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Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 4 85 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Safety Harbor, FL
- Place, Ruth Eckerd Hall4 min drive
- Place, BayCare Ballpark5 min drive
- Place, Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex5 min drive
- Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)25 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Casa del Tren - Rare Availability + Serious Fun!
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.
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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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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 Clearwater Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Raymond James Stadium or George M. Steinbrenner Field.
Safety Harbor, FL
What's nearby
- Ruth Eckerd Hall - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
- BayCare Ballpark - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
- Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
- Westfield Countryside Mall - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
- Tampa Bay Downs - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Nona Slice House - 6 min walk
- Bar fly - 12 min walk
- Bassano Cheesecake Cafe - 7 min walk
- Starbucks - 11 min walk
- Screaming Jalapeno - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
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)
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? :)
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
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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