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Waterfront/Pet friendly-7 min walk to Beach-TikiBar-Pool-Boat rentals-Marina-Gym

Bayside holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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Fire pit and chairs for guest use
Resort Entrance
View of on site apartments from Tampa Bay
View from queen bedrooms street side

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8148 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Ruskin, FL
  • Place, Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, E.G. Simmons Regional Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ruskin Family Drive-In
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom upstairs

1 King Bed

Pack n Play

1 Crib

Queen bedroom main floor

1 Queen Bed

Queen bedroom upstairs

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Floor Hallway

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Master Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Queen Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront/Pet friendly-7 min walk to Beach-TikiBar-Pool-Boat rentals-Marina-Gym

The best sunsets are at Little Harbor on Bahia Beach. Our well appointed townhome faces west and is beautifully furnished. It features new table & dining chairs, new sofa & love seat, 4 terraces, 2 overlooking the harbor (where manatees and dolphins have been spotted swimming), 4 TVs, cable, internet, washer/dryer, granite counter tops, and stainless steel appliances. Tile and hardwood floors throughout. The main bedroom has a king poster bed and en-suite bath, the 2nd bedroom has a queen bed with en-suite bath, and the 3rd bedroom has a queen bed and is located next to the main bath. Plus we have a queen air mattress available and a pack n play.

The townhome is in the Resort & Club at Little Harbor which is right on Tampa Bay between Tampa and Sarasota but away from the crowds.

The beach is just yards from our home. On the beachfront you can enjoy full service dining all day, the tiki bar with live entertainment, and the beautiful sunsets over Tampa Bay. There are two restaurants, plus the community offers a private beach, heated pool, outdoor fire pit, hot tub, basketball, pickle ball, tennis, playground, boating, and 2 marinas with slips.

Golf cart available for an additional fee through the owner or other sources and is not included in the rent.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Small dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Pets not allowed on the sofa or love seat

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ruskin

Located in Ruskin, this holiday home is near theme parks and 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. Manatee Viewing Center and Andersen Race Park are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Ruskin Family Drive-In - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Apollo Beach Dog Park - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Gannon University Ruskin Campus - 11 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 33 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beanie's Sports Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Harbor Tiki Beach Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront/Pet friendly-7 min walk to Beach-TikiBar-Pool-Boat rentals-Marina-Gym have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Waterfront/Pet friendly-7 min walk to Beach-TikiBar-Pool-Boat rentals-Marina-Gym pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Waterfront/Pet friendly-7 min walk to Beach-TikiBar-Pool-Boat rentals-Marina-Gym?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront/Pet friendly-7 min walk to Beach-TikiBar-Pool-Boat rentals-Marina-Gym?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront/Pet friendly-7 min walk to Beach-TikiBar-Pool-Boat rentals-Marina-Gym?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront/Pet friendly-7 min walk to Beach-TikiBar-Pool-Boat rentals-Marina-Gym located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 147 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The owners were wonderful, great at responding to questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Wonderful place!

This was the perfect property for our family! Lots to do in the area and withing walking distance to so many fun activities!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

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

Weekend Getaway

Really nice home and great location. The security makes you feel safe as well. Would definitely like to book another trip here in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandy s.

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

Wonderful vacation

Everything was wonderful. Would rent this property again
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Great Place!

The stay was excellent. I hope next year they have a fitness facility and pickleball courts. The condo was outstanding and owners were awesome.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

April L.

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

Beautiful Location

We absolutely enjoyed our stay. A beautiful home, water view, manatees feeding in the inlet, and we were minutes away from fishing, pool, beach area etc. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Laura S.

Exactly as advertised.

Great home in a nice property. Sunset grill restaurant and the beach were a short walk away. Great food and beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Shasta M.

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

Annual friends trip

Wonderful place and location. This unit was one of the cleanest places we’ve stayed. We will definitely put this place on our list to visit again. Plenty of room. Plenty of linens/cooking items. We watched manatees playing outside on the patio every day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F.

