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Families & Friends Stay Together, a Sun-Filled Historic Apartment Near Downtown

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Experience the charm of Banyan Guesthouse in Historic Uptown. This 3-bedroom apartment is just minutes from Vinoy waterfront, museums, and local bars and restaurants. The fully stocked kitchen invites culinary adventures while the front porch offers a perfect spot to relax with a cup of coffee or unwind on the back deck.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Families & Friends Stay Together, a Sun-Filled Historic Apartment Near Downtown

  • Stay together in a bright, spacious upstairs apartment located in St. Petersburg’s sought-after Uptown neighborhood. This listing is for the upstairs residence of the historic Banyan House and offers a warm, comfortable setting well suited for families, couples, and longer stays.

    The apartment features a thoughtfully designed layout with multiple living and sleeping areas, making it easy to relax and settle in. Large windows and original wood floors fill the space with natural light and historic character throughout the day.

    The living room offers comfortable seating and a TV, creating a welcoming place to unwind after exploring the city. A dining area provides space for shared meals or quiet evenings, and the fully equipped kitchen makes everything from quick breakfasts to home-cooked dinners easy to enjoy.

    The primary bedroom functions as a true family suite, with an attached nursery room that includes a crib, changing table, and nursing recliner. This setup makes the apartment especially convenient for guests traveling with infants. Additional bedrooms and bathrooms are located off a central hallway, along with a spacious bathroom featuring a large walk-in shower.

    Guests staying in the upstairs apartment enjoy exclusive use of the front porch, a peaceful spot for morning coffee, reading, or watching the neighborhood go by. A large garden deck at the rear of the property is shared with other units and offers additional outdoor space for relaxing or dining outside.

    The apartment is located directly next to a neighborhood park with walking paths, a scenic pond, and a landmark banyan tree. Guests can step outside for a morning walk, spend time by the water, or enjoy a green, open setting that feels calm and residential while still being close to the city.

    The Uptown location places you within walking distance of coffee shops, neighborhood dining, and local favorites. Downtown St. Petersburg, the Vinoy waterfront, Central Avenue, and the city’s museums and cultural attractions are all just minutes away.

    This upstairs apartment offers a rare combination of light, space, walkability, and family-friendly design in one of St. Petersburg’s most established historic neighborhoods.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in St. Petersburg, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while Salvador Dali Museum and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights. Great Explorations Children's Museum and Morean Arts Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our St. Petersburg travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A white building with arched windows and a sign that reads "COLISEUM".
    The Coliseum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A brick building with the sign "Palladium Theater" and palm trees in front.
    Palladium Theater
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A modern sculpture in a plaza with palm trees and a tall building in the background.
    Sundial St. Pete
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A brick building with a sign that reads "JANNUS LIVE PUB".
    Jannus Live
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A marina with yachts docked, surrounded by trees and a city skyline in the background.
    Vinoy Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    26 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    4 min walk
  • Voodoo Brewing - St Pete
    7 min walk
  • Black Crow Coffee
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk
  • Fourth Street Shrimp Store
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Families & Friends Stay Together, a Sun-Filled Historic Apartment Near Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Families & Friends Stay Together, a Sun-Filled Historic Apartment Near Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Families & Friends Stay Together, a Sun-Filled Historic Apartment Near Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Families & Friends Stay Together, a Sun-Filled Historic Apartment Near Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Families & Friends Stay Together, a Sun-Filled Historic Apartment Near Downtown located?

Located in Historic Uptown, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of The Coliseum and Tampa Bay. St. Pete's Historic Coliseum and Palladium Theater are also within 10 minutes.

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Families & Friends Stay Together, a Sun-Filled Historic Apartment Near Downtown Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

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

Convenient and comfortable

Perfect place for family to stay during holiday weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Wedding weekend

Great weekend. Perfect location and communication with host was great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Great location!

