Private Beach: 'Hidden Shack By the Bay' in Ruskin

Outdoor Kitchen | Kayaks, Paddleboard & Fishing Rods | 60 Ft of Private Shoreline

Drift into adventure from this Ruskin vacation rental! Paddle the river at sunrise, then spend your afternoon exploring the butterfly garden or touching cownose rays at the Manatee Viewing Center. As the night unfolds, retreat to the 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home and grill up a seafood feast, then lounge by the fire and admire the starry sky. What are you waiting for? Lock in your waterfront getaway today!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full daybed
- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private beach w/ Little Manatee River access
- Outdoor kitchen w/ gas grill, outdoor dining areas
- Deck w/ lounge seating, covered patio w/ Smart TV
- Wood-burning fire pit
- Patio bathroom w/ walk-in shower
- Hammock, ceiling fans, string lights
- Paddleboards, kayaks, fishing rods

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs
- Dining table, desk (bedroom 2)
- Shower/tub combo

KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware
- Pod coffee maker (Keurig, starter coffee provided)
- Microwave, toaster oven, blender, ice maker

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, hangers, iron/board
- Linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels

FAQ
- No fence before river, high boat traffic, staircases (not childproofed)
- 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, exterior staircase to enter

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Located on 60 feet of private shoreline
- 3 miles to Ruskin Family Drive-In Theatre & 4 miles to E.G. Simmons Conservation Park
- 7-9 miles to Apollo Beach, Manatee Viewing Center & Southshore Bay Lagoon
- 17 miles to Little Manatee River State Park
- 18 miles to Ellenton Premium Outlets
- 28 miles to Anna Maria Island & 29 miles to Lakewood Ranch
- 30-36 miles to The Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens, TreeUmph! Adventure Course, Fort De Soto Park
- 42 miles to Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- 36 miles to Tampa International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Guests to sign waiver before using paddleboards kayaks

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires an exterior staircase to enter
- This property may not be suitable for young children due to the unfenced river area with high boat traffic and 2 flights of stairs, which may be hazardous without close supervision
- Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras: 2 cameras are located on the back of the home facing the deck/patio area, and 1 camera is located by the front door facing the outdoor entryway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces; they record video and audio when activated by motion