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Home with view of the Hillsborough River, pet friendly

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Dining
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$345
$307 nightly
$345 total
Total with taxes and fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyride
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Adventure Island
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tampa

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Tampa, within a 5-minute drive of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and University of South Florida. .This vacation home is 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Tampa Riverwalk.
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What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Skyride - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Adventure Island - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 19 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Port of Tampa - 19 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Annapurna Rasoi - ‬18 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.

Home with view of the Hillsborough River, pet friendly

Your family, friends or your group (4) will be close to everything in this centrally-located home. Just minutes away from the perks of city life, yet on a quiet dead end street with lots of mature landscaping, that feels like you are tucked away in the country woods, huge backyard, completely fenced for the safety of the children and your pet at play. The patio is inviting all to unwind and relax after a busy day at play, work, venturing or exploring all that Tampa has to offer.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Theme park 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)

General

  • Garden

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 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
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Home with view of the Hillsborough River, pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 31 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

We had a wonderful stay and would absolutely come back. The host was very accommodating and communicative from the time we booked—quickly answering questions before our stay, checking in during our visit, and making checkout easy.The backyard was one of our favorite parts. It was large, beautiful, and had plenty of space for my pup to run around. The fire pit and hanging benches were such a cozy touch. We especially loved sitting by the fire in the evening and enjoying the warmth.The house itself had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. When we initially had a small issue gaining access to the home, the host immediately contacted her handyman, who came right away and remained available throughout our stay in case anything else came up. That level of responsiveness was greatly appreciated.Overall, it was a great experience and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our host was very attentive and checked in on us. This is definitely a great place for Busch Gardens and 20 minutes from downtown. If you bring a dog, there is a great dog park near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jan S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The warning to anyone who is wanting to stay here with dogs, do NOT stay here. I was charged a penalty for extra cleaning of 'pet hair' IN the FREEZER, TUB, SINK, etc. This is what the owner Griselda was told by the cleaning group that cleaned her place. When we arrived there was almost 2 inches of lint in the dryer vent her 'cleaning experts' must have missed.Microwave handle broken, only after mentioning it did her handyman offer to bring a table microwave over. We were told to use the built in with the broken handle. The owner expressed her understanding my frustration and thanked me for taking care of her home during my stay. I informed her my dogs never spent any time IN FREEZERS, SINKS, nor TUBS. I would not recommend anyone staying here with a dog. Hidden charges will arrive from ridicoulous claims. BEWARE BEFORE BOOKING. There are plenty of other places to stay with NO suprises to find ridicoulous reasons to take your money. This must be quite a money maker for the owner. BE WARNED
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host and home were great! Will be booking again when we visit the area in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heriberto V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

It was a nice quiet place to stay for the weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

amber m., Grand Blanc, MI

Disliked: Cleanliness

It served its purpose

Walking in it looks clean. But it is not. The floor, countertops, shelves, everything was filthy dirty. We all refused to walk barefoot. We could not enjoy the firepit (which is the main reason I booked this place) because the swings were covered in dirt and mold. The fence is falling down in multiple places so I did not feel comfortable leaving the door alone out back afraid he might get out. The light switch in the bathroom is kinda dangling there from the wall. We were locked out on our last day. We left for breakfast and when we came back to gather our things, the code was changed and we no longer had access (this was an hour before check out time). Luckily we left the backdoor unlocked so we were able to get in. This placed served it's purpose for sleeping only. I would not stay here again unless they clean and fix things.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd R., Gainesville, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

This house was perfect for our quick trip to Tampa. Plenty of room for 4 adults and 1 dog. Clean and convenient location. We will definitely try to rent this place again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debra

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Black mold blowing out vents1974 moldyducts and very old air cond/ heater nasty system.oven would not heat up cook food and nasty dirty oven and floors. Unsafe electrical plugs spark everytime u plug in stuff esp bedrooms. Shower and sink dont drain while u in shower standing in 1 to 2 inch dirty water.sticky floors. Socks got black on botton. Shoes stick alittle floor. Broken in front door. Some kitchen cabinets falling off cabinets loosly connected.forget trying to watch anything on either tv ! Nightmare property with few good photos of sone things updated but tons needed to fix this sick home with leaking roof and old moldy roof.refrigerator looks like it had bullets shot to front and hole on inside of walls and refrigerator. Dont stay here!!! Bad area also
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was just what we needed for a short vacation. Plenty of room and close to Busch gardens. I noticed our socks or feet really dirty while walking around. Really enjoyed our stay though and would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice property

