Title: Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=78344725&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks Waterfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks ![Outdoor dining - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78344800/78344725/aa4436c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/80a9c606-a96b-42b8-afab-f2e72537def6-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Interior - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78344800/78344725/w2035h1365x0y0-1db7ac01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78344800/78344725/fb482662.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78344800/78344725/4b56daee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Apollo Beach, The Gray Dolphin at Casa de Kingston offers a haven for unforgettable memories. With its private lanai and heated salt-water swimming pool, guests can soak up the sun or dock their boat in the slip with canal access. Explore Tampa Bay's best fishing spots on two kayaks or bikes provided during your stay. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101881 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks Discover waterfront living at The Gray Dolphin—a private canal-front escape in Apollo Beach with a heated saltwater pool, private dock, complimentary kayaks and bikes, and outdoor dining. Perfect for families, couples, or friends who want water access and quick drives to Tampa Bay and Gulf Coast beaches. A. Top features: 1\. Heated saltwater pool with tanning shelf for kids and lounging 2\. Private boat dock with direct canal access—bring a boat or rent nearby 3\. Two kayaks and two beach-cruiser bikes included 4\. Covered lanai with gas grill, outdoor dining and total privacy from neighbors 5\. Modern kitchen, smart TVs, fast Wi‑Fi, washer/dryer, driveway parking B. Sleeping & layout: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms — sleeps up to 8 comfortably Family-friendly layout with room for relaxing, dining and entertaining C. Nearby highlights (drive times): Apollo Beach Nature Preserve: 5 minutes Bahia Beach (Ruskin): 15 minutes St. Pete Beach: 50 minutes Clearwater Beach: \~1 hour Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: 45 minutes Tampa Riverwalk / Amalie Arena: 40 minutes D. Why guests love it: Private waterfront views, dock access, and a heated pool make this a true Florida retreat—close enough to beaches, parks and Tampa attractions for day trips but peaceful enough to unplug at the lanai. Book The Gray Dolphin for a waterfront stay with boating, kayaking and sunset poolside evenings. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Gas grill - Lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - No elevator (single-level property) - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Bicycle rentals nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,881 square feet ## Similar properties ![Microwave, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108936300/108936260/dde6f179.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tampa Bay Large Vacation Home Ruskin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=108936260&PinnedHotelID=108936260&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93540000/93532500/93532418/3396638c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### < 2 Mi to Beach & Marina: Bright Ruskin Retreat! Ruskin - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=93532418&PinnedHotelID=93532418&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### 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 ### Rules Strictly no parties and no events allowed. This is a residential neighborhood. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) Note from host: All pets subject to approval by owner. ### 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 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, a first aid kit, 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 ## 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%7C27.77130%2C-82.41407&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RCnd0Fhf9rnccpunNWeZTflPnis=) Apollo Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Apollo Beach Dog Park \- 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Port of Tampa \- 24 min drive \- 30.9 km - Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa \- 25 min drive \- 34.4 km - Raymond James Stadium \- 31 min drive \- 40.2 km - Busch Gardens Tampa Bay \- 35 min drive \- 38.3 km #### Getting around - Tampa Union Station - 27 min drive - Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Planet Smoothie - ‬5 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min drive - ‪Finn’s Dockside Bar And Grill - ‬5 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive - ‪First Watch - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks have a pool? ### Is Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks? ### What time is check-out at Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks? ### Where is Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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