Waterfront Rancher Retreat - Exotic Bird Haven
About this house rental
Located in Riverview, this charming house for $581 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. The heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast is calling your name to this chic 4-bed, 2-bath beach-themed abode. This vacation rental boasts upscale amenities like a full kitchen and 2 well-appointed living spaces along with a prime location, making it easy to golf and explore all that the Tampa Bay Area has to offer. Take a dip in the heated private pool, walk to the nearby restaurants, parks and walking trails, or opt to drive to Fort De Soto for a day in the sun! End the day with a cookout on the lanai. -- THE PROPERTY -- Walkable Location | 2,200 Sq Ft | Outdoor Dining Ideal for families seeking a coastal retreat with all the comforts of home and a convenient location to shop, dine, and explore the Gulf Coast. Main Bedroom: California King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed OUTDOOR LIVING: Pool w/ floaties (heated for an additional fee), lanai w/ dining area, gas grill (propane NOT provided), lounge chairs, beach umbrella, jetted spa w/ seating KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, cooking basics & spices, Keurig coffee maker, blender, toaster, dining table, breakfast bar w/ seating INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, 2 living areas, fireplace, formal dining table, high-end finishes GENERAL: Washer & dryer, free WiFi, towels, linens, basic toiletries, air conditioning, ceiling fans FAQ: Pool heat fee (paid pre-trip) PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- ATTRACTIONS: Bloomingdale Golfers Club (0.5 miles), Manatee Viewing Center (14.6 miles), Dinosaur World (15.6 miles), ZooTampa at Lowry Park (22.2 miles), Adventure Island (22.6 miles), Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (23.4 miles), The Salvador Dali Museum (42.1 miles), Lego Land (45.44 miles), Walt Disney World (66.1 miles) DOWNTOWN TAMPA (18.0 miles): The Florida Aquarium, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Tampa Riverwalk, Tampa Convention Center, Tampa Museum of Art SPORTING EVENTS: Tampa Bay Lightning - Amalie Arena (18.3 miles), Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Raymond James Stadium (22.5 miles), Tampa Bay Rays - Tropicana Field (40.6 miles) BEACHES: Apollo Beach (15.9 miles), Davis Islands Beach (21.8 miles), Clearwater Beach (42.9 miles), Manatee Public Beach (47.2 miles) AIRPORT: Tampa International Airport (25.7 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 30 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property has a strict maximum occupancy of 8 guests. This includes all day-time guests and children - NOTE: Your safety matters. There are external cameras facing out near the driveway, front porch, and pool area. They do not look into any interior spaces - NOTE: The pool can be heated for an optional $40 per/day. If you'd like the pool to be heated, please add a request when you make the reservation
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Riverview
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(22 Reviews)
8.0
Property layout and number of living areas is great. Rooms were good size. The property was clean. Master bathroom nicely updated. Kitchen was sufficiently stocked and we liked that there were some pantry items. Communication with property manager was great.
There is only one key and not a keypad to enter the property. This is inconvenient with people leaving or coming back at different times.
Rugs and couch/couch pillows could use some refreshing. Rugs are dated (inside and out). The couches are comfortable but there are stains.
Sitting area by the pool is not covered - just something to be aware of as it rains frequently and then there is no option to sit outside. Outside furniture is ok but given it gets wet frequently, sufficient. Pool chairs were fine.
Area between pool and house could definitely use some power washing.
All in all, we enjoyed our stay.
3.0
We booked the house for the 2nd time and for 2 weeks because we like the area (not neighborhood). The neighborhood is not that nice, but we know the area well. Yarila answered our messages always on time, she is a good comunicator. The house is pricy for what it offers. It is very nice decorated (sofa needs a deep cleaning), but the maintenance team is not very good. The pool floor was broken, the light on the grill too and nobody came to fix it therefore we fixed the light after a week waiting. The grill (BBQ) and oven (kitchen) were dirty. The cooking stove is completely scratched. The drain that is at the entrance of the lanai to the living room was clogged, a puddle formed and they did not come to unclog it.
