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Boutique Tampa Escape | Luxe Backyard Oasis | 8 Guests | 5 Beds | 2 Bath
Holiday home with a water park, near ZooTampa at Lowry Park
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 7 1000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, ZooTampa at Lowry Park
- Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- Place, Raymond James Stadium
- Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Hair dryer
Master Bathroom
Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
About this property
Boutique Tampa Escape | Luxe Backyard Oasis | 8 Guests | 5 Beds | 2 Bath
Welcome to our pet-friendly historic bungalow in beautiful Seminole Heights — your ideal Tampa getaway for comfort, relaxation, and fun!
This beautifully restored 1924 home blends vintage charm with modern convenience, offering a perfect balance of style, privacy, and location. Nestled in a quiet, safe neighborhood just minutes from downtown Tampa, it’s the perfect place to unwind, explore, and enjoy the local vibe.
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✨ The Space
Step inside and experience a thoughtfully designed home that’s as cozy as it is functional. TVs are available in every room, and the home is equipped with reliable Wi-Fi, central A/C, and a Google Nest thermostat for climate control.
Sleeping Arrangements
• Master Bedroom – King bed + Twin XL
• Guest Bedroom – Queen-over-Queen bunk bed with pull-out twin trundle
Fresh linens, comfortable bedding, and flexible sleeping arrangements make this home ideal for families, couples, or friends traveling together.
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🍽️ Dining Room & Kitchen
The dining room features another TV operated by an Amazon Fire Stick, with a paired sound bar for easy listening. The fully equipped kitchen is ready for your inner chef — stocked with cookware, utensils, oils, and spices for home-cooked meals. You’ll also find basic condiments in the fridge and unopened pantry items available for your use.
The adjoining mudroom includes a washer and dryer. Guests are welcome to use them — just please clean the lint catcher and avoid overloading the machines.
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🛋️ Living Room
The living room welcomes you with a mounted TV and comfortable seating for relaxing movie nights or downtime between adventures. The sound bar is pre-paired with the TV, so there’s no need to adjust it. Please avoid logging out of apps or making purchases on the TV.
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💤 Bedrooms
Master Bedroom: Features a dresser, a King bed, and an additional Twin XL for flexible sleeping options. The closet contains personal items and is off-limits to guests. A supplemental window A/C unit is available for extra comfort if needed.
Guest Bedroom: This room features a Queen-over-Queen bunk bed and a Twin trundle — perfect for families or small groups. It’s cozy, clean, and designed for restful sleep.
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🌿 Outdoor Living
Step through the back door into your private backyard oasis — a true highlight of the property.
Enjoy the screened-in porch with a TV and mini fridge, then head to the pergola patio featuring a large outdoor TV, Traeger grill, gas grill, and a propane fire pit.
Guests can relax, grill, or unwind with darts and cornhole — just please clean up and replace the covers when done. The outdoor space is ideal for enjoying Florida evenings while respecting the peaceful neighborhood.
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🔇 Outdoor Noise Awareness
To maintain a positive relationship with our wonderful neighbors, the home includes a small outdoor noise-monitoring device. It measures only decibel levels — not audio or video — and is designed simply to help keep outdoor activity within local noise limits.
Normal conversation, indoor sounds, or television will never trigger it. It’s there to ensure everyone can enjoy the area peacefully, and it rarely activates unless noise becomes excessive late at night.
Quiet hours begin at 10 PM, and guests are asked to keep outdoor volume respectful after that time. Unauthorized parties or loud events are not allowed and will be addressed promptly.
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🐾 Pet Policy
We’re proud to be a pet-friendly home and welcome up to two well-behaved dogs per stay.
Please note:
• $50 fee per dog (charged at booking)
• House-trained pets only
• Pets should not be left unattended indoors unless crated
• No pets on furniture or bedding (bring a blanket if needed)
• Always clean up after your pet — waste bags provided
• Please supervise dogs in the backyard and prevent excessive barking
• Guests are responsible for any pet-related damage or cleaning
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🧺 Checkout
Before you depart, please:
• Gather used towels and sheets; start a load of laundry if possible (1 pod per cycle)
• Turn off lights, electronics, and appliances (except A/C)
• Empty kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor trash cans
• Return remotes and items to their proper places
• Run the dishwasher if used
• Report any damage or issues promptly
Excessive mess or damage may result in additional cleaning fees.
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🚗 Parking & Access
• Driveway fits two cars (single lane, parked one behind the other)
• Free street parking available in front
• A 10-foot back gate allows vehicle access to the yard if needed
• Guests enjoy keyless entry for simple, contactless check-in
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🚭 No Smoking or Drugs
For everyone’s comfort and safety, smoking and drug use are strictly prohibited inside the home — this includes tobacco, vaping, marijuana, or other substances.
Outdoor smoking is permitted if cigarette butts are disposed of properly. Any indoor evidence of smoking or drug use may result in a $250 cleaning fee and immediate termination of stay.
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👋 Host Interaction
You’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but I’m local and happy to help if you need anything — whether it’s a restaurant recommendation or a quick fix. Message anytime, and I’ll respond promptly.
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🌴 Neighborhood
Located in Tampa’s historic Seminole Heights, you’ll find yourself in one of the city’s most vibrant and walkable areas.
Stroll to nearby restaurants, breweries, and cafés, or visit the beautiful park on the Hillsborough River, just down the block — perfect for morning walks or sunset views.
Despite being close to all the action, the home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street in a friendly, safe neighborhood.
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🧑🌾 Groundskeeping
Occasional landscape maintenance may occur during daytime hours. Workers will use the side gate and will never enter the main home — your privacy will always be respected.
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This Seminole Heights bungalow offers everything you need — a charming historic home, a modern backyard retreat, and a truly authentic Tampa experience. Whether you’re here for work or play, your perfect stay begins here.
This beautifully restored 1924 home blends vintage charm with modern convenience, offering a perfect balance of style, privacy, and location. Nestled in a quiet, safe neighborhood just minutes from downtown Tampa, it’s the perfect place to unwind, explore, and enjoy the local vibe.
⸻
✨ The Space
Step inside and experience a thoughtfully designed home that’s as cozy as it is functional. TVs are available in every room, and the home is equipped with reliable Wi-Fi, central A/C, and a Google Nest thermostat for climate control.
Sleeping Arrangements
• Master Bedroom – King bed + Twin XL
• Guest Bedroom – Queen-over-Queen bunk bed with pull-out twin trundle
Fresh linens, comfortable bedding, and flexible sleeping arrangements make this home ideal for families, couples, or friends traveling together.
⸻
🍽️ Dining Room & Kitchen
The dining room features another TV operated by an Amazon Fire Stick, with a paired sound bar for easy listening. The fully equipped kitchen is ready for your inner chef — stocked with cookware, utensils, oils, and spices for home-cooked meals. You’ll also find basic condiments in the fridge and unopened pantry items available for your use.
The adjoining mudroom includes a washer and dryer. Guests are welcome to use them — just please clean the lint catcher and avoid overloading the machines.
⸻
🛋️ Living Room
The living room welcomes you with a mounted TV and comfortable seating for relaxing movie nights or downtime between adventures. The sound bar is pre-paired with the TV, so there’s no need to adjust it. Please avoid logging out of apps or making purchases on the TV.
⸻
💤 Bedrooms
Master Bedroom: Features a dresser, a King bed, and an additional Twin XL for flexible sleeping options. The closet contains personal items and is off-limits to guests. A supplemental window A/C unit is available for extra comfort if needed.
Guest Bedroom: This room features a Queen-over-Queen bunk bed and a Twin trundle — perfect for families or small groups. It’s cozy, clean, and designed for restful sleep.
⸻
🌿 Outdoor Living
Step through the back door into your private backyard oasis — a true highlight of the property.
Enjoy the screened-in porch with a TV and mini fridge, then head to the pergola patio featuring a large outdoor TV, Traeger grill, gas grill, and a propane fire pit.
Guests can relax, grill, or unwind with darts and cornhole — just please clean up and replace the covers when done. The outdoor space is ideal for enjoying Florida evenings while respecting the peaceful neighborhood.
⸻
🔇 Outdoor Noise Awareness
To maintain a positive relationship with our wonderful neighbors, the home includes a small outdoor noise-monitoring device. It measures only decibel levels — not audio or video — and is designed simply to help keep outdoor activity within local noise limits.
Normal conversation, indoor sounds, or television will never trigger it. It’s there to ensure everyone can enjoy the area peacefully, and it rarely activates unless noise becomes excessive late at night.
Quiet hours begin at 10 PM, and guests are asked to keep outdoor volume respectful after that time. Unauthorized parties or loud events are not allowed and will be addressed promptly.
⸻
🐾 Pet Policy
We’re proud to be a pet-friendly home and welcome up to two well-behaved dogs per stay.
Please note:
• $50 fee per dog (charged at booking)
• House-trained pets only
• Pets should not be left unattended indoors unless crated
• No pets on furniture or bedding (bring a blanket if needed)
• Always clean up after your pet — waste bags provided
• Please supervise dogs in the backyard and prevent excessive barking
• Guests are responsible for any pet-related damage or cleaning
⸻
🧺 Checkout
Before you depart, please:
• Gather used towels and sheets; start a load of laundry if possible (1 pod per cycle)
• Turn off lights, electronics, and appliances (except A/C)
• Empty kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor trash cans
• Return remotes and items to their proper places
• Run the dishwasher if used
• Report any damage or issues promptly
Excessive mess or damage may result in additional cleaning fees.
⸻
🚗 Parking & Access
• Driveway fits two cars (single lane, parked one behind the other)
• Free street parking available in front
• A 10-foot back gate allows vehicle access to the yard if needed
• Guests enjoy keyless entry for simple, contactless check-in
⸻
🚭 No Smoking or Drugs
For everyone’s comfort and safety, smoking and drug use are strictly prohibited inside the home — this includes tobacco, vaping, marijuana, or other substances.
Outdoor smoking is permitted if cigarette butts are disposed of properly. Any indoor evidence of smoking or drug use may result in a $250 cleaning fee and immediate termination of stay.
⸻
👋 Host Interaction
You’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but I’m local and happy to help if you need anything — whether it’s a restaurant recommendation or a quick fix. Message anytime, and I’ll respond promptly.
⸻
🌴 Neighborhood
Located in Tampa’s historic Seminole Heights, you’ll find yourself in one of the city’s most vibrant and walkable areas.
Stroll to nearby restaurants, breweries, and cafés, or visit the beautiful park on the Hillsborough River, just down the block — perfect for morning walks or sunset views.
Despite being close to all the action, the home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street in a friendly, safe neighborhood.
⸻
🧑🌾 Groundskeeping
Occasional landscape maintenance may occur during daytime hours. Workers will use the side gate and will never enter the main home — your privacy will always be respected.
⸻
This Seminole Heights bungalow offers everything you need — a charming historic home, a modern backyard retreat, and a truly authentic Tampa experience. Whether you’re here for work or play, your perfect stay begins here.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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 deadlock
About the area
Tampa
Located in Old Seminole Heights, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this holiday home is near theme parks. 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 Raymond James Stadium, and consider making time for Florida Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Tampa, FL
What's nearby
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Tampa Convention Center - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
- Port of Tampa - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
- Raymond James Stadium - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bamboozle Cafe - Seminole Heights - 11 min walk
- Trip's Diner - 6 min walk
- Bula Kavananda - 15 min walk
- Rollin’ Mullet - 3 min drive
- La pequeña Colombia - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Charles Macsherry

I’m Charles, and I truly enjoy hosting and making sure guests feel at home when they stay here. I split my time between running my businesses and spending time outdoors - whether it’s biking, boating, or grilling with friends. I started hosting because I love sharing my home and neighborhood with people who want a comfortable, well-cared-for space while exploring Tampa. I take pride in keeping everything clean, well-stocked, and ready for you to enjoy from the moment you walk in.
Why they chose this property
Seminole Heights is one of Tampa’s most vibrant and unique neighborhoods. It has a welcoming, laid-back feel with historic charm, tree-lined streets, and some of the city’s best restaurants, bars, breweries, and coffee shops within walking distance. One of my favorite things about this area is the community vibe - you’ll find locals out walking dogs, families at the nearby park along the Hillsborough River, and plenty of friendly faces. It’s a perfect mix of quiet neighborhood living with quick access to downtown Tampa, the airport, and beaches.
What makes this property unique
This 1924 bungalow has been beautifully updated to blend modern comforts with vintage character. The backyard is truly a highlight, with a large pergola, outdoor TV, Traeger grill, and fire pit - perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the home is set up for both work and play, with multiple TVs and a fully equipped kitchen. The mix of indoor comfort and outdoor living, plus the walkable location in a safe and friendly neighborhood, make this property stand out from typical rentals.
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