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Summer Gem -New heated Pool -3B-2BR King-Q-2Twin-SB -patio-cozy fire pit-bbq

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Apollo Beach, FL
  • Tampa Bay
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manatee Viewing Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • MacDill Air Force Base
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Summer Gem -New heated Pool -3B-2BR King-Q-2Twin-SB -patio-cozy fire pit-bbq

Welcome to “Casa Tortuga”! We invite you to enjoy and experience our newly renovated cozy vacation beach home! Our home offers 3 bedrooms with 2 full bathrooms, a kitchen with all the basics, a coffee station, dining area, a pool table, and extra sleeping space in the living room. Our backyard includes a covered patio, outdoor seating and eating area, and a heatedpool protected under a private lanai. Additionally relax and enjoy our outdoor pergola area, barbecue grill, and large custom fire pit area.

EXTERIOR
Casa Tortuga is a single-level family home with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a private lanai with a pool in the back! The driveway offers parking for a small boat or RV. The backyard also offers a pergola and a sitting area around a custom built fire pit.

LIVING ROOM
Upon entering you will be greeted by a cozy living room, a flat screen TV with ROKU to stream your favorite shows, two comfy chairs, and a sofa sleeper with a memory foam pad for extra comfort.
The hallway will lead you to the 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

MASTER BEDROOM
Features a king size bed with a memory foam mattress, a flat screen TV with ROKU for streaming, a work desk/ makeup station with power strip to charge your devices, a private bathroom with a shower, and a closet.

SECOND BEDROOM
Features a queen size bed with a memory foam mattress, a flat screen TV with ROKU for streaming, and a closet.

THIRD BEDROOM
Features a twin bed with a memory foam mattress and a pullout trundle with an additional twin memory foam mattress, a closet, and spacious dresser.

KITCHEN/ DINING AREA
The kitchen is fully stocked and includes a Keurig and a drip Coffee Maker. The dining table has seating for 6. Additional stools around kitchen counter for eating.

GAME ROOM
Features a pool table, a 70” Flat screen TV to view your favorite sporting events.

PATIO
Private outdoor covered patio with a dining table, a sofa, and a heated pool for your enjoyment in the winter and hot summers.

BACKYARD
Outside the private lanai you will find a BBQ grill, a pergola with a seating area and counter with stools for lounging while enjoying a meal and drinks. All next to a spacious seating area around a custom built fire pit to enjoy during the cool winter months.

PARKING
2 car garage, driveway (max 3 vehicles), room for small boat/trailer/ RV on driveway.

SECURITY CAMERAS
Exterior RING doorbell and garage floodlight RING cameras facing out on property.

GENERAL INFO
Free WIFI (5G), keyless entry, central A/C, washer/dryer, iron & ironing board, linens, towels, complimentary toiletries, shampoo, trash bags, and paper towels. Few pieces of firewood for fire pit use.

Prior to arrival, you will receive all the necessary information to access the home.

Property manager

Jesus & Lila Jimenez
Premier Host

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Quiet time after 10 pm

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 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

Apollo Beach

Apollo Beach is home to this holiday home. Port of Tampa and Cypress Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tampa Bay and Manatee Viewing Center. Check out an event or a game at Amalie Arena, and consider making time for Florida Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Apollo Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Tampa Bay - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Manatee Viewing Center - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Port of Tampa - 26 min drive - 29.9 km
  • MacDill Air Force Base - 35 min drive - 40.9 km
  • Beer Can Island - 55 min drive - 61.2 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 26 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Finn's Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Long Island Pizza Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪San REMO Pizza Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Summer Gem -New heated Pool -3B-2BR King-Q-2Twin-SB -patio-cozy fire pit-bbq have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Summer Gem -New heated Pool -3B-2BR King-Q-2Twin-SB -patio-cozy fire pit-bbq pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Summer Gem -New heated Pool -3B-2BR King-Q-2Twin-SB -patio-cozy fire pit-bbq?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Gem -New heated Pool -3B-2BR King-Q-2Twin-SB -patio-cozy fire pit-bbq?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Gem -New heated Pool -3B-2BR King-Q-2Twin-SB -patio-cozy fire pit-bbq located?

Situated in Apollo Beach, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Apollo Beach Dog Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Tampa Bay. Manatee Viewing Center is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Our vacation

Beautiful cozy home. We enjoyed our stay! Pool was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrea m.

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

Vacation

Communications was very fast. We had a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merton B.

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

Casa Tortuga

Property is everything as advertised. The ambiance created by the hosts takes you right into relaxation mode. Loved the outside sitting areas. Great location to restaurants and shopping. Hosts are very responsive as well. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

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

Great stay…saved us from a terrible hotel situation!

After arriving to FL to find my hotel canceled my reservation without notifying me-I went on the hunt for a Vrbo. We found Jesus and his little property was perfect! Three bedrooms and bathrooms with a pool! Kids loved it-we loved it-everyone was comfortable. Highly recommend this adorable little house with a great outside area!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi S.

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

Beautiful House

This is a beautiful house. Owners were up front about some issues they were still dealing with because of hurricane damage. One being the pool heater not working so we weren't able to go swimming. If the cold front didn't come through we would have been able to swim without it. They made up for it by leaving us everything needed to make s'mores in the fire pit. Well worth it. Will stay here again in future when visiting Apollo Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Great Stay

Very nice house in a quiet neighborhood. Everything was clean, nicely decorated and smelled good. It had all the things we needed for a long weekend. Short drive to restaurants and conveniences. Spent a lot of time in the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy V.

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

Home away from home.

We were very pleased with our stay here. The home was set in a great location and came supplied with everything you needed. It was like staying in your own home not a vacation home. The little kids were super excited about the pool and it did not disappoint. The pool table was a great entertainment spot for the teenagers. We cooked all our meals there, whether in the house or in the grill area and even got to enjoy s’mores by the fire pit. The entire family (7) truly had a great time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia H.

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

Family Gathering

Thank you for the hospitality. The kids loved the pool and the outside set up was very nice. We also appreciated access to the garage to park our car. Overall, the house was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lywante B.

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

Nice Stay

We enjoyed our stay, everything was as listed on the site. The location was about 30 min from everywhere we went, I didn't realize how far out of the city it was. We used the pool and pool room, we enjoyed all of the amenities offered.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khyati R.

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

Beautiful, clean home

The home was perfect for a girlfriends getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Great oasis in Apollo Beach

We were in town for a family event, and this charming home was the perfect retreat. The interior matched the photos on the site perfectly and we found it difficult to leave the pool and patio. Absolutely charming and we look forward to coming back when we are in the area again. Thank you Jesus!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

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

Very Nice Property

I and my two adult sons stayed at the property for a few days to see some spring training games. Nice quiet neighborhood well located to attend baseball games at different stadiums. Restaurants and grocery stores easily accessible. The owner/manager was very good at communicating with us. Check out was simple, unlike some other VRBO's There is a very nice fire pit, as well as other in home recreational activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Z.

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

Family friendly home close to everything

Our family loved our FL vacation home! The pool and pool table were the biggest hits! But everything was wonderful. The house has everything you need. It is clean, nicely decorated and in a safe neighborhood. The owners are very communicative and really care that you enjoy your stay. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lei W.

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

Nice Vacation Home

The house came with everything we needed, and was very clean and well put together. The pool was warm and crystal clear. The washrooms and beds were tidy and comfortable to use. Comes with some board games and a pool table to enjoy with family and/or friends. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jesus & Lila Jimenez

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Languages:

English, Spanish, Portuguese

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests