Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Shrine of Saint Michael Taxiarchis and Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. St Nicholas Boat Line and Sponge Exchange are also within half a mile (1 km).
Shrine of Saint Michael Taxiarchis - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Tarpon Springs Aquarium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Safford House Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Hellas Greek Restaurant - 5 min walk
Rusty Bellies - 7 min walk
Mr. Souvlaki - 4 min walk
Anclote Brew - 4 min walk
Outside BBQ and Bar - 5 min walk
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.
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Experience the Captain's Quarters. A Historic 1920 American Four Square. Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 106 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Margaret S.
Mar 29, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The hose worked very well including AC and kitchen
Margaret S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
Mar 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Susan S.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Julie P.
Feb 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, nice location!
Julie P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jessica Y.
Feb 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was above excellent. Everything was fresh and clean. The hosts were more than accommodating. We had a lovely stay!
Jessica Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jilda L., North Central KY, USA
Feb 4, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything went smooth as clockwork, the home was lovely and well appointed.
Jilda L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Denise I.
Jan 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The house is a rental, but feels like home.
Denise I.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Scott D.
Dec 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The cleanliness, Christmas decorations and charm. The master bed was very comfortable and the rooms were all very quaint. The location was ideal and the neighborhood was very quiet and friendly. Our son loved to fish off the dock and our daughters enjoyed all the shops! Only complaint is poor water pressure in shower and the tub is very small and drain opens when using it. Otherwise, fantastic home! Thank you!
Scott D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barbara w.
Dec 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house. Clean, comfortable, and decorated for the holidays!
Barbara w.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
stephen f.
Nov 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
stephen f.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Greg W., canandaigua ny
Nov 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Greg W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin F.
Oct 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Kevin F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barbara W.
Sep 20, 2025
Barbara W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol W.
Aug 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was in a great location and a very comfortable house for three couples. Staying at the captains quarters.
Carol W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert W.
Aug 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Robert W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stacey D.
Jul 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house, great front porch, excellent location for walking to sponge docks.
Stacey D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
George F.
Jul 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
George F.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jim W., Pensacola, FL
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Home, Located in the Heartbeat of Tarpon Springs
We were looking for a short getaway to meet up with Friends from Punta Gorda and landed at Tarpon Springs. While we had been through the area many times by boat hadn’t stayed on land. When searching for a home this one stood out, we found the home better than the pictures used to illustrate it. There was ample brochures and menus to use to help guide decisions, coffee (pods and grounds) to the day started with and a “Florida Wraparound porch” with rockers to enjoy each cup and conversation! AC worked great, the high ceilings and ceiling fans added to the era when the home was originally built! If you can book it, you will be a hero for your party, it won’t disappoint.One added bonus is the follow-up of the host John & Lisa to be sure your expectations are met!
Jim W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary Ann C.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Mary Ann C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim M., Bell, Florida
May 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fit for a Captain!
We had a lovely three night stay at the Captain’s Quarters. The house is exactly as pictured. It is immaculate. Beautifully decorated. A kitchen full of cookware that we honestly didn’t touch. There was so much good food nearby we weren’t tempted to cook. Plenty of towels. Comfortable beds. Really everything you could ask for, including very gracious, responsive hosts. Thank you Lisa and John, for a very pleasant stay.
Kim M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
Mar 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Another great time in Beautiful home & perfect location
This was our 4th year in this beautiful home that’s close to everything: Sponge Docks, Spring Bayou, Bike trails,Tarpon Ave shops & restaurant. Hosts are very responsive and great communicators. This is our home away from home every March & we can’t wait to return!
Susan S.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Val F.
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Val F.
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katherine L.
Dec 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Katherine L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brad H.
Dec 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the Captain's Quarters in Tarpon Springs
Located close to the sponge docks, downtown Tarpon Springs and the bike trail.
Brad H.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kyle C.
Sep 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cool house
Nice clean place to stay. Plenty of bars, restaurants and shops with in walking distance.
Kyle C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allison F., Tampa, FL USA
Aug 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!
This house was wonderful! Beautiful decor, clean, walking distance to the sponge docks. We had a great time here!