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Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block!

Vacation home near ZooTampa at Lowry Park in Tampa

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Interior
Interior
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Smart TV
Dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81656 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, ZooTampa at Lowry Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Raymond James Stadium
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

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Heart of Tampa.Your stay at this Lowry Park Central vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of ZooTampa at Lowry Park and AdventHealth Carrollwood. Raymond James Stadium and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 12 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Raymond James Stadium - 13 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 16 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Port of Tampa - 20 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 13 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Lowry Parcade & Tavern - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Steel Horse Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪C. 1949 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Perrada Colombiana - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block!

About this space
Welcome to Central Perk—your stylish Tampa retreat!

Just 1 block from the Zoo, 1 mile to Seminole Heights’ best restaurants & breweries, and 10 minutes to Busch Gardens.

Relax in the heated screened pool, sway in the hammock, or fire up the grill.

Newly furnished with a West Elm sectional, vaulted ceilings, and lush backyard vibes. Perfect for families & groups!

LARGE GROUPS-check out our other properties nearby within 1-3 blocks!

Managed by: FlipMyBnB Vacation Homes

“Could this home BE any more perfect?” : )

This 3BR/2BA retreat features:

Vaulted ceilings & modern design

Heated screened pool + hammock lounge

Smart TVs in living room & ALL Bedrooms

Crib In Downstairs Bedroom

Fully stocked kitchen + dining area

Fresh furnishings, hotel-grade linens & fast WiFi

Sleeping Arrangements:

Upstairs Master: 1 King + 1 Queen w/ ensuite bath

Downstairs Pool View Room: 1 Queen + high-end twin folding bed + Crib

Downstairs Rear Bedroom: 1 Queen

Sectional sofa also works for extra sleeping.

The home does have a wood burning fireplace, for decorative purposes only! We do not allow guests to have any open flames in the home. We have not had the chimney inspected so we ask that you respect the no fire in the fireplace rule!


For Large groups- We have another pool home on the same street within 1 block VRBO Listing #2443034 and another about 4 blocks away in the same neighborhood.- VRBO Listing #2374530
Property Managed By: FlipMyBnB Vacation Homes

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

Most questions can be answered by checking our online WELCOME GUIDE. The link to the WELCOME GUIDE will be sent with your booking confirmation.

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 transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking indoors

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Casino nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,656 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
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

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.
THIS IS A SMOKE FREE PROPERTY. NO SMOKING IN ANY FORM INSIDE OR ANYWHERE ON PROPERTY. YOU MAY SMOKE AT THE CURB.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: parents and adults must supervise children

Events

No events allowed
No Parties, gatherings etc

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking indoors

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Parties, gatherings etc
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: No Parties, gatherings etc For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Charming Magnolia Pool Home staycation Central!
Charming Magnolia HEATED Pool Home-Staycation Central! Tampa

Frequently asked questions

How close is Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block! to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.6 mi (18-min drive) away from the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block! to the beach?

This vacation home is 9.5 mi (14-min drive) from Ben T. Davis Beach and 15.7 mi (29-min drive) from Picnic Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa (13-min drive) and Tampa Bay Downs (22-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block! to downtown Tampa?

This vacation home is 4.9 mi away from Tampa.

Central Perk Retreat Heated Pool + Zoo 1 Block! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, location
House was clean check was a bit extreme. I kind felt like they were taking down to me
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location
Mirrors, and heat to the pool, more towels, and outlets that work.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a great location and very quiet neighborhood. I really enjoyed our stay there. We also had a family pass during the stay so it helped that the place was homie and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleased with our stay. Everything went as smooth as could be
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky E.

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

Wonderful stay

A charming house. We felt safe in the neighborhood and fence made it feel secluded.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaDerrica H.

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

Enjoyed our stay

It was perfect it was everything the picture showed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole M.

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

Lovely visit

We came in town to visit kids at USF It was a great house with a great layout. It was a perfect place to spend time together. So much better than a hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marc R.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Very conflicted about this rental. Location was great for getting places but the neighborhood is old with a rundown look and feel. The accommodations were nice but did need some tender loving care. The pool was nice but very small, and not as clean as it could be. The yard is fenced in, again nice, but not kept up. The kitchen was well stocked. I appreciated how most bedrooms had 2 beds, 1 with a harder mattress and 1 with a softer mattress. Plenty of pillows to pick from. Nice appliances. Front door is kind of wonky. Communication was good. I feel the AC would have a hard time keeping up if temps got above 85. Overall we enjoyed our stay and accommodation but felt like it was slightly overpriced.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Great Getaway

Everything about the home was perfect. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place to stay

Very nice place to stay. Neighborhood so/so but no worries at all Lots of space, great accommodations, nice back yard Owners very informative and very accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Nicely decorated, comfortable home.

House was very nicely decorated and the pictures online were spot on. Everything we needed, was there. Spacious rooms, very nice pool and great to have the washer and dryer. Super easy to get to from the airport. For a populated residential neighborhood, it was very quiet. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jon c.

