3 acres private 4 bed, 4 bath ranch, unusually huge lanai, heated pool, grill!

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Heated Pool and Jacuzzi both have refreshing water fall features.

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Location
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4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10325 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Ruskin, FL

Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park7 min drive
Tampa Bay10 min drive
Vinoy Park39 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Common area 1

2 Double Futons

Primary master with view of river.

1 King Bed

Secondary master

1 Queen Bed

Spacious

1 Queen Bed

View of river

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Main master bath

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Gorgeous 3500 sf riverfront home on 3 lush acres with tropical landscaping. You will have use of the private dock and lift and can boat from our place out to the Gulf. This one of a kind brick ranch style home is perfect for those that value privacy, love the water, enjoy gardens, and desire space inside and out. Traditional style one story home has enough space to host a larger family or group. There are 2 ensuites with beautiful private baths (4 total bedrooms), 2 living areas (one has queen sized sofa bed), 2 eating areas inside, one outside) heated pool and jacuzzi with lovely very large screened in area overlooking the river. There are a total of 5 big screen smart televisions. The beauty of the Little Manatee River is nicely captured from many rooms inside the house through lots of windows. One of the master suites has its very own private sitting room and a very large marble bathroom with a large jetted soaker tub, makeup desk, double sinks with quartz countertops and a large marble shower. All beds throughout the house get raving reviews for comfort.

You will enjoy gorgeous sunrises as well as sunsets over the river. You may see dolphins, manatee, tropical birds, jumping fish, and other wildlife from the master bedroom, family room, breakfast nook, pool area, or while sitting on the dock. The dining area has an electric fireplace for a relaxing ambiance. The French doors lead to a wonderful outdoor Mecca with a lovely heated pool and jacuzzi, both with waterfalls, multiple seating areas, a large eating area, a gas fire pit, and a very nice large gas grill. There is a long palm lined ashphalt driveway with lovely tropical landscaped yard and beautiful night time lighting, suitable for royalty. We have 3 kayaks and one paddle board you can launch onto the river. This is a perfect place for the fisherman, outdoor lover, boater, and nature seeker. Many memories will be made here. You will not be disappointed in this truly beautiful Florida property...bound to surpass your expectations, guests frequently say the photos truly don’t do justice to this amazong one of a kind place. Beds sleep 8 plus a sofa bed for 2 additional sleepers.

Property manager

Jacquelyn Imhoff

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Ocean view

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking outside may be considered, please contact

Smoking is allowed outside the home and pool area Gatherings are allowed but need pre-approval. Pets are allowed but not on furniture or in pool

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

About the area

Ruskin

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Southside Rural Community, a neighbourhood in Ruskin. Ruskin Family Drive-In and Florida Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cypress Golf Club and Sandpiper Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Andersen Race Park and Manatee Viewing Center.

Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park - 7 min drive
Tampa Bay - 10 min drive
E.G. Simmons Regional Park - 15 min drive
Tropicana Field - 37 min drive
Vinoy Park - 39 min drive

Getting around

Tampa Union Station - 37 min drive
St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Wendy's - 13 min drive
Dunkin' - 13 min drive
The Patio and Tiki Bar at Little Harbor - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 3 acres private 4 bed, 4 bath ranch, unusually huge lanai, heated pool, grill! have a pool?

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

Is 3 acres private 4 bed, 4 bath ranch, unusually huge lanai, heated pool, grill! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 3 acres private 4 bed, 4 bath ranch, unusually huge lanai, heated pool, grill! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 acres private 4 bed, 4 bath ranch, unusually huge lanai, heated pool, grill! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3 acres private 4 bed, 4 bath ranch, unusually huge lanai, heated pool, grill! located?

This family-friendly Ruskin holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Andersen Race Park and Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park and Camp Bayou Nature Preserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

19 Mar 2024

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

Family gathering

Very relaxing in a gorgeous home. Loved all the extra dishes for entertaining. Didn't lack for anything. We loved staying out on the lanai and watching the beautiful sunrises. Wonderful time!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A., Boyds, MD, USA

8 Mar 2024

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

FABULOUS MONTH WITH FRIENDS IN A BEAUTIFUL SETTING !

It’s hard to know where to start. We spent a month with friends at Bob and Jackie's riverside home. The beds are comfortable, and the kitchen is stocked with every imaginable appliance with plenty of cookware and supplies. The heated pool and hot tub were an exquisite treat every day, the peaceful setting on the river was relaxing, and everything is there for a fabulous vacation at home away from home. Did I mention regular dolphin sightings from the living room and lanai? Or, seeing sunrise colors across the sky while working at the desk in the master bedroom? To top it off, communication with Bob and Jackie was seamless – they were always available to help with information on area activities and questions about the numerous amenities their home offers. Throughout the month, several friends visited for long weekends, and we created countless memories cooking out by the pool, watching movies, and playing board games at the large dining room table. Of note is a nearby private community (Riverside) with a golf club and restaurant - both available to the public. There are pickleball courts at Apollo Beach (about 20 minutes away) and a fitness center within about 20 minutes (WORX) that we joined for the month. We recommend Bob and Jackie’s home for family reunions, groups of friends, sibling trips, etc.

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda S.

29 Jan 2024

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

Loved it!

Everything was exactly as advertised plus! So many extras you don't normally find in a vacation rental. It was more than we hoped for. The owners were very accommodating and responsive. We will definitely return.

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bel H., Tampa, USA

16 Dec 2023

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

Quiet Remote Getaway

We had a very relaxing stay. So quiet and away from the busy city.. But not so remote that you cant get to a grocery store or restaurants within 10 minutes. The house has pretty much everything you need. We stayed during the first week of December and the home was decorated for Christmas, even down to the dishes and cups. The temps dipped into the low/mid 70s and the heated pool/hot tub was perfect. Beautiful home. We look forward to going back.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

5 Dec 2023

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

It was perfect

Beautiful house

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jacquelyn Imhoff

We were a professional couple and have been retired for 3 years. We are renting our personal home as we plan to travel in our motor home for a while.

Why they chose this property

This is old Florida at its best. Our places offers unparalleled privacy and is a vacation destination yet it is centrally located with tons of attractions within an hour’s radius.

What makes this property unique

The river is so peaceful and beautiful, we fell in love with the unusual beauty and privacy this home offers. The Little Manatee flows into the Gulf of Mexico; beaches are a short drive away.