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Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining
Marina

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61206 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Safety Harbor, FL
  • Place, Safety Harbor Waterfront Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Safety Harbor City Marina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Safety Harbor

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Tampa Bay and Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center. Safety Harbor City Marina and Safety Harbor Waterfront Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Safety Harbor City Marina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Philippe Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Raymond James Stadium - 28 min drive - 20.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 28 min drive
  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nona Slice House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bar fly - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬4 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 la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation!

Plan Your Next Vacation at this Seriously FUN Vacation Home - Casa la Cala. Equipped with All the Luxury and Comfort You Would Ever Need for a Truly Relaxing Experience!!

Located in a Most Charming Part of Safety Harbor, Surrounded by Serene Nature and just Steps Away from All the Downtown Safety Harbor Action!

5 Top Reasons Why Our Guests Love Casa la Cala:

1. Location, Location, and Location: Casa la Cala is only 2 Block or 3-minute Walk to the Main Street of Downtown Safety Harbor. Pubs, Award-Winning Restaurants, the Pier, and the Tampa Bay Waterfront are Just a Relaxing Short Stroll from Your Front Door! The House Itself is Surrounded by the Most Serene Nature, a Peaceful Creek, Live Oak Trees with Spanish Moss, and Fruit Trees, All in Your Private Yard.

2. Modern Luxury Meets Old Florida Charm: Beautiful, Spacious Living Spaces Plus an Over 800 sq Fully Fenced and Gated Deck, All Designed for Family Gathering. Fully Equipped Kitchen Fit for Any Gourmet Cooking. We also have an outdoor charcoal grill with accessories.

All Bedrooms Come with Beautiful Views, Feather Mattress Toppers, Luxury Bed Linens, and 5 Flat-Screen TVs with over 200 Channels to Indulge. Super Fast Internet WiFi is Available Throughout!

3. Serious Fun: Your Very Own Private Courtyard, HUGE Patio, Pergola, Open Flame Fire pit, Party-Ready String Lights that Turn On with the Touch of a Button... This is a place to Grill Steaks, Burgers, Make Some Cool Drinks and Gather the Whole Family for a Fun Picnic. Two Authentic Florida Horseshoe Pits are Right At Your Courtyard, Ready for Some Fun Games!

4. Super Clean: Casa la Cala is Cleaned by Our Profession House Keeping Staff Which Has Been Highly Rated by Our Guests.

5. Most Attentive Hosts: Your Hosts John and Ellen Have Been in the Hospitality Business since 2014. Recently Featured on an International Travel Show, A Sense of Place, Nashville Episode.

If You Have any Questions or Need Local Tour Suggestions, Please, Feel Free to Let Us Know. And Yes, We are Known for Responding 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 del Tren, Safety Harbor, FL (2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Welcome)

Casa Artista, Safety Harbor, FL (2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet-Welcome) and Next Door to Casa la Cala

Casa la Joya, Safety Harbor, FL (2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Pet-Welcome)

Heidtke House, Nashville, TN (4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, No Pets)

You can easily find these other homes online by searching for "home name" + "city name". For example, "Casa Artista Safety Harbor". There you will find our many five-star reviews and kind words from our previous guests. Please take a look!

Note 1: Travel Insurance Consideration:
To protect your investment and ensure a worry-free travel experience, we strongly recommend all our guests purchase 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.

Note 2: Refund Policy:
When a booking is canceled 30 days or more before the arrival date, we’re happy to issue a refund in accordance with our cancellation policy. However, please note that the 3% credit card processing fee is non-refundable, as the payment processor charges this fee and cannot be reversed.

Note 3:Pet Policy:
Dogs only, 25lbs or less. Well-trained, non-aggressive breeds only. Pets are not allowed on furniture, and the owner must pick up after pets when they do their business in the yard. We accept larger dogs on a case-by-case basis, please get in touch with us and we can discuss. There will be an additional $125 (+ FL Tax) added to all reservations including pets, for the additional cleaning required.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,206 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! to the airport?

This vacation home is 8 mi (12-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! to the beach?

This vacation home is 11.5 mi (19-min drive) from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 10.9 mi (21-min drive) from Pier 60 Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Tampa Bay Downs (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! to downtown Safety Harbor?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Safety Harbor.

Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed a relaxing 6 week stay at the property with our two small dogs. The house is spacious and in a quiet area that is easily walkable to downtown Safety Harbor. The host is extremely responsive to any issues or questions. We would stay again.
Stayed 43 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was large and made us feel like we were far away from anyone but close enough to walk into downtown. The house was clean and bright and was very welcoming. I'd say here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

J N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property had everything we could possibly need and a few extras.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was in a private location but just four blocks from downtown. It was an easy walk to get to shops and restaurants. It was clean, comfortable and cozy. The beds were comfortable and the water pressure was amazing. We didn’t cook but used the coffee bar which was a welcome feature. John was available for questions and provided loads of information on the many TVs, places to go, and restaurants. Our girls week was great. We met the nicest people in town. Don’t miss Nona’s pizza and Bassano Cheesecake for great coffee and desserts!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great location, walking distance to downtown Safety Harbor. Private backyard with covered back deck, so we could sit outside even if it’s raining. Hosts were very attentive.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a wonderful property beautiful grounds great location. Everything was perfect. I would stay there again anytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marie C., Cohasset, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Old Florida with updated accommodations

First off, the communication with the owners was outstanding. They are truly superb hosts. The house was immaculate and had several unexpected treats awaiting us upon our arrival, which were fully appreciated. We experienced great weather while there and sat out on the expansive back porch quite a bit. The porch furniture is a bit retro but just not all that comfortable for sitting as long as we preferred to while enjoying the weather. The house is located in a very private spot at the end of a street in a residential neighborhood. Though the trees and shrubbery mostly block the view of other homes, we could hear casual conversations and music coming from the neighbors when they were also out in their yards. This was not an issue for us, but it’s important for people to understand that it truly is a residential area. The benefit of its location, though, is that it is definitely within walking distance of the cute downtown area as well as the waterfront. When we did take the car to these areas, we also noticed that it was very easy to find parking spots. As far as the interior, it is so nicely decorated and comfortable. The stay helped us to experience a taste of a quintessential Florida neighborhood and charming town.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Best Stay EVER

Everything from the host, the communication, the property, the location, it was awesome. If you want a relaxing place to stay, don’t pass this up. Absolutely magnificent.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Great location and home. Host wonderful to work with.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing get away

"Highly recommend this amazing home! It was spotless, well stocked, goodie’s for the guests and a hand written welcome note that made us feel right at home! The fenced in porch and backyard was fabulous, our fur-sons definitely gave their approval. The home was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Beds were extremely comfortable. Excellent communication from the host. Clear and easy check in and check out information. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Casa

Great location. Very quiet with easy access to downtown. Comes as advertised with all the comforts of home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent experience.

This property was clean, close to downtown Safety Harbor and set up perfectly for spending some time at the property, enjoying downtown Safety Harbor and the Safety Harbor Resort and Spa. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

elsie c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family stay for my son‘s wedding

The home was a wonderful greeting to my family of 6+3 dogs. I had my mother there who is elderly and my cousin and they stayed in the master and then two couples stayed in the other rooms which included myself. It was great having three full baths, the back patio is awesome! It kept the dogs confined ! We cooked for an after wedding event at the brides house and the kitchen was very sufficient for that. I did a crab boil for the kids before the wedding. It worked out great! It helped That my boyfriends parents live in the area Since I needed to borrow an extra pot. It was overall probably my best Vrbo experience! Highly highly recommend stay at the South properties . The location was perfect , Set an acute neighborhood with a little town, full of shops and restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darci F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Clean, Great Location

Our stay was excellent! We were a group of (2) in our 50’s and (3) in 80’s. Here are some positive and “good to know” highlights: Positive: - great communication with owner, very responsive - super clean property - location is .5 mile, easy walk, from downtown safety harbor - area felt very safe - neat wildlife around property - well appointed kitchen - great decore around the house - beautiful wrap around porch - nice coffee bar that has small pit and Kuerig (some pods on-site to welcome guests that first morning, otherwise bring your own coffee) - the twin air mattress is very comfortable and holds air well overnight - excellent water pressure in showers - some shampoos/conditioners on-site “Good to know” (some recommendations to owners): - we left an umbrella there as a house donation, as we didn’t find one on-site (rained during our stay)…hopefully will be useful to other guests when it rains during their stay - plenty of chairs on the porch, but loungers would be nice for relaxing - recommendation…mount long mirror on the wall Thank you John and Ellen for the beautiful home to stay in!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles H., Knoxville, TN USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience

Great property, very well appointed, scenic and convenient location. Responsive, friendly, and helpful property manager. Just a first class experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for family

Loved the outdoor space. The open layout was perfect for our family to unite for a long weekend. Very clean and comfortable. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location for Relaxing Vacation

Chose property based on near beaches and nearby activities. Did not have any knowledge of Tampa/St. Pete area. Safety Harbor location is perfect for couples and dogs. We are active early 60's, came here for vacation and some work in Tampa. House was perfect for dogs and relaxing stay. Host could not have been nicer or more helpful. We walked 2 blocks to different restaurant every night. All were exceptional for food and friendly service, great vibe in the town. Very dog friendly, ad safe to walk around. Food also casual gourmet, took our dogs and ate best tuna and grouper meals. Large park and bayside walkway for exercise and dogs. I wish we had time to enjoy the casual cycling. We were also in the best location to explore the whole Clearwater/St.Pete and gulf coast. Would not have benefited us to rent on the beach as "None" allow dogs with exception of a few, very small areas that were nowhere near other rentals. We were central to drive to the few dog beaches. This house and location was perfect in every way. Even without animals, perfect location.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway for rest and relaxation!

We really enjoyed the property overall. It was clean and bright right from the first step into the Casa! The home had everything we wanted. It was spacious, comfortable and private! We have two small dachshunds so the fenced porch was a great place to hang out and not have to has them on their leads. The was sizable and looked out onto trees. The neighbor was quiet. We felt very comfortable there. It was also handy for short walks to the pier or short drives to the parks and across to the gulf area. There was no shortage of things to do. We liked the village environment. It was very laid back and casual. Not very touristy which was a plus for us! If I had one thing that could be improved on, it would be the grass and yard. Besides that, we had a great time! The hosts are very attentive. They addressed any concerns that we had. I would definitely recommend any of their properties confidently. They would be at the top of our list of properties that we have visited over the years! Just loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Safety harbor stay

Excellent host. Great communication with host at all times. House has everything you need and no problems with house. Safety Harbor is a great location to stay!
Stayed 22 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M., Elizabethtown

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Of all the vrbo’s we’ve vacationed at ,this was by far the most charming and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise in Safety Harbor

This is a beautiful property with serene surroundings and is very quiet. So many special touches in the house such as a coffee and tea bar, bottle of wine with snacks left, etc. Super comfortable beds. Owners are over the top nice. Great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pugh A., Asheboro, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing time in Safety Harbor with Family

We checked in without any problems at all and found to our delight this beautiful home that had all the amenities of our home plus ! From the cleanliness to the fresh towels/linens and even a chilled bottle of wine waiting with snacks to greet us! Could not say enough about this home except I would love to own it myself...having a wrap around porch with fire pit just adds to the charm and if you ever want to visit Safety Harbor this is a must ! Thank you again for your gracious hospitality! We will definitely be coming back!Alan and Amy Pugh/North Carolina
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

We Came Back!

Our experience in August of 2021 was so awesome that we knew exactly where we wanted to stay when we returned! We so appreciate the little touches like the snacks and beverages, especially after our long drive down from NY. The home is bright, clean and so comfortable. We have so much fun entertaining my local family on the huge wrap around porch. My sister loved the house so much that this year she stayed at another property of John and Ellen's next door in Casa Artista so she and her family wouldn't have to drive back and forth across the bay from Riverview. Thank you John and Ellen, we are already looking forward to next years visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and easy!

Cute area of town, east in and out, great communication! And SO MUCH FUN! Has everything you need!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Messalina H., Southampton

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it!

We really loved our stay at your beautiful house and property. The check in process was very easy. The house was well stocked and very clean. Beds were very comfy and it has a gorgeous wrap around deck with beautiful lighting. The back yard is very private and has beautiful Spanish Moss trees. The owner John was so helpful with suggestions for the area. He was a pleasure to talk to and answered any questions we had before and during our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

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