Zen Holistic Retreat by Carrollwood/Westchase

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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Tampa, FL

ZooTampa at Lowry Park7 min drive
Raymond James Stadium8 min drive
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay11 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)12 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

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

Master

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Holistic sustainable wellness centered spaces that are comfortable, memorable and inspiring. Welcome to Serenity...Zen Holistic Retreat. Quiet, Calm, Soothing, Holisitic, well-appointed townhome centrally located in Carrollwood in Northwest Tampa. Updated and Professionally decorated 2BR/2BA Townhome. Custom 20X20 Porcelain Travertine Tile laid on a diamond pattern through common areas. LVP in both bedrooms and master closet. Stainless Steel appliances, All new decora electrical switches, and outlets. New Reverse Osmosis drinking water and ice filtration system located in the kitchen. All new fans and lighting fixtures, updated kitchen and bathroom fixtures. The property is equipped with a washer and dryer and has a small patio and backyard.

Positive Energetic Resonance:
When possible the design of the interior of the home has been chosen based on Vastu Shastra or Vastu. Vastu is the ancient Ayurvedic science of home design. Vastu Shastra is an ancient science energy flow throughout the home that allows inflow of fresh air and natural light that promotes health, wealth, peace and happiness. Proper home design brings prosperity, health and happiness. Vastu plays a vital role in everyone’s life. The home has been blessed and energetically cleared.

Kitchen:
Stainless Kenmore Appliances which include a Refrigerator with filtered ice maker. Kenmore Range, Kenmore Microwave, Kenmore Dishwasher. Garbage Disposal. New Reverse Osmosis drinking water filtration system. The kitchen is fully equipped to handle any culinary adventures you may find yourself on. There are small appliances such as a toaster oven and coffee grinder. You, along with your guests will have access to fresh ground coffee every morning.

Master Bedroom:
The Velvety Merlot accent wall accents the Merlot Jaden bedroom furniture. Walk-in closet in the Master Bedroom. New King Casper Medium Mattress. 43" Samsung 4K UHD TV with Amazon Prime Video and Netflix. Z Gallerie artwork with a Full-Length Mirror. There is an Amazon Echo Dot with two reading lamps on the nightstands along with a Himalayan salt lamp. There is also a ceiling fan for comfort and additional light.

Master Bathroom:
Renovated with new tub and custom tile shower enclosure. Vanity area with stool and a 5X magnification vanity mirror. Spa Quality (Soapbox) toiletries which are of the highest quality. They are committed to being socially and environmentally responsible products.

Second Bathroom:
Spa Quality (Soapbox) toiletries which are of the highest quality. They are committed to being socially and environmentally responsible products.

Second Bedroom:
New Queen Tempur-pedic Flex Hybrid Supreme Medium Mattress. Z Gallerie Artwork. There is an Amazon Echo Dot and (2) USB charging ports on the nightstand with a reading lamp and a Himalayan salt lamp. There is a matching dresser with a mirror. There are also hangers in the closet.

Living Room:
Z Gallerie 47" Serenity Buddha Wall Panel. Ultra comfortable gray microfiber sectional couch with two mango ottomans which happens to be resting on the wings of angels, in the form of the absolute softest sapphire ombre rug your feet have ever felt. Which is meant to be enjoyed without shoes. 43" Samsung 4K UHD TV with Amazon Prime Video and Netflix. Frontier 200/200 WIFI. Desk/Work area, Comfortable gray microfiber sectional couch. Two ottomans. There is a dual blade pilot ceiling fan for comfort and additional light. There is also a workspace with a comfortable chair and desk.

Patio:
The property has a small patio and backyard. The property is also equipped with a laundry room with a washer and dryer in the patio area.

Safety/Security/Energy Efficiency
Every light in the home is LED. The property is equipped with (2) Nest Protect smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as well as the latest NEST Learning Thermostat. The Nest products all have proximity sensors and will illuminate your way automatically if you happen to be walking around at night. The home has a video monitoring system that sees activity outside the front and back door. The home has a dusk to dawn motion light at the front of the home for safety and security. The property is equipped with a Smart Lock with a Keypad for hassle-free and secure access. There is 200/200 WIFI internet access.

Parking:
Parking is available in the private oversized driveway that is located in front of the property that can accommodate 4 full-size vehicles. There is also guest parking available in the community.

This property has also been blessed and saged for the best energetic experience. The property is less than 20 minutes from anything in Tampa.

Property manager

Scott Lasher

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Case by case basis with a non refundable deposit

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours must be observed after 10 p.m. Please be respectful of neighbors. This property shares two common walls with neighbors.

No Smoking No Pets No Gatherings No loitering in the driveway or in the front of the property No tampering with devices in the property

Breaking the house rules for noise, smoking, pets, loitering, gatherings or unauthorized guests can result in $500 claim against the security deposit.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tampa

This holiday home is located in Carrollwood, a neighbourhood in Tampa, and is near theme parks. MacDill Air Force Base and MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre 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. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Tampa, FL

What's nearby

ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 7 min drive
Raymond James Stadium - 8 min drive
George M. Steinbrenner Field - 8 min drive
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 11 min drive
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 12 min drive

Getting around

Tampa Union Station - 14 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
‪Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
‪Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
‪The Brass Tap - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Zen Holistic Retreat by Carrollwood/Westchase pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Zen Holistic Retreat by Carrollwood/Westchase?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zen Holistic Retreat by Carrollwood/Westchase?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Zen Holistic Retreat by Carrollwood/Westchase located?

Located in Carrollwood, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from AdventHealth Carrollwood and within 6 miles (10 km) of ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Raymond James Stadium. Babe Zaharias Golf Course and Al Lopez Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

28 May 2024

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

Fantastic spot for peace and quiet

I enjoyed my stay at the Zen Holistic Retreat, and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a clean, quiet, eco-friendly spot to relax!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

27 May 2024

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

Best Retreat Spot

I was looking for a place to recover from surgery, and this VRBO did not disappoint! Well appointed and in a nice area of town, my stay was very comfortable and relaxing. Scott did great with communication, and I would highly recommend this home.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

2 Apr 2023

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

Fantastic stay!

I would highly recommend this property. The location is outstanding and the unit itself is spotless. Communication and check in was seamless. Unit is exceptionally well stocked. If I’m in that area again I will definitely stay there again

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jody G.

21 Mar 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Zen?

Host was exceptionally responsive , layout of condo was perfect for us. Walls are extremely thin, Neighbor made a noise complaint when we weren’t even at property but we had left a tv on during the day. They would obnoxiously pound on walls for minor noise like closing a window. Kitchen lacked equipment like no bakeware at all. Camera at back patio/laundry room felt intrusive. Certain areas of condo are dated and worn, like countertops with Knicks and chairs with holes. Most areas were clean but we had tolturn off ceiling fans due to the amount of dust built up. A lot of dirt/debris under the beds. Scott the host did try his best to make us comfortable

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy O.

16 Mar 2023

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

Great place!

Pictures do not do justice to this townhouse. Super clean and well stocked with everything you need. Neighborhood is beautiful and close to restaurants, airport and shopping. Host is very helpful. Would definitely recommend staying here.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chermale C.

1 Feb 2023

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

Excellent Location/Awesome Host

We had a fantastic stay in this unit during a recent visit to Tampa. The host was very responsive to any questions and attentive. The property is in a great location close to grocery stores and restaurants. The unit was well equipped with everything needed for a short stay. Quick ride to both local airports. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D., Acworth

22 Jan 2023

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful experience. The property is very clean and has everything you need. The bed is very comfortable and there are nice linens. The location is close to good entertainment, restaurants, and shopping. The host is very prompt with communication and the area is safe and quiet. We came to Tampa for the birth of our first grandchild so we will be back often and will contact this host to stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Diana A.

10 Jan 2023

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

Family visit

The property was located close to stores and highways. Easy check in and out. Neighborhood is quiet and clean. The property was stocked with linens and cooking supplies.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich C.

