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Located in the charming Little Harbor Resort, Bahia Beach Retreat offers a tranquil retreat with direct water views where you can unwind on your private balcony, watching pelicans dive and fish jump. This townhouse features a cozy living area with an electric fireplace, 70-inch flat-screen TV and patio seating for sunset evenings. Enjoy free parking and WiFi during your stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7132 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat - Your Perfect Coastal Escape

  • Escape to this beautiful 3‑bedroom, 3‑bath waterfront townhome located in the stunning seaside community of Little Harbor. With multiple terraces, resort‑style amenities, and breathtaking water views, this is the ultimate Florida vacation destination for families, couples, and groups alike.

    Property Highlights
    Spacious 3‑bedroom, 3‑bathroom waterfront townhome
    Multiple private terraces for sunrise coffee or sunset cocktails
    Fully furnished and designed for comfort and relaxation
    Open‑concept living and dining areas perfect for gathering
    Updated kitchen with modern finishes and plenty of space
    One bedroom conveniently located on the first floor
    Interior laundry for guest convenience

    Resort‑Style Amenities
    Short walk to a secluded white‑sand beach
    Waterfront dining options including a lively tiki/sports bar
    Heated swimming pools and modern fitness centers
    Tennis courts and scenic walking areas
    Deep‑water marina with direct access to Tampa Bay & the Gulf
    Canoeing and kayaking through peaceful canals
    Frequent wildlife sightings including dolphins and manatees

    Outdoor Living
    Four private terraces offering indoor/outdoor living
    Perfect spots for morning coffee, al‑fresco meals, or evening wine
    Peaceful views of the harbor, canals, and passing boats

    Adventure Awaits
    Incredible fishing opportunities nearby
    Boater‑friendly location with easy waterway access
    Nature lovers can explore the river, mangroves, and wildlife

    Ideal Location
    Easy drive to Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota
    Close to golf courses, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment
    Quiet, gated waterfront community with a true resort feel

    Your Florida Vacation Starts Here
    Relax on the beach, explore the water, dine by the marina, or simply unwind on your private terrace. This Little Harbor retreat offers everything you need for a memorable and rejuvenating coastal getaway.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,417 square feet

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Located in Ruskin, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while Salvador Dali Museum and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights. Manatee Viewing Center and Andersen Race Park are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Ruskin travel guide
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Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
    2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park
    7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Ruskin Family Drive-In
    8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • beach near Pelican Cove
    11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Gannon University Ruskin Campus
    13 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    8 min drive
  • Circle K
    11 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • Beanie's Sports Bar
    8 min drive
  • Riverside Golf Course Community
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat - Your Perfect Coastal Escape have a pool?

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

Is Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat - Your Perfect Coastal Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat - Your Perfect Coastal Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat - Your Perfect Coastal Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat - Your Perfect Coastal Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat - Your Perfect Coastal Escape located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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Gorgeous Sunsets at Bahia Beach Retreat - Your Perfect Coastal Escape Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was very clean and well stockedPlenty of seating for outdoor areas. comfortable beds and lots of blanketsHost responded very quickly with all issues (2)We rebooked for our next year stay very quickly and look forward to our return visit.
Stayed 91 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great. Some things in the picture weren't there for the beach. Everything was super clean and easy to find.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Great place to stay!

Very nice condo, great for families. It's in a nice neighborhood with access to a pool and is close to two restaurants and a small beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Great Place to Stay!

A wonderful experience for all. The townhouse was beautiful and had many conveniences! Close to the beach (short walk), pool and the Sunset Grill!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon and Susan G.

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

Great Ruskin Area Home

Very nice townhome if you're in the Ruskin area, check in was super easy, and the house is very well appointed, great bunk beds for kids make it family oriented. The community it's in has some nice little restaurants so you don't have to venture too far if you don't want to. All in all a very nice place to stay for a few days with Tampa and Sarasota in easy reach.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Excellent stay!

We had a wonderful stay in this lovely property. The home was wonderful and well maintained. The hosts were the absolute very best!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

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

Beautiful relaxing views

Well laid out condo. Great kids bedroom with gaming chairs. Our granddaughter loved it. It has the most comfortable mattresses I've had to date. I recommend this stay highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daphne R.

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

Lovely home with great property management.

Home was clean and had everything you needed. The view from the porch was nice, you could see manatees and other wild life. Amenities in the community were also nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dori A.

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

Spacious, clean vacation getaway

The property was very nicely laid out, clean, and spacious. Every room had a balcony, bathroom, and comfy beds! Access to a fabulous little beach and restaurant with outside seating to take in gorgeous sunset views. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcy J.

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

Family with adult children

We enjoyed our stay. Our 2 adult children had their own rooms and their own bathrooms. Definitely better than any hotel could offer and at a reasonable rate. Our host was easy to reach and very responsive. We cooked, played games and swam at the pool. The area was very friendly and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie A.

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

Perfect location for a family vacay

This property was perfect for my 2 sisters and me. The 3 BRS/3 baths allowed for us all to have our own spaces, while enjoying the family room and balcony together. We also went to both restaurants, the beach and played Pickleball. Lindsey was prompt in answering questions, and for providing check-in and check-out instructions. And the most important thing is that the unit was CLEAN!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rachael j.

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

Family Getaway

This is such a lovely property in a quiet area. We stayed for just a few days in January for a staycation ages 12 to 78. Except for going to the manatee Nature Center 20 minutes away we stayed on the property and had plenty to do for all of us. The swimming pool is heated, it was cool enough to play tennis the Sunset Grill has a lot of good entertainment and the sunsets were unbelievable. Would love to come and visit another day another day
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey P.

