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Villa Italia "Villas by Christine"

Villa with kitchen, near Tampa Bay

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Safety Harbor, FL

Place, Ruth Eckerd Hall
‪4 min drive‬
Place, BayCare Ballpark
‪5 min drive‬
Place, Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Safety Harbor

This villa places you within a leisurely stroll of Tampa Bay and Safety Harbor Waterfront Park. The villa includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

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What's nearby

Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Ruth Eckerd Hall - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
BayCare Ballpark - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
Westfield Countryside Mall - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

Tampa Union Station - 27 min drive
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Nona Slice House - ‬6 min walk
‪Bar fly - ‬9 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
‪Bassano Cheesecake Cafe - ‬4 min walk
‪Troubled Waters Brewing - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Villa Italia "Villas by Christine"

Welcome to Villa Italia, a beautifully renovated Italian-inspired home on a quiet residential street in Safety Harbor. This villa combines timeless elegance with modern comforts and upscale amenities to create the perfect getaway.
The villa features two spacious primary suites, each with private bathrooms—one upstairs and one downstairs. The upstairs suite includes a queen bed and a full-size couch for relaxing. The fully equipped kitchen and large smart TVs in the living spaces offer everything you need for comfort and entertainment. Located just steps from Safety Harbor’s Main Street, recently ranked #10 in USA Today’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Main Street in America, Villa Italia offers easy, walkable access to downtown’s charming boutiques, restaurants, pubs, and cultural spots. You can park your car upon arrival and explore the vibrant city on foot.
We welcome pets — please let us know in advance if you’ll be bringing one. A $100 pet fee applies. Portable cribs and children’s amenities are available upon request.Like all our villas, beach gear such as chairs, towels, and toys are provided for your visits to nearby beaches and parks.
If you’re planning a family reunion or need extra space, consider staying alongside our sister properties Villa Key West and Harbor House Villa, all located just steps from one another.
At Villas by Christine, we pride ourselves on delivering resort-quality lodging with all the comfort and convenience of home. I live nearby and am available to assist with any questions during your stay. We look forward to welcoming you to beautiful Safety Harbor!

The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

Property amenities

Beach

Beach loungers
Beach towels

Internet

Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Books
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library

Outdoor areas

Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

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

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Electric car charging station
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Recycling
Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

This property welcomes pets
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Villa Italia Italian Charm Meets 21st Century

567192

Villa Italia Italian Charm Meets 21st Century House

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this villa?

This villa is located in Safety Harbor, a short 10-minute walk from Tampa Bay and also 11 minutes on foot from Safety Harbor Waterfront Park. You'll also find Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center and Safety Harbor City Marina less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this villa?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

Is this villa associated with a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.

Is Villa Italia "Villas by Christine" good for couples?

Couples staying at this villa will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does Villa Italia "Villas by Christine" have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.

Does this villa include breakfast service?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this villa allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.

Are there connecting rooms at this villa?

No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE), which is 7.5 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is located 15.7 mi away (20-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Villa Italia "Villas by Christine"?

Yes, every villa at Villa Italia "Villas by Christine" comes with a deck.

Villa Italia "Villas by Christine" Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Sep 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family

Jul 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Christine & Husband are very welcoming host!!! We ❤️ it!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon R.

Jun 16, 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Apr 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Safety Harbor Italia for Easter

Property and business are awesome. Very convenient location and Safety Harbor is the bomb!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert S.

Apr 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent spot

Wonderful spot for Safety Harbor. Clean. Well stocked. Loved the small deck in the back. Lots of loud frogs. Highly recommended.

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole W.

Mar 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

The property was very clean and well furnished. It’s a very short walk to Main St. and the waterfront. The screened back patio is a lovely oasis. Christine has thought about everything to make your stay comfortable.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

we really enjoyed staying at The Villas By Christine. It was the perfect location and the VRBO was charming. Can’t wait to go back in the fall.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie Z.

Feb 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay

We loved Villa Italia. It’s in a great location, very clean, and is equipped with everything you might need. Makes for an easy getaway!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Jan 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay!

The home was fantastic! Centrally located and very walkable for Safety Harbor. We had a great time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Jan 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

The owners have thought of everything!! The place is modern, so clean, well stocked. The back porch is beautiful facing a pond and magnificent old tree. Visited by a couple of egrets every day. The town is two blocks away and very walkable! The hosts were prompt always and friendly! We will be back for sure!!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Dec 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Italia Review

Perfect location! Great patio that looked out over a very tree filled water area! Will be back again! Christine runs an awesome business and property!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

Nov 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Villa Italia by Christine

We stayed at the villa Italia for the whole month of October. We loved everything about this home! From the first contact with Christine, to the day we had to say goodbye, I would have to say PERFECT is the best word to describe our stay. Christine has thought of everything possible that you would need which was truly wonderful. The beds are extremely comfy and the screened in porch overlooking a pond was our favorite spot to hang out. I only hope it is available when we make our next trip to Safety Harbor!!

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Nov 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

The Villas

This place is terrific, this was my 3rd stay and wont be the last. Christine the host is the best ! and very accommodating. Excellent location !

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erikka C., Live Oak, Florida

Oct 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and great location!!!

The owners of this unit have more than one and we have stayed in those as well. They are wonderful hosts and do all they can to make your visit to Beautiful safety Harbor unforgettable. Highly Recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgann G.

Sep 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Terrific Vacation Rental!

I helped my grandaughter, her husband & their baby move to Florida. We stayed at this property 3 nights to give them time to find more permanent housing. It was perfect, very clean, updated, extremely well stocked with everything needed, including snacks which were greatly enjoyed after a long day of travel. Beds were very comfortable, AC in every room was terrific, large screen TV with streaming channels was also great. We found time for a day at the beach and enjoyed the provided beach towels, beach bag, chairs & umbrella. I highly recommend this property.....and thank you Christine for being so attentive to everything!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Jul 23, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

10 Star Villa

There is not enough room here to tell you how amazing and lovely this property is! It all begins with walking into a well appointed living space and being welcomed with a bottle of delicious red wine and a kind note from the owners! There is a welcome manual which we found to be very helpful, too. It gave an overview of the property and suggestions for local places to eat. The unit is located within walking distance to Main Street which has many fun shops and eateries. The owners have also made sure that guests have everything they need from nice, extra thick beach towels to a basket of items you may have forgotten to bring. Nothing has gone unnoticed! In addition, there are instructions with pics on how to operate all systems such as the TVs, Alexa, and the air units. The unit is decorated beautifully and is extremely clean! The Italian Villa is truly the best vrbo we have ever rented and we are already planning on returning In the near future.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Jun 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Italian Villa Getaway

This was the third time we have stayed at the Villa Italia. We love it. The Villa is super clean and has just about anything you could think of to meet your needs. Christine is is a super host.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

May 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Great house! Great location. Very comfortable and lots of character. Quiet neighborhood and very comfortable sleep. Close to great restaurants and beach.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Apr 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Clean and beautiful. All the amenities. Beautiful view from the back porch. Love the old oak tree. Walkable to everything. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Apr 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and fantastic location

What a gem! Just blocks from many good restaurants in downtown Safety Harbor. Perfect house layout for a family of four. The host is top notch. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

warren M., stoneham ma

Feb 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded our expectations!!!

As many Northeners, we were looking to escape the cold for a bit this winter. The Villa Italia by Christine on VRBO caught my husband's eye and we were enchanted with the pictures so we booked it. Well, the place is even lovelier in person. The hosts have thought of everything you would need. Nice fluffy towels, fresh scented sheets, comfortable beds, beach towel and chairs. They even had some basic toiletries in case you had forgotten to pack something. The house is tastefully decorated with items directly from Italy. Before leaving home I thought of bringing some kitchen gadgets that I always use but decided against it. I must say, everything I was thinking of bringing was already in this kitchen. There were even spices, sugar and coffee. Also a bin of emergency items!! That was such a plus. The home is a stone's throw to Main Street with fabulous restaurants and stores; a truly walking city. This was such a delightful find. The hosts were friendly, kind and helpful with suggestions for entertainment. It was our first time renting through VRBO and all I can say, the hosts have set the bar very high for our expections for other places. You will not be disappointed if you rent this villa. I will be telling everyone what a fantastic find Villas by Christine is.

Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C., United States

Dec 28, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Safety Harbor

This is our second time staying at this property! It’s the perfect location for us. This is a charming cottage. It has everything you will need and is clean, safe and in walking distance to some great restaurants. We book for Christmas and the owner has a full Xmas tree in the living room so all we needed to bring were the gifts. We will return!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindi H., Crystal River, FL

Dec 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Villa Italia Never Disappoints

We have stayed here multiple times with friends and/or family.. Comfortable, clean, well equipped and absolutely beautiful. Christine has everything you need for a wonderful stay in Safety Harbor.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor W.

Nov 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lot's of extras!

Very modern and updated. Very comfortable...lot's of extras like snack packs, coffee, water, beach towels. Wonderful back yard sitting area that is beautifully lit up at night.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donovan M., Aberdeen, MD U.S.A.

Nov 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

So many things to like

This was hands-down, the cleanest property we’ve ever rented. Christine‘s choices to make it a themed suite were impeccable with many small touches. The location can’t be beat and Safety Harbor is a lovely town as is Dunedin next-door.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023