Skip to main content
Entire apartment

The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats

Riverside apartment in Weeki Wachee Gardens with kitchen

Photo gallery for The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats

Outdoor dining - The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats (Weeki Wachee)
Interior - The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats (Weeki Wachee)
Exterior - The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats (Weeki Wachee)
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats (Weeki Wachee)
Property grounds - The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats (Weeki Wachee)
Reconnect with nature at Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreat, where the Gulf Of Mexico and Weeki Wachee River offer endless possibilities. Inside this vintage camper, you'll find comforts like AC, a mini fridge, coffee pot and Fire TV while kayaking adventures await outside.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape! Located in Weeki Wachee at Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreat on a Spring with easy access to the Gulf Of Mexico and Weeki Wachee River. Kayaks are provided for adventure on the water. Head to nearby Weeki Wachee River or out to the paddling trails by the Gulf! There is a park style grill on site, an outdoor sink, an outdoor shower and a shared restroom with a toilet and a sink, all steps away from your camper. No pets allowed.
The space
Inside of this vintage 1966 camper you will have 2 single beds (approximately the size of a camping cot), a mini fridge, coffee pot, microwave, AC and a Fire TV with Hulu plus live TV. Lots of comforts while still roughing it!
Guest access
You will have access to a beach with Adirondack chairs, a park style charcoal grill, restroom with a toilet and sink, an outdoor shower with hot water and access to the water that surrounds the property.
Other things to note
The camper is located at Neptune’s Grotto, An Old Florida Adventure Retreat. There are other guests staying at the lodge using the outdoor facilities and boat rentals at the dock in front of the camper. As you can see from the photos, the camper is small, the interior clearance is not intended to provide standing room and the beds are the size of a camping cot. Essentially this is a glorified camping experience with the comfort of air conditioning, electricity, TV, availability of a restroom and shower and the ability to get inside away from rainy weather or insects such as mosquitoes and no-see-ums which naturally occur in the outdoors of Florida. Bring some bug spray to enjoy the outdoors in the morning and evening.!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outdoor smoking only

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Similar properties

Interior
Beautiful 2 bed/2bath home. King/Queen beds.
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
Beautiful 2 bed/2bath home. King/Queen beds.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Rules

Smoking of any type in the room will result in a $100 remediation fee
No swimming in the canal due to hazards. All guests waive any liability to property owner regarding swimming in the canal.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoor smoking only

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

5950

About the area

Map
Weeki Wachee, FL

What's nearby

  • Weeki Wachee River - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Pine Island Beach Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Hudson Beach - 29 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 55 min drive - 72.5 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weeki Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mike & Frank - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonny's BBQ - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast Station - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats?

As of 9 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats on 7 Jan 2026 start from NZ$204.54, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Weeki Wachee River and Bayport Park Boat Ramp. Bayport Park Pier is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

The Funky Flamingo - Neptune's Grotto Old Florida Adventure Retreats Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Trip!

Drove down from Massachusetts, wasn't sure what time I'd get in, but didn't matter because check in was super easy and convenient! I am 6'5 and I still fit in the camper! The property was neat to check out, all the little touches that made it fun to explore. The cleanliness of the whole "campsite" was great, the temperature was great inside the camper amd honestly was perfect for my 2 noght stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place, perfect for kids!

My grand daughters LOVED it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip!

We only stayed one night but it was great, even with a thunderstorm! We would definitely go back and stay longer so we could use the kayaks and sit on the dock with morning coffee and watch for dolphins and manatees.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place in the water.

This property is located close to many of the attractions and is super cute. We enjoyed hanging out by the water and seeing fish and other wildlife around. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Hosts

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Neptune’s Grotto. Everything was perfect and provided. The host was amazing to work with, and check-in couldn’t have been easier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short and sweet

Location was easy and Pine Island was a great spot to go watch the sunset! Contact with host was very fast. Internet never worked properly and cell coverage for ATT not great but chose to leave work emails etc. for when in better coverage. Boat rentals also right there if you wish and would definitely come back! Great spot!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a hidden gem! We enjoyed the location a ton. The Pink Flammingo was clean and very welcoming. Our only complaint was the beds were tiny compared to the pics, and the hubby couldn't quite stand up straight inside, but we were only there to sleep so it all worked out. The outdoor shower brought me back to my camp counselor days, my only suggestion would be to switch the latch around so that the person in the shower has control of the door the entire time.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

This was exactly what we thought it would be. Please know that if you are an outdoors type person and just need a place to watch tv while you fall asleep then this is for you. Keep in mind it is small but very comfortable. Woke up and had my coffee with about 25 manatee in the water just outside the camper!! How neat to see them and all the fish and sharks too. Would definitely stay here again and try my luck at fishing next time. Outdoor shower did not disappoint and the water was nice and hot! Great location and setup. Thank You for sharing this Oasis you have there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So tiny and cute!

At first I was taken back with just how small this camper is, but after I got settled in I realized it was the perfect size for a single person. You could certainly fit 2 people in there but you better REALLY like each other! The AC does a decent job and there are plenty of little places to stash your stuff. Plus, the camper is just a few feet from where you park so you can always keep larger items in your car. The location is PERFECT!! The canal is so peaceful and there’s lots to do within a short 5-10 min drive. I really appreciated the man who helped me set sail on my first kayaking adventure too! The free kayak was such a bonus considering how expensive it is to rent boats in the area. Overall it was an awesome experience. It’s definitely not for anyone real tall or someone who needs to stretch out or spend lot of time inside. It’s a great little place to drop off your stuff during the day and lay your head at night. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

emerald g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nature Coast Glamping

Cute and cozy little trailer on a canal right around the corner from Weeki Wachee and Rogers Park, perfect for short/small folks like me. I'm 5'2" and could stand up straight, but anyone taller would need to duck, beds are narrow. Bathroom in main building is clean and convenient, and the outdoor shower has nice hot water, good pressure. Large fire pit right next to the backwater. Space heater in winter keeps you warm in temps below 50F. I had a bit of cell signal with AT&T. Wifi works and the TV has a couple streaming services. Surprising number of outlets for a tiny trailer! Not really "private" with people around most of the time, as Florida coastline is popular, but nights are very quiet. In winter there's a chance to wake up with manatees right next to the trailer, and listen to owls at night. Ideal for kayaking with lots of birds and fish, water is tannic/murky but clearer as you get closer to the springs. Places to eat accessible from the water, kayak to lunch or dinner and paddle back with a great sunset (bring headlight)! Quiet spot right next to popular Nature Coast attractions :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Not what I expected

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024