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Step into this fully remodeled 2BR/2BA 'Cracker Shack' surrounded by towering oaks and cypress trees. Enjoy a private gated entrance, separate parking, and a wraparound porch with grill, Edison lights, and outdoor furniture. The property also features an on-site paddleboard/kayak launch to Lake Wastena.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Cozy Cottage - Close to Everything, Nature Lovers Dream!

  • Fully remodeled and furnished in 2022 2BR/2BA early 1900's Florida "Cracker Shack." Surrounded by towering oaks, cypress trees, and an on-property paddleboard/kayak launch leading to Lake Wastena. Private gated entrance with separate parking for guests leads to a recently built wraparound porch equipped with a grill, Edison lights and outdoor furniture. Fully furnished kitchen, living room, and bedrooms. Fenced yard for pets and three friendly horses on property that LOVE treats, fenced separately.

    If you're in town for an event at The Barn at Crescent Lake/McMicky's Farm, it's a 5 minute walk or a quick drive right down our street as they're roughly 5-properties down from us. Our neighborhood is very quiet with most homes on several acres and beyond friendly neighbors.

    This home offers a quiet "Country" feel while being close to nearly everything. SR54 is right down the road with new restaurants, shops, and entertainment opening daily. We're roughly 20 minutes from Tampa International Airport and 25-30 minutes to the beaches in Tarpon Springs, Palm Harbor, and Dunedin.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Located in Odessa, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Lane Glo Bowling and West Pasco Chamber of Commerce are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Citrus Park and Oldsmar Flea Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Natures Boot Camp or Tampa Bay Downs. Visit our Odessa travel guide
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Odessa, FL

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    33 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wawa
    7 min drive
  • Texas Roadhouse
    5 min drive
  • Huey Magoo's
    5 min drive
  • Mandola’s Italian Kitchen
    8 min drive
  • World Of Beer
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage - Close to Everything, Nature Lovers Dream! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cozy Cottage - Close to Everything, Nature Lovers Dream!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage - Close to Everything, Nature Lovers Dream!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage - Close to Everything, Nature Lovers Dream!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cottage - Close to Everything, Nature Lovers Dream! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Crescent Lake and Old McMicky's Farm. Brooker Creek Headwaters Nature Preserve and Keystone Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Cozy Cottage - Close to Everything, Nature Lovers Dream! Reviews

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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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful. Loved saying hi to the horses every day. Clean cute spot to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

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

Great stay!

The property was clean and located near where we needed to be. The horses were adorable. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly D.

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

Great get away

The little touches made this stay great perfect for people traveling with a dog very dog friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Farm Cottage Stay

This was our 2nd stay at the cottage. It is a wonderful small private cottage. Our pups love it here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A truly peaceful place, perfect for a family with a pet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

A perfect spot!

We absolutely loved our weekend here! Such a great spot for my family, especially for our kids. The horses were amazing and the amenities were just what we needed. A must stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Peggy L.

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

Very peaceful!

The house was adorable, beds are comfy and the horses are such sweethearts! My only issue was the canal, it was just too murky and the kids nor my dogs didn't want anything to do with it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

A Cute and Cozy Place to Stay--at a good price and idyllic location

My in-laws from Poland enjoyed their nine-day stay here, and the glimpse it offered them of "old" Florida--with a swamp filled with cypress, a pasture with several oaks, three awesome horses, and access to a lake behind the property. The home was clean and a nice place for us to gather each day after exploring the Tampa Bay area.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donald paul m.

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

The Horse House

We love this little getaway! The three horses have so much personality and are so friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DIANE R.

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

Beautiful spot

Loved the fresh eggs and the country feel. Our friends kids enjoyed feeding the horses.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Perfect and peaceful

This property was a quiet peaceful place. The two horses Mango and Bumble Bee were SUPER FRIENDLY and love the attention. Dave and Lindsey were amazing host. Communication, and hospitality was 10/10. Overall great stay 5/5.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

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

Beautiful Country Home

My daughter loved the house and loves feeding the horses. This place is peaceful and very relaxing stay the host are very considerate and welcoming. It’s private and my family felt safe the whole entire time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Another amazing, relaxing visit

2nd time staying and it was a good as the first. Quiet, comfortable - far enough away from the hustle and bustle, yet close enough to everything. The hosts (as always) ensure you have what you need to make the most of your visit. Missed the horses this time, so guess we'll just have to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony V.

