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A two-story house with a balcony, a dock, and a swimming pool.
A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a white fence, palm trees, and a white building in the background.
A room with a desk, two monitors, a chair, and a glass table with a candle and flowers.
A hallway with a double door, a small cabinet, and a patterned chair.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Hernando Beach, FL
  • Place, Weekiwachee Preserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeki Wachee Springs
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Spring Hill

Located in Spring Hill, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Weekiwachee Preserve and Nature Coast Botanical Gardens. .This family-friendly vacation home is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Weeki Wachee Springs and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Bowlero Spring Hill.

What's nearby

  • Weekiwachee Preserve - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Weeki Wachee River - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 15 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Hudson Beach - 21 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 50 min drive - 45.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Blue Heron- Waterfront-Gulf Access-Dock-Pool-Kayaks

Welcome to The Blue Heron
Your Gulf Coast getaway, where adventure meets the art of doing nothing at all.

Welcome to The Blue Heron, a waterfront retreat where salty breezes, sun-soaked adventures, and laid-back Florida living come together. Whether you're craving days on the water or peaceful moments with a view, this is your place to slow down, reconnect, and make memories that linger long after the tan fades.

Make a splash! Bring your own boat and tie up at our 36-foot dock, featuring both permanent and floating sections. Prefer to explore at a gentler pace? Grab one—or all four—of our house kayaks and meander through the hidden canals. For a true Gulf Coast adventure, book a local charter to scallop, fish, or cruise the water as dolphins dance through a spectacular sunset.

When it's time to come ashore, the fun continues. Fire up the gas grill, gather around the spacious outdoor dining table, and challenge your crew to a friendly game of Corn Hole or Giant Jenga on the shaded patio. Looking for a quieter kind of happy hour? Curl up on the wraparound porch, relax in the screened verandah, or head upstairs to the balcony and let the coastal views work their magic.

Inside, sunshine and comfort take center stage. Our bright, open home features three inviting bedrooms and two modern bathrooms, with a king bed, queen bed, two double beds, and a sofa bed. There's comfortable sleeping space for eight guests, with room for up to ten when the sofa bed is in use. Whether you're gathering with family or sharing a getaway with friends, there's room to spread out, settle in, and feel right at home.

At The Blue Heron, the days are yours to fill however you please. Chase adventure, savor the sunshine, linger over dinner, or simply listen to the gentle rhythm of the water. This is Florida's Gulf Coast at its most inviting.

A Few Helpful House Notes
A peaceful retreat, not an event venue
The Blue Heron is intended for relaxing getaways and quality time together. In accordance with county regulations and community guidelines, parties and events of any kind are not permitted. Thank you for helping us preserve the peaceful atmosphere of our waterfront community.

Your privacy matters
Your privacy is a priority. Our discreet groundskeeper may access the property when necessary for essential upkeep, such as lawn care or maintenance. They will respect your space and will not initiate direct contact with guests.

Outdoor security
For the safety of our guests and the property, outdoor security cameras are in place. They are intended solely as a safety measure, and we ask that all guests leave the security equipment undisturbed throughout their stay.

A quick note about your guest count
When making your reservation, please include every guest in your total, including little ones. Children under two stay free, but we still ask that they be included in your guest count.

We're delighted you're considering The Blue Heron for your next getaway. Pack your sense of adventure, bring your favorite people, and get ready for a little Gulf Coast magic. We can't wait to welcome you!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Some LED lighting used

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

Rules

Please include every guest, little ones too! Children under 2 stay free. We can’t wait to welcome you to The Blue Heron!
We love celebrations—but PLEASE NOTE, Blue Heron is NOT AVAILBLE for private parties or event bookings.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: not "child proofed"

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

The Blue Heron- Waterfront-Gulf Access-Dock-Pool-Kayaks Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful stay, we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the relaxing, peace and quiet that allowed my husband and I to unwind from our hectic work schedules. We enjoyed swimming in their pool and adventuring with kyaks to the Gulf. The owners were so helpful and available to answer any questions we had. It was a marvelous experience and can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Clean - Delightful and was a treat to stay at this location - Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip! Grandma, Mama and two young adult girls. Everything expected and more!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful home. Spacious and beautiful. Our favorite part was the kayaks. Went out almost everyday and enjoyed 2 evenings of glorious sunsets. Host was very responsive to messages. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience

I was really peaceful experience , really nice place to enjoy with family, house is really nice and great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Loved the area and convenience to restaurants and stores. Plenty of room. Very well kept.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, very nice! Enjoyed kayaking in the canal, and enjoyed the pool. Lynn is very sweet and always available if needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Amazing house. Plenty of room for the family. Great location. You can fish from the dock and spend the evening at the pool while grilling.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday getaway

Getaway with loved ones! Beautiful home on the water with a pool! I would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great outdoor area

We had a great time hanging by the pool, only thing maybe needs a fan or TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the house was nice and accommodating.Lane always answered my questions in a timely manner.However, there was only one television, which I did not realize. There was no outdoor seating on the upper deck. And to access the back yard, pool, and canal we had to go out the front door, down the 30ish stairs and through the carport.We had a great time in Hernando Beach and loved eating at the Lazy Lizzard.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. It was quiet and relaxing. It had some extras that wasn’t expected, such as spices, toiletries, laundry detergent, even plastic wrap and aluminium foil. This made it even more welcoming. The pool was wonderful and the kayaks available made it extra special, we even saw a dolphin on a morning row! Everything was clean, and the view was so enjoyable, and we did make use of the grill, corn hole, and outdoor jenga. The space was perfect for our family, and there were tons of shops and restaurants close by. Some restaurants just a minute away, while grocery, more restaurants, and shops about 10-15 minutes away, but it was a lovely drive! Our single negative was the only access to the pool was going down the steps at the front door, however, this did not ruin our stay at all. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Training 2025

We visit Florida every year for baseball spring training. This year was no exception! This property was cleaner than any we have ever rented. Congrats on the best property ! Everything you need is there all you need is to take the time and visit.!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

This house is probably the 4th place we have stayed at in the area. Finding a house with ample parking is always an issue and there is plenty here. A lot of homes say that they sleep 10 people but only have room for 2 cars, not including boat trailers. The pool was fantastic after coming in off the water. We had a little trouble at check-in but smooth sailing otherwise. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home!

Our family of 4 spent a week at the Blue Heron in February 2025. We are thrilled with the home and its location which is on the quieter side. The neighborhood was very pleasant, especially considering a number of residents were still dealing with the aftermath of the hurricane. From the Blue Heron, we would have never even known a storm occurred. The home is spacious, clean and well equipped with the necessary items. Further, the communications with the owner/manager was Outstanding. We intend on returning as soon as we can. Booking the home through Lane and Lynne was painless and simple. 5 stars from us.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of five (myself, husband, kids 10 and 13 and mother-in-law) traveled for the week to Hernando Beach, staying at the Blue Heron. The house was clean and welcoming. The kitchen was well organized and the bedrooms were perfect. The beds and linens were super cozy! The bathroom towel, pool towels, and other household items were a great asset. Our family found the downstairs pool area was cool with the shade and breeze working together. The kids loved the pool and we spent a lot of time in this space. We used the Kayaks one day and saw a sting in the canal. The welcome book had helpful information about places to visit, where to rent a pontoon and restaurants. When we had a question Lynne was quick to respond and helpful. We highly recommend visiting the flats with a pontoon and eating at the Silver Dolphin. The local pizza place Matoli’s was perfect for the night we arrived. The area has a lot to offer and explore with other locations within easy driving distance!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026