[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serene Home By The Pond Vacation home in Tampa with a water park and a fitness center ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112150000/112144300/112144295/63d2753b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112150000/112144300/112144295/3eb56f8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112150000/112144300/112144295/274db862.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112150000/112144300/112144295/7a57093a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112150000/112144300/112144295/8196c7e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A water park, laundry facilities, and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Serene Home By The Pond. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Gym - Washer - Pool - Kitchen ## 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. ### Serene Home By The Pond About this space 2 Bedroom | 2 Bath | Convenient Tampa Location | Near Moffitt, USF & Busch Gardens This 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment offers the perfect mix of comfort, functionality, and location—just minutes from Moffitt Cancer Center, USF, and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Close to dining, shopping, nature parks, and amusement parks, this unit is a great home base whether you're visiting for treatment, campus events, or a relaxing getaway. 🛏️ What You’ll Love Two spacious bedrooms with queen beds, plush linens, and calming decor Two full bathrooms stocked with fresh towels and essentials Bright, open living space with smart TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and all cookware included In-unit washer & dryer and central A/C Free on-site parking for added convenience 📍Close to Everything Moffitt Cancer Center – 9 minutes University of South Florida (USF) – 10 minutes Busch Gardens Tampa Bay – 12 minutes Tampa Premium Outlets – 15 minutes Downtown Tampa & Riverwalk – 20 minutes Tampa International Airport (TPA) – 30 minutes Clearwater & St. Pete Beaches – about 50–60 minutes Whether you're here for medical care, academics, family fun, or simply to explore Tampa, this inviting retreat offers a comfortable and connected place to call home. \-ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING! VIOLATORS WILL BE FINED A 500 REMEDIATION FEE. \-QUIET HOURS - 10 PM - 8 AM \- NO GUESTS OUTSIDE OF RESERVATION ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay ### Things to do - Gym - Water park - Theme park 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 ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/108000000/107992500/107992412/71d8dd08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfy Condo-KING bed-POOL-HOTub-Pet-Wifi-Gym-Gate-by-Tampa Palms-Cory Lake Isles New Tampa - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 8.4 Very good 5 reviews CA $179 CA $504 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=107992412&PinnedHotelID=107992412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111410000/111401800/111401773/527f8b6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet Oak Retreat – Serene 3 BDR Lake Magdalene - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=111401773&PinnedHotelID=111401773&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95450000/95446900/95446843/30be26ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Townhome| Moffitt| Pool| Gym| Fast WiFi| 2B2B University - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews CA $111 CA $338 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=95446843&PinnedHotelID=95446843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118920000/118918100/118918012/ba875230.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming studio Close to Bush Gardens and USF University - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=118918012&PinnedHotelID=118918012&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79450000/79444700/79444682/dcdf3956.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SEMINOLE HEIGHTS - Tampa - Outdoor Patio - Minutes from Downtown Old Seminole Heights - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.4 Very good 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=79444682&PinnedHotelID=79444682&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100786400/100786343/ec8a0195.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Townhome| Moffitt| Pool| Gym| Fast WiFi| 2B2B University - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 13 reviews CA $104 CA $325 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=100786343&PinnedHotelID=100786343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104290000/104288600/104288524/b47e0044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Enjoy a comfortable stay in our clean and accurate listing. 5 min from Busch G. 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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 341211 ## About the area ![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%7C28.07460%2C-82.41664&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BQV82rkTRK9D5W-ElO_OXmABewA=) Tampa, FL #### What's nearby - H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - University of South Florida - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Yuengling Center - 5 min drive - 2.8 km - Adventure Island - 7 min drive - 5.5 km - Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 8 min drive - 6.5 km #### Getting around - Tampa Union Station - 29 min drive - Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive - ‪Mr Dunderbak's - ‬19 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬20 min walk - ‪Ben & Jerry's - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Serene Home By The Pond have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Serene Home By The Pond pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Serene Home By The Pond located? > Located in University, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of AdventHealth Tampa and H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center. University of South Florida is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Serene Home By The Pond Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark M. Mar 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tampa - University of South Florida We were in Tampa for softball at USF. The location was about two miles from the stadium and surrounding entertainment. I townhouse was a described and properly equipment. It was clean and the apartment complex was nice and in a safe location. The bed mattresses were great. I would recommend as a safe and comfortable location. ##### Mark M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Katryna K. Mar 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice, Efficient Stay The property met our needs for a quick stay in the area to find an apartment in Tampa for my daughter. The unit was clean and the space was good. Property has very basic features; no frills; no patio furniture; no restroom downstairs; very quiet ##### Katryna K. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jimmy S. Feb 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location Having appointments at Moffitt and wanting to explore some of Tampa this location was perfect. The neighborhood was quiet and the accommodations were comfortable. ##### Jimmy S. 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