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Cozy, Pet-Friendly Tampa Home with Heated & Screened Pool - 4 miles to Adventure Island/Busch Garden

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Welcome to Shells of Paradise!
This 3 bed, 2 bath home has an additional entertainment room w/ full sized futon & is complete with everything you need
Welcome to Shells of Paradise, your home away from home
Open floor plan allows plenty of room to eat, spread out, socialize and enjoy one another's company
Fully equipped kitchen for the chef in your group to prepare a fabulous dinner for "nights in."
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Enjoy the area

Map
Tampa, FL
  • Popular LocationZooTampa at Lowry Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationBusch Gardens Tampa Bay8 min drive
  • Popular LocationRaymond James Stadium10 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Sleeping Combo #1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Attached Bath

Bathtub or shower

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy, Pet-Friendly Tampa Home with Heated & Screened Pool - 4 miles to Adventure Island/Busch Garden

⇛ DESCRIPTION

Welcome to Shells of Paradise! This Cozy 3 bed, 2 bath, heated pool home in N. Tampa is the relaxing retreat that you have been looking for. Relax by the pool or grill up some dinner in the covered outdoor kitchen area in the fully fenced backyard with your favorite people. This home is in the middle of everything that you need to see and do in Tampa, & the perfect place to come back to after a day filled with adventures!

⇛ THE SPACE

Shells of Paradise caters to both your relaxation and entertaining needs, this inviting space features:

⁜ Primary - 1 King Bed with 50" Smart TV
⁜ Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed with 43" Smart TV
⁜ Bedroom 3 - Twin over Full Bunk Bed with 43" Smart TV
⁜ Living Room - 1 Full Futon with 50" Smart TV
⁜ Fully equipped kitchen for your culinary needs
⁜ Private heated pool (pool heating fee applies) in screened lanai
⁜ Covered outdoor gas grill area with barstool seating
⁜ Parking for 2 to 3 vehicles in the driveway
⁜ Flatware and utensils for entertaining
⁜ Coffee and fixings provided for your morning jolt
⁜ Flat screen Smart TV's in living room and 2 of the bedrooms for your streaming adventures

⇛ NEIGHBORHOOD

This property is located just at the north end of Seminole Heights, where you will find delicious options for the most discerning foodies, and fun craft cocktails if that's your thing. You are just minutes from downtown Tampa, the Riverwalk, and the areas most notable attractions like Busch Gardens and Adventure Island.

BEAUTIFICATION OF TAMPA: The city of Tampa and local home buyers are working hard on the gentrification and preservation of the historical Tampa streets and homes. You may see a mix of residences nearby this home, we thank you for your consideration of the process as Tampa continues to make the city, and its neighborhoods more beautiful.

⇛ GUEST ACCESS

As our guest, you'll enjoy:

⁜ Full access to the entire home and amenities
⁜ Contactless entry with personalized door code
⁜ Complimentary WiFi to stay connected
⁜ Washer and Dryer onsite for your use
⁜ Fresh linens provided for your stay
⁜ Check-in: After 4:00 PM | Checkout: 10:00 AM

⇛ Other things to note:

⁜ No smoking
⁜ No parties or events
⁜ There is a $25 p/day fee for pool heating to 85 degrees - during the months of October to April.
⁜ For stays over 7 days there will be an additional cleaning fee of $50 per week to compensate for deep cleaning prior to next guest. This will NOT be reflected in your reservation but will be added once reservation is accepted.
⁜ Pets are permitted with prior host approval. There is a $20/night pet fee or $200 total for longer stays, the pet fee will be added after booking on AirBnB reservations. The backyard is fully fenced Please let us know if you have pets.
**The pet fee does not cover pet waste or destruction of the property. By booking this property, you agree to be responsible for any damage done by any pets you decide to bring with you, and will promptly reimburse in full for any such damage.
***Security cameras are present at the property. Security cameras are solely for visual (no audio) monitoring outside the property and are not present inside the property. Tenant agrees that in outside areas there is no reasonable expectation of privacy and accepts the monitoring of the outside by security camera. Tenant agrees not to tamper with the security cameras. 2 cameras onsite - Ring camera at door, back patio near pool.

