[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit Riverfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57670000/57663700/57663660/b645e207.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57670000/57663700/57663660/a8af50ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57670000/57663700/57663660/ff241643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57670000/57663700/57663660/52a057c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57670000/57663700/57663660/926f40d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In The Blue Heron House, a beautiful 4-bedroom home with private heated pool, fire pit, kayaks & dock on the Little Manatee River awaits. Relax by the pool or unwind on the dock while watching dolphins and manatees swim by as you enjoy picture perfect sunsets. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82123 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit Welcome to The Blue Heron House! A beautiful 4 Bedroom home with private heated pool, fire pit, kayaks, & private dock on the Little Manatee River that leads to Tampa Bay. Relax on the dock or by the pool and enjoy the picture perfect sunset while watching the dolphins and manatees swim by. Enjoy local waterfront restaurants or stay in and cook in the well equipped kitchen. We have both charcoal and propane outdoor grills available to you as well. Bring your boat, or charter a local captain to take you down river and into Tampa bay! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking allowed on pool deck, just use ashtray. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Heated pool - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,123 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80240000/80239800/80239735/ae9fe599.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Mid Century Cottage w/Pool and Spa- Close to beaches - Sleeps 9 Ruskin - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=80239735&PinnedHotelID=80239735&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29840000/29830800/29830722/330c941c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Paradise Waterfront Resort! 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Riverview - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 41 reviews CA $2 CA $236 total includes taxes & fees Oct 8 - Oct 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=73720793&PinnedHotelID=73720793&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Return lawn furniture and fishing gear/Kayaks to their original place and lock up the shed before you leave. The pool heater is set to 85 degrees year round. Do not attempt to adjust the valves or a $100 fee will be added for pool service tech. We do not permit the use of fireworks on our property or dock. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: We have baby gear! ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking allowed on pool deck, just use ashtray. ## 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Home away from home! Tampa Bay area stunner! 4 Bedroom waterfront oasis! ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.71752%2C-82.44527&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pLvA0QYRgbphVd8JGOZCy23-av4=) Ruskin, FL #### What's nearby - Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km - Ruskin Family Drive-In - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - Tampa Bay - 7 min drive - 4.1 km - Gannon University Ruskin Campus - 9 min drive - 8.4 km - MacDill Air Force Base - 44 min drive - 53.9 km #### Getting around - Tampa Union Station - 29 min drive - St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Beanie's Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Little Harbor Tiki Beach Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Taqueria Los 7 Hermanos - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Blue Heron House | Private 4 BR Waterfront w/ Heated Pool and Fire Pit located? > This family-friendly Ruskin vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and Tampa Bay. Ruskin Family Drive-In and E.G. Simmons Regional Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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