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A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience!

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Exterior
Sports court
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ruskin, FL
  • Tampa Bay
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Manatee Viewing Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

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 mood lighting, 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 and basketball courts, playground, marina, fishing, dinner cruises, water sports, beautiful sunsets and live entertainment. Golfing is nearby.
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, is painted a unique light silver grey color, and provides LED lighting which augments and complements the painted walls. Select from the different intensities of the LED lighting and choose the intensity that suits your mood. Enjoy the aura of rest, peace, relaxation, (and/or romance). 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. Parking is free with parking lots at the front and back of the unit.
OTHER
This is a pet-free unit. Sorry we cannot allow pets per condo association rules and due to allergies.
During your stay at this condo building, you'll be within walking distance of Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park. A gym is available. Free WiFi and a kitchenette are available in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchenette, washing machine and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts, a gym and a playground
  • 9 minutes by car from Tampa Bay and 5 minutes from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
As a guest of A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience!, you'll find a fitness centre, a garden, and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ruskin condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Lorraine

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING ALLOWED INSIDE (OWNER ALLERGY)

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: NO PETS ALLOWED (CONDO ASSOCIATION RULES)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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.

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A memorable, peaceful, and fun experience! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorie S., Fernandina Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Saga of no door code
My wife and I rented a room to attend our friend's wedding. A few days before, I accessed the web site and asked for our check in instruction(s) and a "form letter" email informed me that another email with all our info would be forthcoming. That didn't happen. When we were on the property we are still trying to get someone to reply through the web site. We could not get access to the room so we had to get prepared for the wedding in the parking lot in the car. Suffice it to say my wife was not pleased. About an hour an a half later at the wedding reception I got the email with the door code. So, at least we got a night's sleep. The room was ok - towels, bathroom seemed clean. The wedding and friends were great but we were glad to be on our way home the next morning. Not the service I would expect for the $$$.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

deb m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday getaway
Quiet property, great view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

2/10 Terrible

Greg

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LORI G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful water view from condo
Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

alex s.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W., Ff

Liked: Cleanliness
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

6/10 Okay

Josie Home Phone

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L., Bellville, Ohio, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Cary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip at Sun city Center
Room was adequate very clean the TV was complicated
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location & great view
Great location for fishing and view. Sunrise just in front with Dolphins greeting us with our morning coffee. We even checked out a little late soaking in the view and owner was very understanding. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruskin
It was what we were looking for. Very Quite
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our need
We were down for the Outback Bowl and didn’t want to stay in Tampa. It was close enough. Very very clean and no issues. Quiet neighborhood and lots of places to go walk. Eating places within walking distance. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lacking
The location was great and the host Lorraine was exceptional. The only thing that bothered me was the lack of up to date technology. There was really no place to charge phones or laptops. I know there are lamps that have plug-ins in the base to charge devices. Other than that, we would definitely stay there again !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Pam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Inn at Little Harbor = location excellence
The location is awesome, the beach, the view. The room was not representative of the photos online which was noted on the website they may not be. Being an older unit, outlets are seriously limited and lighting and tv remote were not clear cut. The bath towels need updating. I let the property manager know and she was aware. If it were me, I would leave a supply of thick bath towels, hand towel and face cloths (say 2 per person).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay, all the amenities galore!
We loved our stay. The host was extremely responsive and description of the place and amenities were perfect. Having the marina and docks near by was great as we towed a boat down. Really happy with our stay and would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Very quite and peaceful. Enjoyed staying there and all the staff at the dining facilities are very nice and hospitable. Also just an all around friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shetal P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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