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Beach Happy Getaway!

Resort near Tampa Bay in Ruskin

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Property grounds
Exterior
Property grounds
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

Oceanside stay.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Ruskin resort, 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 - 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 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 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 Getaway!

Newly remodeled and 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: Internet access

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/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 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
  • Oven
  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Beach Happy Getaway! to the airport?

This resort 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 Getaway! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this resort.

Does Beach Happy Getaway! offer free breakfast?

This resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beach Happy Getaway!?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Beach Happy Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beach Happy Getaway!?

Free parking is not available at this resort.

Does Beach Happy Getaway! have a pool?

This resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Beach Happy Getaway! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Beach Happy Getaway! to downtown Ruskin?

This resort is 2.6 mi away from Ruskin.

Beach Happy Getaway! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 88 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the view with the water and dolphins. Bar and restaurant close by was wonderful. It was a small room but we didn’t go there to sit inside. Would have been even better if there were a couple of waters there for when we arrived and coffee pods for the morning. We didn’t arrive til late at night and having a few extra special things for guests would make it 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darla P.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication
Host interaction, small updates needed. New couch definitely needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shirley C.

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

Nice place to stay

It was a nice clean place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Wonderful stay and location

Had a wonderful stay and everything was so nice. Amenities were within walking distance...Highly recommend this property...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jerry S.

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

We'd stay again

Cute place, easy access to the beach... 2 really good restaurants, quiet...
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Starla V.

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

Nice simple, relaxing stay

Nice stay
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy A.

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

Perfect trip!

Amazing location and amenities!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carri s.

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

Samples

We enjoyed staying in Marilyn’s condo. It was very clean and close to everything. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry J. M.

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

Just what the body needed

Thank you for a wonderful weekend, a manatee visit, and a dolphin fin hello made it more inviting, didn't notice the bad weather, it was perfect anyway, we will be coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine M.

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

Very relaxing

Very beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NATASHA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply adorable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Great place and loved the area!

We loved the place, walk out to the water and watch the dolphins! Walk to restaurants and the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis G.

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

Visit

Great place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnna S.

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

40th Birthday Trip

Good location to get to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime K.

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

Birthday get away

Loved the place and amenities within the unit to use while we enjoyed our stay. Easy access. The water view was wonderful. Everything was within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lezli C.

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

Weekend getaway

Excellent location, stay. Room clean and convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo R.

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

Cozy Stay

The property is excellent for couples that want to spend a relaxing stay away from the every day rush. The amenities are great and Marilin is an excellent host. Definitely we will staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander C.

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

Great stay

The property was great! Right on the water with relaxing views to drink morning coffee and relax. Sunset bar and grill is a great way to end the evening with spectacular view of the sun going down and good food.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property at Little Harbor is right by the water where you may see dolphins and manatees! It’s a cute little beachy condo and it was super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felipe S.

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

Very nice place, definitely will come back

Compare with others in the same condo, one of the best ones.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki L.

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

Family Graduation

We enjoyed the stay. Clean room with everything we needed to enjoy a comfortable stay. Loved having quick access to the pool and beach area. Great restaurants and wonderful local breakfast spots to eat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The beach bar
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

jeff l.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

great place, good room, bed and hide a bed need upgrades

awesome amenities, room is small but ok. beautiful sunrise and sunset. bed and hide a bed need upgrades.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristie F.

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

Loved it

Beautiful area. Got to see some dolphins from our window. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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