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Southern living with a resort style pool with lazy river, grotto, and hot tub!

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Interior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 144500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Lutz, FL
  • Westfield Citrus Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • University of South Florida
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lutz

Located in Greater Northdale, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as Brooker Creek Headwaters Nature Preserve and St. Joseph's Hospital - North. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • TPC of Tampa Bay - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Westfield Citrus Park - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 18 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • University of South Florida - 19 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 23 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 25 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Route 66 Kitchen & Dining Car - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Elevation Coffee Roasters - ‬5 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.

Southern living with a resort style pool with lazy river, grotto, and hot tub!

New 2024 Pool Heater!
The resort style pool with Pool Bar, flat screen TV, Frisbee Golf, Ping Pong Table, and Basketball Hoop says it all, but inside there is also a Pool Table, Arcade Machine, New Bonus Room upgrade~ 3 Recliner Couch w/ 85 inch Smart Sony featuring Roku, Apple and surround sound, 8 Smart TVs with streaming apps (please do not purchase movies, unless you expect to pay for them), laundry room with washer and dryer, fully stocked kitchen, and a Social Bar. The Social Bar, located off to the left of the living area, is a personal favorite and an excellent place to congregate before an evening out on town!
Pool is NOW heated by an electric heater. Large hot tub is heated separately by propane.
New fire pit and a grill by individual propane tanks on back porch.
Walkway, floating dock, and dock for lake access!
There is a master king bedroom with jacuzzi tub and shower, king guestroom, 2 queen guestrooms and a split bath upstairs. The split bath includes a tub/shower with a door that separates another toilet and shower.
Downstairs there is a queen guest bedroom, full guest bedroom and a full bath.
There are several owner closets and garage that are non-accessible.
Over 11,000 sq. feet of pool, house, and garage. The house alone, heated, is approx. 4500 sq. feet.
Absolutely no house parties or events!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.

Property manager

Jennifer Henry

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Children must be supervised around the pool area!

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
Note from host: Extra fees apply for additional guests on property
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 28

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.
  • Note from host: Extra fees apply for additional guests on property
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Greater Northdale, close to TPC of Tampa Bay, Westfield Citrus Park, and Northdale Golf Course. You'll also find Keystone Lake and Brooker Creek Headwaters Nature Preserve within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is there a spa available at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Southern living with a resort style pool with lazy river, grotto, and hot tub!?

At this lakeside vacation home, couples will welcome the many amenities including a private pool and a fireplace along with an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Southern living with a resort style pool with lazy river, grotto, and hot tub!?

Yes, guests can enjoy 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 free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is 16.9 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight), which is located 21.6 mi away (33-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Southern living with a resort style pool with lazy river, grotto, and hot tub!?

Yes, every accommodation at Southern living with a resort style pool with lazy river, grotto, and hot tub! comes with a balcony.

Southern living with a resort style pool with lazy river, grotto, and hot tub! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible!

This place is heaven on earth. Oasis is the right word. The house is incredible and well equipped and the pool is out of this world. Do be warned that with the pool heated plus the sun, it was hovering around 94 degrees the whole time. We really enjoyed it in the evenings but it was too hot during the day. Kitchen was lovely. Communicating with the host was fast and easy! I hope to return someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin E.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rush M.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Grotto

The house is very nice. The backyard/pool area is outstanding. The best outdoor living space that we have stayed in for Spring Break. Private area, but close enough to things that you can get to everything quickly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get away house!!

We loved this house, it had so much for our kids to do, some sports equipment could be updated, but what they had still worked for them. Everyone enjoyed the fabulous pool. We enjoyed quite time at the lake looking for crocs (but never saw any) were going to miss the sweet little pig who we named “piggie”. The owners are very quick to respond with any questions or.concerns. And we’re very nice to talk to. Even Tom was a great help and great to talk to as well. If I had one bad thing to say it would be the outdoor bar area needs to be spiffed up some, I was afraid of spiders in the one room where pool toys are in. Also pool chemicals were in there and I didn’t want my grandkids near them. The tiki hut needed to be a bit more modernized, kind of dirty. If we were back in the area we would stay again for such thank you for everything!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location for family reuinion

Wonderful home on a beautiful property! House was clean, very comfortable beds, and tranquil vibes. Jen’s communication was clear and detailed. She answered questions quickly and requested an easy check-in/out process. This made for an easy trip! Our group enjoyed our time and hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Home

