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Sunlit Tampa Home: Family-Friendly Retreat

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Private kitchen
Fire Pit Area
King Bed in Master Bedroom
King Bed in Master Bedroom + 50 Inch Smart Roku TV + Bathroom
Bedroom # 2 w/ Desk Area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Florida State Fairgrounds
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Port of Tampa
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunlit Tampa Home: Family-Friendly Retreat

Your comfortable Tampa home base! Our welcoming 4-bedroom house is perfect for families, groups, and pets, with a kid-friendly backyard and convenient location near Tampa's top attractions. Enjoy flexible check-in/check-out times (subject to availability) and all the essentials for a great stay.

INSIDE THE HOME:

4 bedrooms with blackout curtains for restful sleep
2 bathrooms
Open-concept design
Comfortable living room with a 65" Smart TV so you can stream your favorite shows
Family-friendly: Pack 'n Play, bassinet, and high chair available
Professionally sanitized before every stay

OUTDOOR SPACE:

Fully fenced, private backyard
Tree swing and children's play equipment
Plenty of parking (up to 4 vehicles)
Other things to note

LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS:

20 minutes to Tampa International Airport (TPA)

6 minutes to shopping mall and restaurants

10 minutes to:
- Hard Rock Cafe
- Sports Complex
- Florida Fairgrounds

14 minutes to downtown Tampa attractions:
- Amalie Arena
- Tampa Riverwalk
- Port of Tampa

Perfect for: Families, friend groups, and pet owners looking for a comfortable, convenient home base to explore Tampa.

Questions about the house or local area? Feel free to ask - I'm happy to help make your stay great!

Property manager

Silvia
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dog waste must be cleaned at all times.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Additional guests not included in the reservation must be authorized by host before entering property.
CHECK OUT: Return furniture to its original location Leave used towels in the washer Please do not strip beds
Thermostat stays in the 70-80 degree Fahrenheit range. Please contact me if you have any issues with AC.

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

About the area

Tampa

Located in Palm River-Clair Mel, 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 Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Florida State Fairgrounds. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Florida Aquarium and Adventure Island. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Tampa, FL

What's nearby

  • Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Port of Tampa - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre - 13 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Liborio's Latin Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ricopan Bakery - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunlit Tampa Home: Family-Friendly Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Sunlit Tampa Home: Family-Friendly Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunlit Tampa Home: Family-Friendly Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunlit Tampa Home: Family-Friendly Retreat located?

Set in the centre of Tampa, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Boing Jump Center, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ice Sports Forum and Westfield Brandon. Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa and Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

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

Nice stay

Nice house. Quiet neighborhood. VERY responsive and helpful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Visiting family

This house was less than 5 minutes from our son’s apartment which made visiting very easy. We ate breakfast from Ricopans 3 times while we were there. Day trips to northern and southern beaches were easy My parents joined visiting for a few days and this was their first time at a vrbo. They were very impressed. The house was immaculate and well-stocked. The owner checked in to see how our stay was going. Plenty of room for at least 6. The neighborhood was very quiet We enjoyed sitting outside various times of the day.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy E.

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

A Great Place to Stay!

This was a wonderful place to call ‘home’ for a couple of weeks. The host was wonderfu; she replied promptly to any questions we had. The house was very clean, with a nice sized kitchen, living room with large tv, laundry, and four nice bedrooms. The master suite had a bathroom off of it, and the three other rooms shared a centrally located bathroom. It was beautiful weather, and the backyard setup was such a bonus—fenced in privacy with a table and chairs to enjoy breakfast out in the fresh morning air.The chair on the front porch was nice to sit outside and read as well. The driveway area was well-lit, which made it was to locate. Definitely recommend!!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

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

A Short Stay

The home is a diamond in the rough. The interior was nicely updated and all stores and restaurants were within a short distance of the home. It was easy to communicate with the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Amazing - quick trip but great!

Just a quick trip in for a concert and we found it so enjoyable this cute little house
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAYTHAKID

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

10 stars if possible ⭐️

Went to the Baltimore v Tampa Bay game! The overall stay was very nice 👍 beautiful property , very spacious and enjoyed every bit of the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernest H.

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

Tampa stay

This was a great experience for our first vacation without our children. We loved every minute of being here. Property manager was super responsive, the place is well kept and it made this trip extremely comforting. I would recommend to anyone 10/10.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

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

Great stay

Our stay was great. The property is beautiful and communication with the host was stellar. We left early because of the hurricane but it was easy to clean up and endure all was good before we left. If I had just one recommendation it would be to get new mattresses as the beds are pretty uncomfortable, not terribly so but they could use an upgrade. Otherwise, no complaints from us. It was easy in and easy out! Will look to stay again :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yayte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, huge comfort and cleanses.

10/10 Excellent

Lylania A.

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

Tampa

Great little house. Enjoyed the backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

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

Love the place

Real nice place, love the decorations. Everything you need for your getaway is there. The washer and dryer were really helpful. Easy check in and out, A recommendation air fryer and blender 😃
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard U.

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

Nice house, nice layout

Very Nice house with comfortable layout and nice back yard. Working class neighborhood but not too far from shopping and restaurants in Brandon
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Thank you

Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill I.

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

Great Spot

We had a great time. Everything made it convenient for the purpose of our weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

liz K.

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

Tampa

Clean property excellent amenities. Location terrible
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evalery M.

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

Overdue Vacation

To keep it short. All of our needs were met with this property. The host was great at communicating which is really important. We felt like we were at home here and when we do take another trip back to Tampa this will be where we book.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Andrew’s review

Nice house and easy process!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

erin P.

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

Great house

This was a great house with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie R.

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

Great Place to Stay

I would recommend staying here. Nice fenced yard with toys for kids. Place was very clean and lots of extras. Large refrigerator for family meals. Only suggestion I have is a small step stool to reach dishes for short people 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

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

Great Home

This home was fantastic. Just as described. Next time we are in the Tampa we will stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaci B.

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

Eastbay

This was the perfect location to attend some Dirt Model Races! The house was perfect and just want we needed! Our host responded quick when I had questions!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale H.

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

Great host! Very clean! Highly recommend!

The host was very responsive and welcoming. The house was well maintained and perfect for a family and pet. The backyard was fenced in and roomy with stuff for kids to play with including a tree swing. We really enjoyed the fire pit on the cooler nights. One of the best VRBO experiences we have had!! Silvia was an exceptional host!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie H., Tampa, USA

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

Nice accommodations

The home eas very nice, clean and appropriately stocked. Communication with hist was top-notch. Backyard was great for grilling and lounging. Bedrooms were spacious and clean. Baths were nicely appointed and immaculate. Great stay all around.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

gary p.

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

Wonderful Getaway

This beautiful home was exactly as advertised. Very well kept, clean, all the amenities. LOVED the firepit! Contacted Sylvia a couple of times and she answered right away. Very helpful. Was the perfect getaway for a very relaxing vacation. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

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

great place

We only had a short stay at the property but it was perfect. The backyard is great - fully fenced in with a swing, climbing rope and kids’ toys. The house was so clean, nicely decorated and looked to be relatively recently updated. Silvia (the host) was exceptional at answering messages and she was so accommodating and kind. If we ever come back to the area and need accommodations, I definitely would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Silvia

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I've spent several years overseas with the US Army and finally settled in Tampa. Hosting homes is a great way for me to be able to focus on raising my wonderful daughter. I hope you enjoy your stay!

Why they chose this property

Its spacious, modern and clean. The back yard is completely fenced but you still have a view to a canal and grassy area. No backdoor neighbors.
There is a large oak tree in the backyard that bring peace and serenity. Perfect for relaxing or cooking outside.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests