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Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly

Lakefront guesthouse in Odessa with a water park

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Front entrance of guest house
Lakefront Guest House
Bathroom
Lake/backyard view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
AU$193
avg per night

Explore the area

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  • Place, Westfield Citrus Park
  • Place, Tampa Bay Downs
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Family Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$193
avg per night

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About the area

Odessa

Located in Odessa, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Check out an event or a game at Raymond James Stadium, and consider making time for Adventure Island, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Keystone Lake - 14 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Westfield Citrus Park - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Tampa Bay Downs - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 26 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 30 min drive - 30.6 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 28 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Toast - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Keystone Corner - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly

Lakefront guesthouse-full kitchen living room-very large bedroom and full bath. On 2.5 acres. Beautifully newly decorated. Two flat screen TVs with Ruku-WiFi -high end laminate flooring-comfortable high thread count sheets on unbelievably comfortable queen bed. All kitchen appliances with coffee bar with Keurig. Wooded rural setting with beautiful views of ski lake-private exit to lake access. Wood deck outside guesthouse. Ample parking space. In unit washer and dryer. The property is rural and quiet. Not for people who want to be in a city....lol. The property is a farm-like setting with chickens, 2 Nigerian dwarf goats, a Khatadan lamb, a lab mix, and a Great Pyrenees. We also have 2 ducks and 3 miniature donkeys.

The property is in a very private, quiet area of Odessa. We are on a dead-end street with very little traffic. The following information should help you to decide if this stay would be for you before you arrive, and are disappointed.

The property does contain THREE houses - the lakehouse, the guesthouse, and the main house (where we live). All have access to the backyard.

I have included photos that illustrate the proximity of the three houses. PLEASE UNDERSTAND: This is NOT an isolated house alone on the lake. Please do not book if this will be a problem for you.

PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT WE ARE PET FRIENDLY. We are clean freaks and we clean very thoroughly after each guest, but as pet parents know, those animal hairs are tricky little things and as hard as we try to find them all, we may miss some. Also some larger items (sofas, chairs, decorative pillows, etc.) are not replaced after each guest. Please understand that if you are allergic to animals, don't care for animals, are offended by the occasional pet hair or paw print that might have been missed while cleaning, or in general do not like or are unfamiliar with spaces where animals have been, please do not book with us.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
1) We obviously love animals and welcome housebroken dogs and cats with litter boxes. BUT, Please don't book if your dog uses potty pads. We have wood floors. We have not charged a pet fee in the past. Unfortunately not all guests have been courteous in cleaning up after their pets. Our cleaner is charging us an additional fee after stays with pets. To cover this cost, we must add a pet fee to our bookings. So sorry-We tried to avoid this!!!!

2) We love scents and use Wallflower essential oil plugins. If you are allergic or prefer no scent, please let us know and we will remove them before your arrival.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Air mattresses and bedding available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
VERY pet friendly
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly on 6 Dec 2025 start from AU$323.84, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly located?

Situated on a lake, this guesthouse is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Lake Rogers Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Keystone Lake and Brooker Creek Headwaters Nature Preserve. Crescent Lake and Old McMicky's Farm are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

Farm and lake stay at Malfini Cay Pet Friendly Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christien

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

Great Experience!

This was our second time staying at this property because the first stay was such a great experience. This time around was just as good and we really enjoyed our stay. Laurel was very accommodating and helped to make our visit very enjoyable. I’m looking forward to staying here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

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

First timer

This was my first experience with VRBO or competitor and it was great. The property was fantastic for me and my two dogs and the host was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

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

Beautiful Property and Great Host

The title says it all. It is a great place with fenced yard right outside the door. My stay left nothing to be desired.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark s.

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

Very nice!

Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

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

Silver Dollar

We enjoyed our stay! It was close to the events my husband and son were competing in. Felt right at home and was super clean!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadett D.

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

Best Place Ever!!

We have been spending the winters in Florida for many years. This Cottage was by far the absolute best! We really enjoyed relaxing on the deck in the early morning looking out at the lake. In two months I fell in love with the donkeys, goats and Lambe the sheep. Laurel was an excellent host and came to be a great friend by the time we left. We didn’t want to leave. The cottage was immaculate, the bed was so comfy! Meeting the renters in the lake house was an added bonus. Sitting together enjoying the evening was a great way to end the day. Odessa is quiet and beautiful yet so close to Tampa, Tarpon Springs, Dunedin and other fun places. Laurel‘s dogs, Zuri and Lola.were very well behaved and got along great with our German Shepherd. Can’t wait to go back. Next time I may never leave!
Stayed 63 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Best Guest House!

