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Experience the Captain's Quarters. A Historic 1920 American Four Square.

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8186 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, Spongeoramas Sponge Factory
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tarpon Springs Aquarium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Experience the Captain's Quarters. A Historic 1920 American Four Square.

Enjoy the amazing history and attractions of beautiful Tarpon Springs. In this 100% meticulously renovated home located within 4 blocks of the world famous Sponge Docks. Walk to the Spring Bayou and look for a manatee or dolphins or check out all the antique stores and fantastic restaurants on Main Street. Drive less than 3 miles to the quiet beach at Fred Howard park or take a scenic 17 mile drive to the best beach in America, Clearwater Beach! Golf is readily available and close by with Innisbrook's Copperhead course or discover the hidden gem of World Woods and all it's remote privacy.
This vacation home's walkable location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Shrine of Saint Michael Taxiarchis. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Shrine of Saint Michael Taxiarchis and 5 minutes by foot from Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: We love pets, but this is non-negotiable.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Experience the Captain's Quarters. A Historic 1920 American Four Square. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, nice location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was above excellent. Everything was fresh and clean. The hosts were more than accommodating. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 5th year at this beautiful home. We appreciate the fully equipped kitchen, location to the Sponge Docks and Tarpon Avenue. We especially enjoyed hanging out on the porch. Lisa and John are very responsive and great hosts. Highly recommend!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jilda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went smooth as clockwork, the home was lovely and well appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a very beautiful home well kept and well cleaned we really enjoyed it and we’ll be staying there again if we can in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house. Clean, comfortable, and decorated for the holidays!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for a girlfriend weekend, was very spacious and beautifully decorated, it exceeded our expectations !!! Would definitely return if in the area again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in a great location and a very comfortable house for three couples. Staying at the captains quarters.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is a rental, but feels like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house, great front porch, excellent location for walking to sponge docks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Mlk weekend getaway

We really loved the location and how clean and nicely decorated the home was.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great, drove 30 minutes to help us with the tv that only needed rebooting. The house was clean and very practical and we enjoyed so much. We would highly recommend staying at this beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Fabulous property!!

We had a quick stay but it was absolutely beautiful and the property was perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully stocked, clean and centrally located. The outside grounds were beautiful. This is an excellent property with everything you need. Super easy check in/out and friendly communication. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

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

Loved the Captain's Quarters in Tarpon Springs

Located close to the sponge docks, downtown Tarpon Springs and the bike trail.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison F.

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

Beautiful home!

This house was wonderful! Beautiful decor, clean, walking distance to the sponge docks. We had a great time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jutta S.

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

Relaxing stay near the Sponge Docks

We had a lovely and relaxing stay in this fully renowned period home. Very enjoyable, great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George F.

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

Beautiful house, gracious hosts.

A beautifully renovated property. John and Lisa are gracious hosts. We would not hesitate to stay again in the Captain’s Quarters.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

March getaway

Top notch house and great location for exploring Tarpon Springs and surrounding beaches!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

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

Cool house

Nice clean place to stay. Plenty of bars, restaurants and shops with in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann C.

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

Beautiful 1920 Captain's house

My husband along with our grandchildren had a very enjoyable time staying in this beautiful home.The home is in walking distance to the sponge docks and great restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

2nd time visiting

Great place to stay! No complaints! Love the area!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susi J.

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

Great location

Nice house. Quick walk to the restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi G.

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

Excellent home

We travel a lot and this is one of the nicest places I've stayed at. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james z.

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

Beautiful!

Great stay in a beautiful home. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023