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Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun!

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 485 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Safety Harbor, FL
  • Safety Harbor Waterfront Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Safety Harbor City Marina
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Ruth Eckerd Hall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Safety Harbor

With a stay at this vacation home in Safety Harbor, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Tampa Bay and Safety Harbor Waterfront Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Raymond James Stadium and 10 mi (16.2 km) from Beach Walk.
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What's nearby

  • Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 13 min walk
  • Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex - 5 min drive
  • Ruth Eckerd Hall - 5 min drive
  • BayCare Ballpark - 7 min drive
  • Westfield Countryside Mall - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 31 min drive
  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Fly - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Nona Slice House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cici's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪China Garden Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun!

Casa del Tren, a unique vacation experience that combines fun with comfort, has everything you'll need to relax and experience Safety Harbor and the beautiful Tampa Bay Area in style.

Top 5 Reasons Guests Love Casa del Tren:

----- 1. Best Location -----
This beautiful cottage, located at the end of a beautiful tranquil street, 2 blocks or 3 minute walk to all the Safety Harbor charm. Pubs, restaurants, the pier, and the Tampa Bay waterfront are just a short stroll from your front door!

----- 2. Luxury + Comfort -----
Sunny, spacious living Spaces designed for family fun time. Fully equipped kitchen fit for any gourmet cooking. All bedrooms come with beautiful views, feather mattress toppers, luxury bed linens, and flat-screen TVs with over 200 channels to indulge. Fast internet WiFi is available throughout!

----- 3. Serious Fun -----
Your private fully fenced courtyard, HUGE patio, party-ready string lights that turn on with the touch of a button. This is a place to grill some mean burgers, shake several martinis, and gather the whole family for a fun picnic, all under those bright red umbrellas. Don't forget to play some corn hole while you are watching the sunset!

------ 4. Attention to Detail -----
Our Motto is “No Detail is Too Small.” Many of Our Guests Noticed This the Minute They Step Into Casa del Tren. Not Only Our Home Meticulously Cleaned for by Professional Housekeeping Staff, but We are Also Proud of Our Hospitality Manager Maureen Who Takes Care of Every Need During Your Stay.

----- 5. Trusted Hosts -----
We are your hosts John and Ellen! We were recently featured on an International Travel Show, A Sense of Place, Nashville Episode. Take a look online and you'll easily be able to find it. This 22-minute video will let you get to know your hosts John and Ellen :)

Fun Facts:
Casa del Tren, the Spanish name for the Train House, is fondly named because of its unique location. Safety Harbor is an old railroad town and as such, one remote end of Casa del Tren's yard is bordered by the railway. Yes, a train does come by every now and then, typically 6 to 8 cars, that come and go in less than a minute. You may stay for days and never see or hear a single train. But if you are blessed with good luck and hear one passing by, would you please log it down and share it with us in the guest book? :)

If You have any questions or need local tour suggestions, Please, feel free to let us know. And yes, we are known for respond within minutes :)

If you have a big gathering that needs more spaces, or if you plan to visit Nashville, please check out our other listings:
Casa Artista, Safety Harbor, FL (2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Welcome)
Casa la Cala, Safety Harbor, FL (3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, Pet Welcome)
Heidtke House, Nashville, TN (4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Free)

Insurance Consideration: To protect your investment and ensure a worry-free travel experience, we strongly recommend all our guests consider purchasing Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) travel insurance. Our cancellation policy is firm. If you cancel outside the limits of our policy, you may not receive a full refund. We recommend travel insurance to protect your investment.

Our Pet Policy: Dogs only, 25lbs or less. Well-trained, non-aggressive breeds only. Pets are not allowed on furniture and owner must pick up after pets do their business in the yard. We accept larger dogs on a case-by-case basis, please contact us and we can discuss. There will be an additional $125 (+ FL Tax) added to all reservations including pets, for the additional cleaning required.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

John Oden

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 915 sq ft (85 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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

