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Waterfront Gulf retreat, Tranquil, Spectacular views, Wildlife, Kayaks, Fishing.

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

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 Gulf retreat, Tranquil, Spectacular views, Wildlife, Kayaks, Fishing.

Beautiful waterfront vacation home with modern amenities, THIS IS IT ! Located in Driftwood Isles, dead end street. Canals border 2 sides of this corner lot home on Cow Creek. Almost surrounded by water, the house sits one canal away from open gulf boasting stunning water views. Come Kayak with the local Manatees and dolphins that pass by and visit Cow creek daily.
Spacious kitchen/ living area with sliding doors leading to a large screened in porch perfect for dining or having your morning coffee
This 3 bedroom/ 2 bath home has 1 queen, 2 twins and a Master wing with a king bed, double closets and bathroom.
Full size washer and dryer provided for your needs.
Located on a large lot, this home has plenty of yard to enjoy the outdoors in privacy. Right beyond the screened in porch, enjoy the quaint picnic table area with a charcoal grill placed along the canal to enjoy the gulf breeze. Play a game of Horse shoes, Fish and kayak outdoors.

- Pets are not allowed at this property.

- This not a deep canal .We have LOW tide restrictions for boating.
At low tide we have 2 feet of water at the boat dock.

Located minutes away from beaches, beach bars and restaurants , ice-cream shops, Marina, public boat launch and many state parks including ...

HUDSON BEACH
This is a great place to bask in the sun , and take a swim.
Enjoy the view or grab a bite at Sam,s On the Beach restaurant next to it.
You can watch the most gorgeous sunsets,boardwalk,lawn swings, or the observation area above the pavilion

SUN WEST park to enjoy the beach and The Lift Adventure Park with aquatic attractions. Including the wakeboard cable park, the Aqua Park with floating obstacle course and paddlesport/ kayak rentals.

WEEKI WACHEE state park where you can watch the World famous mermaids swim and enjoy river boat rides or visit the Buccaneer Bay Water park

TARPON SPRINGS SPONGE DOCKS known for Sponge Docks, Greek Restaurants and Bakeries, Natural Sponges, Sponge Diving, Sightseeing Cruises, Unique Greek and Florida Souvenirs, lots of Shopping, Sightseeing and Live Entertainment.

HONEYMOON Island state park
A 385-acre park natural beach with that fine-grained white sand.
Fishing, shelling, bicycling and
hiking trails through pine flatwoods.
Lots of parking space with well tended restrooms plus a café.

CLEARWATER BEACH
Laid back Clearwater beach known for its namesake starch of soft white sand,
Jet skiing, parasailing, and stand up paddleboarding in its calm waters.
Come sunset, Pier 60 hosts a nightly
Festival with street performers and craft vendors.

Property manager

Rick Silva

Languages

English, Portuguese

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Kayak on site
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 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

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Hudson, FL

What's nearby

  • Cow Creek - 4 min walk
  • Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point - 4 min drive
  • Hudson Beach - 5 min drive
  • Show Palace Dinner Theater - 6 min drive
  • Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Inn on the Gulf - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Bar & Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hudson Beach Ice Cream Parlor - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Gulf retreat, Tranquil, Spectacular views, Wildlife, Kayaks, Fishing. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Gulf retreat, Tranquil, Spectacular views, Wildlife, Kayaks, Fishing.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Gulf retreat, Tranquil, Spectacular views, Wildlife, Kayaks, Fishing.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Gulf retreat, Tranquil, Spectacular views, Wildlife, Kayaks, Fishing. located?

This family-friendly Hudson vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cow Creek and Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point. Hudson Beach is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Waterfront Gulf retreat, Tranquil, Spectacular views, Wildlife, Kayaks, Fishing. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 123 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CATHY C.

Liked: Cleanliness
better than expected
it was great, very relaxing. would stay at this place again and highly recommend it to everyone. The property owner gives you his phone number for questions or concerns. Great place for our family re union..
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorma C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
It was amazing here. The house was beautiful And we got to see dolphins every day. Tye host was great with giving ideas of things to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George O.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of summer getaway
We had an amazing stay. We enjoy all the amenities offered. The fishing was good. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Thank you. We will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie H., Lutz, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip!
It was amazing and perfect for our girls trip! The sunrise over the water was so beautiful, and taking the kayaks out was so much fun!! Was plenty of room for all of us and the house was cute. Only thing I would suggest is maybe a fan on the patio and bit more lighting, it’s get a bit dark. Also loved that it was close to restaurants and even a real good ice cream place! Thank you for letting us stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable
Very comfortable and roomie
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay, as always
Easy check in and out. Probably my 4th or 5th time staying here. Good local restaurants (try Roscoe's). Host always has the place clean and ready.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
2week stay
Had a great time and very relaxing The home was clean and updated Rick is a good host
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time
We had such a wonderful time to stay at this beautiful quiet place . Clean and nice house, beautiful property . We saw lots of birds. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!
We really enjoyed our stay and will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hudson heaven!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Hudson. The house was beautiful...tastefully decorated and so clean. All the amenities were there, all in perfect condition.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

