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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathrooms223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Islamorada HappyTarpon House:Private Heated Pool - Private Boat Dock- Family Fun

Happy Tarpon - the best of the Florida Keys and the best of Islamorada! Enjoy privacy in our beautifully renovated home in the heart of Islamorada. It is furnished for easy tropical living inside and out. Swim in the heated pool after a day on the water. Boating, fishing, lobstering, sailboarding, skindiving or canoeing. We have it all. Your boat is right next to the house in our deep-water boat dock. Enjoy a cold drink while you watch the sun set across the Florida Bay.
The boat dock holds up to a 28' foot boat in the deep water protected canal.
Happy Tarpon is a great place to be between fishing trips or water sports. There is direct access to the Back country and world-class flats fishing or a short run to the Ocean for world-class deep sea fishing.
The center-piece of our home is a heated private Pool directly outside of the living room and kitchen. There is a sunning deck/wading area built in the shallow end of the pool.
This home is Perfect for fishermen, kayakers and paddle boarders alike. Fishermen love it. Families love it.
Happy Tarpon has 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. A full-size laundry. And a fully equipted kitchen.
The marble floors, comfortable beds and tropical furniture make this home simply delightful easy living.
Islamorada, Village of Islands Rental License #24-0321
We have a fish cleaning station next to the dock with fresh water.
Happy Tarpon is centrally located to all that Islamorada has to offer: Walk 1/2 a block to the Lorelei Restaurant and Marina. We are also a walk or short drive to many other restaurants. We have the best shopping, dining, fishing, boating and scuba diving in the Florida Keys.
CONTACT OWNER FOR MORE INFORMATION

Keywords: Single-family home, Private Heated Pool, Private Boat Dock, Sunset views. On Florida Bay. Beautifully renovated two-story Islamorada house, free Wifi, cable TVs, Easy Access to Back Country Fishing and Ocean Fishing. Peaceful. Private Home. Manatee watching for the docks. Scuba Diving. Kayaking. Paddle Boarding. Snorkeling. Manatees. Fly Fishing. Off-shore fishing. Swimming. Sunbathing. Shopping. Guided Fishing. Bird Watching. Eco tourism. Wildlife viewing. Para sailing. Pier fishing. Wind surfing.

Property manager

Will Dornan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobes
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is 1 crib

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Happy Tarpon House Bay Boat Dock Fun Islamorada
Happy Tarpon House Bay Boat Dock Fun
Happy Tarpon Bay Boat Dock Fun Islamorada
Happy Tarpon Bay Boat Dock Fun
Happytarpon House private Private Boat Dock Family Fun
Islamorada Happytarpon private Private Boat Dock Family Fun
Happytarpon private Private Boat Dock Family Fun
Happy Tarpon House on the Bay Heated Pool Boat Dock Fun!

About the neighborhood

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Islamorada, FL

What's nearby

  • Islamorada Brewery & Distillery - 8 min walk
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 14 min walk
  • History of Diving Museum - 19 min walk
  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center - 4 min drive
  • Theater of the Sea - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Islamorada Fish Company - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Square Grouper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Green Turtle Inn - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Florida Keys Brewing Co. - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Islamorada HappyTarpon House:Private Heated Pool - Private Boat Dock- Family Fun have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Islamorada HappyTarpon House:Private Heated Pool - Private Boat Dock- Family Fun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Islamorada HappyTarpon House:Private Heated Pool - Private Boat Dock- Family Fun?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Islamorada HappyTarpon House:Private Heated Pool - Private Boat Dock- Family Fun?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Islamorada HappyTarpon House:Private Heated Pool - Private Boat Dock- Family Fun located?

Nestled on the beach, this Matecumbe vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Keys History & Discovery Center, Islamorada Brewery & Distillery, and Matecumbe United Methodist Church. Florida Keys Brewing Co. and MoradaWay Arts & Cultural District are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Islamorada HappyTarpon House:Private Heated Pool - Private Boat Dock- Family Fun Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal location on Islamorada
My husband and 2 adult children (18 & 22) stayed for a lovely week at the Happy Tarpon. We stayed previously in 2018 so we knew what to expect. Close to everything in Islamorada including terrific snorkeling and fishing spots as well as the sandbar, all a short boat ride away. Only thing that changed from our last visit was the master bedroom downstairs now has two twin beds instead of a king bed. Stairs are currently challenging for me so using the upstairs master wasn’t an option. All in all though a very nice week in the Florida Keys.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Late Winter Getaway
Had a wonderful week at the Happy Tarpon. The house was perfect for my wife, myself and another couple. We had plenty of room to spare. We particularly enjoyed the backyard and the beautiful pool area. We witnessed gorgeous sunsets from the Adirondack chairs almost every night. Enjoyed launching our rented kayaks and paddle boards from the property (would recommend water shoes for launch). Most days had a mom and two juvenile manatees visit the dock area. The house is in a great location. Lorelei restaurant is a short walk down the road and many other a great restaurants in the area are a short car or Uber ride away. Looking forward to our next trip to Islamorada and the Happy Tarpon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathryn u.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best week in islamorada
Happy tarpon was wonderful. The house was the perfect location to bike everywhere. It accommodated our family of 5 perfectly. Comfortable and clean. We enjoyed hanging by the pool and cooking meals at the house: Our boat was right there to come and go fishing, snorkeling and lobstering and bar/ restaurant hopping. Sunset was amazing from the house as well
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
My dad has been going to Islamorada with his family since the 60s. This is the first year we did not stay in our timeshares and it was so perfect, we might do it again next year! Happy Tarpon is a slice of paradise. The boat dock fit our 28' Grady White perfectly. We loved floating around in the pool and watching the magical sunsets from the comfort of our backyard. Ellen was wonderful with communication leading up to our stay and when we had a question on the first night. I cannot speak highly enough of our time at the Happy Tarpon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

