See all properties
Entire home

Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool.

Family-friendly stay near Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool.

A beach with a wooden bench, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A bedroom with a bed, a mirror, a door, and a painting on the wall.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a large island.
A spacious living room with a sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a large window.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
Tarpon Springs, FL
  • Place, Sunset Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Fred Howard Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitcomb Bayou
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

You may also like

Ad
Exterior

Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

Clearwater Beach
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 2,784 reviews
The price is CA $270
CA $361 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

About the area

Tarpon Springs

Seaside stay .Stay at this Tarpon Springs vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sunset Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Fred Howard Park. Whitcomb Bayou and Shrine of Saint Michael Taxiarchis are also within 3 miles (5 km).
View more Vacation homes in St. Petersburg - ClearwaterOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Sunset Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fred Howard Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Whitcomb Bayou - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 43 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 51 min drive - 62.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hellas Greek Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Bellies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's Neighborhood Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Anclote Brew - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dimitri's On The Water - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool.

When enjoying your stay at Sunset Getaway, the whole family can walk or ride our bikes to the end of the block and you're at Sunset Beach Park.  Sunset Beach rest on the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.  

Or just relax the day away, when you lay by the pool or have a cool drink under the palm tree.  There's plenty of beach/pools toys and the whole family can join in a bean bag toss and pool volleyball.  

Rather stretch out and see the countryside?  Take our bikes and visit the riding trails and beaches at nearby Howard park (1.5 miles away) or ride to our world famous Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks about 3.5 miles away and enjoy a piece of history and the local culture.

You are 25 miles from Tampa International Airport, 90 minutes to the theme parks in Orlando, 45 minutes from Busch Gardens and only 28 minutes from the beautiful Clearwater Beaches. For golf lovers, the world famous Innisbrook Golf Course is only about 2.5 miles away.

Similar properties

6 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Innisbrook Resort
Palm Harbor
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 1,009 reviews
The price is CA $201
CA $300 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Innisbrook Resort

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

All guests are required to sign Sunset-Getaway Rental Agreement. The person that books the reservation must be verified and be staying there.
The person that books the reservation must be 28 years old or older. All guest must be listed on guest roster, including children.
A copy of the drivers license of person that books may be required.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.

Property is also known as

Private_vacation_home
Welcome To Sunset Getaway
Sunset Getaway Relax Relax Relax
Welcome to Sunset Beach Getaway Tarpon Springs
Welcome to Sunset Beach Getaway Private vacation home
orp5b48504x

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool. to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.8 mi (30-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool. to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Sunset Beach and 18.9 mi (39-min drive) from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but SunCruz Port Richey Casino (18-min drive) and Tampa Bay Downs (24-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool. have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool. to downtown Tarpon Springs?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Tarpon Springs.

Best Family Vacation at the Beach or the Pool. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host made everything so easy for us! From check in to check out, every detail was thought about! We loved our stay and look forward to being back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry T.

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

Great for a family get away. Close to everything and I. A quiet location.

We look forward to a return visit and will rent this home again Looking forward to the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abe M.

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

Great Spring Getaway

Comfortable house, great pool space, and a great area. Highly recommend Sponge Docks and Howard Park Beach.Would be happy to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Beautiful Property- Great Host & Family Vacation

This was the second time we stayed at this property and we enjoyed it just as much as the first. Steve is a very accommodating host and the property is extremely well kept. Looking forward to returning again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramiro V.

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

Beautiful spot

Steve's beautiful home warmly welcomed us with all the facilities and amenities you need to enjoy warm days at the nearby beaches and magical Tarpon Springs.We will return whenever possible.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is a 20, on a scale of 1-10! It is head and shoulders over every prior property that I have rented on VRBO. It is clean, very well provisioned and located in a nice, safe area. There are very good restaurants and pubs close by and downtown Tarpon Springs is beautiful. The property manager was responsive and helpfull, from our engagement to checkout. Our group visited the area for our annual Spring Training Baseball trip, and we could not have picked a better location. Returning home from the ball park to a clean, sun drenched and refreshing pool was the cherry on top. The local beaches are also great, particularly the state park.Thank you Steve and Co.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Best vacation ever

The property was awsome. it had everything we needed and more. It was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spencer W.

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

Beautiful House

Pool was nice and we really enjoyed the bikes
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krisha R.

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

Beautiful house

This property was perfect!! The cleanliness, location, pool, and everything you need to enjoy a day on the beach. I hope to make it back to the house again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Family Vacation

Incredible experience in every possible way. Close to everything with plenty to do. House was perfect and the pool area was the hands down perfect oasis.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

Relax at the Beach

We enjoyed a week here. We walked to the Beach when we wanted, mostly stayed by the pool. Great neighborhood, enjoyed evening walks, 5 minutes from downtown. Will definitely be back. Steve was great to deal with, very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Beautiful house

Steve was very responsive to any needs we had. The property was beautiful, very clean, and a great location close to beaches and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Great neighborhood!

