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Nature, Comfort, and Calm – All at the Bayou’s Edge

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Smart TV, fireplace
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Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom101 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Richey, FL
  • Place, Gill Dawg Marina
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, SunCruz Port Richey Casino
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf View Square
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the area

Port Richey

Located in Port Richey (Marthas Vineyard), this cottage is within a 5-minute drive of Gill Dawg Marina and SunCruz Port Richey Casino. .This cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Gulf View Square and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park.

What's nearby

  • Gill Dawg Marina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • SunCruz Port Richey Casino - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gulf View Square - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 53 min drive - 61.9 km
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 56 min drive - 74.3 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Subs & Pizza - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Nature, Comfort, and Calm – All at the Bayou’s Edge

Welcome to Retreat on the Bayou, your peaceful canal-front getaway tucked in a quiet cul-de-sac. This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a cozy, laid-back atmosphere with just the right touch of luxury and coastal flair.

Inside, you’ll find an open-concept layout with soaring vaulted ceilings, stylish finishes, and everything you need for a comfortable stay — from a fully stocked kitchen with brand-new appliances to plush furnishings that feel like home. Whether you're cooking dinner or just kicking back with a glass of wine, the space is designed for easy living.

Step outside and enjoy the best of waterfront life — cast a fishing line just steps from the backyard, launch a kayak into the peaceful canal, or simply relax and watch the water flow by. When you’re ready to explore, you’ll find charming waterfront restaurants just minutes away, perfect for enjoying fresh seafood and sunset views.

Perfect for couples, small families, or remote workers looking for a serene setting, Retreat on the Bayou offers the ideal mix of comfort, charm, and Old Florida relaxation.

Book your stay and experience the simple beauty of bayou living.

All bookings require a $500 deposit which is released back to you should there not be any issues 3 days after checkout. All bookings require signing of rental agreement and submission of government ID. This is to protect us as hosts to be sure the person reserving is the person checking in. Check in information will not be given without signed rental agreement, gov ID and security deposit. Without this, your booking will be cancelled at your cost.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,088 square feet

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

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Clean up after your pet Non refundable pet fee req

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: As there is open access in the back to the water,

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Nature, Comfort, and Calm – All at the Bayou’s Edge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Spencer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host of property are Truly a blessing, they helped us super last minute on more then one occasion and I can’t thank them enough for that! The property it self is great, conveniently located to a lot, you can tell the house stays maintained and taken care of from top to bottom. There was a slight issue with water heater which was fixed and working within hours of notifying them. Truly can not recommend a better place to stay then “The Retreat on the Bayou”
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025