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Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views!

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and outdoor pool

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Interior
Smart TV
Interior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8112 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, ZooTampa at Lowry Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Tampa
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Tampa

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Tampa awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of ZooTampa at Lowry Park and 4 km (2.5 mi) from AdventHealth Carrollwood. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 2 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a fenced private garden and a Smart TV are also available. .Enjoy the water park and outdoor swimming pool. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Lowry Park Central holiday home include Raymond James Stadium and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
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What's nearby

  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 10 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Port of Tampa - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 15 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 15 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bamboozle Heights - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lowry Parcade & Tavern - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Heights Pizza - ‬3 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.

Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views!

About this space
Welcome to Zen at ZooTampa — your private oasis in the city!

This 3BR/2BA retreat features a heated pool, spacious screened lanai, and stylish interiors for ultimate relaxation.

Just steps from ZooTampa, minutes to Downtown, Seminole Heights, Armature Works, and Raymond James Stadium. Perfect for families or friends seeking a central spot with resort-style vibes.

We have 2 other pool homes within 2 blocks for large groups that want to be close by!

Managed by: FlipMyBnB Vacation Homes

The space
This home has it all! Recently renovated, we have created a beautifully thoughtfully decorated space for you and your guests!
3 bedrooms all with real beds, there is also a daybed/sofa for additional sleeping in the living area.

Smart Tv's are located in the Living room and ALL bedrooms.

The kitchen has been fully equipped for you to whip up a quick bit or a holiday feast!
The pool is screened and HEATED year round! The outdoor space is huge! We have added a large sectional outdoor sofa as well as a gas grill and dining space!

Come one, come all and retreat, relax and get your zen on!

This home combines modern comfort with Zen-inspired touches.

🛏 Bedding Configuration

1 King – Master Bedroom

1 Queen – Guest Bedroom

2 Twins – Guest Bedroom

1 Twin Day bed plus Memory foam folding bed – Living Room

Highlights

Heated pool + screened lanai w/ outdoor dining

Fully stocked kitchen for family meals

TVs in living room + master and queen bedrooms

Stylish, comfortable furnishings

Walkable to ZooTampa + minutes to Downtown

While there is no charge for the pool heat, there are some restrictions. Please see below.


All House Rules are listed in the Vacation Rental Agreement as well as our "Welcome Guide" all rules are strictly enforced. They are common sense items but have the need to spell it all out(mostly since every rule has been born from someone doing something stupid : )

We do have cameras on side front side and rear with cloud recording. While we do not monitor cameras at any time, we will refer to footage in the event of a problem or neighbor complaint

Property Managed By: FlipMyBnB Vacation Homes

COPYRIGHT DISCLOSURE: All content and text in this listing is the intellectual property of FlipMyBnb, Inc. It may not be copied, used or modified in any listing without our written consent. This includes the listing title, description, the space, guest access, House Manual, House Rules, other things to note, Getting around as well as ALL guest communication prior to, during stay and post stay.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • 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
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,201 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 - 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you have used the folding bed or pack n play please leave open upon check out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

-This is a quiet residential area. I expect my guests to respect the neighbors. -No loud guests or disruptive behavior.
See Welcome guide for full list of house rules. ALL rules are strictly enforced.
No Smoking on Property. No production or social media "influencer" shoots without fee and prior consent.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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, a first aid kit 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Zen at ZooTampa! Pool home with Rhinoceros views!
Zen at ZooTampa! HEATED Pool home with Rhinoceros views! Tampa

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views!?

The closest beach to Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views! is Ben T. Davis Beach (12 km).

Does Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views! have a pool?

Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views! has a heated pool and a pool.

Does Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views!?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

Is Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views!?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views!?

No, Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tampa Zen Escape Heated Pool + Family Oasis with Rhinoceros views! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 51 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We've rented a lot of places in Tampa over the years with my daughter swimming down there since she was 9 and now a student at UTampa and this was one of our favorite places yet. Modern amenities, really well stocked kitchen for cooking, comfy bedrooms, updated bathrooms and the pool area was perfect. Plus the neighborhood was great which honestly can be a hit or miss thing in Tampa sometimes. So close to Busch Gardens, easy on/off 275 and plenty options for groceries and food. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay. The house is conveniently located to the zoo, Busch Gardens and many restaurants. The screened in pool made it possible to enjoy the beautiful weather without being bothered by bugs. The bed was a little firm for my liking, but for the most part we were comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great ! House was just what we needed ..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check-in was super easy and intuitive. The communication was efficient and to the point. Love that. We have stayed at numerous renttin the past and this was by far our favorite. It met all of our family needs and was an exceptional value. The AC was a life saver in the Florida heat as was the pool. We enjoyed being able to make a full pot of coffee in the morning as we like to get up early and hit the ground running. The neighborhood was very quiet, yet surrounded by many great places to eat and visit. Close to the zoo and Busch Gardens. I can't imagine what they could have done to make our stay better.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Stay

The house was very clean and bright. We loved the pool and lanai area. The kitchen had everything you could need to prepare meals. Very convenient location to easily reach many attractions and areas and the neighborhood was very quiet. Great communication and details from the property management company, probably the best we've ever experienced. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan B.