matthew h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
Awesome vacation with the family! Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glendon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fishing Trip
Our family went down for fishing and had a great time. We would stay again. Great place, great location, and great owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house and location
This property was absolutely perfect. Great location with wonderful views of the Bay and sunsets. Unless you can train the Iguanas to mix margaritas and prepare Mahi tacos, don't change a thing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lindsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spot!
We had a wonderful stay at Happy Tarpon. It was the perfect location to walk or drive to any restaurants or activities in the area. We loved seeing all the marine life off the dock everyday, renting kayaks and exploring the canals, and swimming in the pool. It was the perfect balance of fun, activity and relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Tarpon
Absolutely loved the Happy Tarpon!! Can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter f., Paddock Lake

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic setting
Great location with very nice pool. Beautiful views of the bay and sunsets. Kitchen was very well equipped. We really liked walking to the Lorelei for breakfast and happy hour. Could not have been nicer. Definitely a place to return when the winters in Wisconsin get cold.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott P., Las Vegas, NV

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Location
Perfect place to be while staying on the Keys & especially Islamorada. Many fantastic options of places to eat & see amazing sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Tarpon
Always a pleasure staying at the Happy Tarpon :)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We had amazing time ☺️
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond & Debbi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time to relax
The property is beautiful and the house is very cozy. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location everything was as it should be. Very clean and had all items needed.
We had a fantastic time. The home had everything we needed. The dock for the boat was excellent great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris S., FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
We live in Florida and travel down to the keys a few times a year. You can’t beat the location in Islamorada and the house is perfect for a family. The sunsets are beautiful and the kids loved the pool at night. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Tarpon is wonderful
Everything was great, beautiful place and location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoila M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was excellent
We loved everything about this property! It is absolutely wonderful-the house is well appointed, clean, and spacious-but the star of the show is the pool area, dock, and the view!!

10/10 Excellent

kathy b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation trip
We had an amazing time at the Happy Tarpon. Ellen(the host) is awesome to work with. The house was clean, has a well stocked kitchen, and the beds are comfortable. We are already planning to return next year! Oh, I don’t want to forget to mention the BEAUTFUL sunsets from the dock and we were greeted daily by the manatees❤️
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

James S., Edina, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Tarpon Stay
Had a great spring break trip in Islamorada. The Happy Tarpon was exactly as described and it didn't disappoint. We are a pool family, so there were many hours spent in the pool or sunning near by. The communication with the owners was always timely and they were very friendly and easy to work with. Would highly recommend this spot to anyone looking to relax, see some spectacular views and be close to the local attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location in Islamorada
We had a wonderful week at the Happy Tarpon! The location is amazing with perfect sunset views and within walking distance of restaurants and other activities. Lorelei’s restaurant is very close and has good food and music. The house itself was everything we needed. We were a group of three couples and all three bedrooms were equally nice with beautiful views. We rented paddle boards from Backcountry Cowboy Outfitters and they delivered right to the house. We were visited by the manatees almost every day. The pool was perfect for relaxing and enjoying the views. I can’t say enough good things about the Happy Tarpon! We’d book this house again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail N., Madison, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property-perfect location
We wanted a get away that was fun, beautiful and safe during these crazy pandemic times. Being on the water with our own pool seemed like it would work. The property exceeded our expectations. Each room has an adjoining bathroom and a stunning view so the home is perfectly suited for sharing the space. It’s always hard when one couple gets a fabulous room and the others are lacking. The upstairs has its own little den area with a TV which we could see being used for games or videos away from the main living space. There was even a little office nook in that area where i set up my computer and could easily take a break from the sun and return some quick work emails. We visited a few of the outdoor dining spots but really enjoyed cooking at the property. The kitchen was well equipped. When we had trouble with the grill Ellen arranged for a replacement and thanked us for letting her know about the issue. We paddle boarded, kayaked, boated and read by the pool. We barely got in our car with everything so accessible. It was perfection and so needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

david l., Charleston

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it and loved the Manatees
Beutiful property!! everything was incredible and so easy from a boating perspective, right on the bay and easy access to the ocean. Enjoy the local pets ( Manatees ) they come by everyday to say hello
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Perfect Island Hideaway
Beautiful waterfront property with unobstructed views of the sunset. A well equipped home with caring owners, Happy Tarpon is a very comfortable rental for two couples, as we were. Close to great restaurants or simply lounge around the property and cook-out on the gas BBQ. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Amazing home with lots of space, the perfect pool and close to everything. Will come again!
It was literally perfect for our family of 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019