Casa del Tren, a unique vacation experience that combines fun with comfort, has everything you'll need to relax and experience Safety Harbor and the beautiful Tampa Bay Area in style.
Top 5 Reasons Guests Love Casa del Tren:
----- 1. Best Location ----- This beautiful cottage, located at the end of a beautiful tranquil street, 2 blocks or 3 minute walk to all the Safety Harbor charm. Pubs, restaurants, the pier, and the Tampa Bay waterfront are just a short stroll from your front door!
----- 2. Luxury + Comfort ----- Sunny, spacious living Spaces designed for family fun time. Fully equipped kitchen fit for any gourmet cooking. All bedrooms come with beautiful views, feather mattress toppers, luxury bed linens, and flat-screen TVs with over 200 channels to indulge. Fast internet WiFi is available throughout!
----- 3. Serious Fun ----- Your private fully fenced courtyard, HUGE patio, party-ready string lights that turn on with the touch of a button. This is a place to grill some mean burgers, shake several martinis, and gather the whole family for a fun picnic, all under those bright red umbrellas. Don't forget to play some corn hole while you are watching the sunset!
------ 4. Attention to Detail ----- Our Motto is “No Detail is Too Small.” Many of Our Guests Noticed This the Minute They Step Into Casa del Tren. Not Only Our Home Meticulously Cleaned for by Professional Housekeeping Staff, but We are Also Proud of Our Hospitality Manager Maureen Who Takes Care of Every Need During Your Stay.
----- 5. Trusted Hosts ----- We are your hosts John and Ellen! We were recently featured on an International Travel Show, A Sense of Place, Nashville Episode. Take a look online and you'll easily be able to find it. This 22-minute video will let you get to know your hosts John and Ellen :)
Fun Facts: Casa del Tren, the Spanish name for the Train House, is fondly named because of its unique location. Safety Harbor is an old railroad town and as such, one remote end of Casa del Tren's yard is bordered by the railway. Yes, a train does come by every now and then, typically 6 to 8 cars, that come and go in less than a minute. You may stay for days and never see or hear a single train. But if you are blessed with good luck and hear one passing by, would you please log it down and share it with us in the guest book? :)
If You have any questions or need local tour suggestions, Please, feel free to let us know. And yes, we are known for respond 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 Artista, Safety Harbor, FL (2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Welcome) Casa la Cala, Safety Harbor, FL (3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, Pet Welcome) Heidtke House, Nashville, TN (4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Free)
Insurance Consideration: To protect your investment and ensure a worry-free travel experience, we strongly recommend all our guests consider purchasing 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.
Our Pet Policy: Dogs only, 25lbs or less. Well-trained, non-aggressive breeds only. Pets are not allowed on furniture and owner must pick up after pets do their business in the yard. We accept larger dogs on a case-by-case basis, please contact 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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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
About the area
Safety Harbor
Safety Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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 Raymond James Stadium or George M. Steinbrenner Field.
Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Safety Harbor City Marina - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Philippe Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Raymond James Stadium - 29 min drive - 31.8 km
Getting around
Tampa Union Station - 31 min drive
St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Nona Slice House - 6 min walk
Bar fly - 12 min walk
Starbucks - 11 min walk
China Garden Restaurant - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun!?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun! on 1 July 2026 start from NZ$303, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun! located?
This family-friendly Safety Harbor holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Safety Harbor Waterfront Park and Tampa Bay. Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center and Safety Harbor City Marina are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely stay at Casa Del Tren! The location is quiet and very close to town. Easy walk to shops and several good restaurants. The hosts are very responsive and accommodating and the house is comfortable and well appointed.
Tina S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2026
Hi Tina, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and found Casa del Tren to be a relaxing and convenient home base.
It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate your kind words.
You’re always welcome back — we’d love to host you again anytime!
Warmly,
John & Ellen
Home was extremely clean and welcoming! Treats (people treats) left by hosts were appreciated. Hosts were available at any time and always responsive, we would not hesitate to stay at their location(s) again. Also, very nice that they are pet friendly!
John and Ellen's place worked out perfectly. The place was excellent, Safety Harbor was amazing and ALL of John's restaurant recommendations were great. We would definitely stay again.
