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Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat w/ Personal Tiki Bar

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Exterior
Pool
Room
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7131.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ruskin, FL
  • Tampa Bay
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • MacDill Air Force Base
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bath #3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bedroom #2 Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat w/ Personal Tiki Bar

The Bahia Beach Retreat is a 3 Bedroom / 3 Bathroom Townhouse located in the Little Harbor Resort in Ruskin, Florida. This location has so much to offer with direct water views that allow you to relax, watch the pelicans dive and the fish jump; during your stay you may even see a manatee or three.

The Main Living Area offers you comfortable upgraded furniture, including a relaxing, fluffy Down-Filled Sofa, a 70" Flat Screen TV, Electric Fireplace, and a Bay View Balcony with Patio Seating to enjoy your mornings and those gorgeous sunset evenings!

Master Bedroom - King Bedroom En Suite Walk In Shower and Shower Tub Combination with Large Dressing Area. 40" Smart Flat Screen TV and Private Balcony with Bay View.

Bedroom #2 - Two Twin Beds . An En-Suite Bath, 40” Smart Flat Screen TV and Balcony

Bedroom #3 - Twin Bunk beds with pull out trundle bed, Sleeps 3 comfortably. 50" Flat Screen Smart TV - set up for hours of lounging, watching your favorite show or battle in epic video games. Bring your console!

Free Parking near townhome and Free Wi-Fi! (Hassle Free Check in & Check Out Procedures) We will work with our guests to accommodate early check ins and late check outs when the calendar is open, please ask!

Feeling Tiki? We have a Private Tiki Bar. Drink exotic, fruity cocktails or even a Shirley Temple out of our unique tiki mugs? We have many to chose from! While staying at the Bahia Beach Retreat you will have your own personal entertainment area with a tropical print Bamboo Couch, Bar with 3 Stools, 65” Smart TV, Dart Board & Shuffleboard Game. This is the perfect location to unwind and have some fun!

Our home is professionally cleaned after every check out so you can feel comfortable in a clean and sanitized environment. Bahia Beach Retreat is a SELF-SERVE destination, guests are advised to bring their own consumables. What do we provide? We provide towels, linens, a fully equipped kitchen and all furnishings. Utilities, free Wi-Fi, free Parking and access to all amenities! Additionally, when we prepare the home for our guests, our cleaning crew leaves a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, 1 paper towel roll in the kitchen, 3 trash bags, dish detergent, 1 sponge and hand soaps .

Little Harbor is a Family Friendly Community full of private amenities and activities for our guests! This home is only a 2 minute ride down to the Private Beach and all amenities, including Pools, Restaurants, Bars, Tennis Courts, Pickle Ball Courts, Kayak/Paddle Board Launch, etc.

Are you hungry? You have options! Hooks Bar & Grille offers a full lunch and dinner menu with indoor and outdoor seating. Don't want to miss the Sunset? Walk down to the Tiki Bar and Sunset Grille! Stay for the live music or walk down to the pier to catch an amazing sunset with incredible skyline views of Tampa and St. Petersburg! Kick off your shoes and walk down our beach, private and family friendly.

Go fishing, kayak or paddle board! Take a guided boat tour or join a fishing tour. Use the golf cart (for additional daily fee) and explore the community. Want to visit the small islands? Rent a jet ski and take a ride to the privately owned but open to public, Beer Can Island! It has a floating Tiki Bar! Have little ones? Plan a picnic in our outdoor picnic area that is located by the Playground! Let the kids play as you enjoy the ocean view!

POPULAR ATTRACTION DISTANCES:
7-8 Minutes drive to closest Semi- public-private Golf Course
25 Minutes from Top Golf, iFly Indoor SkyDiving, Dave n Busters, Brandon Mall and Restaurants
35 minutes drive to Downtown Tampa
45 Minutes drive to St.Pete Beach or Anna Maria Island Beach
35 minutes to Busch Garden
30 minutes drive to Mote Aquarium, Sarasota
30 Minutes drive to Tampa Sea Aquarium
85 Minutes to Clearwater Beach
85 Minutes drive to Disney World

NEARBY DINING
Sunset Grill & Hooks (on property)
The Fish House (2 miles) – Lunch and dinner, Thursday - Sunday
Ybor Grill (3 miles) – Lunch and dinner only, Cuban theme
Latitudes Apollo (6 miles) - Lunch and dinner
Circles Bar and Grill (8 miles) – Lunch and dinner, waterfront seating
Salty Shamrock (8 miles) – Lunch and dinner
Old Castle Restaurant (8 miles) - Lunch and dinner, German Theme

ANNUAL TAMPA EVENTS
Find out what’s on in Tampa Bay during your visit. From professional sports to food & wine events to boat shows and charity events, there are plenty of chances to get out and join our friendly Tampa locals at play.
Tampa Bay Farmer’s Markets (every weekend)
Festival of Chocolate (January)
New York Yankees Spring Training (February - March)
Tampa Bay Rays Baseball (April – September)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Football (September – November)

Property manager

Lindsey Jones
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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. Consider Jannus Live for a night out or Manatee Viewing Center if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

  • Tampa Bay - 7 min drive - 2.4 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • MacDill Air Force Base - 42 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Salvador Dali Museum - 43 min drive - 58.7 km
  • Vinoy Park - 46 min drive - 60.6 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 38 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

Does Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat w/ Personal Tiki Bar have a pool?

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

Is Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat w/ Personal Tiki Bar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat w/ Personal Tiki Bar?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat w/ Personal Tiki Bar?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat w/ Personal Tiki Bar located?

This family-friendly Ruskin holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

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

Beautiful relaxing views

Well laid out condo. Great kids bedroom with gaming chairs. Our granddaughter loved it. It has the most comfortable mattresses I've had to date. I recommend this stay highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie A.

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

Perfect location for a family vacay

This property was perfect for my 2 sisters and me. The 3 BRS/3 baths allowed for us all to have our own spaces, while enjoying the family room and balcony together. We also went to both restaurants, the beach and played Pickleball. Lindsey was prompt in answering questions, and for providing check-in and check-out instructions. And the most important thing is that the unit was CLEAN!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

MR from Michigan

Had a little issue contacted our host and they responded within a half hour.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Beautiful, clean, homey getaway w beach/sunsets

Lindsey was an amazing communicator and wonderful host. The property was just as described and was very clean. My husband and I, along w our adult children (early 20’s) had an amazing stay. Between the 4 balconies, comfortable private bedrooms, living room and bonus room w dart board we had plenty of room to spread out as well as be together. The recommended restaurants were great & the sunsets were amazing! We never hit the pool due to cool temps but I imagine it would have been great. Apollo beach was so close and we found lots of shark teeth & turtle shell fossils! The (free) manatee viewing center is right there & was super cool! Had lunch at Fins on the water and enjoyed ourselves. The area is not touristy. It takes about an hour drive to get to Fort DeSoto, St Pete’s/John’s Pass or Anna Maria island for shelling, crowds & touristy things. In the opposite direction, it was about an hour to watch the college baseball teams play. Thank you!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marcy J.

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

Family with adult children

We enjoyed our stay. Our 2 adult children had their own rooms and their own bathrooms. Definitely better than any hotel could offer and at a reasonable rate. Our host was easy to reach and very responsive. We cooked, played games and swam at the pool. The area was very friendly and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphne R.

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

Lovely home with great property management.

Home was clean and had everything you needed. The view from the porch was nice, you could see manatees and other wild life. Amenities in the community were also nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian S.

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

Girls Getaway

The condo was perfect! Equipped with all we needed. The weather was beautiful for 2 weeks. Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

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

Great stay

Quiet, friendly environment.. would do it again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey P.

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

Family vaca

Much nicer unit than others we've stayed at in Little Harbor. Beds were comfortable and unit was well equipped. Only disappointment was that the property description had not been updated to reflect that the "game room/tiki bar" in the garage was no longer. We had looked forward to using it. But otherwise a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

TJ R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

rachael j.

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

Family Getaway

This is such a lovely property in a quiet area. We stayed for just a few days in January for a staycation ages 12 to 78. Except for going to the manatee Nature Center 20 minutes away we stayed on the property and had plenty to do for all of us. The swimming pool is heated, it was cool enough to play tennis the Sunset Grill has a lot of good entertainment and the sunsets were unbelievable. Would love to come and visit another day another day
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dori A.

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

Spacious, clean vacation getaway

The property was very nicely laid out, clean, and spacious. Every room had a balcony, bathroom, and comfy beds! Access to a fabulous little beach and restaurant with outside seating to take in gorgeous sunset views. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great Stay

Local residents to the area. However, each July 4, we spend a short staycation for the wife's bday and the 4th at Little Harbor. We've stayed in 6+ different townhomes / condo locations on Bahia Beach Blvd. The accommodations at this location were the best we've encountered. Having the garage availability with games for the kids/adults was 5-star. This was used everyday by our family. Nice place to retreat for an adult beverage or two as well. The living area was clean and had everything we needed for the kitchen on hand. Just bring the ingredients to compile your food. The bed / bathroom in the master was great. The bed was firm and adequate airflow with the fans and a/c cranking. It can get stupid hot in July, so this was important. The other beds were nice and comfy as well. Overall, of course we will look to book here again. Rented a golf cart from an offsite company (SSCC). It's operated by a locally well known owner and located close to LH. Thank you Lindsey and family!!! The communication from the owner and the flexibility they had with us was 2nd to none. The owners even gave us a little unexpected surprise for the wife's bday... Can't beat an early checkin, when available... ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

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

A wonderful trip

Lindsey is a wonderful host. The townhouse is nice, clean and has everything you could need for your stay including beautiful views from the living room outside deck (one of 4) of a cove where we watched manatee. Little Harbor is a wonderful place with a beach, two restaurants and fantastic sunsets. This was the second time we have stayed here and we already have reservations for next year. Thank you again Lindsey
Stayed 72 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Wonderful stay!

Lyndsey was a great host. The condo was beautiful and perfect for our family to celebrate Christmas together!
Stayed 36 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

The perfect home away from home!

My husband and I stayed at Lindsey's fabulous unit for the month of November. Our grown children & grandchildren joined us for 2 of the weeks and the space was perfect for two sets of adults and the grand kids. We enjoyed watching the manatees during our morning coffee and throughout the day. The location was a perfect jumping off spot to Siesta Key, St. Petersburg and Tampa. The beach and pool are so relaxing and a short walk from the unit. The use of the golf cart was also appreciated! We took advantage of the tiki room and bbq as well. Lindsey is a super host who responds quickly to any questions or concerns. I would highly recommend this unit for long term stays!
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Excellent stay!

We had a wonderful stay in this lovely property. The home was wonderful and well maintained. The hosts were the absolute very best!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Robin S.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Magnificent Sunsets

Location: If you aren't a boater there really isn't much to do locally. Even the restaurants out side of the property are really just basic. There are a few gems out there to drive to. You really need to drive to see nice beaches, which we did do, 50 min. from Anna Marie Is., 50 min. away from Treasure Isl. I guess we were spoiled being able to be in the heart of a beach location, which this really was not as the beach was rather small, dark water and seaweed. There were no rentals such as jet skies as the sign indicates on the description of the site. Perhaps it was the time of year that we went. If you are truly looking for rest and relaxation this may just be for you. The sunsets when not cloudy are really worth seeing down by the beach area. I do not think this area sprays for bugs as other areas such as Clearwater and Indian Rocks does so beware of the bites. For the the townhouse itself it was nice & quaint, 3 bedrooms & baths were definitely a plus. One thing I would suggest is putting better pictures up of the rooms as it is hard to gage the size of the rooms by the close up pictures that are on the site. I did feel the main living space was pretty small. Another suggestion is to state that there are 2 flights of stairs in this townhouse, in case you have people joining you who have trouble doing stairs. Lindsey, the owner was very nice and accommodating. She even over-nighted beach towels to us when I could not find them.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Excellent place

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was clean, and beautifully decorated. Enjoyed the shuffleboard table and darts in the tiki bar. Loved having the golf cart to cruise around the neighborhood in. Host was very responsive and super friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C., Salem, VA

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

Family Reunion in Ruskin

Nice location, beautiful setting, owner very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Nice Place

This property was nice, had everything we needed and was perfect for our family of five.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

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

Awesome getaway!

The property was excellent! However, the most impressive thing regarding the property was how transparent and responsive Lindsey was! We look forward to our next trip to Little Harbor!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D., -

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

We LOVE this townhome, perfect for families

The townhome was a perfect getaway for our family. We loved the beach activities, the harbors, and the perfect townhome setup. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy I.

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

Family Vacation

My family loved this place. My 18 year old daughter had her own bathroom for the first time in her life … she was thrilled. Plenty of room and located in a secure safe area. When it was time to leave … the kids were begging to stay a little longer. It was really a home away from home. The host of this property is special … staying in contact … sharing tips … very welcoming. If the opportunity arises … we would not hesitate to book this location again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

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

Lisa

The property and the owners were great. We felt at home and had everything we needed. My only complaint is that the shower in the primary bedroom ensuite was slippery. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lindsey Jones

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This is us! Everyone has their story and we hope we can share a bit of ours with you. Jeremy and I love the water and even more so LOVE boating with our family. We found Ruskin by mistake but count our blessings daily as this is where we want to be. We currently live in Clermont, FL which has been an absolutely fantastic place to raise our family but looking into the future we need to be closer to the open water and Tampa Bay is our place to be! We have one in high school and another in middle, that time keeps getting closer and closer as our babies grow up. I wish I could stop or slow down time but since I can't, let's make the best of it!

Why they chose this property

Once we went down to Sunset Grill had the experience of one of their sunsets we were sold. This property couldn't be more perfect for folks that enjoy boating and beaching with a side pool. Everywhere you go you see beauty from sea birds to manatees. Top to bottom Bahia Beach Retreat is the ultimate relaxation destination.

What makes this property unique

We've upgraded and renovated the Bahia Beach Retreat living areas for the ultimate vacation. Hang out at the ground level and play some darts and hang out at the Tiki Loneki (your own personal tiki bar!). Travel up to the main level, you run into balconies over looking the water with breathe taking sunset views. Finally make it up to the top level and have yourself a quiet and relaxing moment on your personal balcony then snuggle into a nice comfy bed. Every level takes you on a different journey. Enjoy your time and leave you worries behind.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests