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Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8197 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ruskin, FL
  • Ruskin Family Drive-In
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit

Welcome to The Blue Heron House! A beautiful 4 Bedroom home with private heated pool, fire pit, kayaks, & private dock on the Little Manatee River that leads to Tampa Bay. Relax on the dock or by the pool and enjoy the picture perfect sunset while watching the dolphins and manatees swim by. Enjoy local waterfront restaurants or stay in and cook in the well equipped kitchen. We have both charcoal and propane outdoor grills available to you as well. Bring your boat, or charter a local captain to take you down river and into Tampa bay!
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Ruskin Family Drive-In. Features include an outdoor pool. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Ruskin Family Drive-In and a few minutes from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Joe

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed on pool deck, just use ashtray.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2123 sq ft (197 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We have baby gear!

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, 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
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

Home away from home!
Tampa Bay area stunner! 4 Bedroom waterfront oasis!

Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place
loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This house is right next to family we have in Tampa, so we will be using this location many times in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
The house was great had everything you could possibly need. The pool was wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway
This was the perfect place for our family to come together. The house was clean and fully stocked with everything we needed. It’s a great location, close by to Apollo Beach with great restaurants and some shopping. The owners were communicative, friendly, and quick to respond anytime we had a question.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pool and kayaking
The house is large and very comfortable. We spent most of our time on the lanai, in the pool or on the canal. Very relaxing holiday in a quiet neighborhood. The house is very well stocked. No need to buy spices condiments or cleaning products
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lives up to the description
Eight of us stayed at the Blue Heron House over spring break. There were 4 adults and 4 kids under 12. 1. The house is spacious, updated, and extremely clean. I found it to be the cleanest VRBO I've ever stayed in. When you first arrive, the place looks small from the street, but it certainly is not. 2. The kitchen is updated and has most everything one would need. We noticed we could use a little more small sized tupperware for leftovers. Other than that, it was perfect. 3. The bedrooms are very comfortable, and each room has a TV with Netflix loaded on it. The kids stayed in the queens, and the adults stayed in the King beds. I found our bedroom to have good soundproofing. 4. Living Room- We brought our own firestick from home for the living room TV... because we were staying during march madness. There was more seating than we all needed, and the couches were very comfy. There was also plenty of games, toys, and art supplies for the kids. They were very happy. 5. The bathrooms were clean and updated too. Great water pressure. The 4 year old struggled to get on the toilets, so a step stool would be our suggestion. 6. The laundry room has a brand new washer and dryer. We did a lot of pool towel drying, and we were able to wash our clothes before heading home. 7. The backyard lives up to everything you see in pictures. I think the pool is bigger than some hotel pools. The heated water was perfect. We highly recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarice F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Go Big Red
Everything was great from the booking, to the checking in, to the checking out. The house had everything we needed. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place, worth the stay!
The listing shows everything almost exactly how it was when we arrived. The pool is just as big as the listing shows (it's also about 6' deep at the lowest part) and the indoor living area is nice and big. Decorations are really nice and gave me some inspiration for my place even. We visited over Thanksgiving and got lucky enough to see manatees in the inlet in the backyard. So cool! Would definitely recommend. The only real thing to note is that there's no garage or carport, just a driveway. Didn't bother us but figured it should be noted.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Earl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yearly Fraternity Brothers Weekend
Every year a few of my fraternity brothers and I get together for a weekend of fellowship. This year we chose Tampa as our destination. I researched several properties and we decided upon Blue Heron based upon the reviews and photos. When we arrived we weren’t disappointed. The property looked much better then the photos depicted. The property is beautiful, rooms are spacious, clean and had everything you could want for a vacation. It sits on the inland with a screened in pool overlooking the water. If you’re looking for a nice place for a family vacation I would highly recommend Blue Heron.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garret B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys trip
We came from San Antonio, Tx. for a guys trip, house was clean and very nice! Quiet neighborhood as well:
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal!
The Blue Heron house was perfect for my family. The attention to detail was not overlooked. The host provided toilet paper, paper towels, towels (bath and beach), shampoo/conditioner, soap, kitchen and dishwasher items to name a few! My children LOVED the toy box. They played for hours. My favorite had to be the door alarm to the pool area. It gave me an extra sense of security with the children. The deck on the canal was very beautiful and peaceful. We all enjoyed the mango tree in the front yard…bonus! The neighborhood is very quiet and friendly. The location could not be beat. We were near grocery stores, and between some of the best beaches. We drove to Indian Rocks beach one day (beautiful water!) and Siesta Key the next (the best sand!). I had an issue with the grill and the electricity going off briefly. The host was very quick to respond and transparent with the issue. Excellent communication and very friendly. I would 100% recommend this house and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lotta C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved loved loved it!
The entryway floor mat said it all- Welcome Home. This house felt like home. It is spacious and welcoming and the river and pool bring a peacefulness that made us want to stay! I enjoyed sitting on the dock in the early morning having coffee and watching the birds and the water. I hope to come back to this little piece of heaven!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cierra T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool waterfront home
The house was very clean. We really enjoyed the pool, amenities, and kayaking. Some rooms were cooler than others but other than that everything was good. There were fans in the closet that my friends used who had the warmer rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Demetrius S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Loved the open space and cleanliness of the property. Very gracious host even allowed us to check in early due to flight and travel. Will definitely rent again if I'm ever in that area
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B., Kuwait

