Located in Tarpon Springs, this guesthouse is in the city centre and near the beach. 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.
Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Tarpon Springs Castle Winery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Safford House Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Unrefined Brewing - 5 min walk
Mr. Souvlaki - 10 min walk
Johnny's Fillin' Station and Tap Room of Tarpon Spring - 6 min walk
Two Frogs Brewing Company - 7 min walk
Outside BBQ and Bar - 9 min walk
About this property
Acorn Cottage * Downtown * Tropical Yard
This private tiny home, Acorn Cottage, is located in historic downtown Tarpon Springs, walking distance to the world famous sponge docks, located just blocks away from breweries, restaurants, the Pinellas Trail. And the beach is only 3 mi away! The cottage offers a queen bed, Wi-Fi, Roku TV, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and shared use of the back yard of our 120-year-old Victorian home.
The space was fully remodeled in 2021!
The cottage is private, and the yard was designed to feel like a tropical paradise. Acorn Cottage has a private bistro set, great for having a cup of tea or coffee and enjoying the outdoors.
Acorn Cottage offers Florida beach town life at its finest. You can rent bikes nearby at Neptune's or Tarpon Tom's. You can rent kayaks or water bikes at Fred Howard. There are dolphin tours, museums, restaurants and so much more within walking distance. Or just hang out in the back yard with a beverage and unwind.
Tarpon Springs was founded in 1876 and thrived for decades on the industry of sponge diving. Now, the town has so much more to offer than sponge diving, but the rich history remains. Acorn Cottage is located downtown in a residential historical neighborhood just a few blocks from Tarpon Ave (our "Main Street"). The main home is 121 years old, and the surrounding homes are historic as well.
We chose Tarpon Springs for its walkability. If you need rides to or from the airport or anywhere else, we have a driver we would be happy to refer you to. The Jolly Trolley is a great public transportation option. There's also a 46-mi bike trail one block away, with rental bikes close by as well. The beaches are a short bike or drive away.
Traveling with another couple? Book Palm Cottage next door!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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, service animals permitted
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
With owner notification, outside only
Guests must sign renter agreement and provide ID within 24 hours or reservation will be canceled. Any indoor smoking results in minimum $500 fee.
A security deposit hold is required prior to arrival and released upon departure without damages. $25 cancelation fee.
Quiet hours are 10pm - 7am. Violation will result in immediate termination of your reservation.
Important information
You need to know
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is Acorn Cottage * Downtown * Tropical Yard pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Acorn Cottage * Downtown * Tropical Yard?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acorn Cottage * Downtown * Tropical Yard on 11 Jun 2026 start from £41, 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 at Acorn Cottage * Downtown * Tropical Yard?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Acorn Cottage * Downtown * Tropical Yard?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Acorn Cottage * Downtown * Tropical Yard?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Acorn Cottage * Downtown * Tropical Yard located?
Located in the heart of Tarpon Springs, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center and Tarpon Springs Castle Winery. Tarpon Springs Dog Park and St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral are also within 10 minutes.
Acorn Cottage * Downtown * Tropical Yard Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
yes, everything was as stated, the place was perfect for two.
ALECIA E.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Amber V.
13 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Very difficult to get from parked car to unit. High steps from street level need railing, had to open gate to drive in to unload but sign said do not open gate. Best thing was location close to activities.
Enjoyed our stay. Comfortable and convenient. Room was clean and the patio was pleasant. Toilet flushed slow sometimes and gurgled some. Might need to be looked into.
It was perfect for the two of us. Easy to find, safe area. Conveniently located close to historic Tarpon Springs which gave us a great afternoon of walking the shops and enjoying lunch on the water.
The acorn cottage was very cozy and nice to stay in. It appears somewhat small from the outside but it is nicely put together with a moderately sized bathroom, large bed, and an open dining/common area. The amenities were very nice and we used the grill, toaster oven, fridge, and dishes extensively. The outdoor shared area was much better than expected and was very enjoyable to relax in the mornings/evenings. We would recommend staying here, though our group would love to stay at the palm cottage if possible. Lauren was a very informative and helpful property manager and helped address all of our needs!
The place is "as advertised" and was perfect for our needs. It was in great condition and very clean. The renovations well done. Would definitely stay there again.
We didn't need much and weren't staying for a long time. This place is small, but was fine for us. If you follow the directions everything is pretty easy to enjoy the accommodations. We were able to walk downtown or drive if we wanted. Nice to be able park in a nice parking lot close to the living area. Patio is nice and we didn't use the grill but its close to the living quarters. We had a great time and will definitely consider renting again when in the area.
This property was perfect for two guests on a weekend trip.
Location was great with easy access to shopping and dining. My only complaint would be if you could possibly have a trash can for renters to use that is closer. Smallest complaint ever. LOL Thank you for allowing us to stay.
Natasha
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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