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“The house in the heart of Tampa”

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Raymond James Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Port of Tampa
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

“The house in the heart of Tampa”

◦ The house in the heart of Tampa

The strategic headquarter for your Tampa adventures! In 1911 a trolley connected tampa to seminole heights becoming the first suburb in Tampa.
This house is beautifully appointed, with the charm of a Florida bungalow. Its perfectly situated one block between many hot restaurants and breweries on Florida Ave and one block west is the stately Hillsborough river. The house is also under 5 miles from many attraction....Tampa downtown, Bush Gardens, Tampa Zoo, Raymond James Stadium and Amelie Arena/Convention Center!!!
The house has all the historic charm of the original 1920 Florida bungalow but has all the modern conveniences! Perfect for either families or active singles, seminole heights is an upcoming neighborhood that even has its own seal-inspired by the legendary two headed alligator of Tampa Bay. As Hosts we take pride in providing the best stay for our guests and want you to have a great experience in our amazing town!

Property manager

John zimmerman
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tampa

Located in Tampa Heights, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this holiday home is near theme parks. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Florida Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Raymond James Stadium or Amalie Arena. With kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Tampa, FL

What's nearby

  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Port of Tampa - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 10 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 9 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪ABC Pizza House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Zeko's Mediterranean Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bula Kavananda - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brew Bus Brewing - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is “The house in the heart of Tampa” pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at “The house in the heart of Tampa”?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “The house in the heart of Tampa”?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “The house in the heart of Tampa” located?

Located in Tampa Heights, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Armature Works, Tampa Riverwalk and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Kindred Hospital Central Tampa and Habana Health Care Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

beth w.

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

Great stay

John was very accommodating. Would totally stay at this house again if we come back to Tampa
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Great

The house did not have exacctly what it said it had on line, but all worked out just fine and we are all very happy with the stay. thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank A.

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

Great Place

Great stay
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Great spot

Cute neighborhood with walking distance options. Nice house with a friendly owner
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Mandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great little house

Very clean and comfy beds. Kitchen is not fully stocked but we were able to make a nice breakfast and lunch and there is a great dishwasher. Fence is almost completly down in backyard so pets will still have to be on leashes. Walked to local coffee shop and bakery in the mornings 5 min walk for coffee and breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas H.

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

Nice House

The house is in a decent neighborhood. Had a little trouble with the code at first but finally figured it out. When we arrived the thermostat was off and the temperature was showing 50 degrees in the house because there had recently been a cold spell to hit the Tampa area. It took most of the night for the house to reach a comfortable temp. We quickly found out the TV's did not work. It took some effort to get in touch with the owner but when we finally made contact he tried everything possible to get the TV's working. He even got a 3 way converstation going with the network provider and after some time it was concluded that the box was faulty and we would not be able to have any TV service. The owner did provide a 50 refund for this inconvenience. One bedroom had only a small sofa type bed and a mattress under the bed you could pull out so I had to sleep on the sofa in the living room. If the temp. had been better and the TVs working in would have been a better stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tami F.

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

Quick stay for family visit

We only stayed one night good value for price!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn R.

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

Fantastic location

We had a wonderful time in Tampa and the house was perfect for us. John was very responsive to our questions. We used the house as our winter getaway and will return.
Stayed 67 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Great place!

Came here with a group of friends and the home was in a great location and was very nice inside
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Raul O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Tampa stay

Perfect location for a family wedding in Ybor city . If you are looking for a Florida house with outdoor living this is not a good choice. But it is very conveniently located . Also the listing stated two twin beds in one bedroom but it was a day bed with another bed underneath that did not lift up .
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great

It was very enjoyable. Close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrina J.

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

Great great stay

John was wonderful! Lovely home! Great location and will definitely book again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

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

Great house

We had a family emergency and had to check in a little early, which John accommodated as much as possible. The only reason I took off one star was that I sent several messages on VRBO and called him before I got a response. Having said that, it was the same day and once I called John was very kind and accommodating. House was comfortable and beautiful. The second bedroom was comfortable, I just wish the nightstand was at the head of the bed instead of the foot. Overall great experience, would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

thomas g.

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

Great house and location

We had a slight delay in getting front door code but after that the house was great. Nice yard for dogs too. Check Wi-Fi code, it may need updating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mostly Great

This home seems to be in the midst of renovation and while the big stuff seems to be mostly done, there are still some parts that aren't great. Overall, if you're in and out, it's great. If you're staying a while and "living" there, you'll want some things. Great location and close to the river for nice walks away from the traffic. La Segunda Cuban Bakery as short walk; don't miss it. Lots of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mathew S.

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

Accommodating host !!

So, I booked my stay on VRBO and received my confirmation all was well. Upon arriving to the property, we were surprised to find that it had been double booked and that there were already people staying in this house! As i was there for just one night with 3 children and my spouse and brother to see the Luke Combs concert I have to admit I panicked a little. BUT after getting in contact with the host he was extremely responsive and empathetic to our situation. He immediately arranged for us to stay at another property that was extremely close and also a beautiful home. Without the quick response and help from this host the weekend could have been very different. I want to say thank you for really being there for us and everything that was done! So, if anyone is interested in this property or any other operated by these amazing hosts look no further the homes are beautiful prices are great and you can truly rely on them treating you like family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by John zimmerman

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Languages:

English, Italian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests