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Paradise on the water \Sponge Docks Tarpon Springs

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Room
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Outdoor grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom

2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Laundry room Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Paradise on the water \Sponge Docks Tarpon Springs

I have a newly renovated single story home located in the beautiful Sponge docks area of Tarpon Springs Florida. This entire property has been totally renovated and furnished for comfort and conveinence . Two enormous bedrooms located on opposite ends of the house are total class. The master bedroom has a king bed and expanded bathroom with his and her sinks and a walk in shower. The master also includes a quality fold out leather couch and 50inch flat screen. The other bedroom is equally as large and furnished with 2 queen size beds and and XL twin. It also sports a 50 inch flat screen and a full bath. The kitchen/dining area flows into the living room. Everything is brand new. Located off of the garage area is a sweet utility room with washer/dryer utility sink and a 1/2 bath. A beautiful carport and a 2 car garage complete the enclosed areas of this beautiful historic home. The outside of the property has a patio located off of the utility room. The water side (back) has a new paver patio deck with deck chairs and table. The docks have been totally redone and can accomodate a boat of most any size in a private wet slip. Two kayaks and two paddleboards are also stored at the property for your active pleasures. Fishing poles are available and an outdoor grill are also amenities at your disposal.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Extra fee applied for pets
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed only outside

Important information

You need to know

Property # 989701
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 are allowed on site
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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Tarpon Springs

Located in Tarpon Springs, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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 going on at Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, or consider a night out at Old McMicky's Farm. 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

  • Safford House Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tarpon Springs Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hellas Greek Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Bellies - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Souvlaki - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dimitri's On The Water - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Anclote Brew - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise on the water Sponge Docks Tarpon Springs pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Paradise on the water \Sponge Docks Tarpon Springs?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paradise on the water \Sponge Docks Tarpon Springs on Oct 20, 2026 start from $400, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paradise on the water Sponge Docks Tarpon Springs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise on the water Sponge Docks Tarpon Springs?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Paradise on the water Sponge Docks Tarpon Springs located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Shrine of Saint Michael Taxiarchis and Unitarian Universalist Church of Tarpon Springs. Safford House Museum and Tarpon Springs Aquarium are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 66 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, excellent property, great response from owner.

5 STARS...WE SIMPLY LOVE IT.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great second visit

Three generations enjoyed a mini-vacation for the second time here. (I left a more extensive review in April of 2019.) It did not disappoint. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2022
Thank you Barb. Hope you and your lovely family come back again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tarpon Springs House

Property was just as described. Very clean (and I’m picky). Host was amazing. We feel like we made a friend! Would not hesitate to recommend this property to others!
Stayed 32 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

DHS Girls Weekend

Had a reunion with dear friends from our high school band! Ate at local restaurants within walking distance from the Vrbo, had meals at the table, enjoyed a boat ride, shopped in downtown Tarpon. The River House is beautiful and well maintained! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Three C's

Clean, comfortable and convenient, as advertised.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

HS Graduation Celebration

This is truly a vacation getaway location. Paradise on the water as listing says. My family and I were very impressed with the cleanliness the amenities and the overall experience at this River House. A home away from home. Fun for everyone! I even relaxed long enough to read a book(from the small library at the house). You won’t be disappointed!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So great!

We stayed the month of February. Fantastic house in a fantastic location! Plenty of space, well-stocked kitchen, grill, bikes, kayaks, very clean, fenced yard for our dog. Each bedroom has own bath. The location can’t be beat! We walked everywhere, church, store, restaurants, Spongedocks, downtown strip, and the bayou to see manatees! The owner was friendly and easy to communicate with. Was hoping to stay next year but already booked! Hopefully we’ll be back sometime!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

River house

We enjoyed staying at the River House. It's proximatey to Tarpon Spings shopping was great. The house was large and comfortable. The Television had no cable, only streaming. The host responded well to any questions we had. The river frontage is hard to see and enjoy due to all the frontage had docks which were full of boats. Before we left, we asked the host if we could stay again the following year, and he said no, as he had already rented it out.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and very nice home

We stayed at River House for a month and found the location to be very convenient — there are 2 restaurants within a 5-minute walk (We really liked Bayou Bistro) — also it is a short walk into town and the sponge docks The Host was very nice and easy to communicate with — one of the beach chairs broke and the host had a new set there immediately — there are docks out front which made sitting and watching wildlife a regular activity —many birds, dolphins, and especially mullet jumping The home was well appointed with all the pots and pans needed to cook in as well as a nice BBQ gas grill — most nights we ate outside on the patio — the property offers easy access to the Pinellas Trail for biking enthusiasts Tarpon Springs has many fun places to get a fresh brew or a wonderful meal and yet retains an old Florida vibe All in all a great month at River House was had
Stayed 26 nights in Mar 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent CLEAN vacation home! We could not have been more pleased!!!

