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Beach Resort! 3bdrm 3 bth- Quick walk to the beach, restaurants, bars, pools, fitness center and so much more!

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Ruskin, FL
  • Tampa Bay
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • MacDill Air Force Base
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Salvador Dali Museum
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Beach Resort! 3bdrm 3 bth- Quick walk to the beach, restaurants, bars, pools, fitness center and so much more!

Welcome to Little Harbor Beach Community — a laid‑back, waterfront paradise on Tampa Bay’s south shore. Enjoy our private beach perfect for swimming and sunbathing, two sparkling pools, a brand‑new pier (2025) with waterfront firepits, and a variety of sports courts including pickleball, tennis, shuffle board and basketball. Families will love the playground, arcade playroom, and pet owners will appreciate the dog run (select rentals
are pet‑friendly). Stay active at the fitness center with its scenic upstairs terrace, or relax at one of our two onsite waterfront restaurants — Sunset Bar & Grill for tiki‑style beach dining and Hooks Waterfront Bar & Grill for American favorites with canal views. Explore with golf cart rentals, narrated eco‑tours, sunset cruises, or kayak adventures nearby. These activities are operated by our local vendors. Whether you’re here for sunsets, seafood, or simply a slower pace, Little Harbor offers the perfect blend of Florida charm and coastal fun.
Relax in comfort at our spacious 3 bedroom home with balconies overlooking the tranquil canal. Fully furnished and featuring a well equipped kitchen, this home is perfect for families or groups. Parking and Wi Fi are included, with no limit on vehicles — overflow parking is available throughout the community. For your stay, we provide linens, bath towels, and two beach chairs (beach towels available upon request). Additional chairs can be rented directly on our beach.
Located near all community amenities, you can easily walk or drive to the pools, private beach, pier, sports courts, fitness center, and arcade playroom. Free parking zones are available for the beach and amenities — be sure to park in the correct lot to avoid pay to park tickets. Guests receive a pool pass and parking pass; additional passes are available upon request.
The pools close at sunset and reopen each morning, with the water heated in winter. Restaurants open daily at 11am, and community amenities operate year round, unless closed for maintenance or renovations. Enjoy fishing from the pier or canals (please follow posted rules — no cleaning or disposing of fish on site). Whether you’re here to soak up the sun, enjoy waterside dining, or explore all that Little Harbor has to offer, this home provides the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm.
Disclosure: Your rental rate includes access to community amenities at no extra charge. Third‑party vendors (such as tour operators, kayak rentals, or golf cart rentals) are independent and not affiliated with this home. While amenities are available for your enjoyment, we cannot guarantee they will be open at all times, as closures
may occur due to maintenance, repairs, or natural events such as storms. No refunds or discounts are provided for any amenity closures or availability issues. The rental of our property and the cost of the property is 100% cost of rental space being used not for amenities. Use of amenities is 100% complimentary, no additional fees added.
Check In & Maintenance Info
When you arrive, we suggest doing a quick walk through and letting us know right away if you spot anything that needs attention. If something urgent comes up, we’ll schedule our maintenance team or cleaning crew to come by. If you’re not home during the scheduled time, please be sure to give us permission to enter so we can take care of it for you.
We do not offer reimbursements for inconveniences. Instead, we’ll work quickly to offer solutions — such as sending maintenance or cleaners, or in some cases, moving you to another property. Non urgent items can be noted and will be handled after your stay unless you’d like them addressed sooner. We will not tolerate guests who are looking to stay for free or looking to scam homeowners. We believe that mutual respect and communication is crucial for a successful stay. These are large homes and like with any home, issues can arise. We kindly ask that guests understand that communication and cooperation is key to resolving a maintenance or cleaning issue. Our responsiveness and willingness to resolve anything to ensure a good stay is guarantee


Things to Know Before You Book:

To keep everyone comfy, the AC can’t be set lower than 70°F. We don’t provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash, detergent, salt, pepper, or cooking oils — so please bring your favorites. For sanitary reasons, we can’t store food products.

When you arrive, you’ll find a small starter supply waiting for you:
• 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom
• 1 roll of paper towels for the kitchen
• 2 tall kitchen trash bags
• 1 dishwasher pod
• Dish soap, sponge, and hand soap
Pack what you’ll need for the rest of your stay, and you’ll be all set for a great trip!


FLOOR PLAN:

* First Floor: is the garage and carport.
* Second Floor: living room with a queen sleeper sofa, kitchen, dining, half bath, washer/dryer and large balcony, queen bedroom with a full bath.
* Third Floor: master bedroom with KING bed, closets, full master bath and a balcony with waterview. Second bedroom with full and a twin bed, closet and private full bath, plus balcony with street and bayside view.

POPULAR ATTRACTION DISTANCES:
7 Minute drive to E.G Simmons Park for boat ramp, kayaking and jet ski adventures
45 Minutes drive to Tampa International Airport
7-8 Minutes drive to closest Semi- public-private Golf Course
25 Minutes from Top Golf, iFly Indoor Skydiving, Brandon Mall and Restaurants
35 minutes drive to Downtown Tampa
45 Minutes drive to St. Pete Beach or Ana Maria Island Beach
45 minutes to Bush Garden
30 minutes drive to Mote Aquarium, Sarasota
30 Minutes drive to Tampa Sea aquarium
85 Minutes to Clearwater Beach
95 Minutes drive to Disney World

Disclaimer to my guests. KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK :)

* This is a self-serve home, meaning that we do not replenish disposable toiletries during your stay. I would love to but unfortunately I do not have the capacity to operate like a hotel. Our current cleaning company provides the following items to welcome you.
* There is a Big Lots, Winn Dixie and Publix within 10 mins or less from the home.
* This is a Three Story Townhome. First floor is the garage, second and third floor is the living area. This is why we have gorgeous water views from 4 balconies. No elevator.
* Regular Coffee Pot (bring filters/coffee/sugar/cream if needed)
* We provide two beach chairs. If you need more, the beach has chairs and umbrellas to rent
* There are two Marina's onsite for a boat slip and more information contact Little Harbor Marina in Ruskin and/or Antigua Cove in Little Harbor in Ruskin. Search them up online.
* You can park your trailer and boat in carport, usually fits. If it does not fit you would need to park in the marina or right outside the community. Ask for details.
* You can rent Fishing Poles/Bucket and buy bait at the Marinas as well.
* How do I check in? I will contact you for your check in process and will give you the updated door code the day of your arrival.


GUEST MUST AGREE TO THESE TERMS:
* No smoking
* Follow Community Rules *including beach & restaurant parking rules and quiet hours
* No Street Parking
* Guests must report any issues immediately upon arrival and send photos.
* Guests must agree to give access to maintenance, cleaning lady or management if they need to enter to resolve an issue.
* Guests must be aware that we do not replenish disposable toiletries
* I will report any incidentals to my host during my stay.

Property manager

Carmen
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Ruskin

Ruskin is home to this holiday home. 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 happening at Tropicana Field or Sun City Center Community Tennis.
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Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

  • Ruskin Family Drive-In - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Tampa Bay - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • MacDill Air Force Base - 49 min drive - 57.9 km
  • Salvador Dali Museum - 50 min drive - 67.0 km
  • Vinoy Park - 57 min drive - 69.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Finn's Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Fish House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beanie's Bar & Sports Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Resort! 3bdrm 3 bth- Quick walk to the beach, restaurants, bars, pools, fitness center and so much more! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Resort! 3bdrm 3 bth- Quick walk to the beach, restaurants, bars, pools, fitness center and so much more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Resort! 3bdrm 3 bth- Quick walk to the beach, restaurants, bars, pools, fitness center and so much more!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Resort! 3bdrm 3 bth- Quick walk to the beach, restaurants, bars, pools, fitness center and so much more! located?

Situated in Ruskin, this beach 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 (2.8 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place and very close to the private beach. Plenty of room and we loved the balconies.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shemeka H.

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

Review

Location and amenities excellent. Furniture is worn. Carpet was not clean. Overall good location and pretty nice townhouse.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Excellent Location

We had a quick three day stop into this very lovely townhouse. The location description and amenities were exactly as written. The communication from the management company was excellent. The spot was great with the little beach, two restaurants, two pools, and great sidewalks to get around on being the perfect spot for our stay. We would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

alaina p.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

poor communication and mis information

the place over had no major issues but had a lot a minor ones. one of the bed room doors were broken soon arrival ( host never got back to me about it). the garbage disposal in the kitchen old food and rotten, i had to go to a store and buy cleaner myself to get rid of smell. the garage door completely didn’t work and while i was at my stay it was hard storms and my car was just out. when i tried to reach out about the garage door the host replied then ghosted me until check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

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

Little Harbor Townhouse

Everything was awesome with the exception of the sofa couch in the living room. It had a structural issue on one side. Didn’t affect us (retired couple) so we didn’t notify the manager until we checked out. I’m sure this issue has been resolved. The manager Carmen is awesome. Very friendly and responsive to our needs. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerwanda j.

Property was awesome just like it was described. The owners were great. Thanks

My overall stay allowed my family to enjoy the vacation. I would recommend this stay to all of my friends. Great property and customer service was presented.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Donna E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Ok

Not able to see the ocean long walk to beach and restaurant ..I was not able to get around..
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie O., Orlando, fl

Wonderful getaway!

Wonderful place to stay at. Everything is exactly as pictured. Very roomy, all the rooms are beautiful. The master bedroom is huge!! Beds super comfy. Great area. Will be staying here again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maria W., Milwaukee,WI

Great

Very clean, well maintained, plenty of room, would rent again. Owners were very good with communications/answering my questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Gail D.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Nice Complex - Mediocre Unit

Little Harbor is a nice complex, quiet (in Jan), well maintained, nice amenities. Unit - plenty of space. Patio table/chairs shown are in garage & all are rusting, living room furniture is worn & not real clean - no throw pillows as shown, dining room furniture is not what is shown, king bed creaky and not very firm, closets - no hangers in any bedrooms, no vacuum, mop or cleaning supplies, micro broken, small on on counter works - all in all this unit shows more wear than the pictures on VRBO.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dorisel B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Great location, but poorly managed.!

This could be a stella property if it was cared for. The property manager was condensending when we called w/our concerns and admitted that she knew the furniture was extremely dirty, need replacing and that you sank down into the sofa. Floors were not cleaned. Fans had accumulated dirt that looked like worms when removed. Cookware needed replacing, which was, after we complained. Light bulbs were missing in the bathrooms. Sheets were threadbare. Toilet seat in master bath had to be replaced. Body imprint was left in the mattress...most uncomfortable ever. Amenities left for us, the renters, were a joke...toilet tissue from Dollar Store and not even one pod for the dishwasher. We had to purchase wine glasses. This property and all that Carmen manages need to be removed from VRBO, until she gets her act together and she treats the renters w/ dignity. This gives VRBO a bad name, especially since this was my first VRBO experience.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

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

Ruskin vacation

Enjoyed the area.. towns house was great and clean, short walk to the beach and pool.. enjoyed our stay.. recommend again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn D.

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

Perfect place for family reunion

Place is clean and is really roomy!! Had a great time 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was perfect for our family. Now that our children are grown, they need their own space, so 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms are necessary. We liked the balconies & the view from the back of the townhouse. The fully stocked kitchen was nice even though we didn’t use it much. The location was great! It’s just a short drive to visit family in Sun City Center. Plus, it was just a short walk to the beach & restaurant. Our only complaint was that the beds were harder than we’re used to, so we didn’t sleep as well as we would have liked to sleep. Otherwise, the townhouse was comfortable and met all of our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Wonderful vacation spot

The townhouse was so nice, very clean and spacious. The grounds were beautiful, we enjoyed the restaurants, pools and beach! Looking forward to our stay next year!!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Cindy P.

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

Nice accommodations just like the pictures

The property was well-maintained and is very much like the online photographs. It was very roomy to accommodate our small family with room to spare. The balconies were enjoyable and 3 bathrooms made it a snap for everyone to get ready to go out. The check in process was efficient however we had a bit of a mixup and did not get a welcome email the day of arrival with check in details. So we showed up as we said we would with no one there to greet us and didn’t know how to get in. However a quick text to the owner was responded to immediately and we were able to get in. Paper supplies were dropped off minutes later. The only negative for the home is that the towels supplied need to be updated and there was only one beach chair at the property and it was in poor shape. There are chairs available at the private beach for rent and we had no problems getting them. The private beach area was very convenient and only a short walk from the unit. If you’re looking for a great low-key getaway with family / friends this is it. If you’re looking for lots to do immediately surrounding the home be prepared to drive as most things are 20-30 minute drive away. And that’s exactly what we did and had an enjoyable and relaxing getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Monique R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We were evacuating from a hurricane.

The communication was fine with the owners. There were problems with the tv in the family room. I have a 77 year old husband with slight dementia and trouble getting around. Had 5 grandchildren with me and could not get out and about very well. Needed the tv. The chairs around the table were very worn and coming apart from the bottom and need to be replaced. But it was a nice place to run to on the spur of the moment. We left one day early and were to get a refund which I have not seen yet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bryan & Sheryl W., Blythewood, USA

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

Great place for relaxation and fun.

We chose this property to house relatives for a family funeral. We could not have asked for a more relaxing environment. The house is lovely and so nice to have a bathroom for each bedroom. The beds were very comfortable. The Property Manager was very good about responding in a timely manner if we had a question. They actually switched us to another townhouse with the exact same floor plan as the townhouse we had originally rented because of the tv not working. She wanted to make sure our stay was perfect. It was. It would’ve been nice to have the time to avail ourselves of the amenities offered, but we were too busy. We did walk over one night to the marina bar and have a drink on the water. Just what we needed. This is a good choice go ahead and rent!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Sarah C.

Disliked: Communication

It was okay

This is a lovely home. However, the lack of attention to detail was annoying. The information states that there are bath towels, beach towels, some coffee and some toilet paper. There were not enough beach or bath towels for our party of six . No washcloths or hand towels. No coffee. No toilet paper. One bed did not have a pillow. (Carmen did not respond when I alerted her to this.) This required an additional trip to purchase these things. There was dog hair on the bed spreads. The living room television did not work. The condo was not ready at 4pm. We did not let it ruin our stay, but it could have been better.

10/10 Excellent

Keshia B.

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

Great property and awesome owners

My family and I enjoyed are stay here very much! Everything you need is within 10 min or less close and convenient. We had no issues what so ever, took advantage of the beach chairs and cooler in the garage (provided by the owners) before making our way to the private beach area, so very thought full! Kitchen was fully loaded plenty of dishes and utensils to cook for our family of 8, beds were very comfortable and everyone slept great! Owners were very helpful with any questions we had, provided AWESOME service and quick to respond! I would highly recommend this condo!!! Overall it was super clean, tasteful and very accommodating! Will definitely be where I stay anytime I come to Tampa area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

linda g.

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

Ruskin

We enjoyed the stay and would come back

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Memorial Day Family Get Away

Check in was easy. The condo was so welcoming. We immediately felt at home. We had a problem with the cable box but Carmen came right over and fixed it while we were out for dinner. The condo was clean and accommodating. We had ample space for our family of 7. It is conveniently located near the beach and restaurants. The only thing I would mention is that are several stairs to enter into the property which was a challenge for my 82 year old mother. However she was happy the entire visit. Thanks again Carmen for sharing your property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Lorraine R.

Family getaway

Overall the property was nice just a few issues. The cable in the family room never worked. When I reported the issue to the property manager she provided some troubleshooting tips but the issue was never resolved or addressed any further even after requesting someone come correct the problem. There were a few issues with water bugs also. The neighborhood was quiet which was a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Perfect vacation rental!

Just returned from a week at this beautiful retreat. Little Harbour has everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Restaurants, the beach, and nightly entertainment are a quick walk down the street. The condo itself was beautiful, comfortable and just perfect! Can't wait to return! Thank you for sharing your home!! Melisss
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice quiet place with beautiful views!

Great place to vacation!Nice townhouse very clean and beautiful views from the each of the 4 decks!Saw manatees from our deck and dolphins in the bay !Lots of activities for my grandkids who came to visit and a very safe place for them to walk around.Short walk to the nice private beach and two restaurants with delicious seafood and entertainment every night ,wonderful place to watch the sunset!We really enjoyed our month there !
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2019

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Hosted by Carmen

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English, Spanish

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