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Family-friendly stay near Tampa Bay

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, MacDill Air Force Base
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Tampa
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Tampa Riverwalk
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tampa

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Port Tampa City vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Tampa Bay and MacDill Air Force Base. Picnic Island Park and Picnic Island Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • MacDill Air Force Base - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Tampa Convention Center - 12 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Port of Tampa - 14 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 14 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Raymond James Stadium - 17 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 17 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt Shack On The Bay - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hula Bay Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Slice - ‬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.

The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house

A 20 min drive from the Tampa international airport this is our quaint newly renovated vacation home, in South Tampa. A 20 minute drive from Tropicana Fields and the Amalie Arena, in addition to the Tampa Zoo and aquarium. Honestly it’s a great location to get to almost anything fun in the Tampa area! And if you want to just stay in we set up a backyard oasis with a pool/hot tub spa combo surrounded by a cozy shaded relaxing patio. Paradise is right around the corner in our Great Escape!
***As out guest, we believe in transparency and your right to privacy. We must disclose our surveillance system does secure the perimeter of the property. Every vantage point has a camera, strictly for security reasons, we always disable the back camera during our guests stay***

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • 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
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please treat our house as if it were your own.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Due to allergies

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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. 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 each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
3 BR 2 BA Entire House
The Great Escape 3BR 2B
The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire House Tampa
The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire House Private vacation home
The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire House Private vacation home Tampa

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi (9-min drive) from Picnic Island Beach and 9.7 mi (17-min drive) from Ben T. Davis Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house to downtown Tampa?

This vacation home is 6.9 mi away from Tampa.

The Great Escape 3BR 2B Entire house Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Graeme B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was hands down one of the best VRBO experiences I have ever had. I cannot say enough about what an amazing stay this was!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay! The beds were SUPER comfortable, which is odd for most rentals. The house had a lot of special touches and things that made our stay even easier than excepted. The hot tub area was a little dirty but the hot tub after being a tourist all day was perfect for relaxing our sore feet and backs. The location was good for the places we visited.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh R., Mobile, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very spacious and well laid out. Everything was so clean, which is really important to us. It had all that we needed! The pool was wonderful! We had a very good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Jack C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A pleasure to stay at a home maintained at such a level of care and attention to the interior design and comfort of guest
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve m.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was perfect! Very clean, well maintained, easy check-in process and the hosts were great. The best part was the very large jacuzzi in the back screened in porch. We plan to keep this place on the list of places to stay next time we are in Tampa.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thiago S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful beach getaway home with all the right touches. Communication was excellent with the owners and they were so nice throughout the whole process. The backyard is definitely the highlight, amazing hot tub and lounging area perfect for the end of the night or to start the day!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! They really thought of everything. Beach chairs, umbrella and toys appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place that met all of our needs! We came to town to move our daughter into u if Tampa - great location from airport to city and everything in between. Neighborhood itself is dated and is the nicest house on the street - but in general felt safe and would return.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable home with lots of appointments to make the stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great place to stay. Easy check in process and very clean place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syrita F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can’t wait to return!

Great property to stay at!!! Well maintained and very clean. Check in process and check out instructions very easy to follow. Great and easy communication with both owners and property manager. In communication with owners, they respond in a very timely fashion which is appreciated when you are not from the area and have questions. The rooms were well maintained and felt like “home”. Various amenities available in case you may forget something during your stay. Backyard hot tub was wonderful and very inviting after a long day! The small details that the owners/property manager put into the property is noticed and very much appreciated. Property is nearby restaurants, super Walmart, and supermarkets but car is necessary to get to it easily. Thank you for making our stay welcoming, comfortable and home away from home. 100 percent we would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

The home was just as advertised, spotless and centrally located to everywhere we needed to go! It was perfect for our family of five. Clearwater beach was about a 45 minute ride with traffic. The access to beach toys and chairs was a plus. Beautiful screened in patio with hot tub. The public pool being 5 mins away was a plus as well. We would definitely stay here again if we visit Tampa again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time at the concert and a great time at the house the day after. House is very nice well-kept and updated. We definitely would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Great Escape was everything we were looking for!

This cute little house was so adorable, decorated so pretty. It was clean & cozy plus excellent location to all fun things in Tampa and the surrounding areas. Tampa zoo, Florida aquarium, Busch Gardens. Legoland was a little over an hour away. which wasn’t bad at all. Clearwater beach within 40 minutes….we couldn’t have been more pleased with choosing this property. Super quiet neighborhood. Beds were cozy. Owners and host is very attentive and quick to respond. We had a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

House was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Beautiful home that is well taken care of. The owners have done a great job of making the place a home away from home. Very clean and comfortable. The check-in process was a breeze, even accommodating us for a last minute extra night. The location is super convenient for city exploration. Can't wait for our next stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

This house was perfect. Had everything you would need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., Norfolk, Nebraska

Liked: Cleanliness

First time to Tampa

We had a fantastic time enjoying the lovely city of Tampa.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing getaway

We had a great time. The property was beautiful and clean and we would definitely recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian F., Branford CT USA

Liked: Cleanliness

The best yet

My wife and I have used rentals from various platforms for years. A few have stood above the rest. Our stay here at Michael and Paige's beautiful bungalow lands at the top!Everything was perfect. Beautiful house, beautiful decorating, everything you would want – including things that you might have forgotten to pack.What a joy to sit for morning coffee or evening drinks in the screened back porch. Connect your phone to the speakers and soak in the hot tub. Wonderful!The beds were comfortable, having a washer and dryer was great! If you are going to Tampa for any reason, I would highly, highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Rental

We were there for a month and it is a clean,well equipped and furnished house that made you feel like you were home. Furniture is very comfortable. The property managers are excellent to deal with on any issues that may come up. We are planning on a return visit.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing find

This is a wonderful home, they have provided any and everything you could possibly want or need. The enclosed backyard with the spa pool is a great place to sit in the morning and drink your coffee or relax in the pool after a day of sightseeing. Chelsea was wonderful checking in with us when we arrived and available anytime we had questions. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Escape

Three of us stayed for one week in February. The home was immaculate. We enjoyed the swim spa after long days of shopping and the beach. Everything down to the plush blankets and French press was impressive. It was a pleasure having things like beach towels, bags, coolers, chairs…available to use during outings. If your looking for a fantastic place to stay in Port Tampa City check out The Great Escape.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

caretaker

Liked: Cleanliness

I love it

I just want to say this was the most sweetest and calm place I've ever been good vibes across the way like I felt like I was in a dream
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away From Home

From the time we arrived until the end of our stay we were constantly surprised by the attention to detail and concern for our comfort. Nothing could have been improved upon, and we appreciated the thoughtful gestures of an arrival gift, warm cuddly bathrobes and the very well equipped kitchen.A five Star experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025