Lakehouse Cozy Suite & Charming Vintage Camper at Little Cypress Guest Suites

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Lutz, FL

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center13 min drive
University of South Florida15 min drive
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay19 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Thanks for your interest in our rentals. PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A PRIVATE WHOLE HOUSE RENTAL. Your booking includes two sleeping spaces, a fully renovated vintage camper and a suite with private entrance (in the host's home with no shared common spaces, but shared closed/locked doors and walls with host's living area). Miss Ruby, the camper is quite private, but the suite is not entirely sound proof. Each space has a queen sized bed and it's own unique private bath. Reservations include use of lakeside amenities, including kayaks, grill, hammock, lounge chairs & fire pit. The lakeside property is shared with the owner.

Miss Ruby is our beloved 1965 Yellowstone Vintage Camper, 13' of private, cozy & clean. She is fully renovated with whisper quiet climate control, refrigerator, sink and tv, with the love of a decorator's touch. The coil comfort queen sized mattress is completed with a Tempurpedic topper, 100% cotton sheets and quality bed linens. Miss Ruby's unique private bathhouse is outdoors, just around the corner of the main house, with a hot shower under the trees, sink and toilet.

Inside the main house through guests' private entrance you will find the second accommodations and bathroom, a comfortable and clean private bedroom with an organic queen mattress, cotton linens and sitting room with television, refrigerator, tv, microwave and coffee maker. The suite's private bathroom boasts a spacious walk-in shower and self-care amenities.

Private access to the guest suite's bedroom (14' x 10'), adjacent sitting room (11' x 7') & bathroom. The vintage camper (Miss Ruby) is a cozy 13' and includes it's own private outdoor bathhouse, just steps away. The two spaces have their own outdoor patios within 20 feet of one another. You also have shared use of the lakeside deck, kayaks & grounds. Enjoy the beauty of natural Florida under the cool shade of the Cypress Trees with the convenience of easy access to downtown Tampa, the Tampa International Airport, Ybor City, Amalie Arena, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, USF, University of Tampa, Lowry Park Zoo, The Florida Aquarium, the Straz Center, Carrolwood, Tarpon Springs & Gulf Beaches.

Property manager

Judi

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Note that the property is not child-proofed.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Inquire about event rental fees

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Outdoors, away from windows and doors

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5

Note from host: Inquire about event rental fees

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

About the area

Lutz

Located in Lutz, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. International Plaza and Bay Street and Westshore Plaza Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Adventure Island and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Travelling with kids? Don't miss ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Florida State Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lutz, FL

What's nearby

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 13 min drive
University of South Florida - 15 min drive
Adventure Island - 18 min drive
ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 18 min drive
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 19 min drive

Getting around

Tampa Union Station - 26 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

Chick-Fil-A - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Wendy's - 5 min drive
Checkers - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakehouse Cozy Suite & Charming Vintage Camper at Little Cypress Guest Suites pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakehouse Cozy Suite & Charming Vintage Camper at Little Cypress Guest Suites?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakehouse Cozy Suite & Charming Vintage Camper at Little Cypress Guest Suites?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakehouse Cozy Suite & Charming Vintage Camper at Little Cypress Guest Suites located?

This family-friendly Lutz cottage is located on the waterfront, 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from St. Joseph's Hospital - North, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Keystone Lake and Northdale Golf Course. Avila Golf and Country Club and Heritage Harbor Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Robin D., Lima, NY near Rochester

27 March 2022

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

Beautiful lakeside location for 2 northern guests

We rented both properties , not realizing they were 2 separate listings, but it worked out well for giving us more space. Each property is compact, with amenities such as shower soaps, thick bath and beach towels, coffeemaker and coffee, paper goods. Comfortable beds, AC, fans, and heating unit. TV units in both rentals. Being on the lake is the prize feature. Host generously supplied us with single kayaks for an enjoyable 2hrs touring the lake and photographing fowl. Cooked breakfast in the camper (more equipped for cooking with cooking utensils, pans), ate at the lake deck (set up with canopy, table, deck chairs, propane grill, napping hammock). The outdoor shower (w/camper rental) is a treat, totally private and outfitted with soaps, fan, decorative lighting. Shower with suite rental is nicely oversized, also with soaps and lovely art. Cooking and washing up dishes in the suite is a little tricky as you're limited to a microwave and toaster and a few dishes. Small plastic basin to wash up dishes in the bathroom. Lots of wastebaskets with bags placed throughout suite. Grounds of the rentals and host's home are beautifully maintained - woods, plants, lake. Parking on the property is ample and easy. Neighborhood is attractive residential, short drive to local stores and restaurants. It was nice to go out to the beach and local sights and return to the cool, quiet rentals.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg J.

6 April 2021

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

Great Getaway!

To start, we were a little late to the game in working on our spring break plans. The houses we were looking at seemed to be disappearing by the minute. I started searching for a lake in addition to oceanside. I hadn't though of lakes in Florida, but being from Michigan, it was familiar. I stumbled upon this property and was amazed at how much it looked like home. I mean we have a lot of inland lakes in Michigan. WIth everything going on, I also thought it might be a good thing to stay away from the crowds as well. I was not disappointed! Talk about quiet! Nothing to hear but the fish jumping, birds talking to each other and frogs discussing worldly topics. (OK, maybe they were just ribitting) We made use of the firepit about every night and especially later in the week when it cooled down. Ms. Ruby, the camper, was a hit with my teenagers and they were able to swap nights all week. Our accommodations were sufficient and the bed was very comfortable. Ms. Judi was a great host and we really appreciated the hospitality. My only regret is that we didn't stick around more instead of seeing the sights. I wouldn't trade any of it, though, as it was a trip that I'll never forget.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Judi

Hello and thanks for checking out our little slice of paradise! Nothing pleases me more than to share it with others. When life gives you lemons...well, you know...you pull up your boot straps and make some amazing lemonade. Oh so sweet with a little zip, I enjoy the art of living well creatively with great food, friendships & a healthy lifestyle close to nature. While my kids are off into the world creating their own amazing life adventures, you’ll find me tending our homestead, baking in the kitchen, singing & playing music, practicing yoga or planning my own next adventure.

I have a few good stories to share - ask about my month in Thailand sailing to remote islands in the Andaman Sea, singing on stage with Andrea Bocelli or
studying Tibetan language & culture with the Dalai Lama’s translator. Life is grand!

Thanks so much for stopping by and for supporting small women owned business.

Why they chose this property

Years ago, and seemingly a lifetime has passed since I first stepped foot onto this Old Florida homestead with its cypress trees, sleepy spanish moss and a breeze that blew the scent of lake through this cypress and heart wood pine saltbox style home. As a college student I rented the house, designed and built by it’s owners in 1956 while they were wintering in Honduras; little did I know I would return as a full time caregiver and marry into the family. If these walls could talk….babies were born, gardens have come and gone, there were birthdays and celebrations of life, marriages & anniversaries, house concerts, meditation retreats, kid's school and scout parties and more dinner gatherings than I can count. Nearly 30 years later, with lots of sweat equity, the passage of loved ones and a few tears, I continue to call this place home and now share it with others, with joy and gratitude as Little Cypress Guest Suites.