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Weeki Wachee Waterfront "Fin and Tonic" Get Away with FREE Kayaks & More!

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Outdoor dining
Children’s area
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms102 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Weeki Wachee, FL
  • Place, Weeki Wachee River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pine Island Beach Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Weeki Wachee Waterfront "Fin and Tonic" Get Away with FREE Kayaks & More!

Fin and Tonic – Waterfront Retreat with Free Kayaks and Direct Access to the Weeki Wachee River and Gulf

Escape to Florida’s Nature Coast and unwind at Fin and Tonic, a peaceful waterfront getaway in Weeki Wachee, FL. Nestled along a quiet canal with direct access to the Weeki Wachee River and the Gulf of Mexico, this cozy and fully equipped home offers the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation.

Start your morning with coffee on the private dock as manatees glide by, then grab one of our free kayaks and paddle through calm waters toward Rogers Park and beyond. Spend your days exploring, fishing, or floating, and your evenings by the fire pit, dining under the stars, or relaxing on the deck as the sun sets over the canal.

The Space

This inviting home blends classic Florida charm with modern comfort. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable living area, fully equipped kitchen with coffee maker, and two comfortable bedrooms for unwinding after a day on the water. A sofa bed in a living room that boasts a door for privacy serves as the third bed.

Sleeps up to 6 guests
2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
Bed setup: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Sleeper Sofa
Free high speed Wi-Fi
Central A/C
Washer and Dryer for guest use

The spacious deck and outdoor seating area make it easy to enjoy peaceful canal views all day long. Whether you’re watching wildlife, sipping a drink, or enjoying a family meal, the outdoor space is designed for total relaxation.

Outdoor Fun

Your river adventure starts right here! Fin and Tonic includes everything you need for fun on the water:

Free use of kayaks – no rental fees, just paddle and explore!
Private dock with direct access to the Weeki Wachee River and Gulf
Fire pit for cozy nights under the stars
Outdoor dining and seating area overlooking the water
Fishing and boating access right from the dock

Bring your boat to launch at nearby Rogers Park or rent one nearby for easy access to the Gulf and the sandbars just a mile away.

Local Attractions

Fin and Tonic is perfectly located for exploring the best of Weeki Wachee, Hernando Beach, and Florida’s Adventure Coast. You’re just minutes from top attractions, beaches, and waterfront dining.

Nature & Family Fun

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park – 10 minutes: See the world-famous live mermaids, enjoy riverboat tours, and splash at Buccaneer Bay water park.

Rogers Park – 2 minutes: Family-friendly beach, boat ramp, kayak launch, and playground.

Pine Island Beach Park – 13 minutes: A beautiful 3-acre Gulf-front park perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or watching a breathtaking sunset. Enjoy picnic tables, barbecue grills, volleyball, playground, and a snack bar. Pavilions are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Weeki Wachee Preserve – 5 minutes: Over 11,000 acres of hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing trails.

Linda Pedersen Park – 4 minutes: Kayak launch, playground, picnic pavilions, showers, and a 40-foot observation tower with sweeping views.

Bayport Park – 11 minutes: Fishing pier, boat ramp, and picnic areas right on the Gulf.

SunWest Park – 22 minutes: Spring-fed lake with sandy beach, Aqua Park, and wakeboarding.

Dining & Entertainment
Just a short drive away, you’ll find plenty of great local dining and entertainment in Weeki Wachee and Hernando Beach:

The Upper Deck – popular riverside spot with live music and casual bites.

Brian’s Place – Spanish-Italian fusion and one of Hernando Beach’s most beloved fine-casual restaurants.

Silver Dolphin Restaurant – casual waterfront dining with a fresh Florida menu.

The Lazy Lizard – tiki bar with live music, local seafood, and a laid-back atmosphere.

La Bella Napoli Italian Restaurant – authentic Italian cuisine in a relaxed setting.

Matoli’s Pizza & Subs – delicious pizza and subs with free delivery.

Bayport Inn – rustic, waterfront bar/eatery with typical seafood plates, outdoor seating and live music in a laid back atmosphere.

Hernando Beach Tropical Grille – waterfront dining with Gulf views and live music.

You’ll also find nearby marinas offering boat and pontoon rentals, airboat tours, and sunset cruises, giving you endless options for water-based fun.
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 WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Weeki Wachee River and 12 minutes by car from Weeki Wachee Springs
Weeki Wachee Waterfront "Fin and Tonic" Get Away with FREE Kayaks & More! offers its guests a water park. Weeki Wachee Waterfront "Fin and Tonic" Get Away with FREE Kayaks & More! also features barbecue grills and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,092 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Set thermostat to 78
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

All guests must sign waiver prior to using kayaks, paddleboards, rope swing, or swimming.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
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.
Property Registration Number STR25-000176

Weeki Wachee Waterfront "Fin and Tonic" Get Away with FREE Kayaks & More! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 227 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed for two nights and loved it! The house is cute, right on the water, and perfect for kayaking—the kayaks were included, which was a great bonus. The hosts were super nice and helpful—would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and clean! Close to the main beach spot Rodgers park and the upper deck restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adam H., Nags Head

Liked: Cleanliness

Fin and Tonic - The River Retreat

The location of the house is perfect for visiting the area. The indoor areas, linens, and towels were clean and the screen porch was used almost exclusively during our stay. The outdoor areas are where we thought the place could use a little attention. The kayaks and paddle boards have had a lot of love! You need to be pretty fit to get them in and out of the water too. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and recommend it. We saw the mermaids at the park, slid on the slides, took an airboat tour and of course paddled and kayaked in our neighborhood and enjoyed talking with some of the neighbors. The nights were quiet and we did see dolphins and fish in clear waters of the canal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love it very nice place for a vacation

