=S7rZE-rlYfBRU0M_VBLJCENeaLg=) Hernando Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Weeki Wachee Springs - 20 min drive - 18.3 km - Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 22 min drive - 16.9 km - Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 22 min drive - 15.5 km - Weeki Wachee River - 23 min drive - 17.2 km - Pine Island Beach Park - 24 min drive - 17.9 km #### Getting around - Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 70 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive - ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min drive - ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬15 min drive - ‪Red Lobster - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Relax and Play! Gulf FRONT, Private Pool, On-Site Pontoon Boat Rental located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Weekiwachee Preserve and within 9 mi (15 km) of Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Bowlero Spring Hill. Bayport Park Boat Ramp and Weeki Wachee River are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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