Relax in the unspoiled coastal vibe at this beautiful home at the Sponge Docks.

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Tarpon Springs, FL

Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks4 min walk
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral15 min walk
Innisbrook Golf Club5 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)38 min drive

Enjoyed the big room and both the decks! Recommend to all :)

Stephanie K.

Jan 1, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 3

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This beautiful home is located in the heart of the historic Sponge Docks fishing village in the enchanted town of Tarpon Springs on the Gulf Coast of Florida. The house is only steps to numerous Greek & waterfront restaurants, bakeries, boutique clothing, souvenir shops, fishing, sunset and dolphin tours, museums, art galleries, performing arts and a busy event calendar throughout the year. Voted best cultural small town in America. The residence is surrounded by all of it.

On the main level there are two bedrooms and two 3/4 bathrooms. One of the bedrooms has its own 3/4 bath. A front living room leads into a large gourmet kitchen with island, a great place to eat & gather. There’s a breathtaking family room with 9' ceilings overlooking open space & the Turtle Cove Marina. There is lots of light throughout the home. Boat, Uber/Lyft to the house and you don't really need a car unless the beech is on the list. You can catch the town trolly to explore Dunedin and Clearwater beech.

Occupying the entire upstairs is the primary suite. It expands into a private screened in lanai. It is a wonderful place to take in sunsets, do yoga, relax. The suite has a loveseat, writing desk, walk in closet and full bath with a large soaking tub. It conveniently has its own washer & dryer. Windows on this upper story open it to the seagulls soaring and sunshine outdoors in all directions.

Enjoy your week, or two! Open to longer stays. We think you’re going to love your stay here in this dream house and location. Only 36 miles from Tampa Intl airport. There are two queen size self inflating mattresses which are great for overflow & kids. Beach chairs, umbrella, rafts, snorkels kids goggles, beech sand toys/bucket are on premises.

Visit our renowned beeches! There are two beautiful local beeches, Sunset Beech and Howard Park are a short drive from the house. Other favorites are Honeymoon Island State Park. From there you could ferry over to Caledesi Island. Whether strolling along the Sponge Docks or visiting local attractions, this location offers endless opportunities for explorations and enjoyment.

Property manager

John Corliss

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Water view

Captains Quarters, Tarpon Springs, Florida

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

-This property is strictly an animal-free zone due to severe allergies of some guests. Thank you for your understanding.

No smoking on premises indoors or out.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Tarpon Springs

Located in Tarpon Springs, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tarpon Springs Aquarium and St Nicholas Boat Line. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center or Florida Auto Exchange Stadium - Dunedin Blue Jays. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby

Tarpon Springs Aquarium - 3 min walk
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 4 min walk
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral - 15 min walk
Innisbrook Golf Club - 5 min drive
Sunset Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

Hellas Bakery - 2 min walk
Rusty Bellies Waterfront - 4 min walk
Captain Jacks Waterfront Grill - 15 min walk
Wine At The Docks - 2 min walk
Yiannis Greek Restaurant - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax in the unspoiled coastal vibe at this beautiful home at the Sponge Docks. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax in the unspoiled coastal vibe at this beautiful home at the Sponge Docks.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax in the unspoiled coastal vibe at this beautiful home at the Sponge Docks.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax in the unspoiled coastal vibe at this beautiful home at the Sponge Docks. located?

Located in the heart of Tarpon Springs, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Tarpon Springs Aquarium and Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. Sponge Exchange and St Nicholas Boat Line are also within 5 minutes.

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Randy O.

Apr 13, 2024

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

Great stay

House was clean and had everything you needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val F.

Mar 13, 2024

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

Fantastic home! Great location!

The pictures of John’s home were very good and quite accurate, but yet being there for real we discovered it to be even better than pictured! We loved the spaces, the furnishings, and the decor and character both indoors and out. The house was equipped with everything we needed, and we were especially thankful for his supplying the brand new crockpot and drip coffeemaker which we had hoped to use! The location was fantastic!!! We could walk to the Spring Bayou to see the manatees and dolphins, or to shop at the many gift shops, or to go to restaurants, coffee shops, or bakeries. We even walked a mile and a half to church one Sunday! We learned some history of the Greek community and the sponge industry on a boat excursion. There was so much to do near the house but yet not far to drive to beaches or other attractions. Thank you, John, for making your wonderful home available for us to enjoy!

Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie K.

Jan 1, 2024

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

Holiday memories

Enjoyed the big room and both the decks! Recommend to all :)

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Nov 27, 2023

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

The home is even better than what was shown in pictures.

We had a great week staying in this beautiful home with our family of 6. It was a week of sunshine, fishing, shopping, sightseeing & visiting with family in Tarpon Springs. We did a lot of cooking and the kitchen had everything we needed. There are a couple of big grocery stores about 5-7 minutes away by car. Our favorite restaurant is Mr. Souvlaki and our favorite bakery is the National Bakery. The location of the home was very quiet even with the Sponge Docks being a block away. We would love to come back for vacation next year and stay at this beautiful home again.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

Jul 25, 2023

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

Family time

No complaints! Hope to go back one day. Perfect location, everything great!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by John Corliss

I am a semi-retired real estate professional who recently discovered Tarpon Springs. With my home in Colorado, I had never visited Florida prior to 2019. I so enjoy this amazing home and wonderful town and look forward to sharing with you.

Why they chose this property

The real estate axiom Location, Location, Location has never rung more true. The fantastic floor plan of the home make it the ideal get-away. You'll be waking up every morning to the aroma of bakeries in the neighborhood and the bustle of all the Sponge Docks has to offer.