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

Nice beachless getaway

The condo and hosts were as advertised- 10/10. Beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo with gorgeous views of the tampa bay. Every room had it's own balcony which was a major plus for our group. The complex was super nice & welcoming. We did rent a golf cart and would recommend as the unit is a trek to the pools, gym, restaurants & bay area. Vacationers should know, Bahia "beach" is a bay that feels like a lake with a manmade beach that has warning signs against swimming due to contamination/ potential illness. The "beach" is also NOT pet friendly. Don't get me wrong, the view is beautiful, but if you are looking for a BEACH vacation, this isn't it.We drove to Fort De Soto, Clearwater, St. Pete Beach, & Ana Maria island for our beach fix. Nearly one hour each way with Florida tolls.We will not be returning, because we are beach bums, but if you are looking for a stay in the Tampa Bay and not your typical beach vaca, this is a great spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ron S.

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

Nice experience

Great condo. Very clean. Nice location. Great, friendly restaurant near by. Ease of use and communications. Only downfall was no TP upon arrival and master bedroom’s a/c wasn’t working well. Owner was to have it repaired. Overall good experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karen T.

Comfy home in a great, quiet area

We had a wonderful stay here. Comfy home with everything you need. My kids loved the pool and beach. We all loved sitting on the balcony watching the fish jump in the inlet every morning. There is also a drive in movie theater nearby that shows family friendly movies. The owners are very responsive to questions....even ones where the answers are right in front of you (vacation brain). Would recommend this place to others!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place!

Family of 5, plenty of room, beautifully decorated, kitchen has everything you'd need, she thought of everything through and through. House took a long while to cool down, but in all fairness it was 100 degrees out! Two broken things in master but we worked around them easily. The complex needs to do a better job of signage, but that is zero reflection on the homeowner. Would definitely stay again!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Jo W.

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

Manatees, Dolphins, and Relaxation, Oh My!

This was such a hidden treasure! Watching the manatees off the deck was my favorite, but the private beach, pool/hot tub (also where you watch the dolphins!), appetizers from Hooks (in the complex at the pool), and watching the sunset while eating at Sunset Grill (in the complex at the beach) were close seconds. The kids also enjoyed the game room and basketball court. Everything I mentioned is in the complex and an easy walk if you don't want to drive. The location is also about an hour from other great places to check out. For those of you with kids, it's good to know that there is a first-floor bedroom next to a common bathroom, thenthe next floor has another bedroom (with its own bathroom), and the master (also its own bathroom). Each room has its own deck (the master looks over the Manatee's grove) and spacious closet and drawer space. If you're looking for a peaceful location--look no further. You are surrounded by peace here! Side note: The owners checked in on Day 1 to ensure everything was all set. This was very much appreciated (just in case), and I was happy to say that everything met our expectations (exceeded, really!).
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Wollaston M.

The area was nice; condo was very disappointing

The unit was not clean; living room sofas were dirty; the living/ dining room furniture was in poor condition (dining room chair legs were very loose and had to be tightened as did the table). Dishes, pots and pans, glasses, cups and silverware were not clean. First floor bathroom toilet did not flush properly and the water ran occasionally. Second floor guest bathroom shower curtain moldy and tub was very slow to drain. Vertical blinds in all rooms need repair or replacement.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was welcoming. The VRBO was decorated beautifully. The location and amenities were fantastic - pool, exercise room, beach, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing very easy to get a hold of everything was perfect I loved all the balcony’s and separate bathrooms it was like everyone had the own little sweet! The kitchen was fully stocked they had everything and it was just great!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Came to visit my son and his family in Tampa. Condo was only 25 minutes away. There were 4 of us visiting and we had lots of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jody T.

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

Nice quiet property

We stayed here in July and it happened to be a heat wave with extreme heat warnings everyday. This may change our review based on the heat . This condo was very easy to find and access. It was not as close to the beach as we thought it would be and the beach was in the bay not the gulf. You had to pay 4 an hour to park there but you could walk there in around 6 minutes if it wasn't so hot. The pool was just as far away and the grill was located by the pool so a drive or walk away from the condo. The Condo was very nice with a few little nuance things like the lights connected to the ceiling fans in the master and living room didn't work. The master bedroom was very warm no matter how far down we turned the AC. The other upstairs bedroom however was fridged. The living space was great for 5 adults. We did watch manatees surface on and off in the canal outside the balcony but the canal was very dark water and you could only see the nose. It's is an hour drive to any gulf side beach so not really convent if you want to go out to the gulf. Because of the heat the beach in the resort is closed at times due to harmful bacteria. The tiki bar was closed. We did really enjoy the pool however. Julie was extremely responsive and able to answer all our questions. We had a nice time. May chose somewhere closer to gulf side beaches next time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Great Condo

We enjoyed our stay at this location. Very accommodating and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kami M.

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

Ruskin stay

The place was great, exactly like it was advertised, no surprises. They provided anything you might need. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ally C.

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

Great home, confusing neighborhood

The actual townhome was lovely – really well kept, nice finishes and plenty of space for our group of 3 adults and 2 kids. The kitchen had what we needed to make a quick dinner and a couple breakfasts, and the balconies off the living space bedrooms were really nice. Note though that it is a 3-story townhome (the first floor is a garage) so you're met with a lot of steps. My only reason for removing 1 star was that it was pretty confusing getting around the property. There are "no parking, violators will be towed" signs everywhere, and it's not really clear what's considered part of the property vs private spaces owned by other buildings, so I was never sure where it was OK to park. With small kids and older parents with me, the walk to the beach and pool were a bit too far to walk, so this parking issue came up a lot.The facilities at the beach were confusing as well. Maybe it was the time of year, but the bathrooms at what I guess is the beach club were closed. The beach itself was great – soft sand and gentle waves and shallow for a good long ways, great for younger kids.Overall, would highly recommend this rental for maybe a couples getaway (plenty of space to spread out!) but with less-mobile guests, having to drive to to the beach and pool was a little tedious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie l.

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

Simply lovely

Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

eyalgott

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

The perfect family getaway in Ruskin, Florida!

Our family vacation at this incredible townhouse, was nothing short of perfection! From the moment we stepped inside, we were blown away by the thoughtful details, and unbeatable comfort that this property offered.The townhouse was immaculate, with a decor that made us feel right at home. The spacious layout was perfect for our family, giving everyone plenty of room to relax. The fully-equipped kitchen was a dream, allowing us to prepare meals together with ease.The location was another highlight. Nestled in a peaceful spot, the townhouse was just minutes from the beach. We loved spending our mornings exploring the area. The hosts went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. They truly made us feel like VIPs. Every question was answered promptly, and their attention to detail was impeccable. This townhouse exceeded every expectation and was the perfect backdrop for creating lasting family memories. We’re already planning our next visit and wouldn’t dream of staying anywhere else.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

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

Amazing property

This condo was absolutely beautiful. We couldn't have been happier. From the adorable decorations on the inside to the amazing comfortable beds! We were also impressed with how many items the place had that you need for every day vacation living! The kitchen was stocked with utensils, baking wear, and more just like at home! I got up every morning and was able to make us real meals. We will definitely be coming back to this place for another family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Julie & Mark Campbell

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We live in Indiana but just love Florida. While visiting earlier, we began looking for property to purchase for future use. We stayed at the hotel here in The Resort & Club at Little Harbor and fell in love with this area. The rest is history and here we are.

Why they chose this property

We chose this community because it truly is a quiet, private, off the beaten path treasure. A hidden gem if you will!

What makes this property unique

The benefits are awesome here. You can do as much or as little as you like. The area offers tranquility yet is within 1/2 to 1 1/2 hours of everything. Busch Gardens, Adventure Water Park, Lego Land, Disney, Bradenton, Anna Maria Island, and all Tampa and St. Pete have to offer, shopping, restaurants, theater, golf, airports, outlets, etc. It is right on Tampa Bay and has incredible sunsets and absolutely amazing weather.

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