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A charming 1905 bungalow in the heart of Tarpon Springs

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Interior
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Place, St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

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

Master

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

A charming 1905 bungalow in the heart of Tarpon Springs

Discover The Cypress Shack: Where old charm meets new horizons. Our curated home goes beyond the typical "Ikea model," with coastal-inspired decor in a charming 1905 bungalow. Minutes from downtown Tarpon Springs, dubbed the "sponge capital of the world," immerse in the vibrant city scene. Embrace local Greek culture, savor delicacies, and explore hidden gems. Unwind in our laid-back retreat, designed for authentic experiences. Engage with friendly neighbors and create lasting memories here!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
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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 and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No shoes inside the house please! Help us preserve
Please keep the thermostat above 74 degrees, or el
Treat our furniture and home as you would your own

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

About the area

Tarpon Springs

Located in Tarpon Springs, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. While the natural beauty of Tampa Bay and Clearwater Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Innisbrook Golf Club. 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing adventures can be found near the property.
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Tarpon Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Safford House Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Spongeoramas Sponge Factory - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sponge City Brewing - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Souvlaki - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Unrefined Brewing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Two Frogs Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Johnny's Fillin' Station and Tap Room of Tarpon Spring - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A charming 1905 bungalow in the heart of Tarpon Springs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A charming 1905 bungalow in the heart of Tarpon Springs?

As of 18 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A charming 1905 bungalow in the heart of Tarpon Springs on 1 June 2026 start from NZ$229, 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 A charming 1905 bungalow in the heart of Tarpon Springs?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A charming 1905 bungalow in the heart of Tarpon Springs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A charming 1905 bungalow in the heart of Tarpon Springs?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A charming 1905 bungalow in the heart of Tarpon Springs located?

Located in the heart of Tarpon Springs, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Unitarian Universalist Church of Tarpon Springs and Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center. Safford House Museum and Shrine of Saint Michael Taxiarchis are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay in a vintage house in a great village. Everything you could possibly want is provided. Enjoyed the trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Near historic area and not far from sponge docks. Host was wonderful about rescheduling after personal issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane Marie H.

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

Great stay!

Very cute home in a great neighborhood!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful property! Very clean. Very close to everything we wanted to do in Tarpon Springs. Within walking distance to lots of restaurants. The communicstion with Carl was fantastic. He was very attentive before and during our stay. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Four Seniors on a 3 Day Escape

Great location to sponge docks and restaurants. Owner was very responsive and quickly answered our questions. Home was nice, clean and comfortable for the four of us. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bj F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful communication with owners. They were quick to respond. Very cute cottage! Close to everything. We were able to walk to a brewery and restaurants. Shops were walking distance too! We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

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

Great stay.

Very nice house. We enjoyed our stay. Everything in the house was nice. Very short walk to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darcy R.

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

Happy times in Tarpon

In town for a family reunion, the bungalow was in a perfect location, welcoming and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

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

Great Place

Wonderfully located and exceptionally clean!!! We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyrus H.

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

Great house!

We really enjoyed staying in the property. It was so close to shops and eateries. Beautiful accommodations and very clean. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Tarpon Springs Gem!

Beautiful property in a great location. Easy walk to restaurants, bars and shops. House is in excellent shape. Nicely decorated and very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy B.

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

Adorable house

The Cypress St. house is a wonderful place for a family get away. Carl was an amazing host, quick to respond and offered many amenities at his property. Great location for visiting Tarpon Springs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrick S.

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

Parton vacy

Just went down to look at the area for an up coming opportunity. The location was amazing. Tons of restaurants and pubs within a short walk. Home offered everything we could have needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Clean, Comfortable, Close to everything in Tarpon

Cute property conveniently located in between the main tourist areas of Tarpon Springs. The property is in a quiet neighborhood but everything you would want to visit is within a short walk. We would not hesitate to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim D.

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

Excellent location

Ideal location. Close to downtown Tarpon Springs and the sponge docks. And a very good brewery, so bonus points. Host was very responsive when contacted.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael A.

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

Great Visit

We are an older couple (80) and visited Jan 2025. The weather was 20 degrees below average for our month. We are not beach/Pool people so because of the great central location, we were still able to enjoy Tarpon Springs and all it has to offer. The home was clean and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madalynn N.

