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Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation!

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A spacious living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A dining area with a wooden table set for a meal, a red door in the background, and a red sofa.
A marina with boats docked, a wooden dock, and a calm water body reflecting the sky.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Tampa Bay

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 Double Bed
1 Double Bed

Living room

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Safety Harbor

Located in Safety Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Pier 60 Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at BayCare Ballpark or Raymond James Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including power boating, wildlife walks and birdwatching.
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Safety Harbor, FL

What's nearby

  • Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tampa Bay - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Safety Harbor City Marina - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Philippe Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

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
  • ‪Nona Slice House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bar fly - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paul's Chicago Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa la Cala - Serious Fun + Luxury Relaxation! located?

Located in the heart of Safety Harbor, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Safety Harbor City Marina and Tampa Bay. Safety Harbor Waterfront Park and Philippe Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met my brother and sister in law for a week in Safety Harbor. Stayed at the Casa on Palm Ave and we all loved it. The great room was great for everybody and the outside deck was wonderful. Bedrooms and attached bathrooms were nicely appointed. Very clean throughout and very well maintained. We will be back the next time we have a chance.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property had everything we could possibly need and a few extras.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! Ellen and I are really glad you had everything you needed for a comfortable stay—and it’s always nice when a few extras make the experience even better. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a wonderful property beautiful grounds great location. Everything was perfect. I would stay there again anytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2026
Hey Keith, Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great stay and that everything met your expectations. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime. All the Best, John & Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2026
Hey Kellie, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the location and the peaceful outdoor space — the covered deck really does make it easy to relax in any weather. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate your kind words. You’re welcome back anytime — we’d love to host you again! All the Best, John & Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr, 2026
Hey Amanda, Thank you so much for your kind review! Ellen and I are really glad you had a comfortable and relaxing stay. It means a lot to us to know you felt at home. We’d love to welcome you back anytime—come stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

Great location and beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Thank you Michelle, we are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay! We hope you'll be back to Safety Harbor again soon and please do keep us in mind for a return trip. Please also keep us in mind if your travels bring you to Nashville, TN - our Heidtke House is a wonderful place to explore all of Nashville. Thanks again and all the best, John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2025
Wow—thank you so much for the amazing review! Ellen and I are thrilled to hear that everything from the communication to the location made your stay such a great experience. It truly means the world to us. We're so glad you found it relaxing and enjoyable, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Great location and home. Host wonderful to work with.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2025
Hey Francie, Thank you so much for your kind words! Ellen and I are so glad you enjoyed the home and location—it’s always a pleasure to host guests like you. We truly appreciate your feedback and would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2024
Hey Matt, We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Casa la Cala! It was a pleasure hosting you! Ellen and I hope to see you again on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach getaway

We had a great time! I miss drinking my morning coffee on the relaxing deck. The location is great. Nestled in nature but close to shopping, dining, and the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Thank you Amanda, we are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay! We agree - you can sit on that back deck and enjoy Nature, the birds, squirrels are fun to watch in the morning. You might even get a glimps of Al the Gator at the small lake next door - don't worry, he's safely fenced in! Being able to walk to beautiful downtown Safety Harbor with its amazing shops and restaurants is a joy unto itself! Please keep us in mind for a return stay, we'd love to have you back! Please also keep us in mind if your travels bring you to Nashville TN. Our Heidtke House is a wonderful place from which to explore all of Nashville! Thanks again and all the best, John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2025
Hey Nicole, Thank you so much for the kind review! Ellen and I are thrilled to hear that Casa La Carla was a great fit for your family getaway. We’re especially glad you enjoyed the outdoor area—it’s one of our favorite features of the home, perfect for relaxing, gathering, and soaking in the peaceful surroundings. The open layout really does make it easy to spend quality time together. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another memorable stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, Peaceful, super clean and a short walk to downtown Safety Harbor

