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Small Town Florida

Enjoy nature's beauty with easy access to swimming with manatees, excellent fishing spots and white sandy beaches nearby.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
TV
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Small Town Florida

Three bedroom, two bathrooms in this open floor plan house. Walk in showers in both bathrooms. All doorways were widened to allow room for wheelchairs, as well as the master shower. Property is fenced all the way around, will allow your dogs to visit (no cats) as well as plenty of room to park a large RV, camper, or boat. Large covered front porch to sit and watch a variety of birds and wildlife. Only minutes away from Weeki Wachee State Park as well as Homosassa Wildlife Park. About an hour north of Tampa/Busch Gardens, Clearwater/sandy white beaches, and two hours west of Orlando/everything you can think of. Homosassa and Crystal River have excellent fishing opportunities as well as swimming with manatees.

Property manager

Doug Noelle

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Housetrained Dogs Only No Cats

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

Visit Old Florida see the Mermaids
Mermaid Shack Small Town Florida Close to Lots of Fishing
BEACH SHACK not on the beach <br>Visit Old Florida the mermaids

About the area

Map
Brooksville, FL

What's nearby

  • Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area - 7 min drive
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 14 min drive
  • Weeki Wachee River - 14 min drive
  • 7 Sisters Springs - 14 min drive
  • Cabot Citrus Farms - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pigeon Coupe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪San Trap Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hernando County Shrine Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Njoy Distillery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Linda Poirier CNA Training - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Small Town Florida pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Small Town Florida ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Small Town Florida ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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Small Town Florida Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SYLVIA C.

Great place for vacation
We really enjoy this house to vacation, we have a dog and he has the time also. We love it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grady W.

Great location, in the middle of Florida Spring heaven!
Great weather, great time, thank you for sharing your awesome place GW
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

February 1 to March 28
We really enjoyed the Mermaid Shack, everything was perfect for us and the dogs. It was total tranquility and we would certainly stay again.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

jon d.

snowbird days
Great Stay. Nice property and close to attractions. Great fenced yard if you have pets that like to roam. Owners friendly and helpful.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Mermaid Shack
Great week staying at the "Mermaid Shack". Terri is thoughful of all needs for a great stay. Home was spacious, clean and comfortable. Great responsive communication with host. Looking forward to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim c.

Wonderful stay
Beautiful getaway. Very clean. Perfect for my adult son and I. The assessibility was a plus. Would be great for families with dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cori K.

Lovely Relaxing spot
Doug and Terry were very hospitable. We enjoyed our stay very much! The place was cozy and quiet. You are close to all kinds of fun places to visit. I felt safe and at home in the mermaid shack.
Stayed 68 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy L.

Awesome second stay !! Great place to unwind!!
We just love the Mermaid Shack ! It’s just so cozy and relaxing.There are many places to explore close by especially if you love nature . Our hosts , Terri and Doug were very responsive and thoughtful like they were from our first stay. We would not hesitate coming back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T., Richmond, VA

Great layout and yard
We enjoyed the close proximity to Brooksville as well as the open living layout of the house. Our dogs had fun in the yard and both decks were so nice. Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam F., Franklin, NC

Mermaid Shack
Enjoyed our stay, spacious open floor plan. Had everything you could need and more. Dogs loved the big yard and roaming. We will definitely stay here again. Thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Perfect!!!
This house was perfect for our stay to visit and attend the Blueberry Festival! The decor was amazing and 3 bedrooms is a major plus! We throughly enjoyed our stay! One of my top 5 stays and we use these apps a lot! Thank you so much and hopefully it will be available for future stays!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rufio B.

Great place for pups
Great house with huge fenced in yard for your pups to run around. Loved the back and front porches for morning coffee and evening star gazing. Will definitely return during peak manatee season. Just a few mins away from the three sisters springs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G., Spring hill

Great location!
This place was the definition of peaceful! We all found something that we loved about our two month stay. From the wildlife to the privacy. This location checks all those boxes. Our dogs loved the gated yard and they also go to explore all the wildlife. Communication with the owner was seamless all the way through! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 26 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

Something for everyone
Nice clean place to stay, not in the center of everything but close to everything. Relaxing front porch and shaded parking for two vehicles. The fenced yard is great if you have a dog or two. Owners are very nice and available to answer questions and solve problems. Would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Mermaid Shack
Lovely shack. Owners went above and beyond thinking of everything needed. We had a great time. Only one minor issue was a hole in the fence and the few low spots where a dog could easily jump over. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G., Spring hill

Country Bliss
This property is the definition of peace. It is possible to completely disconnect here. Plenty of space for fur babies! We loved it! Definitely will come back.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

Very Nice Stay at the Mermaid Shack
We really enjoyed our stay at the Mermaid Shack. Terri was a great host, keeping us informed and making sure our stay was smooth and comfortable. The family loved the house décor, which has a theme that is very fun and nicely done. The house is clean, spacious and comfortable. It had everything as advertised and more. Given the opportunity, we will definitely stay at the Mermaid Shack again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelia W.

