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tropical waterfront, Hidden Gem. 5 minute kayak to the Gulf.

Escape to this tranquil retreat where you can kayak through calm waters or relax by listening to music on your private screen porch surrounded by nature's serenity.

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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Television
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 356 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

tropical waterfront, Hidden Gem. 5 minute kayak to the Gulf.

Come enjoy a quaint little town with fishing and shrimping, visit Hudson Beach, Inn On The Gulf, Sam's Beach Bar and watch the shrimp boats come in. Get Hooked and Ollie's on the beach is more local favorite restaurants or get some ice cream at Hudson Beach cream parlor and All is within a few minutes drive. Cute little Cottage with Lush Tropical Foliage so thick you would think your in a jungle. The cottage is on the water so launch the provided kayaks straight from the floating dock. just 5 minutes Kayak to the open Gulf waters. We have installed a Kayak saddle on the side of the Floating Dock for easy in and out with the Kayaks. From the moment you pull up to the home and enter through the double gate you will think that you are in a Tropical Paradise with the many Palms and plants and flowers. You have all the amenities here that you would at home AC, Heat, Pots, Pans, Utensils, Coffee Maker, Microwave, etc., Towels, Linens, W/D unit.
TV area features Internet TV. Comfortable Couch, Large Windows around 2 sides of the living room allows you to look out into the back yard with a view of the water.
Bedroom features TV, Queen bed and Bathroom features Tub/Shower combo and Tankless Water Heater(adjustable temperature to your likeness). The entire cottage is very tastefully decorated with all the comforts of home.

Screen Porch area:
From the Dinning area inside you can exit through a sliding door to the Screen Porch to relax with your coffee. This area also features a small table and 4 chairs if you enjoy eating breakfast and drinking your coffee outdoors.

Back Yard:
There is a Large Canoe and 2 Kayaks to go exploring. we also have outdoor table with Umbrella for shade.

Gulf Waters:
Boat size recommendation is medium size Bay Boat up to (21-22 ft) or small to med pontoon. Bigger boats or more than 2 ft draft is not recommended. The Canal its self is good unless an excessive low tide, then once your in the Gulf waters sometimes the Low Tide can be as low as 2 feet. if you are the Avid Fisherman we are centrally located for Deep water fishing in the Gulf or the Back Country, we have a floating dock that makes tying up a breeze. Be mindful of the location of the canal coming in and out which is marked with Small White Pipes, GPS is recommended. Our canal is located between the "Sea Pines Channel"(north) and the "Hudson Beach Channel" (south) once you go out once it is fairly easy to find.

Entertainment in the Area:
Sams Beach Bar is a fantastic place to relax and get a few drinks and some great food it is the happening place in Hudson.
Inn On The Gulf Restaurant is very popular with the locals and a great place to have seafood.
Hudson Beach 1.5 miles and an Ice Cream Parlor is a cute and Popular place to go and have a "snack".
Fishermans Shack is the local Bar just down from the cottage.

Nature Lovers and Activities:
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
Robert K Rees Memorial Park has a beach area.
SunWest Park has Beach area, ski cables, etc.,
Weeki Wachee State Park has Buccaneer Bay Water Park included and Kayak rentals (xtra fee) down the Weeki Wachee River (4 hours). Very Popular.
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks, park and walk down the streets and visit all the shops that sells the sponges and vising the Aquarium and take a boat tour that tells about the History of the Sponge Docks back in the day and while you are there Hella's Greek Restaurant is a must to eat at if you like Authentic Greek and then visit their Famous Bakery of so many different Authentic Greek Desserts.

Hudson Beach 1.6 miles
Pine Island(north in Weeki Wachee) 20 minutes
Clearwater and Ben T. Davis Beach 1 hour 5 minutes.

Property manager

Mary Roush

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable service
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Allowed Outside OR on screened porch area

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 600 sq ft (56 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

Spring Weekly Specials Free Kayaks Waterfront Canal House Hudson
Spring Weekly Specials Free Kayaks Waterfront Canal House
Spring Weekly Specials Free Kayaks Waterfront Canal Hudson
Spring Weekly Specials Free Kayaks Waterfront Canal
Spring Weekly Specials!! Free Kayaks Waterfront Canal

About the neighborhood

Map
Hudson, FL

What's nearby

  • Cow Creek - 15 min walk
  • Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point - 3 min drive
  • Hudson Beach - 4 min drive
  • Show Palace Dinner Theater - 4 min drive
  • Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Frank's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Inn on the Gulf - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Bar & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hudson Beach Ice Cream Parlor - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is tropical waterfront, Hidden Gem. 5 minute kayak to the Gulf. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at tropical waterfront, Hidden Gem. 5 minute kayak to the Gulf.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at tropical waterfront, Hidden Gem. 5 minute kayak to the Gulf.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is tropical waterfront, Hidden Gem. 5 minute kayak to the Gulf. located?

