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Little House By the River

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The little house by the river, nestled in Seminole Heights near Tampa's vibrant downtown area and Busch Gardens. Enjoy two bedrooms with queen-sized beds, a twin-size air mattress in a side room, and modern kitchen with restored heart pine wood flooring.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 486 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Little House By the River

The little house by the river is located in Seminole Heights near Busch Gardens and downtown Tampa. It's a few miles from Raymond James Stadium, Amelie Arena, USF, University of Tampa, Lowry Park Zoo, and much more. It's down a private street that is secluded and had a view of the Hillsborough River. You may take a walk down to the water.

The house has two bedrooms room with queen-sized beds. There is also one twin-size air mattress in a side room. The two rooms have a view out towards the Hillsborough River.

The house is a restored 90-year-old bungalow with character. Restored heart pine wood flooring and modern kitchen.

There is a tiny house separate from the property in the back that is also rented with its own driveway.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 930 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Two Car Maximum and No parking on grass or street
No extra guests on property at any time (extra guest fees will apply to all guests on property).
No loud music or parties. The tiny house is a separate space and not part of the rental.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Property is also known as

Little House By the River Tampa
Little House By the River Private vacation home
Little House By the River Private vacation home Tampa

About the neighborhood

Located in Old Seminole Heights, a neighborhood in Tampa, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a river. 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. Florida Aquarium and Adventure Island are not to be missed. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating and other activities like wildlife walks.
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What's nearby

  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • George M. Steinbrenner Field - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Port of Tampa - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 10 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Pequeña Colombia Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪ABC Pizza House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Pequeña Colombia Express - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little House By the River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little House By the River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little House By the River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little House By the River located?

Located in Old Seminole Heights, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of ZooTampa at Lowry Park, Kindred Hospital Central Tampa, and Habana Health Care Center. Tampa Riverwalk and Raymond James Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Little House By the River Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Laura Jean M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful neighborhood, cute house

Hope to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

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

Cute Home for a Weekend Getaway

We stayed for a weekend concert and the house is just as described and tucked away in a secluded neighborhood. It was clean and a short ride to the stadium. Communication with the host was fast and easy. Would absolutely book again if the opportunity arose.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Maxine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C., Winter Haven

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

Perfect Tampa Home!

This little place was absolutely perfect for our weekend! 2 days, 4 people. Communication with the host was top notch, very responsive and nice. It was a quick ride to both Raymond James Stadium (Uber was about 12 minutes!), and to Busch Gardens! The whole place was clean and so very quaint. Really loved the historic yet updated feel of this little home. Very minor things - cannot walk down to the river, the house was a little tough to find, especially at night, and Google Maps puts you at a dead end when you actually have to turn a hard right, and then a left. However these are such minor things and once those hiccups were figured out it was smooth sailing! Really loved this hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Melissa G.

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

Cute home

Home is as described, small but cute. The online listing states that you may take a walk down to the river, however, there is a notice in the home stating that it is private property and you should not do that. We aired on the side of caution and did not go. It is a wonderful, quiet neighborhood and the perfect place to relax. There are a couple of chairs on the back porch, although we were not aware ahead of time that there is another home immediately adjacent to the back porch. No chairs on the front porch, although we did take the folding chairs and sit there a few times. The home is perfectly comfortable for two or three people, more than that and it would be a little bit of a tight squeeze especially in the bathroom. No live TV channels, but plenty of apps to watch, and there was internet, The security light at the carport stays on all night, so the light shines into the bedrooms. Could use a few more pans, and towels and accessories in the kitchen. There is currently a Keurig machine not a standard coffee pot. It was perfect for our weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Great place.

Great place easy to communicate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

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

Weekend getaway

Wonderful location to stay and visit family in Tampa.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Perfect Little House

We had a group of five that went to Howl O Scream. The house was immaculate, great setup, and excellent amenities. Already planning on coming back for Christmas Town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leunamarie A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good!!

Totally recomendable, great environment!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

AUG 10 2020

Great stay on your property. Excellent location. I would suggest an additional bathroom. The small (but very nice) existing one would be challenging for more than 2 guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Margaret H.

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

Cute cottage.

Just as advertised. No closet space. Sufficient kitchen, though no condiments. Owner was quick to respond, but there wasn’t much information provided at the cottage. Though it has 2 bedrooms, there's a 3rd room that can be used as a bedroom that has air mattresses. No closets. Very few TV channels.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

michel p.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

bad renovation

fast work, badly done, look good fast on picture, but unfinished work and sheep ! dirty !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bradley H., USA

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

great

this was a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Nice cottage style house

Nice quiet location. Only downside is tv channels are very limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020