Doc D.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hey Thomas, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Ellen and I are thrilled to hear that the house was a great fit and that you enjoyed Safety Harbor—it really is a special place. Very happy to hear that the restaurant recommendations hit the mark! We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Great place to stay in Safety Harbor. Quiet neighborhood, great parking and outside space. Close to shopping and eating places, very walkable. Will definitely stay again.
Carolyn R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2025
Hey Carolyn, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay in Safety Harbor. You were a fantastic guest, and we truly appreciate how well you cared for our home. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Beautiful, clean, welcoming, and the owners were very flexible and thoughtful
A very beautiful place. The owners were very helpful.
Eric P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hey Eric, Thank you so much for your kind words! Ellen and I are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and felt welcomed. It means a lot to us that you found the space beautiful and appreciated our flexibility. We’d love to host you again anytime—you're always welcome back!
Perfect size for 4 adults. Clean, nice location and the owners were communicated very well. We would stay there again
Steve J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2025
Hi Steve, I apologize for my late response :) Thank you so much for your review and kind words! We’re honored that you chose Casa del Tren and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
This property is in a perfect location to be able to enjoy all that Main Street in safety harbor has to offer. It sits back on a quiet street and is very private. The patio is a nice touch for kids and dogs. The owners had everything we needed to enjoy our stay.
We enjoyed our stay. Lots of great restaurants nearby. We will be back sometime.
DeWayne C.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing to stay at Heidtke House. It was a pleasure hosting you during your Nashville visit. We hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Well equipped kitchen. It had everything I needed with a courtyard and adjacent yard for the dog. Many restaurants, bars, and a beach within walking distance.
kim c.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hey Kim, Thank you so much for your kind words! Ellen and I are so glad to hear the kitchen had everything you needed and that the outdoor space worked well for your pup. We love how walkable the area is too—there’s always something great to explore nearby. We'd be happy to host you again anytime!
The house was great, it was cute, very clean and had everything we needed. The back patio was wonderful to sit outside in the evening. It was close to restaurants and shops. Would definitely stay again!
Mitzi M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you Mitzi, we are so happy to know you enjoyed your stay! We also love the fact that you are two blocks from all the action on Safety Harbor Main Street! Thanks for taking great care of our place during your stay. Please keep us in mind for a return trip - we'd love to have you back! All the best...John and Ellen
This cottage was an excellent place to stay. We enjoyed the coffee, snacks and wine and grilled fish from the seafood market for dinner one night. We walked into town every day and thought Safety Harbor was lovely and had a laid back vibe. Farmers market on Sunday was fun!
peter r.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hey Peter, Thank you for the lovely review! Ellen and I are so glad you enjoyed your stay and had a chance to explore the best of Safety Harbor. It’s wonderful to hear you made use of the grill and enjoyed the farmers market—that laid-back, local charm is what we love most about the area. We’d be absolutely delighted to welcome you back anytime! Our door is always open for your next visit!
Loved our second stay at your place. We are planning to stay again in February.
Heidi S.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hey Heidi, Ellen and I truly appreciate you being our repeat guest—it means the world to us! We’re looking forward to having you back and visiting us again soon!
Great place with a lit back yard and wonderful location!!
Julie E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you Julie, we appreciate your kind words! Thanks again for choosing our place and taking such great care of our place during your stay. We hope you'll be back to Safety Harbor again soon, and please do keep us in mind for a future return stay. We'd love to have you back!
Thanks again and all the best, John and Ellen
We had a lovely stay at Casa del Tren over the holiday. The home was comfortable and well-appointed with everything you need. It was very near to town, yet in a quiet and peaceful location. The fenced-in and well lit patio was great for our family and the hosts were very communicative and accommodating.
Tschrier19@gmail.com S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2025
Hey Tina, Thank you so much for your kind review! Apologies for the delayed response—we genuinely appreciate your feedback and are so glad we could host you. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Our stay at Casa del Tren was most ideal. The home was plenty big for our needs, it was a bright, cheery, peaceful space, it was very nicely appointed, the owners were very hospitable and always available should any questions have come up, the location is ideal with it only being a short walk to the downtown, the beds were comfortable and the place was kept clean. Casa del Tren was a wonderful base of operations for our adventuring in the area. Thanks so much, John and Ellen, for making our Safety Harbor vacation so positively memorable.