This family-friendly Hudson vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cow Creek, Hudson Beach, and Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point. Show Palace Dinner Theater is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

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tropical waterfront, Hidden Gem. 5 minute kayak to the Gulf. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
Was a great spot to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russ P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little bit of the Keys
Enjoyed our stay . Keys vibe with modern ammenities on the canal.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ASHLEY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
This was a nice quiet neighborhood and the house was very cute and clean. Would definitely recommend if your wanting a nice place to relax and enjoy your time away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kay H., Ankeny

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, cozy place.
We loved this little house. We were able to enjoy the kayaks and do a little fishing off of the dock. Great location with some good restaurants ans shopping near by.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Latoya d., Spring Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience
Great property, so relaxing and private. If you love the outdoors this is a great spot to rent. Gives a true Florida experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great couple getaway in quiet FL neighborhood
My wife and I really enjoyed the serenity and solitude this little house provided. The screen porch is fantastic and ability to use the kayaks in the channels was awesome. Great place and a great price!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Faith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
The outdoor foliage is amazing, loved it. Everything was as stated...the owner was great to work with. We enjoyed our stay! Thanks so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne A., Dallas, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy
Perfect for a couple looking for a getaway. Had everything we needed! The location on the canal was wonderful and only a short drive to Dunedin, Clearwater, and St. Pete Beach. We will definitely return and stay at this property again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Perfect quiet getaway
We had a great stay. Place was clean, bright and cute. Grocery store was not far. It was exactly what we needed... a place to relax and forget what day of the week it was.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

daniel z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
**
Nice property, clean and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Vacation
This property was so perfect. Me and my sons absolutely loved it. Fish, swin, kayak. Was so fun. Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet little hideaway to relax and get away from it all.
The property was very private and secluded in a jungle like atmosphere. Loved the landscaping with all the flowers and birds. Great access for kayak fishing in the backwaters and great restaurants for seafood. We will definitely try and come back sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd G., ORLANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, great hosts.
We loved our nostalgic trip into the past of "real Florida." It is just as pictured...so much character! If you like what you see and are looking for a one bedroom getaway, then do not be afraid to rent this house. The hosts do everything they can to communicate and make your stay terrific.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great kayaking spot!
Loved the location for kayaking. Launch attached to dock makes kayak entry/exit super easy. Clear shallow water for seeing fish and short paddle to the open Gulf. Nice secluded tropical surroundings in quiet neighborhood. Nearby seafood restaurants with reasonable prices and many parks and preserves to explore.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Charming
We loved our time at this little house. It was incredibly clean, with so many nice extras like coffee in the freezer, paper towels, and a nice assortment of coming needs. The yard and dock were so relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda R., Boca raton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great little place
My family had a great time. We thought about canceling due to the corona virus and everything being closed but we got lucky that we didn't , turned out better than I thought. Took the kayak to the ocean, rented a boat in port Richey and went to Tarpon springs .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Estelle F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet place
This was a nice home to stay at! My fiance and I enjoyed our time. The outside property needed cleaned up a little and the home on the inside was clean, minus finding dirty clothes from a child that was there before us and some dirty spots on the couch. Overall, we loved being here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant and Peaceful
I loved the quit, peacefulness of the property. Going back to the property was a very pleasant experience each evening after the rush of people and traffic in the area. It was like walking into a different world.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hudson Stay
We loved the rental. Very private, on the canal, loved kayaking, neighbors we great, one even took me out fishing on his boat. Restaurants are great. Owners are very nice and very attentive to any problems. Would definately recommend for a couple.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Myron D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ok stay
good
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosina B., Pennsylvania

Cottage on a canal...
We had a very enjoyable 6 weeks here. Mary & Walt live close by and were always available to take care of the few problems we had. Very easy to get along with this couple. Would definitely recommend renting from them. Quiet neighborhood. Easy day trip to Tampa from here so the cottage was a great home base for us.
Stayed 41 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Absolutely loved staying at this house! It was perfect for our Florida vacation!
My husband and I needed a place to stay while visiting my son in Florida. We were immediately drawn to this house and looked no further. It was everything we booked and more! When you arrive you immediately feel at home. It's very clean quiet cozy and tropical. The screened in porch is great for hanging outside as well as on the dock out back. We will definitely book this rental again. Mary and Walt, the owners, are super nice and make it a great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Paula W., Chattanooga, TN

Wonderful Cottage on the Canal
This is a really cute cottage. Very clean and well stocked with everything you will need. Mary and Walt are wonderful to rent from. They met us with the keys and made sure we had everything we needed and offered suggestions on local places to visit. The fenced in yard was perfect for our dog to explore and chase lizards. The tropical plants made it a secluded relaxing location. Highly recommend this cottage for a peaceful getaway. They have thought of everything and if there is something you need that is not there, they will get it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Willie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quaint getaway
After coming through the 'jungle' the property is relativeky small but bijou. Perfectly adequate fron the blue enamelled stove to supersoft sofa and the lovely wooden floor. The air-conditioning is a bit loud but we have yet to find any rental with quiet a/c. Ollie's is fine for food and beer on tap particularly the Belgian white, Fisherman's Shack is under new management but it is still a loud, friendly dive.If that is not your cup of tea then make a brew, grab a book or a rod and settle down on the dock for some peace and quiet. The fishing is fun right off the dock. Overall a nice place for a wee break.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger W., Clarksville, TN USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Relaxing Getaway
Just finished a week in Hudson Florida. I was apprehensive about this. Is it because of the hurricane that had just passed through the area causing a lot of flooding damage. I was originally scheduled to stay in the smaller bungalow next door, but it was not available because of this. The owner Mary offered to put me in her property next-door and it was perfect. Very clean and quiet with a gorgeous brick stone patio outback at the canal. The bed was comfortable, and I was really pleased with my stay here. Mary was wonderful to work with and checked on me a few times while I was there. I would definitely recommend the property and intend to return myself.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023