We at Florida Sun Vacation Rentals are excited to offer you Dolphin Cove Villa. STUNNING WATERFRONT PARADISE! Hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, plush carpeting and a sparkling grotto pool awaits you. This expansive home sits on the Anclote River a calm inlet with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Dolphins, Manatees, Birds and Fish swim and play just off the dock at this impeccably manicured sanctuary. Exquisite furniture and beautiful artwork decorate the many gathering spaces. You will truly feel as though you are living a dream while staying here. LOCATION: Tarpon Springs, Florida Central West, Florida ACCOMMODATIONS: 4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom + Detached "Man Cave" Bar and Game Room. FREE FLORIDA SUNSHINE! LOCATED JUST MINUTES FROM THE WHITE SAND BEACHES OF FRED HOWARD PARK! COMPLIMENTARY USE OF TWO SINGLE AND ONE DOUBLE KAYAK ALONG WITH ASSORTED BICYCLES!!! DOLPHIN COVE VILLA is a destination in itself, conveniently located just MINUTES FROM THE WORLD FAMOUS TARPON SPRINGS SPONGE DOCKS. The home is located a few minutes from Downtown Tarpon Springs, an historic community filled with Greek culture, shops, delicious food, and fun filled events throughout the year. The fully equipped GRANITE KITCHEN has a center island cooking stove, granite counter tops, sub zero fridge and spectacular custom cabinetry. A barbecue and comfortable patio furniture at the pool side FLORIDA ROOM offer more dining and entertainment choices. The kitchen is stocked with all the necessitates for making fantastic meals. The MAIN FLOOR BATHROOM is conveniently located just off the glass table BREAKFAST DINING AREA. The GRAND STAIRCASE leads to the upper floor sleeping quarters, balconies, and bathrooms. The GREAT ROOM has plush furniture, state of the art custom cabinetry entertainment center with built in Flat Screen HDTV. The romantic MASTER RETREAT has its own balcony overlooking the grotto pool, landscape grounds and the water way beyond. It's plush, deep carpet feels great on tired feet. It has a king sized bed, a chaise lounge and club chairs. There are his and hers walk in closets for storing your personal belongings. The large master bathroom is tastefully decorated with custom cabinetry, colorful paint scheme, detailed tile work, and two person shower. The SECOND MASTER RETREAT also has its own balcony for watching the sponge ships go by and enjoying sunsets on the water. Bedside seating choices complement the room for your relaxation. The private bathroom has a wonderfully tiled stand up shower. The WEST ROOM (west bedroom) has two queen beds and large closets. The EAST ROOM (east bedroom) looks over the front grounds, and has two queen beds. The huge DINING ROOM is on the first level and just down the way from the kitchen and has seating for up to 8. The room boasts a Mediterranean feel and opulent grandeur. Beside the grand entry sits the FORMAL SEATING ROOM for reminiscing among friends and family. Contemporary art work adorns the walls adding a colorful and elegant appeal. The detached "MAN CAVE" BAR AND GAME ROOM is the place to be for a game of pool, and family fun. Special Note: Man Cave is a detached structure and a non air conditioned space. Grotto Pool is an out door pool and does not have safety fence or bird cage netting. The pool side Florida Room is a non air conditioned space as is common in Florida. Please plan your trip accordingly. Special Note: Pool is heated (in accordance with #24 of the home rules published on this site and in your rental agreement) during winter in an attempt to maintain 80-85 degrees, however, pool temps will fluctuate during winter depending on strength and frequency of cold fronts. We do not guarantee any temperature at any time. In winter time, supplemental heating is available for $250.00 per week which involves running the pump and heater for up to 16 hours per day as opposed to the normal 10. We cannot guarantee what temperature will be achieved as it is dependent on the outside temperature. Similarly, pool will often reach over 90 degrees in summer naturally. Guests should consider the forecast in their decision both prior to arrival and during your stay. On occasion during winter this pool may not be comfortable for swimming due to its large size. Please contact us to request supplemental heating. UPPER PORTION OF POOL DOES NOT FUNCTION AS A HOT TUB. Contact us with any questions or clarifications. Special Note: This property has a maximum guest count of 8 at any time on the property. On a case by case basis we will consider up to ten with a surcharge. Loud music and noise, parties or events are strictly prohibited. Quiet hours after 10 PM. Please plan your trip accordingly and contact us with any questions or clarifications. The Washer and Dryer are just off the kitchen. Ironing board, hair dryer, beach towels and pool toys are provided. Parking: There is outside parking that will accommodate up to 4 cars. FREE WIFI. WATER FUN!! Kids will entertain themselves for hours fishing right off the dock!! We provide kayaks for enjoying the water way and bicycles for exploring the area. In addition, you are conveniently located to many famous attractions on the Gulf Coast of Florida. It is minutes to no less than eight world-class beaches including Clearwater Beach, Honeymoon Island, and Caladesi Island rated one of the top 10 beaches in America. Nearby year around attractions such as Innisbrook Golf Club, Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks and Busch Gardens Theme Parks are popular destinations. Truly a wonderful place to stay, play, and simply relax! Conveniently located near Tampa International and St. Petersburg-Clearwater Airports Deposit, Payment and Cancellation Policy: A NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $250.00 applied towards the balance is due when a guest wishes to book a property. The balance is due by check 61 days prior to the stay. The entire balance is due if booked within 60 days of arrival. All monies paid to date are non-refundable if reservation is cancelled within 60 days of the stay. NO EXCEPTIONS. For reservations after May 29, 2020, we are not offering credits or refunds due to COVID 19. The COVID 19 situation is a foreseeable event and the risk of travel is known by the traveler at time of booking. We offer at time of booking, and encourage travelers to purchase, travel insurance by CSA Generali which covers trip cancellation subject to the plan description of coverage. There are many other providers whom you can choose to buy from directly. If a guest wishes to pay the balance by credit card a 3% processing fee will be added to the total owed.