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Heated Pool & Game Room, Sleeps 10 | King Suite, 9 Min to Busch Gardens

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A single-story house with a covered patio area.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a bench.
A backyard with a swimming pool, a covered seating area, and a wooden fence.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted artwork, a bedside table, and a tray with a bottle and glasses.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, New World Brewery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, New World Music Hall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Babe Zaharias Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Heated Pool & Game Room, Sleeps 10 | King Suite, 9 Min to Busch Gardens

A renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath North Tampa home for up to 10 guests with a private heated pool. Busch Gardens is 9 minutes away, ZooTampa 8. A heated pool, game tables and a fenced yard make it a fit for theme-park weeks, family trips and small reunions.

The living room opens straight into the recreation area, so the pool table and ping pong table are part of the main space. Out back, a heated in-ground pool is ringed with seating, with a covered patio, grill and gazebo in a fully fenced yard. Three bedrooms plus a bed in the living room sleep 10, a 5-minute walk from Forest Hills Park.

BEDROOMS & BATHS (3 BR / 2 BA)
★ Bedroom 1, master suite: king bed with ensuite bath (shower)
★ Bedroom 2: queen bed, smart TV
★ Bedroom 3: queen bed plus a bunk bed, smart TV, lots of natural light
★ Living room: one extra bed for guests 9 and 10
Bedroom 3 is reached through Bedroom 2; the two rooms connect.
Sleeping math: king, 2 queens, a bunk bed and the living-room bed = up to 10 guests.
2 full baths for up to 10 guests: the master has a shower-only ensuite. The guest bath has a tub-and-shower combo and a vanity, and serves everyone else.
Washer and dryer in the home.

KITCHEN & DINING
★ Full kitchen for group breakfasts and dinners
★ Dining space in the open living area

OUTSIDE
★ Private heated in-ground pool with seating all around it; pool heat is a $35-per-night add-on
★ Outdoor patio with a grill and furniture, plus a gazebo
★ Fully fenced backyard
★ Driveway parking
★ Exterior security cameras

GAME ROOM & EXTRAS
★ Pool table and ping pong table in the recreation area beside the living room
★ Smart TVs in bedrooms 2 and 3
★ Wi-Fi at 500+ Mbps
★ Dogs welcome, up to 3 (50 lbs each), with a pet fee

BEST FOR
★ Busch Gardens and ZooTampa weeks, both under 10 minutes away
★ One family or two couples with kids: king suite for the parents, bunk room for the kids
★ Hard Rock Casino weekends, 11 minutes away
★ Groups of 6–8 who want a pool and a game room without paying for a bigger house

MAY NOT BE THE RIGHT FIT IF
★ You are 10 adults who each want a bedroom door. Guests 9 and 10 sleep in the living room, and Bedroom 3 is reached through Bedroom 2.
★ You expect a warm pool in winter without paying for heat; the electric heater raises the water 15–20°F above the day's low
★ You are planning a party. This is a quiet residential street with quiet hours 10 pm–8 am.

GETTING AROUND (drive times, off-peak)
★ Forest Hills Park: 5-minute walk
★ ZooTampa at Lowry Park: 8 minutes
★ Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: 9 minutes
★ Yuengling Brewery: 9 minutes
★ Adventure Island: 10 minutes
★ USF Botanical Garden: 10 minutes
★ Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI): 11 minutes
★ Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino: 11 minutes
★ Tampa International Airport (TPA): 15–20 minutes
★ Lettuce Lake Regional Park: 20 minutes
★ St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE): 25–30 minutes

BEFORE YOU BOOK
Your smart-lock code arrives 24 hours before arrival. After booking we send a short rental agreement and ID check; it takes a few minutes. Fees are listed in "Other things to note".

We manage 100+ homes across Tampa Bay and answer messages in minutes. We'd love to host you.

GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
★ Setting: a quiet residential street in North Tampa. Quiet hours are 10 pm–8 am. Check-in 4 PM, check-out 10 AM.
★ Pool heat: $35 per night for the whole stay, added at booking. The electric heater raises the water 15–20°F above the day's low, so a 50°F morning means a 65–70°F pool. Heat cannot be switched on or off mid-stay.
★ Bathrooms & beds: 2 full baths for up to 10 guests across 3 bedrooms. Guests 9 and 10 use the living-room bed, and Bedroom 3 is reached through Bedroom 2.
★ Pets: dogs welcome, up to 3, maximum 50 lbs each, $150 per pet. Pets must be disclosed before arrival; undisclosed pets are charged under the rental agreement.
★ Fees: the base rate covers 8 guests, then $15 per night for each guest above 8. Early check-in or late check-out is $50 each when available. Lost & found shipping is $100. Cleaning beyond our standard service may be charged.
★ After booking: a signed rental agreement is required. The booking guest must be 25 or older. No parties or events, no smoking. Local guests within 50 miles, please message us first.
★ Beach gear: beach chairs, an umbrella and a cooler are available to rent; message us for pricing and availability.
Questions about any of this? Message us before you book; we reply in minutes.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
* NO smoking inside of the property ($500 FINE) * Patio hours are from 8 AM to 10 PM. * Parking: 4 vehicles only
* We have a "FIRM" VRBO cancellation policy. * Base rate covers up to 8 guests; additional guests are $15 per person, per night.
* Pet fee $150 per pet/stay. * Pool heat: $35/night. * Shipping L&F: $100. * Late checkout without prior approval is charged at $50 per 30 minutes.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3161283
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Tampa

Tampa is home to this vacation home. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Check out an event or a game at Yuengling Center, and consider making time for Florida Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Tampa, FL

What's nearby

  • New World Brewery - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • New World Music Hall - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • new world tampa - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Babe Zaharias Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 10 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 15 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tierra Latina - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Istanbul Mediterranean Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Caribbean Trade - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪New World Brewery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Heated Pool & Game Room, Sleeps 10 | King Suite, 9 Min to Busch Gardens have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Heated Pool & Game Room, Sleeps 10 | King Suite, 9 Min to Busch Gardens?

As of Oct 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heated Pool & Game Room, Sleeps 10 | King Suite, 9 Min to Busch Gardens on Oct 5, 2026 start from $305, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Heated Pool & Game Room, Sleeps 10 | King Suite, 9 Min to Busch Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Heated Pool & Game Room, Sleeps 10 | King Suite, 9 Min to Busch Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heated Pool & Game Room, Sleeps 10 | King Suite, 9 Min to Busch Gardens?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heated Pool & Game Room, Sleeps 10 | King Suite, 9 Min to Busch Gardens located?

Situated in Tampa, this vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from ZooTampa at Lowry Park and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from University of South Florida. University Mall and Grand Prix Tampa are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Place, Great Location!

This place was clean and very easy to get to. The location was also close to many restaurants and stores. The backyard was an added bonus, being able to sit in the back yard and relax and also being able to jump in the pool.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, a great experience. The house was a great jumping off point for everywhere we wanted to go. The area..well…not quite what we expected, but the house itself was nice. Definitely worth another look if the Tampa area is where you will be staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, Jason! 😊 We're so glad to hear you had a great overall experience and that the house was a convenient home base for your trip. We appreciate your honest feedback and are happy you enjoyed the property. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd love the opportunity to welcome you back the next time you're in the Tampa area. Safe travels! 💛 👑 Emperor Rentals ❤️
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, we had a great stay but there was a few things that are concerning. The water pressure is terrible; don't expect to take a nice shower during your stay because it will take you forever to get anything to rinse out of your hair. Also, the bathrooms are not safe for the elderly or handicapped visitors. There are no safety rails and the tub/shower floors are very slippery. There are no safety rails for the pool either so we couldn't enjoy that part of our stay either. We were looking forward to the extra beds for our family to spread out some, but the bunk bed made terrible noises so my daughter slept on the couch the entire stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good overall experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 15, 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback, Brandon! We’re glad to hear you had a good overall experience and truly appreciate you staying with us. We hope to welcome you back again soon! 🙏✨ ❤️ Emperor Rentals 👑
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place , met expectations

Beautiful home , met all expectations pool was great very cozy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 10, 2023
Wow! Thank you so much, Henry, for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelor trip

The house was amazing and very accommodating property managers were always there to answer a question would definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 9, 2024
Wow! Thank you so much, Matthew, for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Tampa

We enjoyed our stay. Check in was easy and communication with management was great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 7, 2023
Wow! Thank you so much, Roseann, for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Booked for hurricane relief

Great stay and easy communication. I booked this house for coworkers coming into town for hurricane relief, the guys had a great time and enjoyed the house.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 15, 2025
Wow! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We had eight people in our group, house accommodated us perfectly. Pool was a huge hit for the little and big kids!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Facilities was nice and clean

Enjoyed the lock's easy access this
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 20, 2023
Thank you so much, Richard , for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Concert stay!

