Title: Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=71638451&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly Vacation home in Big Pine Key with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly ![Property grounds - Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly (Big Pine Key)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/017a733e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly (Big Pine Key)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/f689bf4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices - Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly (Big Pine Key)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/9cc47cf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly (Big Pine Key)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/5ca844cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices - Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly (Big Pine Key)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71640000/71638500/71638451/8935a109.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61306 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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 | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly Summary: Pet-friendly home with fantastic boating access on Big Pine Key The Space: 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 - Onsite parking options include a garage ### 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 - Shower ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,306 square feet ## Similar properties ![King Room - Impala Building (Self Check-in)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106650000/106648400/106648364/ff747a25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kasa La Flora and Impala Miami Beach South Beach - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.2 Very good 581 reviews CA $93 CA $145 total includes taxes & fees Dec 21 - Dec 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=106648364&PinnedHotelID=106648364&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104580000/104577700/104577649/dc2b1c0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kasa Collins Park Miami Beach Convention Center South Beach - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 166 reviews CA $117 CA $251 total includes taxes & fees Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=104577649&PinnedHotelID=104577649&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109357400/109357308/a9f21e8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2-bedroom 2- bath home located in the middle of The Key Deer Refuge. 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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 68f7aabfd3862100131e7358 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 - Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve \- 11 min walk \- 0.9 km - 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 - Florida Keys Beaches \- 7 min drive \- 6.7 km #### Getting around - Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Boondock's Grille & Drafthouse - ‬8 min drive - ‪No Name Pub - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kiki's Sandbar - ‬6 min drive - ‪Forks & Stix - ‬3 min drive - ‪5 Brothers Two - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly? ### What time is check-out at Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly? ### Where is Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tarpon Tales | Fantastic boating, pet-friendly Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 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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