Reviews for Tampa Vacation Rental - VRBO 291778 - 1 BR Florida Central West Cottage in FL, Old Florida - 1923 Cottage in National Historic District

Beautiful cottage in a lovely neighborhood!

Guest Alayne C.
Date of stay 04/25/13
Review Submitted 05/03/13

I had the pleasure of staying in this lovely cottage recently. It was perfect in every way. The owner, Henry, has an eye for detail. The amenities were truly special from the well stocked kitchen to the linens. This cottage is in a lovely neighborhood, convenient to the interstate as well as local restaurants. I particularly enjoyed The Refinery, a wonderful farm to table restaurant. Henry is a most charming and knowledgable host. And did I mention, Marie, the resident massage therapist? Absolutely divine. I am looking forward to visiting again and would recommend the cottage wholeheartedly.

Owner response: Many thanks for your review. So happy we met upon my return from consulting in Charleston. Look forward to seeing you again.

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Hansel and Gretle House

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Hansel and Gretle House

Guest Pauline & Onno, Bitshaven, Netherlands
Date of stay 03/17/13
Review Submitted 05/03/13

We had a wonderful stay in your very nice Hansel and Gretle house. To be in the middle of Old Seminole Heights was a great experience. Your information in the books you make available as well as conversations with you gave us a good plan for the possibilities to go out and explore Florida. It's been very nice talking with you at the end of the day or as we leave in the morning. We enjoyed the extras in the house, the nice bed, the cooking and the big organge (dutch color) beach towels. Thanks you Marta for making us feel at home in such a clean house. And last thanks for Thomas, the cat.

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Loved the area, so we bought a house

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Loved the area, so we bought a house

Guest Migalia & Jerry, Spring Lake, MI
Date of stay 03/03/13
Review Submitted 03/17/13

Thank you so much Henry for sharing your precious cottage with us. We were so happy and serene here that we've decided we would love to have a Craftsman cottage! So we bought a home in the area until our dream is hopefully fulfilled. We had all the amenities and then some. Great location. We loved sharing with you and wish we had more time. Our son's wedding was blessed and so were we to stay with you for two weeks. Will send you pics. Hope to return. Loved your kitty and the geco lizards.

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Short Stay - Wonderful Cottage

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Short Stay - Wonderful Cottage

Guest Colin & Naomi, Cobourgh, Ontario
Date of stay 02/24/13
Review Submitted 03/17/13

Thanks Henry for providing such a wonderful cottage for our short stay in Tampa. The cottage has all the touches of home, especially a kitchen furnished with all the cooking needs and spices necessary. Thanks again

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Thanks for Everything

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Thanks for Everything

Guest Dana & Greg, Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date of stay 02/17/13
Review Submitted 03/17/13

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Erehwon Retreat cottage. Small but met most of our needs. Good location except its 25 miles to a beach:( We had a wonderful day at Caladesi State Park Island. The Golf in the area was perfect (the Claw at USF, Northdale, Rogers Park. Good shopping all within driving range. AND, we had perfect weather:)

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Wonderfull stay in EREHWON RETRAIT

Guest katia c.
Date of stay 02/03/13
Review Submitted 02/12/13

Mon mari et moi avons passe un séjour remarquable à Erehwonretreat. Nous avons était séduit par ce charmant bungalow et son quartier très paisible. Henry le propriétaire est très accueillant et toujours disponible si besoin est. Nous recommandons grandement cet endroit a quiconque désirant séjourner a Tampa. My husband and i had a remarkable time at Erehwonretreat. We have been seduced by this charming Bungalow and its quiet neighborhood. Henry the owner is very welcoming and always available if we need. We strongly recommend this place to anybody willing to stay in Tampa. Seb and Katia

Owner response: Many thanks Katia. I don't know if our arts and craft cottage or weather in the mid 70's seduced you but we so enjoyed having you with us this winter and look forward to your return.

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Bike Riding

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Bike Riding

Guest Patty - Vancouver, WA
Date of stay 01/21/13
Review Submitted 01/28/13

Tampa has been a great stay for me, seven days of bike riding with new friends. Wonderful restaurants - Ella's yum! Chihully Collection - wonderful. And each evening to come back and relax and sink into a wonderfully comfortable bed at Erehwon Retreat. Life doesn't get better than this. Thanks for the unique stay in Tampa, Henry.

