Temple Terrace stay.A stay at this Temple Terrace vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club and 3 miles (5 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Adventure Island and Museum of Science and Industry are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 10 min drive - 4.7 km
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
University of South Florida - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
Port of Tampa - 22 min drive - 18.5 km
Getting around
Tampa Union Station - 21 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 12 min walk
Salem's Fresh Eats - 16 min walk
7-Eleven - 3 min drive
Tally Ho Bar & Grille - 2 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 accessible parking spaces
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
No elevator
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Outside smoking allowed using ash trays please
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Bicycles
Foosball table
Heated pool
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Bicycles
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 2,600 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you 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 trash
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.
Rules
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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking allowed using ash trays please
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
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
How close is Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF to the airport?
This vacation home is 13.7 mi (27-min drive) away from the Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF to the beach?
This vacation home is 16.6 mi (23-min drive) from Ben T. Davis Beach.
Does Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa (7-min drive) is nearby.
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.
Is there free parking at Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF have a pool?
This vacation home features an outdoor pool.
Does Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF to downtown Tampa?
This vacation home is 6.7 mi away from Tampa.
Retreat with Private Caged, Salt Water Pool, 4 Bd/3 Ba, Near Busch Gardens & USF Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tim P.
Mar 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house. Clean with everything you need. Nice pool area.
Tim P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
brittany n.
Mar 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
We booked this property last minute after having to cancel with another property due to false advertising and cleanliness. This property was a breath of fresh air and saved our spring break trip. It was clean, had everything we didn’t know we needed, a great location, awesome communication, and super comfortable beds! I would absolutely book this property again!
brittany n.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Ricky F.
Feb 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Ricky F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Kelley S.
Jan 11, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Bonnie & Patrick are outstanding hosts! Communication was top notch. Home was beautiful & equipt with all amenities (& then some), that our family of 6 was looking for. Would definitely stay again! - Kelley S.
Kelley S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Karen P.
Jan 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfection for large families. Each bedroom was tucked away and allowed for extra privacy. The house was fully stocked with everything you might need for an enjoyable stay. The owners were very friendly and quick to respond. The house itself was absolutely beautiful and very well taken care of. We could not have been more happy with this property.
Karen P.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eboni R.
Dec 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Bonnie was very accommodating. The house met all our holiday expectations for a family of 7. We had a perfect Christmas get away.
Eboni R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon F.
Nov 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Bonnie was very responsive to messages. House was nice and as described, and the pool was amazing.
Shannon F.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
James L.
Oct 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was stocked with anything you might need. It was very clean and the communication with the owners was excellent.
James L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen H.
Jul 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was PERFECT for a large family with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The pool was perfect & the house had all the essentials to get through the week. The host was wonderful, very responsive, very accommodating, & very friendly ! Highly recommend for families !
Kathleen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Remona C.
Jul 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay! The house was absolutely beautiful and perfect for the family. Although we were not there for a happy occasion, we were very comfortable in the clean very nicely decorated space, which made us all feel better. The host was responsive and thoughtful. Excellent experience. I highly recommend this vacation home!
Remona C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Valicia B.
Jun 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property
We had an amazing family vacation at this beautifully renovated home! With adults and kids in tow, the spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath layout was perfect for us all. The screened in pool was a hit with the children as well as us grown children at heart and the amenities, including the well-equipped kitchen and TVs in every room, kept everyone entertained. The location near Busch Gardens, water park, and the quiet neighborhood added a peaceful touch. The host was accommodating, and we loved the pet-friendly option. Highly recommend this gem for a family getaway!
Valicia B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
Jun 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spacious Home
We were visiting Tampa for a long weekend to celebrate our mother's 77th birthday. The home was beautiful and spacious. Everything was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed the screened in crystal clear pool. The home had many amenities and extras that we do not normally see that was very much appreciated. The owner we very friendly and responsive. The food was fantastic at Craft riverboat dinner cruise, Ajisai, Jackson's Bistro and Eggs Up Grill. We would not hesitate to return and stay at this home again. Thank you Bonnie and Patrick for for everything.
Lisa H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim K.
May 13, 2025
Short stay
Dealing with the owners was pleasant and easy. They were very quick to respond to any inquiries we had throughout our stay. House was great with lots of room for our group of 8 and had everything you could need. Pool heater happened to be broken but the owners very quickly responded and not only didn't charge us for it, they also provided a refund for the inconvenience. Outside could use some TLC to match the inside of the house, although this doesnt affect your stay in anyway.
Kim K.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Calvin W., Cornelius
Apr 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Temple Terrace Family Retreat… PERFECT!
We had a family get together for Easter weekend, and this house was perfect. A very nice pool area, screened in and shaded, a beautifully decorated house with 4 nice bedrooms and 3 baths. What really made it special were the extras: pool toys for the kids, foosball table, croquet set, bikes, all of the cooking tools and extras… all the way down to a junk drawer in the laundry room. The location is very close to Busch Gardens, and it is easy to get access to the rest of the Tampa area. And it’s less than 1/4 mile to 2 different playgrounds, and a park along the Hillsborough River. They even have a pack and play and highchair for the baby. I HIGHLY recommend this retreat.
Calvin W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Becky S.
Apr 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Final Four Trip with friends
Excellent place to stay for entire group. Bonnie made the entire reservation, check-in, check-out process very easy for us. The house had everything we needed and more. I would definitely recommend staying here and we would stay there again.
Becky S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barb W.
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
The owners did a wonderful job at making us feel welcome. They added little touches that you don’t usually see on vrbo homes. The kitchen was very well equipped and the general set up of the house was great. The back of the house looks out to a very pretty pool area and a large grassy and tree area that is home to the many birds along the nearby bird trail. Our dog loved her walks along the river front. The home is close to all amenities. The home has an ideal location. We will be back!
Barb W.
Stayed 34 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Ranee K.
Feb 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
Overall was a very great home! The pool was nice & to have it heated made it perfect for my granddaughter to take her first swim! The location of the home was more urban than we anticipated but never ran into any issues. My daughter and her husband spent NYE downtown at Armature works and had a blast! Driving to different locations was easy from the home! Overall great stay!
Ranee K.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan H.
Feb 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Temple Terrace
My sister, daughter, son in law, son, and daughter in law and I stayed in the house at Thanksgiving for seven nights. The house was beautiful-looked just like the pictures. It was the perfect house for hosting Thanksgiving and entertaining the rest of our family. We loved the pool area, although it turned cold and we never had the opportunity to actually use the pool. The house was well stocked and had ample space for all of us. Any time we had a question or problem the hosts quickly responded to our inquiries. I would definitely stay at this VRBO again -hopefully with better pool weather the next time.
Susan H.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ryan K.
Dec 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lacrosse Tournament
The house was great. Loved the layout and it was decorated for Christmas. Amenities and furnishings were top notch. Pool area could use a little power washing, but it was pretty private for being on a corner lot.
Ryan K.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jolynn S.
Nov 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and lovely, accommodating hosts
Our visit to Florida was specifically due to a medical situation for a family member that was at Moffitt Cancer Center. The home was only 12 minutes away from the hospital and absolutely perfect for our family's needs. It is a large, very nice home that has absolutely everything you could possibly need along with the added bonus of the pool. The owners (and hosts) we so kind, compassionate and accommodating, which made our stressful situation much easier. We couldn't have asked for a better rental home situation and location than this home.
Jolynn S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin B.
Oct 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Had a great time
Kevin B.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Manuel O.
Sep 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Hosts are the best people!
Communication is key and the hosts were extremely kind and communicative during an unfortunate event, fantastic!
Manuel O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin S.
Aug 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home close to Parks
Our family really enjoyed our stay here. The home was warm, inviting and very spacious. There was plenty of items in the house for our use in the event we forgot something. The host communicated very well and responded promptly.
Kevin S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Carey E.
Aug 13, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Pool Was Green and Unusable
I reserved this house specifically for the pool, and upon arrival, the pool water was green. When I first sent a message to the owners they said it had been tested and the water was fine.
The next day, when it looked worse, I actually sent a photo and the owners stated that was unacceptable and refunded me $200 for my week’s rental. They did say they would get someone out to look at the pool and the following day the owner’s daughter showed up, to check it out, however, the pool remained green. They showed up one additional time as well.
Finally, on the 5th day of the rental (we hadn’t been able to use the pool at all) the person who’d installed the pool showed up, and found that either the pool service or previous guests had not placed the filter basket correctly, so debris had gotten into the impeller and completely gunked the system up. The pool vacuum hadn’t been running, and only then began to move about the pool He said the it would need to be re-balanced with chemicals before it was usable again as it was depleted of chlorine.
Needless to say, we were not able to use the pool at all the entire week. Considering I paid at last $100 more per day and stayed further from downtown Tampa just for the pool, I emailed the owners and asked for another $300 discount on my stay, which would have averaged out to about a $75 discount per night which is what I could have paid for a house closer to downtown (I was driving there twice a day, taking my daughter back and forth for a ballet school.
The owners rather curtly informed me that the water had been professionally tested and cleaned before I arrived, and several times during my stay, and that the $200 was for my inconvenience.
This was definitely not the case, as I never saw the pool service, and the pool installer specifically said it needed rebalancing. I took a photo of the invoice that he left stating as such.
Carey E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Maggie C.
Mar 26, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Wow we had an awesome stay at this beautiful house. The description and pictures do not do justice to this house. Props go out to the owner, this house was outstanding. Our family’s stay was so memorable with the comfortable beds, cleanliness, full stocked kitchen and the pool area. (just to make a few)
The owners made the whole checking process easy and headache free. They also where very attentive throughout stay and were available for inquiries. We had no issues, the home was very well prepped and maintained for our stay. Definitely will keep on our list for future stays and 100% recommend.
Thank you to the owners.