Cardinal Cove
The Cardinal Cove | Spacious Palm Harbor Retreat
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🏡 Welcome to Your Ultimate Two-Story Family Retreat ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Discover comfort, space, and entertainment in this beautifully designed two-story private home, offering everything you need for a relaxing and memorable stay. With 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and two complete living quarters (one on each floor), this home is ideal for groups who want both togetherness and privacy under one roof.
🏖 Beach-Hopper’s Paradise – Minutes from Gulf Coast Gems
Your stay puts you right in the heart of Florida’s sparkling Gulf Coast! Here's what’s just a short drive away:
✨ Must-Visit Places Nearby
🌅 Sunset Beach ~ 2.5 miles 📍 — 5 min drive
🏖️ Clearwater Beach ~ 12 miles 📍 — 25 min drive
🌴 Fred Howard Park Beach ~ 6 miles 📍 — 12–14 min drive
🌊 Honeymoon Island ~ 7 miles 📍 — 10 min drive
🏞️ Wall Springs Park ~ 4 miles 📍 — 7–9 min drive
🛝 Anderson Park (Tarpon Springs) ~ 6 miles 📍 — 10–12 min drive
🛥 Caladesi Island – 25 min (via ferry)
⛵ Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks ~ 5 miles 📍 — 9–12 min drive
🖼️ Palm Harbor Museum ~ 3 miles 📍 — 6–8 min drive
🛍️ Downtown Dunedin ~ 8 miles 📍 — 15 min drive
✈️ Nearest Airport
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) ~ 15 miles 📍 — 20 min drive
Tampa International Airport (TPA) (for additional flight options) ~ 19 miles 📍 — 25–30 min drive
🛋️ TWO LIVING AREAS – SPREAD OUT & RELAX
Each floor of the home boasts its own inviting living area, thoughtfully furnished for maximum comfort. On the main floor, you'll find a large, open-concept living room with plush seating, a flat-screen TV, and classic decor. Upstairs, the second living space offers an equally cozy setup—perfect for relaxing with a movie, reading a book, or catching up with family and friends. Both living rooms are perfect for larger groups who want to enjoy separate hangout areas.
*The second living space conveniently includes a laundry area for added functionality.
🍽️ TWO FULL KITCHENS
This home features two full kitchens, one on each floor, making it ideal for multiple families or groups traveling together. Both kitchens come fully equipped with basic kitchen supplies.
🍴 TWO DINING AREAS + CONVERTIBLE GAME ROOM
Enjoy meals together at either of the two spacious dining areas, one on each level. But there's a twist! One of the dining areas features a convertible dining table that transforms into a pool table or a ping pong table (8-foot slate pool table with premium Simonis felt), offering a fun and unique way to turn dinner into game night. It’s the perfect bonus for both kids and adults!
🛏️ 4 BEDROOMS – COMFORTABLY SLEEPS MULTIPLE GUESTS
Each bedroom has been designed with rest in mind. You’ll find:
Bedroom 1: Master bedroom with a king bed and en-suite bathroom
Bedroom 2: 1 King size bed with cozy bedding
Bedroom 3: Features two sturdy bunk beds, each thoughtfully designed with an additional trundle bed tucked neatly underneath.
Bedroom 4: 1 Bunk bed with a trundle, great for kids or young adults
Fresh linens, quality mattresses, and thoughtful touches make each room a peaceful retreat after a day of fun.
🛁 3 FULL BATHROOMS
With three full bathrooms, you’ll never feel rushed getting ready.
🧺 LAUNDRY ROOM – WASHER & DRYER INCLUDED
Pack light! The home includes a private laundry area complete with a full-sized washer and dryer.
🏊♀️ PRIVATE HEATE POOL – YOUR OWN BACKYARD OASIS
Step outside and dive into your private heated pool, perfect for cooling off on hot Florida days or lounging in the sun. Whether you want to swim laps, splash with the kids, or relax poolside with a book, this backyard space delivers.
Book now to enjoy this rare and versatile vacation home with two complete living areas, tons of space, and amazing entertainment options! Whether you're here to relax, work remotely, or explore the area, this home has everything you need to make the most of your stay.
Professionally Managed by ❤️ Emperor Rentals 👑
After 10:00 p.m., please keep voices and noise to a minimum out of respect for our neighbors.
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PROPERTY FLOOR PLAN
Sleeping Arrangements
Rates & Availability
From $131/night · select dates for your exact total
What this place offers
Where you'll be
Palm Harbor, Florida
5 · 21 reviews
Great stay
Thank you, Curtis! We're so glad you had a great stay. We'd love to host you again anytime. 👑 Emperor Rentals ❤️
Mark was very communicative. We need to extend our stay 2 times and both times Mark was in touch and was able to change our request. We were so impressed with the home. The pictures in the listing matched the home and there was so much to do. It was easy to find and close to food shopping, etc. We would stay again and thank Mark and team for a wonderful place to stay.
Thank you so much, Danielle! We're thrilled Mark helped you extend twice, the home matched the listing photos, and you were so impressed. We'd love to welcome you back anytime. 👑 Emperor Rentals ❤️
We had a great stay overall. The only downside was that there were some roaches and very small flies. However, when I let Mark know, he was very understanding and told me he would have pest control come and spray the property after we checked out because he knew I have allergies. I really appreciated how responsive and caring he was.
Thank you so much for the kind words about how we handled this. We’re sorry you ran into roaches and small flies — pest control has been taken care of, and we appreciate you flagging it given your allergies. We’d love to welcome you back, and we’ll apply a return discount on your next stay — just message us. 👑 Emperor Rentals ❤️
Place was great and had so much to do. We enjoyed hanging out by the pool and the game area downstairs. It worked out great for our family and friends.
Thank you so much for staying with us! 😊 We’re glad the pool was such an enjoyable part of your stay. 🏊 We’re happy the home gave your family and friends a comfortable place to enjoy time together. We’d be delighted to welcome you back for another wonderful visit! ✨ 👑 Emperor Rentals ❤️
Things to know
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
10 guests maximum
No parties or events
No smoking indoors
Safety & property
Pool with no fence — supervise children
Exterior security cameras
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Not wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation for 48 hours
Full refund 30+ days before check-in
50% refund up to 14 days before
Review the full policy at checkout
Frequently asked about Cardinal Cove
How many people does Cardinal Cove sleep?
Cardinal Cove sleeps up to 10 guests in 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms across 2,883 sq ft. 10 is a hard cap set by the owner's licence, not a soft guideline.
Where is Cardinal Cove located?
In Palm Harbor, Florida. The property page shows the neighbourhood on a map; the exact street address is sent with your check-in details once a booking is confirmed.
How much does Cardinal Cove cost per night?
Rates start at $131 per night and move with the season, the day of the week and the length of your stay. Select your dates on this page for an all-in total with taxes and fees included — and no platform service fee, because you are booking direct.
Can I bring a pet to Cardinal Cove?
Yes — pets welcome at this home. A pet fee may apply and will be itemised in your quote before you pay.
What time is check-in at Cardinal Cove?
Check-in is after 4:00 PM and check-out is before 10:00 AM. No parties or events. No smoking indoors. Access is by keyless smart lock and your code arrives by email before arrival.
How is Cardinal Cove rated by guests?
5 out of 5 across 21 reviews, synced unfiltered from the platforms guests booked on. The full set is on this page.
Is it cheaper to book Cardinal Cove direct than on Airbnb?
Booking here removes the platform service fee Airbnb and Vrbo add on top of the same nightly rate. This page compares your exact dates against Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com side by side, taxes included on both sides, so you can check rather than take our word for it.
Have a question about Cardinal Cove?
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