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Dolphins Cove | Direct Gulf Access, Heated Pool, Tiki Hut

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Consider a stay at Dolphins Cove | Direct Gulf Access, Heated Pool, Tiki Hut and take advantage of a garden, an arcade/game room, and a hot tub. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and kayaking at this vacation home. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms184 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Dolphins Cove | Direct Gulf Access, Heated Pool, Tiki Hut

  • Welcome to Dolphins Cove, a waterfront retreat in Hernando Beach North offering direct Gulf access and deep water docking. Enjoy a heated pool and hot tub, a tiki hut with smart TV, kayaks, and a fully fenced, pet-friendly yard. Inside, the home features two separate living rooms, including a game room with sleeper sofa. Sleeps up to 9 guests — ideal for boating, families, and relaxed Nature Coast getaways.

    Dolphins Cove is a 1,900+ sq ft waterfront home thoughtfully designed for families, groups, and boating guests who want both comfort and room to spread out.

    The main living area is open to the kitchen and dining space and includes a large smart TV, comfortable seating, and easy access to the pool and outdoor patio. A second bonus living space serves as a game room, complete with an arcade table, smart TV, and queen sleeper sofa — perfect for kids, teens, or additional guests.

    🛏️ Bedrooms & Bathrooms
    Primary suite with king bed and en-suite bathroom
    Guest bedroom with queen bed
    Guest bedroom with twin-over-full bunk bed

    🌴 Outdoor Waterfront Living
    Enjoy a private heated pool and hot tub, tiki hut with smart TV, floating deep-water dock with direct Gulf access, saltwater fishing light, and kayaks ready to launch. The 6-ft vinyl privacy fence provides a secure outdoor space for both pets and children.

    Whether you’re boating, swimming, grilling, or relaxing dockside, Dolphins Cove delivers authentic Nature Coast waterfront living.

    This is a non-smoking home. Smoking is permitted outdoors near the tiki hut only.
    Pets:
    We welcome up to 2 dogs.
    The pet fee of $250 per stay covers up to 2 dogs.
    Guests wishing to bring more than 2 dogs must contact us for prior approval and additional fees may apply.

    This is a non-smoking home. Smoking is permitted outdoors near the tiki hut ONLY.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,981 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets: We welcome up to 2 dogs. The pet fee of $250 per stay covers up to 2 dogs.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: We welcome up to 2 dogs.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Spring Hill, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weeki Wachee River and Weeki Wachee Springs. Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Spring Hill travel guide
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Hernando Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Weekiwachee Preserve
    Weekiwachee Preserve
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Beautiful kayaking rest stop on the Weeki Wachee River.
    Weeki Wachee River
    7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs
    Weeki Wachee Springs
    15 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Hudson Beach
    Hudson Beach
    20 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) gazes contently, outside of Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, Florida
    Three Sisters Springs
    49 min drive - 72.5 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)
    68 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    13 min drive
  • Panera Bread
    13 min drive
  • The Lazy Lizard
    5 min drive
  • Chili's Grill & Bar
  • Denny's
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphins Cove | Direct Gulf Access, Heated Pool, Tiki Hut have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Dolphins Cove | Direct Gulf Access, Heated Pool, Tiki Hut pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dolphins Cove | Direct Gulf Access, Heated Pool, Tiki Hut?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphins Cove | Direct Gulf Access, Heated Pool, Tiki Hut?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphins Cove | Direct Gulf Access, Heated Pool, Tiki Hut located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 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).

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Dolphins Cove | Direct Gulf Access, Heated Pool, Tiki Hut Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely great place to get away. Completely up-to-date home with everything you need to relax and enjoy. Located on a canal for boating and fishing in a quiet neighborhood. Hosts were very accommodating and communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026