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Hyde Park garden cottage steps from Bayshore/Soho

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

secure private gate into garden and cottage

Overview
Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Tampa, FL

Place, Tampa Convention Center
‪4 min drive‬
Place, Port of Tampa
‪5 min drive‬
Place, Tampa Riverwalk
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

About this property

Hyde Park garden cottage steps from Bayshore/Soho

Private Cottage steps from beautiful Bayshore Blvd, enjoy walking, running or biking along the bay and dining at the many restaurants in Hyde Park/Soho. Close to Downtown, Tampa General Hospital, Mac Dill AFB, hockey & football stadiums.
The uniquely crafted cottage is situated within private tranquil tropical gardens, shaded by 200 yr. old oak trees and Japanese bamboo. The perfect retreat for a single or a couple to escape, relax and recharge in a CLEAN, STERILIZED and SAFE environment.

A special place!
"If you seek a unique, relaxing, SAFE and CLEAN place to stay, Bayshore Gardens Cottage is just that. Sit back and relax within beautiful tropical gardens.
The fully renovated one of a kind quality craftsmanship 800 sq. ft. cottage is an open space design with a sleeping/sitting area that is rustic yet modern. Featuring high ceilings & whitewash beams, Italian terracotta tile throughout and tall bay windows provide spectacular views of the tropical gardens. The windows are equipped with custom blinds for privacy. Distinctive features include: Beautiful queen bed with an extremely comfortable gel foam mattress, custom- made tables, glass barn doors leading into a private bathroom with a beautiful Italian rustic white tile shower, a custom-made vanity designed from native Florida cedar wood, uniquely appointed furnishings and local artwork decor. There is a fully stocked coffee/tea bar area with a Keuring, mini fridge with water and microwave. Cottage has a Smart TV, free high speed WIFI and google home to access your favorite music. Everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
The cottage and gardens were designed by your hosts with a diverse mix of tropical plants all growing in harmony and several sitting areas that create a holistic environment for guests to enjoy morning coffee, evening beverages, great conversation, practice yoga or to just simply kick back and relax in your very own peaceful oasis."

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

NO EVENTS/PARTY/GATHERINGS allowed in property.

Pets

No pets allowed

NO PETS/ANIMALS to include Service dogs allowed.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO SMOKING/VAPING are allowed on the property.

1 or 2 GUEST ONLY. 3- DAY MINIMUM STAY required. SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS outdoors 24/7. NO LOUD NOISES OR NOISES AFTER 10 PM.

Must be able to maneuver terrace walkways in the gardens and into cottage. The property has many terraced levels and short step ups and down.

Private entrance key-less gate into property to remain closed at all times. Cottage door key-less entry code expires at checkout.

Important information

You need to know

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

Note from host: NO EVENTS/PARTY/GATHERINGS allowed in property.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tampa

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in SoHo, a neighbourhood in Tampa. MacDill Air Force Base and MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Florida Aquarium and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Benchmark International Arena or Raymond James Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby

University of Tampa - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
Tampa Convention Center - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
Benchmark International Arena - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
Port of Tampa - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
Tampa Riverwalk - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

Tampa Union Station - 10 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Palma Ceia Country Club - ‬19 min walk
‪Barcelona - ‬6 min walk
‪Beef 'O' Brady's - ‬10 min walk
‪Bella's Italian Cafe - ‬11 min walk
‪Maru - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hyde Park garden cottage steps from Bayshore/Soho pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hyde Park garden cottage steps from Bayshore/Soho?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hyde Park garden cottage steps from Bayshore/Soho?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hyde Park garden cottage steps from Bayshore/Soho located?

Located in SoHo, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hyde Park Softball Field and Tampa Bay. Tampa Convention Center and University of Tampa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Robert and Kathy Spoden

Hi! We are Kathy and Bob and are excited to share our tropical paradise with you! We assure you that our cottage is CLEAN and SAFE; we have gone above and beyond using the VRBO ENHANCED cleaning protocols with added investment and steps along with a 2-day waiting period between guests to ensure you feel safe and comfortable during your stay with us.

We love greeting guests to show them around and answer any questions We are available as needed throughout your stay and ONLY a text away as we live in the main house. If you want a personal suggestion, where to grab a lunch/dinner or what activity to do around town we can help with questions or recommendations and info about local beaches, entertainment etc.

Why they chose this property

Our inspiration for becoming hosts was natural, we love meeting new people, traveling and staying in wonderful unique places. Our goal is to offer other fellow travelers a unique & special place to stay that will enhance their travel experience to Tampa. Our cottage and surrounding gardens are just that. We have spent many years designing, building and creating what we call our private paradise and spiritual center. It has been a labor of love, over the years we have enjoyed sharing them with our family & friends and with our guests. We hope you enjoy our cottage and gardens and return to see us soon……..