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96% Recommend28 ratings · 23 reviews
It was a wonderful relaxing stay!
Dona was a fantastic host and the tour was amazing! To see that many foxes up close, to feed them eggs was a bucket list moment!!
Relaxing on the porch listening to the melodic howl of the papa new guinea dingo was something I didn’t know I needed in my life!!
Also, the horses literally running around playing together is something I have never seen despite staying at horse sanctuaries before.
Book now you won’t regret it!
Henry M.
2 reviews
We had a great time staying here. It feels secluded but was just a short drive to town. Lots of great options within a couple hours drive for day trips, and we appreciated Dona showing us the animals in the sanctuary and sharing her story. Thank you for the accommodations!
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Michaelah W.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· July 2025
With kids ·
Diego’s Cabin
This was a unique stay on an animal rescue property — not open to the public — which I thought would be a fun and educational experience for my kids. The hosts were proactive about sending the gate code, but there’s no signage, so it was unclear we were in the right place. The tour was great and featured some rare animals, but scheduling was confusing. I was told to wait until arrival to book it, and then we had to wait hours after check-in.
There were no clear instructions about where on the property we were welcome, and with three young boys, I didn’t feel comfortable letting them roam. It’s an active rescue and working farm, but there wasn’t any designated space for kids to play.
The tiny house was charming but very hot when we arrived (over 80°), and it took hours to cool. One of the two TVs didn’t work, and I didn’t get a reply when I messaged about it. The fold-out couch was uncomfortable (okay for kids), and there were no extra blankets provided. The kitchenette had basics like a hot plate and fridge, but no dish soap, oil, or seasonings. Also, there weren’t many photos of the cabin beforehand, so I wasn’t sure what to pack.
Overall, I support what they’re doing with the animals, and the tour made the trip worth it. Just go in with realistic expectations, especially if you’re bringing 4 people.
L. S.
5 months on Hipcamp
The property had three different places to stay. We chose the “Florida Breeze” which was a two bedroom “Barndominium”. Although we didn’t need a two bedroom this particular property was very large inside and had plenty of room for us and our three greyhounds. The property was well maintained, clean, and had everything we needed. On site the host runs an exotic animal sanctuary where they rescue rare animals. We took a tour of the property and saw a huge variety of different birds, some foxes, prairie dogs, lemurs, sheep, deer, horses, and tortoise. The host was very accommodating and friendly, plus we only saw them if we needed something. I would definitely stay here again if I’m ever traveling in the area.
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Fred T.
8 months on Hipcamp
I can’t recommend Gulf Wind and Dona’s sanctuary enough! My son and I had planned a weekend camping outing originally scheduled at another location. We quickly realized the other location was not anywhere near what had been advertised and so I quickly contacted Dona to see if she had some last minute availability on her property. Dona was wonderfully responsive and super accommodating and so we headed over to hers as soon as possible.
Our experience at Gulf Wind was beyond what we could have expected! The cabin was perfect, it was outfitted with everything we needed, and Dona also went the extra mile to bring us a firepit so we could make dinner and s’mores over the fire.
Dona gave us a tour of the sanctuary and took the time to educate us on the animals and their efforts to keep them safe and healthy. My son was so thrilled to interact with these special animals and to get to know their personalities and preferences.
We will absolutely be back. Diego’s cabin was the perfect size for us. Next time we come (and there will be a next time!) we will try the larger Florida Breeze cabin with more of our family to change things up!
Thank you, Dona and family, for being so welcoming and accommodating. You seriously enriched my son’s experience and we appreciate what you’re doing for these amazing animals.
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Kelly T.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
With kids ·
Duck Haven
A very lovely place with truly welcoming hosts. The room itself was neat, clean, and very comfortable to stay in. I especially enjoyed the wide variety of animals — it was such a delightful surprise! I was particularly impressed by the parrot that dances so charmingly. Thank you so much for the warm hospitality. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to treat themselves and their family to a unique experience with animals.
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Alena L.
2 reviews
Everything was fantastic. The accommodation was exceptional and better then we expected. They had Everything we needed and more! Duck haven was immaculately clean. We expected to hear the animals and that they could wake us up but that'd isn't happen! Dona couldn't have been nicer to deal with. We highly recommend!!!
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Donald D.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
With pets ·
Diego’s Cabin
Wow!! This was our last stop on a Florida roadtrip and I’m so glad we finished it off with this place. The cabin was clean, bed was comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked. Most importantly though, we had a tour done with Dona and got to meet all the animals! One of the highlights of our whole trip.