There is an iron but not an ironing board. The kitchen does not have dishware. Not a single salad bowl ( we used the kitchenaid plastic bowl for our salads. There isn´t a kitchenaid, only the plastic bowl), not a single coffe spoon (only tablespoons), not a single serving platter (only cookies baking trays for oven), no scissors and just 3 glasses for wine. Plates, forks, knives and tablespoons enough. This is a home for people who do not cook or for shorter stays, definitely not a house for 2 weeks. It is located very close to grocery stores, restaurants, malls,...
4.0
Property layout and number of living areas is great. Rooms were good size. The property was clean. Master bathroom nicely updated. Kitchen was sufficiently stocked and we liked that there were some pantry items. Communication with property manager was great.
There is only one key and not a keypad to enter the property. This is inconvenient with people leaving or coming back at different times.
Rugs and couch/couch pillows could use some refreshing. Rugs are dated (inside and out). The couches are comfortable but there are stains.
Sitting area by the pool is not covered - just something to be aware of as it rains frequently and then there is no option to sit outside. Outside furniture is ok but given it gets wet frequently, sufficient. Pool chairs were fine.
Area between pool and house could definitely use some power washing.
All in all, we enjoyed our stay.
5.0
Enjoyed our stay in this quiet, well stocked home. Plenty of space, kids loved pool area and bird watching. Would definitely return. Manager was very accommodating and responsive. Great view out back. Highly recommend.
8.0
The house overall is beautiful. Oven did not heat. AC was not working. It was 80 degrees in the house when we arrived. At first we were told it would be the next day but we were traveling with 2 veterans with ptsd so they had a hvac company come out around midnight. It was worked on but we could only set ac to 72 so it wouldn’t stop running again. There were dirty towels in the basket in bedroom when we arrived and the shower curtain was moldy in master bathroom. Couch cushions were dirty also. We paid way to much of a cleaning fee and for this house for anything to be dirty or the problems we had.
10.0
This home was perfect! It is very obvious that the owners take pride in this property. Everything was clean and beautifully decorated. The house is more beautiful in person than what is reflected in the pictures. Everyone in my party of 7 enjoyed the pool and house. The open floorplan allowed everyone to have their own space. There are several places to sit down to enjoy a meal or just relax outside.
We will definitely return to this home on our next visit to Tampa.
4.0
The house overall is beautiful. Oven did not heat. AC was not working. It was 80 degrees in the house when we arrived. At first we were told it would be the next day but we were traveling with 2 veterans with ptsd so they had a hvac company come out around midnight. It was worked on but we could only set ac to 72 so it wouldn’t stop running again. There were dirty towels in the basket in bedroom when we arrived and the shower curtain was moldy in master bathroom. Couch cushions were dirty also. We paid way to much of a cleaning fee and for this house for anything to be dirty or the problems we had.
6.0
This house needs some maintenance. It is really clean, but the long term maintenance is not being done. There is mold and overgrown foliage in the pool area, all of the pool stuff is broken. The rugs need replaced, toilet paper holders etc. it looks like someone is doing a great job cleaning but the owner never visits.
Rather than a code for entry everyone has to share one set of keys for the week. When I asked if we could use the lockbox the property manager suggested we leave the keys under the mat.
One of our guests locked his keys in his car on Easter Sunday. We checked out on time and he sat on the porch and waited for AAA and she cussed me out at 1pm on Easter Sunday because he was sitting on the porch waiting. The house was vacant.
I would not rent again.
5.0
This home was perfect! It is very obvious that the owners take pride in this property. Everything was clean and beautifully decorated. The house is more beautiful in person than what is reflected in the pictures. Everyone in my party of 7 enjoyed the pool and house. The open floorplan allowed everyone to have their own space. There are several places to sit down to enjoy a meal or just relax outside.
We will definitely return to this home on our next visit to Tampa.
3.0
This house needs some maintenance. It is really clean, but the long term maintenance is not being done. There is mold and overgrown foliage in the pool area, all of the pool stuff is broken. The rugs need replaced, toilet paper holders etc. it looks like someone is doing a great job cleaning but the owner never visits.
Rather than a code for entry everyone has to share one set of keys for the week. When I asked if we could use the lockbox the property manager suggested we leave the keys under the mat.
One of our guests locked his keys in his car on Easter Sunday. We checked out on time and he sat on the porch and waited for AAA and she cussed me out at 1pm on Easter Sunday because he was sitting on the porch waiting. The house was vacant.
I would not rent again.
10.0
Enjoyed our stay in this quiet, well stocked home. Plenty of space, kids loved pool area and bird watching. Would definitely return. Manager was very accommodating and responsive. Great view out back. Highly recommend.
5.0
Enjoyed our stay in this quiet, well stocked home. Plenty of space, kids loved pool area and bird watching. Would definitely return. Manager was very accommodating and responsive. Great view out back. Highly recommend.
10.0
We thoroughly loved our family time with three generations enjoying this peaceful location. One of our bird lovers used an app to record and identify up to 15 birds every morning. The pool was great and the beds very comfortable. There were many amenities provided and the host contact was great!
10.0
House is roomy and clean. Especially enjoyed the spacious master bedroom. Minor issues with pool and outdoor furniture. Bottom of pool needs a good paint job. Grill needs an upgrade. Maybe put cushions inside to keep clean. We all said we would rent here again.
5.0
We thoroughly loved our family time with three generations enjoying this peaceful location. One of our bird lovers used an app to record and identify up to 15 birds every morning. The pool was great and the beds very comfortable. There were many amenities provided and the host contact was great!
8.0
The house was great! The property manager helped us along the way if I had questions, and made sure our stay was great. The house was very clean and beautifully decorated. The whole family enjoyed the pool and hot tub throughout the week as I paid the extra fee to have the pool heated, except by one of our last nights we noticed the water was much cooler and wondered if the heater had been turned off. The location is tranquil and lovely.
5.0
House is roomy and clean. Especially enjoyed the spacious master bedroom. Minor issues with pool and outdoor furniture. Bottom of pool needs a good paint job. Grill needs an upgrade. Maybe put cushions inside to keep clean. We all said we would rent here again.
4.0
The house was great! The property manager helped us along the way if I had questions, and made sure our stay was great. The house was very clean and beautifully decorated. The whole family enjoyed the pool and hot tub throughout the week as I paid the extra fee to have the pool heated, except by one of our last nights we noticed the water was much cooler and wondered if the heater had been turned off. The location is tranquil and lovely.
5.0
We were visiting family in the area and this home was perfect. Great location, modern home, nice decor, the house is exactly as pictured, and communication was easy with the guest contact Yary. We will definitely book again.
10.0
Everything we needed for our Family reunion was provided.
10.0
Exactly what you see in the listing. Nice house, nice neighborhood, just what you want.
5.0
Everything we needed for our Family reunion was provided.
10.0
I rent this house for our family, my oldest grandson was getting married. It was perfect, the day core was beautiful made you feel very welcome and at home. Close to stores and restaurants. Even had games to play and our family are big game and puzzle people, unfortunately we didn’t have time. The back yard where the pool was , had pool toys for all ages. Beautiful few of the lake and all the ducks. Yary our hostess was great always available if you had any questions or needs. Had everything for preparing meals, the only thing they did not have was an Iron but we brought our own steamer, and that was only because it was a wedding so always prepared. Thank you for such a great experience Recommend 100%
5.0
Exactly what you see in the listing. Nice house, nice neighborhood, just what you want.
5.0
I rent this house for our family, my oldest grandson was getting married. It was perfect, the day core was beautiful made you feel very welcome and at home. Close to stores and restaurants. Even had games to play and our family are big game and puzzle people, unfortunately we didn’t have time. The back yard where the pool was , had pool toys for all ages. Beautiful few of the lake and all the ducks. Yary our hostess was great always available if you had any questions or needs. Had everything for preparing meals, the only thing they did not have was an Iron but we brought our own steamer, and that was only because it was a wedding so always prepared. Thank you for such a great experience Recommend 100%
5.0
This property was exactly what we were looking for. The house was very clean as spacious. There was enough room for all of us staying. The pool was great. There was even a hammock in the back by the lake - very nice feature!
