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Beautiful 3 br 2 ba. Home on the Alafia River, 15 Min. from Tampa

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Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Smart TV
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Riverview, FL
  • Place, East Bay Raceway Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Palms at Magnolia Park Dog Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Westfield Brandon
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Riverview

This vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Tampa Bay and East Bay Raceway Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • East Bay Raceway Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Palms at Magnolia Park Dog Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Topgolf - 10 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Westfield Brandon - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Port of Tampa - 14 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 24 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Far East Chinese Food - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fatburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful 3 br 2 ba. Home on the Alafia River, 15 Min. from Tampa

This beautiful waterfront home on the Alafia River is 1 no-wake zone away from Tampa Bay & situated 1/2 mile from Williams Park boat ramp! The river offers fishing, water sports & hospitality. You are welcome to bring your boat, jet ski (docking available in the backyard), kayaks & fishing rods! It is normal to see dolphin, manatees, snook, redfish, sharks, stingrays from the backyard. This beautiful 3/2 home has scenic views with open floor plan. If you're looking for a nice waterfront restaurant we often visit Fin's or Circles in Apollo Beach, Joia on Gibsonton Drive, Rivers Edge or Tiki Docks on the Alafia, & Little Harbor in Ruskin. All noted restaurants are 5-20 mins away! The International Independent Showmen's Association Event Center and Museum is close to property and they have tours of the Museum. It can sometimes be noisy during some events. ( A few days a year). Please check for times and dates before booking if you have concerns.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • 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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 10:00 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Riverview, close to Manatee Viewing Center, Beer Can Island, and Westfield Brandon. You'll also find Tampa Bay and East Bay Raceway Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Beautiful 3 br 2 ba. Home on the Alafia River, 15 Min. from Tampa?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

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 Beautiful 3 br 2 ba. Home on the Alafia River, 15 Min. from Tampa a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a jetted bathtub, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Does Beautiful 3 br 2 ba. Home on the Alafia River, 15 Min. from Tampa have a hot tub?

No, but all house at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does Beautiful 3 br 2 ba. Home on the Alafia River, 15 Min. from Tampa have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight), which is 14.4 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is located 18.5 mi away (36-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Beautiful 3 br 2 ba. Home on the Alafia River, 15 Min. from Tampa?

Yes, every house at Beautiful 3 br 2 ba. Home on the Alafia River, 15 Min. from Tampa comes with a balcony and some offer water views.

Beautiful 3 br 2 ba. Home on the Alafia River, 15 Min. from Tampa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Osiris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super clean, amazing house with an old-school coastal Florida feeling. Close to everything but secluded enough to be quiet. Amazing host who responds quick and is there to care for his guests. Definitely a place to return to.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shareen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was more than perfect for visiting our family who live 10 min away. All amenities at the house were great and the owner was awesome to work with. Will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Mark & Shawn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
I would thoroughly recommend this property to anyone planning a trip to the Tampa/Brandon area. Just 20 minutes to Ybor. The host is super-responsive, and lives nearby so can tackle any issues at speed. The balcony where we spent a lot of time looks right out over the canal, and there is a little dock where it looks like people can fish. The street is a dead-end so there is no problem with traffic. Conversely, there are some loud noises in the neighbourhood, train whistles, some industrial activity and, on one occasion (I think we were just unlucky) an evening concert in the field across the canal which drove us to the back of the house! But even the concert wrapped up around 9.30pm and none of the other noises disturbed us at night. The horizon is filled with a rather spectacular industrial plant which is particularly splendid at night. The accommodation is very spacious with open plan living/dining/kitchen area. The kitchen is well-equipped. There are large TVs fitted on the walls of the living room and all three bedrooms. The main bedwroom, with ensuite, has a regular king. One bedroom is full of a remarkable double bed bunk and the other kind of a sideways double. All the beds are comfortable. There a couple of excellent bars on the other side of the Alafia, ten minutes' drive away, and the Apollo Beach commercial area is just 20 minutes off.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

ERIC S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place. Had unexpected weather but the house is nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeremy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was good, but the gas grill needs to be up updated!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was great! Very clean! Nice screened in back porch. Beds were very comfortable. I wish the master bedroom had a bigger bed. It was a full or queen but was tight with me and husband. Warning there is no dishwasher but a very spacious kitchen. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tammy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house was perfect for our family. We loved the peaceful view and sitting on the deck. Thankfully there were no events going on so the only noise we heard was the sound of trains passing by in the distance.
Brought our paddle boards with us to enjoy the River.
Dolphins swam up close to us when we were near the bridge.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

dann j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, nice Neighbors and prlenty of room!!! Two things I would recommend: i am a bigger guy and was a little nervous in the dock,the dock could use a little TLC. The only other thing all the remotes for the light and fans. If they were labeled it would help alot.The house is far enough way from places you don't have the traffic, but close enough , that it doesn't take an hour to get from anywhere in and around Tampa!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gary is a great host. Answered all my questions about the property. The location in the water couldn’t be beat. Close to Tampa but relaxing away from city traffic. Easy to get to airport and Busch gardens and lots of food options around.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
I used the house for my wife's Birthday. Everything was wonderful. Long days of fishing. Beautiful home well maintained. She says that's the best Birthday to date. Thanks will be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful should not be in the title of this property. Extremely poorly kept
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was lovely and very well provisioned. My son and his family live in Riverview. It provided a perfect gathering place for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very nice place for our quick weekend stay. Fully stocked and well decorated. Quiet yet convenient into town for restaurants and groceries.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is as described, beautiful. The host was attentive and check-in and check-out instructions were very clear. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan G., East Lyme

Liked: Cleanliness

Retreat on the river

Stayed about a month. The house made entertaining easy. Kayaking right off the private dock was special. Could even paddle across the river for a meal at Riverview restaurant! Gary was very accommodating and communication was excellent.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Attending a wedding in the area

Very clean, well decorated, well kept property.A relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient

Worked out great for me as I was in town working on storm damage. Me and my guys enjoyed it. Rite on the canal maybe 150 yards to the Alafia river. Did a little fishing. But was very convenient for me being rite between my job and my distributors. Stayed for 2 weeks , Place was clean and equipped with the essentials. Gary was prompt in responding to any questions I had. Would stay again anytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

The river was a cool fishing spot
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara I.

Liked: Cleanliness

My recovery stay

I just had a heart transplant at TGH and needed to stay within an hour of the hospital for my first month out. I am so grateful to have found this great home to rent for the month. It was the perfect spot to emerge back into the world after being in the hospital for 6+months. The house is really clean...freshly renovated...screened in patio was such a pleasure and having the river right out the back yard was so peaceful. The host was very hospitable and helpful and responded very quickly to any messages or questions I had. I highly recommend this VRBO option to everyone. It's bittersweet to leave...wish we were staying longer.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love it!!

Stayed here multiple times and it always continues to please!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great and Relaxing

Loved the house and location. We brought our boat down and it was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience

Great place to be on the river
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam J., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness

Bike week

Very nice property. Had everything you will need for cooking. I would stay here again. I was not aware of bike fest before i booked but if you want a house next year this is the one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C., Brockton,Ma

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Very clean, spacious comfortable home. Nice size screened in porch to unwind. Plenty of seating with Large TV's in every room. 2 good size bathrooms. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023