The home is beautiful. Everything listed on the website is as presented. Super clean, fun and safe location. The home has been newly remodeled with an absolutely delightful charm that makes you feel like your home. The dock is only 20 steps from the back door (10 steps if you leap with joy on your way out - which we did); providing ample opportunity for endless aquatic adventures! Downtown Tarpon (easy couple of minutes walk) has art, culture, history, food (Hella good bakery - yummiest), and other great activites! David, owner, was very hospitable and extremely friendly! Thank you so much for such a great experience!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thanks Cottey
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home!

My husband and I were so lucky to find this beautiful home to spend our vacation in. We stayed for the month of February and didn’t need to buy a thing but food! All necessities were provided and many extras. The beds were more comfortable than home and the house was spotless! Mornings out back we’re so peaceful and we actually got to see a dolphin who came to visit. Sunsets were amazing! Short walk to the sponge docks and the beautiful bayou, or take a bike ride (two are provided). Shower was heavenly! Our company cancelled but had they come there would have been more than enough room for everyone. Will definitely try to get back sometime next year.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A Perfect Stay in Every Way

We've rented many vacation homes over the years and are often disappointed with our stays in one way or another. But not this time! This house is so beautiful, clean, comfortable and uncluttered. The layout is perfect as the main living area is wide open with views of the water in the back. My husband fished in the back every day and watched the crab fishermen next door pull in their hauls. The kitchen is immaculate and generously equipped with everything you could possibly need. There's a big laundry room near the garage entrance, and two huge bedrooms with comfy beds and linens and private bathrooms. The towels are soft. There was even shampoo in the shower. The air-conditioning works amazingly well. David, the owner checked on us to make sure we were comfortable. In addition to the beauty of property itself, The location was ideal. It is a short walk to west to the sponge docks, where you'll find the best Greek food and seafood you've ever eaten, with lots of shops and friendly people. Be sure to buy some hand made soap, sponges and lotions. Everyone loved our standard poodle and stopped to talk to us. The immediate neighborhood, where the house is located is full of historic homes and a lake, making it wonderful for walking the dog. A mile or less to the east is the historic town center, with more fantastic restaurants, antique shops and the historic St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, which you must see. The owner of this home does not skimp on anything in any way to compromise on your comfort. He understands what vacationers want and need. Anyone who stays here is extremely fortunate! Without a doubt, this was the best vacation house we ever rented, and we will come back. Thank you David!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thanks Debbie for the kind words. Glad you and your husband and Darwin found Casa Rio to your liking. Cheers. Come back soon. Dave.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location , Boaters paradise , Great host

Rented for full month and we enjoy every day on the house , walking distance to sponge docks , restaurants and stores . boating to Anclote ( 10 min) , Three rockers ( 15 min) Honeymoon island (20 min ) and a lot of spoils . David was one of the best host ever ...
Stayed 34 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great place very clean and upgraded. Close to stores and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent, well equipped property in great location and very helpful host.

Lovely well equipped property, great location not only by the water but within Tarpon Springs.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

This place is in a great location, walking distance to town, museums, food, and entertainment. We hardly got in the car once we arrived! The docks to fish from, and the patio for relaxation were great. When in the back of the house, you never even realize that your in town! Having a grill and a fully stocked kitchen was an added bonus! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away.

Dave has a wonderful house and a great relaxing atmosphere. We enjoyed all the great outdoor seating arrangements and watching the marina and all the bird and fish wildlife. The amenities were super and made us feel at home. We would definitely stay again. Communication with Dave was awesome.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

We enjoyed the stay and the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation on the water!

I would definitely stay here again! The house was perfect! Dave made the stay very nice! He communicated well and was VERY accommodating! The weather couldn't have been better! We will return! 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home on the water

Beautiful home on the water with short walk to Craig Park to watch the manatee.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

The house is within walking distance to downtown and to the sponge docks. It was very clean, comfortable and well stocked. It was nice sitting outside early in the morning, drinking coffee and watching fishermen go out. We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It truly felt like home. Very pleasant and spacious.

Relaxing, pleasant, walking distance to a beautiful park, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house

This house was better than expected. Super clean space. The kitchen was very well stocked with cooking supplies. The beds were comfy. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

Paradise on the water for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was amazing!! David was also a great host! We had a great time! The house accommodated 6 people perfectly! We had 2 adults and 4 teenagers! The house was within walking distance to the docks and the shops. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by David

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Local resident and business owner. I have lived in Tarpon Springs for 30 years and have never tired of its local charm

Why they chose this property

I have always dreamed of owning waterfront property and 201 Roosevelt Blvd was my jewel. Originally owned and built by the famous author Lois Lenski in 1951. Our personal family boats are docked here and our family enjoys the property as much as we can. The entire property has been renovated with comfort in mind

What makes this property unique

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION the property is uniquely situated in the sponge docks of Tarpon Springs
walking distance to all it has to offer.

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English, French
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