Escape to a coastal retreat at this Apollo Beach vacation rental house, complete with a private screened-in heated pool. Spend quality time in the open-concept living space, then step into the backyard for relaxing moments by the pool or on the shaded patio.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m
Popular amenities
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
Apollo Beach Retreat Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool, Preserve & Beaches
Apollo Beach Retreat – Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool
Relax and unwind at this pet-friendly 3-bedroom, 2-bath Apollo Beach home. With 1,600 sq. ft. of bright living space and a private screened-in heated pool, this family-friendly retreat comfortably sleeps 6 and offers the perfect mix of convenience, comfort, and Florida charm.
The Space
Master Bedroom: King bed with private bath Bedroom 2: Queen bed Bedroom 3: Queen futon with quality mattress + twin bed Open living area with reclining sofa, leather couch, and 75" flat-screen TV Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances + dining space for family meals Private office overlooking the pool – great for remote work or reading nook Sliding glass doors to the screened pool/patio with outdoor seating and pool views
Location Highlights
Apollo Beach Nature Preserve & Bahia Beach (5–10 min) – Small local beaches, nature trails, birdwatching, and Florida's Manatee Viewing Center (seasonal) Major Gulf Coast beaches (30 min) – Easy day trips to Clearwater, St. Pete, and Anna Maria Island Sun City Center Golf Courses (10–15 min) – Multiple public courses for golfers of all levels E.G. Simmons Park & Wolf Branch Preserve – Kayaking, fishing, boating, and family picnics nearby Dining close by – Circles Waterfront Dining (seafood & sunsets), Finn's Dockside (cocktails & live music), and Salty Shamrock (casual Irish fare & entertainment)
Why Guests Love It:
Private screened-in heated pool for year-round swimming Pet-friendly – bring your furry companions along Spacious 3BR, 2BA layout – perfect for families and small groups Close to local beaches, preserves, kayaking, fishing, and dining Golf nearby – Sun City Center courses within minutes Convenient access to Tampa attractions: Florida Aquarium, MOSI, Busch Gardens, Zoo Tampa, Glazer Children's Museum, Hard Rock Casino
A comfortable, well-loved home with everything you need for a relaxing Apollo Beach getaway. Perfect for families, pet owners, or golfers looking for a sunny Florida retreat.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Music library
Smart TV with cable channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Furnished patio
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Basketball nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: need to supervise children around the pool
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
About the area
Apollo Beach is home to this holiday home. Port of Tampa and Cypress Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Channelside Bay Plaza and Westfield Brandon. Manatee Viewing Center and East Bay Raceway Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby. Visit our Apollo Beach travel guide
Does Apollo Beach Retreat Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool, Preserve & Beaches have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Apollo Beach Retreat Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool, Preserve & Beaches pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Apollo Beach Retreat Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool, Preserve & Beaches?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Apollo Beach Retreat Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool, Preserve & Beaches?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Apollo Beach Retreat Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool, Preserve & Beaches?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Apollo Beach Retreat Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool, Preserve & Beaches located?
Situated in Apollo Beach, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Apollo Beach Dog Park and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Tampa Bay. Manatee Viewing Center is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.
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Apollo Beach Retreat Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool, Preserve & Beaches Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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.
Jim was an excellent host. He was responsive to questions and provided answers immediately. House was great. The pool was the best part...swimming in a heated pool in December was great for New Yorkers! Location was great! Would definitely stay here again next year.
House was perfect for what we needed it, everything worked accordingly. Owners are fantastic and super accommodating. Will definitely be staying here again.
We stayed here for a few days before closing on our new house in the same neighborhood. After several days of traveling from CO it was great to stay in a very home-like property with everything we needed. When last minute changes to our closing time became an issue for us, the owner was very accomodating and helpful!
Kristin C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tina W.
15 Apr 2019
Surgery stay
Enjoyed our stay. Nice place to recover from surgery. Hot tub was great. Roomy with great kitchen. Mortor and pestle was a great help! Great location near grocery store and restaurants. Would definitely return and reccomend.
Tina W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
6/10 Okay
Curt M.
25 Mar 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Apollo Beach
House was comfortable. Needs a good cleaning Can walk to grocery stores but no other kind of stores. Host was readily available and very kind
Curt M.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emma Jean P.
16 Jan 2019
Very good.
We were very well satisfied. The property is apparently undergoing some upgrades, but everything we needed was available to us and we were pleased.
Absolutely loved this place! Our family had an awesome vacation. Quiet neighborhood, great pool and hot tub, and treadmill made this house perfect for us. It also has an inversion table. I have one at home, so I had no back issues while we were away. Would definitely go back.
Terry M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jason R.
1 Apr 2019
Jason Raike review
The home owner was very responsive before and during the trip. He answered any questions we had very promptly. Our family really enjoyed the house including the pool and the hot tub. I highly recommend contacting this owner for any future vacations.
Jason R.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rose M.
25 Mar 2019
Older home in need of some updating but overall we enjoyed our stay 3.5/5 stars
Location was great. The property is a little "tired" and could use some updating. The TV was confusing to use but otherwise we enjoyed our stay. Pool and hot tub were very nice even though the weather was cool so did not use the pool as much as I had hoped to. Kitchen was great and BBQ was also easy to use. Side office with printer was very nice so we were able to print our boarding passes. Master bath and bedroom was nice but the other 2 bedrooms and bath needed updating. Would consider returning next year just for the office so I could work remote while hubby is out golfing. Those 2 computer screens were very tempting - when I work I use double screens - and it would be easy to set up a remote office. Near great restaurants and grocery store. Easy location to Tampa and baseball parks.
Not any lights in back area but these blue Christmas lights...theres a ledge about 2 inches in the middle on porch i fell on my back tripped...during the day ..couldn't swim at night it was too dangerous plus no lightning made it all bad ..i fell getting out of the pool n fell just walking back into house ..i did bleed on the sheets ..i did take pictures n if you need them i can submit them ...i felt this house was lived in by owners they had all there kids doll
houses and play stove ...my son sleep on a air mattress.
Thats the mattress on the host bed very uncomfortable...the facts they had so many cameras made us feel watched all the time ...they have lots of small damaged in this house ..holes in doors chipped paint tons of damages with there tiles ..the ac worked ok but not great in back bedroom ...We would have said something about this earlier but our purpose of returning to Florida ..is was our best friends 73 birthday.....
We entered the property and were shocked that anyone would rent a property with mold in the master shower, holes in the walls, kitchen cabinet missing, filthy floors and a note on the counter apologizing for the leaky roof. We stayed about 15 minutes before we decided we could not sleep here. I called the owner and asked for a refund. He called the property clean and habitable.. but it was not. We are veteran private home renters. We have rented many homes in the USA and Canada over a span of 20+ years. We come to Tampa at least once per year. This is the worst prooerty and owner I have ever encountered. We were traveling ... my husband and I both in our 60's with my husbands parents both in their 80's. I have pictures of this horrible property which I will post if I can so you can take a close up look at the moldy shower. If you enlarge the photo you can see that the owner has tried to cover the mold up, but not successfully. We did not stay at this disgusting property.
The house was nice. It needs some renovating here and there but nothing that needs immediate attention. The office space in the master bedroom has a pretty good leak almost directly above the printer, there is a hole beside the outlet on the other side of the master bedroom. The guest bathrooms bathtub has a couple of chips in it. I ended up sleeping in the princess room and I believe I am 5'10" and I had to sleep in the fetal position or my feet would touch the foot board. There is a cabinet missing over there stove which isn't a issue but the wall could be painted. The garage is not part of the deal so you will not be able to park your car inside. The grass could have been mowed before we arrived. The trees by the pool have grown through the screen and have serval dead leaves that need pruned off. The pool area needs brighter lights. The kids basketball goal is pointless because the goal can't stay up. The recliner is only good for having your legs kicked up but it will wear you out if you try to lay back in it. The leg rest for the couch doesn't work. It would be wise if you stay here to get some sort of mosquito repellent to put in the area on the outside of the front door, otherwise do not leave the door opened after coming in or going out as 5 to 10 mosquitos will always greet you.
We enjoyed our stay regardless.
Thank you Jim
The house was as advertised. Clean, well stocked, convenient local. We will happily stay again.
ANGELA M.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Craig C.
5 Mar 2019
This house has everything you need from linens, dishes. cleaning supplies, pots & pans
We spent 3 weeks at this home in Feb 2019. The pool & hot tub was wonderful. Jim (the owner) was very good & gave the guidance needed for the TV, came in the middle of our stay & put fresh chemicals in the pool. The barbecue was not a good one & when I told him about it, his comment was we will replace it immediately. He was totally unaware. Plenty of room, & off the master bedroom was like an office where we could set up our laptops. The beds were comfortable & we were able to sleep very well. We will enjoy the evenings we spent on the patio enjoying the quiet & stillness. Our animals (dog & cat) were very comfortable & it was a joy to have them with us this trip.