⇛ Guest Guidelines

1—PLEASE no parties, we want you to enjoy each other and have a great time but disruptive parties are not permitted. Observation of quiet hours (10p – 8a) must be observed. Loud music and outdoor entertainment are prohibited. This is a residential neighborhood and the authorities will be called if you cause a disturbance. Please be respectful.
2- Tenant and any guest of Tenant shall obey all laws of the state of Florida, as well as local laws, at all times while they are on the premises. Failure to abide by the laws of FL or the above rules may cause tenant to be asked to vacate the premises and forfeit all rents and deposits.
3—Pets are permitted. Please let us know if you have pets.
4 - Please only park in the location designated in your check in procedures, failure to park in the designated location could result in your car being towed.
5—Treat this home as if it were your own, please report damages to your host immediately. If damages are determined to be caused by tenant misuse, it may result in fees to make repairs.
6—Smoking of any kind is not allowed in the unit and if detected there will be a $500 charge.
7—Tenant agrees to leave the premises and its contents in the same condition, neat, clean, and tidy, as Tenant found the premises to be upon move-in. Normal wear and tear is expected however excessive dirt on floors, rugs or furniture may require additional cleaning and charges will apply.
8- Please only flush toilet paper in the toilets, flushing anything like feminine products, wet wipes, plastic, etc... could result in a back up and potential fees charged at the end of your stay, please report plumbing issues to your host immediately.
9—Please use black makeup towels provided. If towels are stained, there will be a charge of $5 per towel charged upon checkout.
10—Furnishings are not to be removed from the premises for use outside or in other properties.
11- Reservations are not made by or for a minor, defined as any person under the age of 25.
12- Tenant hereby acknowledges that the premises they have reserved includes a pool & the undersigned agrees / acknowledges that the pool & patio/deck can be dangerous areas. The patio/deck can be slippery when wet and injury may occur to anyone who is not careful. With full knowledge of the above facts & warnings, the undersigned Tenant and guests of tenant accepts / assumes all risks and holds host and owner harmless. No jumping or di
✦✦Depending on the booking site, Cleaning fee may include a Limited Damage Waiver fee which covers damages reported to the host in writing BEFORE checkout. This fee is included with the cleaning fee. Specifics of coverage will be laid out in the rental agreement sent once reservation is confirmed.

Reservations may require further guest verification to prevent credit card fraud for both you and the host! Your booking platform does not share your personal information with your Host. Because of this, we do require the responsible party who is physically staying in the home to provide a valid photo ID after booking is confirmed. Your personal identification is not stored and is protected from distribution or use for any other purpose than identification, in accordance with Federal information security guidelines.

Property manager

Kathie Wild
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Tampa

This holiday home is located in Forest Hills, a neighbourhood in Tampa. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Tampa Riverwalk and International Plaza and Bay Street. ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are not to be missed.
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Tampa, FL

What's nearby

  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 6 min drive
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 8 min drive
  • Adventure Island - 8 min drive
  • H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 9 min drive
  • Raymond James Stadium - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 13 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Istanbul Mediterranean Grill & Market - 2 min drive
  • China Yuan Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • Ding Tea Tampa - 3 min drive
  • Mc Asian Cuisine - 3 min drive
  • Mamas Kitchen - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, Pet-Friendly Tampa Home with Heated & Screened Pool - 4 miles to Adventure Island/Busch Garden pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, Pet-Friendly Tampa Home with Heated & Screened Pool - 4 miles to Adventure Island/Busch Garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, Pet-Friendly Tampa Home with Heated & Screened Pool - 4 miles to Adventure Island/Busch Garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, Pet-Friendly Tampa Home with Heated & Screened Pool - 4 miles to Adventure Island/Busch Garden located?

Located in Forest Hills, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from ZooTampa at Lowry Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. University of South Florida and Raymond James Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home and Amazing Host
This house looks exactly as listed and is even better in person. I booked this house for a family trip (3 adults and 4 kids) for a sports tournament we were attending after X-mas. The host Kathie was quick to answer all my questions and provided every detail needed. The check-in/check-out process was quick and detailed. All the kids LOVED the house, all the décor/details, and especially the heated pool! They had plenty of space to lounge around and enjoy themselves. The kitchen was perfect and had everything we needed and more. The house was only 25 mins from the sports complex and within 20-30 mins of shopping and exploring. We truly enjoyed our stay and would definitely book this property again in the future. Thank you Kathie for making our stay enjoyable and easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
The property was great, we had everything we needed and the communication with the host was fantastic. We will be back the next time we are in Tampa!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jena

Amazing stay & plenty to do close by
The house was beautiful and they were quickly willing to accommodate if there were any needs or issues. There were toys and floaties provided for the pool, as well anything else we needed for our stay. Close to shopping & so many fun things. We visited multiple beaches, took a sunset Boat Tour & when we needed time to recover from activities, the pool & AC at the house were prefect for relaxing. I can't think of anyone that wouldn't enjoy this property, whether it be a family or friend getaway. We would absolutely visit again!

About the host

Hosted by Kathie Wild

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Languages:

English

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