Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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About the area

Located in Old Seminole Heights, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this guesthouse is near theme parks and on the waterfront. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Adventure Island and Florida Aquarium are not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Tampa travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Lowry Park Zoo featuring signage and zoo animals
    ZooTampa at Lowry Park
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay showing rides
    Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Aerial photo Port of Tampa Florida
    Port of Tampa
    9 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Tampa_RaymondJamesStadium_503050_03
    Raymond James Stadium
    11 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Tampa_SeminoleHardRockCasino_553248621563123174_05
    Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
    13 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    8 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wawa
    12 min walk
  • McDonald's
    9 min walk
  • Krispy Kreme
    14 min walk
  • Three Coins Diner
    17 min walk
  • 7-Eleven
    2 min drive

About this property

Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location

Guest house near Tampa Riverwalk
Close to ZooTampa at Lowry Park, Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property and beach towels
Room features
All guest rooms at Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Things to do

  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Note from host: Smoking is ok on deck outside
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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 overnight guests
Smoking is permitted outside on the deck.
- No guests without prior approval. - No parties or late night noise - No feminine hygiene products or cleaning wipes down the toilet

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Due to stairs, deck height and railing spacing

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is ok on deck outside

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Seminole Heights River Retreat - Centrally Located Tampa
Seminole Heights River Retreat - Centrally Located Guesthouse

Frequently asked questions

Is Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location located?

Located in Old Seminole Heights, this guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from ZooTampa at Lowry Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Tampa Riverwalk. University of South Florida and Raymond James Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, beautiful space. Everything was in very good shape. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Clean, quiet and comfortable. Good location with easy access to downtown and most major destinations.Nice view of the river from the deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I haven’t loved a vacation rental this much in a long time. It’s aesthetically beautiful in design and its location is superb. Being home was a pleasure with the river and the tropical foliage all around. Coffee on the deck in the mornings was a great way to start the day. And sunsets were a real bonus! Going out was easy due to the proximity to the interstate and the ease of the surface streets. Full-sized appliances were practically brand new, and the kitchen was well-equipped for cooking. The furniture was comfy and everything just worked well and felt like a home. I ended up staying an extra night just for the peaceful environment. I highly recommend this property and hope to stay there again sometime in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Week

We’ve stayed at Ed & Marianne’s several times over the past four years while our daughter attended U Tampa. It’s quiet, clean, comfortable and convenient. They are great hosts. It’s was a great find!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

The place was clean, comfortable, quiet and had a lovely view from the patio. It was perfect for us to have a few days of quiet as well as be in close proximity to a lot of activities and restaurants. Really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Me and my wife had a great stay here. It was very peaceful on the deck overlooking the river. Great spot for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Temporary hurricane housing

We have been staying here during the rebuilding processof our home due to hurricane damage. Couldn't have picked a better place. Clean, comfortable & cozy.Convenient location.
Stayed 26 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet time, very peaceful and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little gem of a place

My husband & I came to Tampa from Canada for a rock concert. This place was a fantastic oasis to relax in between exploring the area. Great location. Comfortable bed and lovely recliner couch . Kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Easy communication with the host. Our favorite thing to do was relax on the deck in the evening and enjoy the view of the river and listen to the bird sounds. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Retreat

Seminole Heights was the perfect place for our short stay in Tampa! Not only was it comfy and quaint, it was extremely clean! Ed's directions and check-in instructions were super helpful, too! We will definitely stay here if we are ever back in the Tampa area!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hurricane recovery accommodations

My wife and I have been staying here while our house gets repaired due to damage from Hurricane Milton. Very comfortable and home like. A rare gem. River view and central location are a plus.
Stayed 22 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River View

Nice views of river and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hurricane housing

We have been staying here while our home is repaired due to hurricane damage. Very comfy & cozy. Fully equipped, has everything we need. New foam mattress is very comfortable.
Stayed 27 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River

Clean and comfortable very relaxing and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Everything was wonderful. Nice neighborhood, beautiful views. I’m a stickler for cleanliness and this place was super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seminole Heights

What a wonderful, clean and peaceful place to spend a few days away. This home was close to everything I needed in and around Tampa! The home was so cozy, the bed was incredible and it had all the amenities I have grown to love in a VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and quiet

Ed was a great host and we really enjoyed our stay. The home was so clean and very comfortable. Thank you Ed for your hospitality! Suzanne and Brian Frazier
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BluGrass

Went to a show at USF, great places to eat near by and great access for little sat trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place

Very clean location. Neighborhood is starting to get revamped so it may look a little scetchy coming in but the actual property is in a nice area. Bed was not very comfortable but other than that it was a nice stay. Reminded me of a small cabin on a river type feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best of the best!

After staying at several VRBO properties we can say that this one was without question the best. Property was immaculate and had a tremendous view of the river. Hosts Ed and Marianne could not have been more helpful and friendly! Their suggestions for restaurants were spot on.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shellie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view, clean garage apartment

Super Clean, well stocked garage apartment! Great view ! Very helpful and accommodating owners!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Apartment was very clean and had everything you would need, nice Riverview from the deck. Owners were prompt and responsive. Gave great instructions on how to unlock and lock the door. A welcome binder with some helpful info about the area including restaurants. Would definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Tampa

Marianne & Ed were very responsive. Very comfortable accomodations for a couple. Only complaint was dishes and silverware were put away dirty. Had to wash everything we used.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

N J M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, peaceful, great location

Helpful and friendly hosts, clean and well equipped. Great location near Florida Ave, with breweries, good restaurants, and hipster stuff. River view deck makes for pleasant evenings and morning coffee. Many nice small touches. Comfy bed, big towels, good shower. Complete kitchen gear. Comfy livingroom. Would return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our first Vrbo and it was great!

This was our first Vrbo experience, so we weren’t sure what to expect. This was so much better than staying at a hotel! It was like staying at a friend’s house. It was quiet and private and the location was a perfect distance from where we spent our days. We liked that it is just buffered enough from Florida Ave. and still close enough to Bo’s for ice cream, Wa Wa for morning coffee, and Krispy Kreme for when they had freshly made donuts. Would happily stay again!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023