We loved our stay! The house was so nice. The pool area had everything you could need. It was like being at a resort. The neighborhood was very walkable. Would definitely come back
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Great vacation

Everything was as advertised, house was clean, location was perfect for beaches and the heated pool was well used. Owners were very responsive and generous. It felt like home! We would definitely come back
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn P.

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

Softball tournament

Property was great, Steve was responsive. Had a TON more of the disposables (paper towels, dishwasher detergent, toilet paper) than any other place we’ve stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dbabb 1.

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

I'd give 6 stars if I could

So, this is one of the best vacation experiences on record for us. We take more than our fair share of vacations and this house is one of the top we've ever stayed at. Steve was amazing, the home is beautiful and everything was better than advertised. I would HIGHLY recommend and can't wait to come back!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

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

Awesome house and pool!

We have stayed at lots of homes and this one was hands down the most clean and well stocked. Very relaxing out by the pool and beautiful. Nice neighborhood and great location. Tarpon Springs is a nice town with lots of options for great food and fun. Pack your bags and rent this home, you won't be disappointed. Thank you for all the extras, you are great hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana M.

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

An absolutely perfect stay!

We had the most wonderful experience. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that they had thought of every little detail to make our stay comfortable and stress-free. The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed (and more). The pool was a total highlight—private and perfect for relaxing after a day out. The location couldn’t have been better. It’s rare to find a place that checks every box, but this one truly did. Thank you Steve and Joyce, for your hospitality and for creating such a perfect getaway spot. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

This is the ONE you’ve been searching for!

This house has it ALL! We all said “Wow!”when we walked in the door. This house is SO clean and the pool and beach accessories were perfect. No detail was left undone- from well stocked kitchen, plenty of towels to bicycles and games for the family. Thanks for contributing to such a memorable family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jewel C.

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

What a fabulous vacation!!

We love Steve and Joyce!! They are amazing hosts… They had all the amenities you could think of available at the house!!! The house is well laid out… Completely modernized… and What a fabulous pool!!! The house is located a block and a half from Sunset Beach… And spent many evenings watching the sunset!!We vacationed for three weeks… Did lots of cycling, dog walks, hiking in local parks and ate lots of Greek food!! And… We already booked next year!!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Wonderful vacation

This is a beautiful beach home near the beach. My family of four had a wonderful time here. The kids loved the pool and all the bikes and toys already there for us. We used the provided kayak at the sunset beach 5min walk down the road. The host was responsive and professional. We went to Lego land that was just over an hour away and went to Tampa/St. Petersburg. Thank you! A++++ We will return again 100%
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob F.

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

I get to be the first!

This house is gorgeous! It looks just as good if not better than the pictures. Super comfortable bed, soft towels, plenty of pillows, decorated perfectly, open and spacious, and very well stocked. Even smoked my first turkey on Thanksgiving in their smoker and it turned out so delicious I bought my own smoker when I got home. My wife was ready to move in permanently. Well done.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

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

Really Nice Place!

The house was actually nicer in person than the pictures! Open concept from kitchen to dining room to living room. Home was in pristine condition! Beds were comfortable and everyone had their own space. Unfortunately, the pool wasn't completed when we got there, but the owner certainly made up for it. Would recommend for family of four as parents were on one side of the house and kids on the other! Great set up! The location was great to get to the beach at the end of the main street. Area was nice to bike ride around and there were many board games and things to do in the garage for guests. Top notch place!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam A.

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

All our family needed to escape the cold

We planned this the week before to escape sub zero temperatures at home with our school age kids. Temps were around 80. We mostly walked to Sunset Park and enjoyed the beach. Everything we needed was there -chairs, umbrella, coolers, even beach bags. We also enjoyed Howard Park and spent a day at Busch Gardens. Everything is at least as nice or nicer than the pictures look. The owners made sure we had child life vests like we asked about. The kitchen and grill worked out great. Comfortable bedding. Plenty of towels. We played the games in a closet. The pool would be even more awesome. We already are thinking about how we can come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Tisha B.

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

Nice place

The home is very nice and well-stocked for all needs. Master BR is last room to get ac so it’s quite uncomfortable. We had to use fans to survive the heat. Owner had a portable ac delivered, but no way to hook it up properly in the window, so it was useless. They have a very generous restaurant gift card for the inconvenience which was appreciated. The area is okay. It’s a bay, not the ocean. I should have examined the map more closely. We would have stayed in Clearwater or further south had we realized.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity