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.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Patio
Private pool
Waterpark access
Barbecue grill
Air-conditioning
Pet-friendly
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Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
20 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Heated Pool, 5 Min to Busch Gardens | 3BR Sleeps 6, Sunlit Pool Haven
A renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath North Tampa pool home for up to 6 guests, five minutes from Busch Gardens, ZooTampa and Adventure Island. The heated pool sits in a fully fenced backyard, and the house has a 70-inch TV, TVs in every bedroom and 1 GIG Wi-Fi.
The living room, 6-seat dining table and kitchen share one open area, so the group gathers around the L-shaped couch and the 70-inch TV. Out back, a fully fenced yard wraps the heated pool, a poolside seating area and the charcoal grill. Three bedrooms share one full bathroom.
BEDROOMS & BATHS (3 BR / 1 BA) ★ Bedroom 1: king bed, full-length mirror closet, drawers and its own TV ★ Bedroom 2: queen bed, mirror closet, bedside tables and lamps, smart TV ★ Bedroom 3: two twin-over-full bunk beds, drawers and a smart TV; the kids' room ★ The home sleeps 6 across the three bedrooms, so the bunk room leaves a spare bed or two for flexibility One full bathroom for up to 6 guests: bathtub, shower, double sink, vanity mirror and toilet.
KITCHEN & DINING ★ Full kitchen: refrigerator, freezer, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, pots and pans, baking sheet, dishes, wine glasses and grill utensils ★ Spices and pantry basics are stocked ★ Dining table seats 6, a few steps from the couch ★ Full-size washer and dryer in the laundry room
OUTSIDE ★ Private heated pool with a seating area beside it (heating is an optional add-on, $35 per night) ★ Charcoal grill and an open patio area for evenings outside ★ Fully fenced backyard where kids and dogs can run ★ Driveway parking for up to 3 vehicles
EXTRAS ★ 70-inch smart TV in the living room and Samsung TVs in every bedroom ★ 1 GIG Wi-Fi with an Ethernet connection for streaming and remote work ★ Beach chairs, an umbrella and a cooler are available to rent; message us for pricing
BEST FOR ★ Theme-park weeks: Busch Gardens, ZooTampa and Adventure Island are all 5–10 minutes away ★ A family of six, with the kids in the bunk room and parents in the king ★ Bucs and Lightning weekends, with Raymond James Stadium and Amalie Arena under 20 minutes ★ Work trips that need fast, wired internet and a pool to come home to
MAY NOT BE THE RIGHT FIT IF ★ You need two bathrooms. Six guests share one tub-and-shower bath. ★ You expect free pool heat. Heating is $35 per night for the whole stay, added at booking, and cannot be switched on mid-stay. ★ You are planning a party. This is a residential street with exterior cameras and a 3-vehicle limit.
GETTING AROUND (drive times, off-peak) ★ Busch Gardens: 5–9 min ★ ZooTampa at Lowry Park: 5–8 min ★ Adventure Island: 5–10 min ★ Downtown Tampa: 9–16 min ★ Amalie Arena: 10–18 min ★ Raymond James Stadium: 12–18 min ★ The Florida Aquarium: 12–20 min ★ Tampa International Airport: 16–22 min ★ Ben T. Davis Beach: 16–22 min ★ St. Pete–Clearwater Airport: 22–35 min ★ Tropicana Field: 26–35 min ★ St. Pete Beach: 35–55 min ★ Clearwater Beach: 35–60 min
BEFORE YOU BOOK Your smart-lock code arrives 24 hours before arrival. After booking we send a short rental agreement and ID check, which 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 residential street in North Tampa. Quiet hours are 10 pm–8 am; please keep noise respectful, especially at night. ★ Pool heat: optional at $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 roughly 65–70°F water. It cannot be changed mid-stay, so request it before arrival. ★ Bathrooms & beds: a king room, a queen room and a room with two twin-over-full bunks share one full bathroom for up to 6 guests. ★ Pets: dogs welcome, up to 3, $150 per pet. Please disclose pets before arrival; undisclosed pets are charged under the rental agreement. ★ Fees: the base rate covers 4 guests, then $15 per extra guest per night. 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 short rental agreement and ID check. The booking guest must be 25+. No parties or events, no smoking. Local guests within 50 miles, please message us first. ★ Parking: no more than 3 vehicles on the property. Exterior security cameras are active outside. ★ Beach gear: beach chairs, an umbrella and a cooler are available to rent; message us for pricing. Questions about any of this? Message us before you book; we reply in minutes.
