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Modern Meets Tropical - Beautiful, Updated Pet Friendly 3BD Pool Home with Outdoor Living Space

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Just off the living area is the first guest bedroom and full bath
Dine, grill, sun and chill!
Float in the pool to relax
This renovated 3/2 with a pool, is located in the heart of Seminole Heights
All new furnishings with Tropical details throughout

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2 Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 Twin trundle

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom King

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

En Suite Primary bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Modern Meets Tropical - Beautiful, Updated Pet Friendly 3BD Pool Home with Outdoor Living Space

DESCRIPTION



Welcome to Urban Flamingo Retreat — a designer-inspired craftsman bungalow blending stylish comfort with relaxed Tampa charm. Thoughtfully renovated with inviting textures, curated décor, and subtle flamingo-inspired accents, this unique retreat creates a warm and memorable stay experience.



Perfect for remote work, family vacations, couples trips, or relaxing getaways with friends, the home offers bright natural light, cozy gathering spaces, and a private backyard pool ideal for sunny Florida afternoons. Grill outdoors, unwind poolside, and enjoy the best of Tampa Bay living in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods.



PROPERTY FEATURES



⁜ Primary Bedroom: King bed, Smart TV & ensuite bathroom

⁜ Bedroom 2: Queen bed

⁜ Bedroom 3: Twin daybed with twin trundle & Smart TV

⁜ Fully equipped kitchen with cookware and essentials

⁜ Private swimming pool (pool is not heated)

⁜ Pool towels

⁜ Barware, flatware, utensils & entertaining essentials

⁜ Complimentary coffee and fixings

⁜ Starter supply of paper products

⁜ Cleaning supplies available for guest convenience

⁜ Smart TV’s in living room and 2 bedrooms

⁜ Complimentary WiFi

⁜ Two dedicated workspaces for remote work or e-learning

⁜ Washer and dryer onsite

⁜ Fresh linens provided



Whether you’re spending the day exploring Tampa or relaxing poolside, Urban Flamingo Retreat offers a stylish and comfortable home base for your stay.



NEIGHBORHOOD



Located in the heart of Seminole Heights, guests can enjoy one of Tampa’s most eclectic neighborhoods known for its local restaurants, breweries, craft cocktails, coffee shops, and vibrant food scene. The home is conveniently located just minutes from Downtown Tampa, the Riverwalk, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, and many of Tampa’s top attractions.



BEAUTIFICATION OF TAMPA: Tampa continues investing in the preservation and revitalization of its historic neighborhoods. Guests may notice a blend of renovated homes alongside homes in varying stages of improvement, reflecting the continued growth and character of the area.



GUEST ACCESS



⁜ Full private access to the home and amenities

⁜ Contactless self check-in with personalized entry code

⁜ Complimentary high-speed WiFi

⁜ Free driveway parking for up to 4 vehicles

⁜ Check-in: After 4:00 PM | Checkout: 10:00 AM



OTHER THINGS TO NOTE



⁜ No smoking indoors

⁜ No parties or events permitted

⁜ Pool is not heated

⁜ Additional cleaning fees may apply for stays longer than 7 days and are added after booking

⁜ Exterior security cameras only (no interior cameras):

– Doorbell camera

– Front porch/driveway camera

– Guests acknowledge exterior monitoring and agree not to tamper with equipment



PETS



⁜ Dogs (well-behaved, house-trained, max 2, medium size) allowed with prior host approval; no cats. Approval based on size, breed & number. Requests for additional pets may be submitted but are not guaranteed. Pet fee $20/night (max $200/stay). *This fee is added after reservation confirmation for AirBNB bookings.

⁜ The pet fee does not cover pet waste or destruction of the property. By booking this property, you agree to be responsible for any damage done by any pets you decide to bring with you, and will promptly reimburse in full for any such damage.



GUEST GUIDELINES



1—PLEASE no parties, we want you to enjoy each other and have a great time but disruptive parties are not permitted. Observation of quiet hours (10p – 8a) must be observed. Loud music and outdoor entertainment are prohibited. This is a residential neighborhood and the authorities will be called if you cause a disturbance. Please be respectful.

2- Tenant and any guest of Tenant shall obey all laws of the state of Florida, as well as local laws, at all times while they are on the premises. Failure to abide by the laws of FL or the above rules may cause tenant to be asked to vacate the premises and forfeit all rents and deposits.

3—Pets are permitted. Please let us know if you have pets.

4 - Please only park in the location designated in your check in procedures, failure to park in the designated location could result in your car being towed.

5—Treat this home as if it were your own, please report damages to your host immediately. If damages are determined to be caused by tenant misuse, it may result in fees to make repairs.

6—Smoking of any kind is not allowed in the unit and if detected there will be a $500 charge.

7—Tenant agrees to leave the premises and its contents in the same condition, neat, clean, and tidy, as Tenant found the premises to be upon move-in. Normal wear and tear is expected however excessive dirt on floors, rugs or furniture may require additional cleaning and charges will apply.

8- Please only flush toilet paper in the toilets, flushing anything like feminine products, wet wipes, plastic, etc... could result in a back up and potential fees charged at the end of your stay, please report plumbing issues to your host immediately.

9—Please use black makeup towels provided. If towels are stained, there will be a charge of $5 per towel charged upon checkout.

10—Furnishings are not to be removed from the premises for use outside or in other properties.

11- Reservations are not made by or for a minor, defined as any person under the age of 25.

12- Tenant hereby acknowledges that the premises they have reserved includes a pool & the undersigned agrees / acknowledges that the pool & patio/deck can be dangerous areas. The patio/deck can be slippery when wet and injury may occur to anyone who is not careful. No jumping or diving into the pool.

13 - EV Charging on premises is strictly prohibited, in order to protect the safety of your vehicle and the electrical system of the home. We are not responsible for any damages incurred and a fine of $500 along with the cost for any damages will be applied for noncompliance.

✦✦Depending on the booking site, Cleaning fee may include a Limited Damage Waiver fee which covers damages reported to the host in writing BEFORE checkout. This fee is included with the cleaning fee. Specifics of coverage will be laid out in the rental agreement sent once reservation is confirmed.



Reservations may require further guest verification to prevent credit card fraud for both you and the host! Your booking platform does not share your personal information with your Host. Because of this, we do require the responsible party who is physically staying in the home to provide a valid photo ID after booking is confirmed. Your personal identification is not stored and is protected from distribution or use for any other purpose than identification, in accordance with Federal information security guidelines.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9870048
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
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 Southeast Seminole Heights, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. 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 Florida Aquarium. Florida State Fairgrounds and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Tampa, FL

What's nearby

  • Tampa Riverwalk - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Tampa Theater - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Glazer Children's Museum - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 11 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Meets Tropical - Beautiful, Updated Pet Friendly 3BD Pool Home with Outdoor Living Space pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Meets Tropical - Beautiful, Updated Pet Friendly 3BD Pool Home with Outdoor Living Space?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Meets Tropical - Beautiful, Updated Pet Friendly 3BD Pool Home with Outdoor Living Space?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Meets Tropical - Beautiful, Updated Pet Friendly 3BD Pool Home with Outdoor Living Space?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Meets Tropical - Beautiful, Updated Pet Friendly 3BD Pool Home with Outdoor Living Space located?

Located in Southeast Seminole Heights, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ritz Ybor and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tampa Riverwalk. Ybor City Museum State Park and La Casita House Museum are also within 3 miles (5 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. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a really cute house. Plenty of space for us. And it was very central to everywhere we needed to go. The host was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec, 2025
Thank you so much for the great review. We are so happy that you enjoyed the home and would be honored to be able to host you again.
Verified

8/10 Good

J B.

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

Great Place for Tampa Vacation

A great house in an up and coming neighborhood. Perfect for my family's trip to Tampa. Close to Busch Gardens, downtown, and sports. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

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

Great stay

Our stay was great! The place is tidy and clean! We were just there so the pool we couldn’t enjoy, but overall nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar, 2024
Thank you so much for your review Amber! We are happy you and your friends enjoyed our home. We appreciate your feedback and hope you stay with us again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Great stay

We were in town for a family birthday. Your house is adorable, great decorating and very peaceful. Thanx for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2025
It's wonderful to know that the house was a perfect fit for your family birthday celebration. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Tampa soon 😀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JACQUELINE B.

