[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sprawling river view estate with game room, dock, kayaks, grill, & fishing gear Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99390000/99387800/99387718/cfd309ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99390000/99387800/99387718/c5ab229b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99390000/99387800/99387718/25c61f14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99390000/99387800/99387718/308857d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![7 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99390000/99387800/99387718/1ad81fa9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the shores of Hillsborough River, The Roller Coaster River Retreat offers a tranquil escape with panoramic views from its balcony and deck. When you're not kayaking or fishing, relax in the spacious living room with a Smart TV or enjoy family-style meals in one of multiple dining areas. 2.0 ### Entire home 7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 172803 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Sprawling river view estate with game room, dock, kayaks, grill, & fishing gear The Roller Coaster River Retreat Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Paradise at its finest this seven-bedroom Tampa beauty boasts some of the best panoramic views of the Hillsborough River! When you aren't sitting on the home's balcony or deck, gazing out at unforgettable views, get in the water via your boat or the provided kayaks from the dock. When you aren't gliding across the river via watercraft, cast your line to fish, play a yard game, or fire up the barbecue grill for a sweet summer cookout. Expansive and full of light, the interior of The Roller Coaster River Retreat boasts high ceilings, comfortable furnishings, modern amenities, and continued views. Settle down with your favorite people amongst the soft sofas and Smart TV in the living room, or show off your culinary skills with the full kitchen's stainless steel appliances and ample meal prep space. There are multiple dining spots to gather around when mealtime comes around, ensuring family-style meals can be enjoyed with ease. With seven bedrooms to choose from, rest assured that everyone will have the space they need to get comfortable. Several of the bedrooms have private balconies, and all of the bedrooms have ceiling fans, private TVs, and high-quality linens. Let the fun continue in the home's fully-stocked game room, complete with a foosball table, Ping-Pong table, air hockey table, and basketball hoop. An additional Smart TV and couch are available here for movie nights. A private washer/dryer, board games, central air-conditioning, and children's items like baby gates and a Pack-N-Play round out the interior perks. Close to your stay, enjoy visiting Busch Gardens (walking distance away), Adventure Island, and Heritage Isles Golf & Country Club. Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 PM Check-out time: 10:00 AM All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. Swim and kayak in the river at your own risk. Alligators and snakes are common. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles. Dock details: Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Location highlights - Near a zoo - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Kayak - Table tennis - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Swimming nearby - 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,803 square feet ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89640000/89634400/89634371/8dbd196f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### #1 Rated Mansion • Heated Pool/Spa • Theater • Peloton Gym • Game Room Ballast Point - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.4 Exceptional 20 reviews CA $236 CA $896 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=89634371&PinnedHotelID=89634371&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88700000/88694800/88694718/25f977ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Trendy 7 Bedroom Home | Private Heated Pool Tampa Heights - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.0 Wonderful 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=88694718&PinnedHotelID=88694718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72570000/72565200/72565152/6ab970a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ⤿15 bdrm Villa Nr. 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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 ### Property is also known as 110416 ## About the area Located in Temple Crest, a neighborhood in Tampa, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. Traveling with kids? Make time for ZooTampa at Lowry Park, or check out an event or a game at Yuengling Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. 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Airport (TPA) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Zagora Café - ‬3 min drive - ‪Annapurna Rasoi - ‬11 min walk - ‪Garden Gyros - ‬6 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sprawling river view estate with game room, dock, kayaks, grill, & fishing gear pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sprawling river view estate with game room, dock, kayaks, grill, & fishing gear? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sprawling river view estate with game room, dock, kayaks, grill, & fishing gear? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sprawling river view estate with game room, dock, kayaks, grill, & fishing gear located? > This family-friendly Tampa vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. University of South Florida is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sprawling river view estate with game room, dock, kayaks, grill, & fishing gear Reviews 2.0 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 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 3 ### 4.0/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Gregory P. May 6, 2024 #### Horrible As mentioned in the prior reviews, the basement flooded with raw sewage. We had to move out after one night. Do not rent this house! I had to give this house a star to publish this but it should be negative stars. ##### Gregory P. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Nick C. Apr 3, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Do not stay at this house Do not stay at this house. It is mismanaged and not a safe . We encountered broken beds, showers that leak into the kitchen and worst of all. The lower level and its bedrooms flooded with sewage on the first day. All of the sewage from all four levels drains to the basement where it is supposed to be pumped to the street. The pump was not working. We called for help and it took until 10pm before a plumber showed up. He got the pump temporarily working but it would not shut down and said he would be back in the am to clean and fix it permanently. The only way in my mind to truly clean it would be to pull of the wood flooring as sewage would squeeze up thru the cracks when you walked on the floor. The plumber did not return on the next day however a cleaning crew did unfortunately all they did was sweep the floor. On the 3rd day of our stay the plumber finally returned and installed a new pump. Thru all of this we tried to relocate using Vacasa's relocation team. The only thing they could offer is to split all 16 of us up and put us in a hotel near the air port. We did not drive 20 hours to be splits up and stay at the air port for a week. After loosing 3 day of vacation dealing with this mess we had no choice but to stay and try to make the best of it. This is not the first time this has happened now that I see other reviews. I fear for what mold or sewage in under the floor and in the wall of that house. I do not recommend staying at this house. ##### Nick C. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Chuck C. Nov 27, 2023 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Horrible Stay It started out ok arriving at the property it looked like it did in the pictures, the first night one of the beds in the downstairs bedrooms broke as my nephew laid down in it, bathroom downstairs backed up into the shower stall maintenance came fixed the bed but couldnt fix the sewer problem during our stay so we lost a bathroom so from 4.5 to 3.5 bathrooms my family showed up for Thanksgiving week the house would accommodate 14 guest we had 12. The next day someone was taking a shower in the upstairs bathroom water began leaking thru the ceiling onto the dinning room table called maintenence and again told cant be fixed while we are there then there was a confrontation with a worker because we had no idea that it was someones job to check recycling cans and take pictures when empty we came to the property to someone rummaging thru the trashcans. And on friday i called because of a leaking dishwasher then the entire bottom floor was submerged in raw sewage where 2 of the bedrooms are it took them all day to finally offer us another property but it was an hour away ##### Chuck C. 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