Stunning 2BR Ranch, perfect for snowbirds or small families
Recently remodeled two bedroom ranch home, complete with beautiful updated kitchen boasting black granite countertops and new cabinets and appliances. Well stocked kitchen with everything you need for eating in. Master bedroom contains queen bed and flat screen TV, and the second bedroom a full size bed. Bath is totally remodeled with new tile and fixtures. Large living area with flat screen TV and comfy furniture. Tile floors throughout for cool Florida feel. Top quality rattan furniture (Tommy Bahama/Pier One) in each room gives the home a totally Caribbean atmosphere. Outdoor screened patio with hightop mozaic table, BBQ grill, and completely fenced yard for sunbathing; friendly to pets. One car oversized attached garage. No steps or stairs anywhere! Conveniently located just north of Tarpon Springs; near beaches, nature trails, shopping and the world famous sponge docks.
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
2 dogs under 80 lbs, neutered, current on shots.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is ok outside or on the patio,
Primary renter must be 25 years old.
Two 80 lb. dogs allowed with $100 per dog fee paid, must be neutered, current on shots and flea/tick repellant. Large dogs not allowed on furniture.
Smoking is ok outside or on the patio but never inside the house.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Holiday
Located in Holiday Lake Estates, a neighbourhood in Holiday, this holiday home is near theme parks. Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center and Safford House Museum are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Spongeoramas Sponge Factory and Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. St Nicholas Boat Line and Tarpon Springs Aquarium are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Holiday, FL
What's nearby
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Anclote River Park - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Innisbrook Golf Club - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
Sunset Beach - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
Getting around
St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
The Stockyard - 3 min drive
Captain Jacks Waterfront Grill - 4 min drive
Checkers - 3 min drive
Mykonos - 4 min drive
China Wok - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Stunning 2BR Ranch, perfect for snowbirds or small families pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Stunning 2BR Ranch, perfect for snowbirds or small families?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stunning 2BR Ranch, perfect for snowbirds or small families?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Stunning 2BR Ranch, perfect for snowbirds or small families located?
Located in Holiday Lake Estates, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Spongeoramas Sponge Factory, St Nicholas Boat Line and Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. Sponge Exchange and Tarpon Springs Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We stayed at this property for three days in March 2025 during our trip for Phillies Spring Training. The home and its location close to Tarpon Springs were just what we needed. And the fenced yard was great for our dog.
Excellent communication, house clean and comfortable as described. Great TV selections, nice house with amenities, garage a plus, backyard and screened porch were wonderful. Easy to get around.
Clean, well-equipped home with screened in porch and spacious fenced back yard. Owners attentive and helpful.
Charles C.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Adam K., Knoxville
12 Mar, 2018
Good week
Had everything we needed. Owners accommodating and helpful. Clean and convenient for our week.
Adam K.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
Gerry Lynn K.
2 Jan, 2018
Comfortable / Inviting Home
Really enjoyed our stay in this lovely remodeled home. It was warm and cozy and has everything you need, just bring your toothbrush! The owners were very responsive and wonderful to work with. We look forward to returning next year!
This stay was due to the displacement from hurricane. But it was perfect and had everything it described. Plenty of room and nicely laid out. The back porch and large fenced in yard was perfect. Excellent communication and was easy to reach
The property manager was very easy to get a hold of and stayed in communication. The home has been updated. This home is in a nice neighborhood in the middle of everything very convenient to stores and restaurants.
Nice fence backyard for your pets
I would recommend staying this home and look forward to the next visit
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this home. The decor was awesome, the home furniture was very comfortable, the kitchen is fully stocked with good storage, beds slept great, lots of linen, home was very easy to maintain. This was almost a two month stay while relocating to FL. The neighbors were great, we feel very comfortable. Would definitely stay again! Highly recommend this vacation home!
Vickie C.
Stayed 54 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Shirley R.
1 Apr, 2019
2 BR Ranch
Great space. The house was clean & well maintained. Beds were comfy with nice linens. The kitchen was well equipped. We really enjoyed the screened in porch beside bbq. It was close to the main highway but in a very quiet neighbourhood. The owners were very nice. I would definitely stay there again.
Property was just what we needed. Clean and spacious home in quiet neighborhood for waking the dog. Good pet friendly restaurants and pubs with shopping in Tarpon Springs. Market Close by. We plan to return. Jim
Jim P.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Bridget M., centereach
6 Dec, 2017
Beautiful home
The house was totally updated and very clean. We enjoyed staying there. Yard is fenced in and our dog enjoyed it. Quit neighborhood. Close to shopping and restaurants. Than you to the home owners for our first stay threw VRBO a positive experience. Bridget
Bridget M.
Stayed 75 nights in Sep 2017
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
15 Jun, 2018
Fran, thank you so much for being such a great host!!!
