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A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience!

Beachfront condo near Tampa Bay

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Ruskin

On the beach.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Ruskin condo, you'll find Tampa Bay and Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park. Also, E.G. Simmons Regional Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ruskin Family Drive-In is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Ruskin Family Drive-In - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Apollo Beach Dog Park - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Gannon University Ruskin Campus - 12 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 35 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beanie's Sports Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los 7 Hermanos - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience!

Enjoy serenity, relaxation and fun at The Artful Nook in Little Harbor. We offer an artfully decorated condo with mood lighting, flat screen TV, WIFI, and a breathtaking view of a cozy cove where dolphins swim in from the ocean and the warm, welcoming sun rises. Experience our private beach, two restaurants, pools, modern gym, hot tubs, tennis and basketball courts, playground, marina, fishing, dinner cruises, water sports, beautiful sunsets and live entertainment. Golfing is nearby.
THE SPACE
You will self check-in and enjoy the coziness of this corner unit that is artfully decorated and has a trendy look. This unit has two queen beds, flat screen TV, and robust WI-FI. Fondly known as The Artful Nook, it is located at The Inn at Little Harbor, is painted a unique light silver grey color, and provides LED lighting which augments and complements the painted walls. Select from the different intensities of the LED lighting and choose the intensity that suits your mood. Enjoy the aura of rest, peace, relaxation, (and/or romance). It is perfect for a family vacation, time-away with friends, or for a romantic rendezvous. We provide a microwave, coffee maker and coffee supplies, as well as a mini fridge for your convenience.
GUEST ACCESS
This is a one-bedroom condo that sleeps a maximum of four (4) guests per booking. Common outdoor areas such as pools, hot tubs, gym, tennis and basketball courts, and playgrounds are shared with other guests. This is a ground floor unit with two entry doors for easy access. Parking is free with parking lots at the front and back of the unit.
OTHER
This is a pet-free unit. Sorry we cannot allow pets per condo association rules and due to allergies.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING ALLOWED INSIDE (OWNER ALLERGY)

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: NO PETS ALLOWED (CONDO ASSOCIATION RULES)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING ALLOWED INSIDE (OWNER ALLERGY)

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! to the airport?

This condo is 36.8 mi (45-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! to the beach?

This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience!?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience!?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! have a pool?

This condo features an outdoor pool.

Does A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! to downtown Ruskin?

This condo is 2.7 mi away from Ruskin.

A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

such a beautiful place. located on the back side with plenty of privacy and overlooking the canal.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Rochel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The views were great, access to pools, beach, and the pier all wonderful. The only downside was how loud the air conditioning unit and bathroom fan were.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint location and a lovely room to hang out in a different piece of Florida paradise. Old Florida vibes with everything you need to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

catharine b., Grand Haven, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sunrise view, sunsets can be seen from beach or bar & restaurant! Two pools, very nice community with friendly people. Dolphins in view from the outside seating area daily. This unit has very accurate listing. A little odd to clean dishes in the bathroom, but a lovely place. Would return.
View from Sunsets restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Some deception in a few areas. The claim of an ocean view from the unit was not true. Had to drive to the accessible beach, to far to drive with any chairs and etc. No a kitchenet, small refrigerator, coffee pot and microwave. Hot tub was not open due to it being repaired. Room had a musky smell.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

April T.

Pros and cons to every place one stays. Pros: there is a bay outside the front that I did see (two) dolphins in. The owner is quick to respond. The room has the basic essentials. The pools (bc FL) were warm and the clubhouse nice. Cons: I arrived on a Sunday and PM’d the owner. There was a strong smell of toxic chemicals in the interior hallway of the building (not in her unit). I noted in smelled of mold killer, pesticide, or strong paint chemicals. She noted they painted recently, I noted it was stronger. But I opened the door, blew the fan, tired to make the best. The sheets also smelled strongly of bleach and the Orkin guy came Thur. and sprayed the outside. On Thursday a management guy came to check out the smell (he should have just gone in the hall), which was 4-5 days after. I told him to return after check out on Friday. I would not recommend to anyone with a chemical sensitivity. Also the private beach had no swimming signs. Was tiny. The room has ok/fine. Perfectly usable but not fancy. Priced accordingly. There were a few bugs but not bad. —Remote area. A lot of locals told me they think of Ruskin FL has a hidden gem. Check drive times prior if traveling elsewhere.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bay view

Beautiful location. Dolohins in the bay, fishing, pier, pool and restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. If I had to pick out anything that I think could be improved would be the TV to get local stations and the major networks instead of Roku. The host was very quick to respond to things answer any questions I had.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jill g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

Everything you need: beach, pools, restaurants, bars, beautiful scenery, dolphins. The host was awesome too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend!

We absolutely love the Inn at Little Harbor! Our property manager was amazing! She was so accommodating and kind! She made sure that we knew what to do in order to give our little toddler the extra experiences the area had to offer. Everything was nice and clean, and the bed was so comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Host was very responsive. No problem checking in. Unit was very clean. Excellent location on the canal. Saw pelicans and dolphins everyday. Loved the Sunset Grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Daily dolphins and peaceful paddling!

We loved being by the waterside, watching dolphins fishing from our patio area! We too a couple of inflatable paddle boards and explored the local mangroves where we saw lots of fish? Manatees and stingrays. Some great bars and restaurants nearby with some food for vegetarians (but not much that was healthy!) still? We were on holiday and the paddling helped us burn calories!!Nice little gym too and we even took up pickleball during our stay.The accommodation was compact but perfectly fine for 10 day and two people.We really enjoyed our stay - thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie S., Fernandina Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

We have had a great time, dolphins have been swimming by. We also went to see Manatees . Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Saga of no door code

My wife and I rented a room to attend our friend's wedding. A few days before, I accessed the web site and asked for our check in instruction(s) and a "form letter" email informed me that another email with all our info would be forthcoming. That didn't happen. When we were on the property we are still trying to get someone to reply through the web site. We could not get access to the room so we had to get prepared for the wedding in the parking lot in the car. Suffice it to say my wife was not pleased. About an hour an a half later at the wedding reception I got the email with the door code. So, at least we got a night's sleep. The room was ok - towels, bathroom seemed clean. The wedding and friends were great but we were glad to be on our way home the next morning. Not the service I would expect for the $$$.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

deb m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday getaway

Quiet property, great view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Came from Washington state an stayed here for 3 days while I was attending an event at the freedom factory and I can’t wait to plan another trip, first time visiting Florida an this room was a perfect first stay 10/10 would come here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful View

You couldn't ask for a more beautiful view of the water out your window. There is a restaurant with live music in walking distance. Park right in front of your room so parking is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Greg

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LORI G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful water view from condo

Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

alex s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good stay

My wife and I liked the room. Not many frills but parking was right outside our door and the water was right there as well. Had coffee with the local dolphin twice in three days. The room was very clean. The only downside was the location. It's fairly far off the path from most touristy things but we knew that before we booked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W., Ff

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing trip

Great location for the fishing trip we were taking the captain of the boat was able to pick us up right there in the harbor. Walking distance to a good restaurant for eating. Nice facility all around. Great for a weekend stay . We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Josie Home Phone

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023