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Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Smart TV, video library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lutz, FL
  • Avila Golf and Country Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • TPC of Tampa Bay
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the area

Lutz

At this holiday home you'll be 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from Avila Golf and Country Club and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from St. Joseph's Hospital - North. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 2 bathrooms and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a living room and a Smart TV are also available. .Enjoy the water park and outdoor swimming pool. Plus you'll find a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Lake Magdalene holiday home include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center.

What's nearby

  • H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 10 min drive
  • University of South Florida - 11 min drive
  • Yuengling Center - 13 min drive
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 14 min drive
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lutz Petroleum - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets

The Convention center and Downtown is 20 minutes (13 miles) away, Bush Gardens, Moffitt and USF are 6 - 7 miles away. One of Dr Beach's top beaches is 25 miles away, and you can reach Disney or the Space Coast within a short drive. The airport is about 20 minutes down the veterans....

Our Lutz Cottage has four bedrooms, two bathrooms and sleeps eight in about two thousand square feet. It has a pool with a screened lanai with grill and covered sitting area -- so the mosquitoes will not carry you away as you enjoy the great Florida climate.

If you are the out-doors-y type, this is where you would sip your wine. If you are Canadian, this is where you would swim in the dead of winter while Floridians would not dip a toe in the water for six months!

Within walking distance is our Tampa Cottage, a four bedroom, two bath home that sleeps seven which large groups can rent too:
VRBO Listing #732919

And next door, our Tampa Bungalow, a four bedroom, two bath home that sleeps six:
VRBO Listing #841872

So if you have twelve golfing friends who each want their own bedroom, we have three houses that fit the bill!

The cottage has groceries and shopping close by in several directions. Dale Mabry highway with more shops than an Indian bazaar is only two miles East as is the Veterans Expressway. Three miles South West is I-275, a quick jump to Downtown, Busch Gardens, USF, St Pete and Clearwater.

Our Lutz Cottage has two king size beds and four twin beds in four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

You will love the master bathroom with its whirlpool tub, glass shower and his and her sinks.

Your guests can slum it in the spare bathroom while you enjoy the bubbles in the the jet tub. Now, don't turn on the switch to the whirlpool until the water in the tub is three inches over the back jet, or there will be a cleanup on isle nine as the water will shoot clear out of the tub!

You must agree to be smarter than the tub!

Sitting out on the lanai by the pool, you can look out at the large back yard and the trees, and if you want to throw a ball or walk the dog, this would be the place to do it.

When escaping the Florida heat, you can relax inside in the AC, and surf the web on our cottage WiFi, or watch Netflix movies on our 48 inch smart TV.

Out front, there is plenty of parking for your relatives on the driveway.

The cottage is fully equipped, so just bring your clothes and food. We supply paper towels, coffee filters and more. There is a tea kettle and a laundry room with a washer/dryer and ironing board if you stay for a while.

If you are an exercise fanatic, there are very pleasant and quiet streets that are great for walking and if you are a glutton for punishment, jogging. There is a great five mile route that we routinely cycle here too.

We have a custom manual detailing area attractions, beaches, restaurants and information about the house for you when you arrive.

Come and stay at our Lutz Cottage!

Property manager

Ashley and Jonathan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: You may smoke on the lanai.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Please describe each animal you wish to bring.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children must be supervised in the pool area.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets?

The closest beach to Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets is Ben T. Davis Beach (19.4 km).

Does Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets have a pool?

Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets has a pool.

Does Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a private pool and a jetted bath.

Is there a private hot tub at Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets?

No, but there is Jetted Baths and a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets?

No, Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Lutz Cottage - Pool / Beaches / Busch Gardens / Disney / USF / Pets Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike C., White Stone, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Host, Great Property & Great Location
Jonathan was very responsive and his home and pool were immaculately maintained!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Winter Escape
I wish I had planned a longer stay. The place was plenty spacious, and I loved being out on the lanai, still a little too cold for swimming, but quite relaxing and pleasant. Lots of great food and activities all around. Owner was exceptionally helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Lutz
Perfect property for our intergenerational family stay over Christmas. All the amenities of home. Great communication with hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic host and fantastic property!
This property was just fantastic. Very well-maintained clean, and well furnished. We couldn’t ask for more and will definitely return to rent at this property again. The host was just as wonderful as a PROPERTY and could not be more helpful. We highly recommend both!
Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred L., Gainesville, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost Like Home
Our Company Travels a lot & we have stayed in Many VRBO . Jonathan & His wife have several we have used while working in the area . They always make sure Our crew is well taken care of. Its hard to work away from your family so Its great to find an owner who understands and goes above & beyond!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and pool!!!
We enjoyed our stay at the house. Great location and my kids lived in the pool. Jonathan was a wonderful host!
Stayed 79 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Hicksville, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs
Location and premise was outstanding, very nice clean house, more than enough space for us and for the price. Close to everything we needed and privacy deluxe. Jonathan, the owner was very responsive and courteous and we couldn't be happier. Thanks for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House! Great Pool!
Very clean house in a great location. The pool is amazing, along with the outdoor grill space. Kids loved the pool and all of the space to play in the house.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Bonnie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value
This was a good value. Jonathan the property manager was extremely attentive to our needs. It’s an older home and is as pictured.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet neighborhood and roomy house.
Had a good time and house worked out great. Parking for a trailer was good and secure. Outside pool and grill area was great. Wished it was warmer so we could of swam.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruben O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good vacation
Amazing vacations

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
We enjoyed our stay here the host was wonderful and helpful very clean and tidy house adequate amenities. I would definitely recommend this place and the location is off the beaten path but close to everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

4/10 Poor

George M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs Improvement
We stayed not as a vacation but of necessity while our home was under repair. Two issues 1.). The rugs were dirty so my wife rolled them up. The floor was dirty underneath to the point that one had to wear shoes or wash your feet. 2.). The internet connection was slow and weak. The under lying carrier was Spectrum. Their speed is both substandard and as a cable service the node is shared and the lag time long. Additionally the WiFi router is old and slow. As such I was partly able to compensate by adding my own WiFi router. As I was working remotely during the stay that was necessary.
Stayed 18 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Ball Ground

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Property owner was very friendly and most concerned that our stay was perfect.
Stayed 69 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Decor is a little outdated but condo is clean and was perfect for our weekend of golf!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter Y., Nashville, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay over Christmas
Everything was fantastic. Jonathan was an amazing host who communicated incredibly well. Location makes it easy to get to just about anything in the Bay area. Hope to book again.

10/10 Excellent

leslie w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the Lutz Cottage
This is the second year we have stayed at the Lutz Cottage. It is perfectly located to get anywhere in the Tampa area. There is plenty of space and the outdoor pool area is lovely. Jonathon is great at communicating with us and answering any questions. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dena A., Chester, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed.
This was a fantastic property! There was plenty of room everywhere. We had a wonderful time in the pool and using the outdoor grill. The kitchen was very spacious. All the beds and seating areas were comfortable. There were plenty of plush towels. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cora F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Helpful
During our stay we had an electrical issue. The owner was very very helpful and very prompt. The issue was quickly resolved. The home was lovely and in a nice location. Perfect fit for our family.

8/10 Good

Jean K., Columbia, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Roomy for a large family
This house was clean and comfy. We had a family of 4 adults and 4 teenagers and this was the only house in the area with 4 twin beds. Owner was very responsive. Would rent here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
Excellent accommodations. Pool was awesome (watch the wet tile). We will be staying again. Loved it😊

10/10 Excellent

ashley s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed
My bridal party and I stayed here and it was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sigurdur K., Reykjavik, Iceland

Great
Very nice
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Y.

Great stay!
Close proximity to Tampa and all the attractions. Pool was nice to come back to after a long day. Kitchen is well equipped. Owner is super easy to communicate with.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Lutz cottage
We enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect for our family and as advertised. It was centrally located and we enjoyed several of the beaches. We would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019