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Beach happy Geataway!

Beachfront hotel near Tampa Bay

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A wooden dock extending into calm water with a sunset in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a view of a parking lot with cars.
A pathway leading to a wooden pergola with a view of the sea.
A beach with sun loungers, umbrellas, and kayaks.
A resort with a large pool, multiple buildings, and a marina.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Ruskin

On the beach.You'll find Tampa Bay and Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Also, E.G. Simmons Regional Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ruskin Family Drive-In is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Ruskin Family Drive-In - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • beach near Pelican Cove - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Gannon University Ruskin Campus - 13 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 39 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beanie's Sports Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Fish House - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Beach happy Geataway!

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, in the Southshore area of Tampa Bay, this waterfront inn boasts beautiful views, a restaurant serving American-Caribbean fare and two pools to splash and swim in. Sunsets over the water are spectacular. Take them in by the Tiki bar with live music, from the pier, or at the onsite restaurant, Sunset Grill. You might even catch sight of a dolphin or manatee. This place is perfectly located between Tampa and Sarasota right on Tampa Bay. You'll enjoy access to a number of amenities including tennis courts, beach volleyball, 3 pools, 2 Jacuzzis, a Tiki Bar and more when you stay here! For an additional fee guests can access watersports activities, bike rentals. Hooks Restaurant offers poolside snacks, drinks and cocktails until 9:00PM. Go for a stroll through the tropical gardens or take a nap on the resort's private beach. If water sports are your thing, the resort offers a number of activities on-site including guided jet ski tours, kayaks, and paddle boating. After lounging at the beach, retreat to your air-conditioned LIVING SPACE. Curl up on the bed and enjoy your favorite shows on cable TV. In the early evening, step out onto the pier and enjoy the fresh air and the beautiful sunset. You can easily connect with friends and family back home, courtesy of the complimentary Wi-Fi.
If you feel like venturing away from the resort, we suggest day trips to visit The Dali Museum, Busch Gardens, the Tampa Zoo, the Florida Aquarium, or The Alley, a bowling alley and arcade. If you want to dance the night away, we are just 30 minutes from Ybor City nightlife and South Howard neighborhood in Tampa.
We also have children’s playground that is great for the little ones.
There's something here for everyone!
I look forward to booking with you and hope you enjoy your beach home away from home!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kayak
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Fenced private pool
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Little Harbor Beach Ruskin
Little Harbor Beach Private vacation home
Little Harbor Beach Private vacation home Ruskin

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beach happy Geataway! to the airport?

This hotel is 36.6 mi (44-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beach happy Geataway! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this hotel.

How close is Beach happy Geataway! to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beach happy Geataway! offer free breakfast?

This hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beach happy Geataway!?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Beach happy Geataway!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beach happy Geataway!?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Beach happy Geataway! have a pool?

This hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Beach happy Geataway! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Beach happy Geataway! to downtown Ruskin?

This hotel is 2.6 mi away from Ruskin.

Beach happy Geataway! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 74 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for a family of 4, great location! Private beaxh and great restaurants on the property! Drive to the ocean about 1 hr.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, facility and aminities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
We had to wait 2 hours after check in to get in our room with no contact from owner everything else was good with amenities and surroundings were great
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wished it had a king bed and black out curtains and some info about the area restaurants, directions, menus. We are not very tech-savvy and would have appreciated a notebook with some basic info. The area needs some work! Holes in the ground, lots of clutter under trees, benches by the water falling apart. Still love the area, quiet and safe. We will be back and hope for some improvements! Jets on the hot tub never worked.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

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

Great place to stay

The property was clean, we had everything we needed while we were there. Great amenities right there on site that we coould walk to!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Modern, comfortable and clean

We loved our stay at Marilin’s. The accommodations and location were excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite was so cute and well set up, everything was provided: towels, sunscreen, kitchenware, etc. The property had a private beach, tiki bar and restaurant with gre at food. We enjoyed our fee days!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart M.

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

Great stay

Great location, very clean facilities, Marilin was easily accessible on the phone when we needed to reach her. I highly recommend staying at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

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

Recent stay great experience.

We had an amazing short vacation. Can’t wait to come back again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Anniversary getaway

My husband and I visited for our 18th wedding anniversary and it was perfect. Beautiful room and perfect location for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA N.

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

Great would go again!

Super cute place. Right at the water. Very peaceful, but not too far from various activities. Very reasonable price. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, quiet location

Loved watching all of the dolphins when we first arrived while sitting on our porch. Great beach and restaurant on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig Q.

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

Our month at Little Harbor

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Little Harbor in Ruskin. Our room was wonderful and the amenities and community of people were great! We look forward to staying again in "our room."
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

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

Girls Trip

This was a great for a quick girls trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Charmen S.

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

Wedding

Came in town for a wedding very convenient in the location and maybe it is for wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Beautiful area ! It was as pictured and convenient to the beach , pools and the Sunset Grill !

Convenient, quaint … beautiful area. Loved the Locals !! Would definitely return !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcela m.

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

Perfect for a weekend scape

Please check the door lock, looks like it doesn’t lock from the inside, only with the little chain
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

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

Cute place!

Liked walking out to see dolphins and manatees.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb V.

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

Sunshine getaway

Peaceful & relaxed. Disappointed that the little pool wasn’t heated.
Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Perfect for my little family.

Our stay was great! The room was clean, fully stocked and had everything we needed for our five days. The decor was super cute and very welcoming. I highly recommend this property to anyone! Thanks for an amazing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

JOYCE C.

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

Week end get away

Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

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

Beautiful resort

Love this resort and this specific unit is very nice. Overall good experience and would book again, just not having any check in details until 2 hours before check in caused some stress.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee O.

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

Great little hideaways

This place was impressive. It had everything quick walk up the free beach and access to the free pool that also has a hot tub. Beautiful quiet location but convenient to everything we needed. Beach towels were provided which I appreciated so much! Thank you for such a sweet quiet place where we had the most memorable time and a lifetime experience. Thank you! Host were great and on top of everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

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

Relaxing and beautiful vacay

We really enjoyed the location and the view. Saw some dolphins and a manatee. Had a great time at the pool and the bar Hook's which you can walk to from the room. We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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