Lakefront VERY PRIVATE Guest House with Gorgeous Lake Views! 2-Bed, 2-Bath
This unique lakefront property offers privacy, tranquility, comfort and that “Old Florida” feeling among the oak and pine trees all while set in the middle of Brandon. The beautiful outdoors may be enjoyed through the screened-in porch, Adirondack chairs that you can take down to the lake, a pontoon boat (tied to the shore) to hang out on, a picnic table and more. The sunset colors over the lake are something to be experienced!
Inside you will find an immaculately kept home with an open concept kitchen/living room flooded with natural light from the vaulted ceiling skylights and large windows with stunning views of the lake. You will see wildlife of all kinds such as owls, osprey, turtles, raccoons, egrets and others. Enjoy the Italian leather couches, a beautiful dining table that seats 6 and cozy queen beds which have all been curated for your comfort. One bedroom has lake views and the other has views of the 1.5 acre property. We have a nice BBQ grill and other features to make you feel completely at home.
This property has the unique feature where you feel like you’re in the country but you are in the heart of Brandon. Within 1 mile you can find anything you need for restaurants, groceries, shopping malls ... and I-75/I-4 access is minutes away. It is only 20 minutes to downtown Tampa with all that it has to offer such as the Amalie Arena, Channel Side, Bayshore, Tampa Riverwalk and Ybor City. Orlando (and Disney World) is about an hour away. Please read our reviews and you will fall in love with this property.
There is a self-inflating air mattress, if needed, that can be used in the living room. We do not have a cable service, but we do offer smart TVs for your enjoyment. You’re welcome to log in to your favorite streaming services and relax with your own shows and movies during your stay.
Please reach out if you have any questions.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
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.
3 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift (single-level property)
Single level property
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Note from host: PLEASE SMOKE 25 FT from building Don't leave butts
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
On a lake
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
Guests will receive an email with check-in information
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:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please take all trash to the large dumpster located on the northeast corner of the apartment complex; the outside trash bin at the property is for temporary storage only. Thanks!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Please, no smoking within 25 feet of the building including the screened-in porch. No fires are allowed in the backyard fire pit. Thank you.
Only flush toilet paper and never baby wipes (not even flushable wipes) or other items; septic system used at the lake is unique and very delicate.
Please, no more than 8 people on the property at any given time.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
PLEASE SMOKE 25 FT from building Don't leave butts
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Limona Improvement, a neighbourhood in Brandon, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Port of Tampa is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Florida State Fairgrounds and Florida Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Raymond James Stadium or Benchmark International Arena. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Brandon travel guide
Is Lakefront VERY PRIVATE Guest House with Gorgeous Lake Views! 2-Bed, 2-Bath pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lakefront VERY PRIVATE Guest House with Gorgeous Lake Views! 2-Bed, 2-Bath?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront VERY PRIVATE Guest House with Gorgeous Lake Views! 2-Bed, 2-Bath?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront VERY PRIVATE Guest House with Gorgeous Lake Views! 2-Bed, 2-Bath?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront VERY PRIVATE Guest House with Gorgeous Lake Views! 2-Bed, 2-Bath located?
Located in Limona Improvement, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Westfield Brandon, Brandon Regional Hospital and Topgolf. Ice Sports Forum is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.
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Lakefront VERY PRIVATE Guest House with Gorgeous Lake Views! 2-Bed, 2-Bath Reviews
Reviews
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Great place to stay for our very busy vacation with daily activities planned throughout the entire Florida Central West region. Easy check in and we settled right in. Tidy comfortable home tucked away in a safe private quiet location. Lots of good restaurants and shopping nearby, convenient to airport and major highways. We will stay again when we return to the area.
Very quiet and clean - all furniture and appliances etc are "upscale" and residence is well maintained. Will stay here again when visiting Tampa area. Beautiful lake view is icing on the cake.
We REALLY enjoyed our stay. Beautiful view of the lake. We felt at home. Very soft Ialian leather couches, comfy beds, high ceilings and skylights. Adirondack chairs to relax in. Nice grill. Quiet. Clean. Tons of privacy but near everything. "Old Florida" charm just a short drive from Tampa. Highly recommend.
Large, well-maintained guest house. Owner was not on premises so very private and secluded - but close enough to restaurants, stores, etc. to be convenient. Loved waking up looking at the lake every morning. Although signs warn of alligators, we never saw any. Enjoyed the screened-in porch. We would love to stay again next year.
Upscale updated older property. Gray property manager. Awesome view of the lake from living room window, screened in front porch and front bedroom. Good wi-fi let us stream movies. Grill in back and seating area was nice. No complaints!