5.0
Great Gataway
This property was exactly what we were looking for. The house was very clean as spacious. There was enough room for all of us staying. The pool was great. There was even a hammock in the back by the lake - very nice feature!
5.0
Great house for family spring break. Beautiful backyard sand pool area. Very nice.
5.0
Spring break 2022
Great house for family spring break. Beautiful backyard sand pool area. Very nice.
5.0
We have a lot of family in the area and rented the property as a home base for me and my husbands family. It was great. We visited in Feb. and they heated the pool so we could use it. My grandkids are 10 and it was wonderful to have the pool while all the great grandparents came- provided stellar occupation why the grown ups “talked a lot”. The house backs to the retention pond. There is a fence on the side of the close neighbor- plenty of privacy. The neighborhood is well maintained and quiet. There are cranes and other wild life that live in the lake which made coffee on the patio very bucolic.
5.0
Visiting family
We have a lot of family in the area and rented the property as a home base for me and my husbands family. It was great. We visited in Feb. and they heated the pool so we could use it. My grandkids are 10 and it was wonderful to have the pool while all the great grandparents came- provided stellar occupation why the grown ups “talked a lot”. The house backs to the retention pond. There is a fence on the side of the close neighbor- plenty of privacy. The neighborhood is well maintained and quiet. There are cranes and other wild life that live in the lake which made coffee on the patio very bucolic.
5.0
This house was perfect for our family of 4 while visiting family in Florida. There was plenty of space for everyone, the pool was great, and the beds were comfortable. The home also included a nice selection of coffee, which was a nice touch as well. This home will be our top choice for future family visits in Brandon.
5.0
Relaxing stay in Florida
This house was perfect for our family of 4 while visiting family in Florida. There was plenty of space for everyone, the pool was great, and the beds were comfortable. The home also included a nice selection of coffee, which was a nice touch as well. This home will be our top choice for future family visits in Brandon.
5.0
Loved the house! The space was great. Kitchen was well stocked. We would stay here again if in the area!
TWO DOWNFALLS: 1) cameras staring at the spa/pool felt a little uneasy about this. They say it’s for safety, but I felt like I could not put on a bathing suit and feel safe and secure. Therefore; I did not. Others in my party (men) did not care. Us women were much more hesitant. The rest of the exterior cameras were fine but the one literally staring at the spa/pool seemed like a direct invasion of privacy. Would consider removing this camera.
2) the pool area was unsafe for young children. Several broken tiles and the pavement area has seen better days. The pool was not clean. And the lights in the pool worked for a short time while we were there and stopped working on the second to last day we were there.
3) no access to the garage means no access to electrical panel, which means when one of the breakers blow, you’re out of luck!
5.0
Great place!
Loved the house! The space was great. Kitchen was well stocked. We would stay here again if in the area!
TWO DOWNFALLS: 1) cameras staring at the spa/pool felt a little uneasy about this. They say it’s for safety, but I felt like I could not put on a bathing suit and feel safe and secure. Therefore; I did not. Others in my party (men) did not care. Us women were much more hesitant. The rest of the exterior cameras were fine but the one literally staring at the spa/pool seemed like a direct invasion of privacy. Would consider removing this camera.
2) the pool area was unsafe for young children. Several broken tiles and the pavement area has seen better days. The pool was not clean. And the lights in the pool worked for a short time while we were there and stopped working on the second to last day we were there.
3) no access to the garage means no access to electrical panel, which means when one of the breakers blow, you’re out of luck!
4.0
Great little place. Nice decor and amenities. Neighborhood is ok. Need to turn off the scald proofing on the guest shower. Overall it was great.
4.0
Right place for the right time
Great little place. Nice decor and amenities. Neighborhood is ok. Need to turn off the scald proofing on the guest shower. Overall it was great.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Riverview?
The average price for a rental in Riverview is $261 per night. This rental is $320 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Waterfront Rancher Retreat - Exotic Bird Haven. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Waterfront Rancher Retreat - Exotic Bird Haven. Enjoy the water!
Is Waterfront Rancher Retreat - Exotic Bird Haven pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Waterfront Rancher Retreat - Exotic Bird Haven?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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