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Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF

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A spacious living area with a round glass table, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a white armchair. A painting of a coastal scene hangs on the wall, and the room has a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio area.
A dining area with a glass table, chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dishwasher.

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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
Featuring 3 bicycles and an outdoor pool, this vacation home accommodates 12 guests across 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It includes a private pool. Enjoy outdoor spaces such as a porch, deck, and patio while exploring nearby attractions like the Museum of Science and Industry and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. This pet-friendly retreat is ideal for families seeking adventure.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Temple Terrace, FL
  • Place, Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF

Beautifully renovated 4 bedroom/3 bath home in beautiful Tampa, Florida! This gorgeous, single-floor home with screened salt water pool is adorned with the highest quality resort decor! Brand new, top-of-the-line mattresses for your comfort, new stainless steel appliances and gorgeous, new, fun furniture! This gorgeous home is convenient to all the fun Tampa has to offer and we are delighted to share it with you!

5-8 miles to Busch Gardens and Adventure Island, USF and Moffit Center. Ybor City, Tampa International Airport, UT, Raymond James, Amelia Arena, Hard Rock Casino, the Straz Theater and many more exciting places are a short drive away. A short walk or bike ride away is the Hillsborough river, two parks, one with a boat launch and the gorgeous Temple Terrace Golf course and Country Club! This home is a half hour to 45 minutes away from world famous beaches and crystal clear turquoise water!

Our home is perfectly renovated and is fully equipped for your stay with everything that you need to feel right at home!! Our home is spacious with over 2,600 sq. ft of living space, all on one floor with no stairs. Perfect for those with limited mobility and small children. Spacious Bedrooms, Family Room and Gourmet Kitchen will please even the pickiest of people.

***Please Note***
We have 4 beds and 1 Sleeper Sofa. We sleep 8 people in bedrooms, 2 on Sleeper Sofa for a total of 10. The Master Bedroom has a King-size bed and the other three Bedrooms have Queen-size beds. The Queen-size sleeper sofa is in the formal living room area.

There are a total of 4 tv's, one in each of the following rooms...
Family Room
Primary Bedroom
2 Guest Rooms

Our home is also just a few miles from wonderful entertainment, shopping and restaurants! There are many strip malls near-by as well as pharmacies, gas stations and grocery shopping. Be sure to visit Busch Gardens and Adventure Island with fun for all ages! Visit the many local beaches near by, rent a boat, walk along the piers, enjoy the many eateries, or go charter fishing. There is night life as well with live music! If you like to golf or play tennis, there are several golf courses and a tennis club near by!

Check-in 4 pm
Check-out 11 am

Very quiet neighborhood near it all!! Take a relaxing stroll down the tree-lined family neighborhood or feel free to use one of our three bikes. Stop by the park or cruise around the golf course and take in the warm breezes or relax on our covered deck with a cool beverage while the children play in the crystal clear, salt water pool. You are near it all but you will feel like you are in your own Florida oasis!

Pets welcome with fee depends on number of pets and length of stay.
We charge approx. $200 per pet. Please give us advance notice if you are bringing pets.

Pool heat is an extra charge of $25/day. Pool can be heated to 86 degrees. Air temperature will directly affect the temperature of the pool. It is a pool, not a hot tub. We are not responsible for cold snaps which will impact the pool temperature, regardless of whether the pool heater is on or not.

Please let me know if you have any further questions.

Thanks.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking allowed using ash trays please

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash and dry all towels and robes (if used). (tip: wash beach towels the night before checkout to save time)
Start washing sheets if time permits Thanks!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO SMOKING INSIDE (Ashtrays for outside only) No Diving! No swimming alone or while intoxicated No Dogs in pool No glass on lanai or near the pool.
-No Parties or events without permission and fee -Wash, dry, put away towels (and robes if used) -Strip all sheets from beds, wash if time permits
-All guests must pay for pets in advance of their stay. -Put all trash in outside can -Load and run dishwasher

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1889408vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tampa

Located in Temple Terrace, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. Travelling with kids? Make time for Florida State Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Yuengling Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Temple Terrace, FL

What's nearby

  • Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of South Florida - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 12 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Port Tampa Bay - 24 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 21 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salem's Fresh Eats - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪El Jefe Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF?

As of 29 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF on 21 Sept, 2026 start from S$1,658, 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 Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF located?

This family-friendly Tampa holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Adventure Island, University of South Florida and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Museum of Science and Industry and Temple Terrace Tennis Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Patrick and Bonnie Sides

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We are so excited to share our family homes with you! We have owned several vacation homes in Virginia, Delaware, Tampa, Bradenton and Miramar Beach in Florida.

We are dedicated to providing first-class accommodations for our guests. We have enjoyed the opportunity to make lasting memories for so many families in our homes!

We have lovingly cared for and enriched our homes over the years and we are now sharing them with all of you! Our homes are tranquil oasis and they are the perfect retreats for those who desire to still have conveniences nearby. Come and let us pamper you!

Please reach out with any questions that you might have and we will be delighted to hear from you.

May God bless and keep you and your family safe.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the Tampa area from our first visit! With the gorgeous beaches, Busch Gardens, shopping, food to the amazingly friendly people, Tampa is the perfect place to be! We love our new home because we are able to transform it into a wonderful modern, hip and homey retreat for any family! We love the single-level design so that our aging friends and family can come and enjoy the accessibility that it offers them. We love how close it is to the beach, bay, shopping, entertainment and dining. Biking is one of our favorite pastimes so we have adult bikes for our guests to use. Our neighborhood is so quiet and peaceful. We can’t wait to share our home with other wonderful families whose memories of Tampa will last a lifetime!

What makes this property unique

Our home is located in the perfect location! Minutes to USF, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, the world renowned Moffit Cancer Center and a 45 minute drive to beaches and the Tampa Airport, etc. Close to everything, yet private and peaceful!

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