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Pool
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8148 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

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Ruskin, FL
  • Tampa Bay
    8 min drive
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park
    9 min drive
  • Manatee Viewing Center
    18 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    49 min drive

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3 bdrm Home! Short Walk to beach & amenities! Tampa Bay Little Harbor Beach Resort Community!

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (33)
The price is €459
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
3 bdrm Home! Short Walk to beach & amenities! Tampa Bay Little Harbor Beach Resort Community!

About this property

Entire place

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

Pet Friendly with Fantastic Water Views from this Newly Updated 3 Bed Town Home | Sleeps 8

Enjoy your next vacation at BAYDREAM, a charming canal-side townhome located in the quaint bayside community of Little Harbor. This fully appointed vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The home boasts 4 spacious patios perfect for viewing sunrise on the east side and unobstructed sunsets over the Bay on the west balconies! You’ll relish relaxing on them as you enjoy boats floating by and spotting dolphins and manatees!

No need to start the car when you stay at this beautifully furnished home! Located in the most convenient spot in Little Harbor, the front door is just 380 yards from the resort’s private beach and just a hop, skip and a jump from the resort’s restaurants and pool!

The open living area offers brand new, comfortable furniture including a queen-sized sofa sleeper, a 65” flatscreen Smart TV and loads of Florida Sunshine!

The newly renovated kitchen offers you stainless steel appliances, corian countertops and a 6 person dining table, great for meals and games for your group!
Pet Friendly, fees apply so please inquire before booking with a pet

The Master bedroom, located upstairs, features its own canal-side private balcony with breathtaking views, and 4- piece ensuite bathroom with luxurious soaking tub. The secondary upstairs bedroom includes a bayside balcony, and fun “twin over full” bunk beds with smart flatscreen TV!

You'll love the level of detail and convenience that this property offers with updated USB outlets located throughout the property, three smart TV’s and updated lights and fans throughout.

There’s room for everyone and everything in this thoughtfully appointed Baydream of a vacation home!

Beautiful 3 bedroom 3 bathroom townhome in Little Harbor Resort. Breath taking views of the Little Manatee River and Tampa Bay.
(Little Harbor Resort is located on 125 acres, has a Private 1/2 mile beach, 2 waterfront restaurants with tiki bar & evening live entertainment, large heated pools, 2-outdoor Jacuzzis, volleyball court, playground for the kids, 2-full service marinas with 260 boat slips, and 250- foot long fishing pier.

The Bedroom and Bathroom Layout is as follows:
SECOND FLOOR:
• Shared Hall Full Bath w/Shower & Tub Combination
• Queen Bedroom

THIRD FLOOR:
• Twin over Full Bunk Bed set, Full Bathroom, Flat Screen TV and Street Side Balcony (Room Sleeps Up To 3)
• King Master Bedroom w/En-Suite Bath, Flat Screen TV and Canal Side Balcony
• En-Suite Bath to King Master - Walk In Shower, Tub and Large Dressing/Closet Area

ADDITIONAL AMENITIES:
• Contact Free Check In and Check Out
• Free Wi-Fi
• Cable and Streaming Viewing Options
• Ceiling Fans Throughout
• Quality Bedding, Linens & Towels
• Unique Wall Décor & Knick Knacks
• Tile Flooring Throughout
• Corian Kitchen Countertops
• Specialty Paint Colors in Each Room
• Vaulted Ceiling in Master Bedroom
• Full Size Washer & Dryer
And Much More!

MANAGER'S NOTES:
**While this is a pet-friendly home, not all pets are accepted. If a pet will be traveling with you, please get in touch with our reservations team and let us know!
ALL pets require:
• $100 non-refundable fee (per pet)
• $500 refundable damage deposit (per pet)
• Completed and approved pet profile (our reservations team will provide more details)
Unapproved pets, even in pet-friendly homes, are subject to fines and fees. Please help keep our units pet-friendly and let us know your furbabies are coming!
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**THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH HAS RECENTLY ADVISED AGAINST SWIMMING IN THE WATER SURROUNDING THE RESORT DUE TO ELEVATED BACTERIA LEVELS. THE RESORT, THE HOMEONWER, NOR iTrip ORLANDO HAVE ANY CONTROL IN THIS SITUATION AND NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR THIS ACT OF A FEDERAL AGENCY. FOR FURTHER QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS CLOSURE, PLEASE CONTACT THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH OR VISIT https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/beach-water-quality/

