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The Riverside Retreat - Designer Home w/HOT TUB/ FIREPIT Bachelorettes welcome.

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A living room with a large abstract painting, wicker chairs, a green sofa, a wooden chest, and a chandelier.
A dining area with a white table, pink chairs, a chandelier, and a mirror on the wall.
A four-poster canopy bed with white bedding, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and framed botanical prints on the wall.
A patio area with Adirondack chairs, a small table, and string lights.
A kitchen with green cabinets, a wooden countertop, a built-in oven, and a refrigerator.

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.

  • Firepit available

    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

  • At the centre of it all

    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Tampa Riverwalk
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, Tampa Riverwalk
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Armature Works
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Riverside Retreat - Designer Home w/HOT TUB/ FIREPIT Bachelorettes welcome.

NEW HOT TUB!

Centrally located in the heart of Tampa's Riverside Heights neighborhood, our gorgeously designed, one of a kind home has all that you’re looking for! As featured on HGTV, Better Homes & Gardens & Country Living, this house is a gem in the heart of Tampa. Float to sleep in your gently swaying suspended bed after a relaxing evening in our backyard oasis. The Riverside Retreat has it all! Make our home your home-away-from home while experiencing all that Tampa has to offer.

If you would like to book a small, intimate gathering such as a wedding, baby or bridal shower please message us for more details.

Driving Distances to Popular Locations:

Armature Works / Water Works Park - 4 Minutes (walkable)
Tampa Riverwalk - 8 Minutes
University of Tampa - 7 Minutes
Ybor City Historic District - 12 minutes
Busch Gardens - 20 Minutes
Raymond James Stadium - 6 Minutes
George M. Steinbrenner Field - 9 Minutes
Davis Island Beach - 18 miutes
St. Pete Beach - 45 Minutes
Clearwater - 40 Minutes

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 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

We have a STRICT NO TOLERANCE policy for PARTIES/UNREGISTERED GUESTS. All guests on property must be approved.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3962003vb
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
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

About the area

Tampa

Located in Tampa Heights, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. MacDill Air Force Base and MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Florida State Fairgrounds are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Tampa Riverwalk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Armature Works - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park - Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Water Works Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rick's on the River - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cacciatore & Sons - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Empamamas - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rocca - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tiff’s Treats - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Riverside Retreat - Designer Home w/HOT TUB/ FIREPIT Bachelorettes welcome. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Riverside Retreat - Designer Home w/HOT TUB/ FIREPIT Bachelorettes welcome.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Riverside Retreat - Designer Home w/HOT TUB/ FIREPIT Bachelorettes welcome.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Riverside Retreat - Designer Home w/HOT TUB/ FIREPIT Bachelorettes welcome.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Riverside Retreat - Designer Home w/HOT TUB/ FIREPIT Bachelorettes welcome. located?

Located in Tampa Heights, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Armature Works and Tampa Riverwalk. Raymond James Stadium and Tampa Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 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. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, we had a good experience at the property. The host was super communicative and resolved a concern I had immediately. The property is beautiful and just as pictured. The location of the property is central to many fun things to do in Tampa and the airport if you’re flying in. Great stay for all of us that were there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thank you Vanessa for the kind review, your valuable feedback and for leaving the home in pristine condition. We would love tobhave you back in the future should you be in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was so wonderful! It made our time in Tampa 1000 times better. We were provided with everything we needed. Hosts were extremely communicative and friendly. The house is absolutely beautiful and in a great location close to riverwalk and downtown Tampa. It was an easy drive everywhere we had to be. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute place, great communication, and near downtown where we wanted to eat and hang out. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a beautiful place to stay! The property was just as listed! If you’re looking for a nice place this is it! The communication was great and if we are ever back in Tampa we will be staying there again! Thank you Alex and Peter!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2026
Thank you Susan. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is absolutely perfect and met all of our needs! Beautiful home and great hosts!We had a wonderful stay at this house. It comfortably accommodated our group with plenty of space for everyone. The home was very clean, cute, and well cared for. Everything was exactly as described, and the hosts were extremely responsive and helpful throughout our stay. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to larger groups.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and location for seeing a co cert at Raymond James Stadium!

