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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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Palm Harbor, FL
  • Place, Innisbrook Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Tampa
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twin

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dolphins in your backyard! Peaceful waterfront oasis w/ sparkling pool & hottub.

Welcome to our warm and inviting luxury waterfront home perfectly situated at the end of a culdesac in the waterside community of Ozona. Here you will find yourself away from the crowds yet ideally located just minutes from all the world class amenities that North Pinellas County has to offer.

Soak in the serene water views from the open and bright second floor living area; lounge by the pool and listen for the slap of dolphin tails as they feed in the waters off the hardwood dock; launch the double kayak or SUP and explore the waterways, intercoastal islands and bird sanctuaries then return for a cocktail and a soak in the hottub as the sun sinks over the water and leaves you feeling like you could stay forever.

A short bike ride and you'll find yourself on the famous 38 mile long Pinellas Trail where you can head north past the natural spring at Wall Spring Park to the quaint Greek settlement of Tarpon Springs with its active sponge docks and buzzing restaurants or south to the charming town of Dunedin, spring home to the Toronto Blue Jays and the spectacular beaches of Honeymoon Island, voted #1 State Park in Florida. Take an evening stroll to Downtown Palm Harbor where you will find a selection of local breweries and fun eateries or catch the Jolly Trolley to enjoy the nightlife of Clearwater Beach. You'll be only minutes from the four championship courses at Innisbrook Golf Resort where you can tee off like a champion or watch one play on the world famous Copperhead course.

Our custom home has been decorated with the comforts of home in mind. You'll find many unique features including a hearty wood burning fireplace for chilly winter evenings. The master king suite is extremely spacious and the luxury ensuite boasts a large soaking tub, double shower heads, rain shower and dual towel heaters. The additional three bedrooms are bright, cheerful and comfortable with easy going beach decor and colors. The spacious kitchen is the heart of the home and features expansive granite counters, high end appliances and a full selection of oils, seasonings and spices for you to prepare your favorite meals and enjoy good times with family and friends.

Pinellas County Certificate of Use Number: STR25-00247
State of FL License Number: DWE6215994

You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
No Large Events or Parties Strictly Enforced.
Please respect our peaceful family neighborhood by keeping outdoor noise to a minimum after 9pm.

Important information

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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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Palm Harbor

Located in Palm Harbor, this vacation home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Tampa Bay and Pier 60 Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Innisbrook Golf Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Dunedin Fine Art Center, or check out an event or a game at BayCare Ballpark. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Palm Harbor, FL

What's nearby

  • Innisbrook Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 22 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 48 min drive - 43.9 km
  • Port of Tampa - 53 min drive - 47.0 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 56 min drive - 44.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Molly Goodhead's Raw Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De Bine Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Emily's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fairway Pizza & Sports Page Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crabby Bills Palm Harbor - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphins in your backyard! Peaceful waterfront oasis w/ sparkling pool & hottub. have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphins in your backyard! Peaceful waterfront oasis w/ sparkling pool & hottub.?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphins in your backyard! Peaceful waterfront oasis w/ sparkling pool & hottub. on Apr 13, 2026 start from $700, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Dolphins in your backyard! Peaceful waterfront oasis w/ sparkling pool & hottub. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dolphins in your backyard! Peaceful waterfront oasis w/ sparkling pool & hottub.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphins in your backyard! Peaceful waterfront oasis w/ sparkling pool & hottub.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dolphins in your backyard! Peaceful waterfront oasis w/ sparkling pool & hottub. located?

This family-friendly Palm Harbor vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Innisbrook Golf Club and Wall Springs Park. Dunedin Fine Art Center and SimCenter Tampa Bay are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was beautiful and just as described. Plenty of room for two families with children to spread out. We enjoyed the pool, hot tub, kayaks and fishing gear. Perfect quick and easy getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You won't regret it. The house and property are beautiful with many great restaurants to choose from in the vicinity. Like others mentioned, Caryn was very quick to answer any questions and a pleasure to do business with!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Beautiful house on the water!

We loved staying in Palm Harbout.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy S.

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

Very comfortable home with upscale amenities. The four bedrooms accommodated our needs.

Great location Enjoyed pool. Owner very responsive Highly recommend for families
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

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

Family Getaway

Beautiful place to stay. Had everything we needed to cook, enjoy the pool, and spend time together. The location is close to beaches, stores and restaurants. The sunsets were beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

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

dolphin fun!

property was exactly as expected - fantastic ! Caryn has thought of everything you could possibky need and than some ! visits from dolphins, pelicans, and so many more encounters add to it all !
Stayed 27 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Our stay

We all really enjoyed our stay and felt super relaxed in the home! It was a nice way to bring a family of 6 together. We loved the pool and looking out at the water and boats passing by! Thank you for such a great time and now memories!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Stunning!

Gorgeous house, very comfortable and in a convenient location. Any inquiries we made to the property manager were answered immediately. Palm Harbor is a beautiful area. We look forward to going back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

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

Exceptional property

This gorgeous home has everything you need from fluffy towels, large beach towels, a well stocked kitchen, fabulous pool and hot tub, fantastic views and the list goes on and on! Our host, Caryn, was a pleasure to work with and was very responsive and kind. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Perfect

This waterfront home has become our family favorite. The house is so clean and has everything you need to just relax and enjoy the natural beauty around you. Beautiful sunsets, dolphin visits, and great fishing right in the backyard. This home is truly a 5 star experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

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

Fabulous!

We were in town for a family wedding and had a wonderful time - this home has everything you’ll need! Well equipped…Kitchen, laundry, and bathroom supplies provided. We very much enjoyed the pool and hot tub area. We loved kayaking as well as fishing off the dock. Very peaceful and beautiful location. Perfect vacation rental! Caryn is professional and quickly replies to messages.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Beautiful Spacious Home

This home was very big, beautiful and clean! The view is amazing! The pool is clean. The kitchen is gorgeous! The beds are comfy. Eating dinner and watching the sunset is so wonderful in this house. Checking in and out is super easy. I would definitely stay in the house again if I was in the area. Such a nice neighborhood/area and a really beautiful home. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

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

720 Prior

Very nice property with a great screened in porch looking out at the Gulf intercoastal- plenty of birds and boats to view. Nice neighborhood and location. Downtown Palm Harbor is within walking distance. Master bedroom/bath very comfortable.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jean l.

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

Relaxing views

A beautiful home, tastefully decorated, quality linens and well-equipped kitchen. We loved having morning coffee and evening cocktails on the screen porch overlooked the bayou and the very nice pool and spa. We saw so many birds and dolphins. The neighborhood is very quiet and we enjoyed biking. A fine bike trail is just minutes away. We walked to a few good restaurants and biked to cute village of Ozona.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful home and property

We enjoyed our stay at this beautifully maintained property. We enjoyed biking to Dunedin for lunch. Kayaking and paddling boarding around the bayou. Best of all was just sitting on the screened porch or by the pool and enjoying the wild life. Many different birds, fish jumping and best of all dolphins. The house is well supplied with necessities and the owner is very responsive to any questions. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

First time to Florida

There is a reason this a 5 star property, we have stood in many VRBOs this one was the cleanest well stocked and looked even better in person The views ,the pool and even our boat that we rented simply pulled up to the back of our house and we were off. I cannot say enough nice things about this house . Even after a long day at the beach the whole family enjoyed the pool at night we cooked together and the neighborhood was beautiful and it was nice to be away from the crowds. Early morning coffee and watching the dolphins in the backyard beautiful birds in the morning watching the boat pass by all around just an outstanding stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Perfect, everything was perfect.

It’s a beautiful home located on a bayou filled with wading birds and dolphins fishing or just passing by. The sunrise creates a pink hue on the water and the sky and the sunsets are glorious. The house is well stocked, sparkling clean, comfortable and very tastefully decorated. The screened porch which opens into the living room is a magical place to watch the world pass through the bayou. Beds are great, too. The host is lovely and communicative. Located a very short, safe distance from the Pinellas bike trail that leads you to remarkable visits to Wall Springs, Tarpon Springs and Dunedin.
Stayed 64 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

Amazing house for a family

This is such a great property. We loved the amenities in the house including the heated pool and the fully stocked kitchen. The location is great, so close to downtown Palm Harbor. The beds were comfortable and plenty of space for our three teenage boys. It was so convenient to have the two adult bikes, my husband and I rode the Pinellas Trail into downtown Dunedin. I really enjoyed sitting on the screened in porch having my cup of coffee in the morning and looking for dolphins. My husband enjoyed grilling dinner one night while we all were able to enjoy the outdoor space. Plenty of towels for bathing and the pool. The communication with the owner was timely. Would definitely stay here again if we get the chance.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James O.

Wonderful stay in Palm Harbor

We had an enjoyable visit to Palm Harbor. Our stay at the Gulf and Golf Oasis was a big factor. The home was as advertised. It was very clean and attractively decorated. We cooked several meals at the house and all we needed to supply was food. All cooking utensils and cooking needs were present. We also enjoyed eating at the house overlooking the water. We observed pelicans and dolphins retrieving their dinner from the water in front of us. We did have several questions during our visit. The owners were quick to respond and were very pleasant. Overall we would not hesitate to stay again in the future and would recommend this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Wonderful spot for Blue Jays spring training

My husband, my parents and I wanted a house near Dunedin so we could watch some spring training and enjoy a pool in between games. Caryn’s place exceeded our expectations and we would happily book it again in the future. When we arrived, the house was very clean and there were instructions for everything. The pool and hot tub were such a pleasure after a day in the sun. It was also nice to have some pool toys to use. We enjoyed using the board games at night and it was so nice to sit out on the screened porch. Our bedrooms were comfortable and there were more than enough towels and linens for our group. Any questions we had were answered promptly by Caryn. If the place was available for longer, we definitely would have extended our stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy G.

