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The Perch on the River-Amazing River & Downtown Views in the heart of old Tampa

Riverside apartment with kitchen, near Tampa Riverwalk

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Perched above the Hillsborough River, The Perch on the Hillsborough River offers a tranquil retreat with a huge balcony perfect for unwinding and taking in views of downtown Tampa. This large studio apartment features a fully stocked kitchen, full bathroom, queen size bed and living area with sofa that can turn into a twin bed. With washer and dryer available for guest use, this is ideal for longer stays.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 347 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Perch on the River-Amazing River & Downtown Views in the heart of old Tampa

Looking for a getaway from it all but still in the heart of all the action? Look no further!

The Perch on the Hillsborough River is a large studio apartment with a HUGE balcony on the second floor of a two story duplex house that overlooks the Hillsborough River. You are up among the trees overlooking the beautiful Hillsborough River and downtown Tampa.

Our amazing balcony with views of downtown Tampa and the Hillsborough River is the perfect place to unwind and relax.
The apartment features a fully stocked kitchen, full bathroom, queen size bed and a living area with sofa that can turn into a twin bed. For longer stays, there is a washer and dryer for guest use.

A few doors down you will find Rick's on the River marina, a great marina and restaurant! A 5 min drive across the river is the Armature works Pirate Water Taxi stop.....You’ll love all the great restaurants, nightlife, museums and parks that are all a beautiful boat ride away!

The house sits on a compound on the river that is shared with two other vacation rentals ( property ID # 801363 and property ID # 642448). All three houses can be rented together if you have a large group of 10 people.

Each vacation rental has its own entrance and is completely private, there is a shared private parking lot with plenty of room for your cars.

The studio is in the center of everything Tampa has to offer- downtown Tampa,Ybor City, Channelside, Amalie Arena, the Tampa Convention Center, South Tampa, Busch Gardens, and Raymond James Stadium are all a 10 min drive from the house. Want a day trip to our world famous Gulf beaches? 45 minutes from the house are award winning beaches such as Ft Desoto Beach and Clearwater Beach.

The apartment also has a large screen smart tv so you can directly access your Netflix, Amazon Prime or Hulu accounts. It also has WIFI. We have tried to think of every amenity from home to have while you are on vacation!




Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking only allowed outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

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

Rules

Cleaning fee does not include removal of trash, or washing of dishes. $25 additional fee taken from damage deposit if not complete.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Perch River-amazing River Downtown Views Heart old Apartment
Perch River-amazing River Downtown Views Heart old Tampa
Perch River-amazing River Downtown Views Heart old
Perch River-amazing River Downtown Views Heart old Apartment
Perch River-amazing River Downtown Views Heart old Tampa
Perch River-amazing River Downtown Views Heart old Apartment
Perch River-amazing River Downtown Views Heart old Tampa
Perch River-amazing River Downtown Views Heart old

About the area

Located in Tampa, this apartment is on a river. MacDill Air Force Base and MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Raymond James Stadium or Benchmark International Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Tampa travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Tampa Riverwalk
    Tampa Riverwalk
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
    David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
    5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
    Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
    5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Aerial image University of Tampa FL USA
    University of Tampa
    6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Armature Works
    15 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    9 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger Culture (Food Truck)
    11 min walk
  • Rocca
    3 min drive
  • Lucky Tigré
    17 min walk
  • Rick's on the River
    4 min walk
  • Sweetgreen
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Perch on the River-Amazing River & Downtown Views in the heart of old Tampa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Perch on the River-Amazing River & Downtown Views in the heart of old Tampa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at The Perch on the River-Amazing River & Downtown Views in the heart of old Tampa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Perch on the River-Amazing River & Downtown Views in the heart of old Tampa located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park - Dog Park and Tampa Riverwalk. Tampa Convention Center and Raymond James Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Perch on the River-Amazing River & Downtown Views in the heart of old Tampa Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location on the river was excellent. The balcony provides a great place to relax and enjoy the skyline in the distance, while boat pass by below. Room was very clean. I did not use the stove top or oven. Other than distant traffic noise, the apartment was quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

Would highly recommend!