We truly enjoyed our 2 month stay at the guest house. The house was beautifully decorated and equipped for our family of three, dog and three cats. Loved fishing on the lake, playing with the donkeys and goats, and relaxing. Laurel and Wesley are very friendly and helpful, definitely would stay again.
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

amara d.

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

Guesthouse

Nice space with everything you need. Everything was just as advertised! Great place to stay
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

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

Odessa Fl. Malfini Cay

This location was just perfect for us. Off of the beaten path but within 10 to 15 minutes of activities and very nice restaurants. The guest house is perfect, quiet and functional with all of the amenities. This was a working vacation for us, we set up an office and the internet was excellent. Laurel was a great host and we will definitely come back here in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

james a.

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

Fun to be in the real Florida

Instead of restaurants we were able to have guests visit us. Yeah
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Beautiful cozy hideaway

Beautifully furnished, with great attention to details. Very comfortable and all the amenities you could ever want. The most accommodating and friendly host we’ve ever had! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

The Farm

The property was just as described. The host was courteous, affable and just a fun person. The animals were fun, well mannered and such a variety of personals. Our dog, obviously a very pet friendly place, was absolutely overjoyed to meet the goats, the donkeys the sheep and chickens as well as the host’s 2 dogs. All in all we spent a most relaxing and enjoyable month at the farm and will be making plans for a return visit.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

“Swifties”

Laurel we loved your property!! My daughter and I stayed in the guest house of which was absolutely beautiful! We didn’t want to leave!! Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your home!!:) Everything was perfect!!:)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia R.

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

Fun on the farm by the city!

Great place as a home base while we explored Tampa and saw family in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

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

Cute guest house on a small lake

We really enjoyed our stay here. The guest house is part of a larger property. It has been recently remodeled and is very nice. They have thought of everything they we could have possibly wanted to enjoy our stay. The owners are very accessible for any quick requests. We brought our dog along and that worked well, too. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey K.

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

Lovely property

Clean, cozy, and good location in relation to where we needed to be. Our daughter loved seeing the donkeys each morning. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

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

Great pet friendly spot

Owners thought of everything for a great stay. They have a large fenced in yard that our dog loved. Hosts were friendly and very accommodating. Location was good. Lots to do in Tampa, St Pete, Tarpon Springs, Dunedin and Clearwater.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Relaxing Getaway

We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this lovely place to anyone. It was so peaceful and relaxing. We enjoyed just walking around the property and seeing the lake view and all the animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristie O.

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

Great Getaway

We enjoyed the guest house, property and animals. We were able to make a nice Thanksgiving meal with kitchen equipment. It was relaxing and comfortable. The hostess was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elena S.

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

Great place to stay

Great location. Amazing clean rooms. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great

Wonderful so comfortable and fun. We will return .w we felt right at home .

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Dog Show Haven

We stayed here during the large AKC dog show held yearly in Tampa- we had 3 of our fur babies with us and had a wonderful time- the property was outstanding and we thoroughly enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katherine “Scottie” B.

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

It’s perfect!

We found everything exactly as expected and more! The property owners are wonderful hosts and have thought of everything. The guesthouse is tastefully decorated, spacious, clean, and the setting is, oh, so beautiful. I traveled with my son, daughter and our dogs. We were very comfortable and had everything we needed. From our first moment on the property, we felt welcomed and couldn’t have asked for nicer accommodations and hospitality. We loved meeting the animals too! Our only disappointment was not being able to spend more time there. As stated before, it’s perfect!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

JEAN GUY D.

It's an incredible experience!

What a beautiful month we had! Relaxation was our goal and we enjoyed every minute. Laurel and Wesley are just exceptional and their goal is to make you happy. The guesthouse is very efficient and well decorated. We are already booked for next year!
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beverly M.

Definitely 5 stars! Gorgeously decorated & dog-friendly too!

My niece, 3 large dogs & myself stayed at Laurel's mini-farm for about a week. Conveniently located to lots of attractions but still a country setting. We absolutely loved it. My niece loved interacting with the animals & seeing my dogs' reactions to the sheep, goats & chickens. Her 2 dogs were also so friendly. Laurel was a delight that my niece liked talking to on the hammock. I definitely would recommend her place to anyone & if I vacation in the Tampa area again I will definitely check for availability at Laurel's!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018