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5 Rooms • Great Location • Red Haven Retreat

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Dining
Interior
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, University of South Florida
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

5 Rooms • Great Location • Red Haven Retreat

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Welcome to the Red Haven Retreat, where USF spirit meets Busch Gardens thrills!

My 5 room/2 bath home is perfect for hosting larger groups. The house is situated in a prime location within minutes to all attractions and for beach goers and golfers alike, an ideal escape for all travelers.

YOUR STAY INCLUDES:
• 5 private rooms (5 queen beds)
• 2 full bathrooms, 1 ensuite
• Spacious fenced yard
• Fully-equipped kitchen
• Free WiFi (~500 Mbps ↓↑)
• Smart TV entertainment
• Secure and safe environment
• Minutes to USF/Busch Gardens
• Close to I-275, I-75, and I-4
• Hotel-like quality & cleanliness

OTHER FEATURES YOU'LL APPRECIATE:
• Full-sized washer and dryer with starter packs of detergent
• Quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors
• Dedicated work space
• Large table and chairs for dining
• Philips SceneSwitch 3-setting light bulbs
• Ceiling fans in all but two rooms and central AC throughout
• Coffee machine with starter packs of coffee, sweetener, and creamer
• Starter rolls of toilet paper, paper towels, dish detergent, laundry detergent, hand soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and trash bags

OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE:
• Stay longer, save more!
• Nightly rate based on standard occupancy rate, additional occupancy fees may apply.
• Hourly rates may apply for early check-in or late check-out.
• Bugs/other wildlife: It is not uncommon to encounter insects such as palmetto bugs or wildlife in a tropical climate. While we do take all preventative measures to keep critters out, there is the possibility that one may come through an opening. Please try to keep doors closed and do not leave food or drinks outside, or in your vehicle, to help keep any possible insects and wildlife away.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of University of South Florida. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from University of South Florida and a few minutes from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: $1,000 fee for violations.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

No gatherings (max 10 guests) and no trespassing before/after stay. Unauthorized presence may result in cancellation and law enforcement.
Respect property and follow quiet hours (start 10 pm weekdays, 12 am weekends). No food or grease in drains, smoking, tampering, or damage.
Breaking house rules may result in cancellation with no refund. Send a message with the answer to "2+2" to confirm you've read and agree.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
$1,000 fee for violations.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

5 Rooms • Great Location • Red Haven Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was perfect for our night before cruise stay for our group of 10!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

TANIA M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved that it was near to Bush Gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host communicated proactively
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was great! The house was very clean, it had everything we needed ( towels, toiletries, etc.) The kitchen had everything we needed including spices! The neighborhood was clean and very close the popular restaurants and every store you we needed for any kind of shopping! The host was very nice and always responded immediately! Close the FSU and Bush Gardens. 10 out of 10!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy R., Boydton

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was just as listed and Leon was awesome. Made sure our stay was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
If you’re looking for a retreat thats nice, in a quiet neighborhood and close to EVERYTHING this is the home for you! Food, Busch gardens, are five minutes away!Leon was professional and on point! Came by to ensure me and my family had everything we need!Book this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tim l a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Cozy

The property is super clean and cozy. The amenities are modern and comfortable. The location was perfect for our trip to Busch Gardens. Restaurants were nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

AC/DC weekend.

It was perfect for our group. Gave us the space we needed and it was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

A S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Five-Star Stay in a Spacious Home!

We had an amazing stay at this cozy home! The house was incredibly spacious, perfect for our group, with plenty of room for everyone to relax and enjoy. The location was fantastic—close to everything we needed, yet in a peaceful setting. The home was well-stocked, clean, and had all the amenities we could ask for. The host was responsive and made the entire process smooth and easy. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

jason h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tampa BMX

The house was nice , everything worked and was clean.Had a nice time and no complaints with the house
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JESSIE G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Leon Host

This place was amazing. Great location to the Busch gardens park. It was more than what i expected. Very comfortable. The home was very clean. Stayed 4 nights in July 2024
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

House is close to the highways. There are many restaurants in the area. House is very clean. Appliances are modern. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

connie w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family celebration

We really enjoyed our stay...the property was nice and clean. The host was very accommodating and the area was quiet. I will definitely revisit this property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Leon was prompt to reply and comunicated well and made check in easy . Myself and my crew of welders enjoyed having there own rooms and clean comfotable queen size beds . We where tired after long days of work , and looked farward to a quiet night sleep .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Exactly what was described. Very clean and great value. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024