Property had great location and great atmosphere!Easy access. Very comfortable bed! Had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazingly clean. Very tastefully decorated. Comfortable. The view was exactly as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

tony v.

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

Stay at the river

Property was as described, cozy & clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

The Perch on the Hillsborough River

Awesome view of the river and a really nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff w.

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

Riverside Private Gem

Can't say enough about this hidden gem. Elevated deck above the river, large interior space with good layout, full kitchen, private parking, gorgeous views of downtown skyline day and night, sounds of seagulls and the river, clean and private - a magical place for my stays for my work trips to Tampa!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin J.

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

Great view of city

Good secure parking, close to downtown. Host was very nice. Was cold during the stay so we didn’t get to enjoy the deck overlooking the river much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Cute studio on the water

Really enjoyed our stay at this riverfront studio. Also great location close to restaurants and downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

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

Beautiful

Perfect spot. Loved watching the boats and
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashli B.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful little spot! Has a wonderful view from the porch! Easy to get in and out with good parking. The bed is a little old but the room made up for it! We absolutely enjoyed feeding the ducks and seeing all kinds of birds! We will be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlette B.

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

It was awesome!

What a perfect cottage for two! The view was beautiful and we had the best time! We were there for a George Strait concert and enjoyed Ulele and Armature Works. Highly recommend and will definitely come back!♥️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos O.

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

Amazing weekend

View, whether, place... everything fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

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

Getaway on the water

I went on a dissertation retreat. What more could you want a well appointed room, easy access to food and an inspirational deck over the river. With A+ communication! I will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

One week on the river

The Perch had a large deck, where we spent most of our time while at the unit. The view from there of the city and activity on the river was delightful. On the one evening when storming, we could still appreciate the Perch because of at least 11 windows giving us a 360 degree bird’s eye view. The only thing that would have been nice is motion detector lights on the steps up to get to the deck and second floor entrance. We are already looking forward to another future stay at the Perch.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

We love this place this was our third stay at the perch in three year

This was our third stay at The Perch in 3 years. We really love this property. It is charming and we love the deck and the great view of downtown Tampa, as well as watching the boat activity on the river. The property is always well stocked with necessities. The neighborhood around The Perch is quite run down but all of the homes on the river are very nice and gated. We have never felt unsafe. There are a lot of steps to climb to get to the Perch but it is worth it. Also, it is a short, easy drive to the airport, which is helpful. The owner has always been responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little place to stay for a weekend getaway! The decor was adorable and captured the vibes of being right on the water. We absolutely loved The Perch and all it had to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was perfect, and the view could not be beat. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at The Perch!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Very nice place to stay

We enjoyed our stay the view was awesome close to downtown would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

LeAnn B.

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

Weekend stay

We were in town for a concert. The apartment is exactly as the pictures online show. Views are amazing. The owner was gracious and quick to answer our questions. Will definitely stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

david k.

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

River View

First, the view from the second floor deck down the river is beautiful. The apartment we stayed in was comfortable and clean. The AC works great and keeps the apartment nice and cool. The kitchen had all the pots, pans, plates and utensils we needed. The interior of the unit is bright and airy with lots of windows letting in the light.We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Beautiful Property

Beautiful properly in a perfect location. The view was stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA W., Southbridge VA

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

Awesome View

This property was so cute. The view of the river and Tampa was amazing. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ETHAN C.

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

Beautiful

My wife and I had an amazing time here. We loved waking up to the sun shining off the river and the sound of seagulls.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Awesome Experience!!

Ricks on the River was a nice walk for god food, drinks and music!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harry C., Lincoln, AL

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

Great View

Everything was perfect. The views of the Tampa skyline and lights at night are A++. It's an easy walk to Rick's On The River for drinks and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020