20 Nov 2022

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

Recommended Stay

Great location and accommodations. Scott was ultra responsive and easy to work with.

Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER P.

4 Nov 2022

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

Good customer service

Great

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ananya B., New York

3 Jan 2022

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

Great ambience and central location

This property was ideally located close to highways and well suited for our travel needs visiting family for the holidays. The mattresses were comfortable, the bed in second bedroom was a little creaky when you move in it. The master bedroom was a spacious set up w in suite bathroom. Water pressure was very good in all bathrooms. A+++ for the property manager who responded to our questions promptly and was very hands on with resolving an issue with wifi - he called tech support right away and three way called with us to troubleshoot and resolve the issue. Would definitely stay here next time we visit!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marion S., Guelph

10 Dec 2021

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

Perfect stay for our needs!

This home met our needs exactly… and was represented very well online. There were no surprises at all. The best part of this experience was the amazing response by the owner. Whenever we had questions he was super quick to respond and accommodating. If we had to recommend anything- we would suggest updating the dining chairs to offer something more comfortable for longer sitting. Overall a good experience!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dania B., South Florida

24 May 2021

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

Relaxation

We took a trip to Tampa to relax and get away from the hectic life in South Florida. It was accomplished by a very nice and relaxing stay at Scott's property. Scott is the ideal host, always attentive and responsive to any message I sent. The property is, in fact, a home away from home. Comfy beds, plenty of towels, big TVs, and all you need in the kitchen if you desire to cook any meals. Pool area is so peaceful as well, clean and surrounded by beautiful huge shady trees that offer tranquility and relaxation with picnic tables and barbeque grills as well. All surrounded by a beautiful lake to add to the natural beauty of the place. Very quiet and nice neighborhood, and in close proximity to restaurants, Publix, Walmart and pharmacies and an easy hop to Bush Gardens Park! A place to stay, relax and have fun!!! Reason why I gave it a 5* rating!! 😎

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

BrianNikki C., Carlisle, PA

16 May 2021

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

Quick trip

We needed a convenient location to stay while visiting to watch a track meet at USF. Beds are comfy. Location is easy to find and was clean/tidy. It was great to have separate bathrooms for each bedroom. App to enter (August home) was a little fussy on one of our phones, but worked well on the other. Plenty of conveniences in the area for stores/food. Easy drive to/from airport.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

10 May 2021

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

Highly recommended

Very clean and amazing contact with Scott. Even after leaving something behind we were able to go back and get it with no hassle. Overall would highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan R.

22 Apr 2021

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

Beautiful Stay

I had an amazing stay. The house was beautiful and the neighborhood was peaceful and quite. The host was attentive and helpful from the moment I arrived until checkout. I give my experience 5 stars.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Blake A.

19 Apr 2021

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

Great Place for Recovery

Came down to FL for a surgery and was looking for a place as such for recovery to not be cooped up in a hotel room. The place was very clean and welcoming, Scott had reached out prior to arrival to ensure that everything would be set and in the best shape upon our arrival. With the place came a complimentary bottle of wine. Inside the townhome was appropriately sized for 3-4 people and having the couch with TV and Internet along with kitchen made for an easy and comfortable recovery. Location was right off of a busier road in which traffic could sometimes be heard around rush hour in the afternoon and the occasional siren or motorcycle, but nothing excessive or sleep disturbing. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an affordable place that isn’t a hotel!

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B., Inverary

26 Mar 2020

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

A comfy and attractive venue

Scott the owner was very attentive to our needs. The beds ++ comfy and great heating/cooling as well as ceiling fans. The pool is unheated and not cleaned regularly so go to the beach. A good location near restaurants, shopping, golf. Overall a good choice!

Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leanne A.

2 Nov 2019

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

Really good first time using HomeAway

Me and my friend really enjoy our stay. It was my first tome renting from homeaway and I wasn’t disappointed. It was great and the landlord was always in great communication with us. Great location. Nice quiet neighborhood.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H., Rimforest CA , United Staes

14 July 2019

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

We got to be the first!

