Location: Holiday, Florida Central West, Florida, USA (30 minutes from St. Petersburg & Tampa Airports)
Accommodations: Cottage Home, 2 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
This charming, comfortable, vacation home is located five minutes from quaint Tarpon Springs and its renowned Sponge Docks. An afternoon visit to Tarpon Springs will provide insight into the secrets of the Gulf of Mexico, not to mention the opportunity to relax in the street Cafes and dine on the foods of the Sea prepared in traditional Greek style.
Historic St. Petersburg and thriving Tampa are a quick 30 to 40 minute drive, offering all the sites, sounds, shopping, and interests that one would expect of modern cities.
For nature lovers, the area abounds in conservation areas and parks, all within cycling distance of your front door, and many more just a few minutes by car. The fishing is great!
Bicycling (his and hers provided) from your front door to the Gulf of Mexico is a ten minute jaunt and provides a relaxing restful view of nature and all its wonders along with the intrigue of local birds and Floridian wildlife in a natural setting. Local shopping is just minutes away, providing for all your holiday needs.
For the golfer, well just pick your game. Golf Courses abound all within minutes of your vacation cottage. River Ridge Golf and Country Club [public access] ten minutes. Tarpon Springs Golf and Country Club [public access] 25 minutes. Mango Grove Golf and Country Club 40 minutes [public access] - Just to name a few.
For the serious sun-seekers and "beach bums", there are numerous beaches of varying sizes and settings, each with its own characteristics and type of beachgoers, from 'fun and busy' to 'family and relaxed.' Howard’s Park Beach, Anclote River Park, Clearwater Beach, Sand Key Beach, St. Pete’s Beach, White Sands, Sun Shine and more are all within a quick drive from the front door.
Epcot and Disney, MGM Orlando is a two hour drive and makes a great Day Trip. Busch Gardens is just up the road 45 minutes and will provide all the excitement of a Great Theme Park. Cyprus Gardens in St. Petersburg, Florida’s oldest attraction, is presently being refurbished and will re-open for the 2005 season with its fantastic gardens better than ever and a Fun-land Theme Park with rides for all ages.
Rest up, read, relax, dine in or out, you pick where and when. Travel about or just take it easy in your own cottage back yard. The grounds are "park-like" with lovely gardens and trees providing your choice of sun or shade and privacy. You choose the activities of the day. It’s your holiday and you can set the pace. Do lots or just relax in the comfort of your own cottage. Now this is a "HOLIDAY!"
More Things to Do and See... All within Minutes of Your Cottage:
· Tarpon Springs
· New Port Richey
· Angel Cabaret Dinner Theatre
· Richey Sun Coast Live Theatre
· The Sun Coast Casino Cruise
· The City of Tampa and Tampa Bay
· Tampa Museum of the Arts
· Ruth Eckert Hall for Performing Arts
· Tampa Bay Lightning
· Tampa Bay Buccaneers
· Tampa Bay Devil Rays
· City of St. Petersburg, historical attractions and museums including Salvidor Dali, Art, the famous Holocaust Museum, and others
· St. Pete's Beaches
· Ybor City [the festival city]
· City of Clearwater and Beaches
· Dunedin [The Blue J’s]
· The Sun Coast Skyway Bridge
Cottage Amenities Include:
1. Fully Furnished
2. Central Air Conditioning
3. Linens
4. Two Bedrooms and Two Baths
5. Florida Sun Room [Third Bedroom]
6. Fully-Equipped Kitchen
7. Cable Television
8. 32" Flat Screen TV and DVD
9. 2nd TV and DVD in Master Bedroom
10. Stereo, Tuner, CD
11. Wifi Broadband Internet Service
12. Piano - Yamaha CLP280
13. Telephone Service
14. Accommodations for six adults
15. Secured car garage
16. Exercise equipment
17. 3 bicycles
Services We Can Arrange at Additional Cost:
1. Airport Pick up and Return Service
2. Pre-Order Groceries for basic needs
3. Stocking Beer Wine Liquor Soda Mix
4. Assistance with Car Rental off Airport (Off Airport Rentals may save 20% cost)
5. Pre-arrange Tee Off Times
6. Provide maps and directions to the Golf Courses and other attractions of your choice
ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:
* Reservations Require receipt of the rental for your stay. Wire funds address available. One Week Security Deposit required for New Guests staying for a short term.
* Longer term rates available.
* Oak Cottage is a private vacation home owned by, and offered for vacation rentals by, retired hoteliers. Advise us of your special requests and we will ensure a customized holiday for you!
Non Smoking Vacation Home.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 32" Flat Screen TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite): Master Bedroom Television with DVD
- DVD (2)
- Video Library: Variety of recent and classic movies
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Variety of classical and popular music
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone (3) : 2 portable phones; 1 fixed phone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Piano - Yamaha CLP280 Exercise Equipment (weights, mats) and 3 bicycles
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Small, well-trained domestic pets only
- Not Suitable for Children: Grounds are landscaped with bromeliads which have sharp thorns at their leaf tips. Some furnishings and entertainment equipment are breakable.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Enquire please.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Florida Lodging Tax 9% Extra. Payment by Bank Draft or by Wire.
Off Season ........... (May 1 - Nov 30):
$675 per week; $1400 per month.
In Season ........... (Dec 1 - Apr 30):
$825 per week; $1700 per month.
Enquire about rates for durations not quoted. Minimum fee 1 week's equivalent.
Security deposit for new customers $750.00.
Security deposit refundable upon satisfactory inspection at departure.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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- - Holiday, FL - Florida Cottage Home Rental - Just 30 minutes from St. Petersburg & Tampa Airports!
- - Holiday, FL - Florida Cottage Home Rental - Just 30 minutes from St. Petersburg & Tampa Airports!
- - Holiday, FL - Florida Cottage Home Rental - Just 30 minutes from St. Petersburg & Tampa Airports!
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Great holiday! and the house an ideal base. We managed to survive Hurricane Dennis! (Owner's Comment: Tropical thunderstorms are rare in England! So while Dennis went by whilst they were there, it was a distant storm ..... but apparently an exciting show of light and sound!)
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We have had a fabulous time! Great for a family. Central location for various activities: Disney, beaches, boat tours, acquariums. Thank you!
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February 2005: "We have enjoyed our month here. It has everything needed for a vacation. We'll be back next year for a month."
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March 2005: "We greatly enjoyed our time at Oak Cottage. It is so pleasant and cozy. We felt very much at home - - and relaxed....... Thank you so much for making us so welcome!!"
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January 2005: "We had a very good holiday and the house is very welcoming and cozy. Nothing could be better ...... Will come back soon!"
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January 2005: "Home away from home! A splendid cottage, comfortable and convenient in every way, to give us a great holiday."
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