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Riverside Casita: semi-private pool, spa, dock, garden oasis, 5 min to downtown!

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Beach towels
Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Smart TV
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 437 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Raymond James Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • University of Tampa
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Port of Tampa
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Tampa

Tampa Heights stay.Your stay at this Tampa Heights cottage places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Tampa Riverwalk and University of Tampa. Raymond James Stadium and Tampa Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Tampa Riverwalk - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • University of Tampa - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Tampa Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Port of Tampa - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tiff's Treats - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rick's on the River - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rocca - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sweetgreen - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Riverside Casita: semi-private pool, spa, dock, garden oasis, 5 min to downtown!

Imagine a garden oasis getaway on the banks of a river, yet one mile from all that downtown Tampa has to offer: The River Walk, Armature Works, Water Works Park, Julian B Lane Riverfront Park, dozens of restaurants and bars, museums, boats for hire at Convention Center and more!

Property manager

Heather Swett

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 400 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Riverside Casita: semi-private pool, spa, dock, garden oasis, 5 min to downtown! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ali B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a short stay
The casita was perfect for our short stay. Centrally located and the hosts were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in a beautiful oasis
We loved our stay at the riverside casita! We’re more outdoor people and the backyard was so comfortable and beautiful. Appreciated all of it, including the cute little dog that we fell in love with!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What we were looking for
Very nice. Quiet we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tampa
We were very pleased with the property location. The Casita was perfectly clean and had all the amenities that were advertised. We would for sure rent again for future trips to FL.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
Wonderful place. Perfect location and was very walkable. Immaculate! We highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right!
Host was extremely responsive, house had everything we needed. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a great location for visiting the Tampa Area. The hosts were very nice. The property is very tropical, and has a great pool and hot tub. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage in great location
The cottage had everything we needed and the property was beautiful! We used the hot tub and the pool, and even the swing by the river. Heather and Tim are kind and attentive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

AK6 Investment Ventures

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We visited Tampa for work and very much enjoyed our down time at the Casita. If we had more time, I would have loved to kayak on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful surprise
We arrived at the "casita" after nine pm. We opened the gate to find the prettiest little pool area and place to stay. What a wonderful surprise ! Warm, twinkling lights amid florida foliage created such a welcoming atmosphere. We felt at home immediately. Heather and Tim are terrific hosts. They went above and beyond anything that was asked of them. Everything was clean and neat. A perfect size for the two of us. If we come back this way,this is where we'll stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
We had a 4 night mini vacation. The pool and patio area was spectacular!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B., Muskego, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for my quick trip to Tampa
I stayed at the casita during a quick trip to Tampa for my son’s cross country meet and it was wonderful. It was close to downtown Tampa. I felt very safe there (my husband ended up not able to join me because of a work trip) and Heather was a great hostess. The backyard was beautiful! The casita was very comfortable and quiet. I couldn’t have asked for a better spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great
We enjoyed our stay so much. Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riverside Cassita was very well appointed, had all we needed and more, Heather, our host was gracious and quick to reply to any questions we had. I highly recommed staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay at Riverside Casita
We had a wonderful experience staying here! The size is perfect for 2 or 3 people. Location is almost perfect for a visit to Tampa as you are fairly central to everything. The pool was also a great benefit after a long hot day! Excellent communication from Heather throughout our stay as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Place perfect for 2 to meet up with family in Tampa. Area close to airport, restaurants and city. Owner helped with my questions and quick to answer. Cute background and sat around using pool, great day with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and the host was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Backyard Oasis
We wanted to stay in Riverside Heights for a few nights to be near family who had just moved to the area and this was the perfect spot. Heather was a wonderful host and answered all of our inquiries about local spots, which was very helpful as this was our first visit to the area. We will be back.The studio unit was clean, private, and comfortable, as shown in the pictures. We enjoyed sitting at the end of the dock on the river in the evening- pretty spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini oasis for remote work
Spent a few days to work remotely in a relaxing environment. Mornings by the pool, the day spent exploring Ybor City and the beaches, late evenings in the hot tub. A great location close to Ybor City and in proximity to major highways for exploring the outskirts of the Tampa Bag area. A welcoming community, owner included!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday getaway
Our hosts were incredibly gracious and helpful. The location is fantastic. It's quiet, secluded and handy to great restaurants and waterways, as well as Clearwater and St Petersburg. Our room was just lovely. A super, super comfy, sturdy bed, which was important because my husband is a big guy! We slept so great on it. We even loved the pillows! A Keurig, just like home with coffee pods. There was a hairdryer, body wash, shampoo, all the stuff you need. Oh and the shower, awesome! Like being in a spa! The pool was fun to get in after a day of sightseeing and just watch the sunset. Along with the hottub it really felt like our own private resort and at such a great rate. We will stay here again on our next trip to Tampa without question.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise away from home
Location was great. The property was great. Had everything I needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Quiet
We stayed 3 nights in the beautiful little guest house. It was so close to everything including downtown. We loved the access to the pool and dock on the river. The sunsets from the dock were amazing. Heather was an amazing host and responded very quickly!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place close to downtown
We spent a long weekend in May and was the perfect place! Heather was so easy to work with and casita was the perfect size for a couple. The pool and backyard was a nice place to relax and unwind. I would definitely recommend this rental and will rebook of we come back down to Tampa.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect size, very clean and tidy. Heather is a great host. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024