We had an amazing stay! The house was stocked with everything we could have needed. The yard was our favorite part of the house. We spent almost the entire time outside playing the various of games that were provided for us at the house. Would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking to enjoy some outside time while on vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny n., CONCORD

Liked: Cleanliness

5 star

Great place, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fun

We had a great vacation and found the property to be everything that is stated and more. Our host was fantastic and fast in answering the few questions we had. The location was beautiful and very private even though we were 30 minutes or less from all the sites we wanted to visit. The pool is as amazing as it looks! I personally loved the fishpond which was a surprise to me. Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Go to the Grotto!

The home and its many outdoor features (outdoor bar/lounges, grotto, lazy river, hot tub, basketball court, tree-lined acreage, etc.) along with plenty of indoor areas for gathering, game playing, etc., offered many options for both a fun-filled vacation getaway. The hosts were exactly what VRBO renters desire: great communication as well as a comfortable, well-appointed home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rickey S., Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

We loved our stay. Lots of space, the pool area is amazing as described. Not too far of a drive to Downtown Tampa, but has the feeling of being far away from the city. Jennifer is great with communication. You will not be disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

We had a great stay and Jenn is a great communicator! Would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property!

My family and I had a fantastic time. Would definitely book again. Pool is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lazy river luxury

Stayed for 4 days and went in the pool everyday. It was amazing. Ordered DoorDash and had it delivered straight to the house for every meal. It was quiet and nestled in the back away from everyone. Perfect getaway spot! Loved it and will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Estate property with resort style pool

We had an amazing time celebrating our 25th anniversary with our kids. Everyone had their own bedroom. We had plenty to do at the house. There was really no reason to leave. We can wait to plan our next stay! Thanks Jen!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Austin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

All I wanted to use was the hot tub

I was so sick of hot tubs not working on all my travels this past year, and this one was no different. The hot tub was not working and it did not get fixed till the last day I was there. I am sensitive to cold temperatures so the pool was too cold for me. Waste of money, I regret staying there. It was father’s day weekend and my dad was dead, so I was trying to do something to not be so depressed about it. Instead I waited all day father’s day for service they never called or arrived. Next day they let me know they had truck issues and never called to let me know so I could do something besides wait for a truck on father’s day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to have a family reunion.

The pool area was the main attraction for everyone. Close to stores and attractions. Nice home to enjoy, everything you need just bring your groceries. Our daughter was getting married at a venue called Crescent Lake which was 15 mins. away so this home was ideal for us. You want go wrong renting this place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Todd A.

Fun and relaxing

The pool is great!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna D.

Liked: Cleanliness

The house that had everything!

We had such a great time at this property. 12 of us stayed here and we had more than enough room for everyone. The pool was just as amazing as the pictures if not even better. So much to do for the little ones in our group that we never had to leave. We were a quick trip away from Tampa and close to lots of grocery stores. Jen, our host, was wonderful. She addressed all concerns and needs and gave some great recs on places to go with the kids and place to dine. Would love to make this home an annual vacation spot for us!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place, Great Time!

Wow what a place! We had three families with kids and the place was plenty big and well furnished, had everything we needed. The pool is absolutely incredible, we found we didn't need to go anywhere (did do one beach day) because the kids and adults were having so much fun by the pool. Owner was very responsive to any concerns. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun vacation home with friends

Jen’s home is great for a group trip. The pool and property are both incredible. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home for Spring Break!

Our whole family stayed here for Spring Break! We couldn’t keep the kids out of the pool. It’s a great home with everything you could need. It was close enough to Spring Training and everything we wanted to do in Tampa but felt far away from everything because the house sits so far back from the road. A real paradise. The host was very helpful and communicative. We had 0 issues the whole time we were there. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, great host!

We chose this house due to the proximity of the golf courses we were playing and the pool. We had 8 guys stay here comfortably. The pool is obviously incredible. Simply an amazing property. The host, Jen, was extremely responsive to our questions and was very patient with us. We would definitely rent this home again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

GERALDINE S.

Overall

We enjoyed our stay overall but there were some disappointments. Towels provided were old and worn and not enough face towels for our group. Mattress pads were badly stained. Patio furniture was very dirty. Guests are asked to take garbage to entrance of driveway, which is about a 5 minute walk, not cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024