Waterfront Home w/ Private Dock, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Games
(*Coming Nov.’24, the master bedroom will have an en-suite bathroom. This will result in two bathrooms inside main house in addition to a third bathroom located across the breezeway with the laundry*). Welcome to our 1959 Mid Century Modern house on a tranquil canal in sunny Apollo Beach, Florida! Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a friends' trip, this house will add retro flair to your experience — with an unforgettable view.
Lounge on the deck, dock, or in the hot tub. Hop in a kayak and explore the canals. Enjoy one of the local beaches or take a day trip to Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, Sarasota, or even Orlando.
Your vacation options are endless here! The space The canal view alone will put you in vacation mode, with a private outdoor space including a deck, hot tub, dock, and access to a paddleboard with paddleboard and two kayaks equipped with paddles, plus life jackets. (The jet ski pictured is not available for use.) But you are welcome to bring your own boat/ jetski or have a local fishing charter pick you up right from the dock.
The house itself offers a spacious living area and three bedrooms, with classic, bold, and whimsical details throughout. Enjoy speedy wi-fi and a 65” smart TV with access to local channels and apps like Amazon Prime, Netflix, The Roku Channel, and YouTube (accessible with your own login to those apps).
You’ll have everything you need, from fresh towels and premium bedding, to hotel-quality pillows, and a kitchen fully equipped with everything but the food and drinks for cooking and eating at your home away from home. Or, enjoy a char-grilled meal on the charcoal grill (charcoal not included) and a relaxing evening sitting around the fire table.
Note on the carbon monoxide alarm. This home does not have any fuel burning appliances, only electric, which do not produce carbon monoxide. Guest access This entire home, yard, deck, hot tub, dock, and canal are yours to enjoy. You will receive instructions on entry access prior to check-in.
The laundry and second full bathroom are detached from the main house (across the breezeway). You will have access to these areas as well.
The backyard is fenced in; however, there is no fence along the seawall of the canal and no barrier to walk on the dock. Other things to note Hi y’all! We are John and Jayme from Tennessee. Jayme used to live in nearby Sarasota, FL, and we have family nearby, so the Tampa Bay area feels like our second home.
We enjoy traveling as much as possible and bring along our Old English Bulldog whenever we can.
John flips houses on the side, and we fell in love with this 1959 Mid Century Modern home on Flamingo Canal in Apollo Beach. Rather than flip this one, we decided to renovate and turn it into our own short-term rental, keeping the Mid Century character, of course. You won’t find a Florida beach house theme here!
We look forward to hosting you, and we value your helpful feedback.
The best we can hope is that at the end of your stay, you won’t want to leave.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Ensure all used items (kayaks, paddleboard, patio furniture/ cushions, items from deck box, etc) are retuned to their original location.
Ensure hot tub cover is closed
Any moved interior furniture is placed back in its original location
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No events or group gatherings larger than 8 people without approval.
Do not allow dogs on furniture or beds.
Dogs left alone must be crated.
Please pick up after your dog. Poop bags are provided inside the house. (Note: “Pee pads” are not allowed.)
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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
Apollo Beach
Apollo Beach is home to this holiday home. Cypress Golf Club and Sandpiper Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Brandon and Bloomingdale Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Benchmark International Arena or East Bay Raceway Park.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 24 min drive - 35.5 km
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 38 min drive - 41.0 km
Getting around
Tampa Union Station - 25 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Planet Smoothie - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
7-Eleven - 4 min drive
Finn’s Dockside Bar And Grill - 4 min drive
Circle K - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront Home w/ Private Dock, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Games pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Home w/ Private Dock, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Games?
As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Home w/ Private Dock, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Games on 20 June 2026 start from NZ$511, 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 Waterfront Home w/ Private Dock, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Games?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Home w/ Private Dock, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Games?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Home w/ Private Dock, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Games?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Home w/ Private Dock, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Games located?
Situated in Apollo Beach, this holiday home is steps from Apollo Beach Dog Park and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Tampa Bay. Manatee Viewing Center and Ruskin Family Drive-In are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Awesome property. Fantastic view. Clean and peaceful. Excellent host. Awesome communication. Very accommodating. Definitely recommend and I will find a reason to stay again
This was our first house rental and the experience was very good. A beautiful view of the causeway was a big plus for me! This house was an excellent base for our family visit and activities.
Great home by the water. We really enjoyed our stay. The home was well stocked with all the basic needs. The location on the water made it even better.
Everything about this property is beautiful. The cleanliness of the property was above expectations. Everything was decorated beautifully and gave a very cozy feel. The host is also great when communicating. I would absolutely recommend this property and hopefully will be returning in the future!
Brittany B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
We are great full you chose our property and glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again!
Wonderful home to stay at. Our host John was very nice and was very communicative. The place is exactly like the photos. Very comfortable and spacious. The home had great amenities. The attention to detail was on point. Great for a short trip or long stay. Grocery stores are easily accessible and just a few minutes away. 5 Stars.
My wife and I enjoyed our stay at this fun retro house. The views are amazing and sitting on the dock was probably the best part of the trip and the thing that we made a daily routine of. We enjoyed sitting out during sunset and watching the fish jump in the canal. Very peaceful! The house had everything we needed including beach towels and plenty of space to stretch out. The hot tub was also a perfect place to sit and relax after dark. We have some friends that live in the area and they came over several times to enjoy the views as well as grilling out on the back deck. We plan to return to Apollo Beach and when we do I plan to book it again. John was very accommodating and reached out several times to make sure we had everything we needed. Thank you John, and we look forward to coming back and staying again.
5 stars, We had a great stay. John was on top of everything you couldn't ask for a better host. The home was very clean and comfortable. We loved every minute.John L.