Liked: Cleanliness
Unforgettable
This property is exactly as pictured but what you don’t see are all the little details that made the stay exceptional. The beds are very comfortable (even our Goldilocks found a bed that was just right). The kayaks and paddle boat where great fun and there were plenty of pool toys. Labels on the light switches made it easy to find the correct switch and so many more details made our visit unforgettable.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberta B., Katy, tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Heron House - Perfect Setting !
Very nice house, perfect size and close to all the activities we wanted to pursue. The pool and pool area were fantastic. Sons in law had a blast fishing off the dock.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Florida vacation home!
Our family of 6 adults had a great time at this home! We loved the screened in heated pool (84 degrees +) and fishing off of the dock and in the included kayaks. We saw many dolphins and manatees. The interior of the home is beautiful, looks newly remodeled and was very clean. The hosts went out of their way to provide way more than just the bare minimum of supplies (all kitchen soaps, laundry soap, hand soap, shampoo and conditioner were available). Not many rental properties provide these. Several good restaurants nearby, including the Lazy Gator which is within walking distance and our favorite Sunset Bar and Grill for a nice lunch or dinner on the beach. Publix and Winn Dixie are both just a short drive away. Hosts are super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this vacation rental!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Look no further
This place was exactly as shown in the website and the attention to detail with all the extras was exceptional. Joe was an excellent host. We would highly recommend this place .
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, amazingly well set up
This place was great - comfortable, plenty of space and so much attention to detail. My kids swam everyday in the heated pool. The house was really well stocked - pods for the washer, beach towels, games and even art supplies for the kids. We used the kayaks right off the dock, and it was a quick drive to a beach to swim there as well. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property - Huge Pool
Well maintained property, huge pool. Shed full of pool toys, bags, kayak, paddle board. Great property to get some sun for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Spot
We traveled with 3 kids (6, 3 and 18 months) and this house and location couldn’t have been any more perfect! Quiet neighborhood and close enough to enjoy both local attractions and beaches. The house had everything we needed plus more! It really felt like we were at home but with sunshine and warmth.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori R., We live in beautiful Nashville TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need
Just what we wanted and very responsive owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway to relax and unwind
Property owner was very responsive. House was very clean upon arrival. There were games and puzzles that my kids enjoyed while winding down at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

George M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
Clean, had everything and anything that is needed in a home, very open interior so we had plenty of room for the 6 of us. We enjoyed being able to play in the pool too.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanna T., Chickamauga

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Clean, well- maintained house. Lots of room for everyone. Comfortable beds. Kitchen well stocked. We enjoyed our stay very much. Would stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022