My mother and I stayed with pets. The yard was shady even in the afternoon which was nice! The owner communicated as needed throughout our stay. Check out was a breeze!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for USF graduations and Bush Gardens

Property manger was great with communication. House was located in quite neighborhood near to where we needed to be for our daughters graduation from USF. The property worked well for us. For the price point, I would stay again anytime!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay for a few nights.’

Pictures accurately reflect home.Well supplied and comfortable, great yard, walk to water but no access, view from front yard. Great host to work with. Quiet neighborhood but close to park, Busch Gardens and USF campus.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and clean place to stay

The house was clean, easy to find, neighborhood was quite, everything was close by. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great yard!!

This was a great little house that put us right near everything we needed to be close to. We were at a volleyball tourney at the fairgrounds and this location was perfect. Not too far away. Right near campus as well with many stores close by. There is a really nice backyard with a small grill for cooking. Would stay again!! Thanks!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Danica P.

Liked: Cleanliness

New updates, terrific host, gentrified community

My teenage son and I visited for a soccer tournament. The home is situated in a neighborhood that is going through gentrification so there are updated and well kept homes as well as homes in need of repairs and a lawn mower. The inside is gorgeous and updated. The kitchen is open and bright and the bathroom shower was amazing. Everything worked well. It is very close to Busch Gardens and USF. Gris is a fantastic host - very responsive during my entire stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

Overall great. Home was clean and location great for pets.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, yard.

This house was just what we needed for our week in Tampa. Convenient to downtown, Ybor City, USF and Busch Gardens. Nicely decorated and has a big back yard. A few steps to the river and a large park.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Seller G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friendly for kids and pets

This older but thoughtfully renovated home is tiled throughout, making it a good choice for guests with kids and dogs. We appreciated the host's flexibility in letting us bring both of our dogs. The fenced back yard was a bonus. Griselda's communication with us was excellent. The house is located in a non-gentrified neighborhood in the shadow of Busch Gardens. The street has an interesting mixture of large dream homes overlooking the river and rundown homes with appliances in the front yard. But you can't pick your neighbors, and if visiting Busch Gardens is an aim for your trip, you couldn't pick a more convenient spot. It's quiet, too. The beds are very comfortable. The back yard is full of gorgeous oaks with Spanish moss. But there's a small price for their beauty: They drop a lot of leaves and debris. We had to protect our food outside, and we vacuumed a couple times because the dogs tracked in debris on their paws. Four things would bump this listing up to a 5-star property: an additional pan for the kitchen because it has a double oven and only one sheet pan; extras like trash bags and food wraps for the kitchen; a new futon cushion in the living area; and blinds or wider curtains on the windows in the common areas. There are sheers, but you can see straight into the kitchen from the street at night. As a woman for whom safety is a priority, I felt a little uneasy at first. The bedroom windows are sufficiently covered. Overall, this was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding weekend

We enjoyed our stay at Griselda’s cottage. She kept in touch to make sure we were taken care of.I had difficulty at first, with the app lock, but it was probably user error. After that, a breeze to lock & secure. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great host and peaceful experience!

We had a great experience at this vacation rental! Griselda was a very helpful, responsive, professional, and friendly host. The house was charming and the backyard space was a wonderful escape for us. It was a great space for my family and our furbaby! I loved that the area was quiet with a calming view of the river. We would stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sofia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint little house

Really nice quiet street, the house was very close to where we needed to go and close to shops and restaurants. Very comfortable layout and the host was very attentive and sweet. We had everything we needed. Will def. Consider it next time we come to Tampa.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tampa Bay Trip

We enjoyed it!!! It was a great location very close to the parks.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim A.

Inside was nice

Overall ok
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Griselda was great!

Clean and spacious! Great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Bruce G., Merrimack, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

House was clean

The property is old and issues were sent to the owner to address. It is close to a park and six flags. The dead end street is quiet. The owner was responsive. It is near the river which is great to watch wildlife.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023