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

Family vaca

Much nicer unit than others we've stayed at in Little Harbor. Beds were comfortable and unit was well equipped. Only disappointment was that the property description had not been updated to reflect that the "game room/tiki bar" in the garage was no longer. We had looked forward to using it. But otherwise a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

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

A wonderful trip

Lindsey is a wonderful host. The townhouse is nice, clean and has everything you could need for your stay including beautiful views from the living room outside deck (one of 4) of a cove where we watched manatee. Little Harbor is a wonderful place with a beach, two restaurants and fantastic sunsets. This was the second time we have stayed here and we already have reservations for next year. Thank you again Lindsey
Stayed 72 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

The perfect home away from home!

My husband and I stayed at Lindsey's fabulous unit for the month of November. Our grown children & grandchildren joined us for 2 of the weeks and the space was perfect for two sets of adults and the grand kids. We enjoyed watching the manatees during our morning coffee and throughout the day. The location was a perfect jumping off spot to Siesta Key, St. Petersburg and Tampa. The beach and pool are so relaxing and a short walk from the unit. The use of the golf cart was also appreciated! We took advantage of the tiki room and bbq as well. Lindsey is a super host who responds quickly to any questions or concerns. I would highly recommend this unit for long term stays!
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Beautiful, clean, homey getaway w beach/sunsets

Lindsey was an amazing communicator and wonderful host. The property was just as described and was very clean. My husband and I, along w our adult children (early 20’s) had an amazing stay. Between the 4 balconies, comfortable private bedrooms, living room and bonus room w dart board we had plenty of room to spread out as well as be together. The recommended restaurants were great & the sunsets were amazing! We never hit the pool due to cool temps but I imagine it would have been great. Apollo beach was so close and we found lots of shark teeth & turtle shell fossils! The (free) manatee viewing center is right there & was super cool! Had lunch at Fins on the water and enjoyed ourselves. The area is not touristy. It takes about an hour drive to get to Fort DeSoto, St Pete’s/John’s Pass or Anna Maria island for shelling, crowds & touristy things. In the opposite direction, it was about an hour to watch the college baseball teams play. Thank you!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great Stay

Local residents to the area. However, each July 4, we spend a short staycation for the wife's bday and the 4th at Little Harbor. We've stayed in 6+ different townhomes / condo locations on Bahia Beach Blvd. The accommodations at this location were the best we've encountered. Having the garage availability with games for the kids/adults was 5-star. This was used everyday by our family. Nice place to retreat for an adult beverage or two as well. The living area was clean and had everything we needed for the kitchen on hand. Just bring the ingredients to compile your food. The bed / bathroom in the master was great. The bed was firm and adequate airflow with the fans and a/c cranking. It can get stupid hot in July, so this was important. The other beds were nice and comfy as well. Overall, of course we will look to book here again. Rented a golf cart from an offsite company (SSCC). It's operated by a locally well known owner and located close to LH. Thank you Lindsey and family!!! The communication from the owner and the flexibility they had with us was 2nd to none. The owners even gave us a little unexpected surprise for the wife's bday... Can't beat an early checkin, when available... ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Cute place + amazing host

One important note: I wouldn't recommend this rental for anyone who has trouble with stairs. There is a steep flight to get to the main level and a 2nd flight to get to the primary bedrooms. Outside of the stairs, we LOVED this rental. The space was adorable & super convenient. The beds were comfy; there were so many kitchen utensils & handy beach things. The bar area & golf cart were great bonuses! It was clean and offered everything we expected. Watching the manatees off the patio is no joke - we saw them playing every morning! Outside of the physical location & building, what made this rental far & away one of the best we've ever stayed in was the host, Lindsey. When we ran into last minute unexpected changes with our trip, she was incredibly understanding, empathetic, responsive, and so helpful. Lindsey's fantastic customer service continued once we made it to the condo: We ran into a couple of small issues that we let her know about right away. In no time at all, she responded, offered solutions, but was also very respectful of our time - not wanting to take away from our vacation. Lindsey was simply amazing & hands down the best vacation rental host we've ever had. We will definitely be back to Ruskin. Thank you again for everything Lindsey! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robin S.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Magnificent Sunsets

Location: If you aren't a boater there really isn't much to do locally. Even the restaurants out side of the property are really just basic. There are a few gems out there to drive to. You really need to drive to see nice beaches, which we did do, 50 min. from Anna Marie Is., 50 min. away from Treasure Isl. I guess we were spoiled being able to be in the heart of a beach location, which this really was not as the beach was rather small, dark water and seaweed. There were no rentals such as jet skies as the sign indicates on the description of the site. Perhaps it was the time of year that we went. If you are truly looking for rest and relaxation this may just be for you. The sunsets when not cloudy are really worth seeing down by the beach area. I do not think this area sprays for bugs as other areas such as Clearwater and Indian Rocks does so beware of the bites. For the the townhouse itself it was nice & quaint, 3 bedrooms & baths were definitely a plus. One thing I would suggest is putting better pictures up of the rooms as it is hard to gage the size of the rooms by the close up pictures that are on the site. I did feel the main living space was pretty small. Another suggestion is to state that there are 2 flights of stairs in this townhouse, in case you have people joining you who have trouble doing stairs. Lindsey, the owner was very nice and accommodating. She even over-nighted beach towels to us when I could not find them.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space for a family of 5. Kitchen was stocked for cooking in and having laundry in the condo bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time we’ve stayed in this unit. Everything was great. Wouldn’t hesitate to book it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

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

Great stay

Quiet, friendly environment.. would do it again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Family Reunion in Ruskin

Nice location, beautiful setting, owner very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Excellent place to stay

Great property. Very clean and accommodating. Excellent place to stay for my family. Lindsey was great to work with. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Wonderful stay!

Lyndsey was a great host. The condo was beautiful and perfect for our family to celebrate Christmas together!
Stayed 36 nights in Dec 2023