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The Hidden Jim River Cottage -Kayaks & Canoe

Vacation home in Weeki Wachee Gardens with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

Nestled between Weeki Wachee Springs Park and the Gulf of Mexico, Hidden Jim Cottage offers a serene retreat. Unwind in your own backyard with kayaks, fishing poles, and life vests at your disposal or explore nearby attractions like Hospital Hole and Cypress Canal.

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71100 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Hot Tub
Washer
Kitchen

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About this property

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

The Hidden Jim River Cottage -Kayaks & Canoe

The view & location are off the chain!

You’ll know you found a “hidden Jim” once you walk in and look through the sliding glass doors at the gorgeous crystal clear Weeki Wachee Springs River in your own backyard!!
The name comes from the original home owner named Jim who left a legacy for his family & you to enjoy.

This unpretentious newly remodeled cottage with 2 en suite primary bathrooms awaits you.

Completely equipped kitchen with kayaks, paddles, 5 life vests, & fishing poles for your outdoor adventures while exploring the Weeki Wachee River, the Gulf of Mexico, Hospital Hole, Cypress Canal, Jenkins Preserve and the back yard!

This house is perfectly nestled between The Weeki Wachee Springs Park & The Gulf of Mexico. It’s located directly across from the Weeki Wachee Preserve. Talk about location!

Swim, fish, boat, float on tubes or rafts in your own backyard. Or go explore by tubing, SUP, kayak, canoe hike or boat.

Grab lunch at the Upper Deck Restaurant, float down to Rogers Park, go enjoy our breathtaking sunsets by water at Bayport Pier. Also visit Pine Island Beach spend a day on the beach and have a picnic under the covered shelter, let them then enjoy a romantic sunset together.

This is a great location for getting away alone, with your sweetheart or bring the family. There’s plenty of outdoor activities for everyone.

Did we mention there are hiking trails, an array of local independent restaurants & bars and shops in the area?

If you’d like to rent a SUP, kayak or tube just order it from WeekiWacheeOutdoorCenter. They will deliver & pick up directly to your vacation home. Also if you had a great time and want a sovenior WWODC has embroidered beach towels available. They deliver with a $50/min order for purchases and 2/day min rental on water toys.

There are also local boat rental companies we are happy to refer you to. If you would like any additional services during your stay we will do our best to help accommodate them for you.
*Massage

*Additional cleaning during your stay

*Facials

*Flower delivery

The sky’s the limit with things to do here. So what are you waiting for?

Book your next vacation with us. Unplug, relax & enjoy nature today!

No moving furniture if moved $300 per furniture/Per item
No Pet property/If evidence of a pet is found there will be a $500 pet fee/Per pet
Any additional cleaning fee and or damage fee applies.

Please no check in on these holidays - Christmas Day, Easter Day , The July 4th , Thanks giving day our cleaning company has the day off. If you wish to check-in on these days the cleaning fee is double.

Property amenities

Beach

Beach loungers
Beach towels

Pool/Spa

Communal pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Books
Games
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Housekeeping (on request)

Things to do

Kayak
Water sports equipment

Safety features

No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels and store extra beds

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Remove, Inspect, reroll, & return floating island mat inside the patio. Remove, Inspect & return & all water vessels (tubes, kayaks, etc) from water & return to original location FACE DOWN.

Air Mattress: Inspect, Deflate, Pack into bag & return air mattress to original location in closet

Do NOT REMOVE SHEETS from bedroom#1 or bedroom #2. The cleaning company will spot treat (if needed) then wash them.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Smoking/ Vaping of any kind inside the house, or near doors. No Parties, No Fireworks on property.

No Pets $500./per pet Fee, No Furniture Moving $300. Fee No unregistered guests $20/pp for day/night visitors.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK. No fence blocking the water

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

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

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

About the neighborhood

Spring Hill, FL

What's nearby

Weeki Wachee River - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
Pine Island Beach Park - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
Weeki Wachee Springs - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬13 min drive
‪Weeki Pub - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hidden Jim River Cottage -Kayaks & Canoe have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Hidden Jim River Cottage -Kayaks & Canoe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hidden Jim River Cottage -Kayaks & Canoe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hidden Jim River Cottage -Kayaks & Canoe?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hidden Jim River Cottage -Kayaks & Canoe located?

Situated in Weeki Wachee Gardens, this vacation home is steps from Weeki Wachee River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and Bayport Park Boat Ramp. Bayport Park Pier and Weeki Wachee Springs are also within 6 mi (10 km).