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Vacation in the Unspoiled Coastal Vibe at the Sponge Docks!

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Exterior
Large family room with smart tv
Family room overlooks Marina
Aerial view
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Place, Tarpon Springs Aquarium
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St Nicholas Boat Line
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Shampoo

Primary - Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation in the Unspoiled Coastal Vibe at the Sponge Docks!

Experience the Charm of Tarpon Springs
Step into the heart of Tarpon Springs, just moments from the world-famous Sponge Docks, in this stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bath home. Nestled between pristine parks, scenic beaches, and the beautiful Pinellas Trail, this coastal haven offers the best of both nature and culture. Explore picturesque waterfront dining, authentic Greek bakeries, charming boutiques, and unique shops, all just steps from your door.

Perfect for food lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and sun seekers alike, this vibrant neighborhood invites you to indulge, unwind, and explore. There's nothing like strolling the docks at sunset, enjoying fresh seafood, cycling the Pinellas Trail, playing golf, or discovering local treasures. The shell hunting and sunset dolpin tours right from the Docks is a must. Tarpon Springs offers an experience that has earned it the title of America’s Best Cultural Small Town.

ABOUT THE HOME...

Welcome to your dream getaway—where comfort, style, and location come together in perfect harmony. This beautifully appointed home offers three spacious bedrooms and three baths, with the main level featuring two bedrooms and two well-designed ¾ bathrooms—one en suite for added privacy.

The front living room flows into a large gourmet kitchen with a center island, perfect for cooking, gathering, and making memories. From there, step into a breathtaking family room with soaring 9' ceilings, louvered shutters, and a patio with water view overlooking open space.

Upstairs, the entire top floor is dedicated to a luxurious primary suite, your personal retreat in the sky. Sip your morning coffee or unwind at sunset on your private screened-in lanai. Inside, you’ll find a cozy loveseat, a writing desk for quiet moments, a walk-in closet, and a full bath with a large soaking tub. With its own washer and dryer and panoramic windows open to sunshine and soaring seagulls, this space feels like a sanctuary.

There's a charming town trolley that stops regularly to explore neighboring, Dunedin, Clearwater Beach, and beyond. Parks, beaches, golf, and bike trails are all nearby. You may find there's little reason to leave this coastal paradise.

Whether you're here for a week, two, or longer—you’re not just staying in a house, you’re living the vacation lifestyle—every single day.
Come relax, explore, and fall in love with this unforgettable coastal escape.

Did we mention there's an old school pac-man video game, a guitar, and games for all ages?

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-This property is an animal-free zone due to allergies of some guests. Thank you for your understanding.
No smoking on premises indoors or out.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tarpon Springs

Located in Tarpon Springs, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tarpon Springs Aquarium and St Nicholas Boat Line. 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 and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Tarpon Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Tarpon Springs Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Nicholas Boat Line - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Safford House Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hellas Greek Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Bellies - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Souvlaki - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Anclote Brew - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Outside BBQ and Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation in the Unspoiled Coastal Vibe at the Sponge Docks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vacation in the Unspoiled Coastal Vibe at the Sponge Docks!?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vacation in the Unspoiled Coastal Vibe at the Sponge Docks! on 31 May 2026 start from NZ$368, 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 Vacation in the Unspoiled Coastal Vibe at the Sponge Docks!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation in the Unspoiled Coastal Vibe at the Sponge Docks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation in the Unspoiled Coastal Vibe at the Sponge Docks!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vacation in the Unspoiled Coastal Vibe at the Sponge Docks! located?

Located in the heart of Tarpon Springs, this holiday home is steps away from Tarpon Springs Aquarium and Sponge Exchange. Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks and St Nicholas Boat Line are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 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. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the stay. Great place to stay and perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, great being able to walk to shops and restaurants. House was supplied with everything we needed. Great communication with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene D.

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

Great stay

Great location in easy walking distance of the Sponge Docks area and several good restaurants, bakeries, ice cream, and shops. The house is lovely, very clean and has most things one would need to cook, etc
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy O.

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

Great stay

House was clean and had everything you needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrisa L.

