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Quiet River Edge, Gulf-Access Home

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The Anclote River is an inlet from the Gulf
We added a ramp and floating dock to the front. Excellent for boating.
view of the house from the dock
Our deck with the grill.
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Fred Howard Park
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Place, Fred Howard Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Raymond James Stadium
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Place, Tampa Riverwalk
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living room sofa has pull-out queen bed

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet River Edge, Gulf-Access Home

What we intend to become our retirement home in a few years, our 1300 sq. ft. home is on the Anclote River between the Greek Sponge docks and the Gulf.
Grill fresh fish and set up dinner on the dock, then boat out to the keys. Play golf nearby, hike or bike the Pinellas Trail that slips through the center of old Tarpon Springs.
With 2 bedrooms, 4 beds, we are set up for a very comfortable relaxed vacation for 4, with a pull-out queen in the living room for the occasional visitor.
We have replaced all the appliances. Our HVAC is sterilized at the intake with a UV filter to keep the environment healthy even for sensitive souls, like us. A laundry room and garage keep things comfortable. The best place to spend time is on our dock with a floating platform, which allow easy access onto our kayaks, or a small deck for grilling or relaxing

We have two bicycles for your use, and a great Necky tandem kayak as well as a solo that give you intimate access off our dock to the river and bayous.

Per Tarpon Springs zoning regulations our minimum stay is now 42 days.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please contact me. This is our personal home.
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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
There is a boat/watercraft fee of $70 per week. Trailers must be parked at a marina to prevent damage to our sprinklers along the driveway.
Trash and recycling must be left in bins next to the mailbox on Mondays and Thursdays. Dishes must be washed. See info sheet.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number DWE6215798
Property # 443101vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Tarpon Springs

Located in Tarpon Springs, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Brooker Creek Preserve 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 hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Fred Howard Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 46 min drive - 42.7 km
  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 46 min drive - 42.7 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 54 min drive - 63.5 km
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 55 min drive - 68.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hellas Greek Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Bellies - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's Neighborhood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anclote Brew - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Jack's Waterfront Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet River Edge, Gulf-Access Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quiet River Edge, Gulf-Access Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet River Edge, Gulf-Access Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet River Edge, Gulf-Access Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet River Edge, Gulf-Access Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Fred Howard Park, Sunset Beach and Whitcomb Bayou. Unitarian Universalist Church of Tarpon Springs and Safford House Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

cathy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming, home was clean and well kept. Location was key for us, close to family and on the water.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terre M.

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

Vacation

This is a wonderful home to stay in. Perfect in every way possible.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2025
So glad to have you back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

February Getaway

Great little bungalow. All the stuff you need is there, and the place is very well kept. Wonderful spot on the river, with t a floating dock portion that allows easy kayak launching. Great neighborhood.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing Getaway

A perfect setting to relax and rejuvenate on the Anclote River. We enjoyed fishing, watching the birds, strolling the sponge docks, eating seafood, and watching the boats go by.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

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

Fantastic

Great location. Took our boat for the week exploring the island. Very clean and decorated great. We loved the vibe here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2020
If you have a boat that has a shallow draft, this is a lovely place to bring it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A bit of paradise

Lovely home on the Anclote River. Peaceful neighborhood, and beautiful view from the Florida room. Sponge Docks just around the corner; beaches, restaurants, shopping just a short drive away. We plan to visit again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2020
Thanks for your good communication! We are glad you enjoyed our home, and would certainly like to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN B.

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

Fun in Florida

Location, Location on the river and 2 miles from Gulf of Mexico. House is clean and having access to bikes and Kayaks
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

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

Baby Belle

It was great! Betsy was so nice to get back with me and really helpful. I will be coming back a lot to see family!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2020
Any time our guests want to contact us, they can reach us by text. We prefer to keep this personal!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany B.

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

Wonderful vacation

The home was neat, clean, and easy to stay in. Kitchen was well furnished. We thoroughly enjoyed the screened porch overlooking the river and watching boats, as well as fishing from the dock. Easy location for tourist activities and a variety of dining out. Highly recommend for a couple or small size family. Scott and Betsy made the use of their home easy and welcoming.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy d.

