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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Weeki Wachee, FL
  • Place, Weeki Wachee River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Water Slide, Swim Mat, Kayaks! PET FRIENDLY - Retro Weeki Wachee River!

Welcome to The Red Elephant Inn – where retro flair meets waterfront fun!
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath canal-front home brings together the bold, funky charm of the 80s and 90s with the comforts of modern living. With 1,300 sq. ft. of indoor space and a massive 336 sq. ft. covered deck, there’s room for the whole crew to unwind and play.

Inside, you’ll find colorful, throwback décor that sets the mood for old-school fun—perfect for family game nights, relaxing with a drink, or simply kicking back in a space that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Outside, the real fun begins:
• Let the kids splash, swim, and slide right off the dock
• Chill on the deck with water views and good company
• Soak up the laid-back Florida vibes canal-side

Whether you’re here for nostalgia, relaxation, or just a vacation that doesn’t feel like every other one—The Red Elephant Inn delivers. Life’s too short for boring stays. Book now for a truly memorable getaway!
Pets:
We welcome up to 2 dogs.
The pet fee of $250 per stay covers up to 2 dogs.
Guests wishing to bring more than 2 dogs must contact us for prior approval and additional fees may apply.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Weeki Wachee River. You'll find features such as a water park and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Weeki Wachee River and 10 minutes by car from Weeki Wachee Springs
Water Slide, Swim Mat, Kayaks! PET FRIENDLY - Retro Weeki Wachee River! offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly Water Slide, Swim Mat, Kayaks! PET FRIENDLY - Retro Weeki Wachee River! also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,346 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

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

Rules

Pets: We welcome up to 2 dogs. The pet fee of $250 per stay covers up to 2 dogs.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: We welcome up to 2 dogs.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

211092

Water Slide, Swim Mat, Kayaks! PET FRIENDLY - Retro Weeki Wachee River! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephany S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alesha T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip was seamless from checkin to checkout. Kelly and Dave answered our questions promptly. We received a message from them daily to make sure our needs were being met. The customized Home Screen on the living room television was so helpful. We rented two water scooters and they were there and charged when we arrived. This was our second stay with this company and we are planning our third trip with them. You will NOT find a better stay in the area!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

The property was lovely, thank you Kelly for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was so clean, comfortable, and fun. We loved the easy access to kayaking the river and really enjoyed the slide!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable space to celebrate my son and daughter-in-law’s wedding. Very relaxing, lots of space to spread out. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Becky N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental with all kinds of fun things! We enjoyed the game stash and the screen in porch was amazing! We were a little disappointed in the availability and quality of the kayaks. We were a group of seven and there weren’t enough working kayaks for our group. And outdoor seating was missing. But the house served us well, hosts were very responsive to any questions or issues we had, and the location was convenient to the handful of nearby restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved our stay!! Very quiet area. Clean, inside and out. Loved the many choices of kayaks as well. We saw 5 manatees in front of the house. And several turtles. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

krystle b.

Liked: Cleanliness

The great Weeki Wachee

Wonderful house, especially if you have children. The dock was great with the slide and the Lily pad. Multiple life jackets for alol ages. The kayaks were great. We saw dolphins and manatees directly off the dock as well as every time we went out and kayaked upstream. It was nice to also have dishwasher detergent and laundry detergent supplied. They have plenty of beach towels as well. The host was extremely responsive. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah v.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best!

The dock outback was awesome, perfect location to the pretty water and the house itself was fully equipped with everything we needed! Hosts were super nice and responded to all of our needs quickly. Would definitely stay here again or maybe pick one of their other properties to try! We love weeki!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weeki Wachee First-Timers

Family of 5 staying for the very 1st time on the Weeki Wachee. What a dream! For those of you reading these comments and have never been: the Weeki Wachee is a CRYSTAL CLEAR spring-fed river that pours out into the gulf. Water temps are 70's year round.If you're looking at pics of the property, you may notice the water appears murky. That's because the house is situated on a canal outlet of the river...but all you have to do is take a short kayak trip and you'll be in beautiful waters in no time. The canal itself is fine and very swimmable. Apparently alligators are very rare, or so we were told from multiple sources.The whole vacation I was annoyingly obsessed with seeing a manatee. We trekked up and down the river but never saw one...until a manatee swam RIGHT BY OUR DOCK - on 2 separate days! Oh my goodness...might not be a big deal to the average Floridian but for a guy who grew up north, that's just nuts. We also came across lots of cool fish, turtles, and water fowl. The fish like to jump out of the water here.The house itself was very well stocked, clean, comfy, with a bunch of kayaks and too many amenities to mention. My family really appreciated the retro theme, which the owners clearly put a lot of thought and effort into. Just an amazing stay. Complaints 0.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B., Lakeland

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break long weekend

The property was great. Had a few hiccups initially but they were very quickly corrected by the owners. Family had a great time at the property. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Place

Great house on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Manatees AND Dolphins!

House was very clean and well stocked. There were plenty of kayaks for our family to use. Short paddle to the main river. Kids had a great time on the slide and the water mat. We had a manatee swim by the rental house one day and saw 4 while kayaking on the main river. 3 dolphins swam by the rental house one day, which was a very unexpected surprise. Overall this was a great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S., Dade city FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Best getaway

This place was amazing for our family. So many things to do to keep us all busy. The house had everything we needed and more. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024