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Awesome Bed

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Awesome Bed

Guest Dave & Kathie, Terre Haute, IL
Date of stay 01/01/13
Review Submitted 01/13/13

Thanks for a wonderful stay! We definitely appreciated all the special amenities and attention to detail to make our stay so comfortable. All was immaculate and in your absence Henry, Marie and Marta made sure we were well taken care of. The information in the cottage and your welcome book for restaurants, trails etc were SO complete. It was certainly convenient to our daughter as well. We enjoyed the quiet, laid back neighborhood and some wonderful walks. All the pictures from home in Indiana showed lots of snow! So it was wonderful to enjoy Tampa weather. Only place we've ever stayed with a stocked refrigerator and all the extras in the cabinets. Forgot to mention how awesome the bedding and towels were!!!

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Amazing Find

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Amazing Find

Guest Pat, Rochester, NY
Date of stay 12/16/12
Review Submitted 12/24/12

My husband and I wanted something different for lodging on this trip to Florida and we found it. The cottage is a small relaxing haven with all the amenities we needed, Dvds, large soft towels, travel guides, and free coffee. The kitchen include a cook top, microwave and a French press for morning coffee. We enjoyed a relaxing breakfast every morning while planning our day's activities. The bed was luxurious. The location is an old urban city neighbor with dog walkers, a local park and restaurants and easy access to the expressway to see all that Tampa has to offer. Henry provided tips on the best places to eat and we were not disappointed. I highly recommend this little cottage for a great getaway experience.

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Wonderful Cottage

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Wonderful Cottage

Guest Aime, Tampa & Louisiana
Date of stay 11/25/12
Review Submitted 01/01/13

My father visited for Thanksgiving and stayed at the cottage, which is near my home in Tampa. The cottage was clean, comfortable and well appointed. The kitchen was both well equipped and spacious enough to have others over for a meal whether prepared on site or brought in. The outside space was nicely landscaped and peaceful. The location was great: easy access to major roads, close to downtown, near to shops, restaurants and great walking in the surrounding neighborhood. Henry made us feel very welcome and was extremely patient and accommodating while we sorted out arrival and departure dates! We thought it was an excellent value and would not hesitate in recommending this great cottage to friends and family! Thanks again for the memorable holiday weekend.

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WOW

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WOW

Guest Kristen & Gayle, Rochester, MN
Date of stay 10/05/12
Review Submitted 10/18/12

What an awesome week! My mom and I got to spend the week together and your place was a big bonus! While here we got to meet Macy my new niece, and hit my favorite new beach, Pass a Grille. Love it! And my favorite shop Marions on 4th. in St. Petersburg. Thank you for opening your cottage to us. It was perfect! You didn't miss anything. Love, Love, Love, it. Until next time. From Minnesota, you bettcha:)

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It's the small touches

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It's the small touches

Guest John & Kay, Portage, MI
Date of stay 09/24/12
Review Submitted 10/18/12

Henry, Thank you for all of the small touches - details that made our stay in your lovely cottage so enjoyable. We LOVED the neighborhood and enjoyed our walks here. We hope the neighbors didn't mind our gawking and picture takings. Beautiful!.

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Great Stay at the Cottage

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Great Stay at the Cottage

Guest Joe and Lil, McGaheysville, VA
Date of stay 09/01/12
Review Submitted 09/09/12

Thank you for the hospitality you and your staff aptly demonstrated. Lil and I come to Tampa often to see our daughter and while this was our first time at the cottage we will certainly be back. We very much liked the touches you provided which shows your commitment to your guests.

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Wonderful

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Wonderful

Guest Jennifer, San Diego, CA
Date of stay 08/01/12
Review Submitted 08/07/12

Erehwon Retreat is a true gem in the center of the historic Seminole Heights neighborhood of Tampa. Owner Henry Young has captured the nostalgia of the 1920s bungalow lifestyle while providing the modern conveniences that we have come to expect in making our travels easy and enjoyable. I loved the dark roast coffee, French press, and breakfast items - very nice touch for those of us arriving late at night. A true home away from home, this immaculate cottage is cozy and gorgeous in every detail. The property is lush and quiet, but it is centrally located near restaurants, downtown, the local universities, area beaches, and other attractions. The beaches of West Coast Florida are a true treasure - and there are plenty of oversized beach towels to gently nudge you to Honeymoon Island, Captiva, or St. Pete Beach, my personal favorites. A quiet night in is also possible thanks to the cottage's full kitchen and modern appliances, eclectic collection of DVDs, free wifi, and a comfortable living room and front porch for relaxing. I hosted a small gathering of local friends during my visit and we were all quite comfortable mingling between the kitchen and living room with our snacks and wine (they were all equally impressed with the cottage). Best of all, Henry is not only a gracious host, but a wonderful conversationalist and valuable source of local information, no matter your interests. His cat Thomas (he doesn't come inside the cottage) is equally erudite. I give a strong recommendation to stay here whenever your travels take you to the Tampa Bay region and you are looking for something truly unique. --

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Most Enjoyable

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Most Enjoyable

Guest Kevin & Leslie Waynesboro VA
Date of stay 07/22/12
Review Submitted 07/31/12

We anticipated our stay at ErehwonRetreat from the moment we booked it. Our every expectation was met. Leslie and I are not hotel or resort travelers, we enjoy staying in neighborhoods and getting to know an area. This find of fine accommodation is exactly what we love. From the awesome historic area, to the small businesses, to the natural beauty of the region, our senses were sated! A couple of highlights: Lettuce Lake Park is great with miles of nature trails and a cypress swamp board walk. The Independent is a great place for a local or craft beer and within a few blocks of the cottage. Ft. DeSoto & Honeymoon Island State Parks are well worth the price of admission. The Sunday Drum Circle at sunset at Treasure Island is quite a spectacle with folks of all ages and walks of life! Especially, we enjoyed and thank our marvelous host, Henry - yet another treasure to Old Seminole Heights. Thanks

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Everything was Perfect

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Everything was Perfect

Guest Jorge, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Date of stay 05/26/12
Review Submitted 06/09/12

Muchas gracias por tu hospitalidad. Todo resuto perfects, la casa, tus recommendaciones, el servicio. Realmente fue unplaces vivir aca estas vacacones. Un gran abrazo.

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Great Comfy Bed and Well Stocked Kitchen

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Great Comfy Bed and Well Stocked Kitchen

Guest Donna and Randy Puyallup, WA
Date of stay 05/05/12
Review Submitted 05/13/12

Wow..I am so glad that we found your cottage on Homeaway and that I cancelled our prior reservation. This has been just what we had hoped for. Super clean, great location, and a friendly, hospitable owner. Everyday that we returned to Erehwon we felt instantly relaxed and at "home." Its so peaceful here and all of the thoughtfulness in the details was very much appreciated by the both of us. I also had the pleasure of meeting Marie and getting one of her incredible massages! Our conversation during the massage was also a lot of fun:) Henry you've truly thought of everything from chocolate on the nightstands, robes, slippers, to generously stocking the fridge and use of the laundry facilities. Thanks for all of your recommendations that you made, they were excellent. LOVE Taco Bus! Thank you also for your extreme kindness and for having such a wonderful retreat available. We enjoyed our stay immensely and hope one day to return.

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Terrific Find

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Terrific Find

Guest Joan and Ed Birch Birchrunville, PA
Date of stay 03/12/12
Review Submitted 05/13/12

Thanks so much for providing such a wonderful oasis in Tampa. A lot of care and thought went into the comfort and amentities you provide.

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Wonderful Stay

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Wonderful Stay

Guest Brenda & Lynsey, Donasheder, Northern Ireland
Date of stay 03/04/12
Review Submitted 03/12/12

My daughter and I had a truly wonderful stay in the cottage. Lynsey enjoyed her walks in the morning while I stayed on in the "too comfortable" bed. We enjoyed visiting the local attractions, even the Drive In movie. We don't have them in Northern Ireland (I wonder why!!). Henry thank you for your help, nothing seemed to be too much trouble, from Lynsey walk suggestions to her Vegan diet. Thanks also to Marie who in your absence was a great help.

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Such a comfortable place

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Such a comfortable place

Guest Carol & Red, Chicago, IL
Date of stay 02/12/12
Review Submitted 02/26/12

We enjoyed our stay at Erehwon Retreat very much. Such a comfortable place, made us feel right at home. The convenient location was much appreciated for our daily trips to the varied attractions in Tampa Bay (Tarpon Springs, St. Petersburg, Sarasota in addition to the city's many offerings). Thanks for all of the extras provided for us and the many helpful hints for our daily jaunts. We enjoyed visiting with Henry, and thanks also for introducing Samuel Butler's utopia to me!

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Perfect Location

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Perfect Location

Guest Pam & Chris, Halifax, NS
Date of stay 02/06/12
Review Submitted 02/26/12

Thanks to Henry and Marta for a comfy cottage... perfect location for us to call home base on our adventures... Busch Gardens, Sea World, the Ringling Museum (AMAZING), Clearwater Beach, Dali Musuem, Lowry Zoo. Would do it all again. Loved the "Front Porch" and terrific servie and the best steaks we've had in sometime. Back to the snow of beautiful Nova Scotia.. Hope to return for a retreat in the future.

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I Didn't Want to Leave

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I Didn't Want to Leave

Guest Holly
Date of stay 02/05/12
Review Submitted 02/05/12

Situated in a lovely historic neighborhood, surrounded by lush Florida vegetation- beautiful vines, Spanish Moss hanging from the trees, and plants that we in Seattle try to keep alive inside our houses grow wild everywhere. The cottage itself is picture perfect and extremely comfortable. The attention to detail was truly impressive. Fluffy towels, robes, slippers, eye-makeup remover... The list goes on. The kitchen was thoughtfully stocked and the cottage had the best collection of dvds.

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Perfect Place to Stay

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Perfect Place to Stay

Guest Holly & Kevin - Seattle
Date of stay 01/21/12
Review Submitted 01/22/12

We could not have hoped for a more perfect place to stay! The cottage is adorable and every detail attended to. The neighborhood was our favorite in Tampa. We loved Thomas, the cat! Loved the lush vegitation... Henry was very helpful with directions and suggestions. Wish we could have stayed longer. Sad to leave! PS bed was SUPER comfy.

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The Perfect GetAway from Family Holiday Madness

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The Perfect GetAway from Family Holiday Madness

Guest Tiffany and Fabienne
Date of stay 12/30/11
Review Submitted 01/07/12

It was wonderful to have such an accommodating place to sleep and rest. The cottage is perfect and we truly had a great time. Now back to France.

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Stetching a Short Finnish Golf Season in Florida

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Stetching a Short Finnish Golf Season in Florida

Guest Haaring and Pekka (Helsinki, Finland)
Date of stay 10/30/11
Review Submitted 11/19/11

Erewhon was an excellent base for us. Erewhon can boast of a numerous golf courses in Tampa Bay, many of them within less than 45 minutes drive. We felt very comfortable in the cozy little cottage. Having had similar kinds of accommodations in other countries I must say many things were above my expectations: kitchen:cupboards filled with spices, pasta, coffee, tea. Fridge with milk, butter, fresh Florida juices. Bathroom delights: makeup remover and cotton swaps. Even towels and bed linens whee changed as in a 5 star hotel.

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Very Enjoyable

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Very Enjoyable

Guest Pat and Derek
Date of stay 10/26/11
Review Submitted 11/19/11

Thank you Henry for all your help and also for having the kitchen so well stocked for our arrival something not usually encountered. Loved the neighborhood with all the bungalows and beautiful trees. We can recommend both The Front Porch and Ellas for dinner and we were able to walk to both. Also enjoyed a day at the zoo and sitting on the deck with a glass of wine and petting Thomas the cat.

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We Could Not Improve

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We Could Not Improve

Guest Sue and John
Date of stay 09/06/11
Review Submitted 11/19/11

This is a delightful place, comfortable and attractive, with lots of interesting features dotted around. It has been a great base for us in Tampa while visiting family members. Erehwon Retreat introduced us to a new part of town we had not known of before.

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"A Secluded Getaway"

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"A Secluded Getaway"

Guest Dominique and Alex
Date of stay 08/20/11
Review Submitted 08/24/11

"Erehwon Retreat is located in a lovely historic neighborhood surrounded by beautiful landscaping and large shady trees. The attention to detail and the personal touches provided by the proprietor, Henry Young, are unmatched in my opinion.The cottage we stayed in was immaculate,the kitchen was equipped with everything we might need including a well stocked refrigerator.The bedroom was extremely comfortable and the bath was furnished with luxurious towels, robes and slippers.The decor was lovely with great respect to the style of the architecture.Area attractions, beaches and restaurants are easily reached by car. Erehwon is a quiet and secluded spot for anyone who wishes to depart from the large hotel atmosphere, it feels like home."