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* Shipping L&F: $100. * Pet fee: $150/pet. *Pool heating fee: $35/night. *Base rate covers up to 4 guests. $15 per additional guest/night.
* After the reservation is made, a rental agreement and credit card authorization must be signed for Emperor Rentals LLC.
* NO smoking inside the property ($500 FINE) * We have a "FIRM" VRBO cancellation policy. * Unscheduled late checkout: $50 per 30 minutes
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Property # 2345055vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Tampa
Sulphur Springs, a neighbourhood in Tampa, is home to this holiday home. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Florida Aquarium and Florida State Fairgrounds are not to be missed.
Is Heated Pool, 5 Min to Busch Gardens | 3BR Sleeps 6, Sunlit Pool Haven pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Heated Pool, 5 Min to Busch Gardens | 3BR Sleeps 6, Sunlit Pool Haven?
As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heated Pool, 5 Min to Busch Gardens | 3BR Sleeps 6, Sunlit Pool Haven on 13 Sept 2027 start from £742, 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.
How much is parking at Heated Pool, 5 Min to Busch Gardens | 3BR Sleeps 6, Sunlit Pool Haven?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Heated Pool, 5 Min to Busch Gardens | 3BR Sleeps 6, Sunlit Pool Haven?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Heated Pool, 5 Min to Busch Gardens | 3BR Sleeps 6, Sunlit Pool Haven?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Heated Pool, 5 Min to Busch Gardens | 3BR Sleeps 6, Sunlit Pool Haven located?
Located in Sulphur Springs, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of ZooTampa at Lowry Park, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and University of South Florida. University Mall and Babe Zaharias Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thanks for the kind words, Matt! Glad we could deliver a clean, comfortable stay at a great value. Welcome back anytime!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Allison T.
11 Jul 2023
It was a wonderful stay!
Thank you Mark! It was a wonderful stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2023
Thank you so much, Allison, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Luis
30 Jan 2023
Very nice place!!!
Very nice place!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2023
Thank you so much, Luis, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debra C.
8 Feb 2023
The house was very nice
We were very happy with our stay. The house was very nice and accommodations were awesome. Would definitely be back for another stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2023
Thank you so much,Debra , for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jason
4 Jan 2023
Great stay
Great stay, house was clean, and close to everything we needed! Included the basic necessities, and we were comfortable our entire stay. All neighbors were quiet or very nice!
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2023
Thank you so much, Jason , for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ranel C.
30 Dec 2022
Very clean highly recommended!
Very nice place very clean highly recommended
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2022
Thank you so much, Ranel, for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
Such a great stay, recommend 100%. The house is beautiful and we felt like home, the pool is great. Not to far from beaches and a lot of food options around.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2024
Wow! Thank you so much, Paola , 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
Moe A.
11 Dec 2022
Very cleaned
We enjoyed our stayed. Very cleaned and the kids enjoyed the swimming pool.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2022
Thank you so much, Moe, for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lorna H.
23 Dec 2022
Wonderful place
Wonderful place, just like the pictures. The host is kind and responds promptly.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2022
Thank you so much, Lorna , for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
DaiSha
25 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was just like the pictures very nice and clean with amenities, and great communication with owners. We loved the pool and convient location next to Busch Gardens, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Contemporary & Fully Updated Heated Pool Home on 31 Jul 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us! 😊
Thank you for recognizing our team’s clear communication and attentive service. 💬
We’re glad the pool was such an enjoyable part of your stay.
