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River Garden Charm on the Alafia

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Property grounds
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Gather by the fire
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Riverview, FL
  • Place, Rivers Edge Bar and Grill
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, East Bay Raceway Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Palms at Magnolia Park Dog Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2ND BEDROOM

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

MASTER

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

BATROOM 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

MASTER BATH

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

River Garden Charm on the Alafia

Beautiful waterfront home on the Alafia River leading to Tampa Bay and Gulf of Mexico. You will have access to the whole house and a beautiful dock and huge Sundek. Bring your Boat and fishing rods or skis. (Boat Docking trailer parking on premises) Excellent Fishing and Wakeboarding. In minutes you can be in Tampa Bay, Williams park boat ramp is just a few minutes away. If it's your lucky day you can see manatees, dolphins, snook, redfish, sharks, stingrays and more right from the dock! If you're looking for a nice waterfront restaurant we often visit Fin's or Circles in Apollo Beach, Joia on Gibsonton Drive, Rivers Edge or Tiki Docks on the Alafia, & Little Harbor in Ruskin. All noted restaurants are 5-20 mins away! The International Independent Showmen's Association Event Center and Museum is close to property and they have tours of the Museum. It can sometimes be noisy during some events. ( A few days a year). Please check for times and dates before booking if you have concerns.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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: less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1915370vb
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

Riverview

Located in Riverview, this holiday home is on the waterfront. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Florida Aquarium and Florida State Fairgrounds. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Rivers Edge Bar and Grill - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • East Bay Raceway Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Palms at Magnolia Park Dog Park - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Topgolf - 9 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Westfield Brandon - 10 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 17 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Far East Chinese Food - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fatburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Garden Charm on the Alafia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at River Garden Charm on the Alafia?

As of 8 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Garden Charm on the Alafia on 9 Jun, 2026 start from S$345, 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 River Garden Charm on the Alafia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Garden Charm on the Alafia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Garden Charm on the Alafia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Garden Charm on the Alafia located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Tampa Bay and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from East Bay Raceway Park. Port of Tampa and Manatee Viewing Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean place. Communication was excellent and timely. Great location for boating.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay away from all the hustle and bustle and traffic. It was very relaxing to sit on the deck and listen to the sounds and to watch all the different animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
So peaceful and I would definitely book this place again. Felt just like home. Only thing i would add would be cream and sugar for the morning coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Wonderful

Everything was wonderful and peaceful. Just absolutely perfect the kids and wife completely loved this place and still do. Gary was excellent in communication solving any problem or question we had.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

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

Exactly as advertised

Place was right in the water with east access to Tampa Bay for my boat. Priced well for the place. Boat ramp is .5 miles to put in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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

80th Birthday & Easter

We were in town for an 80th Birthday & Easter and our college kids were as happy as if they were 10 again. They fished, canoed, we spent most evenings on the deck. There was a carnival at Showman's which they walked too several times.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Aneda K.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

I would Not Rent There Again

The lake view is nice, but water is dark and smell bad. The great part of this place is the patio area by the lake. Beds are uncomfortable, kitchen can use some update. House seemed titled towards the lake. House smell like sewer in the evening. House has no lights around the house at night, its too dark, can use some light around the house. Light inside is too dem, too many lamps but low energy. Bedsheets and comforter is not soft. If you like to fish, stay here there's plenty. Bring your fishing pole for some fishing fun. Inside light switches is placed in all odd places.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2025
This woman was angry because I would not refund two days before check in. I knew she would not give a good review no matter what.... The house is on the Alafia River which is 10 minutes from Tampa Bay by boat. It's not on a lake.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! This is a unique property that reminded us of a rustic style lake cabin. A house built in pieces over the years and updated creates an unusual layout that we enjoyed. Very clean throughout, comfy beds, and fun furnishings pulls it all together. The lovely spacious deck and lots of large windows facing the water makes for the perfect viewing spot to see water birds and leaping fish. We heard raccoons and coyotes one evening. We will definitely return! Thank you Gary!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

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

Family Gathering

Just what our family needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Errol W.

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

Cozy and comfortable

It was what we were looking for. Close to everything yet out of the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Great place

Nice large deck with boat lift. We saw a dolphin chasing a fish. This place was clean and had everything we needed. The host was nice and made know. That he lived on the street and let him know if we need anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Good value

The property was right on the water and had a nice deck with a grill and table. The home was clean and tidy. The stay was well worth the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute bungalow on the water

Our family was so happy sans comfortable staying here. Gary was extremely responsive with all of our questions. Great family vacay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Wonderful Vacation

The place is beautiful, quiet, safe and spotless. Gary (the host) could not be more accommodating. He made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Kory did a great job making sure the grounds were kept neat as well as providing whatever we needed to make us more comfortable, including lots of information about tourist attractions and places to eat. He went above and beyond for us during our entire stay. We did lots of walking around the neighborhood and everyone was friendly and we felt very safe being there. The place is very close to Tampa where we enjoyed a lot of sightseeing. I cannot say enough good things about this place. We were there for almost 3 months and we were so sad to leave. I would highly recommend this home to everyone.
Stayed 83 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara A.

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

Nice quiet home

Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

place was great

place was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Becky H.

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

Clean and quiet.

Lovely stay, beautiful place, great air conditioner for us from Colorado, quiet area, great living room for gathering with family!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Tampa Getaway

This house is in a very quiet neighborhood. We would have loved to fish off the dock, but Red Tide was high in the area. We took our boat and was able to leave it near the fence in front. The location is a short drive to downtown Tampa.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Oak Street

Smooth transaction, prompt communication, easy access.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Getaway

Very nice, super clean, large site. Right on the water and easy to access. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome place

I loved it
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nik

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the property! It is quiet and serene! The house has been updated and it was a great stay! We enjoyed being able to have our boat at the dock and the local amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cloud9 ..

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by GARY HUNLEY

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