The Hidden Jim River Cottage -Kayaks & Canoe
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The Hidden Jim River Cottage -Kayaks & Canoe
Weeki Wachee Gardens, Florida, 34607
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Pool
Wi-Fi in public areas
Kayaking
Water sports equipment
Beach towels
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
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Property Description
The view & location are off the chain!
You’ll know you found a “hidden Jim” once you walk in and look through the sliding glass doors at the gorgeous crystal clear Weeki Wachee Springs River in your own backyard!!
The name comes from the original home owner named Jim who left a legacy for his family & you to enjoy.
This unpretentious newly remodeled cottage with 2 en suite primary bathrooms awaits you.
Completely equipped kitchen with kayaks, paddles, 5 life vests, & fishing poles for your outdoor adventures while exploring the Weeki Wachee River, the Gulf of Mexico, Hospital Hole, Cypress Canal, Jenkins Preserve and the back yard!
This house is perfectly nestled between The Weeki Wachee Springs Park & The Gulf of Mexico. It’s located directly across from the Weeki Wachee Preserve. Talk about location!
Swim, fish, boat, float on tubes or rafts in your own backyard. Or go explore by tubing, SUP, kayak, canoe hike or boat.
Grab lunch at the Upper Deck Restaurant, float down to Rogers Park, go enjoy our breathtaking sunsets by water at Bayport Pier. Also visit Pine Island Beach spend a day on the beach and have a picnic under the covered shelter, let them then enjoy a romantic sunset together.
This is a great location for getting away alone, with your sweetheart or bring the family. There’s plenty of outdoor activities for everyone.
Did we mention there are hiking trails, an array of local independent restaurants & bars and shops in the area?
If you’d like to rent a SUP, kayak or tube just order it from WeekiWacheeOutdoorCenter. They will deliver & pick up directly to your vacation home. Also if you had a great time and want a sovenior WWODC has embroidered beach towels available. They deliver with a $50/min order for purchases and 2/day min rental on water toys.
There are also local boat rental companies we are happy to refer you to. If you would like any additional services during your stay we will do our best to help accommodate them for you.
*Massage
*Additional cleaning during your stay
*Facials
*Flower delivery
The sky’s the limit with things to do here. So what are you waiting for?
Book your next vacation with us. Unplug, relax & enjoy nature today!
No moving furniture if moved $300 per furniture/Per item
No Pet property/If evidence of a pet is found there will be a $500 pet fee/Per pet
Any additional cleaning fee and or damage fee applies.
Please no check in on these holidays - Christmas Day, Easter Day , The July 4th , Thanks giving day our cleaning company has the day off. If you wish to check-in on these days the cleaning fee is double.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 3-17.SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK. No fence blocking the water.About customRules:No Smoking/ Vaping of any kind inside the house, or near doors. No Parties, No Fireworks on property..No Pets $500./per pet Fee, No Furniture Moving $300. Fee No unregistered guests $20/pp for day/night visitors..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 24.About events:No events allowed.
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10.0/10
Cleanliness10.0
Amenities10.0
Location10.0
Service10.0
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Surroundings
Landmarks: SUP WEEKI
(420m)
Landmarks: Hospital Hole
(820m)
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4
2 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
2 sofa beds 1 queen bed and 1 king bed
Non-smoking
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10.0/10
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11 reviews

- Cleanliness10.0
- Amenities10.0
- Location10.0
- Service10.0
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Christie K.
July 30, 2025

Our family had a fantastic time at this cottage. It was perfectly stocked with everything you need for outdoor fun, cooking, keeping beverages cold (two fridges) and all the comforts of home! We look forward to returning.

Jonathan R.
June 26, 2025

Great place but be aware of all the extra fees
The house way great, but I contacted host about having some family (4 extra people) come for my wife’s birthday they charged me an event fee of 500 rather than the 20 per person per day like stated in listing. Asked if we could check in early by an hour or two and said yes but it would be an additional 100 per hour early.

Penny C.
June 6, 2025

Beautiful
We could not have picked a more beautiful place to stay. Quiet neighborhood and just such a nice place. It was my daughter and I who stayed. We had family in the area that just came to visit 1 day. The house was really perfect inside. Beds comfortable and everything you need. We saw manatee and dolphins everyday. I will be staying here again in the future.

Annemarie B.
March 1, 2025

Amazing stay - will return!
Sonia’s place is such a gem! It had everything we needed, even kayaks! It was very nice and clean, and in a perfect location. There’s honestly nothing negative we can say, everyone in our group enjoyed it immensely and we are planning on returning soon

Anne Marie B.
February 24, 2025

Great house on the river
Enjoyed our stay. House is as advertised. Has everything you need. Great location on river. Kayaks were a plus. Saw lots of manatees!

Jacob W.
July 17, 2025

Such a great place right on the main river!