We’d be delighted to welcome you back for another wonderful visit! ✨
👑 Emperor Rentals ❤️
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Irena S.
12 Jan 2023
Very clean and cozy
This was a great place to stay. Very clean and cozy, beds comfortable, good location.
Thank you.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2023
Thank you so much, Irena , for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
We were traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday to see family in the area. The property management company, Emperor Rentals, was fantastic! The house was great, but the management company made the experience even better. They are the best property management company in the State of Florida that I have ever worked with through VRBO. In fact, we appreciated their superior service so much that we booked another house for the Christmas holiday through them. I would highly recommend any property managed by Emperor Rentals. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for this incredible review, Michelle! We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that your Thanksgiving stay was such a positive experience. While we're glad you enjoyed the home, it means even more to us that our team at Emperor Rentals helped make your trip exceptional.
Your recognition as the best property management company you've worked with in Florida is an honor we don’t take lightly. Providing superior service is our top priority, and we're so grateful it made a meaningful difference during your visit.
We're also delighted that you chose to book another home with us for the Christmas holiday—that is the highest compliment we could receive.
Thank you again for your trust and recommendation. We look forward to hosting you and your family again very soon!
Super comfort, excellent communication with the manager.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us at Emperor Rentals, Mileidys . We would love to welcome you back anytime! We're grateful for guests like you and we appreciate your feedback and suggestion. We'll continue to work hard to provide the best possible experience for all of our guests. Thank you again, and we hope to see you soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Habbas
1 Jan 2023
Awesome house!
Awesome house! Well stocked and very modern.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2023
Thank you so much, Habbas , for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
Hosts went above and beyond to ensure we had a great stay.
Very caring and attentive
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun 2023
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! ❤️
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Daena G.
26 Dec 2022
Immaculately clean
A beautiful home located in a great place that's close to everything. The pool was amazing, the house was immaculately clean and communication was good. We will be visiting again, we loved it!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec 2022
Thank you so much, Daena, for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
Good experience. Cute house. Conveniently located. Great host:
Good experience. Cute house. Conveniently located. Great host.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2022
All went perfectly while hosting Andrea. From first contact to check out she was accommodating, friendly, communicative, and left the house very clean. I would highly recommend Andrea as a guest and would welcome her back any time!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jorge M.
24 Dec 2022
Very clean and has everything you need.
Great little place off the interstate. Only took us 5mins to get to Busch Gardens. We loved the communication and the hospitality offered by the Host. Very clean and has everything you need.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Dec 2022
Thank you so much, Jorge, for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amber S.
24 Jan 2023
The house is beyond clean and comfortable.
The house is beyond clean and comfortable. The beds are comfortable, the amenities are wonderful, and the area really isn't that bad. The location is great, so close to attractions. The back yard is spacious with the pool and very awesome for those traveling with pets. Would definitely book again!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2023
Thank you so much, Amber, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Samantha C.
10 Dec 2022
Fast responsive host
Very clean floors, kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms! Fast responsive host! Nice back yard! Great location!
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2022
Thank you so much,Samantha, for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John S.
18 Dec 2022
Beautiful home
Great communication from host. Beautiful home with modern design and cozy feel. Would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2022
Thank you so much, John, for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
5 Jan 2023
House was perfect!
House was perfect! Very clean with unexpected amenities like bluetooth speaker in the bathroom. Definitely recommend it and will use again if we come back to Tampa
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2023
Thank you so much, Amanda, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
May G.
22 Jan 2023
The place is great, everything you need is supplied.
The place is great, everything you need is supplied. Cozy living room, open kitchen with everything just like home. Pool was great just the right size not to deep kids enjoyed. So close to Busch Gardens and Walmart market is just down the street for groceries. Host was very attentive.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2023
Thank you so much, May, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.