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

This house has it all!!

We had a very rough start to our vacation as our flight was cancelled multiple times but Caryn was an absolute rock star to work with us to get or vacation on track!!! Starting with delivering our grocery pick up right to the house and putting it away!! Sooo amazing!!! We arrived very late or early in the am I should say and not having to go shopping was amazing!!! The house is very nice and well maintained with lots of amenities we didn’t need to buy. It is very nicely decorated and definitely slept great on the beds! Nice quiet area and the pool and the dock in the backyard were amazing!! We are a fishing family and had many hours of fun fishing of the dock. The fish bit great and the bait shop is only minutes away. There was even fishing gear there to use!!! One thing that is super important in a Vrbo is communication and Caryn was amazing!!! We would love to rent this property again!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not exactly as listed....

I'll start by saying the house itself was very clean and well stocked but at this price point (approx. 1K a night) it's supposed to be. All of the reviewers who were so effusive probably haven't stayed at this level before. We have and this is standard.I'm a professional photographer and part of the trip was taking pics out the back of the house. Unfortunately there was an enormous boat parked out back, blocking the view. This boat is not in any photos and yes, as a professional photographer I too would have told them to get that eye sore of a boat out of my 'money shots' as in "we ain't selling a boat we're selling real estate". When I told management I needed the boat out of there I was told by the owners "we store our boat on the boat lift and do not have any alternative storage location". I took photos in the exact spot the real estate photographer stood but there is no where to upload. In addition, one neighbor kept popping in to 'look in on the pool' which was usually low on water and always dirty-never saw the pool service just the nosy neighbor checking on us. I have more to add about the lack of privacy, noise (forget about taking a nap out back) and the neighbors who hate that they live near a Vrbo but I'll leave it here unless I can upload some of my real estate shots.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay, including multiple dolphin sightings as promised! Great location, well appointed, very clean and well decorated. Kitchen well stocked and bathrooms / linens were all excellent. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan S.

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

Great vacation spot

A wonderful place to stay. Especially loved the dolphins swimming by.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph g.

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

Great Property and Great Renters

The house is truly beautiful and in a great quiet location. We were able to enjoy the pool and gulf and even got to see dolphins at night. We went with another family with 4 young kids and everyone enjoyed themselves. we had 1 issue with the fridge not working properly but the owner did everything possible to make sure we were able to enjoy our stay despite the inconvenience. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Caryn Poulton

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In 1999 we immigrated from South Africa, a young married couple with an entrepreneurial spirit and heads full of dreams. In the USA we found a country full of friendly faces and unlimited possibilities which we eagerly tapped into through hard work and integrity. In 2006, with two young toddlers, we were blessed to be able to purchase our dream waterfront home. Here we raised our family, enjoying the laid back Ozona community and making the most of the incredible waterfront lifestyle. Over the years we have delighted in hosting visiting family and friends in our home and sharing the joys of the peaceful water views and incredible sunsets. In recent years we have had the opportunity to explore other passions on our hobby farm, only an hour from our home. Our daughters have grown to share our love of the farm and with a growing homestead of chickens, goats, sheep, horses and cows we decided to relocate full-time to the farm. It is now our joy to share our much loved views and sunsets with countless travelers from around the country and indeed the world . . . and when the farm permits us some downtime, we relish the opportunity to enjoy more special times back in the home we love.

Why they chose this property

Walk through our front door and you'll know exactly what made us fall in love with our home. The expansive wall of glass sliding doors immediately leads your eye through the spacious and open living area with its high ceilings and magnificent stone fireplace to the serene water views beyond. The kitchen and dining area share this wonderful view. There's no better way to turn the mundane chore of doing dishes into a magical moment than watching as dolphins churn up the water in search of their next meal and an osprey swoops in to steal it first. And did we mention the sunsets?

What makes this property unique

To us North Pinellas is a gem of a location. Not only is it a great place to call home with excellent schools and friendly neighborhoods but it is also a great destination for out of town visitors; away from the crowds of Clearwater Beach yet with some of the countries best beaches, restaurants and golf right on our doorstep. One of our favorite features of the area is the Pinellas Trail, a 38 mile rail to trail project that connects our favorite places from Tarpon Springs down through Dunedin and beyond. The cycling is easy and our home includes some great quality bicycles for you to use and enjoy.

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