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A riverside hotel with a dock extending into the water, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A wooden deck with two rocking chairs and a table, overlooking a calm lake with a dock and red cushions.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a shelf, and a door.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a coffee machine.
A kitchen with a large window overlooking a lake, a potted plant, and a towel hanging on the door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, Side Splitters Comedy Club
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrolwood Golf Country Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Carrolwood Village Golf & Tennis Club - Meadows/ Pines Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Lake Magdalene, this cottage is a short stroll from Side Splitters Comedy Club and within a 10-minute drive of University of South Florida. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Side Splitters Comedy Club - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carrolwood Golf Country Club - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Carrolwood Village Golf & Tennis Club - Meadows/ Pines Course - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 21 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Raymond James Stadium - 21 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 24 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 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.

Bay Lake Cottage with Private Dock, Fishing, Grill, Canoe

You’ll have the Entire 500sq ft Cottage & private entry, private deck/dock, all to yourself. Located on a 37-acre private ski lake. Key-pad entry, private parking. If you value peaceful sunrises and nature, this will be your slice of heaven. We have wildlife, you may see during your visit, cardinals, bluejays, we have endangered eagles that nest next to our property that fish in the lake! There's a bunny that lives in the pineapple patch at the cottage shoreline.

The cottage was designed for the traveler that enjoys feeling like their home away from home. The cottage has 1 King sterns & fosters luxury plush bed with high thread count sheets, blackout curtains, down pillows, for those with sensitivities to scents, I use scent-free laundry detergent, no stinky air fresheners. I am committed to high standard cleaning protocols. There are 2 USB charging block bedside (bring your charging cord). 1 Queen sofa bed, please ask for extra linens/pillows.

The cottage has a small sized washer/dryer with detergent and basics like cleaning supplies are provided for those longer staying guests. 2 Smart TV’s with prime video and sling tv (live tv) and high speed wifi.

There is 1 Bathroom stocked with quality products - shampoo/conditioner, face wash, body lotion, hairdryer with attachments, hairspray, small led lite makeup mirror, makeup remover and extra luxury towels.

The kitchen will be fully stocked to cook providing pots/pans, oils, condiments and spices. If you want something specific, just ask! You'll have an outdoor charcoal grill, indoor smokeless grill, popcorn machine, k-cup/drip coffee machine with creamers and sugar. I have a reverse osmosis drinking water filtration system. The lake has bass, we provide fishing poles/tackle box. We ask you catch and release please.

You're welcome to rent our water toys as well. We offer a Canoe, 2 life vests and 2 paddles for a fee of $50 per 24hr period. With 1 weeks notice, I also have 2 red kayaks, 225lb weight limit per person. Ask me for pricing if you'd like access throughout your entire stay. We welcome pets, the pet fee $65 per pet. If you have a pet, please let me know the breed and if your dog sheds. We have extensive cleaning protocols and I will need to plan accordingly.

The cottage offers the opportunity to propose. Ask me about the romantic set up details (rose petals, candles, etc.).

I am grateful for the opportunity to provide a peaceful escape to my guests from all over the world. I look forward to hosting you! If I can answer and questions, please let me know.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 11:00 AM

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Lake Magdalene within a short 12-minute walk of Side Splitters Comedy Club. You'll also find Northdale Golf Course and Q-Zar Tampa within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Lake Cottage with Private Dock, Fishing, Grill, Canoe?

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Lake Cottage with Private Dock, Fishing, Grill, Canoe on Oct 10, 2026 start from $333, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is 11.3 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight), which is located 16 mi away (33-minute drive).

Bay Lake Cottage with Private Dock, Fishing, Grill, Canoe Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful, well thought out accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and neat home ! My mornings were coffee on the dock watch the sun And the snake bird fishing for food ..Love the cottage feel it was perfect for my husband and myself .. very relaxing definitely would go back !
Sun Rise
Bird
Sunrise
End of day relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, very clean, great location. Equipped with everything you’d need! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

This is our second time staying here and we loved as much this time as we did the first time everything was fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was attentive and available as needed. The cute cozy cottage is just like the pictures. Perfect for a couple. Lovely lakeside property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location and stay

A nice escape and different type of atmosphere for someone looking for something just a little bit different. Pleasant surprise and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved this cottage

We loved this cottage! The inside and the grounds were beautiful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Absolutely loved and enjoyed this stay will be back again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second stay

Had a wonderful time! Quiet retreat after a day at the zoo, Owner was wonderful about changing our dates because of the Hurricane !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Modern, Clean & Quiet

Great host, very clean and quiet spot on the lake. Would recommend 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage

Cute, clean and comfortable cottage. Nice quiet neighborhood on a beautiful lake.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristin was an outstanding host. She brought extra blankets on a record cold week and checked in regularly to see we had what we needed and immediately responded to minor needs. I almost gave this a 4 bc of ongoing construction work just outside the property- it was quiet but someone was present regularly and the hole under the cottage and mounds of dirt took away from the atmosphere and experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect slice of the north woods in Florida

