Title: Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! Waterfront vacation home with a water park and a hot tub ## Photo gallery for Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! ![Exterior - Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! (Safety Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57970000/57964900/57964809/e00249f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! (Safety Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57970000/57964900/57964809/92c2537f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! (Safety Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57970000/57964900/57964809/aca58e06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! (Safety Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57970000/57964900/57964809/74dc7ba0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! (Safety Harbor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57970000/57964900/57964809/01ff888f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a high waterfront location, Bay Vista cottage offers panoramic Tampa Bay views from your screened-in porch and living room. This romantic retreat features a cozy kitchen, open dining room, and coastal decor with large windows showcasing the view. Unwind with free WiFi, flat screen TVs with Amazon FireStick streaming installed, an Amazon Alexa speaker, Keurig coffee maker with K-pods included. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Hot tub - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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! ## 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 - Water park - 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 ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60638800/60638706/1c795f58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'Harbor Hide Away' - Victorian Sweetheart Safety Harbor - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=60638706&PinnedHotelID=60638706&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92320000/92317400/92317381/f747a7d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Home - Luxury Relaxation - Heart of Safety Harbor Safety Harbor - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 113 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=92317381&PinnedHotelID=92317381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60638800/60638726/f7781471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Safety Harbor - Tropical Oasis Safety Harbor - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=60638726&PinnedHotelID=60638726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36090000/36089100/36089067/07ba6538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Villa! 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Safety Harbor - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=88074486&PinnedHotelID=88074486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.99988%2C-82.68068&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5oKXixS6u63Rone3lOKZ1Hdov08=) Safety Harbor, FL #### What's nearby - Philippe Park \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Safety Harbor Waterfront Park \- 12 min walk \- 1.1 km - Safety Harbor City Marina \- 2 min drive \- 1.4 km - Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center \- 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - Port of Tampa \- 36 min drive \- 39.7 km #### Getting around - Tampa Union Station - 29 min drive - St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk - ‪Bar fly - ‬16 min walk - ‪Bassano Cheesecake Cafe - ‬2 min drive - ‪Troubled Waters Brewing - ‬3 min drive - ‪Happy Salmon - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more!? ### What time is check-out at Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more!? ### Where is Waterfront harbor cottage, walking distance to downtown, near to beaches & more! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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