Douglas W.
September 16, 2024

A Trip to Remember!
If you’re looking to make some memories, this is your place! The cottage was perfect and had everything we needed for our stay. The kayaks were so fun and I’m grateful that we could use them without having to rent them. This cottage is directly on the Weeki Wachee river and I can’t even put into words how beautiful the water is. Sonja, our host, was amazing and her customer service is beyond incredible! We will be back!

Thais T.
July 27, 2024

This truly is a Hidden Gem!
We had 2 four people families so 4 adults and 4 children and even my parents stayed at a nearby hotel and would day trip to this unit. The water behind the unit isn’t as sandy as the photos BUT it is crystal clear, no dangerous currents and the kids loved diving off the deck.
The unit comes with 4 kayaks and a quick 3-5 minute paddle and you are in sandy, pristine spring heads. Everyday there are manatees traveling up and down the river.
The two rooms have independent bathrooms. Lots of privacy not having to share bathrooms. The kitchen is well equipped and the living area is very comfortable.
The unit is freshly remodeled and a joy to stay in. We would highly recommend this unit compared to a more expensive unit further up the river.

Anissa A.
May 18, 2024

Best time
Family trip with the 11 and 13 year old. We had the best time, this is a fantastic spot on the river. We swam, kayaked, fished. The house had everything we needed. (Shampoo:conditioner, dish soap, sponge, garbage bags, salt pepper and having a washer:dryer is great with all the wet towels. I had groceries delivered because we got in very late. There is so much wild life here. We saw otters, bats, owls, manatee, cardinals, it was amazing. The bugs in May are terrible. Make sure you are using spray and cover your body to avoid the noseeums. I hope the owners add a fire pit and hammock in the future. We already booked another trip. One last thing, there isn’t cell service but they do have very strong wifi. I took video calls for work with no problem. I recommend water shoes if swimming off the dock. Enjoy, it’s magical
Services & Amenities
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Pool
Wi-Fi in public areas
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Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Pool
Health & wellness
Kayaking
Water sports equipment
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Beach towels
Public areas
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
Garden
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Clothes dryer
Facilities for children
Children's toys
Kids' board games/puzzles
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 16:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Child policies
Children aged 3 and above are welcome at this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 24 years old
Property host

Florida Treasure Realty, LLC- Sonia Barcena
Speaks: English, Spanish
About this property
The view & location are off the chain!
You’ll know you found a “hidden Jim” once you walk in and look through the sliding glass doors at the gorgeous crystal clear Weeki Wachee Springs River in your own backyard!!
The name comes from the original home owner named Jim who left a legacy for his family & you to enjoy.
This unpretentious newly remodeled cottage with 2 en suite primary bathrooms awaits you.
Completely equipped kitchen with kayaks, paddles, 5 life vests, & fishing poles for your outdoor adventures while exploring the Weeki Wachee River, the Gulf of Mexico, Hospital Hole, Cypress Canal, Jenkins Preserve and the back yard!
This house is perfectly nestled between The Weeki Wachee Springs Park & The Gulf of Mexico. It’s located directly across from the Weeki Wachee Preserve. Talk about location!
Swim, fish, boat, float on tubes or rafts in your own backyard. Or go explore by tubing, SUP, kayak, canoe hike or boat.
Grab lunch at the Upper Deck Restaurant, float down to Rogers Park, go enjoy our breathtaking sunsets by water at Bayport Pier. Also visit Pine Island Beach spend a day on the beach and have a picnic under the covered shelter, let them then enjoy a romantic sunset together.
This is a great location for getting away alone, with your sweetheart or bring the family. There’s plenty of outdoor activities for everyone.
Did we mention there are hiking trails, an array of local independent restaurants & bars and shops in the area?
If you’d like to rent a SUP, kayak or tube just order it from WeekiWacheeOutdoorCenter. They will deliver & pick up directly to your vacation home. Also if you had a great time and want a sovenior WWODC has embroidered beach towels available. They deliver with a $50/min order for purchases and 2/day min rental on water toys.
There are also local boat rental companies we are happy to refer you to. If you would like any additional services during your stay we will do our best to help accommodate them for you.
*Massage
*Additional cleaning during your stay
*Facials
*Flower delivery
The sky’s the limit with things to do here. So what are you waiting for?
Book your next vacation with us. Unplug, relax & enjoy nature today!
No moving furniture if moved $300 per furniture/Per item
No Pet property/If evidence of a pet is found there will be a $500 pet fee/Per pet
Any additional cleaning fee and or damage fee applies.
Please no check in on these holidays - Christmas Day, Easter Day , The July 4th , Thanks giving day our cleaning company has the day off. If you wish to check-in on these days the cleaning fee is double.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 3-17.SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK. No fence blocking the water.About customRules:No Smoking/ Vaping of any kind inside the house, or near doors. No Parties, No Fireworks on property..No Pets $500./per pet Fee, No Furniture Moving $300. Fee No unregistered guests $20/pp for day/night visitors..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 24.About events:No events allowed.
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Hotel Star Rating | 3 |
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