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River Run Retreat Weeki Wachee

Riverfront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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On the Weeki Wachee River, River Run Retreat offers a unique getaway where you can relax with friends and family. Enjoy compact bedding, a fully equipped kitchen, cable TV, Wi-Fi on the balcony or unwind on the deck watching manatees and kayakers year-round.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

River Run Retreat Weeki Wachee

This charming cabin oasis is nestled in the most serene and sought-after spot along the crystal clear portion of The Weeki Wachee River! Spacious cozy & inviting space with rustic yet modern amenities; 1 bedroom w/ king bed, & 1 loft style "bedroom" w/ 2 sets of bunk beds, + fully equipped kitchen, & a bathroom on each floor. Large windows allow you to view the ever-changing beauty of the river from every room. Step outside where you can lounge by the water, kayak the river, fish, or relax.

River Run Retreat is the most up river house available to rent; it's halfway between the State Part and Rodgers park.
The water is clear and the nature is abundant.

River Run Retreat on the Weeki Wachee River, provides a once in a lifetime opportunity for those who want a unique getaway. Here you will find the perfect place to relax, see manatees, fish, swim, kayak, and visit awesome local spots including Weeki Wachee Springs State Park with a live mermaid show!

You will find our house has a rustic feel with a modern touch. There is plenty of space with compact bedding, a fully equipped kitchen (with a vita-mix blender, espresso maker, waffle maker, crockpot, and flat top griddle- perfect for pancake breakfast), cable TV, Wi-Fi, a balcony and a deck.

Being located directly on the river allows you the leisure to just hang out with friends and family & provides direct access to the river.

We love manatees. We love mermaids. We love nature.

Once we found this haven, we fell in love and just had to create a retreat to share with you and your loved ones. Please take care of the house, the river, and the wildlife, and enjoy these precious moments of downtime and while we have cable and Wi-Fi, we recommend you take this time to unplug and reconnect with each another and Mother Nature.

Relax on the deck watching the wide variety of fish, manatees and kayakers year-round. If you’re feeling adventurous, our dock provides easy access into the 72-degree water. Life jackets, kayaks and snorkel gear are provided.

Be safe, the swift 3 mile/hour current can be challenging! Always bring a life jacket and whistle while kayaking on the river; it's the law.

We promise to strive to make this the most special place and getaway for you. If there is anything we can do to enhance your stay, please let us know.

We are always making upgrades and improvements, so you have the best experience possible. I bought this house because my love for the river. Our goal is to share this experience with vacation rental community and we want you to have an awesome time, but we do have some rules that must be followed to keep this part of the river and community pristine and tranquil.

NO LARGE GATHERINGS.
NO PARTIES.
10 P.M. QUIET TIME.
NO LOUD MUSIC.
NO SCREAMING OR YELLING.
NO PARKING ON THE STREET.
3 CARS MAXIMUM IN THE DRIVEWAY.
NO GOING ON NEIGHBORS DOCK OR YARDS.
This is a small residential neighborhood and letting the residents enjoy the peace and quiet of the river is important to us. If you are planning a large gathering or party, please choose a house down river. If the neighbors call because of noise, you may be asked to leave the property. If you park in the street your car will be towed. Also do not leave on exterior flood lights as they are very bright and keep the neighbors up.

surveillance devices:
At River Run Retreat our guests privacy is a top priority. In full disclosure we do have outdoor ring cameras. 2 on the pole at the driveway. 1 facing the street and 1 facing the house. 1 ring camera is on the shed facing the kayaks. 1 ring doorbell camera is at the door facing the river. This camera will not call anyone if the button is pressed. These cameras are not monitored and are only in place for security and safety. Ring stickers are placed on windows around the property.


Thank you for considering our special hideaway.

We want to make sure you have a 5 star stay so please reach out to us if you need anything, or have any questions, before or during your stay!

Important Notice: No Pets Allowed

Please be advised that this property is strictly no pets. If a pet is found on the premises, the following actions will be taken:

If you are traveling with pets, we do have pet-friendly houses available. Please contact us for more information.

We kindly ask that you respect this policy to ensure a pleasant stay for all guests. Thank you for your understanding.


Please note, we provide a starter amount of consumables such as toilet paper, paper towels, and other basic supplies for your convenience at the start of your stay.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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

River Run Retreat on The Weeki Wachee River Spring Hill
353457

About the neighborhood

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Spring Hill, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee River - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Pine Island Beach Park - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Weeki Pub - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River Run Retreat Weeki Wachee pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Run Retreat Weeki Wachee?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Run Retreat Weeki Wachee?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Run Retreat Weeki Wachee located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Weeki Wachee River and Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. Weeki Wachee Springs is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

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Reviews

River Run Retreat Weeki Wachee Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

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Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lauren w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Couldn’t have asked for a better location. We are already talking about our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

Had a great time at such a beautiful home. We saw so much wildlife from manatees, deer, and even wild turkeys!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful places. Had an amazing

Beautiful place. Had an amazing time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelbey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house, perfect location!

