See all properties
Entire home

Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more!

Vacation home near Tampa Bay in Safety Harbor

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more!

Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Exterior
Exterior detail
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
Safety Harbor, FL
  • Place, Philippe Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Safety Harbor Waterfront Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Safety Harbor City Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

Safety Harbor

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tampa Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of Safety Harbor Waterfront Park with a stay here. Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center and Philippe Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
View more Vacation homes in St. Petersburg - ClearwaterOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Philippe Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Safety Harbor City Marina - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 29 min drive - 34.5 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 29 min drive
  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar fly - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Nona Slice House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bassano Cheesecake Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more!

Truly, there is only one cozy hideaway like this in Safety Harbor!

Romantic one bedroom cottage overlooking beautiful Tampa Bay. When you first enter Bay Vista cottage the view is a jaw dropper! You will love it. High waterfront location offers wonderful panoramic water views from your screened-in porch and living room. The cottage has a cozy kitchen adjoining an open dining room. The bedroom has a romantic fourposter bed. The living room is coastal decor with that fantastic view showcased throughout large windows. Your cottage is fully stocked with many extra amenities, including free WiFi, flat screen TVs with Amazon FireStick streaming installed, Amazon Alexa speaker, and Keurig coffee maker with K-pods included. Just walk in and start relaxing! There is a full size washer and dryer at your disposal. Please note, the bathroom has a tub/shower combo and there are several steps to enter the cottage. There is a private driveway (under tree shade) and some side parking available, fitting 2-4 cars.

This inviting retreat is perfect for couples. Private, quiet and very relaxing. Safety Harbor has much to offer. Downtown has an interesting mix of restaurants, bars and an unusual eclectic mix of shops and boutiques. The waterfront park has a mangrove boardwalk, yacht basin and pier. Early morning walks here are wonderful. Your cottage is a scenic 10 minute walk to town. Nearby you will also discover Philippe Park, another delightful walking venue and encounter the Pinellas County bike trail.

Centrally located with easy access to neighboring Dunedin, Tarpon Springs, Clearwater, and Tampa. Miles of Gulf beaches are about a 20-30 minute ride away. Orlando theme parks are 90 minutes drive from your cottage. Closer, you will find Busch Gardens theme park in Tampa, around 45 minutes away. Your home is also a 20 minute ride from Tampa International Airport. Discover this peaceful retreat for yourselves.

We want to show off our fascinating town!

Similar properties

Private kitchen
Waterfront Gorgeously Updated Apartment 2 Bed
Edgewater
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 7 reviews
Waterfront Gorgeously Updated Apartment 2 Bed

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cozy cottage with panoramic view of Tampa Bay
Waterfront Cottage With Panoramic Views of Tampa Bay
One of a kind cozy cottage with panoramic views of Tampa Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.4 mi (14-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.6 mi (27-min drive) from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 13.6 mi (32-min drive) from Clearwater Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Tampa Bay Downs (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! to downtown Safety Harbor?

This vacation home is 1 mi away from Safety Harbor.

Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Great stay

Bob and Vivian were excellent hosts and the cottage and surrounding Safety Harbor community is charming.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just spent a week in this charming cottage. Everything we could ever want or need was provided in a warm and cozy environment. We were able to walk to Philippe Park to view lush tropical vegetation and many varieties of birds. We couldn’t wish for a more relaxing enjoyable spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted A.

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

Cozy cottage

This was our second stay this year and third overall! We love this place for the spectacular view of the bay and proximity to downtown Safety Harbor. Bob and Vivian are excellent hosts and make sure that you have everything you need!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very peaceful and relaxing time at the cottage while major demo was going on at our house 5 mins away. Robert and Vivian were the best hosts and made us feel at home. We will highly recommend and even return!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Fabulous

This beautiful cottage is a treasure in Safety Harbor. The owners are wonderful. Highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

Perfect vista over the bay

Charming home, great location. Bob and.Vivian the perfect hosts.
Stayed 40 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany K.

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

couldn't recommend it more!

If I could give this place more stars I absolutely would! From the location to the beautiful cottage to the hosts, our stay here was nothing short of an amazing experience. Bob and Vivian were terrific hosts and made our stay all the more enjoyable. Definitely recommending this place to everyone I know!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila A.

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

Sweet spot in Safety Harbor

Thanks for your kind hospitality and Christmas spirit to start the new year. What a gem you have to enjoy the treasures of Safety Harbor (foodie heaven and great parks on the bay), Pinellas county and surrounding areas. We had a fun and cozy time - appreciated all the extra touches and goodies.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted A.

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

Best View of the Bay!

This was our second stay and we wish we could have stayed longer. The cottage is cozy and has everything you could possibly need. The screened porch is excellent for unwinding and taking in the beautiful view of Old Tampa Bay. The hosts are friendly and quick to answer any questions. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo B.

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

Coffee on the porch overlooking Tampa Bay is the way to start the day!

From the moment we arrived to the moment we left (did not want to) it was total relaxation. Our hosts were very gracious, accommodating and treated us like family. They provided recommendations on dining and sightseeing. The VRBO was also impeccable. Great experience! Cannot wait to return to this little slice of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Bayside Gem

Wonderfully appointed bungalow with great views. 15 minute walk to town with restaurants and shops. Hosts live next door and were great. Even gave us a battery jump (twice) for our rental car. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Relaxing and cozy retreat!