This little house is adorable and fully stocked with lovely cooking supplies. Fran thought of everything you could possibly need to be comfortable. It is truly a home away from home. Thank you again for going beyond expectations!!!
Our first time winter getaway. Our stay for a month exceeded our expectations. We had everything we needed . Enjoyed fenced in yard, the grill and kitchen had what we needed? Quiet neighborhood. We loved being so close to Tarpon Springs , Dunedin, Port Richey. Easy to get around. Pet friendly. Hosts were great!
Mary Fran P.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
David P.
6 Mar, 2018
Excellent place for a relaxing vacation
We enjoyed staying here for our trip. The house was as advertised. It was tastefully decorated with a nice floor plan. Everything we needed was there to enjoy our stay. On arrival, we were met by the owner and enjoyed the key lime pie that she provided for us. Any issues that we had were resolved promptly by the owner. Our two dogs liked the fenced in yard as did my wife and I. House is located in a very quiet neighborhood. Our expectations were met and exceeded during our visit.
Thanks Fran and Curry.
David P.
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2018
10/10 Excellent
Tracey O.
7 Mar, 2019
Excellent
Pleasantly surprised!!! Fran was so accommodating and house was extremely clean and fully stocked with everything needed to cook. Large yard which our dog loved. Keyless entry which I loved😁. Perfect in every way for our family.
Tracey.
We have stayed in several VRBO homes and this stay would be in our top 5! The house is clean, stocked with everything you need and your hosts are outstanding. They are really concerned with how your stay is going. I would absolutely stay with them again. We had our dog and she loved the fenced back yard. Key Vista, Anderson and Howard Parks are nearby and are super places to give your dog a walk. Also, give Neptune Cycle a try. Rent an e-bike and spend a day on the Pinellas Trail!
James C.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carol G., Brick, NJ
12 Apr, 2019
A wonderful, comfortable, new home
This was the best rental we have had. It was very comfortable, clean, stocked with absolutely everything you could want, upscale furnishings in a very quiet and convenient neighborhood. The house looked like it was just redone, everything new. Appliances worked well. The owner was very nice and even had a pie for us! Our only complaint was the internet was slow and we were looking for a house to buy so needed it much faster. We would rent there again.
Carol G.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2019
8/10 Good
Rosann C.
6 Mar, 2019
Doggie heaven!
Nice place to go to get out of the winters cold. I needed a place close to my friends in Tarpon and one with a fenced in yard for my dogs! This fit the bill! I thought the neighborhood was a little sketchy, but turned out to be pretty quiet. Neighbors were friendly and having sidewalks were great for walking the dogs! Curry and Fran were attentive and responsive for the couple of insignificant issues we had. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend it especially if you have pets!
We are a retired couple with our 30-something daughter and her husband, in town for a wedding. The house was just what we needed. It’s not much to look at on the outside but the inside was very nicely decorated. The listing was very accurate and we had everything we needed for our stay. It was perfectly clean and comfortable.
Cozy, clean and very responsive owners. Well worth taking a look.
First, I want to thank Fran and Curry. They made our stay very wonderful. Any need we had or question was quickly, respectfully, and pleasantly answered. They went out of their way to make sure our stay was prefect.
The home was so well maintained and stocked for most any need which could arise. There were amenities which were not even listed which were provided. I believe any who stay will be surprised at the level of care and thoughtfulness which has gone into making the home a place which you will enjoy spending time. Again, thank you so much!
Perfect location for our needs to complete family matters. Although we didn’t visit the sponge docks or downtown Tarpon Springs this trip, it is conveniently close. The house was very clean, well stocked, comfortable and had a great backyard for our dog. Would recommend this place for a stay near Tarpon Springs.
Melanie G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
About the host
Hosted by Curry Hayes
Curry and Fran Hayes have been VRBO hosts since 2014, with their first listing a four bedroom home in Tarpon Springs, listing # 685148. That home was such a success and they received many requests from couples and smaller groups who didn't need that much house! So they decided to repeat everything they had done at the larger house to give couples and small families a more economical option while still providing a charming and tastefully decorated newly renovated home within 5 minutes of their larger rental house. Fran loves personally managing these homes and makes it a point to meet and greet guests personally and is always quickly responsive to inquiries and questions. As of July 2017 they have just opened their third and fourth homes in the same area, listing # 1122450 and 959787!
Why they chose this property
Just remodeled, new furnishings, appliances, ranch style with no steps or stairs anwhere on the property, minutes from the beach, nature trails, bike trails, and less than an hour from Tampa and all its attractions
What makes this property unique
This house is great for snowbirds, as it is entirely one level with no steps or stairs at all on the property. It is very close to downtown Tarpon with all it has to offer, plus three beautiful beaches, but is much more economical because it's just above the county line in Holiday FL.
Languages:
English
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