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Tiny House , Big Vibes Illuminated Backyard Escape

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 29 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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St. Petersburg, FL
  • Place, Boyd Hill Nature Preserve
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, All Children's Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Florida-St. Petersburg
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

St. Petersburg

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in St. Petersburg, a 4-minute drive from Tampa Bay and 5 minutes from Salvador Dali Museum. .This vacation home is 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from John's Pass Village & Boardwalk and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches.
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What's nearby

  • Boyd Hill Nature Preserve - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kindred Hospital Bay Area - St. Petersburg - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • All Children's Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Bayfront Medical Center - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • University of South Florida-St. Petersburg - 6 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gyros & Seafood Express - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Chattaway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Tiny House , Big Vibes Illuminated Backyard Escape

Magical Tiny House Oasis | Outdoor Shower + Pool + Near Downtown St. Pete

Escape to this fun and magical loft-style tiny house, tucked away in a colorful shared backyard oasis just minutes from vibrant Downtown St. Petersburg! Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or adventurers looking for a unique stay, this cozy retreat offers comfort, creativity, and a splash of whimsy.

Loft-Style Bed – Snuggle up in the cozy sleeping loft
Private Outdoor Shower – Refresh under the stars in your own secluded space
Shared Backyard Amenities –

Lounge areas with hammocks & colorful lighting

Sparkling pool to beat the Florida heat

BBQ grill, games, cornhole, and outdoor TV

Chill vibes & a community feel

The space is full of character, with playful touches and artistic flair. Whether you're kicking back after exploring St. Pete’s beaches, breweries, or art scene — or staying in for a backyard hang — this spot is all about good vibes and great memories.

Located just a short ride from downtown, the pier, Tropicana Field, and local hotspots!

Ideal for weekend getaways, creative escapes, or a memorable home base while exploring the area.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop and a microwave. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 96 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 10lb or less, Inform host of approval before book

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Revised in a case by case basis.

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether 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

Hidden Gem Tiny Home With Backyard Coolness Cabin
Hidden Gem Tiny Home With Backyard Coolness St. Petersburg
Hidden Gem Tiny Home With Backyard Coolness Cabin St. Petersburg

Tiny House , Big Vibes Illuminated Backyard Escape Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a unique well thought out place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Leanna E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Just…….dang

I’ve felt safer and seen better sights in Tijuana and Juarez after dark. An absolute disaster. We ended up leaving for a hotel. Do not book unless you’re looking for a truly unsettling experience full of harassment from neighbors (who are RIGHT on top of you).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bridal cabin

I stayed here the night before my wedding with my bridal party and was able to have the rehearsal dinner there with everyone as well! It was so open and cozy. We had a blast in the hot tub and just relaxing on the porches and bedrooms. Would love to come back and spend more time there!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Gabrielle V.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Exposed Wiring on Property/Dental floss on Grounds

We arrived in the evening. Although we had immediate concern with the neighborhood, we wanted to give it a try. We slept in the house one night after meeting our cordial host however in the morning we were surprised to see all the exposed wiring on the grounds of the property and as a result had concerns about safety. In addition, my husband found a dental floss outside on the grounds near the outdoor shower. The cushions on the grounds of the property are also moldy and stained. The host understood we were not happy and he and I were respectful to each other. I offered to explain the issues to him after we settled up on everything but thus far it has been his choice not to correspond further. I mean no disrespect to the owner and I truly think he does not realize that the condition and cleanliness of the grounds is unsafe. I think he could clean this up and people would enjoy staying here. The cushions for the futon inside the tiny house were very comfortable.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We are a bit indifferent about this property. To start, we knew this place was small, which was fine, however, the bed is a loft style bed which is about 6ft in the air and once you get up there you only have about maybe 2ft or less of room from the bed to the ceiling. This would be perfect for kids or some 20-year old's, but if you are older like us even mid 30's it was really hard to climb up there, move around and get comfy. The only way we were able to use the space is move the mattress from up top to underneath placing it on the pull-out bed. Secondly, pictures of the back yard are a lot nicer than what we showed up too. Weeds growing everywhere with overgrown bushes you have to walk through. Those two things are not that big of an issue as this last one. We thought we were going to be able to have this back yard to ourselves throughout our stay, however, one night we came back, and another family was unloading their car walking into the back yard. Not really knowing what was going on, they said that they rented the RV trailer that was in the same back yard as us. The lack of knowing this really made us feel at unease knowing that we had to shower outside and had share a space that we thought we had to ourselves. On top of that, this other family of 3 adults had a newborn. If we had known this, we would have picked a different place to stay because we came of vacation to be alone. Overall, it was OK, but needs to have better communication about what you are getting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

GARY H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small but great Location!

We enjoyed our stay - the location was close to the beach and shopping. A great Cycling location. The Property Manager was great! Thanks for a great holiday!!
Stayed 89 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

joshue G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great tiny place to stay. Quite and relaxing.

Minor issues, the fence you walk into is metal, so you have to be quite when going to the car late night. The outdoor shower is private and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little slice of paradise!!!

This trip was planned as an anniversary trip for my wife and I. I heard about VRBO from my sister, who booked a trip and loved it, so we decided to give it a try. Best decision ever!!! We found this adorable little converted trailer. After looking a little further, we found a tiny house, on the same property!!! We have future plans on living tiny, after our kids are grown, so this was perfect!! We made our reservation, and waited.... When our trip finally came, and we arrived, it looked like a normal, cute house...... But, the backyard...... Was so perfect! Adorable and well put together. The tiny house was exactly as pictured and described, and it was perfect! The bed was comfortable, but if you're tall like me(5'10"), the loft will be tight. However, this was not a deal breaker, as we knew the dimensions of the space when we reserved it. The pool isn't huge, but is clean and perfect for hanging out on a hot day. The owner was out scrubbing the pool one of the days we were there and it looked nice when he was done! The neighborhood isn't fancy, but its exactly what I expected for the area. Cute, quaint, older houses. The neighborhood was quiet the entire time we were there, and it was spring break week. Well located to get to just about everything. The owner was very pleasant and hospitible. We thoroughly enjoyed our time, and we will be back to the area and will definitely be back to this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Read and re-read. I have a mixed review.

I arrived at night and the neighborhood was questionable. There were people standing on the corner at the curb store. When I pulled up to the home, I was instructed to park on the road. There were several people hanging around in the road by vehicles, which was uncomfortable. When I entered the property it was nice. (Cameras were placed all around) We entered the tiny home...and it's just that...TINY. it was nice but tiny. The only shower is outside. While it is nice, it is open on top, not totally enclosed. When you enter and exit the shower (right outside the front door) the neighbors window is glaring right at you. There were stains all over the futon/couch bed. I slept on the floor one night and I literally had room to wrap in a blanket and lay down. I am 5'2" and not a large person. I had no room to stretch my body out. The first night there was a person walking in the yard. I was startled until I realized the camper on the property is a vrbo rental as well. The second night I arrived to music blaring in the yard and three different strange men sprawled out all over. Again. I was very uneasy, not realizing I was going to be sharing a community yard with other people. I was with my teenage and adult children and it just wasn't cool. I also realized that the code to get into the property was the same code to get into our tiny home. The back gate had a huge opening as well. Unless you are ok vacationing in intimate spaces with strangers, beware that you may have various people staying in close quarters with you. It was a nice property, I must have misunderstood the listing. I do think it needs to be clear that you will not have a quiet stay alone. I also suggest the futon mattress be replaced or cleaned of the stains.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020