Really nice/unique house close to several attractions. We saw a concert at Raymond James Stadium and stayed overnight and it was perfect! Host was very responsive prior to our arrival and even accomdated a slightly earlier checkin and later checkout which helped us out alot! Would definitley stay here again when in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2025
Thank you Julie, glad you enjoyed your stay and happy to have been able to accomodate your requests. Thank you for taking such good care of our property, we would be delighted to host you in future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic work meeting retreat

A great spot for an offsite work retreat! The backyard with the firepit fostered wonderful conversations, and the kitchen was clean and well-equipped. Beds, bathrooms, and common areas were all comfortable and spotless. Thank you for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable house, great location

We had such a great time at this Vrbo! The decorations were beautiful - very cozy and unique, the house is clean and well stocked. We love the backyard with a fire pit and overall, it was a great girls trip! The only negative to this property is the busy road it is on, but it is a great location if you want to get out downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Home, Perfect Location

I enjoyed Thanksgiving weekend with my immediate family of 7 ages 11,19, 20, 35,39,42 and 63 and everyone loved the home! The location was close to the movies, brunch at Oxford Exchange and the Funny Bone comedy club all places the family enjoyed being 10 min away or less! The owners were super accommodating and responsive! Def would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We recently stayed at the Riverside Retreat to host our small wedding ceremony and an intimate henna night, and it was truly such a special experience for me and my husband. The home was very clean and exactly as described in the listing. From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by how beautiful and well-kept everything was. Many of our guests complimented the home itself and commented on how charming and picturesque it was for our celebrations.Peter and Alex were wonderful throughout the entire process. They maintained great communication, answered our questions promptly, and made everything feel seamless and stress-free.The only downside I would mention is that if you’re hosting an event, parking can be a bit difficult. However, Peter and Alex were very upfront and transparent about this from the beginning, which we really appreciated.Overall, we had a fantastic experience and would highly recommend this property for your stay or special gathering. It provided the perfect backdrop for some of the most meaningful moments of our lives!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2026
Thank you Sarah for your glowing review of our Riverside Retreat. We are truly honored to have been selected for your special weekend and are overjoyed that you were happy with your choice. Wishing you and your husband a long, healthy, peaceful and joyous life together. Peter and Alex
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5/5 Stars

Exceptional Stay at Alex and Peter's The Riverside Retreat! We had an incredible time at this beautiful home, which looks exactly like the pictures listed. The home was immaculate, stylishly decorated, and equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Alex and Peter were outstanding hosts—extremely responsive and accommodating. They provided detailed instructions and recommendations and even left thoughtful touches. We truly appreciate it. The location was perfect for our trip. I would 100% recommend this property. Thank you again for everything; I can’t wait to stay here again. Estela and Yohander
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2024
Hi Estela and Yohander, Thank you for your kind words and for taking such good care of our property. We know that you had many choices where to stay in Tampa and are honored that you chose our Riverside Retreat for your family. We would love the opportunity to host you again in the future. Alex and Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Definitely A Retreat

This home is unique in its own way! It’s adorable! Everything about this house is on point. Good size room spaces, the beds are comfortable. The kitchen (chef kiss) makes you excited to cook. An abundance of supplies including seasonings, creamers, coffee, toiletries, etc. You just have to buy food. The backyard is the retreat. You are in your own world. Look no further and choose this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2024
Hi Tanya, Thank you for your kind words and for taking such good care of our property. We know that you had many choices where to stay in Tampa and are honored that you chose our Riverside Retreat. We would love the opportunity to host you again in the future. Alex and Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for boys weekend brewery crawl

Five old (40s) College buddies annual boys weekend during March Madness tourney, and this place was perfect. Awesome outdoor patio with multiple seating areas, bbq, table, string lights and fire pit was perfect for beer share. Sleeping arrangements was easy with only two of us needing to share a room (and still a bed to spare). The loft area with tv was unique and fun. Bathrooms, kitchen and whole house was updated, clean and well-stocked. Master suite with its own bathroom was very nice (since I organized it I got first dibs;) Only two things to be aware of: the house is on a high-traffic road and the neighborhood is actively going through gentrification (nice houses like this are mixed among run-down houses and across the bridge is a low-income apartment complex, but it didn’t bother us as we walked right past it late at night after a great time at Ricky’s on the River (highly recommend for late night oddities lol). The other thing that we’d mention is there’s only one tv (in the loft room). During March Madness we’d have liked an outdoor patio tv and perhaps one in each bedroom, but we were out and about most of the time anyway. Easy walk to Woven Water brewery (best in Tampa), and to the Armature Works. We ended up walking all the way down the riverwalk from there to Hattricks to watch some games, and walked all the way back and it was easy and safe. The hosts had rules up front to ensure no house parties etc but were very chill and responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Alex Banyasz

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Why they chose this property

Riverside Heights' unique blend of old and new homes, genuine community vibe, and direct access to both urban amenities and natural beauty make it special. Nestled by the scenic Hillsborough River adds to the local charm.

What makes this property unique

The Riverside Retreat stands out for its unique designer style and features that make the stay feel special rather than typical. The home has been recognized in design media like HGTV, Better Homes & Gardens, and Country Living, highlighting its distinctive aesthetic. Memorable amenities such as the floating bed, outdoor fire-pit lounge, and hot tub create a fun, experience-focused stay. Its location in Riverside Heights offers a quiet neighborhood feel while still being close to downtown Tampa attractions and the Riverwalk. Combined with space for larger groups and consistently strong guest reviews, it delivers both style and comfort for group getaways.

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