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

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A spacious kitchen with modern appliances, a bar area, and a cozy seating area with a large window overlooking a garden. - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)
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An outdoor pool area with glass tables and wicker chairs, a covered patio, and a view of a residential neighborhood. - Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks (Apollo Beach)
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Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10175 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

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

  • 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.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,881 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Strictly no parties and no events allowed. This is a residential neighborhood.

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

About the neighborhood

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 Westfield Brandon and Bloomingdale Square. Traveling with kids? Consider Stephen J. Wortham County 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. Visit our Apollo Beach travel guide
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Apollo Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • A coastal cityscape with a large cruise ship docked, a bridge, and industrial buildings.
    Port Tampa Bay
    30 min drive - 33.6 km
  • A pedestrian bridge with a modern design, overlooking a river with a boat docked on the left.
    Tampa Riverwalk
    32 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Raymond James Stadium with a large advertisement and a parking garage.
    Raymond James Stadium
    40 min drive - 44.4 km
  • A roller coaster with a green track, a cable car system, and a pavilion in a park.
    Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    46 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Apollo Beach Dog Park
    17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    27 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Planet Smoothie
    5 min drive
  • Circle K
    8 min drive
  • 7-Eleven
    12 min drive
  • 7-Eleven
    13 min drive
  • Finn’s Dockside Bar And Grill
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gray Dolphin — Waterfront Home with Heated Saltwater Pool, Dock & Kayaks located?

This family-friendly Apollo Beach vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Apollo Beach Dog Park and Tampa Bay. Manatee Viewing Center is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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