Title: Tarpon Tales | Pet-friendly home with fantastic boating access on Big Pine Key - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tarpon Tales | Pet-friendly home with fantastic boating access on Big Pine Key Vacation home in Big Pine Key with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/8bfcb5b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/77589806.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/c5ad0db8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/22495797.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/c74c8769.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in a serene canalfront setting, this 2 bedroom home is an angler's haven. With plenty of outdoor living space and dockage, you can unwind by the water or reel in your next catch just minutes from the channel. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tarpon Tales | Pet-friendly home with fantastic boating access on Big Pine Key An angler's dream! Comfy 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom home on a large and lush canalfront property just minutes from the channel. Lots of relaxing outdoor living space. Fully fenced and very private. Close to the community park. Fully outfitted kitchen. Each bedroom has a king bed. Plenty of dockage. Excellent fishing retreat, just minutes from the channel. Well-behaved dogs (max 2) considered with manager's prior approval and $250/per dog nonrefundable fee. This home requires a minimum 28-day stay per county ordinance. Proper county and state taxes are collected regardless of booking platform. Renter must be 25 or older. Overnight occupancy is limited to a maximum of 4 people, and all guests need to be registered with the property manager. No smoking. There's a cap on electric ($250) and water/sewer ($150). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114130000/114121700/114121684/9892305e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming canal-front retreat private Pool, AC, Wi-Fi, washer/dryer Big Pine Key - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=114121684&PinnedHotelID=114121684&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83920000/83913700/83913682/7a4376aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake It Easy: Relax in This Beautiful 3BR Canal Front Home on Summerland Key, Dockage & Dog-Friendly Summerland Key - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=83913682&PinnedHotelID=83913682&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87810000/87802200/87802108/e82c1ea7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lookout On Long Beach: Discover Serenity at Your Private Waterfront Sanctuary, Amazing Sunset Views! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 2 bedroom accommodation in Big Pine Key Big Pine Key 8a0b6913-6868-42a3-96b0-7c15e5a0f41b 2 bedroom accommodation in Big Pine Key Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C24.67824%2C-81.34875&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FQ6EfXhOozWs8xo_MW7ACNJF3WA=) Big Pine Key, FL #### What's nearby - National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Key West Visitors Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Big Pine Key Flea Market - 3 min drive - 2.0 km - Calusa Beach - 13 min drive - 12.3 km - Bahia Honda State Park - 14 min drive - 13.9 km #### Getting around - Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kiki's Sandbar - ‬6 min drive - ‪No Name Pub - ‬5 min drive - ‪Boondock's Grille & Drafthouse - ‬8 min drive - ‪5 Brothers Two - ‬8 min drive - ‪Boardwalk Bar And Grill - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tarpon Tales | Pet-friendly home with fantastic boating access on Big Pine Key pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tarpon Tales | Pet-friendly home with fantastic boating access on Big Pine Key? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tarpon Tales | Pet-friendly home with fantastic boating access on Big Pine Key? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Tarpon Tales | Pet-friendly home with fantastic boating access on Big Pine Key located? > Located in Whispering Pines, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve and National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center. Big Pine Key Flea Market and Key West Visitors Center are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tarpon Tales | Pet-friendly home with fantastic boating access on Big Pine Key Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela S. Nov 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable home The home was perfect for a boating vacation on Big Pine Key. Well appointed kitchen, comfortable furniture and quiet neighborhood. ##### Angela S. 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