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

Beautiful House with Excellent Location

We loved the beautiful, clean and comfortable house. It was in an excellent location. We walked to all the shops and restaurants and had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! 2 blocks from the sponge docks! Best stocked rental ever! We were 3 couples and we all had space, played cards, just hung out! Hopefully we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

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

Great location

With in walking distance of sponge docks we went up there a lot
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

excellant

we enjoyed the hospitality and location. The house is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

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

House on Hope Street

Everything was wonderful!!! House was stocked very well with anything we needed!! John may have been the best host of any of our stays anywhere!! Location was great and near many things to do or see. We would definitely rent again!!!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

It was very nice

It was very nice Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

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

Family time

No complaints! Hope to go back one day. Perfect location, everything great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie K.

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

Holiday memories

Enjoyed the big room and both the decks! Recommend to all :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter B.

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

Best week ever

We had a great time and loved the house. It was just as the pictures showed. The neighborhood was quite. We would love to stay again. The owner was easy to deal with. I have already told my friends they need to book!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander D.

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

Absolute Sublime Paradise

I grew up in Tarpon Springs back in the 1980s. A lot has changed since then, but the charm remains. I knew this house way back in the day and it has since been updated and it is incredible!! I can't describe it anymore other than perfect!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Perfect Home to Experience the Charm of Tarpon Springs

The home was absolutely perfect for our family gathering, which is adjacent to the renown Greek Sponge Docks. We could walk daily for shopping and restaurants and join in with the activities of the Greek culture. The house has the perfect layout for entertaining and has a well equipped kitchen. We loved the back porch with a view of the marina and what a nice surprise to hear music from the adjacent restaurant. The house is accessible for easy entry and utilizing a walker and had a walk in shower for my 95 year old Mother. The home was a blessing for our entire family to stop in for a visit or dinner. The host (John) was always available for any questions and I have to say our stay exceeded our expectations!Anyone booking a stay will love it!
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

The home is even better than what was shown in pictures.

We had a great week staying in this beautiful home with our family of 6. It was a week of sunshine, fishing, shopping, sightseeing & visiting with family in Tarpon Springs. We did a lot of cooking and the kitchen had everything we needed. There are a couple of big grocery stores about 5-7 minutes away by car. Our favorite restaurant is Mr. Souvlaki and our favorite bakery is the National Bakery. The location of the home was very quiet even with the Sponge Docks being a block away. We would love to come back for vacation next year and stay at this beautiful home again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val F.

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

Fantastic home! Great location!

The pictures of John’s home were very good and quite accurate, but yet being there for real we discovered it to be even better than pictured! We loved the spaces, the furnishings, and the decor and character both indoors and out. The house was equipped with everything we needed, and we were especially thankful for his supplying the brand new crockpot and drip coffeemaker which we had hoped to use! The location was fantastic!!! We could walk to the Spring Bayou to see the manatees and dolphins, or to shop at the many gift shops, or to go to restaurants, coffee shops, or bakeries. We even walked a mile and a half to church one Sunday! We learned some history of the Greek community and the sponge industry on a boat excursion. There was so much to do near the house but yet not far to drive to beaches or other attractions. Thank you, John, for making your wonderful home available for us to enjoy!
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a convenient and safe location! We were a group of ladies having a family reunion and what a perfect find! We walked to the trolley stop, clothes shops, restaurants, St Michael Chapel, and convenience store and really did not even use our rental car. Host John was so accommodating when we needed the house temperature adjusted and was very attentive to our needs. Us ladies are hoping to book again soon, energized from the beautiful house and friendly location!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda P.

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

What a great house and experience of things to do in the area The property was very well maintained

Highly recommend this property Had a wonderful and relaxing time The house was so comfortable and very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Loved it

It was a perfect place for us and met more than our expectations.
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joeel R.

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

Great place.

This is a great property. The property is walking distance from the docks and everything you would want to do in tarpon. The property is clean and has everything you would need. The owner is very responsive. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by John Corliss

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I am a real estate professional who recently discovered Tarpon Springs. With my home in Colorado, I had never visited Florida prior to 2019. I so enjoy this amazing home and unique town.

Why they chose this property

The real estate axiom Location, Location, Location has never rung more true. The fantastic floor plan of the home make it the ideal get-away. You'll be waking up every morning to the aroma of bakeries in the neighborhood and the bustle of all the Sponge Docks has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Walk to everything. Experience the salt-life out your front door.

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