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VILLA DEL MAR APOLLO BEACH- STUNNING HOME ON TAMPA BAY WITH GORGEOUS BAY VIEWS!!

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Sunset over Tampa Bay from the infinity saltwater pool
Front of the house
Enjoy dinner and a glass of wine on the lanai while taking in a gorgeous sunset
Fire table
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Apollo Beach, FL
  • Tampa Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Manatee Viewing Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Beer Can Island
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

First Floor Master Bedroom Overlooking the Bay

1 King Bed

Front Bedroom w/ Balcony viewing the Beautiful Common Area

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Guest Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom Upstairs with Balcony Overlooking the Bay

1 King Bed

Second Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom Upstairs

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Second Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

VILLA DEL MAR APOLLO BEACH- STUNNING HOME ON TAMPA BAY WITH GORGEOUS BAY VIEWS!!

Welcome to a spectacular luxury oceanfront vacation home! Our home is in a private gated community perfectly located on the widest open water with expansive views of Tampa to the gulf waters of St. Petersburg. Our decor is coastal luxe- comfortable and elegant.

Whether you are looking for a quiet romantic getaway or a fun-filled vacation for family and friends, this is the place for you! Come lounge in our spacious family room which offers amazing bay views, soaring ceilings, a gas fireplace and TV. The family room flows into a gourmet kitchen and bar with modern stainless steel appliances, gas range, and a wine chiller. Host elaborate meals in our elegant dining room that seats up to ten.
Our home has TWO master bedrooms; the first on the main floor with a walk out to the pool and lanai. The upstairs master bedroom has its own covered balcony overlooking the pool and sweeping views of the bay as well as an en-suite bathroom with a tub and a rain head shower. Brew a fresh cup of coffee in the bedroom and enjoy the early morning ocean breeze! Both master bedrooms have king size beds and TVs.

Another large upstairs bedroom with balcony has a king size bed and queen sofa with a TV. You can enjoy a fun and competitive game of Foosball in this room. Additionally, there are two more guest bedrooms upstairs- one with a queen size bed and TV and another with a full size bed with bay window views of the ocean.

Entertain on the patio that boasts a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with bar, fire table, and a top-of-the line stainless steel grill. You can even fish from our own private dock( shared with one neighbor to the left) or watch manatees and dolphins lazily swim by.


Whether you choose to have a picnic while building sand castles and looking for seashells or want to launch a kayak and scan the skies for osprey- the Apollo Beach Nature Preserve is only a 15 minute walk from our home!

Rent a boat or jet ski at the Little Harbor Marina for a day out on the bay. Boat slips are available (prior reservation required) at Apollo Beach Marina just a few minutes walk from our place. ( Please note our dock is unavailable for docking boats).

Enjoy fine-dining at the popular Circles Waterfront Restaurant with its highly rated seafood menu or dine in causal dress at their café or maybe just have a drink at the Tiki bar overlooking the marina.

Fancy a round of golf? Apollo Beach Golf Club is less than 3 miles away. Shopping anyone? I-75, the main thoroughfare is less than 15 minutes away.

Shopping anyone? Head to Hyde Park Village, the modern oasis for discerning shoppers, Ellenton Outlets, or the Westfield Mall in Brandon.

Culture fans rejoice and make you way to Ybor City only 20 minutes away- founded in the 1880s it is the only neighborhood on Florida’s west coast to be designated a National Historic Landmark District.

Thrill seekers revel and head to Busch Gardens, Tampa just a half hour away. If that's not enough then you can purchase a Tampa City PASS that is valid for 9 consecutive days and includes admission to Florida Aquarium, The Zoo at Lowry Park, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Museum of Science and Industry, and even a single day admission to Busch Gardens! Disney World and Universal Studios are about 90 minutes away( depending on traffic)


After a long day, come wind down for the evening with spectacular sunsets on the water while lounging in our private saltwater infinity pool with a travertine deck. At the end of everyday enjoy sipping a glass of wine while the skylines of both Tampa and St. Petersburg light up the night sky!

Additional events happening in Tampa Bay:
Every Month-Fourth Friday Tampa is a monthly celebration of Tampa’s rich arts and culture scene! An evening of special offerings and programs by cultural venues, restaurants & more! Many restaurant and bar offerings extend beyond 9 pm.

