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About this lodge
The perfect mix of relaxation & adventure await you at this charming Old Florida river retreat! Captain's Quarters is the 2nd floor unit in a 2 story house called Pirate's Cove. Private entrance, private kayaks, canoe and paddleboard and all of the comforts of home. Guests will share a dock, garage and laundry with downstairs guests. A pair of mountain bikes is available for your use and we have added a pair of clear kayaks for an additional fee, if desired. Explore the natural beauty of the crystal clear Weeki Wachee River by kayaks or canoe from your backyard and enjoy the breeze from the dock or backyard!! Home offers a king bed in the master bedroom, a twin pirate boat bed with a trundle and a futon in the 2nd bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the living room. 4 single person Kayaks, and 1 large 3 person canoe are included in your stay for an easy paddle to the famous rope swing, restaurants and local recreation area. There are plenty of restaurants, shops and recreation and entertainment within a short driving distance, including the WORLD FAMOUS WEEKI WACHEE MERMAID SHOW at the Weeki Wachee Springs State Park also home of the Buccaneer Bay Waterpark! Pine Island beach is a short 10 minute drive where you can soak up the sun on the sand or watch a beautiful sunset.There are bike trails nearby. Boats can be rented at very reasonable prices only 10 minutes away at Hernando Beach for a day of fishing or scalloping in season! A little closer is Rogers Park, a little sandy beach on the river accompanied by an adjacent riverfront restaurant. Or stay at the house and grill by the dock while you watch the local fish jump and see the manatees swim by. There is WiFi, a flat screen cable TV, and games for your at home entertainment. Whether you are looking to relax, find an adventure or a mixture of both, look no further, Captains Quarters at Pirate's Cove is the place to book your next vacation! Check out our other properties, Mermaid Cove, just around the corner where pets are allowed (VRBO# 747599) and Mermaid Landing at Pirate's Cove (VRBO# 892691)
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
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Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
The Captain's Quarters was a great location at the intersection of two canals and very close to the beautiful Weeki Wachee River. We loved sitting on the porch watching birds fly by and fish jump in the river, paddling with the provided kayaks, and taking day trips to Tarpon Springs, Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, and nearby Pine Island Park to swim and watch the sunset. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. A great place for a family vacation!
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
We had a great stay! The host was helpful, welcoming, and answered our questions promptly. The decor is super cute and the deck view is gorgeous. We appreciated the use of the kayaks too!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
– Pirate Paradise on the River!We just checked out of Captain’s Quarters at Pirate’s Cove, and what an awesome trip! The hist was very kind and very responsive. It was me and my two sons (17 and 20), and we had an absolute blast. The location is perfect—right on the canal with kayaks ready to go. We hit the water every day and even had manatees come right up to the dock! Total bucket-list moment.The house itself is super fun and decked out in pirate and ship-themed decor—it really adds to the experience. The back patio was our go-to chill zone after a day of paddling (bug spray highly recommended in the evenings!).Pro tip for future guests: when you head out of the canal on your kayak, hang a left once you hit the river. That takes you upstream, where the water is crystal clear and there are lots of great spots to pull off and swim. If you go right, it's deeper and the water gets a bit murkier—more like the canal.Only thing we missed was having a second TV. There’s just one in the living room, so at night my sons would’ve loved being able to relax in their rooms with something to watch. But honestly, we were so worn out from the day's adventures, it didn’t ruin a thing.Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for a fun, laid-back getaway on the water. We’d totally stay here again!
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2025
We loved the location and the direct access to the water. The kayaks and the canoe were definitely an incentive to choose this rental. We rented the second story which was plenty of room for five people, and more than enough room for just us three. You can rent both the first and second floors. There is a fire pit and a dock. There is a pool table in the shared downstairs game room. We loved the upper deck area. Having paper towels and toilet paper and dish soap and hand soap provided was a blessing. You have multiple options for food and shopping with Spring Hill so close by. Camp Mary provides onshore fishing. We just enjoyed the time together. It was a quiet, private neighborhood for our visit. My personal take is go when it is not mosquito season. If any critique-the couch could be more comfy; however, it was fine for us. The rooms were tastefully decorated and the beds were comfy. The air conditioning worked great. I loved the layout. Our son loved his room. The pirate ship bed is an awesome selling point with kids. Thanks so much for sharing this place with us and for making it such a great family time with all the personal touches!
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(93 Ratings)
"The Captain's Quarters was a great location at the intersection of two canals and very close to the beautiful Weeki Wachee River. We loved sitting on the porch watching birds fly by and fish jump in t..."
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