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Waterfront Dock + Gulf Access + Mini Golf + GameRm

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Living area
Living area
Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Ruskin, FL
  • Place, Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Tampa
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Tampa Riverwalk
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

About this property

Waterfront Dock + Gulf Access + Mini Golf + GameRm

Welcome to The Salty Paddle. A private resort oasis designed to create remarkable memories.

✓ Manatee & Dolphin watching from the backyard
✓ 10k lb. lift. Bring your own boat or charter a captain to pick you up from the house.
✓ Mini Golf, Cornhole, Billiards, Ping Pong, Arcade and Board games — bring your A-Game
✓ Central to TPA, SRQ, PIE, multi. downtowns and beaches

Come on down to The Salty Paddle. Every moment invites you to slow down and enjoy Tampa Bay’s serene riverfront lifestyle.

The space
KEY FEATURES
Property Basics:
• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
• Arrive by Land or Sea - Waterfront on the canal with boat lift access
• 240v outlet in driveway for your EV Charger


Sleeping Arrangements
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Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, sleeps 8:
• Bedroom 1 (Pink Palms Room): King bed, en suite, workspace, TV, and reading nook
• Bedroom 2 (Alligator Room): Queen bed, TV
• Bedroom 3 (Palm Social Suite): Queen bed, TV, game room with pool table, ping pong table, and arcade
• Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa

Resort Style Backyard
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This is where you'll spend most of your time. Outdoor daybed that's
hard to leave. Lounge chairs, string lights after dark and an electric grill for all your BBQ needs.

The house sits right on the canal. Keep an eye out for manatees or dolphins. Sunsets from here are unreal.

Games:
• Mini golf putting green
• Cornhole
• Giant Connect Four


Inside
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Coastal modern vibes throughout. Backlit murals, fluted wood panels, warm textures.
• Living room with a large sleeper sofa
• Dining for 8, with additional dining for another 8 just steps away in the game room.
• Fully stocked kitchen (espresso machine & Keurig coffee)
• Full workspace if you need to take a call or stay in touch
• Pool table, ping pong table and arcade in the game room
• Large selection of family friendly board games


Location
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Ruskin is a quiet, residential neighborhood on the Little Manatee River and is best suited for guests seeking a relaxing, respectful retreat rather than a party or late-night event atmosphere. It is central to all the Gulf Coast Beaches (St Pete, Siesta Key, Clearwater & Anna Maria, and more) – a day at the beach makes a great day trip!

• 30-45 min to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
• 30-45 min to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
• 45-50 min to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
• 25-35 min to downtown Tampa and all the city has to offer – shows, shops, the zoo / aquirium, and restaurants.
• 30-40 min to Busch Gardens & Zoo Tampa
• 25-60 min to St. Pete beach, Clearwater Beach, Anna Marie Island
• 60-120 min to Lego Land
• 60-120 min to Disney and the heart of Orlando

Guest access
ACCESS: As a guest, you can enjoy access to the entire home. This is a Single-story home, with 1 step to enter.

PARKING: This home can accommodate 1-2 cars in the driveway. Boat and boat trailer parking allowed on-site. Please contact the host for details if additional parking is needed.

SECURITY: Smart Lock Entry and 1 doorbell camera facing the front entrance. The camera is outward facing and does not look into interior space. The camera will continuously record video and sound while guests are in residence.

Other things to note
OPEN WATER: The home backs up to an open body of water. Families with children should be aware.

BOATS:
- Boats and any water crafts must be pre-approved to park on this property and/or the boat lift.
- Once approved, Guests are welcome to bring a boat and make use of the property’s private dock for easy water access
- Boats can be launched from either E.G. Simmons Park or the local ramp at Common Good Park (shallow areas outside of the channel). Both are within minutes of the house
- A boat trailer can be stored at the house during your stay.

ROUTINE: Please note that a basic Lawn Care service, including trimming and weeding, is regularly scheduled (and may occur during your stay) to ensure that the property is well-maintained for your enjoyment.

PROPANE: We provide one complimentary propane tank for the fire pit. If additional propane is needed, guests can exchange locally or we can arrange it for a small fee.

CHILD AMENITIES: 1 highchair, 1 pack n' play, and several family friendly games are provided for free.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5371773vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ruskin

Ruskin is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while MacDill Air Force Base and Salvador Dali Museum are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider Showtown Bar & Grill and Rivers Edge Bar and Grill.
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Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Port of Tampa - 37 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Benchmark International Arena - 38 min drive - 43.1 km
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 38 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 46 min drive - 51.8 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 30 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beanie's Sports Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fish House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Dock + Gulf Access + Mini Golf + GameRm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Dock + Gulf Access + Mini Golf + GameRm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Dock + Gulf Access + Mini Golf + GameRm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Dock + Gulf Access + Mini Golf + GameRm located?

Situated in Ruskin, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park and Ruskin Family Drive-In are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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