Exactly as pictured. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2022
Thank you so much Joanna. It was such a pleasure to have you staying with us at Casa la Cala. We hope you'll be back again soon, and please do keep us in mind if you ever visit Nashville TN! (StayInTheSouth.com) All the Best, John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Thank you Laura! We appreciate your kind words! We are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay. Thanks also for taking such great care of our place! We hope your travels will bring you back to Safety Harbor FL or Nashville TN soon - we'd love to have you back! All the best...John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2025
Hi Nancy, Thank you so much for the kind words! Ellen and I are so glad you had everything you needed and enjoyed your time in Safety Harbor—it really is such a special place. We also appreciate your comments about the communication; it was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immaculate home in artsy neighborhood

This was a great find for my family when visiting Grandparents in Florida. Neighborhood is walkable with lots of restaurants and shops. Beds were comfortable, location is quiet, house couldn’t have been cleaner.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your kind words Rene! We also love the walkability. Main Street is a five minutes walk and there are more restaurants, pubs and shops than I ever imagined a small town would have. And even better, all are local, no chains! Thanks again for choosing our place. Please come back again soon! All the best...John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great stay!

The house is at the end of a quiet street, it feels like you don't have neighbors which was nice. Very comfortable and nicely decorated. Had everything we needed for our stay. There are restaurants and coffee shops near by. Safety Harbor is located in the middle of everything. We very much enjoy our stay and the location. Would stay here again!
Stayed 17 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Isabel, thank you for your kind words! It was an absolute delight to have you as our guests. We're so glad to know you enjoyed your stay and would love to have you back for another stay! Thanks also for taking such great care of our place and leaving everything in perfect order upon departure. Thanks again and all the best...John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find

House was clean, comfy and well located near downtown Safety Harbor. Would definitely return. Owners were delightful to talk to and quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much Jean! We appreciate you choosing Casa la Cala and are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay! We hope you'll be back to Safety Harbor again soon, and please do keep us in mind for a future stay! Thanks again and all the best...John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Thank you Jen! We are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay! Thanks again for choosing our place, and we hope you'll be back again soon! All the best, John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2024
Hey Randy and Terryann, We're thrilled to receive your 5-star review! Thank you for choosing our short-term rental for your stay. We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your positive feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the future. Safe travels, and come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2024
Lisa, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing to stay at Casa la Cala. It was a pleasure hosting you during your visit. Your positive review means a lot to us and serves as a great encouragement. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2026
Hi Cindy, Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re really happy to hear your girls’ getaway was such a great experience and that the house worked well as your home base. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the comfort of the home and made good use of the coffee bar. We’re also glad you had fun exploring town and meeting such friendly people — Safety Harbor really does have a special charm. Thank you for the local shout-outs too! You’re welcome back anytime — we’d love to host you again. Warmly, John & Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Thank you Rebecca! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay! You and your group are wonderful guests and we appreciate you taking such great care of our place during your stay. We hope your travels will bring you back to Safety Harbor / Tampa Bay FL or Nashville TN soon - we'd love to have you back for another stay! All the best...John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort and Beauty

This house was planned for guest comfort. The toiletries and little details are very much appreciated. Great job!
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Thank you Ron! We are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay. Please do keep us in mind when your travels bring you back to Safety Harbor FL, we'd love to have you back for another stay! All the best...John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Vacation Spot

This home was amazing. There were so many small details that just made our stay one to remember. The owners reached out immediately to ensure that we had no problems checking in and were available if we needed. The home provided privacy and seclusion. The home is within walking distance to downtown Safety Harbor which had amazing food. It was an amazing vacation..Thank you for sharing your home with us! Brent, Jennifer, Brady, and Grayson
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Thank you Brent for your kind words, we are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay! Safety Harbor is known as the Jewel of Tampa Bay for good reason! Agreed that the restaurants are all locally owned and are amazing! We hope you'll be back to Safety Harbor again soon and please do keep us in mind for a return stay. If your travels bring you to Nashville TN, please check out our Heidtke House, it is a beautiful place from which to explore all of Nashville! Thanks again and all the best...John andn Ellen
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