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Two Stays and One more to come

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Two Stays and One more to come

Guest Suzanne & James
Date of stay 08/05/11
Review Submitted 08/09/11

Our two stays at the cottage have been very good and I would recommend staying at Erehwon Retreat. The cottage is immaculate! Thanks for putting in the new floor in the bathroom since our May 6-14, 2011 visit, it is great. This was our first experience using the French Press Coffee maker and Henry has all the instructions to make great Starbucks coffee. I love the Seminole Heights neighborhood with the tall oak trees draped with Spanish moss line and canopy the streets. On a hot day in Summer I walked around the neighborhood and enjoyed my day under the coolness provided by the beautiful trees. We enjoyed the Harry Potter movie in the IMAX Dome at MOSI [Museum of Science & Industry] - something for everyone to enjoy (www.mosi.org.). We enjoyed some good food at these interesting places: Colombian Restaurant Seminole Heights 6416 N. Florida Avenue Arco Iris Restaurant - Cuban Cuisine, 3328 West Columbus Drive, Tampa Acropolis 14947 Bruce B Downs Blvd # 100, Tampa - great salads - Greek Food Mauricio Faedo's Bakery Seminole Heights 5150 N Florida Avenue -- great bread & guava turnovers/treats Our main reason for the trip is ballroom dance lessons with Chris Skates and Kathryn Schaeffer - champion dancers and instructors at Rhapsody Ballroom in Temple Terrace. Besides enjoying Seminole Heights area we enjoyed ballroom dance lessons, movies in the IMAX Dome, good food, and Henry's hospitality. Oh, and Thomas showed up to say hi a couple times to make my day!

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Wonderful bungalow in Tampa

Guest Andrew M.
Date of stay 06/26/11
Review Submitted 07/05/11

We stayed during a combination business trip and get-away. The cottage is in a very cute neighborhood. It is is amazing shape, clean, and everything that we could have wanted including several items in the refrig were provided. Henry was wonderful he was a great resource for local gyms, restaurants, and other attractions. The home is just a bit north of downtown and easy to reach downtown Tampa in 10 minutes even at rush hour. We were very happy with all aspects of our stay and hope to return again in the future. Would recommend completely to anyone.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Andrew, I am always honored when we have a Doctor's review citing our cleanliness. It was great to have you visit and so pleased that everything met or exceeded your expectations.

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A quiet retreat

Guest Kay
Date of stay 04/23/11
Review Submitted 05/30/11

We completely enjoyed our week in this cottage. Though small, it is very comfortable for two people. It is very clean and well maintained with a well stocked kitchen. They even supply you with a few grocery items so you don't need to run to the store as soon as you arrive. Henry is a wonderful host and has great suggestions for things to do and places to go. All of his recommendations were "right on" and helped to make our visit to Tampa even more enjoyable.

Recommended for: Age 55+, sightseeing.

Owner response: Enjoyed your visit and many thanks for your thoughts. Hope to see you again in the winter Kay, you'll love it even more.

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Guest Ken
Date of stay 03/13/11
Review Submitted 03/31/11

The Cottage is part of a two building residential grouping with Henry officing in one building and renting out the other two. The Cottage is the smaller unit and is fully self-contained with bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and front room. None of the rooms are exceptionally large but they are quite sufficient for two persons. The unit is very well appointed including personal art work touches by Henry. Appliances and cutlery, etc. are first class if you want to eat in. The location is in an older part of Tampa, quite close to a freeway which we used to get us into town or to the beaches. It is a very quiet site with many birds in the area. Henry was there to make suggestions regarding what we should see (being our first time in Tampa) and where we should eat. Would suggest you follow his suggestions as we did and were never disappointed, especially including a local Mexican restaurant which was outstanding and at local prices. We were there for 6 nights and left reluctantly to continue our trip. With the personal touch which Henry offers (when asked) and on a value for money basis, you cannot beat this spot.

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"Hidden Treasure in Tampa"

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"Hidden Treasure in Tampa"

Guest Donna, Michigan
Date of stay 02/19/11
Review Submitted 03/21/11

My husband and I recently stayed in the cottage at the Erehwon Retreat in the historic Old Seminole district of Tampa. The neighborhood was full of 1920's bungalows and some really good restaurants nearby. Starbucks was located a few blocks away and made for a great walk first thing in the morning. Accessibility to major highways was convenient and, while nearby, there was no highway noise. The owner was most gracious and the accommodations were charming. We usually choose a different place to stay in Florida each year, but we are leaning toward going back to Erehwon Retreat again. It felt like a week of making our home in Tampa instead of being on vacation, it was very difficult to go home!

