Located in Odessa, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Check out an event or a game at Raymond James Stadium, and consider making time for Adventure Island, a top attraction not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
Lakefront guesthouse-full kitchen living room-very large bedroom and full bath. On 2.5 acres. Beautifully newly decorated. Two flat screen TVs with Ruku-WiFi -high end laminate flooring-comfortable high thread count sheets on unbelievably comfortable queen bed. All kitchen appliances with coffee bar with Keurig. Wooded rural setting with beautiful views of ski lake-private exit to lake access. Wood deck outside guesthouse. Ample parking space. In unit washer and dryer. The property is rural and quiet. Not for people who want to be in a city....lol. The property is a farm-like setting with chickens, 2 Nigerian dwarf goats, a Khatadan lamb, a lab mix, and a Great Pyrenees. We also have 2 ducks and 3 miniature donkeys.
The property is in a very private, quiet area of Odessa. We are on a dead-end street with very little traffic. The following information should help you to decide if this stay would be for you before you arrive, and are disappointed.
The property does contain THREE houses - the lakehouse, the guesthouse, and the main house (where we live). All have access to the backyard.
I have included photos that illustrate the proximity of the three houses. PLEASE UNDERSTAND: This is NOT an isolated house alone on the lake. Please do not book if this will be a problem for you.
PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT WE ARE PET FRIENDLY. We are clean freaks and we clean very thoroughly after each guest, but as pet parents know, those animal hairs are tricky little things and as hard as we try to find them all, we may miss some. Also some larger items (sofas, chairs, decorative pillows, etc.) are not replaced after each guest. Please understand that if you are allergic to animals, don't care for animals, are offended by the occasional pet hair or paw print that might have been missed while cleaning, or in general do not like or are unfamiliar with spaces where animals have been, please do not book with us.
IMPORTANT NOTES: 1) We obviously love animals and welcome housebroken dogs and cats with litter boxes. BUT, Please don't book if your dog uses potty pads. We have wood floors. We have not charged a pet fee in the past. Unfortunately not all guests have been courteous in cleaning up after their pets. Our cleaner is charging us an additional fee after stays with pets. To cover this cost, we must add a pet fee to our bookings. So sorry-We tried to avoid this!!!!
2) We love scents and use Wallflower essential oil plugins. If you are allergic or prefer no scent, please let us know and we will remove them before your arrival.
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Air mattresses and bedding available
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
VERY pet friendly
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 623791vb
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Is Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly?
As of 27 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly on 3 September 2026 start from NZ$413, 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 Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly located?
Situated on a lake, this guesthouse is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Lake Rogers Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Keystone Lake and Brooker Creek Headwaters Nature Preserve. Crescent Lake and Old McMicky's Farm are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Owners thought of everything for a great stay. They have a large fenced in yard that our dog loved. Hosts were friendly and very accommodating. Location was good. Lots to do in Tampa, St Pete, Tarpon Springs, Dunedin and Clearwater.
This was our second time staying at this property because the first stay was such a great experience. This time around was just as good and we really
enjoyed our stay. Laurel was very accommodating and helped to make our visit very enjoyable. I’m looking forward to staying here again in the future!
We truly enjoyed our 2 month stay at the guest house. The house was beautifully decorated and equipped for our family of three, dog and three cats. Loved fishing on the lake, playing with the donkeys and goats, and relaxing. Laurel and Wesley are very friendly and helpful, definitely would stay again.
Beautifully furnished, with great attention to details. Very comfortable and all the amenities you could ever want. The most accommodating and friendly host we’ve ever had! Thank you!
This location was just perfect for us. Off of the beaten path but within 10 to 15 minutes of activities and very nice restaurants. The guest house is perfect, quiet and functional with all of the amenities. This was a working vacation for us, we set up an office and the internet was excellent. Laurel was a great host and we will definitely come back here in the future
We really enjoyed our stay here. The guest house is part of a larger property. It has been recently remodeled and is very nice. They have thought of everything they we could have possibly wanted to enjoy our stay. The owners are very accessible for any quick requests. We brought our dog along and that worked well, too. Thanks for a great week!
Joan M.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janet R.
2 March 2018
Peaceful & Beautiful
We had a really nice February at this place on the lake in Keystone Florida. Laurel was a very friendly and good hostess and took care of all of our needs. The house is very updated and nice. Our dogs were walcome there and we were very comfortable and every need was met. I will go back and I'm planning to next year.
Laurel we loved your property!! My daughter and I stayed in the guest house of which was absolutely beautiful! We didn’t want to leave!! Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your home!!:) Everything was perfect!!:)
The property was just as described. The host was courteous, affable and just a fun person. The animals were fun, well mannered and such a variety of personals. Our dog, obviously a very pet friendly place, was absolutely overjoyed to meet the goats, the donkeys the sheep and chickens as well as the host’s 2 dogs. All in all we spent a most relaxing and enjoyable month at the farm and will be making plans for a return visit.
We have been spending the winters in Florida for many years. This Cottage was by far the absolute best! We really enjoyed relaxing on the deck in the early morning looking out at the lake. In two months I fell in love with the donkeys, goats and Lambe the sheep. Laurel was an excellent host and came to be a great friend by the time we left. We didn’t want to leave. The cottage was immaculate, the bed was so comfy! Meeting the renters in the lake house was an added bonus. Sitting together enjoying the evening was a great way to end the day. Odessa is quiet and beautiful yet so close to Tampa, Tarpon Springs, Dunedin and other fun places. Laurel‘s dogs, Zuri and Lola.were very well behaved and got along great with our German Shepherd. Can’t wait to go back. Next time I may never leave!
Bernadett D.
Stayed 63 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Drew W.
2 April 2018
Perfect stay at a wonderful lake cottage
We have been traveling and staying at many unique places, however, this was the best of all. Laurel and Wesley were the perfect hosts. Both went out of their way to make our visit perfect. Wesley even put up a dog run so our lab mix could stay outside with us when we were enjoying the Florida weather. Laurel knew everything about the local area and provided us with many useful tips. I would be amiss if I did not mention they were not the only gracious host. We were met at the door and walked to our van every time we left. Lola was a great host and a wonderful guide. Of course, it may have something to do with the milk bone treat she received, but that is a story for another time. If you have the opportunity to visit theTampa area check on the availability of this site.
Clean, cozy, and good location in relation to where we needed to be. Our daughter loved seeing the donkeys each morning. We very much enjoyed our stay!
We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this lovely place to anyone. It was so peaceful and relaxing. We enjoyed just walking around the property and seeing the lake view and all the animals.
We enjoyed the guest house, property and animals. We were able to make a nice Thanksgiving meal with kitchen equipment. It was relaxing and comfortable. The hostess was great.
We stayed here during the large AKC dog show held yearly in Tampa- we had 3 of our fur babies with us and had a wonderful time- the property was outstanding and we thoroughly enjoyed our time here!
We found everything exactly as expected and more! The property owners are wonderful hosts and have thought of everything. The guesthouse is tastefully decorated, spacious, clean, and the setting is, oh, so beautiful. I traveled with my son, daughter and our dogs. We were very comfortable and had everything we needed. From our first moment on the property, we felt welcomed and couldn’t have asked for nicer accommodations and hospitality. We loved meeting the animals too! Our only disappointment was not being able to spend more time there. As stated before, it’s perfect!!!