At Heated Pool Home | Near Busch Gardens, you can look forward to a water park, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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About this property
Heated Pool Home | Near Busch Gardens
A renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath North Tampa pool home for up to 6 guests, five minutes from Busch Gardens, ZooTampa and Adventure Island. The heated pool sits in a fully fenced backyard, and the house has a 70-inch TV, TVs in every bedroom and 1 GIG Wi-Fi.
The living room, 6-seat dining table and kitchen share one open area, so the group gathers around the L-shaped couch and the 70-inch TV. Out back, a fully fenced yard wraps the heated pool, a poolside seating area and the charcoal grill. Three bedrooms share one full bathroom.
BEDROOMS & BATHS (3 BR / 1 BA)
★ Bedroom 1: king bed, full-length mirror closet, drawers and its own TV
★ Bedroom 2: queen bed, mirror closet, bedside tables and lamps, smart TV
★ Bedroom 3: two twin-over-full bunk beds, drawers and a smart TV; the kids' room
★ The home sleeps 6 across the three bedrooms, so the bunk room leaves a spare bed or two for flexibility
One full bathroom for up to 6 guests: bathtub, shower, double sink, vanity mirror and toilet.
KITCHEN & DINING
★ Full kitchen: refrigerator, freezer, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, pots and pans, baking sheet, dishes, wine glasses and grill utensils
★ Spices and pantry basics are stocked
★ Dining table seats 6, a few steps from the couch
★ Full-size washer and dryer in the laundry room
OUTSIDE
★ Charcoal grill and an open patio area for evenings outside
★ Fully fenced backyard where kids and dogs can run
★ Driveway parking for up to 3 vehicles
EXTRAS
★ 70-inch smart TV in the living room and Samsung TVs in every bedroom
★ 1 GIG Wi-Fi with an Ethernet connection for streaming and remote work
★ Beach chairs, an umbrella and a cooler are available to rent; message us for pricing
BEST FOR
★ Theme-park weeks: Busch Gardens, ZooTampa and Adventure Island are all 5–10 minutes away
★ A family of six, with the kids in the bunk room and parents in the king
★ Bucs and Lightning weekends, with Raymond James Stadium and Amalie Arena under 20 minutes
★ Work trips that need fast, wired internet and a pool to come home to
MAY NOT BE THE RIGHT FIT IF
★ You need two bathrooms. Six guests share one tub-and-shower bath.
★ You are planning a party. This is a residential street with exterior cameras and a 3-vehicle limit.
GETTING AROUND (drive times, off-peak)
★ Busch Gardens: 5–9 min
★ ZooTampa at Lowry Park: 5–8 min
★ Adventure Island: 5–10 min
★ Downtown Tampa: 9–16 min
★ Amalie Arena: 10–18 min
★ Raymond James Stadium: 12–18 min
★ The Florida Aquarium: 12–20 min
★ Tampa International Airport: 16–22 min
★ Ben T. Davis Beach: 16–22 min
★ St. Pete–Clearwater Airport: 22–35 min
★ Tropicana Field: 26–35 min
★ St. Pete Beach: 35–55 min
★ Clearwater Beach: 35–60 min
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Your smart-lock code arrives 24 hours before arrival. After booking we send a short rental agreement and ID check, which takes a few minutes. Fees are listed in "Other things to note".
We manage 100+ homes across Tampa Bay and answer messages in minutes. We'd love to host you.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
★ Setting: a residential street in North Tampa. Quiet hours are 10 pm–8 am; please keep noise respectful, especially at night.
The electric heater raises the water 15–20°F above the day's low, so a 50°F morning means roughly 65–70°F water. It cannot be changed mid-stay, so request it before arrival.
★ Bathrooms & beds: a king room, a queen room and a room with two twin-over-full bunks share one full bathroom for up to 6 guests.
★ Pets: dogs welcome, up to 3, $150 per pet. Please disclose pets before arrival; undisclosed pets are charged under the rental agreement.
★ Fees: the base rate covers 4 guests, then $15 per extra guest per night. Early check-in or late check-out is $50 each when available. Lost & found shipping is $100. Cleaning beyond our standard service may be charged.
★ After booking: a short rental agreement and ID check. The booking guest must be 25+. No parties or events, no smoking. Local guests within 50 miles, please message us first.
★ Parking: no more than 3 vehicles on the property. Exterior security cameras are active outside.
★ Beach gear: beach chairs, an umbrella and a cooler are available to rent; message us for pricing.
Questions about any of this? Message us before you book; we reply in minutes.
Located in Sulphur Springs, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. Port Tampa Bay and Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Florida Aquarium and Florida State Fairgrounds are not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Tampa travel guide
Does Heated Pool Home | Near Busch Gardens have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Heated Pool Home | Near Busch Gardens pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much is parking at Heated Pool Home | Near Busch Gardens?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Heated Pool Home | Near Busch Gardens?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Heated Pool Home | Near Busch Gardens?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Heated Pool Home | Near Busch Gardens located?
Located in Sulphur Springs, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from New World Brewery and within 3 miles (5 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and University of South Florida. ZooTampa at Lowry Park and University Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
Heated Pool Home | Near Busch Gardens Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Such a great stay, recommend 100%. The house is beautiful and we felt like home, the pool is great. Not to far from beaches and a lot of food options around.
We were very happy with our stay. The house was very nice and accommodations were awesome. Would definitely be back for another stay.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jason
4 Jan 2023
Great stay
Great stay, house was clean, and close to everything we needed! Included the basic necessities, and we were comfortable our entire stay. All neighbors were quiet or very nice!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ranel C.
30 Dec 2022
Very clean highly recommended!
Very nice place very clean highly recommended
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Moe A.
11 Dec 2022
Very cleaned
We enjoyed our stayed. Very cleaned and the kids enjoyed the swimming pool.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lorna H.
23 Dec 2022
Wonderful place
Wonderful place, just like the pictures. The host is kind and responds promptly.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
DaiSha
25 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was just like the pictures very nice and clean with amenities, and great communication with owners. We loved the pool and convient location next to Busch Gardens, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Irena S.
12 Jan 2023
Very clean and cozy
This was a great place to stay. Very clean and cozy, beds comfortable, good location.
Thank you.
Hosts went above and beyond to ensure we had a great stay.
Very caring and attentive
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Daena G.
26 Dec 2022
Immaculately clean
A beautiful home located in a great place that's close to everything. The pool was amazing, the house was immaculately clean and communication was good. We will be visiting again, we loved it!
Good experience. Cute house. Conveniently located. Great host:
Good experience. Cute house. Conveniently located. Great host.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jorge M.
24 Dec 2022
Very clean and has everything you need.
Great little place off the interstate. Only took us 5mins to get to Busch Gardens. We loved the communication and the hospitality offered by the Host. Very clean and has everything you need.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amber S.
24 Jan 2023
The house is beyond clean and comfortable.
The house is beyond clean and comfortable. The beds are comfortable, the amenities are wonderful, and the area really isn't that bad. The location is great, so close to attractions. The back yard is spacious with the pool and very awesome for those traveling with pets. Would definitely book again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Samantha C.
10 Dec 2022
Fast responsive host
Very clean floors, kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms! Fast responsive host! Nice back yard! Great location!
We were traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday to see family in the area. The property management company, Emperor Rentals, was fantastic! The house was great, but the management company made the experience even better. They are the best property management company in the State of Florida that I have ever worked with through VRBO. In fact, we appreciated their superior service so much that we booked another house for the Christmas holiday through them. I would highly recommend any property managed by Emperor Rentals. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John S.
18 Dec 2022
Beautiful home
Great communication from host. Beautiful home with modern design and cozy feel. Would highly recommend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
5 Jan 2023
House was perfect!
House was perfect! Very clean with unexpected amenities like bluetooth speaker in the bathroom. Definitely recommend it and will use again if we come back to Tampa
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
May G.
22 Jan 2023
The place is great, everything you need is supplied.
The place is great, everything you need is supplied. Cozy living room, open kitchen with everything just like home. Pool was great just the right size not to deep kids enjoyed. So close to Busch Gardens and Walmart market is just down the street for groceries. Host was very attentive.