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Riverbend Retreat on the Little Manatee River
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Ruskin, FL
- Place, Little Manatee River State Park2 min walk
- Place, Camp Bayou Nature Preserve4 min drive
- Place, Port of Tampa36 min drive
- Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)51 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
Riverbend Retreat on the Little Manatee River
Experience the magic of "Old Florida" at this unique hidden gem on the wild Little Manatee River. The other side of the river is the state park, and wildlife abounds: alligators, manatees, turtles, deer, hogs, hawks and pileated woodpeckers are common sights. Kayaking right from the house is super easy and beautiful. The house itself is very comfortable with two queen bedrooms and a pull-out sofa with a memory foam mattress. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking. The big screened porch is the best space to hang out. Outside there's a fire pit, hammock and swing. You feel far from everything, but it's only a ten minute drive to the commercial strip and the highway. This is a fantastic place for a romantic getaway or a fun family get-together. It's a natural wonder!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children love this place!
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
One or two well-behaved dogs are okay. No cats.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside only.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Please take trash and recycling up the “hill” to the bins where the dirt road ends.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Ruskin
Located in Ruskin, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Ruskin Family Drive-In and Florida Railroad Museum Willow Yard are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cypress Golf Club and Sandpiper Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sun City Center Community Tennis or Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ruskin, FL
What's nearby
- Little Manatee River State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Camp Bayou Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
- Port of Tampa - 36 min drive - 44.9 km
- Tampa Riverwalk - 37 min drive - 45.2 km
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 51 min drive - 54.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 12 min drive
- RaceTrac - 12 min drive
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- 7-Eleven - 12 min drive
- Dunkin' - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.0/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Mark B.
17 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mark B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy H.
18 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeremy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
chris h.
10 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
chris h.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tammy K.
29 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tammy K.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa F.
28 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa F.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ann E.
10 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ann E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica P.
31 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun
Jessica P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ann E.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Riverbend
Ann E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jan M.
4 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Secluded Yet Convenient to Shopping
Jan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Cindy S.
27 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gator Fun!!
Cindy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim F.
28 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Old Florida property!
Tim F.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
brock m.
9 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
brock m.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John T.
21 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Sidney Wilson
Languages:
English
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