Fourth Friday: A MONTHLY ARTS & CULTURE CRAWL CURATED TO CELEBRATE TAMPA’S DOWNTOWN! More Info at FourthFridayTPA.com
For more things to do visit-https://www.visittampabay.com

Note:
There is a security camera on the garage ( front of the house) that covers the driveway and walkway leading to the entry of the house. Also, there is a doorbell camera that captures the entry area of the front porch.

Driving Distances:
Apollo Beach Preserve and Beach- 0.8 miles
Bahia Beach- 7 miles
Clearwater Beach- 44 miles
Siesta Key/Beach- 54 miles
Publix Grocery Store- 3 miles
Distance to I-75- 7miles
Tampa International Airport- 28 miles
St.Pete/ Clearwater Airport- 36 miles
Sarasota- Bradenton International Airport- 36 miles
Historic Ybor- 17 miles
Downtown Tampa- 19 miles
Busch Gardens- 22 miles
Raymond James Stadium-24 miles
Downtown St. Petersburg and Salvador Dali Museum- 41 miles
Sarasota - 39 miles
Clearwater- 42 miles
Legoland Florida- 62 miles
Disney World, Orlando- 79 miles
Universal Studios, Orlando-88 miles


PLEASE READ AND REVIEW ALL OUR HOUSE RULES( INCLUDING NOTES IN HOME DESCRIPTION)AND LET US KNOW YOU ARE ACCEPTABLE TO THEM WHEN YOU SEND A BOOKING INQUIRY SO WE CAN PRE-APPROVE IT FOR YOU TO COMPLETE YOUR BOOKING.

THANK YOU!!

Property manager

Dee Rao
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack n Play on site . High chair available as well
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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
Please remove shoes while in the home-clean socks provided-Slippers ok. Dock for fishing ONLY-NO diving or jumping- HAZARD! Please read NOTES.
STRICT COUNTY NOISE ORDINANCE QUIET HOURS:10PM-7AM. Excess noise can cause booking cancellation.Security cameras outside.NO PARTIES/EVENTS ALLOWED.
No extra guests allowed to stay beyond those specified at time of booking. When using A/C, you agree to keep thermostat over 73F.Follow parking rules.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Apollo Beach

Located in Apollo Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Port of Tampa. Travelling with kids? Make time for Florida Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at Amalie Arena. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Apollo Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Tampa Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Manatee Viewing Center - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Port of Tampa - 26 min drive - 31.2 km
  • MacDill Air Force Base - 35 min drive - 42.2 km
  • Beer Can Island - 56 min drive - 64.0 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 30 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Finn's Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Long Island Pizza Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪San REMO Pizza Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does VILLA DEL MAR APOLLO BEACH- STUNNING HOME ON TAMPA BAY WITH GORGEOUS BAY VIEWS!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is VILLA DEL MAR APOLLO BEACH- STUNNING HOME ON TAMPA BAY WITH GORGEOUS BAY VIEWS!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at VILLA DEL MAR APOLLO BEACH- STUNNING HOME ON TAMPA BAY WITH GORGEOUS BAY VIEWS!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VILLA DEL MAR APOLLO BEACH- STUNNING HOME ON TAMPA BAY WITH GORGEOUS BAY VIEWS!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is VILLA DEL MAR APOLLO BEACH- STUNNING HOME ON TAMPA BAY WITH GORGEOUS BAY VIEWS!! located?

This family-friendly Apollo Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tampa Bay and Apollo Beach Dog Park. Manatee Viewing Center and Ruskin Family Drive-In are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawna K.

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

Excellent

Beautiful space! Great location!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

Great Visit

The house was terrific. There were nine of us from ages 6-78 and we had a great time. It is off the beaten path in a good way but with easy access to Tampa, St. Pete, and Clearwater. But you can also avoid the traffic here. The setup is great. We cooked a lot and had everything we needed. Pool and hot tub were great. Lots of seating. Very comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

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

Family vacation

Great place to stay if you have a large crowd. Plenty of indoor and outdoor amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristie H.

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

Great place and beautiful sunset

Perfect spot to gather with family
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

Relaxing!

The home was perfect for our family and friends to spend quality time together. The patio, pool and hot tub is where we spent most of our time. The sunsets were amazing! There is plenty of space for 2 families to be together and also have privacy. The owner and property manager were great to work with and responded immediately when we had any questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., Norfolk

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

Beautiful view

Great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

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

Needed to get away.

Beautiful home with all the amenities. We would definitely stay there again. Lori was a wonderful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Greg J.

