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5 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Apollo Beach, Florida

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Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks

Type Private vacation home
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 2
House Rules
  • Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total);All pets subject to approval by owner.
  • Children allowed: ages 0-17
  • Smoking is not permitted
  • No events allowed
Max Occupancy 10
Host Language English
Property Id 2809586
Discover waterfront living at The Gray Dolphin—a private canal-front escape in Apollo Beach with a heated saltwater pool, private dock, complimentary kayaks and bikes, and outdoor dining. Perfect for families, couples, or friends who want water access and quick drives to Tampa Bay and Gulf Coast beaches.

A. Top features:

1. Heated saltwater pool with tanning shelf for kids and lounging
2. Private boat dock with direct canal access—bring a boat or rent nearby
3. Two kayaks and two beach-cruiser bikes included
4. Covered lanai with gas grill, outdoor dining and total privacy from neighbors
5. Modern kitchen, smart TVs, fast Wi‑Fi, washer/dryer, driveway parking
6. There are a total of (4) TV's throughout the house. One in the living room, two of the four bedrooms and one in the lanai.

B. Sleeping & layout:

3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms — sleeps up to 8 comfortably
Family-friendly layout with room for relaxing, dining and entertaining

C. Nearby highlights (drive times):

Apollo Beach Nature Preserve: 5 minutes
Bahia Beach (Ruskin): 15 minutes
St. Pete Beach: 50 minutes
Clearwater Beach: ~1 hour
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: 45 minutes
Tampa Riverwalk / Amalie Arena: 40 minutes

D. Why guests love it:

Private waterfront views, dock access, and a heated pool make this a true Florida retreat—close enough to beaches, parks and Tampa attractions for day trips but peaceful enough to unplug at the lanai.

Book The Gray Dolphin for a waterfront stay with boating, kayaking and sunset poolside evenings.
Located in Apollo Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Florida Aquarium and Manatee Viewing Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Channelside Bay Plaza and Westfield Brandon. Traveling with kids? Consider East Bay Raceway Park, or check out an event or a game at Benchmark International Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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    Policy

    Pet policy

    • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
    • Note from host: all pets subject to approval by owner.
    • Pets allowed
    • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
    • Welcoming dogs only

    Check out time

    • 10:00 AM

    Check in policy

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 25

    Payment policy

    • Localcurrency: USD

    Check out policy

    • Check-out before 10:00 am
    • Contactless check-out available

    Check in start time

    • 4:00 PM

    Check in instructions

    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Special instructions

    • 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
    • Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
    • Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    • 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
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

    Children and extra bed policy

      • Children are welcome.
    Amenities

    Popular amenities

    • Ac
    • Barbecue
    • Dryer
    • Extra bed
    • Free parking
    • Heater
    • Internet
    • Kitchen
    • Laundry
    • Microwave
    • No smoking
    • Outdoor grill
    • Outdoor space
    • Patio
    • Pool
    • Toys
    • Tv
    • Washer

    Property amenities

    • Pets:
      • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
      • Pet friendly
      • Service animals exempt from fees
      • Welcoming dogs only
    • Dining:
      • Dining table
    • Safety:
      • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
      • Deadbolt lock
      • Fire extinguisher
      • First aid kit
      • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
    • Bedroom:
      • 5 bedrooms
      • Bed sheets provided
      • Sofa bed
    • General:
      • Unit size: 1881 sq ft (175 sq m)
    • Kitchen:
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • Cookware/dishes/utensils
      • Dishwasher
      • Ice maker
      • Kitchen island
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Refrigerator
      • Stovetop
    • Laundry:
      • Laundry facilities
      • Near laundromat
      • Washing machine and dryer
    • Parking:
      • Onsite parking
      • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
    • Internet:
      • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
    • Outdoors:
      • Garden
      • Gas grill
      • Patio
    • Pool/spa:
      • Fence around the pool
      • Private pool
    • Bathrooms:
      • 2 bathrooms
      • Shower
      • Soap
      • Toilet paper
      • Towels provided
    • Workspaces:
      • Desk
      • Desk chair
    • Langs Spoken:
      • English
    • Things To Do:
      • Basketball nearby
      • Bicycle rentals nearby
      • Fitness facilities nearby
      • Jet skiing nearby
      • Parasailing nearby
      • Power boating nearby
      • Scuba diving nearby
      • Surfing/body boarding nearby
      • Theme parks nearby
      • Water tubing nearby
    • Entertainment:
      • Games
      • Smart TV
    • Climate Control:
      • Air conditioning
      • Heating
    • Family Friendly:
      • Children's dinnerware
      • Children's games
      • Highchair
    • Location Highlights:
      • Near a hospital
      • Near a zoo
      • Near outlet shopping
      • Near the bay
      • On the waterfront
    • Services And Conveniences:
      • Iron/ironing board
    • Suitability/accessibility:
      • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
      • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
      • No elevator (single level property)
      • Smoke-free property
      • Wheelchair accessible
      • Wheelchair-accessible parking
 

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