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Private Beach: 'Hidden Shack By the Bay' in Ruskin

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Ruskin Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 700 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a lake, wooden benches, and colorful Adirondack chairs.
Fire Pit
Covered Patio | Outdoor Kitchen | Gas Grill
Living Room | Full Sleeper Sofa | Central Heating & A/C | Free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Ruskin, FL
  • Place, Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ruskin Family Drive-In
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Tampa Bay
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
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 MacDill Air Force Base and Salvador Dali Museum are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider Showtown Bar & Grill and Rivers Edge Bar and Grill. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
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Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Ruskin Family Drive-In - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Tampa Bay - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Gannon University Ruskin Campus - 11 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 32 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los 7 Hermanos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beanie's Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Golf Course Community - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach: 'Hidden Shack By the Bay' in Ruskin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Beach: 'Hidden Shack By the Bay' in Ruskin?

As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Beach: 'Hidden Shack By the Bay' in Ruskin on 8 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,458, 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.

How much is parking at Private Beach: 'Hidden Shack By the Bay' in Ruskin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Beach: 'Hidden Shack By the Bay' in Ruskin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach: 'Hidden Shack By the Bay' in Ruskin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Beach: 'Hidden Shack By the Bay' in Ruskin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tampa Bay and Ruskin Family Drive-In. E.G. Simmons Regional Park and Gannon University Ruskin Campus are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our weekend stay at the Hidden Shack. It was the perfect was to relax after spending a day at Busch Gardens. We love being on the water. The extra amenities were great. We got to paddle board and kayak for the first time, enjoyed fishing, catching crabs, and finding seashells. We will definitely be back.
Beautiful Good Friday sunset!
Catching baby crabs
Sunset paddle boarding
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful

So much love has went into this place. Everything is available for what your heart desires. The owners have covered everything. It’s away from everything but close to anything you want to do. We had a visit from some dolphins, a family of raccoons many birds and plenty of fish. You can sit at the edge of the beach and watch the hermit crabs. At night a fire and relax after a busy day of doing nothing or visiting the hustle and bustle of the city near by.
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