Property is also known as

Casa del Tren Free Beach Chairs +serious Fun!
Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun! Safety Harbor
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Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in Safety Harbor
Great place to stay in Safety Harbor. Quiet neighborhood, great parking and outside space. Close to shopping and eating places, very walkable. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tschrier19@gmail.com S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Visit
We had a lovely stay at Casa del Tren over the holiday. The home was comfortable and well-appointed with everything you need. It was very near to town, yet in a quiet and peaceful location. The fenced-in and well lit patio was great for our family and the hosts were very communicative and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
John and Ellen are FANTASTIC hosts! They truly care about their guests, pay attention to every detail to ensure comfort, and are readily available to answer any questions and help in any way. And Casa del Tren is a wonderful home nestled in a quiet area and so close to everything! My husband and I (and our sweet dog) had a marvelous time! We will definitely be back and have recommended their homes to all of our friends and family :-)
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve J., Dayton Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick weekend stay
Perfect size for 4 adults. Clean, nice location and the owners were communicated very well. We would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeWayne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Safety Harbor Stay
We enjoyed our stay. Lots of great restaurants nearby. We will be back sometime.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inge J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gracious thoughtful hosts
This is a lovely cottage, very comfortable, very clean. John and Ellen, the hosts, left snacks and bottled wine as welcome gifts. John was readily available for questions. the property is on a deadend street, the neighborhood is lovely for walks, just a few blocks to the charming town of Safety Harbor, quite close to Phillipe Park. Just a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
What an incredible vacation...we enjoyed our stay immensely! The home is quant and comfortable. We were close to downtown safety harbor. Dead end street made it very quiet. Thanks John for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Life in Safety Harbor
I loved the area, lots of places to walk and visit, Folly Farms is a fun place. Many good eating place in SH and out on 19. Shopping was easy with several Publix nearby. Lovely boardwalks along Tampa bay with the Pelicans diving into the water for fish. Weather was good too. Loved the small town atmosphere and slow living.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd visit
Loved our second stay at your place. We are planning to stay again in February.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
Perfect !!!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilee V.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best location!!
We loved our stay at the very cute Casa del Tren and can't say enough nice things about Safety Harbor. Absolutely convenient to everything! We will definitely be back. Thanks so much to John and Ellen.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA V., Oldsmar, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
All we could ask for!
Everything is well thought out at Casa del Tren. All we could need in the kitchen, laundry and bathrooms are provided. It’s very close to Main Street, we walked the town! The outdoor lights above the patio are so festive and plenty of natural light inside. It’s an absolute treasure!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

salvatore d., Fort Myers, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Safety Harbor Retreat - Walk Most Anywhere
At the end of a dead end street, beside a church, lies a hip oasis that delivers on every prior review/rating. We will be back whenever in the area again. The hosts were great and checked in on us to ensure a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent stay
These people have it down. Such attention to detail, charming atmosphere and great recommendations. We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
My experience renting this property is very positive. Cleanliness deserves a 10 on a 1-5 scale. Location was only two block from Main Street. I would definitely rent this property again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house close to everything.
The house was great, it was cute, very clean and had everything we needed. The back patio was wonderful to sit outside in the evening. It was close to restaurants and shops. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed
My toddler and I stayed at Casa del Tran for a week. We were visiting family and wanted some extra space. It was a fantastic experience for so many reasons... 1) the location- we walked to main street daily. It was nice to have so many food options so close. 2) the communication from the owners was above and beyond. They weren't bothered by any request or question. 3) Just a great place to stay with so many useful amenities! The back patio is huge and gave my son space to use up energy. We loved the hanging lights too! There is a TV and AC unit in both bedrooms and in the living room- really nice touch. The kitchen was stocked with dishes and utensils for cooking. Just note that there are no plastic dishes or cups for little ones. Not an issue for us since we have toddler dishes at our parents' house that we brought over. This will be our go-to place when we don't stay with family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Really loved the city and location. Favorite restaurants were Barfly and Gigglewaters for movie and dinner. Discovered Woodys seafood in palmetto and farmers market - detwilers. Owners were always available to us. Home was very clean.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Sheldon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property was clean and well apportioned. Safety Harbor is a great location. We look forward to our return trip!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great owner and place. Highly recommended.
We had a magical vacation with our two kids at this property. Location is excellent, it is near restaurants, coffee shops, marina, parks and at the same time it is private. In the mornings, we admired sunrises at the marina and evenings we spent at the patio looking at stars. Patio is a great place for gathering and yoga. Excellent breeze and bird sounds help to connect with nature. This property has everything you need to make your vacation pleasant and memorable.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., Baldwinsville ny

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Our experience in safety harbor was fun! Coming back to this home after our bike rides was so relaxing. Great outdoor space. Met John... super nice and willing to share his enthusiasm for the area with you. Thanks John. Super vacation. Next year we will stay longer!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julianne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional house/location
Our stay was wonderful. John was so easy to deal with-always replied to emails within minutes. The place was so cute, clean and within walking distance of the quaint town of Safety Harbor. We loved the enclosed back patio with plenty of sitting and the fun lighting. A place we will definitely return to as well as recommend. Thank you, John and Ellen.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay. Highly Recommend!
What a great place to stay. Communication was excellent, checkin was a breeze, and we had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Safety harbor
Great place with a lit back yard and wonderful location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
The house looked exactly as it does online. It's clean and bright and beautiful. The location was 25 minutes from Clearwater Beach and 25 minutes from the University of Tampa. It was perfect for us. The owner goes out of the way to make sure your stay is perfect. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019