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Tarpon Tides Cottage - Walk to the Sponge Docks & Downtown!

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Place, Safford House Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2 (Second Floor)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (Second Floor)

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom 1 (First Floor)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 (Primary Bedroom)

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

Bathroom 2 (First Floor)

Soap · Toilet

Bathroom 3 (Second Floor)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Tarpon Tides Cottage - Walk to the Sponge Docks & Downtown!

Welcome to Tarpon Tides Cottage! This cute cottage is located just a mere 3-minute walking distance to the historical Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs. We thoughtfully designed the interior of this cottage for both comfort and convenience. Enjoy these standout features: blackout curtains and Roku Smart TVs in all bedrooms and living room, coffee bar with to-go mugs located inside of the spacious pantry, fully equipped kitchen, magnifying light up make-up mirrors, board games, outside propane Weber Grill, a relaxing covered front porch with ceiling fans to enjoy watching the sunsets and a covered parking spot.
Want to explore historic downtown Tarpon Springs? We got you covered! Downtown is an easy 15 minute walk to great coffee, food, breweries, shops and ice cream! Tarpon Tides Cottage is a 3-bedroom / 2.5 bath homebase centrally located in Tarpon Springs. Perfect for a couple, family or group of friends who want to explore what Tarpon Springs has to offer! Enjoy the authentic fresh Greek food, sunsets and breweries in this coastal town. We hope you enjoy your stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties or events on the property.
No smoking, vaping or drug use on the property.
Respect the neighbors; quiet hours 8pm - 8am.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4707540vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tarpon Springs

Located in Tarpon Springs, this cottage is near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Clearwater Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center or Highlander Park Tennis Center. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Tarpon Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Spongeoramas Sponge Factory - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Safford House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tarpon Springs Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hellas Greek Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Souvlaki - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Anclote Brew - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Outside BBQ and Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dimitri's On The Water - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tarpon Tides Cottage - Walk to the Sponge Docks & Downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tarpon Tides Cottage - Walk to the Sponge Docks & Downtown!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tarpon Tides Cottage - Walk to the Sponge Docks & Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tarpon Tides Cottage - Walk to the Sponge Docks & Downtown!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tarpon Tides Cottage - Walk to the Sponge Docks & Downtown! located?