This apartment was ideal for us. In downtown St Pete it is near the pier and near my sister in old Northeast. Crescent Lake is a short walk. The weather was beautiful and our stay was terrific. The easy access off of 275 made it essy to get there and out to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Great place to stay

Our stay was great. The house is super cool and in a great location. The house was fully stocked with everything you would need from towels to coffee 😉. Parking was a bit tricky but once we parked we didn’t move our car the whole time (4 days) we got around by the VEO electric bikes, which had a spot very close to the house. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby K.

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

Great location for Tampa Ray Baseball

We had two couples stay at the home. The house location is close to everything. We were there for two games, so we were out most of the time. There are a couple of issues that should be addressed, but not anything that should keep people from renting. The Host was very responsive and we have no complaints. I know those issues will be fixed soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Home away from home

We only stayed late Saturday through Monday morning. One full day in downtown St. Pete on Sunday. Overall the unit and property was very comfortable. Easy check in process, the beds were comfortable for me and my husband, and the room was nice and dark for sleeping in. It is historic home, so lots of floor and door creeks, but otherwise nicely updated and decorated. The backyard was a nice safe spot to relax. We had no issues parking in front of the home and we did walk 15-20min for things to do. We did not have any urgent issues that needed the hosts help, but otherwise the communication was good. Having a 2.5yr old with us, we found Paul’s Landing at The Vinoy for breakfast, The Hangar at the airport for lunch (a quick 7min drive), the Green Bench for afternoon drinks so our son could run around, and Fresco’s for dinner on the water were all great kid friendly for our family. Breakfast at Flatbread and Butter was close walk nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

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

Great stay!

Beautiful and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amelia D.

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

PERFECT LOCATION

Very quiet location right near downtown and the beach. This will definitely be the place we stay when we come back to St. Pete!!! Shaun is a great host and made sure we had everything we needed during the entire stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Great property and excellent location.

The property was centrally located close to restaurants, bars and shopping. Very walkable. Property was very clean and comfortable. We will make this our go to place every time we come to St. Pete!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Shanperia M.

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

It was nice

It was nice only thing I didn’t like was the parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug & Barb C.

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

Convenient, nice spot in St. Pete

We stayed here with our daughter, son-in-law and baby girl. The layout of the rooms is excellent! Bedrooms are separate from the living area, which is huge and very comfortable. Our daughter really appreciated the small nursery attached to the master bedroom. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

New Year's Eve wedding

Loved this property! What a charming little neighborhood that is close to everything. Well appointed and very comfortable - we had 5 adults. Would definitely stay at this property again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Quaint Home

Nice property that was more spacious than expected. Lack of off street parking was the only feature that was less than optimum.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan T.

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

Great location for downtown St Pete wedding

Beautiful property in historic uptown St Pete within walking distance of some great little restaurants and destinations. This was the perfect quiet neighborhood for our groomsmen to stay at. Rooms were great, loved the rear backyard area for photos. Excellent communication. Thank you so much! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer J.

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

A good home base

This property provided a great home base for us to use while we attended a swim meet at the North Sore Aquatic Center. It was convenient to the pool, many restaurants, shopping, and not far from the beaches either. It’s location was perfect for our trip! I was worried about the on street parking, but we were able to find close spots for both of our vehicles each night. The biggest issue we encountered was that the downstairs apartment was being renovated during our stay. This resulted in some extra noise, and other small inconveniences. However the owner, Shaun, was extremely good about responding to emails and tried hard to take care of any issues caused by his workmen. He even offered to buy us pizza one evening in return for our inconvenience. We greatly appreciated his attempts to make sure we were comfortable during our stay. We enjoyed our week in St. Petersburg!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Mattie W.

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

Great location and cute historic house.

