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Property Description

Beautiful Villa in Tarpon Springs. Tarpon Springs Windrush is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit located in Tarpon Springs. It sleeps 4 people and has a queen-size bed in the master bedroom. The guest bedroom has a queen-size bed. The villa is fully equipped and offers a covered patio where you can relax, read a book, or just enjoy the fresh air. The property also has a large hot tub and heated pool. Tarpon Springs Windrush is located less than one mile from Howard Park Beach, and less than half a miles from Sunset Beach in Tarpon Springs. You can find all the grocery stores and restaurants within a few miles of US19. You will have a great time exploring the area and relaxing. You can catch the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Football Spring Training in Dunedin, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Football at Tampa, Golf At Innisbrook, Tampa Rays Baseball, Lightning Hockey in Tampa, and Rays Baseball in St Petersburg depending on the season. You are only a short drive from Disney Parks and one hour from Busch Gardens, Zoo Tampa, and Adventure Island. Around 1876, farmers and fishermen settled the region with a series of bayous that feed into the Gulf of Mexico. Tarpon leaping out of the water was something that some of the new arrivals spotted, so Tarpon Springs was named. According to legend, the name was created when a settler stood on the Bayou shore and saw fish leaping out of the water. For the most part, however, the fish that were seen splashing here were mullet, not tarpon. Hamilton Disston, the man who had bought the land that is now Tarpon Springs in 1881, ordered the creation a town plan. Tarpon Springs was incorporated in Pinellas County on February 12, 1887. The Orange Belt Railway, which was the first railroad to be built in Pinellas County, arrived in Tarpon Springs less than a year later, on January 13, 1888. The area was developed during this time as a wintering place for wealthy northerners. Dodecanese Avenue is part of the Greektown Historic District in Tarpon Springs and is the city's main tourist destination. The street runs from Pinellas Avenue to the Anclote River. Many restaurants offer fresh seafood and traditional Greek cuisine. Nearby beaches are part of the Pinellas County park system and are popular for water sports. The waves and storms can cause sandy barrier islands near shore to shift their positions. These islands can be accessed by boat and are ideal for shell-spotting and watching bottlenose Dolphins at play. Anclote Key is a State Park Preserve that includes a lighthouse, bird nesting colonies, and pristine beaches. The Tarpon Springs Heritage Museum, Craig Park, has a permanent exhibit about the history and culture the Greek Community. The Cultural Center, 101 W. Pinellas Avenue, has a rotating list of exhibits about regional and local traditional culture. Parkin Court's Safford House Museum is a museum that tells the fascinating history of one of the city’s early families. The Depot Museum, Tarpon Avenue, provides a brief overview of Tarpon Springs' history. Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, a 300-seat theatre, is located in historic City Hall, 324 Pine Street. It operates year-round and brings a variety of nationally touring artists, musicians, and dancers. as well as a variety community theatre plays featuring local actors, directors, and performers. Tarpon Springs is well-known for its elaborate religious ceremonies, which are hosted by the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral. This cathedral is part of the Greek Orthodox Church. It also hosts the Epiphany celebration, which includes youths diving for the cross and blessing the waters and boats. It is easy to understand why the first Greek immigrants were dependent on the sea and their boats to survive. Their attachment to a religious service that sought divine protection for what was once a dangerous job can be explained. The celebration draws Greek Americans from all over the country. It is also known that the city's population triples in size on this day. The blessings are usually presided over by the Metropolitan of Atlanta, sometimes with the Archbishopof America. The blessings end with the ceremonial placing of a wooden cross in the city's Spring Bayou. Boys aged 16-18 dive in to retrieve the cross: the person who recovers it is blessed for a whole year.

Activities and Special Interests

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Amenities

Accomodations
Wifi

Amenities
Smoke Detector, Towels, Towels Provided, TV, Washer, Air Conditioning, Bed Linens, Cable, Dryer, Essentials, Free Wifi, Hangers, Heating, Internet, Internet Access, Iron, Ironing Board, Keypad, Linens Provided, Linens, Living Room, Parking, Private Entrance

Attractions
Bay, Botanical Garden, Churches, Cinemas, Health Beauty Spa, Library, Live Theater, Marina, Museums, Playground, Rec Center, Restaurants, Synagogues, Theme Parks, Water Parks, Winery Tours, Zoo

Car
Car Recommended

Cleanliness
24Hr Check-In, All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC, Cleaning Disinfection, Enhanced Cleaning Practices, High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant, Self Check In / Check Out

Entertainment
Laptop Friendly, Satellite or Cable TV, Television
Family Friendly Amenities
Bathtub

Kitchen and Dining
Blender, Coffee Maker, Cooking Basics, Dining Area, Dining Room, Dishes/Utensils, Freezer, Fridge, Kitchen, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster

Leisure
Antiquing, Beachcombing, Bird Watching, Boating, Bowling, Eco Tourism, Gambling, Horse Riding Nearby, Miniature Golf, Outlet Shopping, Paddle Boating, Photography, Scenic Drives, Shopping, Shuffleboard, Sight Seeing, Walking, Wildlife Viewing

Local City Features
Park Nearby, ATM Bank, Babysitting, Groceries, Laundromat, Medical Services, Waterfront
Location Types
Beach or Lakeside Relaxation, City Getaway, Near Ocean, Town

Outdoor
Patio, Patio or Balcony, Terrace, Veranda

Pool/Spa
Communal Pool, Heated Outdoor Pool Shared, Heated Pool, Jacuzzi

Sports and Adventure
Shelling, Basketball Court, Cycling, Deepsea Fishing, Fishing, Fishing - Bay, Fishing Nearby, Golf Course within 30 minute drive, Indoor Rock Climbing, Jet Skiing, Kayaking, Parasailing, Pier Fishing, Raquetball, Roller Blading, Sailing, Scuba or Snorkeling, Snorkeling, Swimming, Tennis Courts Nearby, Watersports Nearby, Wind Surfing

Suitability
Air Conditioning, Ceiling fans, Central heating, Children Welcome, Hot Water, Long Term Stays Allowed, Minimum Age Limit, Private Living Room, Single Level Home, Smoking Not Allowed

Themes
Away From It All, Budget, Sports Activities, Tourist Attractions