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

Unbelievable view!

Stayed a week at this beautiful home! Manatees/sharks swam by dock - kids loved it! Stunning views/sunsets - lots of room Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

An Oasis

Beautiful home with outstanding views!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Butch K., freeland usa

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

great place great view

loved the place, association has some weird rules, 1000.00 fine if you make noise outside after 10pm no parking on the house side of street just a bunch of weird stuff few NEVER had an issue though so ALL AND ALL a great place
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

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

Beautiful Views.

This property was amazing. The favorite part for the entire family was the sunsets. We were able to see manatee, dolphins, stingray, hammerhead shark, bull shark and much more!! The only downside: There were lots of bugs: mosquitos and flying ants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Marti D.

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

Donovan Family

The house was beautiful and the view was outstanding. The one criticism is the TV. We were not able to access much because the cable selection was awful and it was very confusing to use. There were no channels to view sporting events or watch current sitcoms or news shows, so it was limited. The area is not too conducive for shopping and beach getaways.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Gorgeous house, million dollar views, abundant wildlife

We traveled with 9 - my wife, myself, our 2 kids (13 and 12), my sister in law, my parents, and my in laws. This house is gorgeous. Everything is well appointed, clean, and spacious. The infinity pool is just perfect. Amazing view and relaxing. We spent our mornings sipping coffee and fishing, our afternoons fishing, and had a blast. There is a ton of wildlife right on the dock. We saw dolphins, sharks, stingrays, manatees, and caught 5 different species of fish. We were slightly hesitant the upstairs rooms would be hot after reading the reviews. We had no issues. The rooms were super comfortable for sleeping, and we are used to the cold (we live in Michigan). There was a slight issue while we were there, and the hosts were extremely responsive. They tackled the issue quickly and were in regular contact with us, and very apologetic and professional. I highly recommend staying here. Just fantastic - memories made!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA M., Allentown

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

March 2020

The house is decorated like a home. The outdoor space is wonderful with amazing views and sunsets. High end grill made barbecuing a dream.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Derrick M.

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

Fantastic family vacation spent in a beautiful home

My family visited to celebrate my wife's 40th birthday. The home was beautiful, and the views were even better in real life than in the pictures. The property manager was very responsive when we had questions. My kids have already asked to go back :-) I would recommend this home 100%!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

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

Property manager was attentive and very responsive, without being intrusive. Great job.

Loved the location. Watched manatees swimming past (and under!) the dock. Dolphins, pelicans and an osprey made appearances. Patio with pool and hot tub was great place to hang out. The “fire bar” was fun and relaxing in the evenings. The house was very comfortable and nicely furnished.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J., Minnespolis

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

Escaping the MN snow!

Great house. We had 8 people staying here for spring break. Everyone had plenty of room. Kitchen was well appointed. We saw dolphins, manatees and string rays on the pier. The house manager Lori was great! She even let us borrow a huge pot to do a low country boil for my son’s 15th birthday. Circles, Finn’s and the Vineyard Italian restaurant are great and right down the street. Thanks for the great spring break!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd H., New Hudson

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

Family Getaway Basking in the Bay

We spent a week in this wonderful location on Tampa Bay. We were lucky and had wonderful weather the entire stay. The house was fantastic! The place was exceptionally clean, check in was easy and the kitchen was fully stocked with all of the utensils and pots and pans needed. The appliances were new and fully operational. The management was very responsive and accomodating even in the midst of the pandemic. The location is close to a marina which made boat rental very convenient. The house also supplied all of the linens, towels and bedding. We had a wonderful time at this prime location!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amit C.

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

Fantastic property

We took a golf trip to Tampa, FL over the Feb 28th weekend and chose to stay in the Apollo Beach area. Property was very clean and the owner was very accommodating. We were granted an early check in as well as a late check with no issues. Check in-check out process was flawless. The property itself was picture perfect. Plenty of space for 8 adults and furnished with everything we can ask for. We ended up using the hot tub, the grill, as well as the pool for a bit as it was bit cool. The Sonos sound system in the house was easy to access and we were able to play and project our music both indoors and outdoors. I would highly recommend this property. We had a blast and if we head back to the Tampa area, we would certainly look to book this location again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Mike R.

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

Water life, WOW!!

We had a great time. We take a family vacation every year. Last year in OBX the year before that Myrtle Beach. After last year in OBX we decided to go to Florida to guarantee we have warm ocean water. This house was really nice!! The pool was nice and the hot tub hit the spot to help relax. We did a lot of fishing off the pier. We saw manatees, skates, stingrays, collected sand dollars and believe it or not we saw seahorses. I have done a lot of scuba diving in my past and I never saw a seahorse in the wild. We went to Siesta key, and Anna Maria Island, well worth the drive!! They were two of the best beaches I have ever been to in the United States. My only disappointment with this place, it was a long drive to a beach. Other then that it was great!!! And good place to eat close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli R.

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

Everything we hoped for and more!

The title says it all. This property was everything we hoped for and more. There were eight of us total; my husband (big fisherman), myself, our three adult sons and their significant others. The house gave us the separation we needed and the family togetherness we wanted. We never wanted to leave! We all slept better than we do at home and lived in that pool. My husband caught some fish and some rays off the dock and even had a couple sharks on the line! The sunsets were amazing and we live on Cape Cod so we see a lot of sunsets. All the little details in the house were what made this vacation so perfect, from the labeled switches and softest pillows ever to the fully stocked kitchen. We never wanted for a thing and when we had a question/request upon arrival, Lori was SO responsive. We made family memories to last a lifetime and got the relaxation we all needed and more. I would recommend this property to anyone and would be happy to answer any questions any potential renters have. Thank you so much for sharing this amazing property with us!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Carolyn K.

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

Unfortunate that the pool is not heated

This home is standard track housing with nice finishes so I would typically rate it as 4 stars. However, I deducted a full star as the pool (let’s face it, the main reason anyone would rent the house) is NOT heated. I would not recommend renting the house November through April as Florida pools need to be heated in the winter months. I even offered to pay for the heat and the owner wanted $300 per day ($5,000 for my 16 night stay) stating that propane heat is very expensive. The home directly next door rents for less and is heated as that owner invested in an alternative heating source which is much cheaper. The listing was very misleading as the “no heat” disclosure is not listed at all on the VRBO app which is what I use. It is listed in a small disclosure under the amenities section on the regular VRBO website (non-app) which is easy for most to miss and based on other recent reviews from November, was missed by other renters. Other than the completely unusable pool, the home is very well maintained. The views are beautiful and the wildlife (manatees, string-rays, sharks) that can be seen from the pier are amazing. This is a quiet, residential neighborhood so it’s great for relaxing.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Paige F.

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

Beautiful, well equipped home with fantastic views!

We really enjoyed ourselves at this beautiful, incredibly clean and well equipped home in Apollo Beach. Everything provided (towels, beach towels, kitchen equipment, etc) was first rate. This is the first time I’ve ever rented a home that had sharp chef and steak knives. And, the pool and bath towels provided were incredibly plush. The owner, Dee, and property manager, Lori, were quickly responsive to every question we had. Lori met us at the house to make sure we didn’t have trouble getting into the house - and understood how everything worked. All of the appliances were top line (loved the fridge and outside kitchen!) and loved the tower fans in every bedroom. Even the washer and dryer were LG appliances with big drums so you could wash the towels quickly each day so they didn’t get musty smelling. We had hoped to keep a boat at the dock and use the dock to paddle board from the house; but, the dock is only available to fish from (with fishing poles provided) - you can’t use the lift or tie up to the dock. Totally understand the concern about liability, but that wasn’t clear from the overview description. I still hoped to be able to paddle board from the house; but, there is no easy access to the water from the house (there is a rocky sea wall and the dock is super high). So, from an easy access to the bay for water adventures point of view, I was slightly disappointed. However, the house itself is really fantastic and if immediate bay access isn’t something that is a primary concern, then this is a great place to stay. We have teenagers who enjoyed having multiple spaces to hang out in. I wouldn’t consider the house baby or toddler friendly simply because everything was so nice (pale tones, suede couch, etc.). However, if you want to get away with preteens and above, or an all adults vacay with an amazing kitchen and outdoor entertaining area with beautiful views, this is a great house!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stacie L., New Hampshire

