Safefy Harbor sits on a peninsula overlooking Tampa Bay and is perhaps best known for the its 1920s spa: a vast and lavish treatment center which has been officially designated a Historic Landmark. In its center, Main Street is flanked with old boutique shops and towering oaks. Here you can sit out in one of the pretty little cafes and people watch to your heart's content. In one of the many Safety Harbor vacation rentals, you can enjoy the quaint small town atmosphere, but the larger cities of Tampa and St. Petersburg are just a short distance away.
If you want to feel younger, then Safety Harbor might be your best bet. The Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto thought he'd found the fountain of youth when he discovered the local natural springs on arriving in the 16th century. These fabled springs now feed the enormous 1920s Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, a Florida Heritage Landmark, which offers bubbling whirlpools and treatments including facials, hydrotherapy, body rubs, and massages. Here, you can indulge in a day of pampering and rejuvenation, making it a serene getaway for couples and honeymooners.
A vacation in Safety Harbor is all about the outdoors. On the west side of the peninsula, you can spend days on Clearwater Beach, swimming in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, beachcombing for treasure, or renting a surfboard and hitting the waves. Sport fishing is popular in Florida and you can join daily charters to hook a mahi mahi, king mackerel, wahoo, or sailfish. Alternatively, you can board a sunset yacht cruise, followed by dolphins in your wake. Safety Harbor vacation rentals make it easy to indulge your outdoorsy passions in the Sunshine State.
Safety Harbor has 2 main seasons that draw in the visitors. Between May and October, the subtropical weather is hot and humid, and most of the rain falls during this time. That said, the weather is perfectly suited to long, lazy days at the beach, cooling down in the ocean, and exploring the little boutiques and museums in nearby Tampa. Throughout the rest of the year, the temperature is dry, sunny, and bright, with winter attracting the snowbirds eager for some of that famous Florida sun.
When you stay in one of the Safety Harbor vacation rentals, you're never far away from the ocean. Walk along the trails in Phillipe Park overlooking Tampa Bay, or explore along Clearwater Beach where you can listen to the lapping waves of the Gulf of Mexico. Just north of Safety Harbor is the beautiful freshwater Lake Tarpon, where you can fish from the banks or join the water sports on offer. Across the bay is Little Manatee River, where gentle sea cows frolic in the shallow tidal inlets.
The nearest airport is in Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), located 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE), which is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) away.
The heart wants what the heart wants, and right now it's longing for a vacation. Now's the time to pack your bags and zip off to one of these top vacation rentals in or near Safety Harbor:
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Punching far above its weight when it comes to character and charm, a tiny house vacation rental in Safety Harbor provides a front-row seat to big adventure. Shut off all your tech and turn your focus to nature at one of these neat little escapes:
Your Monday to Friday will fly by if you've got something awesome planned for the weekend. Give yourself something nice to look forward to by reserving one of these top weekend getaways in or near Safety Harbor:
Generally compact, easy on the wallet and conveniently located, it's easy to succumb to the charms of a studio apartment. Escape to one of these vacation rentals and experience Safety Harbor up close:
There are many highlights around Safety Harbor to put on your to-do list. Feed your inner culture lover and visit Jannus Live and Freefall Theatre.
From time to time, you've just got to escape from it all, even if it's only for one or two days. Experience a nice mix of relaxation and sightseeing at one of these short-term rentals in or around Safety Harbor:
Nothing says "I love you" quite like planning a romantic weekend together. If you'd like to spend a couple of relaxing nights away with your other half, we've got some romantic getaways in and around Safety Harbor that will get your heart racing:
We've got some superb mansions for rent in and around Safety Harbor. If you're on the lookout for somewhere with ample room as well as a serious wow factor, these architectural stunners will be right up your alley:
Sneak a look at these large group vacation rentals in or near Safety Harbor where you won't have to leave anyone off your guest list:
Nothing screams good times like a pool does. Dig out your inflatable flamingo and check out these rental houses in or near Safety Harbor that feature this vacation necessity:
Don't know what to pack for your Safety Harbor escape? This enticing destination has a humid subtropical climate. In the summer months, you can expect average temperatures of between 80 ºF and 90 ºF. Check out our selection of Safety Harbor vacation rentals by using the search bar at the top of the page. Simply adjust the filters to get more ideas about where to stay.
Every catch-up with the family should be memorable. Whether you're planning a fun escape with the kids or a long-overdue family reunion, our large family vacation rentals in or near Safety Harbor offer a home away from home with plenty of space for everyone:
If you'd like to sightsee, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions nearby to add to your to-do list. Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Great Explorations Children's Museum and Beach Walk are good places to start.