Title: Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=48863545&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool (Tampa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48863600/48863545/270-6db85832.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool - Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool (Tampa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48863600/48863545/363457eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool (Tampa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48863600/48863545/80c153c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool (Tampa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48863600/48863545/180-231cc017.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool (Tampa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48863600/48863545/2840e123.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On the lake in a quiet neighborhood, this charming cottage-like house offers sunsets on the deck and poolside fun for your family. Enjoy kayaking or simply watching birds from the spacious living room as golf courses and stores are within walking distance. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool Charming cottage-like house on the lake in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Enjoy the sunsets from the deck or watch the birds from the spacious living room as your family swims in the pool or goes for kayaking on the lake. Golf courses and stores are within walking distance. This 3 bedrooms, 1 full and two half bathroom house is in a perfect location, close to USF, Bush Gardens, Lowry Park Zoo, Moffitt and downtown areas, while still providing privacy and peaceful nature typical to Florida. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Heated pool - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101840000/101834400/101834328/w907h683x59y0-89a45b37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tampa Vacation Home - 3BR 10 PPL - Pool Greater Northdale - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=101834328&PinnedHotelID=101834328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88340000/88336200/88336161/6e4fb248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Have fun in this stylish quiet place Port Tampa City - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=88336161&PinnedHotelID=88336161&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109120000/109112600/109112511/w1350h899x0y1-f2745119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful 3BR Home w/ Hot Tub, Near Beaches & TPA! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Charming, Lakefront Cottage-like Home With Pool Tampa ## About the area Located in Lake Magdalene, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. International Plaza and Bay Street and Channelside Bay Plaza are worth checking out if shopping 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Yuengling Center or Raymond James Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming, lakefront cottage-like home with pool Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip C. 26 Mar 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great back deck Property is dated and dowdy but having said that it is fully equipped with all one could need, 1st rate AC control unit, good shower, thoughtfully owners have left all previous renters spices, condiments etc. Gin and Tonic on the back deck overlooking the lake, wonderful place to stay. Owner responsive to a couple of minor niggles, all very satisfactory. ##### Philip C. Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Terry S. 5 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was good Stay was comfortable. Loved seeing all the natural wild life! ##### Terry S. Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Roy B. 6 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to relax A wonderful, peaceful place to enjoy the Florida warmth in late winter/early spring. Had a couple of issues, but the owners quickly attended to them. ##### Roy B. Stayed 63 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tawnya K. 26 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I would stay there again We all enjoyed our stay and would stay there again. We met the neighbor next door he was mowing his lawn, he was very nice and so helpful. The house is a charming little home that is a bit older but perfect for us. The owners are awesome and responded very quickly to my texts. The only things we found wrong was an open chip bag with chips in a drawer in the kids room and hair in the shower. I messaged the owner and she was fantastic. She took the information and was very sweet in her response and very positive. I hope to visit again and when I do, this is the place I want to stay. ##### Tawnya K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Edgar C. 16 May 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness #### Overall It was OK The first impression was not as good as when days passed. It was clean but not neat. The pool is useless not clean. But our employees go there just to sleep and cook some dinner maybe... so it was OK. ##### Edgar C. Stayed 32 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ed N. 28 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view! We had a great time here. The house is very inviting. We had no problem making ourselves at home. The location is perfect when coming to Tampa. I loved the view from the deck. I could of watched the wildlife for hours. If we stay in Tampa again I will definitely be booking here again. ##### Ed N. Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### John C. 27 Jan 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas 2021 Comfortable. Convenient (our son lives less than two miles away.) The lake is lovely to view while having coffee or reading outside. There clearly has been a bug problem there and the owner had clearly had an exterminator in before we arrived. However, we stayed for five weeks and by the end of the fifth week bugs were appearing in one of the bathrooms. I’ve told the owner that we’d love to stay there again but would insist that an exterminator come while we are there if our stay is longer than four weeks. ##### John C. Stayed 37 nights in Dec 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Tara B. 4 Sept 2021 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Disappointed Good afternoon . I wanted to let you know that we will be leaving today. We ended up renting a hotel for the remainder of our vacation. I know we are paid until Tuesday but honestly we are very disappointed with the house. The house itself is cute but there are bugs everywhere, counters, dressers, etc…. Plus large water bugs we keep finding randomly around the house. My kids are freaking out including myself. We have to leave everything inside the fridge so no bugs crawl into anything. We also have to keep our clothes in bags. The bed pillows are so old and yellow. The shower curtain is so disgusting. It’s obvious that mostly anything in the house was from the dollar store but even if that’s true - things should be replaced or provided. The cheese grater is so rusty I didn’t dare even try to touch the toaster. The kitchen accessories are extremely poor. There are empty cabinets with broken kitchen tools, an entire cabinet with only covers to plastic $ store Tupperware’s, rusted kitchen gadgets, the water dispenser from the fridge is “green molded.” Would have been nice if there was a sign saying do not use. Also There is only “one” pot. Not even a small pot to boil water? So anything that has to be cooked needed to be done one at a time. No bowls etc to serve a dinner…. And whatever is here is broken. And my kids found a rusty nail in your pool. The canoes / which we didn’t touch absolutely did not look like they were in working order. I would definitely not risk putting my kids in them. We left your home in excellent condition & placed all the dirty towels inside the laundry basket on the washer. The house temp we set to 78\. And We never used the middle room. The right thing would be to refund a portion of my stay. But we will see how that turns out. And NO REPLY 5 days later. ##### Tara B. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021 ---