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

Close to everything

Great spot. Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy H.

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

In town for a concert

Very short but nice trip to Tampa. House was as described and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was just as depicted in the pictures, it truly exceeded all my expectations! The pool was clean and perfect and the rooms were nice and beds were comfortable. You have all the necessary comforts of home , from the kitchen to the bathrooms and laundry area! Laney was available for any questions and made sure we had everything!! Thank you again !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan M.

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

Exactly what we needed!!

Quiet, spacious, privacy, and will definitely book again if we’re in Florida! This Texan approves this booking!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R.

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

Family Friendly Home

We booked this home last minute, as our other rental canceled. Booking on short notice was a stress free experience. The home is as pictured and we loved playing in the pool. Perfectly located between Raymond James Stadium and Busch Gardens.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dixie D.

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

Very cozy

All amenities were awesome! Hosts really thought of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Great Place to Stay

This place was great. My first experience with VRBO and it didn’t disappoint. The host had a sweet binder with a lot of great things to do. It was well stocked with things we would need. The decor was very tastefully done. Beds were comfortable as well. We really enjoyed the pool. We also enjoyed the convenience of the zoo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy E.

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

Would stay here again.

Decorated well. Master on second level, however it was separated pretty well with a king bed and a queen bed. It was perfect for a small family traveling with other guests downstairs. The pool was nice, good space. Inside space was very cozy. It was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Nice House Questionable Neighborhood

The house was nice and clean. The property managers were good to work with. The pool area is small but perfect for a few people. The neighborhood is very questionable. If you decide to stay check out Bo’s ice cream shop!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celeste P.

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

vaca

Property manager was very nice in working with the amount of people in our party and my request. responding to me pretty quick when ever I had a question I had prior to our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is neat, clean and free of debris. Only concerns were an allergen upstairs that caused a severe allergy attack. This could have been the cleaning supplies used. However, it was not a problem downstairs. And it takes forever to get hot water upstairs. The weather was cooler than normal and we could not turn up the air-conditioner set for 70 degrees. Fortunately there are additional blankets available.The linens are very nice and the beds are very comfortable!Fully stocked kitchen was so convenient!The pool is as described. We were able to enjoy it between rain showers. We will definitely consider this location for our next trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Misleading

When we got to the house we thought we were in the wrong neighborhood; the house doesn't look not even close as neat an the one in the listing, the picture of the pool was taken in a way it looks longer than what it is. Found 2 large live rouches the night we got there. "HGTV dream home" MISLEADING, amateur finishes at best. Contacted them after we left just to let them know what we found for their information only, I wasn't going to leave a review to what they reacted in a not so nice way and even telling me the bugs were there because we left dirty dishes when we actually found them the night we got there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin M.

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

Great little home

We stayed over spring break, first week of April 2024. House was as expected from the online pictures and it suited our needs. Pros: This house was great for our family of 4 and three additional guests. The upstairs loft has a king and queen bed with a full bath. We had four girls upstairs and the boys stayed downstairs. Beds were comfortable enough, plenty of blankets and pillows. Bedding was clean, the house was mostly clean. Kitchen had necessary items and starter supplies. Nice basket of comfort items was also provided. Clear instructions for everything was easy to refer to. Cons: There isn't really a "hot tub" - it is a separate section that flows into the main pool. The whole pool is kept at the same temperature. This was disappointing since I specifically was looking forward to a hot tub. Kids enjoyed the pool though. The neighborhood was okay...I didn't feel unsafe but we weren't about to take a walk either. Towels provided were good enough, one per person so we had to launder a few times throughout the week. Nicer towels and more of them would be nice. Overall good experience. This was much better than staying in a hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Marie C.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

The calm before the storm

First, we had a wait an hour outside because the code was incorrect. Easy mistake which is understandable. When we got in, the place was nicely decorated versus what the pictures online portrayed. Had a lovely time with my husband, kids, and my nieces and nephews. On the last day of our trip, when it was time to check out, it is common courtesy that as a mother, you clean up after yourself and the kids. Coming from upstairs, a woman barged through the front door shouting “You people feel like you are so entitled. Get the f—out. You are trespassing on this property and I’m going to call the cops.” My daughter and I were stunned as this woman continued to curse at us and not allow us to get in any words. We were distraught and frightened by this woman’s language and demeanor. Thankfully, the younger kids were already situated in the car. I would never, ever recommend this location to anyone ever again. It is not family friendly. She claimed that we were wasting her money by sabotaging the clean up crews time. Mind you, the house wasn’t even that clean. From the cobwebs, to the roaches, moldy bathroom, stained bedsheets, and the dead flowers that needed replacing. The management at this property was simply unacceptable and no one should ever be spoken to in that manner. Ever. As a caring mother and human being, I’m still shaken up by the entire experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022