Apartment

The Tropical Bungalow

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Room
Room
Living area
Living area
Living area
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Safety Harbor, FL
  • Popular LocationSafety Harbor Waterfront Park7 min walk
  • Popular LocationEddie C. Moore Softball Complex5 min drive
  • Popular LocationRuth Eckerd Hall5 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)22 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Tropical Bungalow

Featured in the Hallmark movie "Love in the Sun", The Tropical Bungalow apartment is on the first floor of the original Safety Harbor Hotel on Main Street, built in 1914. The flat features all the comforts of home. The Inn is right in the center of downtown Safety Harbor, 15 minutes from both Clearwater (PIE) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) , 10 miles to the white sandy beaches of Clearwater, 17 miles to St.Petersburg. This is a perfect home base for your Gulf adventures. You will receive a keypad code by noon the day of your arrival upon booking. The keypad code will not work with the smart lock until it is check in time.


The flat has the laid-back, tropical Florida vibe you’d expect from the local designer (who also owns Accents by Paula on the first floor of the building) with stylish furniture and fun extras. Make the most of your stay with insider tips from a 30 year resident of the area.

INSIDE
The space was renewed from scratch and is decorated with your comfort and convenience in mind. The livable space feels immediately like home. The shower-stall bath is stocked with plush towels. The queen bed is lushly made with firm and soft pillows and throws, good reading lamps and a closet. The kitchen, living (pull-out sofa), and indoor dining are one open space. The kitchen has full-sized appliances, cookware, cutlery and necessities for people who love to cook, have their morning coffee, or to just serve their take-away.

MORE FUN
Harbor Inn on Main is on a quiet street, within walking distance to a variety of shopping, restaurants, breweries, pubs, and music venues. The city hosts many music and food events events throughout the year. With the location of this flat, you are central to all of the events held on Main St. The Safety Harbor Marina, pier, and a spa are just 6 blocks away to enjoy a stroll along the water while searching for manatees in the bay. There is a finished walk/bike path stretching 5+ miles along the Old Tampa Bay.

Property manager

Paula
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Non refundable pet fee of $79.00

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Safety Harbor

Located in Safety Harbor, this apartment 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. Check out an event or a game at Raymond James Stadium, and consider making time for Splash Harbour Water Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Safety Harbor, FL

What's nearby

  • Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 7 min walk
  • Safety Harbor City Marina - 7 min walk
  • Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex - 5 min drive
  • Ruth Eckerd Hall - 5 min drive
  • BayCare Ballpark - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 27 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Johnny's Italian Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Cici's - 3 min drive
  • China Garden Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Bar Fly - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tropical Bungalow pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Tropical Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tropical Bungalow?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Tropical Bungalow located?

Located in the heart of Safety Harbor, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Safety Harbor Waterfront Park and Tampa Bay. Safety Harbor City Marina and Philippe Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short get away
My wife and I enjoyed our stay although brief. Everything was simple and easy no problems whatsoever. Great place to say highly recommended property manager was excellent to deal with.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
The bungalow was perfect the location was ideal centrally located. Very private and cozy. We truly enjoyed our stay. Would highly recommend and hope to return for another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

bizop4u

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
location location location
The place was perfect and we had a dog and parrot with us . We were just off main street and convenient or a short walk form many stores and restaurants. The condo had a full kitchen a living room and bathroom and a nice little out door patio. We enjoyed it very much and would definitely go back again. The host was available as needed and willing to acomodate us if needed. The community is very dog friendly and provided easy walking to several stores and restaurants as well as restaurants that were dog friendly as well. Overall a very good experience , a no hassle and comfortable stay. Thumbs up to the host great job.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R., Urbana, Ozh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Safety Harbor and Paula's Tropical Bungalow
Loved our stay! The tropical Bungalow has a small, private patio located on a side street. It was so nice to enjoy our coffee and 'wake up time' outside. We travel with a small dog and I feel comfortable walking at night in the neighborhood. The bungalow was very clean, furniture comfortable, location central to SH. Music from the restaurants usually ends around 10/11 pm.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Martin B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Shorter stay is better
Pros great location for walking in Safety Harbor and shoreline. We love this town! Close to pet-friendly restaurants and entertainment Mostly hidden front patio great place to sit and enjoy the weather Good water pressure with plenty of hot water Comfortable couch with modern TV Area is friendly and low-crime Furnace/AC apparently in good working order. Comfortable bed Cons Upon arrival, found cleaning well below expectations. Grimy area rug. Blinds dusty. Accumulated dust in not easy to access areas, such as under furniture. Bathroom floor needs a good scrubbing. Moldy kitchen sink stopper. Kitchen cabinets grimy at handles. Dirty around air handling ducts. Vacuum cleaner waste bin stored in open eating area and full of debris. Some mold in refrigerator. Kitchen garbage container damaged wall. Bathroom could use a refresh. Local painting and tile repair unprofessional. Need to hold toilet handle down to complete flush. Large drapery near tub a nuisance due to small area. Tub finish worn. Window screen worn. Could use a small dishwasher and stackable laundry center. There is room for both. Must drive to a coin-operated laundry. Regret staying longer than two weeks Bring your own wine and martini glassware. Closet needs TLC. Rack support arm disconnected. Attic access sealed with painter’s and duct tape. WIFI TV needs more internet speed. Often interrupted with “circle of death”. Eating area stools not of great quality or sturdiness. Smoke detector in common area not in working order. This is a fire code violation. Padding on patio chair pads moldy. Not a great value. Paid a lot for what we got.
Stayed 33 nights in Dec 2022

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