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

Kayaking Heaven

Everything was as described and very clean. Kitchen was well stocked. The sea kayaks were great and easy to launch from the floating dock. We enjoyed exploring the bayous. There were several manatees wintering in Spring Bayou which was fun to see. We loved the Tarpon springs area and plan to come back to the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell G.

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

June getaway

We stayed at the house while visiting grandkids and family. The home was perfect for our needs. Able to relax in the living room or on the screened porch. The deck is comfortable with a table and chairs. Our grandkids loved the dock. We fished and watched sting rays swim by. The tranquil neighborhood is just what we were looking for.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

r m.

Ideal setting

939 Bayshore is a lovely, comfortable home on an idyllic setting. The view of the boat and pelican traffic on the water offers hours of entertainment. Osprey, heron, ibis, and egret ply the waters while dolphin swim past. Truly gorgeous. The house is comfortable, the hosts accommodating. An excellent choice for a laid back holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Y.

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

Lovely home in a great location

This is a lovely and well appointed home with lots of wonderful nearby activities. We enjoyed having use of kayaks and bicycles. We could walk or ride bikes to the beach. We saw dolphins while kayaking the nearby bayou. We saw the manatees in Spring bayou. Good fishing in the Anclote River and Whitcomb bayou. Had a great week of fun and sun at this beautiful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

Relaxation at its finest

Betsy and Scott's vacation spot is the perfect place for relaxation. During our 8 night stay, dolphins visited regularly just off the dock and we had a great egret come up on the deck. Kayaking is well worth it, the rudder made paddling in the wind a breeze. And the location is perfect: quiet (we barely saw any neighbors), but still close to the beaches, restaurants, and shops. The highlight of our trip was renting a boat and spending the afternoon at Anclote Key Preserve State Park. We found more shells and sand dollars than anyone could want. We would love to come back. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2025
We luck out with such good guests! We are glad you enjoyed your vacation here.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Theodore W.

A Spiritual Escape

A much needed refuge from the storms of the world. We could not have imagined a more relaxing stay. The small house is right on the Anclote River and includes all the amenities to take advantage of one's stay. We loved sitting out on the dock in the morning to catch sight of Osprey, Kingfishers and Herons. In the evenings we enjoyed grilling seafood and dining on the lanai while watching the sun set. Scott and Betsy have a jewel of a home. If we fail to close on our own place, we hope to return. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Scott and I are planning to retire to this wonderful spot, eventually. When we spend time there we are mostly working on house projects, so far. It's very satisfying to hear that you appreciate what we love about our home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine A.

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

Peaceful stay

Betsy and Scott’s home on the Alcote River in Tarpon Springs, is a delight. Beautifully kept and a wonderful out look over the garden and dock. I loved whiling away a few hours in the Florida room especially first thing in the morning and the evenings. My husband enjoyed the dock for fishing and watching all the boats going in and out everyday, just as well as the fish weren’t too keen to bite! There is plenty to do and see in the area. Betsy was very friendly and helpful to deal with. Thank you for having us. We would recommend a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2023
We were delighted to have guests from Scotland enjoy our quiet bit of waterfront. Do come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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

This place is magical!

This property is beautiful ! If you enjoy lazy days on the water in a comfortable setting, it's perfect for you. We enjoyed the property either in the sunroom, on the patio or on the dock the whole week. Close to the sponge docks and restaurants/shops and boats. Groceries near by, along with a great produce stand. We enjoyed dinners on the patio almost every evening. The house was extremely clean, well equipped and the beds /bath comfortable. We enjoyed the local wildlife, seeing a great variety of birds ,dolphins and even a daily visit from a neighborhood cat. I loved my week in Tarpon Springs at this so much. I hope to return to this special place again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Dana, We are so glad it surpassed your expectations. Do come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

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

Amazing Property!