pamela s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Canal
We enjoyed this wonderful canal property. We fished everyday red fish, small stingray, blue crab the dolphins were chasing fish into the canal. We used the kayaks and we enjoyed watching all of the different birds that would stop by the property. The sunsets are beautiful. Thank you for sharing this lovely property!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
This was our 3rd stay and once again, everything was perfect when we arrived. Home is always very clean and welcoming. It is our absolute favorite place to go when we’re looking for some peace and the soothing sounds of nature. Already looking forward to “Next time…”
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterfront Oasis
We had a fantastic visit at this waterfront home. It was absolutely beautiful. The home was extremely clean and had everything we needed. It is located very close to restaurants and activities around Hudson. We are already trying to decide when to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We love this house, the water and kayaking and a great neighbor, Carl. This is our second time, and we will definitely be back again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Hudson Florida 2024
The property is outstanding this was our second stay here and I would highly recommend it very clean beautiful location very private.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B., Orchard Park, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it here
This was our second visit and we will be back. Love that it is waterfront, quiet, lots of birds, and fish. Rick is a great host
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary nickname Betsy S., Syracuse, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Sun, Fresh Air, Comfort and Relaxation
This property was perfect for us. Water views, sunsets, comfortable furniture and the king bed had a good mattress. We have been to Hudson many times (have family who live nearby) and this house was one of the nicest. We love to sit in a screen porch and read and relax and this one was perfect. From one side we could see the gulf and sunset. from the other we could see Cow's Creek. Also had good birdwatching. Even saw an eagle.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunrise...sunset
So impressed with this rental....very clean, beautifully decorated and well equipped. A perfect location to watch the sun come up in the morning and the sun go down over the Gulf at night. Our host Rick was amazing. The picture on goggle earth was taken in 2019 and does not show what the owner has done to the property since that time. Would definitely recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation getaway
The location is near to trails and close to restaurants. Kayak in the channel & you encounter turtles, pelicans, dolphin and an occasional manatee. Amazing!!! House is nicely appointed, clean, comfortable. Rick is responsive and definitely a premier host. Thanx so much for a relaxing, enjoyable stay. Definitely on our return list. :-)
Stayed 54 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterfront
great waterfront location, relaxing. Enjoyed the outside area by the water and the kayaks. House is very clean and has everything you need. My daughter worked from "home" with no problems. Would stay here again.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home, subject to flooding
We were impressed with the home, its cleanliness and furnishings. Very comfortable for 4 adults. Local restaurants were average; the Hudson Brewery had an amazing selection of local craft beers. However, due to an extended rainstorm and high tide, the entire VRBO property was flooded about 12” on our last morning. This is a very low-lying area. It was unsettling watching the water rise up the front steps at 5 am, but with an inch to go, outgoing tide, and rain ending, the waters began to recede. I wish the owner had called us rather than emailed us the night before, informing us of the potential for flooding in the area. We did not get the email until much later, after the event.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first VRBO stay and this experience has set the bar very high. Property Manager was extremely responsive. The property was amazing. So clean and all the amenities you need to make you feel like you are home away from home. Beds are comfortable and plenty of blankets. Wildlife was great. All kinds of birds. We say Manatees daily and even experienced a couple dolphins go in and out of the canal. Can't say enough about this beautiful oasis.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful retreat
Everything was exactly as expected & then some. This is a beautiful home, well thought out. There wasn't anything we wished we had. The sunrises were absolutely beautiful. There was so much life all around us, dolphins, manatee, pelicans & heron along with some cute playful squirrels.. Not to mention good fishing. We were there 30 minutes & my son caught a 4 foot gar! We also caught needle fish, flounder & lizard fish. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing With Friends
Always enjoy staying here. Mr Silva replies quickly to questions etc. The house is always immaculate.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay.
Check in process was seamless and easy, we really liked how clean and organized the property was. Everything was as advertised and we will be back next year. No more new port richey hotels for us, we are spoiled now by this place. Kayaks and life jackets were a nice touch also. You can tell the owner takes great pride in the property, great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023