Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Gym
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

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Ruskin, FL

Place, Tampa Bay
‪9 min drive‬
Place, MacDill Air Force Base
‪45 min drive‬
Place, Salvador Dali Museum
‪46 min drive‬
Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Similar properties

Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

About this property

Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining

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Enjoy stunning canal views in this updated Tampa Bay side unit, perfect for your next Florida getaway! Located in the beautiful Little Harbor Resort community, this comfortable and clean unit offers everything you need for a relaxing stay, all within walking distance of restaurants, marinas, and resort amenities.

This cozy unit features two queen beds with pillow-top mattresses, a full bathroom with walk-in shower and handrails, and a mini-fridge and microwave—ideal for morning coffee or snacks. Thoughtful accent touches give it more charm and comfort than a typical hotel room.

Step outside to watch the Florida sunset, and keep an eye out for manatees or dolphins in the canal behind the building. With convenient front-door parking and a peaceful, scenic setting, this unit makes for an unforgettable stay in Little Harbor.

MANAGER'S NOTES:

**While the resort features a private beach, water access is regulated by the Florida Department of Health. If water quality concerns arise, the department may issue advisories or restrict water access entirely. Please note that the resort, homeowner, and iTrip Orlando have no control over these decisions, and no refunds will be issued as this is a mandate from a federal agency. For more information on water quality or current advisories, please contact the Florida Department of Health or visit https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/beach-water-quality/

***While this home is pet-friendly, not all pets are accepted. There is a MAXIMUM of 2 pets, no exceptions. Every pet requires:

• PET FEE: $150 per pet, per 28 nights. This fee is not refundable and is not included in your trip total at the time of booking.

• Refundable SECURITY DEPOSIT: $500 per pet. This fee is refundable based on the condition of the home after checkout and is not included in your trip total at the time of booking.

• A completed screening with Pet Profile (link will be shared after booking)

• Proof of valid rabies vaccination

During your stay at this hotel, you'll be within walking distance of Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park. You'll find features like a gym, a water park, and a hot tub.

Free WiFi
Splash around at the water park
Onsite recreation includes a gym
Just a 5-minute drive from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 8 minutes from Tampa Bay

This hotel offers its guests a water park, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

This Ruskin hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Communal pool
Gym
Hot tub
Water park
Water sports equipment

Guest services

Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

Dock

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Air conditioning
Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

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.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Affordable Canal Water View

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Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Dar J.

1 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

As always, very satisfied This is my 4th time staying here and we'll be back again

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda F.

13 Jul 2025

Good enough for economy price

Pretty views of creek. Outside you can see Tampa across the

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher G.

16 Jun 2025

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

kd4oro L.

8 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place.

Everything in general was good except:1. Ac compressor seemed a little noisy.2. Water pressure in shower was a little bit low.3. Coffee grinds was in coffee maker when we went to make coffee. The grinds had mold on them. We had to was pot several times before we could make a cup.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner

22 Feb 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The grounds were kept up nicely and other buildings were in beautiful condition. However, the building in which we stayed was old and not well maintained. The unit we used was adequate but was not what I consider a vacation experience, especially with its cost.

Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrill J.

6 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet room / location

Clean- next time I would look for ground level / stairs w no elevator - cute place

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

beth s.

26 Nov 2024

Needs television

Lovely room. Nice Canal view . Internet does not connect to television. Also remote batteries dead. Even If those things were working, Instructions sent do not match the remote. There is no HDMI plugged into modem or TV. Property is unable to provide television during our four day.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

John C.