The home was beautifully designed and everything we needed was there, including condiments, toiletries, laundry soap & popular tech gadgets (which made our teen very happy). We enjoyed the community pool one afternoon, with family & it was a perfect place to have everyone gather; Plenty of space & nice outdoor areas. It was conveniently located for our needs as we were traveling to Florida to visit family from both sides and meeting new in- laws for the first time. The neighbors were nice to us and even asked us if we were lost or needed help on our first day, since we were new faces, so that made me feel safe. The homeowner was VERY attentive and left us a bottle of wine to enjoy. We were happy to be the first guest and appreciated all the finite details & extra care taken to make sure everything was in order. We take away precious memories made with family we seldom get to see in person, and this home was a host for many of those memories, including a mini reunion of sorts. Seeing my grandmother whom I have not been able to visit in HER zip code in 30 years sitting alongside my husband's little sisters and his 3 nephews all talking and sharing under one roof was a PRICELESS moment. Thankful my husband found your listing!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Scott Lasher

At Holstram we create and manage professionally curated Holistic spaces and experiences. Our unique outlook and design approach could be described as holistic, natural, health centric, minimalist with luxury amenities. We believe and conduct ourselves with respect, honor, integrity and transparency. Our goal is for every guest to have a safe, comfortable, memorable and inspiring experience! We are VERY passionate about the guest experience, interaction and review process. Please see our reviews. We look forward to hosting a Five Star experience!

Why they chose this property

We imbue Positive Energetic Resonance in all of our projects. When possible the design of the interior of the property has been chosen based on Vastu Shastra or Vastu. Vastu is the ancient Ayurvedic science of home design. Vastu Shastra is an ancient science energy flow throughout the home that allows inflow of fresh air and natural light that promotes health, wealth, peace and happiness. Proper home design brings prosperity, health and happiness. Vastu plays a vital role in everyone’s life. Every project we manage has been blessed, saged and energetically cleared. All projects incorporate faux plants, living walls and natural healing crystals for enhancing positive vibrational frequency. We are very passionate about the environment and the planet we all share. As an organization we focus sustainability and whenever possible we try and limit negative impact and enhance positive impact on the Environment, Society, and Governance bodies. We also donate a portion of every booking to Tunnel to Towers Foundation & My Life My Power World, Inc.

T2T's is non-profit organization whose mission is to show gratitude for the sacrifices and service of the U.S. Armed Services returning from war who have been catastrophically injured by building smart technology homes so they can regain their independence. https://t2t.org.

MLMP is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to provide our youth, parents, and community members, with information, guidance and assistance in the areas of personal development, life skills, job preparation and positive self-esteem.
https://mlmpipa.org.

What makes this property unique

At Holstram we want every environment to be safe, clean & healthy. Prior to COVID-19 we designed and incorporated robust maintenance and cleaning protocols. This process began by paying living wages to all our cleaning staff. The first protocol was maximizing the indoor air quality. There is a Himalayan salt lamp (Halotherapy) in every bedroom. We use air filters with a MINIMUM MERV rating of 10. We want the air you breathe to be pure and clean. In our pursuit for environmental sustainability and energy conservation we use Nest learning thermostats and LED light bulbs. To conserve water we use H/E dual flush toilets and have Tesla (EV) chargers at some locations to progress the transition to green energy. Next, you will be spending on average 33% of your time in bed. We have a "smudge kit" in every bedroom to purify, re-energize, restore, cleanse and balance energy. This saturates the space with peace, calmness, and positive intentions at a quantum level. We have PREMIUM memory foam mattresses in every bedroom (Tempurpedic, Casper, Purple, Nectar, Ghost Bed). We offer PREMIUM all white bedding and all natural cotton towels. We also REMOVE and REPLACE the duvet covers on every bed after every guest. Most Short Term Rentals (STR) and many hotels do NOT replace or launder the blanket on the bed after every guest. Every location has spa quality toiletries (Soapbox) and paper products (Viva) (Angel Soft). All properties are professionally maintained.