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Adorable Waterfront guest house

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Terrace/patio
Marina
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Apollo Beach, FL
  • Place, Apollo Beach Dog Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Tampa
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Apollo Beach

With a stay at this guesthouse in Apollo Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Tampa Bay and Apollo Beach Dog Park. .This beach guesthouse is 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from Tampa Riverwalk and 17.8 mi (28.6 km) from Tampa Convention Center.
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What's nearby

  • Apollo Beach Dog Park - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 21 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • Port of Tampa - 23 min drive - 18.6 miles
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 23 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 34 min drive - 23.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 29 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Planet Smoothie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Finn’s Dockside Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪First Watch - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Adorable Waterfront guest house

Come and enjoy a peaceful and restful vacation in Apollo Beach. This adorable studio is private for our guests. With the opportunity to enjoy the outdoor kitchen, private beach, private pool, and the outdoor living area. We are located 1.5 miles away from Apollo Beach. Tampa is about 20 miles away, as well as most major beaches. Come join us and see why we don't want to leave our back yard.
There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a safe and a desk.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a water park and an outdoor pool.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water park

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

This property does not have elevators

Adorable Waterfront guest house Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was immaculate. Exactly as advertised. The host was kind, helpful and very gracious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darrell C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The accommodations exceeded our expectations! The guest house was very clean and well appointed. And the property was pristine and well maintained. Rose and Charlie were great hosts and very attentive! They encouraged us to enjoy all of the available amenities to the fullest!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jerilyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very welcoming and friendly. Adorable spot with a peaceful view. Would definitely stay again if in the area. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay. Very comfortable and a resort style atmosphere. Host was friendly and professional. We will be back any chance we get. Don't hesitate if you are considering booking this one - you won't be disappointed!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very welcoming host. Peaceful clean place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place and veery welcoming, attentive hosts! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marietta S., Bethalto

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time, it was perfect for the two of us. Rose and Charlie were both great, wonderful people, and a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness
it was very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is built for relaxation. Perfect in all elements. We enjoyed our stay and will book this one anytime we can. The host was amazing. The Guest House was clean and had everything you need. The pool relaxing and the dock was great for fishing or dolphin watching.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay for all of the right reasons for an individual or couples very comfortable with each other, as there is no bathroom area exhaust fan.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed my stay!! A really peaceful quiet location and the hosts are so friendly. Would book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a very clean lovely guest house. The pool was clean, warm and very enjoyable. There were plenty of restaurants nearby for food.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great decision to stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean & comfortable. Small, but had everything we needed. Having baskets underneath the bed to unpack in was so helpful and suitcases fit in an open space in the kitchen. So quiet! My husband is 6’7, so the small shower was difficult, but he said he would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis V.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Simple!

We had a wonderful time staying here! It felt like our own private getaway. We had more interaction with the owners than previous places I’ve stayed, but that was totally okay because they were so kind, friendly and helpful! The house is at the end of a little inlet, so there’s not quite as much of an ocean beach-vibe as if you were to stay in one of the apartment buildings on the beach, but The Guesthouse offers so much more privacy and it truly feels like your own little oasis. With a pool, grill, and mini beach, there’s not much more you could ask for!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Rose and Charlie were great hosts and the property was so nice and relaxing! Easy to find and get around in a great neighborhood. Can’t recommend the property enough and hope to someday visit again!! Thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Guest House

Comfortable, clean but small. Owners were on site and so very kind, helpful and welcoming. Saw dolphins right off the dock! Had the pool to ourselves! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

We had a great long weekend in Apollo Beach. The property was exactly as advertised and the hosts were very kind!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Business Trip

Was in town for business and opted for VRBO over hotel. Great location. Great hosts. Friendly. Beautiful pool, patio and dock. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Work trip to Tampa

Quaint and cozy place on the water- good for 1 person or a couple max as it’s fairly small. Did t get a chance to take advantage of the amenities but very nice and ‘Florida-ey’. Highly recommend.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Minimum comfort for reasonable price

Owners very welcoming and supportive. Wish the guest “house” wasn’t just a converted shed. Needed a dehumidifier, fan in bathroom which was open to living area, and seating inside. A sofa bed or Murphy bed would offer comfortable indoor seating. Met our minimum requirements.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend getaway

The VRBO is great! Very clean and well stocked. Rose is super sweet and is a great host. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Pop In

My husband and I came down to spend Thanksgiving week with my Mother. We loved our stay at the guest house, and Rose was a very gracious and friendly host. We would stay here again and recommend this to anyone looking for a private getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024