Sean S.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Hey Sean,
Thank you so much for your kind words! Ellen and I are truly glad Casa del Tren was a comfortable and peaceful home base for your Safety Harbor adventures. We always hope guests feel welcome and at ease, so hearing that your stay was memorable means a lot to us. We’d love to have you back anytime!
All the best,
John
These people have it down. Such attention to detail, charming atmosphere and great recommendations. We’ll be back!
Heidi S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hey Heidi, We hope this message finds you well! We wanted to take a moment to thank you for staying with us and for your kind review from a while back in 2022. Ellen and I appreciate your support and the opportunity to host you.
If your travels bring you back to Tampa Bay Florida area, we would be delighted to welcome you again for another wonderful stay.
Wishing you all the best and hoping to see you again soon!
We loved our stay at the very cute Casa del Tren and can't say enough nice things about Safety Harbor. Absolutely convenient to everything! We will definitely be back.
Thanks so much to John and Ellen.
Marilee V.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hey Marilee, We hope this message finds you well! We wanted to take a moment to thank you for staying with us at Casa del Tren a while back. Ellen and I appreciate your support and the opportunity to host you.
If your travels bring you back to Tampa Bay Florida area, we would be delighted to welcome you again for another wonderful stay.
Wishing you all the best and hoping to see you again soon!
At the end of a dead end street, beside a church, lies a hip oasis that delivers on every prior review/rating. We will be back whenever in the area again. The hosts were great and checked in on us to ensure a great experience.
salvatore d.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hey Salvatore, We hope this message finds you well! Ellen and I wanted to take a moment to thank you for staying with us in Winter 2022. Ellen and I appreciate your support and the opportunity to host you.
If your travels bring you back to Tampa Bay Florida area, we would be delighted to welcome you again for another wonderful stay.
Wishing you all the best and hoping to see you again soon!
What an incredible vacation...we enjoyed our stay immensely! The home is quant and comfortable. We were close to downtown safety harbor. Dead end street made it very quiet. Thanks John for everything!
Jodi T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hi Jodi, Thank you so much for your kind words! Ellen and I are thrilled to hear you had such an enjoyable stay. We're so glad you found the home cozy and appreciated the peaceful location—being close to downtown while still tucked away is one of our favorite things too. It was truly a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
My experience renting this property is very positive. Cleanliness deserves a 10 on a 1-5 scale. Location was only two block from Main Street. I would definitely rent this property again!!
Susan F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you Susan! We appreciate your kind words so much. We do love to location - walk to anywhere in beautiful downtown Safety Harbor. We hope you'll be back to Safety Harbor FL or Nashville TN again soon, we'd love to have you back! All the best...John and Ellen
John and Ellen are FANTASTIC hosts! They truly care about their guests, pay attention to every detail to ensure comfort, and are readily available to answer any questions and help in any way. And Casa del Tren is a wonderful home nestled in a quiet area and so close to everything! My husband and I (and our sweet dog) had a marvelous time! We will definitely be back and have recommended their homes to all of our friends and family :-)
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2025
Hey Bebecca, Wow, thank you so much for your wonderful review! It truly means a lot to us that you enjoyed your stay at Casa del Tren and felt well taken care of. We’re so happy that you, your husband, and your sweet pup had a marvelous time! Apologies for the delayed response—we sincerely appreciate your kind words and your recommendations to friends and family. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
I loved the area, lots of places to walk and visit, Folly Farms is a fun place. Many good eating place in SH and
out on 19. Shopping was easy with several Publix nearby.
Lovely boardwalks along Tampa bay with the Pelicans diving into the water for fish. Weather was good too. Loved the small town atmosphere and slow living.
Carol H.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Thank you so much, Carol! Ellen and I are so glad you enjoyed your time in Safety Harbor. We’d be absolutely delighted to welcome you back whenever you’re ready for another relaxing escape!
Really loved the city and location. Favorite restaurants were Barfly and Gigglewaters for movie and dinner. Discovered Woodys seafood in palmetto and farmers market - detwilers. Owners were always available to us. Home was very clean.
Rachel S.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Hi Rachel, thank you so much for your kind words! Safety Harbor has so many great restaurants we loved so much! We hope your travels will bring you back to Safety Harbor again soon. Please keep us in mind for a return stay - we'd love to have you back! Thanks again and all the best...John and Ellen
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy C.
6 August 2018
Unique & adorable property in Safety Harbor
Our stay at Casa del Tren was wonderful! We love the fun vibe of Safety Harbor-and the location of this property is perfect-so close to downtown! The house is clean, very nicely decorated, and had absolutely everything that we needed. John was so responsive to any questions that we had or anything at all that we needed. We wouldn’t hesitate to rent from him again, and in fact have already done that!
Amy C.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Amy, thank you SO much for your kind words! We are thrilled to know you enjoyed your stay in Safety Harbor! We're glad to know you found the same charm in Safety Harbor that we fell in love with. It is indeed a beautiful community with wonderful people. Thanks again for taking such great care of our place!! To all other hosts - I highly recommend Amy as a kind and gracious guest - highly recommended! Thanks again Amy, we hope you'll be back soon! All the best, John and Ellen
This is a lovely cottage, very comfortable, very clean. John and Ellen, the hosts, left snacks and bottled wine as welcome gifts. John was readily available for questions.
the property is on a deadend street, the neighborhood is lovely for walks, just a few blocks to the charming town of Safety Harbor, quite close to Phillipe Park. Just a lovely place to stay.
Inge J.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2024
Hey Inge,
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
We're glad you enjoyed Casa del Tren and the whole neighborhood.
Ellen and I hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future!
Best regards,
John and Ellen
About the host
Hosted by John Oden
Hi, this is John, and my beautiful wife Ellen :) We are your fun-loving hosts at Casa del Tren! I grew up on a farm south of Nashville TN. I am currently managing IT in a software company that also has an office in the Tampa Bay Area. When I am not pounding on the keyboard, I involve myself in renovating houses, gardening, cooking, and entertaining friends and family. My wife Ellen was born in China, a true city girl, her interests are more in art & Electrical Engineering. She came to the states to research high-voltage transmission, but I really think she came here to find me and my secret BBQ recipes ☺ We love to travel together and everywhere we go we try to stay away from hotels, staying with locals is way more fun. We also share a common passion to renovate and revive interesting older homes. Ellen and I completely fell in love with Safety Harbor upon our very first visit. Known as the Hidden Gem of Tampa Bay, Safety Harbor is voted No. 1 of the Most Charming small cities in Florida. It offers amazing natural beauty as well as award-winning restaurants, pubs, and shops as well as tons of unique festivities. Best of all, the locals are simply the friendliest people we have ever met. We have since renovated 4 vacation homes in Safety Harbor. Casa del Tren is one of the most FUN ones! It is dearly loved by us and our guests because of its unique Fun factor and Location. If you are interested in Knowing our Other Homes in Safety Harbor or Nashville Tennessee, they are not hard to find online: Casa Artista, Safety Harbor, Florida (4-6 Guests, Pet Friendly), Casa Blue, Safety Harbor, Florida (4 - 6 guests, Pet Friendly), Casa la Cala, Safety Harbor, Florida (6-8 Guests, Pet Friendly), Heidtke House, Nashville Tennessee ( 8 guests, Pet Free)
Why they chose this property
Fun Facts that You have to know :) Casa del Tren, the Spanish name for the Train House, is fondly named because of its unique location. Safety Harbor is an old railroad town and as such, one remote end of Casa del Tren's yard is bordered by the railway. Yes, a train does come by every now and then, typically 6 to 8 cars, that come and go in less than a minute. You may stay for days and never see or hear a single train. But if you are blessed with good luck and hear one passing by, would you please log it down and share it with us in the guest book? :)
What makes this property unique
Please Note: Although Casa del Tren is built on one level, there are however 1 individual floor level changes across the house. We carefully marked this level changes with prominent caution tape. Please pay extra attention to these floor level changes as listed here: 1. A 1.5-inch Level change from the living area to the rest of the house
Languages:
English, Chinese (Mandarin)
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