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Home Away From Home

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Home Away From Home

Guest Donna & Bill
Date of stay 02/16/11
Review Submitted 02/26/11

We enjoyed our stay very much at Erehwon Retreat. I am crazy about bungalows and loved the morning walk to Starbucks wandering through the neighborhood. We were very comfortable here, it felt like our home away from home. We visited Ft. DeSoto State Park, Flatwoods Park, Caladesi - Honeymoon Islands, played golf at the Tampa Bay Golf Course & Country Club, Ybor City. Fabulous meal at The Columbia. Loved the local places we visited: Front Porch was our favorite. Ella's was also very good, the BBQ was delicious. We definitely hope to come back! And Thomas is a cool cat. Cappy's Pizza was quite good:)

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Very Comfortable

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Very Comfortable

Guest Joan & Dave
Date of stay 02/01/11
Review Submitted 02/19/11

My husband and I came from Altoona, PA and stayed three weeks at the cottage. It was a very pleasant home away from home. Very comfortable, clean & quiet. Henry makes sure his guests feel welcome. Thank you for going out of your way to order a new book on bike trails in Central FL. While we were here we cycled over 320 miles. Our favorite were Withtacooshee, Pinellas & Flatwoods trails. All were different, but all were very enjoyable. We also rode to Honeymoon Island off the Pinellas trail. It was a lovely ride to and around the island. All in all, we have a very good visit. Thank you for everything Henry.

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Guest Guido & Gianna
Date of stay 12/06/10
Review Submitted 12/15/10

In spite of the cold spell we hit visiting Tampa and St. Petersburg, we saw what we came for, and at the end of the day it was nice to go back to your cottage and enjoy the "hominess" of Erehwon. It was so nice to get up in the morning and enjoy your "Henry special" coffee piping hot from the french coffee machine. In the evening, tasting various teas from the selection you provided. It was a short visit, but we will remember fondly Erehwon an its quiet surroundings. When you feel at home, there is nothing else you need! We felt really welcome.

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Guest Ron
Date of stay 11/15/10
Review Submitted 12/01/10

I wanted to wait until the deposit transaction cleared before any feedback. It cleared today. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay there and you certainly should be proud of what you have created there. The minor disappointment was the freezer capacity (Proprietor Note Hilo Hotel Refrigerator.) Thanks for putting such a unique place together and letting me share it. That was my first visit to Florida and my next visit will be in the Miami area, and I am hoping I will find something as nice (and unique) as your place.

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Erehwon November 2010

Guest Kathy
Date of stay 11/10/10
Review Submitted 11/20/10

The cottage meet all our expectations and more! The pictures and descriptions are exactly as stated and while we did not get to meet Henry, our host, (we are looking foward to meeting him next time!) we did get to meet Thomas and of course Marie. Marie is not only the care taker of the cottage when Henry is away, she will become your care taker! Marie was there when we arrived, showed us all around the cottage (there was also a detailed letter from Henry to explain eveything) and when we found out she was a Massage Therapist, we scheduled a wonderful massage that we so enjoyed, we had another before we left! When you go to Tampa it should be the only place you consider, it will be the place we come back to in the not too distant future! Be sure to treat yourself to Erehwon and don't forget a Massage!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Ahh, Kathy, I see you posted once on VBRO and once on Home Away. Thanks for the extra effort to express your satisfaction with Erehwon.

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Erehwon November 2010

Guest Kathy
Date of stay 11/10/10
Review Submitted 11/20/10

Erehwon Cottage is a perfect place to stay! We spent 5 nights there and felt safe and comfortable. It is in an excellent location for all the attractions Tampa has to offer and it was a wonderful "home" to come back to each evening. We did not have the opportunity to meet Henry, but Marie met us and made sure we had everything we needed, including a great Massage. She is an excellent and talented Massage Therapist and we so enjoyed our massage on our second night, we had another the night before we left! Make sure you treat yourself to this special place!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Kathy, Thanks for the review. Sorry my consulting took me out of town, particularly given our common interests. Looking forward to your return visit in April. Marie is honored by your review.

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Guest Nancy
Date of stay 10/18/10
Review Submitted 12/15/10

Pretty Perfect, even the weather was great!

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Lovely Place, Great Time

Guest Teresa
Date of stay 09/06/10
Review Submitted 09/25/10

The Tampa area has so much to do that we really didn't spend much time in the cottage, although I would have liked to do so. The cottage is charming and comfortable. The bed was wonderful; I don't think I've slept so well on my mattress at home. The neighborhood was quiet, but so close to everything - it was ideal. Henry is a most gracious host, so helpful and interesting. Thanks for everything, Henry!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Teresa, A pleasure to have "real culture vultures" visiting. So impressed to see where all you got to visit and delighted that you loved the Ringling Museum in Sarasota. Hope you enjoy my restaurant suggestion for your next visit to Amelia Island. Best to Ken.