Cute home in a quiet neighborhood right next to Zoo Tampa. It was about a 10 minute walk from the front door of the house to the entrance of the zoo which was great for our family. We went every morning to the zoo with the kids to play and see the animals. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed for our family of six to cook breakfast lunch and dinners. The pool was well maintained and a whole bunch of beach towels were provided. The pool deck was a highlight of the property. It’s very private and has enough room for all to sit and relax by the pool or under cover when it rains. The property manager gave very clear instructions for check in and check out and it was very simple and easy for us as guests. One piece of critical feedback I will provide is the electrical recepticals are in need of some maintenance. There was one in the main bedroom that was non functional. One in the dining room was so loose that it could be jostled out of the workbox. And generally things that were plugged in around the house didn’t stay in the outlets because of wear on the contacts. This issue wasn’t a huge problem and overall we had a good stay. We would book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara H., Nickerson

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding stay

We chose this property due to the central location of all things wedding we would be parcipating in while in Tampa and the pool. The house was clean and well stocked. The pool was wonderful and beds comfortable.Communication was great for checking in/out. We would stay at this property again. Communication
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Glad we came back

We had a great time. The property is convenient, well-maintained, and a really nice spot for families. We liked it so much last year, we came back. Everyone enjoyed it and the pool was wonderful. The owner was responsive and we would certainly recommend the property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house! Comfortable beds

There were 6 of us from 9 to 77. Plenty of room for everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our family

The house and pool were great. The location was great for its proximity to what we went to (airport, mosi, aquarium, busch gardens).
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marc M.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Charline K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not in great condition

This house needs a lot of maintenance. The floors were dirty when we arrived. Trim work is battered. And the patio/lanai was in rough shape. Branches and cobwebs everywhere, moss overgrowth around the pool, and the roof was caving in from holding tons of water. We didn’t get to enjoy the outdoor space due to caution tape being wrapped around the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had A Great Stay!

We had a great time! Home was very nice. Perfect for our family of 4. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Zoo Tampa

House was nice and clean. Location was convenient to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael T.

Great Location for Busch Gardens and Zoo

We mostly enjoyed our stay at this property. The location was great, as it is right next door to Zoo Tampa and within 10 minutes to Busch Gardens. Our kids loved the pool and the covered back yard was a great place to spend our evenings. The outlets in the primary bedroom were frustrating as they are loose and not capable of holding a plug to charge devices. The primary bathroom's toilet is quite awkward, but a minor gripe overall. The guest bathroom is quite nice and recently updated. The cleanliness of the property could have been better. Communication with the host was adequate for our needs. Overall an okay place to stay. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice space

The house is nice. The pool is great; the neighborhood is pleasant and being near the zoo is a great perk. We enjoyed our stay. My only complaint is that the check-in process was a mess. The check-in guide says you'll get a door code but we didn't. When we tried to reach VRBO, they couldn't reach the owner so we had a hard time getting in. It was very late when we arrived but not having a back-up plan for how to get in when people may be arriving on a late flight (as we were) was disconcerting and made arrival fairly stressful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and clean

This unit is pretty nice and has been updated. AC kept the house consistent and is nice that it’s central AC instead of noisy standalone units.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S., Panama City, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

We loved how close we were to the zoo. The house itself was tastefully decorated and had everything we needed. The backyard was conveniently fenced so the kids were able to play. The weather turned too cold for us to get in the pool. If it was heated, it wasn’t warm enough for me. Everything about this place however would have me rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa T.

Great find!

We had to find a home quickly due to hurricane idalia while we are on vacation and we were able to scoop up this awesome house. Pictures are exactly what you get. Under the sinks in bathrooms could use cleaning but every thing else was pretty clean. We wished the pool was heated like advertised but the book said not to mess with any pool equipment so we didn’t. Also had to get rental coverage for the time frame we were there which I think should have been optional bc we didn’t damage anything and even cleaned before leaving. Otherwise this house is really awesome cute and the owner is quick to respond !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

This home was great for us and the check in was super simple. It was a great location, the kids loved the pool, also right down the street from ZooTampa hence the name, which was great for the kids. We were close to everything we needed and our other itinerary places were all within 20 mins of the house, aside from Disney which was about and hr and a half. Still not bad. There was a bad storm early on during our stay that knocked out the WI-FI which was terrible for the kids and my husbands work. I reached out but no response from anyone until the day before our departure date. Which was no good for us. Still had no Wi-Fi after. Few fixes on the ceiling and walls are needed, also kept seeing ants on kitchen table and even on our bed. Outside of that it’s a really nice property, with those minor fixes it would be immaculate. I appreciate all the information that was provided and the whole process. Overall we were pleased!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Derek K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Bad rental. Bad bad bad

Too much to list here. We submitted a formal complaint to VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tampa Fun

We had a great stay here with family! We had a great time spending time together and being able to have meals together and swim together most nights! It was also close the Busch Gardens which we went to while there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amberlee K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

This home was perfect. Clean with plenty of space. Pool was perfect to entertain kids in thee evening or between activities. Kitchen had all equipment needed. Ac was perfect in the high temps.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023