Late Christmas gift
Wow! Love it! Was my first impression when I walked in the house. Yard was hugh, wonderful for the grands and grand dogs. Place was close to everything we went to. We will definitely use them again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Mermaid Shack lived up to expectations
The Mermaid Shack was very cute, decorated nicely, very clean and comfortable. Lots of outside seating if you want to enjoy nature. Located in a quiet neighborhood on acreage. There was nothing lacking. Terri was very helpful with my questions and responded very quickly. Great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey B., Ponte Vedra, Fl

Spacious 3 bedroom house in the country
Home owner wanted our family to have a great experience. She went above and beyond to buy an age appropriate game for our girls to play with during their stay and a watermelon for Memorial day. The home has been recently remodeled in a beachy/ mermaid theme which we enjoyed during our getaway to see the Weeki Wachi Mermaids and springs in the area,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Working vacation
Very quite and clean. Loved the covered porch but I would suggest a ceiling fan ( got kinda hot during the day. Dogs loved the yard but there is a piece of fencing missing on first drive side. Dog found it and the neighbor! Overall great place to stay if you're visiting Hernando/Citrus county!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Thanksgiving trip
We had a wonderful stay at this property! It is so cute and comfortable, it felt like we were in our own home. Decor is fabulous! Quiet area with lots of space to roam. Close to many activities, restaurants, and shopping. The hosts are very caring and responsive and you can tell they want their guests to enjoy their stay. Everything you could possibly need is at the property making this the perfect place to relax. Speaking of relaxing, we spent many hours on the front deck in the rocking chairs just watching the world go by. I give this property five out of five stars! You won’t be disappointed staying there!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Winderful stay!
We enjoyed our stay at the Mermaid Shack on a trip for a family wedding andxrelaxation. We truly appreciated the fact that our furbabies were welcome and there was plenty if room for them to safely roam as the property is fenced. Plenty of indoor room for 6 people. Awesome that the house was fully stocked and neat as a pin. The property is a short drive to many of the outdoor activities in which one participates in FL but not an undoable drive. If you are kayaking, checkout Weekie Wachee boat/kayak ramp and Hernando Beach public boat ramp. Also, Ozella Trail road ( north) great area for fishing and kayaking. If you are looking for a beach in the area, check out the beach/park in New Port Richey (46 min drive). We lLOVED our stay and hope to eeturn next spring!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Mermaid Shack Staycation
Our recent 5 week stay at the Mermaid Shack was very pleasant. The hosts were very accomodating and quick to answer questions. The property is definitely rural but close to grocery stores, pharmacies, beaches and other attractions. The home was very clean and everything was supplied as listed in the vrbo description. It was nice sitting on the front porch watching all the birds, squirrels and even a tortoise. The only thing I would point out is you are not within walking distance of any attraction or stores as this is a more remote location. Definitely a great place for a family and pets to run around.
Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana T., Linden, USA

In a word, BEAUTIFUL!
This lovely and comfortable home is just far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the world so you can rest and relax, yet close enough to everything you need with just a quick drive! Terri and Doug are wonderful to work with, going out of their way to make certain your stay is perfect and are very kind and quick to respond to questions. The home has just about everything to make it possible for you to relax and enjoy your time: comfortable rockers on the covered porch, a large yard for your furbabies to play in, an easy to follow welcoming book, extra's in case you forgot something (like shampoo, razors, toothbrush, etc), delightful furnishings and decor and so much more. Truly a place to rejuvenate and enjoy, looking forward to our next trip to Florida when we'll be able to truly appreciate this lovely home. Thank you for making a stressful trip more relaxing and giving us a chance to enjoy ourselves at your beautiful get away home! The Tyrell Trio, plus Lila-the fur-baby!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021