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Erewhon--Tampa, FL

Guest PaulaS
Date of stay 08/24/10
Review Submitted 09/06/10

My daughter and I found the cottage to be close and easily accessible to the City of Tampa where she was beginning college. Being distanced from the hustle & bustle of Tampa, Erehwon provided a more relaxed environment in which to stay. Kitchen facilities are always a plus when staying away from home even if they are only used for simple breakfasts. However, Erewhon was stocked such that we could have made elaborate meals if we chose to do so. Further, though we didn't use the laundry facilities, I felt that the availability was an added bonus. The cottage was comfortable, very clean and well-maintained. We had everything we needed, and more, for our stay.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thanks for your review Paula. Absolutely delighted to have you and your daughter visit. It's clear she will be an outstanding addition to the incoming freshman class at University of Tampa.

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It's the little things

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It's the little things

Guest Calvin and Kate, Ft. Myers ,FL
Date of stay 07/26/10
Review Submitted 07/26/10

It is all the little extras you include that makes Erehwon so much more than a turn-key rental. What a pleasant experience. Thank you for your hospitality.

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It is a dream about a cottage

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It is a dream about a cottage

Guest Nan, Chico Hills, CA
Date of stay 07/22/10
Review Submitted 07/26/10

Under the overarching trees, sun-drapped where colors roll out complementing each other like music notes Where necessities and romance contemplating on each other merge into a dialogue, prolonged, rippled by the breeze The long lost fine-winged descending comes back to visit the living, lines go surely framing views The viewer turning around becomes a picture within the frames, objects murmur each finding its quiet spot. The cottage is dreaming

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The Perfect Balance

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The Perfect Balance

Guest Laurie Franklin, TN
Date of stay 07/14/10
Review Submitted 07/26/10

There is a thoughtfulness reflected here that lends itself to the aspect of ourselves that calls on us to rise to our better and higher aims and bends itself to a personal and yet universal sense of humility and gratitude. I expected this place to suit me perfectly and it does. Erehwon is a magical place. It it a homey place. It is a little miniature house. It is a safe place, a quiet place, and a place where a person can rest, relax, recharge or simply be based and race about from knowing that upon return Erehwon awaits. It is a refuge from the chaos. It is an oasis amidst the madness. I feel that the setting alone, the old trees, old houses, old part of town, funky street life, proximity to everything and every place a visitor to the area would want to get to - makes this retreat truly that a more.

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A Dream Oasis

Guest Angel
Date of stay 07/07/10
Review Submitted 12/12/10

Discovering this idyllic cottage in the heart of one of the most hip-funky sections of one of the most delicious cities in the US was truly as satisfying as waking up to find your dream come true after years of living in a desert and only imagining the paradise. Simply put, it is the best place to stay in Tampa. It may well be my favorite place I have ever stayed. I cannot wait to go back. The proprietor knows how to read his guests well and that makes for each guest having his own version of red carpet rolled out. I felt practically like family. The place was spotless. The neighborhood, beautiful, and to walk it is to wander through a novel. When it comes to any museum or sight or restaurant recommended by the man, take his advice! He does his homework and he shares his wealth of knowledge. It is a tiny bit of a charmer's hut but first class in every respect. A mansion could not give you more of anything except space. I am longing to be there now. So, don't take my dates! There is only one dream-escape, utopian Erehwon in Tampa and I want it all for myself!!!!

Owner response: Too too kind, so happy that you are looking for new dates. But we're booked solid til mid March at this time.

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Wonderful stay!

Guest toothfairy
Date of stay 07/03/10
Review Submitted 07/30/10

Thank you for a great place to stay!! The cottage was just as lovely in person as it is in the pictures. My husband and I felt that we got a great place to stay for a very reasonable price!! Great experience, I would definitely recommend staying here. We truly enjoyed the time we spent at Erehwon Retreat. Thank you again!!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Owner response: Amanda, Many thanks to you and Eric. Happy you enjoyed your stay. Look forward to seeing you again in the future.

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Great native Florida stay!