The property was exactly as represented in the VRBO listing. It was clean and well stocked with any item that you may need or had forgotten to bring. We enjoyed our stay and look forward to one day returning - 1 week was not enough time to enjoy this wonderful property and all the nearby activities. The property was conveniently located near any retail facilities that you may want to visit but not to close to the tourist crowds. The backyard dock on the Anclote River was absolutely wonderful. We spent a considerable amount of time decompressing from our daily routines just sitting on the dock soaking up nature. We saw dolphins, manatees, and countless birds. The twisted live oaks on the property were also amazingly beautiful. The only thing that could make this property better would be that my husband and I owned it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 November 2021
What can we say? It is a delight to have someone enjoy what we do when we spend time there! Come back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

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

Peaceful getaway, but close to everything

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay! The house is in a quiet neighborhood but is close to downtown Tarpon Springs, the Sponge Docks, restaurants, the grocery store, and Fred Howard Park. We especially enjoyed sitting out on the dock, nice breeze, seeing the boats go in and out, fishing, and watching various birds. We kayaked, rode bikes, laid in the hammock, and played cards at night out in the spacious sunroom. Everything was great, and we really appreciate Betsy and Scott sharing their home and having everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Olde Florida feel on Anclote River!

Excited to share our 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review of this idyllic home on the Anclote River in Tarpon Springs! We were looking for something “different” than the usual “beachfront” and came across this jewel! Think “Olde Florida” with live oak trees, lush tropical shrubs, and an inviting dock on a serene river! We had an absolute stellar week and loved the mixture of exploring the sponge docks and embracing the local Greek culture 🇬🇷 and restaurants! The food…Opa! So good! We also explored nearby Dunedin and their fun downtown shops, pier, and food. The interior of the home itself had a great “retro” vibe which brought back fond memories of growing up in Florida during the 60s and 70s! The laidback Florida room was the top spot for relaxation while enjoying the river view! Location is in a very nice and easily walkable neighborhood and also convenient to the sponge dock area and groceries, etc. The owners were great and super easy (and fast!) to communicate with. Our time “on the river” will be forever special to us and we will most definitely return as soon and as often as we can!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Home away from home

My husband and I have stayed here several times, and have thoroughly enjoyed every visit. Scott and Betsy are excellent hosts, and respond VERY quickly to any questions. Lots of things to do in Tarpon Springs and the nearby communities; there’s something for everyone. It’s also relaxing to just stay put and view the Anclote River from the dock (dolphins are regular visitors), or putter around with the kayaks.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Had a great stay rode bikes, kayaked, did the sponge tour, fished, and caught up with friends

Great time with friends in a nice home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

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

Tarpon Springs Getaway

This property was perfect for our visit. Very easy access. Wonderful waterfront. Amenities way beyond what you would expect in a vacation rental. Definitely hope to get back there sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaVaughn H.

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

Felt like home

Wonderful and well appointed. Very nice and well kept old school Florida home. It was like going back in time and visiting my aunt when I was young. Location was great.Very close to local beaches and shopping. Outdoor area was just so picturesque. Dock area was very nice and we caught some spectacular sunsets and a few fish. I would definitely recommend and would for sure go back. We had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles J.

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

Tarpon river house

Awesome house on the river - close to everything - very clean and has everything you need
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Scott and Betsy Taylor

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Scott is an airline pilot, Betsy an artist, who are happiest near the water. Life-long sailors who summered on sailboats in Maine, and a lake cottage in Southern Ontario, our home was inland in the Finger Lakes region of Western NY. We have recently moved to the Boston area, nearer to two grown children (and our grandchildren). Our 3 year old grandson loves fishing or lying on the dock to observe the dolphins hunting together, watch the crabs and lizards in the mangroves, or the eagle battle it out with the ospreys in aerial stunt flying.

Why they chose this property

After visiting the Tarpon Bayous and Anclote River and Key for years, friends found this sweet location and talked us into buying it to upgrade and share with them. Purchased from the family of the original home on 'Pioneer Point', we are in love with the setting and are continuing to improve the home. Because we use it as a second home it is outfitted as we need a home to be! The newest project is a dock rebuild with a ramp to a floating dock for kayak access. Shallow draft boats can tie up to the pilings.

What makes this property unique

A delightful water view from the house, and the dock is a favorite spot to gather for watching birds, dolphins, the local fishing fleet and the sunset. Direct access to the Gulf or in to the Sponge Docks in kayaks is a great activity with so much to see. Well around the bend in the road, it becomes a quiet, private neighborhood, safe from through-traffic, yet a fun bike ride or boat ride to the beaches. Kayak south to the Greek Sponge Docks for great food and entertainment, to the bayous, or north to Miss Vickie's to eat lunch on the water. Boat out the river to Anclote Key for serious beach and swim time.
When indoors, newly installed central Air super UV filtration system keeps the home allergen-free.

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