We had a great stay. It was so nice to have a quiet place with its own lake and secluded area. Beautiful home with very tasteful decorations. It saddens me that there was an apartment complex built so close to such a beautiful area and you have to drive through that to reach the driveway. Can’t believe the county allowed that.
We had a nice time and enjoyed the peaceful and beautiful setting. The manager was nice and responsive to our questions and concerns. The place was clean and spacious. It will be on our top of the list if we visit the area again in the future.
This is a lovely 2 bedroom and 1.5 bath guesthouse in a very quiet and peaceful neighborhood of Brandon. The house sits on a small lake that encourages birds and other wildlife to have their fun. It was a great stay. Property management was very responsive and good to work with.
Our three days staying here before leaving on our cruise was a true joy. It is a quiet and peaceful spot in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city you would never know was there unless you were looking for it. The property was exactly as described and we would not hesitate to stay again on our next trip to the Tampa area.
What a peaceful retreat in the midst of the city! Loved sitting at the picnic table on the lake under the old trees in the back yard, at the same time being right there for errands and shopping. Dining options are abundant and all minutes away.
The rental is the guest part of a larger house, but the owners aren’t there when you rent it. The only other neighboring house was only occasionally checked on shortly by older people. Also, there’s an apartment complex very close but not directly noticeable. Video surveillance of entrance and driveway added to our feeling safe, but backyard and lakefront were completely private.
Given its location, we heard the occasional muscle car, fire truck and a train line, but the sounds actually faded into a background concert of civilization that even underlined the remarkable peacefulness of this place.
Managers are great and super-nice. In terms of cleanliness, the place was absolutely impeccable.
All you need to know is summed up in an informative guest folder. House rules are totally natural, and knowing what damage stuff can do to a pumping system, we totally understand why it’s not only stated in the kitchen but also where it matters.
Mentioning these things also since we wanted to clarify what caught our eyes in the other reviews. We can only recommend this place wholeheartedly - many thanks for sharing your house! This place is truly a gem, and a well-kept island of Old Florida within the growing urbanity around.
My girlfriend and I were taking my 80 year old grandmother on a day trip. When we arrived after a 3 hour car ride, we realized there was no code given to access the lockbox and we all had to pee! The host finally called us back after 10 minutes and told us the owner wants him to “meet everyone” before giving access to the house - guess if he doesn’t “approve” of you he can turn you away!? We waited 25 minutes for him to show up, it was 85 degrees, and again, we all had to pee.
Turns out there was a key just hanging in an electrical box right there the whole time - it wasn’t even in the lockbox! He said that the lockbox was for his wife’s key!? There was no reason for my grandmother to wait outside in the heat!
He proceeded to give us a “grand tour” of the home, and read to us the list of rules POSTED IN THE KITCHEN. I felt very untrusted and watched from the moment we arrived. All we wanted to do was decompress and get our vacation started. We rushed him out the door and left because we wanted to get dinner.
We returned at 10:30 pm and realized the host never handed the key to me, it was still sitting wherever he put it down in the house. We tried calling over and over and got NO ANSWER until the next morning! He stressed to us at least 5 times to “please call if we needed anything”, but apparently he turns his phone off at 9. I don’t think that 10:30 pm on a holiday weekend is a very unreasonable time to call. If someone is renting your property maybe keep your phone on!?
I ended up making a small slit in the screen door on the back porch to get in. Thankfully the back door was unlocked.
After we finally got in after AN HOUR of sitting outside in the dark we realized there was NO RUNNING WATER!! We couldn’t even shower or brush our teeth! There wasn’t even a bottle of water to drink!
The host finally texted me at 7 am saying that “people lock themselves out all the time” and he forgot to turn the water pump on!? I wouldn’t have used the shower anyway because the shower head was covered in red mold! He was so thorough with everything else but FORGOT TO TURN THE WATER ON!? Absolutely mind-blown.
As a property manager myself, I don’t EVER have my phone turned off and I certainly wouldn’t leave an elderly woman sit outside in the heat.
He offered me a heavy discount on a future stay and later charged me $90 for the screen. Never mentioned that fee while I was there, so I could have fixed it myself for $10.
Die Gastgeber waren sehr freundlich.Leider haben wir sie nicht persönlich kennen gelernt.Aber wenn wir mit ihnen geschrieben haben,kam sehr schnell immer Antwort.Die Ausstattung war sehr gut.Schön eingerichtet.Es hat uns an nichts gefehlt.Die Lage war top.Wunderschön am See.Auch wenn man nicht darin baden kann.(war im Jan.eh zu kalt;-) ).Wir würden sofort das Haus wieder buchen.