Guest Nice respite
Date of stay 06/17/10
Review Submitted 08/19/10

What a beautiful, serene place to have spent part of my vacation. The place is immaculate in vision and surroundings. The perfect host for questions and information on not only the cottage and the surroundings but also a plethora of information on many subjects. I was intrigued regarding the info on the big house. Everything was interesting and beautiful down to the tiles on the fence--what an amazing idea. Inside every comfort you could ask for and the bed just enveloped you for a great nights rest. The beach is not very far and beautiful for a sunset! I recommend this property highly to anyone who wants not just a place to stay but actually an experience. It is a very clean, wonderfully furnished, renovated cottage that is simply wonderful. And don’t forget the egg poacher!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Bettye, Enjoyed your visit. Thanks for the review. Marta, Erehwon's housekeeper will appreciate your compliments.

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Best place to stay in Tampa!

Guest dws
Date of stay 06/05/10
Review Submitted 12/14/10

I was there in the spring of 2010 to study for and take my pathology boards...it's quiet, and incredibly comfortable. Henry has led a very interesting life and has some great stories to tell. There is no better place to stay in Tampa... it's close to everything and the bed is more comfortable than my own. There is a lot of thought put into every detail of the cottage and it shows. I look forward to visiting again!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Dear Dr., Many thanks for your comments. It was very nice to have you at Erehwon for your Pathology Board preparation and examination. You worked steady and hard but very happy to see you got the beach at the end of the afternoons and that the deck and front porch were so conducive to concentration. Look forward to your return visit.

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Mother's Day 2010

Guest Columbia, MD
Date of stay 05/07/10
Review Submitted 06/04/10

Unedited Transcript from note left in cottage by Laura and Tom, Columbia, MD: "Thank you for the pleasant conversations, advice/coaching re: financial planning. We'd enjoy following through on such rich opportunities. Our only regret is spending so little time here. We would like more walking around the neighborhood, more time at the juice bar (one block away), more sleeping in, more quiet time and more writing time. We'd also have more meals made here. As it has been, we had both dinner and a breakfast at the magical Mexican, Taco Bus! Great food highly sought after. Tom and I hope to be back soon to visit with you and Thomas. We love the nautical images, clean lines and trim, and the pottery!"

Owner response: Laura & Tom, I genuinely appreciated your suggestions for the cottage, yes, we've added all your suggestions. Great conversations. Look forward to seeing you soon.

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Traveler Reviews (56)

Beautiful cottage in a lovely neighborhood!

Beautiful cottage in a lovely neighborhood!

Hansel and Gretle House

Hansel and Gretle House

Loved the area, so we bought a house

Loved the area, so we bought a house

Short Stay - Wonderful Cottage

Short Stay - Wonderful Cottage

Thanks for Everything

Thanks for Everything

Wonderfull stay in EREHWON RETRAIT

Wonderfull stay in EREHWON RETRAIT

Bike Riding

Bike Riding

Awesome Bed

Awesome Bed

Amazing Find

Amazing Find

Wonderful Cottage

Wonderful Cottage

WOW

WOW

It's the small touches

It's the small touches

Great Stay at the Cottage

Great Stay at the Cottage

Wonderful

Wonderful

Most Enjoyable

Most Enjoyable

Everything was Perfect

Everything was Perfect

Great Comfy Bed and Well Stocked Kitchen

Great Comfy Bed and Well Stocked Kitchen

Terrific Find

Terrific Find

Wonderful Stay

Wonderful Stay

Such a comfortable place

Such a comfortable place

Perfect Location

Perfect Location

I Didn't Want to Leave

I Didn't Want to Leave

Perfect Place to Stay

Perfect Place to Stay

The Perfect GetAway from Family Holiday Madness

The Perfect GetAway from Family Holiday Madness

Stetching a Short Finnish Golf Season in Florida

Stetching a Short Finnish Golf Season in Florida

Very Enjoyable

Very Enjoyable

We Could Not Improve

We Could Not Improve

"A Secluded Getaway"

"A Secluded Getaway"

Two Stays and One more to come

Two Stays and One more to come

Wonderful bungalow in Tampa

Wonderful bungalow in Tampa

A quiet retreat

A quiet retreat

&quot;Hidden Treasure in Tampa&quot;

&quot;Hidden Treasure in Tampa&quot;

Home Away From Home

Home Away From Home

Very Comfortable

Very Comfortable

Erehwon November 2010

Erehwon November 2010

Erehwon November 2010

Erehwon November 2010

Lovely Place, Great Time

Lovely Place, Great Time

Erewhon--Tampa, FL

Erewhon--Tampa, FL

It's the little things

"Hidden Treasure in Tampa"

"Hidden Treasure in Tampa"