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

Cottage in Tarpon Springs

Everything was fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Wonderful charming home in a great area. The host are top notch as well. Best place by far to stay

Quick and reliable in response to any questions. There have not been many, because the home is perfectly set up for guest. I think they are doing a phenomenal job.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daren D.

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

Wonderful stay

Great communication with host.Cottage pictures on VRBO are accurate. Cozy home that offers easy walking to both the Sponge Docks and the Historic Downtown District. Easily walk to shopping, restaurants, taverns and parks. Will definitely stay again if we return to Tarpon Springs.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine W.

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

Wonderful house

We had a great family stay for a couple days in Tarpon Springs. The house is much bigger than it looks in the photos. It’s in a good neighborhood walking distance from the sponge docks. I would recommend it to anyone looking to stay in Tarpon Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

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

Perfect

Great location for anyone looking to walk everywhere. Great communication with the host. Brewery right across the street which was a nice surprise! Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue & Lou V.

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

Great visit

This home is lovely, clean and updated. It is very convenient to the sponge dock, shops and many restaurants. It was our first time exploring Tarpon Springs, and will be back for sure! I recommend the dolphin and shelling tour and Fred Howard Park (great beach and sunsets) Go to dinner at Hellas and listen for Opa!! So much fun - and a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

DoD

Nice house and good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

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

Quick Spring Break!

We only had a couple days to spend in Tarpons Springs. This property is close to downtown, but not exactly walking distance. Loved having the comforts of home (2 bathrooms is a major plus) including in unit laundry. If you plan a stay make sure to eat at Rusty Bellies!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The place was clean and cute on the inside. The master bed was not really usable because it was collapsed in the middle when we got there. Owner offered to get someone out and they came out the last night we were there. But were unable to fix the bed properly. Since there were only 2 we slept in guest room. Little odd that when we got there all towels were in the dryer and all the silverware was in the dishwasher. Also no sheets had been put on the bed so we did that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Angie Rinderle

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As a native of the Tarpon Springs area, with deep roots in the community, I take immense pride in welcoming guests to experience the beauty of our home. Having lived in Pinellas county for over twenty years, I've cultivated a deep connection to this vibrant area.

While my professional background is in nursing, I've always harbored a passion for creativity and a natural inclination towards hosting. I understand firsthand the impact of an environment on our well-being, having experienced both discomfort and inspiration in different spaces. It is this awareness that drives me to create and host a truly captivating and comfortable experience for my guests.

My ultimate aspiration is for you to feel completely encapsulated and inspired when staying at the home I've meticulously designed. I am committed to continuously improving and learning, striving to create that amazing feeling of delight and wonder that I've personally experienced in some of the most remarkable environments.

As your host, I am dedicated to ensuring your stay surpasses your expectations. Whether it's recommending local gems, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere, or being readily available to address any concerns, I am here to make your visit to Tarpon Springs an unforgettable one.

Why they chose this property

We chose this neighborhood for its undeniable charm and unique characteristics that instantly stole our hearts. The brick roads that cross through the area add a touch of nostalgia. The friendly neighbors who greet you with warm smiles and genuine kindness create a true sense of community. What we love most is the perfect blend of quaintness and accessibility. This neighborhood offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle, allowing us to unwind and appreciate the small-town ambiance. Yet, it also provides easy access to modern conveniences and amenities. The local brewery and plant shop down the street add an extra layer of delight to our everyday lives. Whether it's sipping on handcrafted brews or exploring the lush greenery, these nearby gems have become integral parts of our neighborhood experience. Above all, it's the historic feel that captivates us. The rich tapestry of this small town echoes with stories of the past and culture, evoking a sense of timelessness. We find joy in strolling along the historic streets, admiring the well-preserved architecture and embracing the heritage that permeates every corner. The combination of these elements led us to choose this extraordinary neighborhood for our cherished forever home.

What makes this property unique

A personal oasis, The Cypress Shack is where we've crafted a haven that combines our love for relaxed, coastal living with a touch of surf-inspired decor. This home effortlessly blends the tranquility of a beachside retreat with the captivating charm of a historic property. Every corner of this enchanting home has been thoughtfully designed, ensuring a truly unforgettable experience, and that is what differentiates us from our competitors. From the soothing, care-free ambiance to the curated accents, it's a sanctuary that embodies the essence of coastal bliss. "Surf" is not just a sport, it's a way of life. During your stay, we challenge you to immerse yourself in an experience that fuels your spirits, ignites your passion, and embraces the freedom found in relaxation.

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