The property and location was great. Communication with the property management was very easy and they always checked to make sure we were doing ok, and if we needed anything. The neighborhood was very quiet. We would definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, Shelley ! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the property, location, and the peace and quiet of the neighborhood. 😊 It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our communication. We'd love to welcome you back anytime! ❤️ Emperor Rentals 👑
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation!

This property was perfect for our family vacay!! It was very clean, modern yet cozy, and met all of our needs. The location was great! It was very near all of the attractions we planned to visit. The hosts were very responsive and solved all the minor issues quickly! Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 16, 2023
Wow! Thank you so much, Shae'La , for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clean and comfortable

Mark was exceptionally great! His place was beautiful and felt like home. Clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 6, 2023
Thank you so much, Lillian , for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house with lots of amenities

Very pleased with this booking! It's close to lots of things in Tampa and has plenty to enjoy in the house with the pool and patio area. Overall, no complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 27, 2025
Thank you so much, John! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and the home’s amenities. We’d love to host you again in the future! 😊🏡✨ ❤️ EmperorRentals.com 👑
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Everything was just like the listing. Beautiful, clean, and comfortable home away from home. Host was awesome. Home has everything you need. If we are back in this area again we will use this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great communication

The property management company did an excellent job responding and answering any questions. They were very helpful. The property was very close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2024
Wow! Thank you so much, Sarah, for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! Thank you once again for booking and and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

G day

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 15, 2025
Wow! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip to visit friends

Great stay and easy location to get to all parts of Tampa. Pool was very warm even with the low temps for the area. Staff was very responsive to questions and ensured I was informed. The only thing I would recommend is an improvement to the back door. It tends to bind when opening and could cause damage to the home. This is a minor issue and one that is easily resolved. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 26, 2023
Wow! Thank you so much, Kevin, for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xavier’s Graduation

My family from Texas and Louisiana came to Tampa to celebrate Xavier’s graduation. Your house was perfect for us. The location was in the middle of everything we had planned to do. Playing pool was a big plus. The pool was also a great hit. Emperor Rentals reached out several times to be sure that everything was what we were expecting. If I had any questions they were quick to respond. It was a perfectly relaxing time for all of us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 14, 2023
Wow! Thank you so much, Cindy , for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Pool

The house was clean and had everything we needed. They were extemely helpful and gwtting into the home was easy. Our main issue was the cleaniness of the pool. All three of our kids got a rash from swimming in the pool. Our middle child was given steriod ceme for a baterical infection by his doctor who confirmed the infection was from a unclean pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 9, 2023
So sorry to hear you were not completely satisfied! We highly doubt the kids caught something in our pool. Our pool is professionally serviced by an outside vendor twice a week with a thorough chemical balance & cleanliness check. We have had numerous other guests stay with their kids and had absolutely no complaints. As you saw, our pool water is crystal clear and with proper levels of chlorine. Thank you so much for staying with us. Emperor Rentals!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Pros: Good value for what is provided. The communication with the rental company was smooth and prompt. The outdoor area is nice with the pool and seating options (although there was no hammock as advertised in the listing pictures). The kitchen was fairly well equipped. It was very convenient having laundry and laundry detergent. The living room couch was super comfortable. Easy parking with the car port. There were minimal rules when leaving the property regarding cleaning which made leaving less stressful. For example we didn't have to worry about moving trash barrels, stripping sheets, etc like we did at other properties. There are plenty of towels and pillows available (although bath towels and beach towels were pretty small and thin, not what is pictured in the listing). Cons: There were outdoor cameras including facing the pool, outdoor seating area, car port and front doorbell without being disclosed in the listing. Some of the vinyl flooring was cracked in the king bedroom and kitchen. We weren't able to sleep in the king bed as half of it felt sunken in. (I let the rental company know about these things when asked for feedback). The queen bed was a little bit more comfortable. I was glad we weren't traveling with the maximum amount of people because you need to walk though one bedroom to get to the bedroom with the king bed and second bathroom. I was a little surprised there was no cooking basics like salt, pepper, oil, or a basic cleaner but we made it work.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 15, 2026
Thank you for your detailed feedback, Jessica—we truly appreciate it. We’re glad you enjoyed the communication and outdoor space, and we’ll share your comments with our team to help us improve the experience for future guests. 😊

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