Private Dock Retreat on Ruskin's Waterfront

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A sunset over a body of water with palm trees and a dock.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a lake through large sliding doors.
A waterfront walkway leading to a dock with a table and chairs, a boat, and a blue umbrella.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a large window overlooking a body of water.
A modern living room with two grey leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ruskin, FL
  • Place, Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, E.G. Simmons Regional Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Tampa Bay
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional sleeping 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1 (Blue Heron Room)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (Coastal Room)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (Oar Room)

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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About the area

Ruskin

Located in Ruskin, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while Salvador Dali Museum and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tropicana Field, or consider a night out at Showtown Bar & Grill. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Ruskin Family Drive-In - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Tampa Bay - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Apollo Beach Dog Park - 12 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 32 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los 7 Hermanos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beanie's Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Golf Course Community - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Dock Retreat on Ruskin's Waterfront pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Dock Retreat on Ruskin's Waterfront?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Dock Retreat on Ruskin's Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Dock Retreat on Ruskin's Waterfront?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Dock Retreat on Ruskin's Waterfront located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and well decorated home. Fully stocked and gorgeous viewsFabulous host
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you loved the home, we take a lot of pride in making it comfortable and welcoming to everyone that stays at the house.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Stay!

Excellent! Rooms were spacious, the open floor plan is fantastic, the dock was super easily accessible, and the renovated bathrooms were awesome!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Dec 2025
Great guests and would love for Enrique to stay with us again. Thank you so much for the kind words and positive review. We appreciated how clean the house was kept and how respectful the renters were.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful water views

This location worked great for a graduation I was attending. We really enjoyed the open layout and that water view is gorgeous! We even saw a great horned owl in the tree while enjoying a quiet evening on the dock. It was a quick trip so we didn't have a chance to use the kayaks that were available unfortunately.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bachelor weekend

Stayed here for my bachelor weekend, definitely a nice house for friends or even family. Everything was nice and cleaned, Frank (the owner) was a great host! I’ll definitely be booking here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2025
Devin was our first booking and a pleasure to work with. The party was respectful of the community and my neighbors did not even know there were 6 guys at the house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway with a great view! My family enjoyed a great extended weekend here. The home is newly remodeled and in excellent condition. Kitchen is very accommodating for a family of 6. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've been visiting Ruskin 5 or 6 times a year to fish for 14 years, and this is the best combination of quality and value that we've experienced with a rental property. It's an adorable home which seems to have been recently renovated. The owner did a great job, sparing no expense, with excellent interior artistry, top-notch materials, and high-end appliances. The house sits on the bay with a 180-degree view of the water. The property is tastefully decorated, and the beds are incredibly comfortable. The house was immaculate when we arrived, and everything was in working order.It's located in a quiet neighborhood....It offers everything we look for and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2025
We are so happy you loved the house! We put a lot of love into it and appreciate you noticing! Thank you for keeping the house in amazing condition and would love to host you again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Moe shamout

We had an absolutely incredible stay at 108 Janie Street in Ruskin, Florida! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The property itself is beautiful, with truly amazing views that made every morning and evening feel special. The boating and fishing were unbelievable—perfect for relaxing and making unforgettable family memories.One of the highlights for us was how welcoming the home was for our whole family, including our kids and dogs. It’s not always easy to find a place that accommodates everyone so comfortably, and this made a huge difference.Frank and Lara were some of the best hosts we’ve ever had. They were extremely responsive, accommodating, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience. Their recommendations for local food spots were spot on and really helped us enjoy the area even more.By the end of our stay, it felt like we hadn’t just visited a rental—we had made new friends. We can’t recommend this place highly enough and would absolutely love to come back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can't say enough about our wonderful experience renting this property over Thanksgiving week! To start, the pictures don't do the place justice. The house was beautiful and spacious, with a huge kitchen that made cooking a large meal a pleasure. Seating areas with TVs at both ends of the house gave us a chance to spread out and enjoy the amazing view of the water. We spent a lot of time outside on the dock. In addition to good fishing, we saw manatees, dolphins, ospreys and beautiful sunsets.There was a lot of thought put into the design and furnishing of this house, with plenty of comfortable seating and all the amenities you could ask for. The kitchen had essentially everything we needed to cook and a well-stocked coffee bar. All the appliances were new, and the place was immaculately clean.Last but certainly not least, our hosts Frank and Lara were incredibly responsive and bent over backwards to make our stay comfortable. They clearly love their house and work very hard to give their guests the best possible experience. We will absolutely be coming back. Thank you!
We had the space for an endless Thanksgiving buffet.
Seating for 8 (we had 7) at the dining room table.
Sunset from the dock.
Another beautiful sunset.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2025
We are so happy you loved the house and all the love we put into making it a home away from home. Thank you for staying with us, keeping the house in great condition and we can’t wait to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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