Tampa Retreat | 2BR King+Queen | Pool · Pets

Summary:

Sun, space, and a place that actually feels like home, that's what you get here. This spacious two-bedroom apartment in South Tampa comes with a king bed, a queen bed, full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and access to a sparkling pool with sun deck, outdoor grill, and pet-friendly grounds. Bring the family, bring the fur babies, and settle in.



The Space:

This is the kind of place you stop calling a rental and start calling home. Two full bedrooms, a private balcony with your own washer and dryer, a fully stocked kitchen, and more space than you'd expect — all in one of Tampa's most livable neighborhoods.



🛏️ Bedrooms & Sleeping

The primary bedroom features a king bed with fresh linens and soft bedding — a proper night's sleep after a long travel day or a busy day out. The second bedroom has a comfortable queen bed, equally well-dressed and ready for your guests, family, or that friend who always crashes with you.



Both bedrooms are quiet, private, and styled for comfort — not just aesthetics.



🍳 Kitchen — Fully Equipped

No need to eat out every night unless you want to. The kitchen is stocked with:

✅ Full refrigerator, freezer, stove & oven

✅ Microwave, coffee maker & toaster

✅ Dishwasher for easy cleanup

✅ Cooking basics, wine glasses, dishes & silverware

✅ Dining table, great for group meals or a quiet morning coffee



🛁 Bathroom

Clean, fresh, and stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and shower gel. Fresh towels and bed linens are always provided.



💻 Work & Stay Connected

A dedicated private workspace with fast Wi-Fi. Whether you're working remotely or just need to check emails, you're covered.



🧺 In-Unit Laundry

Washer and dryer on your private balcony/patio. Iron and hangers available inside. Pack light or pack heavy, you're doing laundry on your own schedule.



👨‍👩‍👧 Family Essentials

Traveling with little ones? A high chair and Pack 'n Play are available, just ask in advance.



🐾 Pets Welcome Here

This unit is pet-approved. Bring up to two well-behaved pets and make them feel just as at home as you do. See pet guidelines in house rules.



Guest Access:

The entire apartment is yours — two bedrooms, full bathroom, full kitchen, living room, and private balcony with laundry. No shared spaces inside your unit.



You'll also have full access to the community's outdoor amenities:



☀️ Pool with sun deck — open daily 8 AM to 8 PM

🍖 Outdoor grill kitchen — perfect for a Florida BBQ night

🐾 Pet spa and pet waste stations throughout the grounds

🚲 Bike storage racks

🛝 Play yard — great for kids

🔧 24-hour emergency maintenance — someone always on call



One dedicated parking space is included. A parking tag will be inside the unit, display it in your vehicle whenever parked in a resident space.



The Neighborhood:

South Tampa is one of the most sought-after areas in the city — residential, walkable in parts, and close to everything without the noise of downtown. 🌴



Close by:

🌊 Ballast Point Park & Tampa Bay waterfront — sunset views and fishing piers

🛍️ Westshore Plaza and International Plaza for shopping and dining

🍽️ MacDill Avenue — lined with local restaurants, cafés, and bars

🏥 St. Joseph's Hospital nearby — convenient for medical travelers



A short drive away:

✈️ Tampa International Airport — 10 to 15 minutes

🏟️ Amalie Arena — Tampa Bay Lightning games and major concerts

⚾ Tropicana Field (St. Pete) — Tampa Bay Rays

🌉 St. Pete Beach and Clearwater Beach — some of Florida's best coastline within 30–45 minutes

🐠 Florida Aquarium and Riverwalk in Downtown Tampa



Getting Around:

🚗 Parking: One dedicated parking space included with your stay. A red parking tag will be inside the unit — hang it visibly in your vehicle whenever parked in a resident space. Additional vehicles should use designated visitor parking.



🚌 Transit: Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) bus lines run in the area. The 4, 30, and 36 routes connect South Tampa to Downtown Tampa and surrounding areas.



🚖 Rideshare: Uber and Lyft are widely available throughout Tampa — great for airport runs or nights out without worrying about parking.