Situated in Tarpon Springs, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Shrine of Saint Michael Taxiarchis, Unitarian Universalist Church of Tarpon Springs and Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. Tarpon Springs Aquarium and St Nicholas Boat Line are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a great location. Host was very attentive and checked in often. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2026
Thanks Kim for the 5-star review! We're glad your expectations were met and we hope to host you again! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very happy with the accommodations, well kept and very clean. Cozy and comfortable place to say after a day of touring.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2026
Thank you for the 5-Star review Peter! Yes, the house is definitely located in a prime spot...and, walkable to Tarpon Springs and the Sponge Docks. We hope to see your group again! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tarpon Tides Cottage was adorable!!The kitchen was very well stocked. The location was awesome to the docks, shopping and restaurants. Very clean and decorated perfectly for easy living. The hosts were very easy to reach and always answered any questions quickly. Hope to stay again in the future
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May, 2026
Thank you for the great review Lori! And, thank you for the compliments on the house. We are fortunate to have the house in a great location and to share it with our guests. We hope to see you again on your next fishing trip to Florida!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home is lovely and in a great location. We had a great time. It was easy to walk to different destination points and the trolley to Clearwater Beach is so fun and convenient. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr, 2026
Hi Jane - We're happy the house met your expectations! Yes, the house is definitely in a great location for people to use as home-base to explore. The area has a lot to offer. Thanks for the 5-Star review and we hope to host you soon! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Helpful, responsive host we loved the house and the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first experience in renting a house from VRBO. It could not have gone better. We really enjoyed our stay at the Tarpon Tides Cottage. Comfortable, location and just the whole package exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr, 2026
Thanks Tim and Jeanne for the 5-star review! We are glad your stay met expectations! Our goal is to make sure guests leave with the feeling of wanting to come back to Tarpon Tides Cottage. And yes, we love the location of the house as well...it's so walkable. We hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home is immaculate and nicely decorated. Great location was able to walk to sponge docks. Kevin responded promptly to any request.I would highly recommend this home
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2026
Donna - Thank you for taking time to give us a 5-star review! And, thank you on the compliments of the house! We take pride in being responsive to guests and making sure the house is a 5-star experience. We hope to host you again! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very comfortable with a great walkable location. Lots of really good restaurants close by. Kevin and Dana are very attentive hosts, quick to respond when needed. We had a great time in Tarpon Springs and look forward to future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb, 2026
Hi Linda - Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you found the house comfortable and enjoyed the walkable location and nearby restaurants - those are some of our favorite things about the area too. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re glad we could be responsive when needed. We’re so happy you had a great time in Tarpon Springs and would love to welcome you back for a future visit! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was well spotless, well equipped, good layout. Very attractive as pictures show. Host was very responsive
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar, 2026
Thank you Lois for the positive review! Our goal is to make sure our guests have a great stay. We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanguy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Strongly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this space! The hosts were amazing, friendly, responsive and went over & beyond! I cannot say enough about how beautiful this house is & the amazing proximity to everything!! We enjoyed all aspects of our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kevin is the best host! He goes over & above and their house is absolutely adorable! This was our second time staying & we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were so amazing! This house is PERFECT! If I could give 10 stars I would! Beautiful decor, comfy beds. So clean! Excellent location to the Sponge Docks and Spring Bayou (the manatees!!). You must go to National Bakery (5 min walk!).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb, 2026
Amy - Thank you for the positive review and compliments on the house. We hope you and your group come back again - you were great guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rocky L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house ….. location, location, location. Quick walk to Hellas Bakery, Sponge Docks and Spring Bayou for manatee sightings.Hosts provide a beautiful coffee bar and a well furnished home. Front porch is so inviting but weather was unseasonably cool so we were unable to sit and enjoy that amenity. Beautiful community to enjoy - hope to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb, 2026
Thank you for the positive review. We hope to see you again soon so that you can enjoy the the area in warmer weather! Tarpon Springs and the Sponge Docks have a lot to offer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was immaculately clean, and beautifully decorated with all the final touches. It included all the essentials and comforts needed plus many more. The front porch was our favorite place to sit with our morning coffee or a drink in the evening.The hosts were fantastic and responded immediately with every request. If we could give rate the hosts and the house higher than the five stars, I would. We’ve already recommended this place to family and friends and plan on returning very soon. In our opinion, it’s the only place to stay in Tarpon Springs.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar, 2026
Lois - Thank you for the review! We're so happy Tarpon Tides Cottage fulfilled your expectations. We totally agree the front porch has a magical draw to it...it's another way to enjoy Tarpon Springs. We hope to host you again soon! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was by far the nicest VRBO we have ever stayed in. The house had absolutely everything you could possibly need. The house is beautiful had looked brand new. It was stocked with many bath towels and wash clothes, which is typically lacking in our other rentals. They had lit make up mirrors in all of the bathrooms which really made it feel like home. The location was perfect and walking distance to so many places in Tarpon Springs. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb, 2026
Sharon - It was a pleasure to host you! Tarpon Springs has a lot to offer and we're glad our house exceeded your expectations. You are welcome back anytime! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best vacation, the house is beautiful and was in the best location. The Host reached out to check on us several times. Beds were comfortable, house was spotless, and they had a big variety of board games and cards. We walked down to the sponge docks a few times (mostly to visit the bakery) and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. If you are looking for the perfect location and a fabulous house dont pass this one up.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First off the house was immaculate. The decor was charming and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was well stocked, the beds very comfortable. Dana and Kevin went above and beyond. They replied to my questions almost immediately it seemed. So centrally located we only used our car once for food shopping and visiting the beach. The restaurants, piers, and retail shops were all within walking distance, as well as the Greek Orthodox Epiphany celebration. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan, 2026
Thank you for the positive review! Our goal is to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay at Tarpon Tides Cottage. The area around the house definitely has a lot to offer within walking distance. You were excellent guests and we hope to see you both again! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Impeccably updated and maintained home in a quiet walkable district of historic Tarpon Springs. Home and amenities were A, so many nice touches and elements to make you feel welcome. Beds and rooms were very comfortable, and everything seems brand new. Loved enjoying the morning with a coffee on the front porch. Easy stroll to the heart of town and the sponge docks. Great communication with the owner who was super helpful. Highly recommend and will book an extended stay soon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything needed plus. Kitchen was supplied with everything. Dishes, towels, Insta pot, tea, pot, coffee machine. Also, they surprised us with some treats that were local from Tarpon Springs. Extra toilet paper, PT and trash liners. All the towels were brand new. Everything was impeccable. Dana and Kevin went above and beyond with 222 Hope St.,Tarpon Springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home. Stocked perfectly to make you feel at home. Perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2026
Thank you Chad for the 5-Star review of Tarpon Tides Cottage! We make sure guests have everything needed for an enjoyable stay...and, yes...you can't beat the location of the house! We hope to host you again! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect! The location, cleanliness and attention to details in this home made it one of our best vacations! The hosts were friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar, 2026
Thank you Chrisa for the positve review! We make sure the house is clean, inviting and comfortable for our guests. Our goal is that guests want to visit again after staying...and, we're glad we achieved that with your stay. You were great guests and we hope to see you again soon! Kevin & Dana
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful well-appointed, clean property. We LOVED the home. Downtown is an easy walk straight down the street. We will definitely be staying here for our next visit to Tarpon Springs!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb, 2026
Thank you for the positive review! We strive to make sure our guests have a great experience. We hope to see you again soon!

About the host

Hosted by Kevin & Dana Kipp

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Hi, we’re Kevin and Dana, a husband-and-wife team, currently living in Haymarket, Virginia. Both of us are proud military veterans who now enjoy the simple pleasures of family, friends, good food, and the great outdoors. We fell in love with Tarpon Springs and decided to purchase this cottage to be closer to our family who live nearby. While we still call Virginia home most of the year, we’re thrilled to share our cozy getaway with guests like you when we’re away. We hope you enjoy your time here as much as we do and discover all the charm this wonderful town has to offer.

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