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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Beach
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hudson, FL
  • Place, Hudson Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Florida
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hudson

Located in Hudson Beach Estates within 2 miles (3 km) of Hudson Beach, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Hudson Beach - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 17 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • University of South Florida - 56 min drive - 42.1 miles
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 58 min drive - 45.4 miles
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 59 min drive - 44.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bobkatz Bar Ui - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nikos New York Diner - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront-canal/w/Gulf view-pets welcome-private dock for a fee.

Mermaid House took a hit from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. As a result we have new furniture and appliances throughout. The property is better than ever.

NOTE: Not a long term Rental. Stays of more than 30 days or 1 calendar month can be arranged but must be arranged with the Property Manager. Please use "Ask Manager a question" on this page for stays longer than cited above.

Spacious living, dining & kitchen area. There is a 60” TV in living room. Master bedroom has a TV. Both have Roku, Netflix and local Spectrum channels (Internet TV). Have High speed internet. Master bedroom has a King-sized bed. 2nd bedroom has a queen-sized bed. There is a laundry with full sized washer and dryer.

Large comfortable deck with gazebo and dock. There is plenty of seating for friends and family.

There is a dock available for your boat for an extra charge of $7.00/day to a maximum of $140/stay.

Located near some great Gulf Beaches including Caladesi Island which has been ranked as the #1 beach in America. Also, nearby Sun West Park is a spring fed lake and activity center with a great beach and lots of recreational opportunities.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outside only. $100 cleanup fee if inside house.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pet Fee = $7.00/day to a maximum of $150.00 for stays over 3 weeks plus FL sales & tourism tax. Billed separately
No rentals beyond 30 days, longer stays must be approved.
Dock Usage Fee = $7.00/day to a maximum of $150.00 for stays over 3 weeks plus FL sales & tourism tax. Billed separately

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Rate - $7/day fee + tax to a max of $154/stay.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: No fence on property or seawall.

Events

No events allowed
Discuss with manager, additional charges may apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only. $100 cleanup fee if inside house.

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
Note from host: Discuss with manager, additional charges may apply
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 1684063

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Note from host: Discuss with manager, additional charges may apply
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Hudson Beach Estates, close to Hudson Beach, Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park, and Gulf View Square. You'll also find Cow Creek and Beacon Woods Golf Course within a short drive.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is about 28.3 mi away.

Waterfront-canal/w/Gulf view-pets welcome-private dock for a fee. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bettye G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a good stay at the mermaid house. It was very nice and it was comfortable. It needs a new can opener in the kitchen would be the only thing that was really lacking. I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W., Elwood, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second time staying here & love it. It so nice to set in the shade & watch all the boats go by. The host & house cleaner were very understanding & helpful when we were late leaving because I had to take my husband to the emergency room.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully set property.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication with the host was excellent. Easy check in and house was clean, well stocked, comfortable and well located. We loved sitting by the water and watching the fish jump, the sound of the birds and even had a dolphin swim by. Would love to stay at the house again. We stayed for the month of February 2026 and would like to do 6 weeks next time.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The hosts were extremely helpful with any questions that we had. The amenities were wonderful and they provided us with everything we could possibly need.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was great. Being on the canal sure added to the appeal. The house was quite accommodating. We were happy to have our dog also.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was welcoming and answered questions immediately. The place was beautiful and cozy. Nothing more relaxing than a warm sea breeze and canal front on two sides of the home. Location was perfect; not far from Mom. Enjoyed sunsets every night!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay here was great. The hosts were extremely responsive and concerned that everything was up to or better than our expectations. The location was great and we thoroughly enjoyed the nearby restaurants.
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W., brooksville

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd time staying tis season and will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

brett h.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

We had such a nice time and the house is gorgeous! The neighborhood is friendly and we love all the "old Florida" ambience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

Liked: Cleanliness
:-) We had a excellent time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W., brooksville

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint waterfront getaway

Great property with easy Gulf access. Will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome all the Way Around

Whether we were sitting outside enjoying the view or sitting inside watching something on Netflix, we were relaxing. Loved the openness of the main living area. I could prepare a meal while still be included in the conversation. Communication with our hosts was always handled in a timely fashion. I do miss my bird friends. They gave me the opportunity to capture some nest photos.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah C.

Beautiful house
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda C., West Central Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable stay

The property was very clean and comfortable. The location was convenient and the neighborhood was friendly. The outdoor area was awesome. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mermaid house stay!

Nice location for fishing! Beautiful house, great accommodations! Hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beauty in the water

We loved staying at the mermaid house. In the morning we sat on the blue bar stools reading our Bible. Every morning there was an egret, great Blue heron, and an anhingha. The fish were jumping, too. The place was very comfortable and well equipped. The owners were very responsive to questions. Couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Water living at its finest!

Thank you so much! We can’t say enough how much we enjoyed our stay at this property! I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

arthur w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

I didn't feel well during the entire stay,unfortunately. In fact ,we left early.We didn't get the chance to enjoy this great property. Hopefully we will get another chance in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding trip

We were in town for a wedding. Great location, convenient to everything. Didn't get to enjoy all of the amenities of the house due to weather and time constraints, but hope to stay here again in the future. Communication with management was excellent. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous veiw

My husband and I enjoyed our stay, very quite neighborhood. The canals and the sunset view is beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Freida R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home and location

Lovely house. Very comfortable and well stocked. Really enjoyed the swim spa. I'm recovering from a broken shoulder and shattered patella and bought some foam water weights to do PT in the spa. So much more fun in the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rex B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mermaid House Hudson

We thoroughly enjoyed our second stay here. The home was comfortable, clean, and well provisioned. We enjoyed the spa after our daily boating adventures. Thanks again Don
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation 2024

3rd time teturn renter..... We had a great time relaxing and enjoying the prace and quietness of this location. Had a wonderful time scalloping but fishing was poor this trip. Until next year..
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024