Located in Southside Rural Community, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Tampa Bay and Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Gannon University Ruskin Campus - 17 min drive - 10.4 miles
Little Manatee River State Park - 28 min drive - 13.8 miles
MacDill Air Force Base - 54 min drive - 39.8 miles
Getting around
St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
The Fish House - 14 min drive
Wendy's - 16 min drive
Beanie's Bar & Sports Grill - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Tranquil Oasis, Private Entrance & Kitchen
Whether you're on vacation with the family, or traveling for work, this is your perfect home away from home! Within 5-10 minutes from general stores and restaurants. 20 minutes to Ruskin Family Drive-In, E.G. Simmons Regional Park, Bahia Beach and Apollo Beach. 30–45-minute drive from Little Manatee River State Park. 1 hour from the Tampa International Airport, Downtown Tampa and St. Pete-Clearwater Airport.
This beautiful, renovated home includes amenities such as: indoor and outdoor seating with water views, waterfront dock, Smart TV, and High-Speed Internet. Your host has paid attention to every detail of this home to create a great guest experience. Your group will find ample space for dining, with a dining table with seating for all guests. The cozy space features two bedrooms and two bathrooms and smart TV with your favorite streaming services available. The relaxing yard area creates a Zen mood with its beautiful nature environment and water scenery. Your group can relax outside, cook dinner and then dine with a tropical view.
3rd Party Bookings and Pre-Approval Required a.) Third-Party Bookings: We do not allow third-party bookings. The person making the reservation must be the same individual who will be staying at the property. This ensures accountability and respect for our neighbors and property.
b.) Pre-Approval Required: Any booking request must be pre-approved. This helps us manage the impact on our neighbors and the property itself. Please provide detailed information about your group and the purpose of your stay during the booking process.
c.)VRBO for Work: For stays booked under the "VRBO for Work" category, prior confirmation is required. This allows us to evaluate the nature of the booking and the number of guests.
You can always reach out for special circumstances and we will do our best to work with you.
Sleeping arrangements: Bedroom #1 - Queen Sized bed (Sleeps two) Bedroom #2 - Queen Sized bed (Sleeps two) Living Room - Deluxe Queen Air Mattress (Sleeps two)
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, an ironing board, and a dining table.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Southside Rural Community, close to Little Manatee River State Park, Ruskin Family Drive-In, and Florida Railroad Museum. You'll also find Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and Sun City Center Library nearby.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Tranquil Oasis, Private Entrance & Kitchen good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Tranquil Oasis, Private Entrance & Kitchen?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 29.1 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 13.5 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Tranquil Oasis, Private Entrance & Kitchen?
Yes, every accommodation at Tranquil Oasis, Private Entrance & Kitchen comes with a deck with some featuring water views.
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
William H.
Jun 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place.
William H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Regisha L.
Jan 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Regisha L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Thomas V.
Dec 28, 2024
A little underwelmed but dock fishing was good
I was not aware a guest was also staying on the property. I did not recall that in the listing.He was quiet enough and polite, but we were not expecting to share the property.( guest was staying in a smaller swelling near the rear dock)The yard is a bit underkept, but this could be from the past hurricanes. The rear dock had some decent fishing and the two kyaks and gear worked out great. We spent most of the time out on the dock and kayaking.A lot of typed notices around the home with rules to follow. This is a downer for some folks who want to get away from things for a while and relax.Quiet location..a great waterway out back.I dont think I would stay here again. But it is not terrible. Just dont expect to fancy of a place.
Thomas V.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Zane L.
May 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little place on the river.
We stayed here for a bit over a month before moving out of the area. It’s a nice and clean place in a quiet neighborhood. The yard could use a little cleaning up but the view over the river is beautiful.
Zane L.
Stayed 39 nights in Apr 2024
6/10 Okay
Lee A.
Mar 5, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ruskin House
Our stay was OK - the pictures of the property were much nicer than the actual property!! We had issues with the A/C window units - they were so dirty and full of mold and who knows what else that we could not use them. I reported this to the property management - hopefully they’ll take care of this before renting it out again. I would not to stay here again.
Lee A.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ted S.
Jan 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Cottage in Ruskin
My son and I take an annual fishing vacation. This property had everything we needed. The hosts were very nice and attentive without being obtrusive.
It is clean, very nicely decorated, and comfortable beds and furniture.
We would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, waterfront vacation. We will be back!
Ted S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara L.
Jan 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
New Years Eve stay
We enjoyed our stay. I would have like there to have been more coffee and it was frustrating to pull up and not have check in information when promised. But after the call and getting it done we had a great evening. My son enjoyed the swing while the rest of us enjoyed the fire pit. We took pictures at the dock and my mom was really excited about the canoes. It was too cold for them, but she said “Next time…”
Sara L.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING GETAWAY
The space was absolutely amazing. This is our second time staying in this location. It’s a great home away from home.