I love the location and the neighborhood that prpperty has a lot of amenities and toys to play with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend trip family of four

My family and I stayed for 3 nights and It was our first time visiting Weeki wachee Springs.The property was exactly as described and hosts were easy to get in contact with. Property was very close to the local marina and also have to add, that the property is a lot bigger than it looks in the pictures. Definitely a vacation home that we look forward to staying at again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Deidre P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little river vaca

The stay was great! The water wasn't as clear as I hoped but my kids still jumped in. They loved the swing and canoe! One negative are the floors, they are loud so once someone is up, everyone was up. The biys were looking forwarf to smores, but Florida has been a slight drought so we passed on that. Other than those items, everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise on the river

We absolutely love are trips to the river. Our hosts have gone out of their way to make sure they think of every detail. We had everything we needed. After a long day on the river, this is a great place to hang with the family. We really enjoyed the outdoor space. This was the third time we have stayed at this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

River retreat

We really enjoyed our short stay. The property is tidy and inviting. We saw Manatees, otters, and even a dolphin, all from the dock. Check in and out was easy. It was a great getaway. My 17 and 18 year old daughters loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

frank c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riverfront cottage stay

Property was very clean and in a nice location on a canal/river.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We saw tons of Manatees!! We were outside a lot so we really enjoyed the fire pit and we absolutely loved kayaking and paddle boarding!! We paddled a short distance to hospital hole and fished right off the back yard. Such a relaxing getaway. The walls are not very sound proof and you can easily hear conversations even with the doors closed… just an FYI. Not a big deal for us as we spent most of our time outside. Thank you so much for letting us stay in you home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Leslie c

Great location, manatees, right out the back door, love the screened in porch
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Trip to the Fin and Tonic

Absolutely loved our time spent at the Fin and Tonic. House was adorable, clean and well stocked. Owner responded immediately to any questions or concerns we had. Can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend Getaway

I brought my grandson and two friends, all age 14, for the weekend. We had a great time. They stayed occupied out back with the dock, kayaks, paddles boards, etc. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ms. West Virginia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Manatee dreams

My son and I traveled from WV to see the manatees. Everything was safe and secure. Wonderful quiet neighborhood. Convenient water access. We found the manatees in no time! We also saw an otter and a manatee right off the back dock. Awesome property to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nadine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the rope swing!

My kids had so much fun swimming off the dock and using the rope swing :-) the kayaks were great even though some of them had damaged handles and were difficult to load. I would definitely recommend this property for some fun and low maintenance fun :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short getaway

We had a great stay. Very clean and very well stocked. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute House

This house is adorable and a great location. It has all the water toys a family could want. (Unfortunately it was too cold to use them when we were there.) Owner Tyson did a great job remodeling after the hurricane. It even had shampoo and soap dispensers in the shower, which was great, but I couldn't get the shampoo and conditioner to work. Only reason i gave it 4 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karey F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot!

The house was just what we were looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel m.

Liked: Cleanliness

great scalloping trip

stayed three nights with my boat parked our boat at the dock at the house and went out every day on the water. fun back porch and saw manatees in the canal would stay here again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cottage on the River

This property is situated just a 2 minute paddle from Roger's Park and the Upper Deck Restaurant. The cottage was spacious, well furnished, and the outdoor space was fantastic. The whole family had a blast jumping off the dock, using the rope swing, and of course paddling the river in the provided kayaks and conoe. I definitely recommend the Fin and Tonic property if you are planning a trip to Weeki Wachee Springs, FL.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we were looking for!

The location was great and the house was perfect. We had the best time on the river. There were plenty of water toys for the kids. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weeki Wachee Fun

Excellent location! It was just a short paddle out of the canal to hit the river! We had so much fun using the amenities at this rental…the kayaks and the rope swing were a plus. We spotted some manatees in the canal. There were a lot of other things for use. We had such a great time as a family. Tyson was great to communicate with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time!

We stayed a month and had a wonderful time kayaking, golfing and walking in the Weeki Watchee Preserve. Saw probably 20+ manatees right from our chairs many spending lots of time right there feeding. Property was older but clean and well kept with everything we needed or wanted. Appliances were newer and worked well. We cook in a lot but there are lots of fun local restaurants very close by without having to go out to Hwy 19. Owner communicated well too. We would come back.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!!

Check in was super easy, we had a little troubles getting in the door- I called Tyson and he answered immediately! I’m not great with technology, so it wasn’t his fault :) The house was very nice, very comfortable, did find some poker chips in the couch from previous vacationers (we were missing some of the kids’ socks; that’s how we knew lol) not a huge deal, but something notable. Kitchen was well stocked, beds were comfortable, sheets were nice, towels were fluffy. They had body wash, soap and conditioner in the showers too. I can’t say if they were good or bad though, as we had our own to use. We used the canoe, and one of the kayaks. The water ways were fantastic!! We took the kids out daily. We saw tons of manatees, turtles, fish. We stopped out closer to the gulf and was able to beach ourselves so the kids could play in the water and look for seashells. The neighborhoods was nice, quiet and the neighbors were friendly. We did have some furnace issues (turned out to be the thermostat) but Tyson was VERY responsive, very quick to get someone over to repair it. I was very impressed with how he handled it. Obviously the situation was out of his control- stuff breaks- and he was on it. Over all, we would stay at one of Tyson’s rentals again!! You can tell he cares about the tenants and cares about the home. It was a great vacation and we are so happy we found this place!
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall M., Port Richey

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving 2023

Great place, well equipped with everything you need. Felt like home away from home. We saw manatees, odder, turtle and caught plenty of mangrove snapper for fun. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023