23 Nov 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great property, terrible room

Property was great, room was disgusting. Very dirty. Owner should be ashamed of herself. Will go to Property again, but thru private owner we met that seems to care about the room

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

18 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Not happy

The stay was great until I was hit with a smoking fee. The rules were read and it absolutely said no smoking in unit. There was no smoking in the unit. The person staying is an extremely heavy smoker so his clothes most definitely smelled like smoke. I had very little communication with the rental company and when they did respond they told me that there was no way the person did not smoke especially since there were cigarette butts in the trash can. I was absolutely ok with getting an extra cleaning fee but to be hit with a smoking fee was absurd. If they do not want anyone smelling like smoke or someone that is a heavy smoker renting that definitely needs to be put in the rental description. I will be telling people about this company and the lack of communication after emailing them several times.It really is a shame honestly especially after the person that it was rented for lost everything in the hurricane and now out the money for a smoking fee because he was accused of smoking in the unit.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda A.

13 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

The room was nice, however it was on the 2nd fl which I was unaware sine the listing stated your car is out front door.. i asked to check in early, not an option, do to cleaning from prior guest. But at check in the cleaners were still in room. There was

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Knoble C.

10 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daren Jaclyn T.

31 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome getaway!

We booked here on a last minute getaway for us. Was a fluke find, but decided to book as it seemed to have everything we were looking for. We are SO glad we did! This was awesome! Location and facilities were wonderful! Condo was clean

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

2 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice for a short stay

Community and restaurants are very cute here. The room and building was nice but not as updated as I had hoped and as it seems in the pics. A bit rundown is all. Unlike others who reviewed, I did not see any bugs at all, hallways were clean, room was clean and all items were available as noted on the listing. Enjoyed the stay especially because it was only for a few days.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Travelled with partner

28 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

The room was nice, expect they have very bright porch lights that shine through room as the curtains do not go all the way so it looks like day light all night , one roll of toilet paper, the communication with the company was horrible they don’t answer the phone you leave a voicemail they dont call back excuse they were training someone .which doesn’t excuse the fact i needed check in information and had questions never will book again the beds are not comfortable

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny N.

14 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Vacation

Everything was great.....our time here was too short. The manitees and dolphins right outside our door was a plus. This was our second visit and was very enjoyable. We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Audrey

26 Feb 2024

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Don M.

9 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Electrical plug challenge

The only real complaint is the electrical plug situation. The one between the beds was very questionable. Definitely wouldn’t pass any code. There was one really dated extension cord that had to be used for the coffee pot. Then unplugged so the toaster could be plugged it. A bit surprised to see this.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayce H.

7 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy stay

This place was quiet and cozy for me and my family! It’s just like a hotel set up! Wish I could have cooked some food for my kids but that’s the only downfall! It has security and a bunch of amenities! A pool tennis a playground etc! 3 restaurants near by that we didn’t visit because we were out and exploring most of the time! There are amazing food trucks right down the street and a coffee food truck too that was great!! Will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra M.

16 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Coffee maker

Thing were great just update coffee maker with keurig.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy W.

4 Sept 2023

Great Views

Located between two water views. However, the property itself was dated and run down. AC issue due to bed too close to vent. The bed would get cold which would shutdown the unit for cooling. So it was hot in unit.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

6 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, but hard to find

Everything about Harbor Inn was great. It is quiet and clean in a good location with activities to do in the area. Finding the place was not eaay. We got, what seemed liked, two addresses and were not sure where to go. After we figured it put, all was good.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis G.

15 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Place it’s real comfortable, clean and everything it’s close by, a real great place to stay

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

sanella

13 May 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This place was not ready for new guests this was very dirty and everything was sticky I have booked for 4 days and I have left on the first day I dont recommend this place for anybody

4/10 Poor

Albert

23 Apr 2023

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Monica M.

1 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Mixed bag

We loved this area! Love the beaches, wonderful weather, saw manatees and dolphins The room was essentially a hotel room. The air conditioning was so-so. The “kitchen area” was a dorm sized refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffeemaker and one cabinet of dishes. There was no dishwasher or even dish washing liquid, which honestly kind of confused me since the email mentioned a dishwasher a few times including saying that when we leave we should load and run the dishwasher. Overall we were extremely satisfied with the resort. The facilities were nice and well maintained. We loved being able to see the wildlife RIGHT THERE! We really liked the Sunset Bar and Grill restaurant.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023