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Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi!

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Interior
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Living area
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6150.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Brandon, FL
  • Place, Westfield Brandon
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Tampa
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi!

Welcome to Blue Serenity Retreat. This home is meant for relaxation and getting away from it all! There is plenty of room for everyone - couples and families. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom spacious and serene space lets you forget your worries and ensures ultimate relaxation! Bring your bathing suit to enjoy your time by the pool.

Many great restaurants, shopping and entertainment nearby!

10 minutes to Top Golf
25 minutes to Busch Gardens
20 minutes to Zoo Tampa
17 minutes to FL Aquarium and Downtown Tampa
Less than an hour to the beaches
One hour to Legoland/Peppa Pig Park
One hour 15 min to Disney World

Bedrooms:
There is one master bedroom with a king bed, en suite bathroom and walk in closet. It also has a 65 inch smart TV. It has its own private entrance to the back patio and private pool. There are 2 guest rooms with queen beds along with an additional bathroom. We offer premium bedding and towels. This accommodation can sleep up to 6.

Living Room:
The living room has a comfortable sectional. It has a 65 inch smart TV. We offer high speed internet for all your streaming needs.

Dining Room:
The dining table sits 6 people comfortably. It is located next to 2 window seats made for relaxing, reading, etc. Feel free to check out the books on the bookshelf!

Kitchen:
The kitchen is fully equipped and waiting for your enjoyment. It contains a fridge, stove/range, microwave and dishwasher as well as a 4-slice toaster, blender and Keurig with a selection of delicious coffees/teas. It also contains cookware, plates/bowls, utensils and glassware.

Laundry Room:
The laundry room is equipped with a washer and dryer. It also has an ironing board, iron and laundry detergent/fabric softener/dryer sheets.

Guests will be able to access the entire home except for the garage. There is a driveway available for parking as well as street parking.

Pool:
We provide a free heated pool to our guests when the temperature cools down. If the temperature drops below 55 degrees the pool heater cannot keep up and will freeze. Therefore, we cannot offer a heated pool when the temperature drops below 55 degrees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No additional overnight guests No parties or gatherings Violation will result in loss of reservation and law enforcement will escort off property.
No smoking, vaping or drug use inside or outside of property. Violation will result in $250 fine Drug use - law enforcement will escort off property
Absolutely no pets, violation will result in $250 fine to cover deep cleaning

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Brandon

Located in Heather Lakes at Brandon, a neighbourhood in Brandon, this holiday home is near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and popular attractions include Florida State Fairgrounds and Florida Aquarium. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island are not to be missed.
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Brandon, FL

What's nearby

  • Westfield Brandon - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 19 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Port of Tampa - 19 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 28 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 16 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Metro Diner - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chick-N-Bones - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kanji Sushi & Ramen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi!?

As of 27 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi! on 19 June 2026 start from NZ$431, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Serenity Retreat - Come relax by the heated pool and jacuzzi! located?

Located in Heather Lakes at Brandon, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Westfield Brandon and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Brandon Regional Hospital. Topgolf and Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming quick to answer any questions and home had everything and more than we expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2026
Thank you JT for the review, we appreciate it. If you and your family come back to Florida, please book with us again. Safe travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay at Blue Serenity as always
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2026
Thank you Mark for returning again. Always look forward to having you and your wife stay with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect as always. This place sets the standard for what perfect vacation homes should be. We stay here whenever we can.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review. We appreciate you choosing our home again. You and your wife are always welcome back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Awesome place to stay in the Tampa area.

The house was amazing and everything you need in a home was provided by the owners. The pool and hot tub was well maintained, the home was super clean, comfy beds and amazing location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2025
Thank you for the great review. It was a pleasure to host you and your guest. Thank you for leaving our home in great condition, we appreciate it. When ever you're back in Florida we would love to host you again. Take care.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanna R.

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

Great place to stay!

Wonderful house with lots of amenities. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2022
Susanna and her guests were a pleasure to host. They left the home in great condition, respected the house rules, and were communicative. We would gladly host Susanna again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for soccer. We enjoyed the house, first pool that had a deep end and my 6’1 son really liked that part. House was very clean. Very relaxing quiet neighborhood
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
We are glad you and your family enjoyed our home. We appreciate you leaving our home in good condition. You and your family are welcome back to stay anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

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

Amazing House!

House was clean, well maintained and beautiful! Pool and hot tub qas great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2025
Peter and his guests were great to host. He was great to communicate with using the app. He left our home in great condition. We will look forward to host Peter and his guests again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

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

Amazing experience!

What an amazing experience staying at Blue Serenity!! Super clean, comfortable and peaceful home. It had everything we needed! Private pool and hot tub was amazing! The neighborhood is safe and friendly. The host was great at communicating. We would definitely stay here again! Beyond our expectations for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thank you for your review. It was our pleasure to host you and your family. We are so glad our home had everything you needed for your stay. Thank you for leaving our home in great condition. If you ever come back we would love to host you and your family again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith G.

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

Perfect for our family vacation!

The house was clean, lovely, and spacious. The pool and hot tub were delightful. The location was perfect for us - quick drive to many beaches, Legoland, and Tampa. The owner was so helpful and even offered to mail us a couple forgotten items - including a beloved stuffed animal. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2025
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your kind words and leaving our home in great condition. We would love to host you and your family again in the future Having two young boys myself , i understand the sadness of a lost teddy bear. I will mail it to you after the Easter Holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

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

April Vacation 15-19

Well maintained property close to shopping venues and points of interest.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2024
Sandra and her guest were a pleasure to host. She left our home in great condition. We would host Sandra and her family again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAUL S.

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

Clean, quiet, privacy, relaxation

The Blue Serenity rental is sparkling clean, located in a quiet neighborhood, and provides an enjoyable environment for private swimming, hot tub use, or outdoor reading and relaxation. The owner is customer focused and very responsive
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2025
Paul and his family are excellent guests to have.This is their second stay at my home and he's welcome back anytime. Great communication, left our home in great condition. We hope Paul and his family continue to book with us yearly.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Awesome

Great property! You get what you pay for. Excellent value and excellent location. We will book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Wonderful property

Great value. Definitely get what you pay for
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2024
We are glad you enjoyed our property. Mark and his guests were a pleasure to host.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

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

Amazing place to stay

We absolutely loved staying at this home. It was very clean and super comfortable. We all had a great time and would definitely stay here again and would recommend this place to anyone looking to visit Brandon or the surrounding areas. Communication with the host was great and the home had everything we needed. The pool and jacuzzi was so nice to have while on vacation. Don't hesitate to book this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2024
Thank you for the review Gregory. It was our pleasure hosting you and your family. Thank you for following our house rules and respecting our home. If you and your guest are back In Tampa we would love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDA R.

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

So nice and quiet.

Great technology
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 December 2022
Thank you Linda! It was a pleasure to host you at our home. We look forward to seeing you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rena N.

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

Blue Serenity

We enjoyed stay, everything was as described. Good neighborhood and location. We all enjoyed the pool and the house was comfortable. Our host was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2023
Thank you so much Rena. We are happy you and your guests had a great time and enjoyed our home. Please remember us for future stays. It was our pleasure having you stay. We hope you enjoyed the wine.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

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

Great place to stay

We were a family of 6 (4 adults; 2 teens) and we were very happy with our stay. The house is in a nice neighborhood and it is equipped with everything we needed. We used this as a base to visit Tampa, Busch Gardens etc and it was a convenient base for our travels. Everything was in great shape when we arrived and communication with the owner was easy and quick.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2024
Thank you Patrick. We were happy to Host you and your family. Thank you for following the rules and leaving our home in great condition. We look forward to hosting you and your family in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Beautiful and clean!!

The house was as described, super nice and clean. Fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2023
Thank you Susan, we appreciate it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorriann S.

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

Brandon Visit

This property was beautiful, well maintained and the property manager was just awesome. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this home and will definitely try to rent it when we go back. Check it out if you are looking for a great house to rent near the Tampa area, you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2023
Thank you for the review. It was our pleasure hosting you and your guests. You are definitely welcome back anytime. Thank you for treating our home with love. Safe travels and we look forward to future stays.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson P.

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

Great Home

The property was as advertised, exceptionally clean and very well outfitted with all the amenities, the check-in process was seamless, James the property owner was excellent, he communicated with us and was there if we had any questions or concerns. My family had a great time and we enjoyed our stay, we would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2023
Jeff and his family were truly a pleasure to host. They followed all of the house rules, were communicative, and took very good care of our home. We look forward to hosting them again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Attention to detail

Everything was done with excellence! Would definitely stay there again . And highly recommend it to everyone!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2024
John and his guests were a pleasure to host. John left our home in great condition. John is welcomed back to stay at our home anytime.
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10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Comfortable Retreat

We arrived to vist family and friends and found Blue Serenity perfect for our needs. Between the heated pool, jacuzzi, nearness to beaches and local attractions, there was plenty to do. The home itself was very clean, cozy, comfortable beds, well appointed, and had everything we needed. James and Romeena were very respinsive and kind. We plan on going back. beaches, and ma
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Softball weekend

We were in town to play ball in Plant City. This home worked out perfectly for us and another couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 February 2024
It was a pleasure to host you and your guests. You followed our rules and left are home in great condition. If you're ever back in this area we would love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

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

As pictured

Beautiful, clean home. Amenities were great for a nice getaway. The pictures are recent and the house is as shown. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 December 2022
Thank you Nicholas! We appreciate your kind words and we are so happy you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for being a wonderful guest. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy D.

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

The place is wonderful.

We just loved the area and home . Very safe neighborhood. The house was beautiful. The host were very good with communication with us . We would highly recommend this place . We will be back .
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 February 2024
Thank you so much for the kind review. It was our pleasure to host you and your wife. We would love to host you again. We appreciate you following our rules, leaving our home in great condition and great communication throughout stay.

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Hosted by James Martinez

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