GUEST REVIEWS:
We had a wonderful time staying in the place. We got see dolphins and the weather was beautiful Susan H.
Little Harbor Beach Resort and Marina is a Caribbean-style island resort located on the south shore of Tampa Bay.
- Cypress Creek Golf Course, 36 holes of championship golf, 8 miles away.
- Two restaurants overlooking the beach, the Mangroves Restaurant features Caribbean cuisine. Sunset Grille & Lounge offers light meals.
- A beach side Tiki bar with live entertainment.
- The resort offers three deep-water marinas with a total of 330 boat slips, fuel dock, a bait and tackle store, boat ramp launch and boat trailer parking.
- Jet ski's, Kayaks, fishing boats are available for rental.
- A 250-foot fishing pier is on the premises. Fishing charters are available for a fee.
- Private one-half mile beach with chaise lounges and umbrellas available for rent.
- A river side pool with a spa tub with lounge chairs, shaded shaded with umbrellas and Hooks Bar and Grill.
- A shuffleboard court, horseshoe field, beach volleyball, a basketball court and a playground are also on site
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park. A spa tub is available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 3 bathrooms in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 8 minutes from Tampa Bay
This vacation home offers its guests a spa tub. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1593 sq ft (148 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Fantastic Water Views from this Newly Updated 3 Bed Town Home

Pet Friendly with Fantastic Water Views from this Newly Updated 3 Bed Town Home | Sleeps 8 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Property was very nice and the townhouse had everything you needed. Location was very quiet and a bit remote but nice.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!!
We loved staying here! The balconies! The view! Everything! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
Enjoyed our stay. The sunset and sunrise was great. Clean and beds were very comfy. Only suggestion is describe better where trash should be taken and also the restaurant would not give parking voucher even though we at there. Easy access to major roads. Would stay there again. Molly my dog meet many new friends as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in quite resort neighborhood
The home was simply gorgeous, with high end details and features like plantation shutters, large rooms, and comfortable furniture. It was nice to have ceiling fans in every room which helped to keep the home cool since you aren't allowed to set the AC below 71. Luckily it was not too humid the week I was there. The resort was well maintained, quite and I felt very safe being there alone. I love that the owners thought of little features like plenty of coat hangers, plates, and kitchenware. My only complaints are that the daily items that were stocked were minimal and cheap. It would have been nice to have better soaps, more trash bags and toilet paper! Also the private beach was rather disappointing but the condo was close enough to travel to St. Pete beach which was amazing. Also, in the welcome packet please give a location description of where the trash dumps are housed and where the club house and pool are located. I would have never found the pool if I hadn't messaged the renter to find out. Overall, it is a great property with a beautiful view of the harbor, very comfortable furniture and nice amenities!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ron G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
Great place to stay. Very clean and comfortable with great views. We will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruskin
We had a wonderful time staying in the place. We got see dolphins and the weather was beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing sunsets
We totally enjoyed our stay at this property. It's conveniently located close to everything and the sunsets and dolphin sightings were amazing!!
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable and comfortable
My adult daughters and I enjoyed our stay. The townhouse was very clean, comfortable and the decor perfect. Everything we needed was provided. I especially enjoyed sitting time during the evenings on the balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded paradise
Excellent floor plan. It was clean but the only incident that occurred was the shower curtain liners in the two bathrooms that have the shower/tub combination were dirty. I can't believe the cleaning crew did not replace the liners. After reaching out to the owner new liners were put up. We loved the 3 balconies and the views of the bay. There is minimal furniture in the bedrooms. The greatest disappointment was that the bedroom on the main floor does not have a TV. We loved our meals at the Sunset Grill . We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Honey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we hoped!
We chose this property as a hub for the West Coast Florida locations we wanted to visit and couldn't be happier with our decision. The location of the unit within the Little Harbor Community was ideal for all of the amenities. We loved eating, listening to music and enjoying sunsets from the restaurant. Everyone played Tennis and Pickleball, used the gym and enjoyed two excursions from marina for fishing and dolphin watching. The unit itself was perfect for our party of 6 to rest and regroup personally between all of the fun. Thank you for the opportunity to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R., Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
The unit and location were great! Unit was well stocked, comfortable and met our needs easily. Nice views from the balconies (all 4 of them). Watched boats, manatees and dolphins on the canal behind the unit. Definitely recommend and worth the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay didn't want to leave.
We loved the stay and didn't want to leave but knew we had to. The place was in a beautiful location and was decorated very nice. We will stay here again if it is available. Thank you for the beautiful place that we were allowed to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
There were 5 of us that stayed here, and we all enjoyed our 3 days at this townhouse. Everything was exactly how it was described, it was very clean, and the view was beautiful. The landscaping on the grounds were very maintained. My son loved swimming in the pool. The restaurants on the premises were convenient, but food not that great, and very pricey. We all had a great time and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Dylan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
Condo was great. The property however had some odd rules. Amenities closed at 8pm (pier, hot tub, pool, beach). Nothing to do with the rental but something to note. Condo was empty. No spices/seasoning, no plastic wrap/tin foil. Had to buy everything. Been to other places that have the "basics" which was a nice touch. Overall still a good experience and beautiful place.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jordan B., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for Families
We really enjoyed our stay. We recommend to families traveling with children.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol O., Cincinnati, oh

Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of paradise, exactly as expected
We have visited this area in the past and we’re looking forward to return. It is a nice little community with two good restaurants on site so everything is walkable. My particular unit was pet friendly, so my little dog enjoyed as well. We definitely plan to return, and our host gave us clear check in instructions. It is a lovely spot on the Tampa Bay. So, although it is not on the gulf it is still a lovely beach area, and there is access to two pools.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
We had a great stay at this property. It was clean an had all the amenities that we needed. The sunsets from the front balcony were amazing and we watched the dolphins swim up the canal on the back balcony. The property is centrally located and an easy drive to most places of interest. We'll be back next year!!
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Townhouse
Place was very nice and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth the stay
Overall the location and unit was nice. It was clean and furnished approximately. Only problem is we were given the wrong code for check in and it took 40 minutes to get someone to answer our call. Once someone took our call the issue was resolved!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place
This vacation rental was perfect! There was plenty of room for the 7 of us. The condo’s kitchen was fully stocked (with quality cooking supplies) and rest of the place had plenty of linens for the beds and bathrooms. Keeping the condo clean, from sand being tracked in, was super easy thanks to the floors being some kind of hard vinyl planking. Dan was extremely responsive leading up to our vacation (we didn’t need anything from him once we got there) and the check in process was a breeze. We will absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Angele R., Mandeville

As listed
The property was as advertised. Walking distance to the small private beach and pool. It had ample space for our family. We enjoyed mornings and evenings sitting on the back decks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
The check in process was easy and the property was as described. There were a few issues, such as the key fob for the pool being missing, but we enjoyed our stay. Sitting out on the main balcony watching the boats come through the canal was so relaxing. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was adequately supplied in terms of dishes (other than no dish clothes/towels). They also do not keep any leftovers from previous tenants (like ketchup, salt, etc) which I understand, but usually have which is nice so you don't have to buy all new condiments for a brief stay. I was a little disappointed that there was no "resort book" describing the townhome and the resort property, but was informed by the property management that due to COVID they no longer do those (a friend staying at another property on site, managed by the same company did have one, however). We did enjoy the property - the beach area was nice and the kids enjoyed it. It was very close to the townhouse. We ate at the Grill that had live music and the food was good. The pool was relatively small, but never too busy and the kids loved it. The property was well maintained and we took a nice sunset cruise that left right from the little harbor next to the townhouse. It was fun hunting for shells, and we saw so many dolphins off the pier and on the beach. I would recommend - management was very friendly and the property very comfortable and clean. As for the area outside the resort, if you are going to the grocery store, etc, go a little farther down the road than the first Winn Dixie you see - a couple miles down there is a bit nicer area of town with some restaurants and larger grocery stores. Have fun!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great condo!
We have stayed several times at Little Harbour and this was one of the nicest condos yet. The furniture and bedding is updated. The outside furniture was a nice extra. The kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Tina T., Palmetto, Florida

Beautiful place, but terrible communication!
The place was beautiful but there were definitely some disappointing issues. 1. No check-in letter was sent. We checked both of our emails and spam. When we called for assistance, we were told to look once again for email. We waited 40 minutes in a torrential downpour to get in while the two cleaning ladies sat on the front porch. We only got entrance when their ride arrived. She let us in. 2. There was no toilet paper, no paper towels, no shampoo and no soap. They did try to make it right by sending over paper towels and TP, but by then, we had already purchased our own. 3. The FOB for the pool area was no where to be found! We were harassed twice by security for allowing our grandbabies to swim. 4. The couches were filthy 5. The L.R. rug was beyond filthy, it needed to be disposed of. 6. Most disappointing was the communication for this place! We've stayed in this resort a few times and have never had such a bad experience. With fees & all adding up to about $400 a night, we expected better. 🥺
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022