See all properties
Entire home

Charming Dade City - Backyard Oasis - Convenient to Tampa amenities

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a fitness center

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Charming Dade City - Backyard Oasis - Convenient to Tampa amenities

Smart TV, video games, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, video games, books
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

View in a map
Dade City, FL
  • Place, Dade City Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The HiBrow Gallery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Price Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Dade City

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Dade City Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot and The HiBrow Gallery. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
View more Vacation Homes in Dade CityOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Dade City Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The HiBrow Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Wildlife Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Price Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Watson Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪China 1 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Captain D's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Del Carmen Mexican Store & Restaurant - ‬13 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.

Charming Dade City - Backyard Oasis - Convenient to Tampa amenities

Welcome to Howard Hideaway, our charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home nestled in the picturesque town of Dade City, where comfort meets convenience! This short-term rental offers a perfect blend of modern living and recreational amenities, making it the ideal retreat for your next getaway. As you step into this well-appointed home, you'll be greeted by a spacious, inviting living area. The open-concept seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, kitchen, a perfect space for relaxation & socializing. ADDITIONAL DETAILS OF THE HOME & AREA:
The kitchen is equipped with all the essential appliances and utensils you need to prepare delicious meals during your stay. When it's time to rest, you'll find three cozy bedrooms that offer a peaceful night's sleep. Each bedroom features comfortable furnishings and ample storage space to make you feel right at home. The 1.5 bathrooms are modern and well-maintained, ensuring your comfort and convenience. In addition, the home has a separate laundry room with a starter kit for your convenience. The garage is set as a game room where you can engage in shuffleboard, chess, checkers and several other board games. One of the highlights of this rental is the outdoor space. Step outside to the fully fenced private backyard, where you can savor your morning coffee, relax, grill out, try your luck at chipping or putting, cornhole or enjoy some time around the firepit. Enjoy the Florida weather with many outdoor activities. The home is 2 blocks off quaint downtown Dade City. Dade City itself is a charming town with a rich history, offering a unique blend of small-town charm and modern convenience. Explore the local shops, dine at delicious restaurants, and immerse yourself in the warm and welcoming community. Downtown Dade City is filled with boutique and antique shopping, great cafés and restaurants, wine bar and brewery as well as some great little bookstores. The town hosts several seasonal events for all ages, that are sure to make your stay with us memorable.
This home not only allows you to engage in this quaint downtown you are minutes to Tampa Airport, Tampa downtown, Busch Gardens and many other events to take full advantage of during your stay.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Similar properties

Smart TV
Cozy Florida Retreat
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 6 reviews
Cozy Florida Retreat

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Additional pets may be approved with added cost.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home in Dade City is within a 10-minute walk of Dade City Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot, The HiBrow Gallery, and The Wildlife Gallery. You'll also find Price Park and Watson Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Charming Dade City - Backyard Oasis - Convenient to Tampa amenities good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does Charming Dade City - Backyard Oasis - Convenient to Tampa amenities have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL), which is about 27.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Charming Dade City - Backyard Oasis - Convenient to Tampa amenities?

Yes, every accommodation at Charming Dade City - Backyard Oasis - Convenient to Tampa amenities comes with a deck.

Charming Dade City - Backyard Oasis - Convenient to Tampa amenities Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was a nice place to spend the holidays with family! The rooms were smaller but comfortable and the backyard offered a place to relax and have fun! The kitchen doesn’t have many pots/pans, but served our needs and made for a nice gathering place. The train is a bit loud as it’s nearby, but it was infrequent and didn’t bother our sleep. The neighborhood also seemed safe and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitch E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Came down to see family in the area. House was great. Convenient location and very clean. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a very comfortable location. The host was very accommodating and very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie F., Asheville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Amazimg!

Our very first Family Vacation…and it was simply amazing. Felt like home the moment we walked through the door. A fantastic home away from home. We loved the clean, cozy house…and had a wonderful time playing in the back yard. Would highly recommend if y’all are coming to Dade City. We can’t wait to come back…
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as described

Friendly little house
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

In town for a Wedding

Our son got married in Dade City. This was a great place to stay. The host were very accommodating. We Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cheyenne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dade city stay

We enjoyed that this property had plenty of recommendations on what to do in the area. Overall the property was nice. There were not many extra towels as stated in the description, the bed sheets were very uncomfortable and worn. We had to purchase more k cups for the keurig machine which seems like something that could have easily been included. The location was great for us as we had a wedding in dade city so was within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy home

Came in town for a wedding, brought my 87 year old grandma down too. She has a walker and the house was very easy for her to move around and the shower step in was easy as well. Love all the games and activities you can do at the home. We had family and friends over to visit with grandma and we had plenty of space for everyone to have a seat and chat. Homeowners were very helpful with all my questions. Thank you so much and if we need to stay in the area again will definitely look here first.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sons training

Very nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dzmitry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and clean house.

We’re nice and clean house. I loved the booklet about town amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place in Dade City

The accommodations are well appointed and offer a wide range of amenities to use during the stay. It is also conveniently located close to downtown Dade City. We were able to walk into town to shop / eat. The firepit was also a great perk. Used it one chilly night to enjoy conversation and laughs with the family.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cozy place for the family

The backyard provided lots of entertainment for our group. The kids enjoyed playing cornhole and the putting green. Also all the space to play and run around. The fire pit gave us a chance to do smores! Great place to stay for anyone going to Snowcat Ridge!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bunny G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Janet's Funeral

Was able to spend much time in the yard playing putt putt, cornhole, & just relaxing. Was able to spend time with family from near & far around the fire pit
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C., Petal , MS

Liked: Cleanliness

Retreat Guest House

3 of our Women's Retreat Guests stayed in this location. It was fun with the backyard and easy to get to all the great things downtown. Perfect if you want to enjoy Dade City or other nearby locations.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

WARREN M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Milton Refuge

The owners have gone above and beyond to make this Dade City an enjoyable stay. It was our refuge from Hurricane Milton. Jack and Kathy stayed in touch throughout to make sure we were safe.makesupport.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ida W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dade City FL Bungalow

I needed a place to stay near my dad and this home was perfect. It’s an older home with some aging signs but the house was nicely decorated and it felt very homey and ample room for my daughter and I and our dog. We loved being so close to downtown Dade City. The host was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dade city getaway

We loved the house! Cute with a wonderful backyard and close to town!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable stay

Very pleasant home and yard. Ideal location for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dona F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute House

We enjoyed our stay at this cute little house in Dade City. It worked out perfect for my husband and I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernizscka F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Home

Beautiful home and location. We definitely enjoyed our stay and hopefully coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Muddy Girl Mudrun

My sisters, niece, daughter and I participated in the Mudrun to benefit breast cancer. Those of us from out of town stayed in the house. It was perfect! I wish we could have stayed longer because the house was adorable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect get away to a lovely small town

We loved everything about our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024