Lakeview Family Retreat | Pet Friendly | Lanai & Fenced Yard | Near Tampa & Brandon

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A living room with two brown leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A coffee bar with a Keurig machine, a sign that says 'Coffee Bar,' and a 'Open all day' sign.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile pattern.
A spacious living area with a dining table, bar stools, and a kitchen in the background.
A neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and three wall-mounted artwork pieces.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor entertainment area
    A rare find — gather and enjoy the dedicated outdoor entertainment space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free internet
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Brandon, FL
  • Place, Westfield Brandon
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Topgolf
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ice Sports Forum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

BR #1: Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

BR #2: Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

BR #3: Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Sleeper Sofa

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

BA#1: Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

BA #2: Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Brandon

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Heather Lakes at Brandon, a neighbourhood in Brandon. Port Tampa Bay and Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Florida State Fairgrounds and Florida Aquarium. Check out an event or a game at Benchmark International Arena, and consider making time for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Map
Brandon, FL

What's nearby

  • Westfield Brandon - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Topgolf - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ice Sports Forum - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bottle House Bar - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Boing Jump Center - 10 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Metro Diner - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeview Family Retreat | Pet Friendly | Lanai & Fenced Yard | Near Tampa & Brandon pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeview Family Retreat | Pet Friendly | Lanai & Fenced Yard | Near Tampa & Brandon?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeview Family Retreat | Pet Friendly | Lanai & Fenced Yard | Near Tampa & Brandon on 9 November 2026 start from NZ$1,222, 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.

How much is parking at Lakeview Family Retreat | Pet Friendly | Lanai & Fenced Yard | Near Tampa & Brandon?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeview Family Retreat | Pet Friendly | Lanai & Fenced Yard | Near Tampa & Brandon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeview Family Retreat | Pet Friendly | Lanai & Fenced Yard | Near Tampa & Brandon?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeview Family Retreat | Pet Friendly | Lanai & Fenced Yard | Near Tampa & Brandon located?

Located in Heather Lakes at Brandon, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Westfield Brandon and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Brandon Regional Hospital. Topgolf and Bottle House Bar 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. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, easy check in, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2026
Thank you, Justin! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Heather Lakes Retreat and found everything clean and check-in easy. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Had a great experience

This is a nice place, quite and very close to everything. Customer service was great.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2026
Thank you, John! We’re thrilled to hear that Heather Lakes Retreat provided a lovely and convenient getaway for you. We’re glad you appreciated the peaceful setting and the excellent customer service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

Very clean, nice furniture, comfy bed and perfect for my dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Graduation Stay

This home was absolutely beautiful! We love the fenced in porches and the view of the lake was beautiful. I also loved that the home was easy for my mom to move around as she has some disabilities. Our stay was amazing and I would definitely book this location again.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2026
Thank you, Elizabeth! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing stay at Heather Lakes Retreat. It’s great to know that the fenced-in porches and beautiful lake views added to your experience, and that the home’s accessibility features were helpful for your mom. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

We had a great stay at the rental home in Brandon. The space was very clean in a quiet neighborhood. Communication from Itrip was prompt and clear. Check in was flawless.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2026
Thank you, Anthony, for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Heather Lakes Retreat. It’s great to know that you found the space clean and the neighborhood quiet. We’re also glad that our communication and check-in process met your expectations. We hope to welcome you back for another delightful visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great long term stay

This was our second time staying at this property, and we're glad we did. We really enjoy the amenities and the backyard view.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Katlyn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your second stay at Heather Lakes Retreat and appreciated the amenities and backyard view. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Property and communication was excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

The house was great and met all our expectations. The host were very responsive and we'd definitely book with them again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home

Home, location, and host was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nicely Renovated

The layout and look was great. Clean and bright and this property was perfect for my stay. Nice location, close to the family I was visiting with.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host left welcoming note at the kitchen bar. House was very clean and had a nice layout. Lovely screened areas at front and back doors for fresh air. Lanai overlooks a lake for relaxing at sunset and listening to birdsong. Perfect place for 4 - 6 people I would say.
View from backyard, Heather Lakes, Brandon, FL.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2026
Thank you, Christie, for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Heather Lakes Retreat. It's wonderful that the welcoming note, clean interior, and lovely layout made your visit special. We're glad the screened areas and lanai provided you with a relaxing setting overlooking the lake. We hope to welcome you back for another great stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, very nice and clean, only negative was a dog next door barking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

location

location was good to get around to tampa,apollo beach,and Ybor city.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 March 2025
Thank you so much for your review, Dennis! We're delighted to hear that you found Heather Lakes Retreat to be conveniently located for exploring Tampa, Apollo Beach, and Ybor City. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

This beautiful house is so clean, it has a the comforts of home and a very nice Jacuzzi tub for relaxing. The back yard has a great view of the sunset. We really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

East Bay Raceway trip

Very pleased with the place!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Great to hear you had a nice stay with us in Brandon! We welcome you back anytime! Kim w iTrip
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Centrally located and clean.

This proprry is well taken care of and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 December 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review, Victor! We're thrilled to hear that you found Heather Lakes Retreat to be well taken care of and clean. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Riverview, FL home

House was clean and had everything we needed. 2nd time booking with itrip and was not disappointed.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2025
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review! We're happy to know that you were satisfied with your stay. It was lovely hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home away from home

Great house with plenty of room, comfy beds, and great showers! It has all the amenities you may need, even dishes for kids! We really enjoyed both screened in porches! Close to shopping, restaurant, and The River church!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 February 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Jared! We're thrilled to hear that Heather Lakes Retreat provided plenty of room, comfy beds, and great showers for your stay. It's fantastic to know that you appreciated the amenities, including the dishes for kids, and enjoyed the screened-in porches. We're glad the location was convenient for shopping, dining, and visiting The River church. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back for another fantastic stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

MH

Great place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great choice for our family. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall very happy. Stayed here while we moved or son into the university of Tampa. Communication with property management company is second to none. Would stay again when we go visit our son
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2025
Thank you for leaving a review! We’re really glad you had a great stay. We appreciate your kind words about our communication and would love to host you again whenever you’re back visiting him.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

FAMILY EVENT

Had family coming in from all over the country. We chose this property vs a hotel for some of us. Home is beautiful. Close to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thanks for your review! The home and location is great!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simple and Easy

The property is exactly as outlined. Comfortable and clean. We will definitely reserve this property again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overall great place

Overall great location n property. Only challenge we had was the hot water ran out after the third person took a shower and the property sleeps 8 We figured it out though some showered at night and some showered in the morning. 😁
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thank you for the review! We have had our hot water heater checked and everything is working perfectly! I apologize if there were any issues during your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place … I’d rent it again

It is what it says it is. Clean house easy to get to and get in. Is rent it again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2025
Thank you so much for your review, Jason! We're delighted to hear that you found Heather Lakes Retreat to be clean and easily accessible. We're thrilled to know that you would rent it again, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great stay!
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