You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Riverside Casita: semi-private pool, spa, dock, garden oasis, 5 min to downtown!
Imagine a garden oasis getaway on the banks of a river, yet one mile from all that downtown Tampa has to offer: The River Walk, Armature Works, Water Works Park, Julian B Lane Riverfront Park, dozens of restaurants and bars, museums, boats for hire at Convention Center and more!
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Armature Works. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a private pool in the cottage.
Air-conditioned cottage with private pool, kitchenette, and patio
Free WiFi
Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
Just a 4-minute drive from Tampa Riverwalk and a few minutes from Raymond James Stadium
This cottage offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This cottage also features barbecue grills and a garden.
This Tampa cottage is smoke free.
Property manager
Heather Swett
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Outdoor pool
A hot tub
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
On-site parking
Kitchenette
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Paper towels
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Ice maker
Spices
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Soap
Shampoo
Towels provided
Hairdryer
Toilet paper
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Patio
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Near a laundromat
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On the river
On the waterfront
In the city centre
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Things to do
Fitness facilities nearby
Kayaking on site
Waterskiing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Power boating nearby
Golf nearby
Theme parks nearby
Water tubing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Fishing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Recycling
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Unit size: 400 sq ft (37 sq m)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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.
Riverside Casita: semi-private pool, spa, dock, garden oasis, 5 min to downtown! Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cathy S.
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
What we were looking for
Very nice. Quiet we enjoyed our stay
Cathy S.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nancy L.
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tampa
We were very pleased with the property location. The Casita was perfectly clean and had all the amenities that were advertised. We would for sure rent again for future trips to FL.
Nancy L.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leslie W.
10 Feb 2025
Leslie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nancy H.
21 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
Wonderful place. Perfect location and was very walkable. Immaculate! We highly recommend.
Nancy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christi T.
8 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Just right!
Host was extremely responsive, house had everything we needed. Thanks so much!
Christi T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janet P.
4 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage in great location
The cottage had everything we needed and the property was beautiful! We used the hot tub and the pool, and even the swing by the river. Heather and Tim are kind and attentive hosts.
Janet P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
AK6 Investment Ventures
26 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We visited Tampa for work and very much enjoyed our down time at the Casita. If we had more time, I would have loved to kayak on the river.
AK6 Investment Ventures
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynn W.
13 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful surprise
We arrived at the "casita" after nine pm. We opened the gate to find the prettiest little pool area and place to stay. What a wonderful surprise ! Warm, twinkling lights amid florida foliage created such a welcoming atmosphere. We felt at home immediately. Heather and Tim are terrific hosts. They went above and beyond anything that was asked of them. Everything was clean and neat. A perfect size for the two of us. If we come back this way,this is where we'll stay.
Lynn W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nathan T.
6 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
We had a 4 night mini vacation. The pool and patio area was spectacular!!!
Nathan T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammy B., Muskego, WI
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for my quick trip to Tampa
I stayed at the casita during a quick trip to Tampa for my son’s cross country meet and it was wonderful. It was close to downtown Tampa. I felt very safe there (my husband ended up not able to join me because of a work trip) and Heather was a great hostess. The backyard was beautiful! The casita was very comfortable and quiet. I couldn’t have asked for a better spot.
Tammy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kurt M.
29 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great
We enjoyed our stay so much. Everything was perfect
Riverside Cassita was very well appointed, had all we needed and more, Heather, our host was gracious and quick to reply to any questions we had. I highly recommed staying there.
Stephen
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joe M.
14 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay at Riverside Casita
We had a wonderful experience staying here! The size is perfect for 2 or 3 people. Location is almost perfect for a visit to Tampa as you are fairly central to everything. The pool was also a great benefit after a long hot day! Excellent communication from Heather throughout our stay as well.
Joe M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristine L.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Place perfect for 2 to meet up with family in Tampa. Area close to airport, restaurants and city. Owner helped with my questions and quick to answer.
Cute background and sat around using pool, great day with family.
We wanted to stay in Riverside Heights for a few nights to be near family who had just moved to the area and this was the perfect spot. Heather was a wonderful host and answered all of our inquiries about local spots, which was very helpful as this was our first visit to the area. We will be back.The studio unit was clean, private, and comfortable, as shown in the pictures. We enjoyed sitting at the end of the dock on the river in the evening- pretty spot!
Mark S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin O.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mini oasis for remote work
Spent a few days to work remotely in a relaxing environment. Mornings by the pool, the day spent exploring Ybor City and the beaches, late evenings in the hot tub. A great location close to Ybor City and in proximity to major highways for exploring the outskirts of the Tampa Bag area. A welcoming community, owner included!
Kevin O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Victoria W.
18 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday getaway
Our hosts were incredibly gracious and helpful. The location is fantastic. It's quiet, secluded and handy to great restaurants and waterways, as well as Clearwater and St Petersburg.
Our room was just lovely. A super, super comfy, sturdy bed, which was important because my husband is a big guy! We slept so great on it. We even loved the pillows! A Keurig, just like home with coffee pods. There was a hairdryer, body wash, shampoo, all the stuff you need. Oh and the shower, awesome! Like being in a spa! The pool was fun to get in after a day of sightseeing and just watch the sunset. Along with the hottub it really felt like our own private resort and at such a great rate.
We will stay here again on our next trip to Tampa without question.
Victoria W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis G.
24 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise away from home
Location was great. The property was great. Had everything I needed.
Dennis G.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robin H.
5 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Quiet
We stayed 3 nights in the beautiful little guest house. It was so close to everything including downtown. We loved the access to the pool and dock on the river. The sunsets from the dock were amazing. Heather was an amazing host and responded very quickly!
Robin H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judith G.
3 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place close to downtown
We spent a long weekend in May and was the perfect place! Heather was so easy to work with and casita was the perfect size for a couple. The pool and backyard was a nice place to relax and unwind. I would definitely recommend this rental and will rebook of we come back down to Tampa.
Judith G.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian R.
9 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect size, very clean and tidy. Heather is a great host. Thanks!
Brian R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sally N.
4 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Heather is great and the place is a gem. Super comfortable inside and outside. You can tell that they pay attention to details.
Sally N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan F.
9 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience - Great stay
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! This was our first time staying at a property other than a hotel or resort on a vacation and we were not disappointed!
The space had everything that is pictured. I was pleasantly surprised upon arrival as I feel the pictures don't do the area justice. The outdoor spaces were beautiful, with ample space and seating, yet still managed to feel intimate and private.
The indoor living space was also more spacious than I anticipated. We were travelling as a family of four, with a 4-year-old and 3-year-old in tow, and we did not once feel cramped.
Our girls absolutely loved the pool and spa tub! So much so that we had to force them to leave every day to the fun activities that we had planned! They even asked to cut our beach day short to head back to their "new home"!
Tim and Heather were both so kind to our family throughout our stay. It was so easy to communicate with Heather before we arrived, she allowed us to check-in a bit early and even had purchased arm floaties for our girls to be able to use in the pool. We appreciated all of their recommendations and advice on where to go and what to do, best ways to get there, etc. This property is so conveniently located to all the spots we had planned (Busch Gardens, Aquarium, Children's Museum, beaches).
They also completely respected the privacy of our stay as well and we never once felt as they were impeding on us.
Their sweet puppy was the icing on the cake! Our girls LOVED him!
Megan F.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy C.
8 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Casita
Enjoyed our stay in the beautiful Casita. Hosts were wonderful. Our only complaint was that we couldn’t stay longer. 😊