5th on 5ths is nice place and good location. I had some difficulties messaging the host and never had my question answered as to why the night I was staying was more than double their normal booking costs. I guess shame on me for not doing more research before booking. I feel like they completely dodged the question. The place was ok, a few issues I had that the washer machine didn't work, not a huge deal for my short stay but I could see if you were staying longer that would be an issue. There was a huge piece of plaster missing from the ceiling, I get it, its an old house, but that's part of the upkeep. My biggest peeve was a plaque that was in the house where the host was trying to coerce guests into leaving 5 star reviews because anything less than 5 stars equals a terrible stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Spacious historic home

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay in this lovely historic apartment. Beautifully decorated with a modern touch, yet maintaining the historic charm of this home. The beds are comfortable and the neighborhood is quiet for a good nights sleep. While I did not cook, the kitchen certainly had everything I needed and appeared to have everything needed to cook a family meal. Speaking of family- this apartment is gracious plenty large enough for a family to be very comfortable. The only thing that I would mention is this is an upstairs unit and there is no landing at the door leading into the apartment. It was not a problem for me, but if anyone has an issue getting up and down stairs it could be. However, I did notice there is a downstairs unit that looks equally as lovely as the upstairs one so there are choices! Overall I highly recommend this home. It was central to everywhere I needed to go. I did not have a chance to explore downtown this time since I was down for family matters, but when I return I will take full advantage of this GREAT location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharon U.

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

Event Weekend in St Pete

I booked this trip in May of 2024, almost a year in advance. The listing is “Entire home, Uptown-Quiet Charming Central Historic Bungalow” Vinoy Park a 17 minute walk. We were attending a festival at Vinoy Park. The walk is not even close to 17 minutes.A few days before arrival, I was checking the reservation to verify the address. The listing now says “Quaint historic Upstairs Apartment in downtown St Pete”I immediately questioned the change in listing. I was told I was mistaken. However, I printed the page when I booked. I was not mistaken. While the property was just “OK” for an old house, it was not what I booked.There was also steep stairs to enter the “quaint apartment”. I have a bad knee. I would never have booked an apartment that could only be entered through a steep, narrow stairway. This should absolutely be noted on the property detail.We are two upper middle class couples that travel frequently and we would not have booked this listing if the property was honestly described.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lewis (Brad) P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Not as advertised

The listing claimed the apartment slept 7. This was not the case. There were 3 queen beds and a crib. While only 5 of us (including a 12 year old boy and 15 year old girl), we still needed to use the tattered sectional as a bed. The apartment was not well maintained. The windows and screens were filthy and at least a couple of the window sashes were broken. Opening those windows that worked exposed you to window wells that were filled with dirt and soot. I can only assume that the vents and filters in the heating/cooling system were no cleaner. A couple of days before our arrival, we were notified that there was a roof leak that damaged the ceiling in the living room. While we could live with that, we had to deal with a management agent coming to the apartment with contractors trying to gain entry to look at the ceiling damage. At the time, the two grandchildren were at the apartment and the adults were running errands. Despite not speaking to us beforehand, they came to the apartment anyways and one of the contractors went so far as to climb on to the roof to look in the window to see the damage. Inexcusable behavior.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved having 3 bedrooms in a charming location. We walked everywhere from here including to the Dali museum
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas V.

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

Nice

Comfortable place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Wonderful!

Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krysta N.

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

Just as described!

Very comfortable stay and plenty of room for 6 adults. Clean & nicely decorated with lots of comfortable extras (fluffy blankets, etc). Beds were comfortable and ceiling fans in every room!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laurie b.

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

Great stay for a family weekend

We attended our daughter's graduation from Eckerd College last weekend and housed most of our family at this property. It has great proximity to the St. Petersburg waterfront and the fun shops and restaurants. Funky Central Avenue and the lovely lake-centered parks of the 1920s neighborhoods are all close by. Property was clean, spacious and well-appointed. The owners are incredibly responsive. If you are going to St. Petersburg and do not want the logistics and crowds of the beaches, this is a great option!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Great Location for St Pete

I stayed with a few friends when in town for a wedding. Unit was clean and had everything we needed for the weekend. Shaun was awesome to work with and gave clear instructions for the unit. Everything is within 5 minutes from this location. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022