🚶 On Foot: The neighborhood is residential and walkable for nearby errands. MacDill Avenue has a walkable strip of shops, cafés, and restaurants.



✈️ From Tampa International Airport (TPA):

Take FL-60 East → Merge onto I-275 South → Take Exit 44 (Gandy Blvd) → Head south on S Manhattan Avenue. Approximately 10–15 minutes.



✈️ From St. Pete–Clearwater Airport (PIE):

Take I-275 North → Exit at Gandy Blvd → Head south on S Manhattan Avenue. Approximately 25–30 minutes.



FROM DOWNTOWN TAMPA:

Take I-275 South → Exit 44 (Gandy Blvd) → South on S Manhattan Avenue. About 10–12 minutes.



Other Things to Note:

🪪 Guest Verification Requirement



• Photo ID is required for all adult guests staying in the unit.

• The primary guest must complete a standard 7-year background verification through a secure third-party provider.

• The process requires the last 4 digits of the primary guest’s SSN for identity verification.



International guests are exempt from the background verification, but must still provide a valid photo ID.



This verification is required by building management in order to grant access to the property, so all steps must be completed prior to check-in.



All guest information is handled securely through the third-party verification service and is not shared with the host or management team.



📌 Safety & Devices:



✔ Blink Camera – Door Frame.

✔ Blink Blink Sync Module – In the living room, behind the floor lamp

✔ Alertify Noise Monitor – Wall behind dining table.

✔ Smoke/CO detectors throughout.

✔ Electrical Panel – It’s on the same wall where the neon sign is.

✔ Thermostat – It’s on the wall on the left side, next to the bathroom.



✔ Internet Router – It’s on top of the console cabinet in the TV.

📌 Property Quick Facts:



🔑 Smart Entry – Schlage Encode Smart Lock (code sent before arrival).



🪜 Layout – Two-bedroom apartments (ground floor).



🚗 Parking

Upon Check-In

• Locate the red parking tag inside the unit.

• Display the tag clearly inside your vehicle while parked in the community.

• Send a quick photo of the displayed tag for verification.



🚨Parking Rules



✔ With the tag: Park in any regular resident parking space.

• Without the tag: Park only in designated Visitor Parking.



Vehicles parked in resident spaces without the parking tag may be towed. The host is not responsible for towing or recovery fees.



Additional Vehicles

• Extra vehicles must park in Visitor Parking only.



Before Check-Out

• Return the parking tag to the unit and send a photo for confirmation.



⚠️ Missing or unreturned parking tags will incur a $50 replacement fee.



🐾Pet Policy



✔️ Maximum of 2 pets allowed

✔️ Pets are welcome with prior approval

✔️ Stays under 7 days: $50 pet fee; per pet, per stay

✔️ Stays 7-15 days: $150 flat rate pet fee; per pet, per stay

✔️ Monthly or long-term stays: $300 pet fee; per month; per stay



Pet Rules:



✔️ Pets must be leashed at all times in common areas and outside the unit

✔️ Do not leave pets unattended inside the unit unless crated

✔️ Pets are not allowed on beds or furniture

✔️ Please clean up after your pet (indoors and outdoors)

✔️ Excessive noise, barking, or disturbances must be avoided

✔️ Any damage, odors, or extra cleaning caused by pets will result in additional charges



We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep the space clean, safe, and comfortable for all guests.



📹 Cameras – Exterior only; no interior recording.



🧺 Laundry – In-unit washer & dryer.



🗑️ Trash – Bins in front of playground (no boxes in dumpster).



⚡ Emergency Shutoffs – Electrical panel as listed / water main.



🧼 Pest control 3rd–4th Mon each month.



🌐 Wi-Fi Speed – 1 Gbps (Fiber).



Interaction with Guests:

💬Messaging System Only – Available via platform :



⏳ Quick Response Time – We reply promptly to ensure smooth stays .

📞 Emergency Support – 24/7 assistance via messaging platform or phone.