10/10 Excellent
Norman M.
27 March 2025
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Norman M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Apartment
The Twisted Tulip A Curious and Intimate Garden Studio
Apartment with kitchenette, near Tampa Bay
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
St. Petersburg, FL
- Place, St. Pete's Historic Coliseum3 min walk
- Place, Jannus Live11 min walk
- Place, Vinoy Park16 min walk
- Airport, St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)4 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
The Twisted Tulip A Curious and Intimate Garden Studio
The Twisted Tulip is a thoughtfully designed garden studio tucked within the Banyan House property in St. Petersburg’s Uptown neighborhood. Small in size but rich in character, this intimate retreat is ideal for solo travelers or couples seeking a quiet, design-forward stay with a strong sense of place.
The studio embraces a playful, maximalist aesthetic with curated details, layered textures, and bold touches that make the space feel expressive without sacrificing comfort. Every element is intentional, creating a cozy environment that feels personal, creative, and easy to settle into.
Inside, the space offers a comfortable sleeping area, a compact kitchenette suitable for light meals and coffee, and a seating area for relaxing after a day out. The layout is efficient and welcoming, designed for guests who value atmosphere, walkability, and a stay that feels different from a standard hotel room.
Guests enjoy their own private outdoor courtyard, a quiet spot to start the morning, unwind in the evening, or simply enjoy Florida’s mild weather in a more personal setting.
The Twisted Tulip sits next to a neighborhood park featuring walking paths, a scenic pond, and a landmark banyan tree. This green space adds a peaceful, local rhythm to the stay and is a favorite for morning walks or relaxed time outdoors.
The studio is located in a walkable part of Uptown, close to coffee shops, neighborhood dining, and local favorites. Downtown St. Petersburg, the waterfront, galleries, and cultural attractions are all just minutes away, making it easy to explore the city without feeling immersed in crowds.
The Twisted Tulip offers a rare blend of intimacy, design, and location, making it a memorable home base for guests who appreciate smaller spaces with personality.
The studio embraces a playful, maximalist aesthetic with curated details, layered textures, and bold touches that make the space feel expressive without sacrificing comfort. Every element is intentional, creating a cozy environment that feels personal, creative, and easy to settle into.
Inside, the space offers a comfortable sleeping area, a compact kitchenette suitable for light meals and coffee, and a seating area for relaxing after a day out. The layout is efficient and welcoming, designed for guests who value atmosphere, walkability, and a stay that feels different from a standard hotel room.
Guests enjoy their own private outdoor courtyard, a quiet spot to start the morning, unwind in the evening, or simply enjoy Florida’s mild weather in a more personal setting.
The Twisted Tulip sits next to a neighborhood park featuring walking paths, a scenic pond, and a landmark banyan tree. This green space adds a peaceful, local rhythm to the stay and is a favorite for morning walks or relaxed time outdoors.
The studio is located in a walkable part of Uptown, close to coffee shops, neighborhood dining, and local favorites. Downtown St. Petersburg, the waterfront, galleries, and cultural attractions are all just minutes away, making it easy to explore the city without feeling immersed in crowds.
The Twisted Tulip offers a rare blend of intimacy, design, and location, making it a memorable home base for guests who appreciate smaller spaces with personality.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
St. Petersburg
Historic Uptown, a neighbourhood in St. Petersburg, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while Salvador Dali Museum and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider Jannus Live and North Shore Aquatic Center.
St. Petersburg, FL
What's nearby
- St. Pete's Historic Coliseum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Palladium Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Chihuly Collection - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Jannus Live - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Vinoy Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 4 min walk
- Voodoo Brewing - St Pete - 7 min walk
- Black Crow Coffee - 8 min walk
- Starbucks - 6 min walk
- Dunkin' - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
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Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Bob a.
5 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bob a.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lilly J.
29 April 2025
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Quirky stay
Lilly J.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Yina Brown
We are local hosts who take pride in offering thoughtfully cared-for homes that are comfortable, clean, and easy to enjoy. We’ve designed The Banyan House specifically for families and groups, making sure everyone has space to relax while still being able to spend time together.
We live nearby and are available if you need anything during your stay, while always respecting your privacy. From the moment you book through checkout, our goal is to make your visit smooth, welcoming, and stress-free.
We love St. Petersburg and are happy to share local recommendations, from favorite coffee spots to restaurants, parks, and things to do around the city. Whether you’re visiting for a short getaway or a longer stay, we want you to feel at home and well taken care of.
We live nearby and are available if you need anything during your stay, while always respecting your privacy. From the moment you book through checkout, our goal is to make your visit smooth, welcoming, and stress-free.
We love St. Petersburg and are happy to share local recommendations, from favorite coffee spots to restaurants, parks, and things to do around the city. Whether you’re visiting for a short getaway or a longer stay, we want you to feel at home and well taken care of.
Why they chose this property
We chose the Uptown neighborhood because it offers the best balance of charm, walkability, and proximity to everything that makes St. Petersburg special. Uptown is one of the city’s most established historic neighborhoods, known for its tree-lined streets, beautiful homes, and relaxed residential feel.
From the house, guests can walk to parks, coffee shops, and neighborhood dining, while still being just minutes from downtown, the waterfront, Central Avenue, and the city’s museums and cultural attractions. It feels peaceful and local, yet never isolated.
Uptown is especially well suited for families and groups because it is quiet, welcoming, and easy to navigate, making it a comfortable home base whether you are visiting for a few days or staying longer.
From the house, guests can walk to parks, coffee shops, and neighborhood dining, while still being just minutes from downtown, the waterfront, Central Avenue, and the city’s museums and cultural attractions. It feels peaceful and local, yet never isolated.
Uptown is especially well suited for families and groups because it is quiet, welcoming, and easy to navigate, making it a comfortable home base whether you are visiting for a few days or staying longer.
What makes this property unique
What makes this property truly unique is the combination of scale, flexibility, and location. It offers something rarely found in the Uptown neighborhood: multiple self-contained living spaces on one property, reserved entirely for a single group.
The layout allows guests to stay together while still enjoying private kitchens, living areas, and bedrooms, making it ideal for families, multi-generational travel, group trips, and hosted stays. This flexibility sets the property apart from standard single-home rentals.
In addition to its size and layout, the property features outdoor spaces that are uncommon for a walkable historic neighborhood, including a welcoming front porch and a large garden deck. These spaces allow guests to relax and gather outdoors while remaining close to the home.
Its Uptown location adds to its uniqueness. The property sits next to a neighborhood park with walking paths, a scenic pond, and a landmark banyan tree, creating a sense of openness and connection to green space that is rare so close to downtown.
Together, the multi-unit layout, outdoor gathering spaces, and central yet residential location make this property a one-of-a-kind option for group stays in St. Petersburg
The layout allows guests to stay together while still enjoying private kitchens, living areas, and bedrooms, making it ideal for families, multi-generational travel, group trips, and hosted stays. This flexibility sets the property apart from standard single-home rentals.
In addition to its size and layout, the property features outdoor spaces that are uncommon for a walkable historic neighborhood, including a welcoming front porch and a large garden deck. These spaces allow guests to relax and gather outdoors while remaining close to the home.
Its Uptown location adds to its uniqueness. The property sits next to a neighborhood park with walking paths, a scenic pond, and a landmark banyan tree, creating a sense of openness and connection to green space that is rare so close to downtown.
Together, the multi-unit layout, outdoor gathering spaces, and central yet residential location make this property a one-of-a-kind option for group stays in St. Petersburg
Languages:
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