Jen R.
4 reviews
Felt like home. Very comfortable and the host was amazing. All the comforts. Learning about all the animals was a bonus.
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Elizabeth S.
10 months on Hipcamp
The animal tour was even better than expected! So many animals and interactive birds. Lemurs, ferrets, foxes, a dingo etc. The adults and kids loved this stay. We are hoping to come back next year for a couple more days. Thank you so much for your hospitality!
Nicole A.
3 reviews
Everything was great! Clean, very friendly people and surprisingly quiet inside. The animals and the tour were great. We loved the deer pixie she loved to give kisses
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Simone R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
With pets ·
Diego’s Cabin
I had a wonderful stay at Diego's Cabin! The experience was truly special, and I can't recommend it enough. Dona and her family were fabulous hosts – warm, welcoming, and so thoughtful. The Gulfwinds Animal Sanctuary is an absolute gem! We loved the sanctuary tour, and the chance to connect with the animals was incredible. The dark sky and farm environment made for such a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Whether you're looking to unwind or enjoy nature, this is the perfect spot. I'll definitely be back!
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Sara R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Great location for our needs. Clean, friendly, safe and exotic location.
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Alex L.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
With pets ·
Florida Breeze
It's a quiet and unique place. The breeze lodge is a livable fully loaded apartment. It was very clean and had everything you could possibly need. We were able to park our 25ft b class rv with no trouble at all. We didn't do a full tour but I saw peacocks, horse and my favorite ms. Piggy who lives out back she is super quiet and friendly possibly the best neighbor ever. The hosts are great the grounds are really pretty i love the Spanish moss that grows on the unique southern trees. You don't see that in the northeast. The white gravel road is great for walking, very scenic and not very busy with surrounding cow pastures.
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Montgomery H.
4 reviews
Dieago's Cabin is what we actually stayed in and it was super cute! Donna and her mother were very sweet and attentive. We loved the animals and our stay. We plan to make this a tradition and bring our little one as well! Thank you so much for everything!
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Valerie D.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
My stay here was great. It’s right next door to the horses. So, that was great. I also had a peacock, cat and the sweetest dog show up to say hi. The facilities themselves had a lot of features that I wasn’t expecting and were absolutely clean.
I’d encourage anyone to expand their central Florida vacation beyond the corporate chain parks, restaurants and hotels. But, especially for anyone with an interest in animals this one’s a winner.
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Christopher P.
2 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Everything was amazing! The room was super cute and clean. The decorating was well thought out too. The exotic animals were amazing. Our host did such a great job informing us on all the different critters. Had so much fun and will definitely be back!
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Maria N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
With kids ·
Florida Breeze
What ana amazing stay!! Our little family loved it. The home was very comfortable and the animals on the farm were a daily delight everyday meeting and getting to know. Dona really spoils here animals and you can tell it. They are use to humans and love to be loved on. We planned a tour with Dona with was informative and just fun getting to meet all the animals. We also had some fun adventures around the area. It was a great stay
Lena C.
1 year on Hipcamp
My husband and I had a great experience at Gulf Winds Wildlife Sanctuary. We arrived and were pleasantly surprised with a quaint and clean room. Dona is super friendly and was nice enough to give us a tour of the exotic animals. A quaint and cute Historic Downtown Dade City is only a 13 minute drive away and has several delicious restaurants to choose from! The purpose of our trip was to relax and that’s what we did.
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Tara R.
2 reviews
I loved this place. I needed a quiet sanctuary to study for a test and it was peaceful and quiet. Lots of beautiful animals and very clean. Lots of room to spread out all my study materials, too.
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Linda B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Loved my time there. The family was nice and the tour was amazing. It's a cute apartment in one of the barns. Very clean loved the wildlife.
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Sara D.
1 year on Hipcamp
The Barndominium was beautiful and sooo comfortable. My family and I loved touring the exotic animal rescue as well. Donna and her mom made us feel so welcome.
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Elizabeth H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
The accommodation was very nice. It was quieter than I thought it would be after dark, not a bad thing. The roosters have a unique sound. I am a huge horse lover so the horses were a highlight for me and the new foal was nice to see. I was hoping one of the other three expecting mares would have went into labor while I was there but that’s a rare gem to see.
Jenn Marie F.
1 year on Hipcamp
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