This cottage was excellent and so calming. Everything was in perfect order, the host was communicative and made my stay amazing. It felt like going up to the north woods in Wisconsin or Minnesota as a kid. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little slice of paradise

An absolutely perfect stay. Such a quaint cottage with all the amenities. Coffee out on the dock while watching the sun rise over the lake was a favorite moment. Kristin is fantastic, very responsive and helpful. This will be our new "home away from home" for our trips to Tampa
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visit with daughters

Lovely as always!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little place

Exactly what I needed for my stay. Calm, Quiet, and comfortable. I was in Tampa for an intensive certification class nearby and was looking for a seclusive getaway to rest in the evenings. This was the perfect place.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Absolutely amazing stay from first day to checkout! Host was wonderful! The place was spotless and beautiful! After long days at Busch Gardens it was so quiet and relaxing! Just sitting on our private dock watching the wildlife and enjoying the lake. If your visiting Tampa this is the place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

little slice of heaven

the property is shady, quiet and peaceful. I was at Moffitt cancer center for a week of treatment. This was a wonderful place to come back to at the end of the day. Very private and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay on a lake

Kristin is a great host! Easy to communicate with, vert responsive, yet you have all the privacy needed for you & your travel buddies. We are a family of 4 with 2 young boys & we all loved the cottage. The boys loved it so much they wanted to move in! Extremely clean, beautifully decorated, & has everything you need to cook a meal, relax & enjoy nature. There are even wild rabbits living in the bushes, so cute! It's close to a lot of restaurants, breweries, ZooTampa, the aquarium & many more great places & attractions. Highly recommend this little gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent

I absolutely loved the cottage. It was clean. It looked elegant for a cottage., it was cozy and quiet.. even though it rained the whole time we were there we really enjoyed it. Everything was there that we needed. We didn’t need anything else, she thought of every detail from personal items for women to bug spray to suntan lotion. She thought of everything. She had fishing stuff, it was a great day. I can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little piece of peace and beauty

I really did not want to leave. I travel a LOT and this is one of my favorite VRBOs I’ve stayed at. Came to Tampa to visit family and actually, extended my stay. It is serene, clean, aesthetically pleasing .. a little hidden oasis with wild bunnies and plethora of birds and greenery. Kristen is lovely and so easy to communicate with. Selfishly, I’d love to keep this place a secret so I can stay whenever I am in Tampa. I will be back and I feel I’ve made a friend for life. Thank you Lori P
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, comfortable, clean, awesome amenities and a perfect hostess with top notch communication.Excellent directions, easy check-in and private parking. Greeted with a fun holiday video playing Christmas musicEvery window had beautiful views of amazing Florida landscape and well lit boardwalk to a private pier. The kitchen was well stocked with absolutely everything you need. The refrigerator had condiments and drinks provided for everyone’s pleasure. We cooked breakfast everyday and liked the induction stove and induction cookware.The bathroom was large, well stocked with nice soaps, shampoos, nice hair dryer and luxurious towels. I forgot to pack my makeup remover but surprise, there was some there along with other goodies that I’m not used to!The luxurious bed and quality bedding was very welcoming and comfortable.The lake was so inviting and full of wildlife that we enjoyed coffee every morning on the peaceful dock. The seagulls, ducks and cranes were entertaining with their daily air and water shows!The highlight of my stay was the owner treating me to a private experience feeding the cranes and providing overall excellence!This charming VRBO exceeded our expectations and we can’t wait to return!!! Thank you for a wonderful first post retirement vacation!!!
Boardwalk to private dock
Private pier
Property landscape
The cranes!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Escaping Reality

My wife and I stayed at this beautiful private cottage tucked away in Tampa. It was our 8 yr anniversary and I was looking for a quick getaway for us but we couldn’t be too far from home (had to make sure our children - 🐈 were ok) our usual pet sitter was unavailable. So the Location was perfect - and can I tell you how cool it was to pull into the gravel driveway get out of the car and open the tan gate that feels like it transports you to another place. The walkway , the view out to the private lake and the cottage itself were all outstanding . To top it all off Kristin (our host) was incredible. Her attention to detail is impeccable, the overall coziness of the cottage , the colors , the decor , the music playing when you check in.. it was all perfect. In addition to that , she remembered that I mentioned it was our anniversary and she wrote the nicest welcome/congratulations card for us and also comped us a bottle of wine ! Too much 😊. You can’t go wrong staying here , if you’re looking for a quiet , private , enchanting location that makes you feel like you’ve stepped into an alternate universe (in a good way) you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Retreat

Such a beautiful, quaint retreat spot for finding relaxation!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply the BEST

What a peaceful spot. Kristin was extremely hospitable during our stay. The back house was immaculate, had everything we needed, was quite, off the beaten path in the center of a neighborhood that had everything while getting a beautiful lake view. We would stay over and over if we are back in Tampa. Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022