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

Graduation Trip

This property was very nice and the property manager was very accommodating and friendly - even stopped by to check on things. We were very happy with how clean it was and we found it very comfortable as well. Loved the layout and it was very nicely decorated. Felt safe there and would recommend this property.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2025
thank you so much for your five star review Jacqueline! You were a great guest and we welcome you back to the home anytime you were in the Tampa area (: Cheers!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

naser f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2025
Thanks for your stay and the great review Naser (:
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

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

Lovely!

Just Perfect for our group of 5! The house was beautiful, comfortable and fully accommodating. The location was right in the heart of everything we had planned to see and do! Would definitely consider for future trips to Tampa! Thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov, 2024
We are so thrilled you and the rest of the ladies enjoyed our home so much. We appreciate you sharing your experience and welcome you all anytime you are back Tampa!
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine L.

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

Comfortable clean

The property was very clean and the managers were very responsive to an issue we had while there
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2024
We are so excited that Christine enjoyed her stay and rated us with 5 stars across the board in Cleanliness, Overall, House Rules and Communications. We would love to host Christine again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

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

Weekend trip to Tampa

We came to Tampa to visit with family and stayed for 2 nights. Overall the property was as it was shown. Property was clean and well maintained. Had an issue with the WiFi but Kathie helped us resolve it quickly. The neighborhood was nice and the location was within a few miles to Tampa Zoo and Ybor City. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb, 2025
We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay, Sherri! It's wonderful to know that Urban Flamingo Retreat was a perfect fit for you and that you found the property clean and well-maintained. It's great to hear that you appreciated the nice neighborhood and convenient location near Tampa Zoo and Ybor City. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

GREGORY A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house appears old in the pictures, and it is, but don't let that discourage you. It's very accommodating and the location was a quiet neighborhood. Communication with the host was easy. The only reason for four stars was the internet. We couldn't stream anything without using our own hot spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Our stay

This was the first time using Vrbo and I really appreciated the patience they had with me and all my questions. The house was really cute and space for all worked out well. We were there for an event so not there a lot tried to use pool but not quite warm enough yet. All in all we enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We appreciate your feedback and so happy to what you all enjoyed the home and your experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
**The Perfect Stay for an Epic Metallica Weekend!** We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay while in town for the **Metallica concert**! This **modern-meets-tropical** 3-bedroom retreat was the ideal blend of comfort and style, making it the perfect home base for an unforgettable weekend. From the moment we arrived, the beautifully updated interior and welcoming vibe set the tone for a fantastic experience. The space was clean, spacious, and close to everything!And let’s talk about the **outdoor oasis**—the private pool and lush lounging areas created the perfect spot to relax before and after the show. Whether cooling off under the sun or kicking back with great company, this home truly elevated our trip. Between the concert energy and the peaceful retreat of this incredible property, our weekend was nothing short of legendary. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a stylish, relaxing stay in town!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

My experience with you

I was expecting to be in there sooner
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2024
I am sorry we couldn’t not have accommodated an early checkin for this guest. We did let him know that we had guest la checking out the same day so an Checkin before 4pm would be unlikely. We always hope we can do this for our guests when they request it but it not a guarantee. But we are happy to see your experience otherwise was 5 stars!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlei S.

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

Pleasant Stay, very cute decor

We had an overall great stay for 4 nights at the property. It is a nice space and really close to the airport. Thitse considering booking should note that the pool isn't very appealing. My kids were happy to jump right in, but it was freezing cold and filled with debris and leaves. However, the manager was very responsive when we mentioned it. They sent the tech out to check on the filter because it didn't seem to be running. I think the tech fixed it but it shut down again. Also the nice shaded backyard means that leaves find their way into the pool. We chose this house after another property cancelled on us last minute. I did note that this place was listed at a lower price point than comparable places with in ground pools and hot tubs. I think that makes sense and I still give 5 stars because setting it at a lower price point correctly reflects the outdoor offerings of the property. The interior was perfect and very clean. I would recommend, especially if you don't think you'll need the pool!hhappy to
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2025
Hi Ashlei! Thank you for the great 5 star review and recommendation. Leaves and Debris are tough in the spring in FL. Especially in between weekly pool cleans etc… Sorry about this. So glad your family was able to enjoy the home! Thank you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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