| set on the banks of the alafia river, this refined b&b is a mile from i-75, 6 minutes' walk from the alafia scrub nature preserve trailhead and 9 miles from the manatee viewing center. there's also a 2-bedroom house that has a kitchen, a fireplace and a dining area. amenities include an outdoor pool, a bbq and lawn games, as well as a deck with seating. offering shared, private or en suite bathrooms, the warm rooms are individually furnished and provide wi-fi, plus use of a shared kitchen and lounge. some rooms offer whirlpool tubs and/or sitting areas. kayak and paddleboard rentals are available. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. minimum-stay rules apply
Tampa International Airport 28 min
Lithia Springs Park (22 min)
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