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

Cozy comfortable and perfect

We had a wonderful stay. The fresh eggs were a wonderful surprise!!! The horses were fun. I had to work and my parents stayed at the home. Plenty to cook meals and grill out Perfect stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wonderful property!

The home is beautiful, very clean and comfortable. The horses on property are sweet and they do love their carrots! Definitely plan to return again. Thank you Catherine
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CINDY M.

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

Terrific Overnight Stay!

What a lovely property! Cute as Christmas Cottage! Clean and comfortable. Of course my favorite part was feeding the horses snacks that were provided. Wish we were staying longer. We were visiting Tarpon Springs. It was about 25 minutes away but worth the drive!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent F.

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

peacefu

Very clean peaceful property. Owner maid check in very easy. Would definitely go back again. We came in for a Tampa Bay Buccaneers game for a weekend stay. Property is very close to everything you would want. Plenty of good food, downtown Tampa isn't far.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon G.

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

Comfortable home-away-from-home

We enjoyed a wonderful experience in this cozy cottage. The home had everything we needed and wanted - quiet, relaxing, great amenities (thanks for the eggs!), and close to Tarpon Springs while still feeling remote. The fenced-in yard, with neighboring and friendly horses, was perfect for our dog. We appreciated the electronic gate. Thank Dave ~ we look forward to a future visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Wedding weekend

We had an amazing time, and wish we could have stayed longer. My husband and i got married right down the road at the barn at crescent lake, and this was the PERFECT location. The horses were super nice, the beds were comfy, and the house just gave off a very cozy feel. There was a slight issue with the water, but Dave worked non stop to come up with a solution as soon as we brought it to his attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Great home base for a wedding at The Barn at Crescent Lake

My family stayed here for a wedding. We just needed a place to crash and be able to cook our own meals and this by far exceeded expectations! We arrived to farm fresh eggs and even wine from the owners. In the morning we met the horses and fed them the carrots that were in the fridge. We had enough space to host dinner for other out of town family, which was a great way to relax and catch up with everyone. Everything was clean and comfy. Such a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA L.

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

Weekend stay

When we arrived at the property we were greeted by the owners, and their precious son along with a beautiful horse and mini horse. They left us fresh eggs from their chickens, and carrots to feed to horses. The inside of the home was immaculate, the decor was beautiful, very comfy feel and they had everything u may need to make your stay easy. Our furbabies enjoyed the fenced in yard as well. Very safe area in a country setting. We loved it. Absolutely recommend this place to anyone and we will be back for our next trip. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Very nice place

Very clean and quiet and a great location. Short drive to Tampa riverwalk,Tarpon Springs and Honeymoon Island.There are nature preserves nearby if you're into hiking. The three horses are very friendly and will expect a treat if they see you outside. The only negative was a sulfur odor when showering so maybe the well needs a new filter? Not a big deal but some people may be sensitive to it.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janel N.

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

Nature's paradise

We chose this little hideaway for solitude, it did not disappoint! We hosted a 4 day training in Trinity and needed the evenings to debrief and unwind after each long day. It was absolute peace. Each evening we were greeted by the beautiful and friendly horses at the gate. The hosts made sure we had some snacks to feed them, and we had farm fresh eggs waiting for us inside! The house was super cozy and clean, tucked away on land away from the hustle and bustle of the city, yet close to plenty amenities for food and shopping if needed. We appreciated that it was dog friendly. Next time we visit we will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

So peaceful and quiet

Definitely a nature-lover's dream - out away from the fray, yet close enough to some wonderful places to grab a bite. Super quiet (ok, cicadas excepted) and very comfortable. And the horses were so much fun! They definitely will not say no to a carrot or horsie treat. The high point for us was hearing a high-pitched whinny and watching the large draft horse (Luke) gallop across the field to indulge in carrots and pets. Dave is very communicative and ensured our stay was optimal and that we had everything we needed. Greatly appreciated. And the farm-fresh eggs made for tasty breakfast during our time in Florida. Highly recommend (ok, maybe not tooooooo highly because we might want to book here again and can't if everyone else books).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this house so much! It was our 3rd stay! The home, the outside and the horses are just beautiful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026