Thoroughly enjoyed this cottage. Exactly as advertised! Super clean and well equipped with everything you would need. Hosts were gracious and very pleasant. Very quiet and peaceful with beautiful views. We will be returning! It’s a little slice of heaven!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

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

Delightful

This is a very cute cottage. The screened porch is an added bonus. The view of Tampa Bay is beautiful. Safety Harbor has a lot to offer in the way of restaurants, parks and access to Tampa/St. Pete. The hosts are very friendly and have added several amenities to make any stay here extra special.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Paradise Found

Absolutely perfect in every way- host/hostess, home, views, town, extras, etc. The hots/hostess go out of their way to make you feel at home and enjoy your stay. Only negative was that we had to leave 😉. Definitely be back! Thanks R & V ☺️
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

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

Wonderful Relaxing Stay !!!!!

From the moment we arrived at the property we were wowed by the gorgeous setting of the cottage as well as the tremendous view of the Bay. The (all most 100 year old) cottage was perfect for us and beautifully decorated with all the comforts of home. The screened in porch offered a wonderful view of the daily sunrise emerging over the Bay. The town of Safety Harbor was a real treat with all the restaurants, shops, bicycle paths and beautiful parks. Our hosts Bob and Vivian were excellent!! They are very attentive and went overboard to make sure our stay was memorable !! We certainly want to return next year for another relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole R.

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

A Slice of Heaven on the Bay

The pictures don’t do it justice…a cute cottage across from the bay with incredible views. The living room is large and the couches are incredibly comfortable. Includes a screened in deck to enjoy the weather and view. Large picture windows with comfortable chairs are available in the living room to watch the glorious sunrises. if you need anything at all, Vivian and Bob are next door and your wishes will be granted. Wish we were neighbors back home.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marianne b.

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

Love the Peach Bungalow

Our second visit and another wonderful stay. The house is so very comfortable with everything provided that you may need including a well stocked kitchen with goodies and a lovely bottle of wine. The location just couldn’t be better with a front seat bay view of beautiful sunrises and sunsets. An excellent neighborhood for walking and a short stride into that great little downtown with nice shops and really good restaurants. Don’t miss the Sunday Farmer’s Market! Last but certainly not least, Robert and Vivian are superb hosts, always available for any questions or concerns. We loved meeting them! Enjoy this very special “home away from home”!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

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

Stunning

It was the best vrbo I ever stayed in so far. Cottage was super clean and beautifully decorated. The neighborhood is very safe. Safety harbor is a beautiful town lots of shops and restaurants. I could have just stayed there and lived there. We stayed for 11 days I could have stayed for 11 months. Vivian and Bob are the best hosts ever. Anything you needed they were right there. I will definitely be back again. Thank you Bob and Vivian you added a little touch of class to her vacation. ❤️🌹❤️🌹
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Splendid!

We spent two marvelous weeks on a staycation here while repairs were made to our home. We won’t wait for another flood to come back – this one is on the list! The cottage is exactly as pictured, eclectically curated with just the right amount of kitch to remind you its 100 years old. The pantry is plentiful and the hosts are warm and welcoming. The location is perfect, just a 15-minute walk to the busy Main Street shops and restaurants. However, once you step onto the front porch its easy to forget where you are as you take in the lush surroundings, peaceful view across the bay with great sunrises each morning.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

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

Gracious hosts

First of all, we want to thank our hosts for being very accomodating and gracious. The cottage was everything we wanted and more. We were greeted by Vivian and entered into the most relaxing and immaculate cottage filled with music ,candle scent and prefilled refrigerator with snacks to make us feel right at home. We were recently displaced from the hurricanes and under a tremendous amount of stress. But as soon as we were greeted early for our stay she made us feel welcome and at ease. The views of the bay were gorgeous and the morning sunrise coming through the front windows are breathtaking. Their cottage was filled with everything we could ever need. They were also very accomodating when our length of stay was up in the air due to our next rental being not available. We can not say enough about how much they helped us out and would not hesitate to return. were gr
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colby B.

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

Perfect home and location!

We had a fantastic stay at this cottage!! My wife and I are originally from the area and were down visiting friends and family for Christmas. The location is phenomenal and so convenient for us being that we have people to connect with all over Pinellas and Hillsborough counties. We loved walking our dog along the bayside into downtown Safety Harbor to enjoy the restaurants and shops, and waking up every morning to the sunrise over the bay was an awesome way to start our morning. The hosts were extremely accommodating, they even had the place decorated for Christmas when we arrived. It was a five star experience from top to bottom, we will definitely be staying here again when we make our annual trips to the Tampa Bay Area!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

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

Cozy cottage with spectacular view

This was our first VRBO, so we were a little nervous. We could not have been happier with the place or with our hosts, Bob and Vivian. They thought of everything to make this place a home away from home. We enjoyed our daily walks to Main St and the screened porch with the lovely view of the bay. I got some awesome pictures of a thunderstorm that rolled over the bay. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty J.

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

Wonderful place

Front row view to water and all the wildlife living in and around the bay. Out of the pages of a magazine decor and surroundings yet comfortable enough to call home for our 3 week visit. Hospitality was above and beyond from owners.
Stayed 23 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

PERFECT PLACE ON THE BAY

Vivian and Robert were the greatest hosts I’ve EVER had. I’ve stayed in many VRBO / Air B and B and they were absolutely amazing. Their cottage is clean, cozy, cool, and full of character. The view is spectacular and they ensure you have everything you would ever need! I have told so many others about their place already. Not one complaint. Beautiful lanai. Perfect location. Worth every cent. Thank you Robert and Vivian for everything! Best VRBO experience EVER. 5 stars!!!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Great location

We loved the nearly 100 year old property with a great view of the bay. It was cozy and in a great location. We could easily walk to Safety Harbor or to the nearby park. We enjoyed sitting in the screened porch looking at the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity