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10 out of 10

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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Hernando Beach, FL
  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens
    6 min drive
  • Show Palace Dinner Theater
    10 min drive
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
    13 min drive

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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.

Gulffront Serenity: Your Secluded Retreat for Water Adventures and Breathtaking Sunsets!

Feel the breeze off the gulf while watching a beautiful sunset in your secluded retreat in one of the last Old Florida small towns. This property sits on over an acre of land with 600' of waterfront directly on the Gulf of Mexico. The home has a cozy beach house feel with fun coastal décor. You will experience outdoor living at its best with a covered upstairs porch off of the living room and 2,000 sq ft of covered entertaining space downstairs. Search Youtube for Osowaw Oasis to view our video

Inside Space:
This home was completely remodeled and updated in 2022. It can comfortably sleep 8 people with the following accommodations:
Master Bedroom- King Size Bed
Guest Room 1 (upstairs)- Two Queen Size Beds
Guest Room 2 (downstairs)- Queen Size Bed
Living Room- Queen Size Pull Out Sofa
4 Smart TVs! Including one in each bedroom! Cast from your phone or log-in to your favorite streaming Aps.
Cards and board games.
Dog friendly (max 2). Sorry no cats as Mama is very allergic.
Smoke free home.

Tell Me About The Outside:
This property is equipped for excitement and relaxing with several comfortable sitting and hanging out areas. There is a large 50’ Smart TV under the large pavilion pole barn. You will also find a stainless steel gas grill with a side burner. For fun there are 4 single adult kayaks and 1 triple canoe. Cornhole is also available.
Have a boat? Bring it, there is a floating dock to tie up to. Boating is great in this area for scalloping, fishing, hanging out at the Hernando Beach Flats and cruising around. If you get hot you can make your way up the Weeki Wachee River, just a couple channels North.
Like to fish? You can do so right off the dock. You will see mullet jumping in the mornings and we have also seen sheepshead and seasonally snook. It is also likely you will see manatees, dolphins, turtles and all kinds of birds.
You are welcome to use kayaks and canoe at your own risk. Life jackets and paddles are available.
The yard is partially fenced in around the house to secure in furry friends. Please be aware that there is no fence along the water.
What about parking?:
There is plenty of room for parking cars, boat trailers and even an RV or two. There is a long asphalt driveway that circles at the house and can hold at least 8 cars. There is also a large grass area that can be used for parking.

Fire Pit: There is a large fire pit on the property.
Events and Gatherings: You will find that this is a very unique property that has a lot of outside space for entertaining. If you are interested in hosting a small event or family gathering please message us for details and pricing.
RV Hook-ups: Do you have an RV or friends with an RV that want to join you? We are working on setting up an area with water and electric hook ups. Please message us to find out more about availability and pricing.

Guests have access to the entire home and property.

Host are available by phone and in person if needed.

Who Owns This Place?:
We purchased this home as a family retreat and possible retirement home in the future. We love exploring new places and meeting new friends. We work and live full time in Tampa but we enjoy our escapes to this peaceful and beautiful Osowaw Oasis and we hope you do too.

Location Location Location- Hernando Beach it is close to many popular tourist destinations including, just to the North, the majestic Weeki Wachee River where you can bring or rent kayaks or a small boat. Roger's Park has a public beach area, boat ramp and playground. Pine Island has a small public beach where the locals like to hang. Buccaneer Bay is the world famous home of the mermaids and water park. In the other direction, just to the South, you will find the increasingly popular SunWest Park with water sports and a water playground for kids and adults.

There is plenty of room for parking cars, boat trailers and even an RV or two. There is a long asphalt driveway that circles at the house and can hold at least 8 cars. There is also a large grass area that can be used for parking.

Bonus Features You Might Appreciate:
Blackout curtains in all the bedrooms!
Propane grill in the backyard available for use. Propane is available at the local Walmart, should the bottle be empty.
Lastly, there is a pack-and-play for a little one.

Things to Do:
There are many things available close by like fishing, boating, sailing, sightseeing, antiquing, golfing, flea market hunting, horseback riding, nature hiking, kayaking, water skiing, swimming, shelling, gambling on the Sun Cruise Casino Boat and more.
Local Attractions:
Bay Port Pier & Boat Ramp, Roger’s Park, Weeki Wachee Marina & Boat Rentals, The Kayak Shack, Linda Pedersen Park, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Buccaneer Bay Water Park, Pine Island Beach Park, Sun West Park, Heather Golf Club, Oak Hills Golf Club.
Other popular attractions within 2 hours drive time include: Clearwater Beaches, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Disney World, SeaWorld, Universal Studios, Magic Kingdom, Epcot Center, and the Kennedy Space Center.
Small gatherings or events may be allowed with host pre-approval. Please message us for details and pricing.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Nature Coast Botanical Gardens. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • 11 minutes by car from Weeki Wachee Springs and 6 minutes from Nature Coast Botanical Gardens
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Kelly Winterling

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1399 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Gulffront Serenity: Your Secluded Retreat for Water Adventures and Breathtaking Sunsets! Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy V., Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic View!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Getaway
Excellent! Beautiful property, well appointed. Oustanding hosts.We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brock W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place and great hosts
Fantastic propertty
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super duper duper awesome
9 year old describing it Super duper duper awesome! House was great for 2 families of four with kids in the double queen room. Place had all kinds of stuff to do and use, great outdoor setup. Amazing view and sunsets. Great spot for beginner kayakers, bring water shoes for getting in and out. Bottom suite you do have to go outside to access from main area. Hosts had fantastic communication and were very helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gulf Coast Fun for All Ages
The house was beautiful inside and out with lots of amenities and wonderful hosts. Every day was filled with excitement. We went kayaking, canoeing and fishing on the gulf. Loved eating fresh fish caught right off the dock. We spent a day explored the many beaches nearby. Enjoyed our visit to Tarpon Springs shopping, dining and exploring the Sponge Docks. We went to the mermaid show and also took the private boat tour thru the Weeki Wachee Spring enjoying boating, swimming and watching the manatees. Some of our crew even braved spending another day exploring the springs on their own. Every night we watched the most beautiful sunset. A great time was had by all
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyson C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location and Sunsets!
We had the pleasure of spending a long weekend at Osowaw Oasis and it was fantastic. First off the hosts, Kelly and Dave, were extremely helpful and prompt in answering my questions about the property and surrounding area. The house and overall property were perfect. Tons of outdoor space with great toys (Kayaks, canoe, fishing gear, cornhole, foosball, firepit, outdoor shower etc.) with a huge covered pavilion (with a TV) to provide plenty of shade. The house is right on the gulf and provided some of the most beautiful sunsets I've ever seen. The home was cozy and well appointed with all you would need for your stay. Beds were cozy and the back porch provided the perfect view of the breathtaking sunsets prefect for enjoying a cocktail or beverage of choice while relaxing and watching the wildlife. We had a pod of manatee right off the dock playing on several nights and kayaking a little into the gulf we got to interact with several dolphin. Best time to go is mid/late evening. Also plenty of birds roosting among the tall pine trees. If you are looking for a place to stay in the Weekie Wachee / Springhill area you must check out Osowaw Oasis. It will not disappoint!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property!! Highly recommend!!
Stunning sunsets, great property layout, super convenient, yet peaceful location, very clean, well-appointed home, tastefully decorated, comfortable beds and linens, awesome host!! We had a wonderful experience at this beautiful property! Our host, Dave, was very helpful and responsive; made great recommendations for fishing charter, river boating, beaches, restaurants, local amenities... Great location: Publix and Walmart less than 10 minutes away. Weeki Wachee attractions, river kayaking, bait shop, fishing charter, cute beach shop, public pickleball courts, less than 20 minutes away. Awesome family beach- Pine Island, less than 30 minutes away. The traffic in the area was surprisingly pleasant! Easy to get to local amenities. We visited Clearwater Beach on a weekday. The drive was easy and we only encountered traffic as we got closer to the bridge. Which is normal. We LOVED this property!! Had fun watching the outdoor TV and playing foosball while grilling the fish that we caught for dinner! Snook, red drum, sea trout- the fishing was awesome in April! Tarpon are coming in May! Excellent grill/outdoor entertainment area! Large tables seat the whole family. Plus extra fridge in the laundry room area on the ground floor very convenient! Nice fishing poles, cast net to use. LOVED the dock + beach area! Both were great for launching the kayaks. LOVED kayaking amongst the mangroves with full sunset view of the Gulf of Mexico! LOVED the fire pit! Will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary W., Fitchburg, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect spot!
This property was absolutely gorgeous. We stayed the month of March 2024 for a break from Wisconsin winter. As a long term rental we can say the beds were comfortable! The home is nicely maintained & decorated. Every day we spent out time watching wildlife! Many species of birds, dolphins and even an alligator! Most enjoyable were the magnificent sunsets! The area is convenient to stores, restaurants and breweries. We found every thing we needed & more. Dave & Kelly were wonderful hosts. We are planning our trip for next year!
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family get away location
This home was the perfect, serene spot for our family and dogs; even despite the unfavorable weather. The scenery is magnificent. The grounds and views made the weather a second thought. The owners are extremely attentive and personable. Perfect for dogs and water sport frolicking. We will return for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home - great location
Loved our time here! The home was set up wonderfully and is at a gorgeous location! All the little things were thought of, including a balloon for my husband's 50th birthday! Very thoughtful hosts and we had the best time! Definitely will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private, gulf-access paradise!
The property is very unique and private. The home is stocked with whatever your family may need for a week of outdoor, boating adventures. We really enjoyed using the kayaks to explore their water weighs around the property and saw manatees, dolphin, and sea turtles. The home is in great shape, and the mattresses were very comfortable. We definitely hope to return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Hill
Fantastic place. If you want a quiet place in nature to relax after a day at Weeki Wachi, this is the place. Had a nice breeze off the gulf overlooking beautiful and relaxing scenery. One of the days we never left, kayaked and swam in the water and had a nice bonfire that night. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Osowaw Oasis
The stay was excellent from the beginning. Our family enjoyed the views and hospitality from the owners and will be looking into staying at more of their properties. Kelly and David made us feel welcomed and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with our stay. This property is one of pure bliss and worked well for our large family and pups.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

marguerite v.

Liked: Cleanliness
A paradise
Great for relaxing and fishing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay B., Canton, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Not your typical Florida vacation. (Better)
This property is amazing. Although inside the home was really nice we spent very little time inside. We spent most of our time sitting on the dock, under the pavilion and on the upper porch. We also kayaked and fished several hours each day. The sunsets EVERY night were indescribable. The hosts checked on us several times just to make sure everything was perfect. Which it was. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home and lots of fun!
The owners have taken extra care to insure everything about your stay is perfect! It is extremely clean, beautiful sunsets and location. Great fun canoeing and playing games. It is a terrific stay for a couple or family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
This place is amazing. Such a beautiful home and property. We loved how much room we had, no other houses right next to us. Water literally surrounds most of the property. We enjoyed awesome sunsets, beautiful views, lots of nature. Had a few visitors including a turkey, some humming birds, and a young Anhinga by the dock our son got to pet. The grandkids had a blast swimming, kayaking and fishing with Papa. The fishing was slow, but as my husband says "That's Fishing" I think everyone caught a sheephead, few mangrove snapper, and a couple catfish. This was the perfect setup for our family, could not have been more relaxing. Dave and Kelly were wonderful host, very attentive. Dave even reached out to let me know he was going to be in town a few days if we needed any thing. Overall a wonderful trip, just wish we could have stayed longer!! Will definitely be back! I highly recommend this home, and the host for your family!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax and enjoy the Beautiful Sunsets
We really enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful time exploring the area. There are great restaurants and our dog loved her daily walks at a nearby Preserve. We saw manatees and dolphins right off the dock. We will really miss the sunsets. Our hosts were the best!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B., Saginaw, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Gulf Retreat!
Our family stayed at Dave and Kelly’s fabulous home in Aripeka! It’s a great location with great bird watching, dolphins and fishing right in your front yard! Kayaking in the back waters is so fun as well!! Great location if you’re bringing your dog along as the yard is fenced and it’s set up for your four legged family member. You will definitely enjoy this home!! Dave and Kelly are great hosts as well, very responsive and so nice!
Stayed 45 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Getaway at the Osowaw Oasis
Kelly and Dave are the best hosts! I believe they have thought of everything. They have created an experience, a true getaway that has everything in the middle of nature. The house was warm and cozy for our family Christmas time. The outdoor area is incredible with lots of room for the kids and dog to run and play. We caught lots of fish and went kayaking. Family meals on the huge covered patio, The most amazing sunsets from the deck. We loved this place and did not want to leave. Hopefully we can go back sometime. Duane
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Perfect little getaway. We enjoyed every aspect of the place. We fished and in the backyard catching nice large red drum while my husband and friend enjoyed beers and sunset. Took the kayaks and canoes out to enjoy playful dolphins. Local stone crabs store that is less then 5 mins away. Grocery and bait shops are also close by and convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022