[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serenity Now, Affordable Waterfront Oasis Waterfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498400/33498373/205c60cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498400/33498373/03c17022.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498400/33498373/40027b6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498400/33498373/4d6d4205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498400/33498373/fc34ad87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Watch the sunset over Tampa Bay in this beautiful Apollo Beach paradise home, where you can relax by the pool or bring your boat to tie up at the floating dock. Enjoy fishing from the dock or exploring nearby kayak and canoe trails just minutes away. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 42000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Serenity Now, Affordable Waterfront Oasis SUMMARY: Florida privacy at its best on main San Juan salt water canal in Apollo Beach with < 10 min boat ride to Tampa Bay! Watch the birds, dolphins, manatees, and fish jumping while relaxing in the pool at this beautiful paradise home. Bring your boat (tie to the floating dock) or fish from the dock. Property situated in a great flats fishing location. Apollo Beach/Natural Preserve location offers the most beautiful view of the sunsets in Tampa Bay. <60 min drive to many great Florida beaches. BOOKING/PRICING (varies as follows based on number of guest and bedroom/bath access): Poperty Booking/Nightly rates- To make our property more affordable for just 2 guests our pricing is as follows: \- $249/night base price booking includes no more than two guests (preferred). \- additional $50/night ($299/night) booking includes no more than 3-4 guests with providing bedding for sofa bed. PLEASE do not expect to disregard this policy and show up with more guests than booked or allowed (maximum 4) or with small children (< 13 yrs of age) as we do monitor incoming and outgoing traffic. Failure to follow these occupancy rules will result in immediate booking cancellation per cancellation policy NOTE: Months of January through March for 2022 are only available for long term 2-3 month Snowbird rental. Please inquire with your request prior booking. THE SPACE: Beautiful private view of the water with lots of bird and marine wildlife with great fishing off the dock or in the local flats via boat/kayak/canoe. Quick boat/kayak/canoe access to Tampa Bay and beautiful kayak/canoe mangrove trails < 5 minutes from dropping in a our dock. Located on a quite private cul de sac with awesome friendly neighbors. AREA OVERVIEW: Apollo Beach is a very friendly waterfront community. Circles restaurant has live music Thursday through Sunday. Apollo Beach Park/Natural Preserve has free parking and is open from dusk to dawn (Tampa Bays most beautiful sunsets). Beaches: We will provide all the beach gear (beach towels, beach chairs, beach umbrella, and cooler) you need for visits to the many local beaches: Apollo Beach/Nature Preserve only 2 miles away (< 5 min. drive or < 30 min. walk) Little Harbor Resort Beach only 8.7 miles away (< 15 min. drive) Anna Maria Island/Beach only 34 miles away (< 45 min. drive) Treasure Island only 43 miles and St Pete Beach only 39 miles away (< 50 min. drive) Clear Water Beach only 41 miles away (50 min drive) Siesta Key only 53 miles away (< 1 hr drive) Local Tourist Attractions: Manatee Viewing Center only 2 miles away Downtown Tampa 20-25 minutes away (Riverwalk, Florida Aquarium, Zoo, Straz Performing Arts Center, Amelie Arena, and historic Ybor City is close by (<20 min. drive) The Dali Museum only 39 miles away (45 Fort Desota Park, Museum, Beach only 41 miles away (45 min. drive) Ringling Museum only 36 miles away (45 min. drive) Walt Disney World Resorts only 77 miles away (1 hr 20 min. drive) Universal Studios only 88 miles away (1 hr 40 min. drive) Other local attractions: Downtown St. Petersburg, Sunken Gardens, Wikki Watchee Springs Water Park, Dinosaur World, Lego Land, Rainbow River State Park, Sea World, Ruskin Drive-In Theater, Local boat rentals, and many golf courses as well as a Top Golf located close by in Brandon FL. Pet Fee: small dogs only (ideally < 30 lbs). $175 per pet (no more then one dog). This money is paid on agreement to our cleaning service. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking, $250 fee will be applied if occurs ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a zoo - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Heated pool - Kayak - Table tennis ### 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27116500/27116478/31ebbff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apollo Beach Retreat Pet-Friendly 3BR w/ Private Heated Pool, Preserve & Beaches Apollo Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 8.6 Excellent 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=27116478&PinnedHotelID=27116478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28250000/28240400/28240380/a4f618cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Live the Waterfront Dream: Pool, Dock, Kayaks & Paddleboards Await! 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Must confirm. Failure to follow these rules will result is forfeiting security deposit. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Small dogs (30 lbs or less) only, no cats, $75 fee ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children Note from host: Home is not suitable for children less than 13 yrs ### Events No events allowed No parties. If occurs guests will be removed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking, $250 fee will be applied if occurs ## 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. If occurs guests will be removed 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 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Serenity Now, Affordable Waterfront Oasis Apollo Beach Serenity Now, Affordable Waterfront Oasis Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Apollo Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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 Tampa Riverwalk and Westfield Brandon. Check out an event or a game at Benchmark International Arena, and consider making time for Florida Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. [Visit our Apollo Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Apollo-Beach.dx6399) [View more Vacation homes in Tampa](https://www.expedia.ca/Tampa-Private-Vacation-Homes.d602996-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.77801%2C-82.40668&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zkUZRyCSAHb3EuaEVlxJV1su594=) Apollo Beach, FL ### What's nearby - Tampa Bay - 3 min drive - 2.4 km - Manatee Viewing Center - 5 min drive - 2.7 km - Tampa Riverwalk - 25 min drive - 29.2 km - Port of Tampa - 26 min drive - 29.9 km - MacDill Air Force Base - 38 min drive - 45.5 km ### Getting around - Tampa Union Station - 35 min drive - Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 42 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Planet Smoothie - ‬3 min drive - ‪Finn’s Dockside Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Tijuana Flats - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Serenity Now, Affordable Waterfront Oasis have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Serenity Now, Affordable Waterfront Oasis pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Serenity Now, Affordable Waterfront Oasis? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Serenity Now, Affordable Waterfront Oasis? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Serenity Now, Affordable Waterfront Oasis located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Apollo Beach Dog Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Tampa Bay. Manatee Viewing Center is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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