[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Enchanting Nature Bungalow: Spacious Ecofriendly Home, Wildlife Abounds, 3 acres Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117740000/117736200/117736117/f64ae0d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117740000/117736200/117736117/ff9aefb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117740000/117736200/117736117/7e85168f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117740000/117736200/117736117/f7bffc95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117740000/117736200/117736117/ce34b383.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Enchanting Nature Bungalow: Spacious Ecofriendly Home, Wildlife Abounds, 3 acres provides amenities like a water park and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms3000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - 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. ### Enchanting Nature Bungalow: Spacious Ecofriendly Home, Wildlife Abounds, 3 acres Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space.Sleep like a king on a sleep number bed while you unwind at this modern day ecofriendly chalet, amidst a 3-acre wooded, peaceful oasis. Deck/wrap-around screened patio with room for dining & lounging. Sliding doors & expansive windows open to amazing scenery. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the forest patio with a cup of organic coffee overlooking the butterfly garden before heading out for a fun-filled day of exploration and adventures. The home was lovingly designed to be eco-friendly with sustainable building materials, bamboo flooring, and non-toxic cleaning products. The front yard is a certified wildlife habitat, by the National Wildlife Federation. The neighborhood borders the iconic Little Manatee River State Park, where you can visit the pristine Little Manatee River for picnics, canoeing, kayaking or fishing. You may even spot a manatee. This is nature at its finest. And if you're in for adventure, beach time, or wild fun for the kids, it's a short drive to the new Southshore Bay MetroLagoon right here in Wimauma, where you can relax on the beach, swim in the clear, blue water, and dive into adventure with access to the gigantic water slide, water obstacle courses, kayaks, and paddle boards. Our enchanting home has a little bit of everything. Relax and let nature inspire and nourish you. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Music library - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a river ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Solar energy - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40110000/40102100/40102047/76b6eb43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### upscale 4 bedroom waterfront house- Just a short 7 minute walk to beach Ruskin - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.4 Exceptional 62 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=40102047&PinnedHotelID=40102047&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60860000/60853300/60853255/76abcf33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverbend Retreat on the Little Manatee River Ruskin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=60853255&PinnedHotelID=60853255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71360000/71352700/71352642/06fabcb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Cozy Home built in 1966 - with Fireplace & Butterfly Garden Ruskin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 7.2 Good 30 reviews CA $167 CA $423 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=71352642&PinnedHotelID=71352642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100930000/100929200/100929155/fba1f8d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water Front Home Island Paradise, come explore true tranquility. 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Ruskin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=92055602&PinnedHotelID=92055602&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 23 ### Check-out Check-out before 2:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Gather used towels Remove personal items and take out the trash Turn off the lights and lock the doors Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Wimauma, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Sun City Center Community Tennis and Sandpiper Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tampa Bay and Little Manatee River State Park. Florida Railroad Museum Willow Yard and Florida Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Wimauma travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Wimauma.dx6341247) [View more Vacation homes in Tampa](https://www.expedia.ca/Tampa-Private-Vacation-Homes.d602996-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C27.65448%2C-82.39558&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HmVuvok-JQoXuuioxpe4wztKsT8=) Wimauma, FL ### What's nearby - Little Manatee River State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Florida Railroad Museum - 11 min drive - 11.5 km - Gannon University Ruskin Campus - 18 min drive - 16.3 km - Tampa Bay - 26 min drive - 19.5 km - MacDill Air Force Base - 58 min drive - 70.3 km ### Getting around - St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 47 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪RaceTrac - ‬17 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬17 min drive - ‪Beanie's Sports Bar - ‬22 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Enchanting Nature Bungalow: Spacious Ecofriendly Home, Wildlife Abounds, 3 acres pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Enchanting Nature Bungalow: Spacious Ecofriendly Home, Wildlife Abounds, 3 acres? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Enchanting Nature Bungalow: Spacious Ecofriendly Home, Wildlife Abounds, 3 acres? > Check-out is at 2:00 PM. ### Where is Enchanting Nature Bungalow: Spacious Ecofriendly Home, Wildlife Abounds, 3 acres located? > Situated on a river, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Little Manatee River State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cockroach Creek Greenway and Florida Railroad Museum Willow Yard. Sun City Center Community Tennis and Sun City Center Library are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question