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

Wow ! Villa Del Mar Apollo Beach

What can I say but WOW !! We stayed the week of April 10th 2021 and it was Amazing ! The house has everything you need with instructions on how to use and find things. Lori the house manger was very responsive to any concern or question I had before and during our stay, we even had crazy rain one day and she reached out an apologized for rain on our vacation! With the view from the house who cared ? I’m not sure why there are some bad reviews to be honest.. We were a group of 4 adults ages 33 to 54 and love to have a good time, drink and relax , we were able to do all three for sure ! The hot tub was fine and hot ! Yes you have to “start” it, but you plan for that ( about a 1/2 hr to completely heat) and there is no issue, we actually had to turn it off prior to the 2 hr timer because it got too hot. The “quiet” time is no big deal..move inside ? Plus with all that sun were in bed early , lol . A/C and doors open ? Any 5 star resort you visit in the Caribbean you have to leave the doors closed with the a/c on, otherwise it shuts off.. so why would you expect that you can waste energy here ? We always made sure the doors were closed behind us, they are heavy so easy not to shit them all the way if your not paying attention. I was more worried about the rule of don’t set the temp to lower than 72 degrees, coming from NH and all I’m used to the cool weather for sure, but I asked to have the temp locked on 72 at all times because just like my own house the a/c is set on an am/pm timer, and Lori set it no problem ! There are plenty of ceiling fans and stand up fans so I was surprisingly comfortable at all times !! The Kitchen has everything you need and the outdoor kitchen is great but the outdoor ice machine is amazing !!! Beds are comfortable and clean. I know someone complained about the no child gates and only ropes on the dock , well preparing for a trip with a young child is key, I wouldn’t bring my 3 yr old granddaughter because I would want to relax and not be on guard the whole time..but all that stuff is clearly shown in all pics and if your worried about the dock why not the pool too ? I can’t understand some of the comments and I say this just a regular person who likes to vacation. Overall the gated community is quite and out of the way, which we liked for this trip. We went to St Pete’s and Highly recommend Grazzi for dinner ..to die for ! That was the only time we left.. if you travel with girlfriends only
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Danielle S.

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

Not worth the $$$$

The place is nicely decorated and the view is gorgeous. That’s about all. When we arrived and hooked up to the internet, I got a caution message that the security is very weak. Two days later, I received a message that I needed to change my passwords as there was a data leak. A big hassle. Also, the signal is really weak — it was easier to use my data. All the trouble started with the spa.We read this in prior reviews, but had hoped they had worked out the kinks. The spa is incredibly difficult to use, and that’s because the owner continually adjusts it or turns it off. They’ll tell you it’s on a 2 hour timer, but that’s a lie. The timer does NOT work — we would have it on for 5 minutes and it would turn off shortly after. We constantly had to text them to adjust the temp or turn it on. It was cool outside the first couple days, so this was the only amenity we could use. Two times when we were in the spa, the water also completely emptied out of it… (some water feature)... Again, frustrating. We constantly felt like we were being micromanaged. As mentioned, the first couple days were cool, so we turned on the heat to keep the house at 72. We have two young children, so wanted to keep them comfortable. The owner kept turning off the heat. We asked management to please stop. The response was “The owner is controlling it and I’m asking her to stop.” Now for the creepy part. We were being watched which made me very uncomfortable. We have two young children, so this gave me anxiety — we had reached out to VRBO about this as we were receiving messages like this: “I turned the heat off in the house since the entry door and the windows are open. Let me know when you’d like me to turn the heat or AC back on”. It made us feel completely uncomfortable. We never touched a window and, we would close the doors after going in and out. I also received a message at 12:43 am one morning that a window and door were open. Again, they were NOT open. And, it was not appropriate to text me at that time in the morning. Lastly, this house is not safe for families and children. The stairs are very dangerous for toddlers. There is tile everywhere, so we had many slips. To access the dock, there is NO gate. The dock doesn’t have a very good railing (just a rope), so you don’t want young children walking out there. Honestly, I don’t think the owner should have a rental — she was so over the top and controlling. I’ve never experienced this before.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dee Rao

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My family and I are passionate about travel, taking in the culture, history, and the beauty of each place we visit. Just as important are our interactions with the local people we meet.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Tampa and Apollo Beach during our visit in 2019.
We chose this gorgeous home in Apollo Beach because of its spectacular location on Tampa Bay and proximity to all the attractions the Tampa area has to offer.

We are delighted that Lori Maynard who is a Superhost on AirBNB manages our property for us . She will primarily address all communication regarding our house.

What makes this property unique

The stunningly beautiful uninterrupted and peaceful bay views from the living room and bedrooms!! Just staying home is a ZEN-cation in itself!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests