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Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities

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Private Beach
Swimming pool
Hot Tub
Fire Pit
Kitchen area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities

Discover the allure of a Caribbean-style island retreat right on Tampa Bay's shores. As you step onto the property, you'll be whisked away to a tropical paradise where you can kick back at the tiki bar, sip on a refreshing tropical drink, and savor the tranquil water views of the bay. This island resort spans 124 acres along the south shore of Tampa Bay, featuring two marinas, a half-mile of private beach, and awe-inspiring sunsets. Nestled between Tampa and Sarasota, with easy access to Clearwater's white sandy beaches, this resort offers an array of amenities to ensure an unforgettable escape.

Amenities:
Pickle-ball and Tennis courts
Two Marinas
Half-Mile of Private Beach
Fishing Pier
Two Pools
Hot Tub
Basketball Courts
On-Site Restaurant and Tiki Bar
Live Entertainment (Wednesday - Sunday)
Beach Bonfires under the Starry Skies
Begin your culinary journey at the resort's restaurant, where a diverse menu caters to every palate. Dine waterside, in the lounge, under the stars on the patio, or at the lively tiki bar – your choice. While you're here, don't miss the local gem, the Fish House, open three days a week and beloved by the locals. For your convenience, we've compiled a list of nearby restaurants in the room, so you'll always have a great place to enjoy a meal after golfing, visiting the parks, or shopping at the Premium Outlet Mall.

Inside your room, you'll find all the comforts of home. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge, microwave, portable double burner stove, toaster oven, and a blender – perfect for crafting your own frozen concoctions. We provide dishes, pots, pans, and utensils, giving you the freedom to heat up leftovers or prepare your meals if you desire. We've also included two Tommy Bahama beach chairs, so you can relax on the private beach or the sundeck while watching the sunset with your freshly made drink.

Make the most of your stay by taking a kayak out on the bay, where you might be pleasantly surprised by dolphins, manatees, or stingrays dropping by to say hello.

Welcome to paradise – we hope your experience here is as enchanting as ours!

Property manager

Christine Lucenti
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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, service animals permitted
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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 near theme parks and 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. 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 Jannus Live. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

  • Tampa Bay - 8 min drive - 3.1 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park - 9 min drive - 3.5 km
  • MacDill Air Force Base - 43 min drive - 50.1 km
  • Salvador Dali Museum - 45 min drive - 59.3 km
  • Vinoy Park - 47 min drive - 61.2 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 34 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Finn's Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Fish House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beanie's Bar & Sports Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Dog House and More - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 97 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Perfect for what I needed

Love the place and everything that was around it
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Great location

Property as described. Moderate accommodations in an exceptional area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

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

Peaceful retreat

We enjoyed this peaceful retreat while in town for Pittsburgh Pirates spring training. It’s a couple miles off of the main road so very little traffic, no noise and tons of amenities in the community.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Great and relaxing

We were looking to relax after our cruise. This was the perfect spot! Nice warm pool and hot tub. Very quiet perfect for what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

Nice area

Amenities and area were great Room could use more furniture
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel D.

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

Football

Beau et chaud
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

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

Nice Stay

Good unit
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

4/10 Poor

Ruby H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Property NOT in good condition to be enjoyed

If you’re looking for a clean, nice and comfortable room to stay for your vacation then this will disappoint you. The hall way had a strong smell of mold. The room has strong air fresheners to cover up some unpleasant odors. The furnitures look old. The linens of bed are of low quality. The bathroom is very humid. The “white” towels might have been used for many years, even had yellow spots on them! Overall, the cleanness and comfortable level you get only compares to a cheap motel. Although there are some amenities the resort provides——private beach, two restaurants….—which are nice, the room itself really disappoints.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Ruskin

The room was okay, the tiki bar was closed , the fishing pier was closed off also
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Steven D.

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

Nice!

Nice room, comfortable beds. Small kitchenette and refrigerator not conducive for longer stays. Owner was very accommodating.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Review of ptoperty

Everything as expected- no complaints. Very satisfied
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Nice little spot on the bay !

The property was amazing. The kids enjoyed the pool . The sunsets were amazing. The two restaurants were good. I really enjoyed sunset bar and grill they had a seafood bisque that was awesome . With live music
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Young N.

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

Perfect location

Location is convenient to restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylina T.

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

Wonderful place to stay

We had a blast, perfect place to stay. Place was spotless, beds were VERY comfortable, very nice pool and hot tub right nearby. The beach was a super short walk. The owner answered all my questions immediately. I have nothing but great things to say. At sunset this is exactly where you want to be. We will definitely be coming back. We bought some groceries, used hot plate to make spaghetti, toaster oven for garlic bread. You do not have to eat at a restaurant, plenty of amenities to eat right in the condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

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

Beautiful resort!

This resort has everything you need! Beach, 2 pools, 2 restaurants, and we saw dolphins every day and manatees! It was the easiest check in process and Ginny (server) at the sunset grill made us feel so welcome. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

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

Lovely area

Unit was adequate for 2 people. Fridge was too small for our length of stay ( 1 month). Outside property was very nice. Perfect for seniors. Pool right outside of our building. Beach across the street. 2 restaurants on property.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan C.

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

Ruskin

I love the location and the restaurants on property we’re good the unit it’s self could use better cleaning, newer and more linens. We enjoyed our time here but this unit could use a little updating a little bit of money would make this a lot better for users.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

The best experience

I had never used VRBO before and Christine made it seamless. We had the most wonderful experience and I will rent from her again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan U.

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

Excellent Rental

Booked for a long weekend. Loved the resort amenities and location of the unit. The room was clean and comfy. Even though ‘civilization’ is only a few minutes down the road, the resort makes you feel as if they are a world away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Marriage saved!

We arrived on a Friday night and Saturday was college football. We couldn't figure out the cable. Christine was quick on the spot to help us navigate the cable system! The toilet was running non stop and Christine had a plumber come within 2 hrs to fix it. Sunset Beach restaurant had an amazing grouper with crab cake. Hook bar was a cozy little place across the parking lot. Beautiful sunset too!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Eric S.

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

Wonderful property with an ideal location within the complex. Very friendly staff. Small town vibe .

Great property! Only suggestion would be to have security monitor the pool on occasion. Local teens were a little rowdy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti W.

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

We love this place!

Little Harbor is a wonderful place to stay, and this unit has everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Khrystyna P.

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

It was the best place for vacation!Thank you very much Christine!!!

The best place and property!Thank you Christine ❤️
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Ruskin Paradise

We had the best Mother's Day Week at this lovely condo! A nice sunset balconey on the 2nd floor and easy fob entrance to the pools! The Lazy Gator and Fish House (only open W,TH,F and Sat and they will cook your charter fishing trip catches too!) resturants were right on your entrance/exit road and both were excellent! I highly recommend the Latitudes Tours Sunset dinner & two hour nature pontoon boat tour, excellent food and wonderful crew with only a walk across the parking lot! The 5 - sunset Sunday drumming on Siesta Key beach was an awesome adventure and it's only one hour away! The shady nooks at the resorts Bahia beach made it possible for me to stay at the beach longer than usual! Hooks just a few steps from the condo entrance had nice water view lunches in our schedule! I would highly recommend this tental!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Christine Lucenti

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I live here in Florida and I work as an Association Manager, I love to travel when I can, when I am not working I enjoy taking a ride on the boat, going scuba diving or going for long drives to place I have never been and exploring Florida and all it has to offer.

Why they chose this property

I love the tropics, which is probably the main reason I live here. Most of my travels are to the Caribbean. I have been lucky enough to have visited places such as Costa Rica, Mexico, The Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Jamaica, Aruba just to name a few, what I love about the Little Harbour Island Resort at Mariner’s Club Bahia Beach is that it reminds me of all the things I love and enjoy about the tropical places I have visited. So I decided to purchase a unit, not really for a rental property but for my own personal use and enjoyment as a vacation home. I stay there as much as we can, but when i cannot not use it myself, I feel that I should allow other to enjoy this tropical escape. While I am there, I also love going to the parks, Bush Gardens, Sea World and Universal, so its easy to drive to them from the resort. If you like tropical getaways and feeling like you’re on “Island time” I am positive that you’re going to love it here as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

In our condotel my will find all the amenities of home and the luxury of begin on vacation. We have two queen beds, enough room to sleep four. In the kitchen we have a two burner portable stove, as well as pots, pans dishes, etc. in addition to a microwave and toaster oven, sometimes you just want to heat up your left-overs. For those of you who like to make your own frozen concoctions, we have a blender. We have a 46' flat scree TV and Blu-ray player preloaded with free unlimited Netflix and Pandora radio, as well as cable with all the premium channels. We have for your convenience two Tommy Bahama Beach chairs, for your use when visiting, use them to sit on the sun deck and watch the sun rise in the a.m. and then go back in the evening and watch it set. There is water all around you, you can take a dip in the pool, swim at the private beach, sit in the hot tub and have all your troubles swept away. Or if you’d rather be adventuress you can go on a boat ride from the marina, or go to an amusement park, it just a short distance to Bush Gardens, and Disney. Then end your day by having drinks at the tiki bar where there is always a drink special going on then take a seat by the bonfire on the beach before you turn in for the night. You can do so much or you can do nothing at all, it's all up to you and how you wish to spend your vacation!

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