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Blue Gecko at Safety Harbor - Entire Home PLUS Guest House

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Living Room and Kitchen
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room / Hall / 58" smart TV with cable and streaming
Coffee/Breakfast bar
Reviews
10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Safety Harbor, FL
  • Popular LocationSafety Harbor Waterfront Park16 min walk
  • Popular LocationEddie C. Moore Softball Complex6 min drive
  • Popular LocationRuth Eckerd Hall6 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)23 min drive

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest House Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Ensuite - Bedroom #1

Shower only

Guest House Bathroom

Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Blue Gecko at Safety Harbor - Entire Home PLUS Guest House

Welcome to Safety Harbor, site of the Hallmark feature film, Love in the Sun! Centrally located between Tampa, St. Pete and Clearwater Beach (and just an hour from Orlando!), this home is perfect for your entire family. The thoughtfully furnished main house is a fully renovated 1920’s Florida bungalow with large gourmet kitchen. It shares a large fenced-in private yard with the newly renovated guest house. Your family will love the shaded deck, lighted gazebo, charcoal grill & much more!

This sparkling vacation home is appointed with the whole family in mind. Plenty of off-street parking, a large private fenced yard, deck and lighted gazebo provide indoor and outdoor space for the entire family. The main house features a large living room with a 58” TV, 3 bedrooms (sleeps 7), 2 full baths, large dining room, and fully-equipped kitchen with separate coffee bar.
The adjacent guest house has 1 bedroom (sleeps 3) with 1 full bath (shower) and a fully-equipped kitchen newly-renovated in June 2021 .
The house includes a huge driveway that can accommodate up to 8 vehicles. Additional on-street parking is available.
A whole-house water softener provides good tasting, soft water throughout.
Some starter coffee pods and welcome snacks will be available on arrival.
A washer & dryer are available, as well as a charcoal grill, one bike and toddler trailer, pack and play (2), play yard, high chair, cornhole, beach chairs and assorted children's toys. There is also an Uppababy Cruz Stroller with Piggyback Platform available for use (stored in the dining room closet).
The property is immaculately cleaned by professionals before each guest arrives.
A computer monitor, keyboard, HP Laserjet P3015 printer and Scansnap S510 scanner (all wired) are available in the house. (No paper or technical assistance included).
Wi-Fi and smart TVs (with Roku or Amazon Firestick systems) are also included. A 30 amp RV outlet is available for an additional daily charge. Details available upon request.

Property manager

Michael Arnold
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Laundry facilities and toys are located in the garage. If you wish to use the garage for any other purpose, there may be an additional charge.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Safety Harbor

Located in Safety Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre. International Plaza and Bay Street and Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tampa Bay and Pier 60 Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for Splash Harbour Water Park, or head to an event or a match at Raymond James Stadium. Jet skiing, scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Map
Safety Harbor, FL

What's nearby

  • Safety Harbor City Marina - 14 min walk
  • Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 16 min walk
  • Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex - 6 min drive
  • Ruth Eckerd Hall - 6 min drive
  • BayCare Ballpark - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Fly - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Nona Slice House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Gecko at Safety Harbor - Entire Home PLUS Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Gecko at Safety Harbor - Entire Home PLUS Guest House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Gecko at Safety Harbor - Entire Home PLUS Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Gecko at Safety Harbor - Entire Home PLUS Guest House located?

Located in the centre of Safety Harbor, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Tampa Bay and Safety Harbor City Marina. Safety Harbor Waterfront Park and Philippe Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
Perfect place for a family of all ages.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joycinth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
This is our second stay at the Blue Gecko, and it was just as wonderful as the first time. The home is well maintained and clean. Having a clean place to stay is very important to me and my family. The hosts (Mike & Beth) are very responsive and kind. They allow you to feel at home during your stay - no multiple sheets of paper listing rules and regulation for you to read. You also do not feel spied on. I love the Blue Gecko and it will be our place to stay on all our trips to the area. It is our Home away from Home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
Came over from Melbourne Beach for a visit to the gulf and Busch Gardens with our 4 kids (one grown with husband and two kids under 2 took the master) and exchange student from Germany. Her last weekend in the US was a great one! efexchangeyear.org/iec/lisa-mohrman/ My husband and I enjoyed the studio apt out back. Perfect layout, lots of kids toys to play with, well stocked, super location and great area near lots of shops and restaurants. Enjoyed strachans for ice cream. Hosts were super accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away From Home
The house itself and the overall experience were outstanding. Safety Harbor is a wonderful setting, with something for everyone – nature lovers, foodies, people watchers, etc. In addition to providing easy access to a number of top attractions in the area, the house was spotless, well decorated, well equipped and comfortable for our extended family. The large yard and children’s toys and equipment made it especially fun for our multigenerational group. The hosts were amazing – thoughtful and responsive to every situation and need. We give “Blue Gecko” our highest recommendation.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect girls trip
This property is clean, well decorated and cozy! The neighborhood has a school close by and is well lit for some evening pickle ball. It is close to Safety Harbor downtown. It was an easily drive to Crystal River. Mike, the owner, was super responsive to our needs! We would book here again in a heart beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Michael Arnold

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Your hosts, Beth and Mike, love living in Safety Harbor. Their home is just around the corner and they can always be reached by email or the Airbnb website. Additional contact information will be found in the property. If you have any questions, issues, or just want a great dinner recommendation, please be sure to ask!

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