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A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience!

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated Pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Washer

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

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 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, pickleball and basketball courts, corn-hole, playground, marina, fishing, dinner cruises, water sports, beautiful sunsets and live entertainment. Golfing is at a nearby golf course. Guests are required to bring their own equipment. Pools, the gym, and the pier can be accessed using a host-loaned returnable key fob. There is an $80 replacement cost for a missing key fob.
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, and is painted a unique light silver grey color, 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. Guests are provided a door entry code on the day of their arrival. The entry doors are self-locking - the latch on the inside of the doors must NOT be turned at any time. Parking is free with parking lots at the front and back of the unit. Guests must retrieve a parking permit from the desk drawer and keep it on their dashboard during their stay.
OTHER
This is a pet-free, smoke-free and vape-free unit. We cannot allow pets per condo association rules and due to allergies. We cannot allow smoking and vaping due to owner allergies. In addition guests with allergies specifically seek our pet-free, vape-free, and smoke-free accommodations because of allergy and health issues. We adhere to our policy for this reason.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
MAXIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE
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Pets

No pets allowed
NO PETS ALLOWED (CONDO ASSOCIATION RULES)
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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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Ruskin

Located in Ruskin, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while MacDill Air Force Base and Salvador Dali Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Sun City Center Community Tennis, or consider a night out at North Shore Aquatic Center. With jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Ruskin, FL

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience!?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! on May 12, 2026 start from $156, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ruskin condo building is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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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

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catharine b.

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

10/10 Excellent

jill g.

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacob G.

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

Bay view

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

10/10 Excellent

deb m.

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

Birthday getaway

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

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Artful Nook

We enjoyed our stay at the Artful Nook… Very clean and great location….
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole C.

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty H.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorie S.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Good location

The location of the unit was great. We were in town for a wedding and it met our needs perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Anniversary Trip

Our short stay was amazing. The accommodations were wonderful for a short stay, for a longer stay a cooktop would be nice. Little harbor is quiet and peaceful. Location was great. Short walk to a beautiful sunset.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cary R.

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

Can’t wait to come back

Great location. Quiet neighborhood. Sunset grill was very nice. It was so cool seeing the manatees and dolphins right off the deck.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LORI G.

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

Beautiful water view from condo

Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jim C.

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

Golf trip at Sun city Center

Room was adequate very clean the TV was complicated
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shetal P.

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

Get away

We live in the bay area and this was the perfect get away to sit and watch boats go by. A beautiful flamboyant tree was in full bloom. Conveniently located walking distance to a small beach and a nice restaurant. Enjoyed beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

alex s.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garry B.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Thank you!

Great location. Clean condo. Enjoyed the pool and the beach. The lights werent working at the pool and they closed it at 730 instead of being open until 10 as posted. One light inside the pool was laying on the bottom of the pool. Safety issue. The minj fridge freezer was completely frozen and we turned it off for a day so we could defrost it. We had purchased milk for my daughter. I did forget to leave the pool card and will drop it in the mail tomrw. Thank you Karen
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lorraine

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Hello and welcome to my VRBO listing of The Artful Nook. I moved from New York to the Tampa Bay Area in May 2019 and fell in love with Little Harbor. Luckily I was blessed to purchase two condos (The Blue Lagoon and The Artful Nook). I am happy to share this quaint seaside community with you. I welcome you as my guest, wish you an enjoyable stay, and invite you to come back again and again. It will always be my pleasure to host you.

Why they chose this property

Little Harbor is a unique community in Ruskin - the air, sea, wildlife, beautiful plants, trees and flowers are refreshing. There is so much to do in addition to relaxing in the peaceful air-conditioned comfort of The Blue Lagoon or The Artful Nook, or sitting on the patio enjoying the antics of dolphins playing in the channel. Little Harbor offers water sports, fishing, dinner cruises, swimming, kayaking, basketball, pickleball, corn-hole, tennis, gym-time, golfing at a nearby resort....and more. Sunrises and sunsets are beautiful and on-site restaurants offer good food and live entertainment. Little Harbor is magical.

What makes this property unique

The dolphin and manatee sightings in the inlet that runs from The Gulf of Mexico is an uplifting and magical experience. Little Harbor is also conveniently located. The property is within 45 minutes of Tampa International Airport as well as Busch Gardens. Other off-site attractions within reasonable driving times include Busch Gardens, The Tampa Zoo, Florida Aquarium, The Dali Museum, The Manatee Viewing Center, YBOR city, The Alley (for bowling).

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