A Rare Spanish Revival Retreat - Modern Comfort + Steps to Water & Downtown!

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A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by colorful plates and bowls, a red armchair, and a sofa in the background.
A spacious living room with hardwood flooring, a grey sofa, a red chair, and a fireplace.
A hallway leading to a dining area with a red chair, wooden benches, and a patterned rug.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a small table with a tray of items.
A modern house with a large window, a small porch, and a door with a glass panel.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • 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

  • Patio
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Vegetarian breakfast available

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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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 BayCare Ballpark or Raymond James Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Map
Safety Harbor, FL

What's nearby

  • Tampa Bay - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Safety Harbor City Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 28 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 27 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nona Slice House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar fly - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Johnny's Italian Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paul's Chicago Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Rare Spanish Revival Retreat - Modern Comfort + Steps to Water & Downtown! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at A Rare Spanish Revival Retreat - Modern Comfort + Steps to Water & Downtown!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Rare Spanish Revival Retreat - Modern Comfort + Steps to Water & Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Rare Spanish Revival Retreat - Modern Comfort + Steps to Water & Downtown!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Rare Spanish Revival Retreat - Modern Comfort + Steps to Water & Downtown! located?

Situated in Safety Harbor, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Safety Harbor City Marina and Tampa Bay. Safety Harbor Waterfront Park and Ruth Eckerd Hall 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

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
The house was clean, charming with a great vintage vibe, and in a fantastic location for enjoying Safety Harbor!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2026
Hi Robert, Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the home's character and its great location — Safety Harbor really does have something special. It was such a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime you’re in the area! All the Best, John & Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our Christmas holiday with comfortable beds, great internet access, beautifully finished kitchen and bathrooms. It was perfect for our stay! The location was fabulous.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2026
Hey Lydia, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear the house was a great fit for your Christmas stay and that you were able to relax and enjoy your time together. 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. All the Best, John & Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect get-away

Nicely appointed property and gracious hosts. Great location in quiet area. Loved the walkability to parks, waterfront trails and downtown. Will look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2025
Hey Bo, Apologies for the delayed response. We genuinely appreciate your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful holiday stay at Casa la Joya and We’d love to welcome you back anytime!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

July visit

Very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our visit to Safety Harbor and the house was perfect for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2024
Hi Jason, thank you for your kind words! We appreciate you choosing our place and being our guests. Please do keep us in mind for a return trip to Safety Harbor, 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
We had such a wonderful stay at this VRBO in Safety Harbor! The home was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. It had everything we needed to feel right at home, from a well-stocked kitchen to cozy spaces for relaxing after a day out.The location couldn’t have been better. It was peaceful and quiet, yet still close to all the charm of downtown Safety Harbor, including great restaurants, shops, and scenic spots to walk. We especially loved starting our mornings with a walk and coming back to enjoy coffee in such a relaxing setting.The hosts were fantastic—responsive, thoughtful, and clearly take pride in making sure guests have a great experience. Every detail felt intentional and welcoming.We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and convenient getaway in Safety Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2026
Hey Tonya, Thank you for your kind words, and for taking such great care of our place during your stay—we truly appreciate it! Ellen and I are so glad to have hosted you. You were wonderful guests, and we would happily recommend you to any host. Please keep us in mind for a return visit—we’d love to welcome you back anytime! All the best, John and Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique

Great experience Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hey Sebron, Thank you so much! Ellen and I are so glad you had a great experience. 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

Fantastic

Clean, beautifully appointed home in a great location. John and Ellen are very attentive. We would definitely come back here again.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
Thank you Rick, we appreciate your kind words! Thank you also for being a five-star guest! Please do keep us in mind for a return visit, 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

80th Birthday

House was perfect for celebrating my 80th birthday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2025
Hey Virginia, Thank you for your review! We’re honored that you chose our home for such a special occasion. Wishing you a wonderful year ahead, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We needed a place to stay that was dog friendly and were so happy we came across this gem! The house was charming and cozy and had everything we needed to make us feel welcome and comfortable! There were lots of little extras that aren't always included at places we stay. We were grateful to have water bottles in the refrigerator since we ended out arriving much later than we expected and didn't have time to stop to get more waters. Communication was fast and they let us stay an extra night last minute. Yay!Our favorite thing was the location! Every morning, I walked to South Bayshore Blvd., then to the Bayfront Boardwalk Trail along Waterfront Park to watch the sunrise. It was just two a little over two miles there and back. Main Street was also in walking distance and we enjoyed getting pizza from Nona's to bring home, and ice cream from Strachan's. The huge historical oak trees are also fun to walk to. It was an easy, short drive to Clearwater, a billion stores, restaurants of every kind, and a welcoming church we decided to visit (Countryside Christian Church). Our drive to see the sunset on Honeymoon Island was only about 25 minutes (much longer coming back because we got stuck in all the traffic exiting the park). The only thing we had trouble figuring out was how to open the interior doors, but I'm sure that was user error and just because they are different than what we are used to. Bring a charging block for next to the beds. Plenty of outlets! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2026
Hey Jena, Thank you so much for this thoughtful review! It was truly a pleasure having you (and your pup!) stay with us. Thank you for the wonderful recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another Safety Harbor getaway! John & Ellen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Retreat!!!

It was such a pleasure staying at Casa La Joya. It was an incredible experience. Having previously stayed at John and Ellen’s other properties, I was excited to find that their new location in Safety Harbor was just as amazing. From the moment I arrived, I felt at home, every detail was carefully considered. The ambiance is both cozy and elegant, creating a perfect retreat. My dog Chloe and I had such a wonderful time. The fenced yard was a definite plus for Chloe. Within walking distance we found a very nice dog park. We were also able to walk down to the water front and downtown main street. John and Ellen are exceptional hosts, ensuring that everything was just right for our stay. Their attention to detail and hospitality truly sets them apart. Whether you're traveling solo, with a pet, or with family and friends, I can’t recommend this house enough!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2024
Hey Cheryl, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you and Chloe had such a wonderful time at Casa La Joya. It's always a pleasure to welcome returning guests, and we're thrilled that our new home in Safety Harbor met your expectations. Ellen and I will be looking forward to your next visit! John
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