We LOVED everything about the River Run Retreat and are already planning to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JON B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL WATER

ME AND MY FAMILY REALLY HAD A RELAXING STAY
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to stay!!!

Our whole family of five loved this house. Pictures do not do it justice. The house was clean and well equipped with everything we needed. The location on the river was perfect. Loved all the mermaid decor and all the outside seating. We hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neisy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really awesome weekend

Very nice place. Perfect to reconnect with the nature. I loved that place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River fun never ends

Love the house. Best in Weeki.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible home!

This was an amazing home. Everything was incredible and we really enjoyed our time. The river was perfect and the location of the home was right were we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return to River Run Retreat - a Treat!

We have stayed at RRR in the past under previous owner. We love the improvements made since our last stay: easier access to kayaks and walkway from driveway, grill location and cover, reclining couch, washer and dryer, and deck chairs. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love

Beautiful house, property has lots of wildlife visitation, perfect location on the river! Loved it and already booked again for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing as always

Everything was wonderful, can't ask for a better place to escape to.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

diana j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical house

This house is just magical with it's mermaid and manatee dec orations and its spectacular place on the river. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chantal G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun River Cabin

We had a wonderful time at River Run using the Kayaks and Paddle Board and jumping in the springs. We were traveling with family and children (4yrs and 18 months old), the bunk beds and big kitchen were perfect for our group. I recommend bringing a baby gate for their stairs if you have little ones. The beds were comfy and water pressure was great. It was easy to find and had ample parking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

We've stayed here several times and will continue to do so. Tabitha is very easy to reach and extremely helpful. The location cannot be beat and the amenities included at the property are top notch. We'll be buying this house if it ever goes up for sale!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Updated cabin on the best part of the river

We LOVED staying here. The location on the river was the best part.. but the cleanliness of the cabin, the rustic feel while being updated and having amazing appliances with a fully stocked kitchen, great bathrooms and showers, and comfortable beds. There were great TVs for watching movies after a long day. The kayaks and paddles were great too. I am an avid kayaker and loved their pelican kayaks. There is a beautiful deck where we spent a lot of our time. I loved this home and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Manatee Bucket List

What a wonderful getaway. The location is perfect. We paddled down stream to eat at Upper Deck and back. Next day paddled up stream to State park and back. Beautiful water, manatees, fish and birds. My Round Boat rental was perfect for my husband who was not enthusiastic about paddling up stream for several miles! House is perfect, will definitely return and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yashira R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you

Great stay. We saw otters, manatee, and deer. The kids enjoyed it and view was great. There was a safe place on the side for the younger kids to swim. Plenty of kayaks/boats for everyone. The king bed is a private space directly next to the loft/on the 2nd floor. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazon stay!

This is great spot for a relaxing vacation. We loved the location and the kids loved being able to swim in the river right from the dock. Highly recommend renting a boat from overnight boat rental (magnet on the fridge) to be able to see the area especially if you have kids that find the current a challenge to paddle in. My son is 12 and struggled in spots to get up the river in certain spots. The property is well maintained and was spotless. We already booked again for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

carmen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Again we had a wonderful family vacation, everything was perfect. the only thing I could suggest is maybe a ramp to put the kayak in the water, it's a little bit hard when you don't have a man around. Thank you again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always comfortable and fun

I have started at David’s place numerous times and he just continues to improves the amenities. Love the privacy that the new fence affords. The river lights set a nice mood. New grill is wonderful. Property is always well maintained and the river location is gold. I hope I have the opportunity to always stay during the summer. This year is booked but I would book out for years if capable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

The place is everything it is advertised to be and more. Fully equipped. Serene, beautiful, relaxing! We saw manatees right off our deck along with plenty of fish and a local otter came by on two different days. Everything we wanted to do and see were only a short drive away. We kayaked, rented a Jon boat, hired a charter captain to do some red fishing and went to The Weeki Watchee Springs State Park .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location on the river

We (four adults) stayed at this home for three nights and were extremely pleased. The location was the best we saw on the river. We base this on the fact that we kayaked from the house to Rogers Park. The home was as advertised and, in fact, I thought the downstairs space was larger than what it appeared to be when I looked at the pictures online. Bullet points: Kitchen – everything we needed Comfortable beds Beautiful outdoor space. Comfortable outdoor furniture Plenty of covered space to get out of the sun A bug mister system – fabulous idea Plenty of kayaks and a paddle board We saw fish, manatees, turkeys, raccoons, a river otter, deer Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023