Home > Blogs > Toni Weidman > Toni Weidman-Real Estate Plus

Philippe Park in picturesque Safety Harbor-Florida

By Toni Weidman

Real Estate Agent with Sailwinds Realty

June 11, 2011 08:09 AM

Philippe Park in the picturesque town of Safety Harbor-Florida is one the prettiest parks on the Florida's West Coast. It sits on the side of, and overlooks Old Tampa Bay and has scenic walkways along the water with lots of benches for sitting, relaxing and enjoying the view. Great for a family picnic too.

Philippe Park-Safety Harbor-FL www.tweidman.com

Philippe Park was acquired by the state in 1948 out of what was the plantation owned by Count Odet Philippe; who introduced cigar making and citrus culture to Florida. It was originally 162 acres.

Also, of historical interest, there is an Indian Mound that is listed in the National Register of Historic Landmarks. You'll have to climb the mound to see it or you can bicycle up.

There are still some huge oak trees within the 122 acre park. That's my 6ft. husband walking towards the tree. The park is one of our favorite haunts.

Philippe Park-Safety Harbor-FL www.tweidman.com

Speaking of haunts; the Count is buried somewhere in the park (his former home) but there's no use looking for him: the burial site is unknown.

Be sure to visit Philippe Park in Safety Harbor, Florida; it is just one gorgeous example of Florida’s parks. And, stop to explore the town of Safety Harbor-you will love it.

See Momma Manatee and Baby too in Safety Harbor.

Posts you may have missed.
Bushes with real Character at DisneyWorld Epcot Flower and Garden
Another Happy Homebuyer in Timber Greens-New Port Richey
Blood Lily is rare, amazing and very beautiful
June is National Adopt a Cat Month-SPCA Suncoast-New Port Richey
Cleared for Take Off in Holiday-Florida
Does She Have a Goat of a Chance?
Flash Mob on the Pond in Timber Greens
Historic Moon Lake Barn is part of Waters Edge-New Port Richey-FL
A Stormy Day at Mezzaluna Pizzeria-New Port Richey-Florida
ReMax Sunset Realty-Bayonet Point-FL - Balloons are us
Spherion Nature Coast will find your qualified workers
Baby Giraffe at Animal Kindom Lodge-DisneyWorld
Looking for Health Insurance-Modglin Insurance Services
A+ Tax and Accounting Service Inc. in New Port Richey-FL
Lookiing for Low-cost Dental Insurance here in New Port Richey-Florida

Home Sales in Gulf Harbors-New Port Richey-FL- May 2011

Re-Blog

Comments(14)

Comment

Show All Comments

Sort:

JoAnn Moore

The Mortgage Market of Delaware - Georgetown, DE

Home Loans in Delaware

Tomi, Very pretty area. Looks nice and cool with the shade trees and views of the water.

Jun 11, 2011 08:21 AM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

It is,JoAnn. Really old florida. Thanks.

Jun 11, 2011 08:26 AM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Toni,

Love the story of the park. It is certainly gorgeous. The story of the count is a delight. Our neighbor next door in Los Angeles, had a storied property. Audrey Hepburn and Mel Ferrer used to live there, and the man who started Bank of California was buried under the tree, he was the orginal owner and developer of our knoll. His maid claimed she could see his ghost at dusk, and he would tell her to go away! Perhaps, the count could be found by a medium? LOL A

Jun 11, 2011 10:15 AM

Alexandra, I love this place; and the history makes it more delightful. Since the park closes at dusk, we will never get a chance to see if Count Philippe walks his old home grounds. Perhaps, a medium would help.

I like your story too, Alexandra.

Jun 11, 2011 12:10 PM

Will Hamm

Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO

"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hi Toni, What a great place it looks like. Hope the state takes good care of it!

Jun 11, 2011 12:41 PM

Elizabeth Byrne

Keller Williams Realty - Arlington, VA

Arlington Virginia Real Estate

Toni, Plilippe Park looks amazing. What a wonderful place for the local residents and vistitors to walk and relax. I would love to visit the Philippe Park if I lived closer.

Jun 11, 2011 01:07 PM

Kathy Streib

Cypress, TX

Home Stager/Redesign

Toni- that is a spectular tree. That makes for an interesting tale... the Count is buried there but an unkown burial site...

Jun 11, 2011 01:16 PM

Kay Van Kampen

RE/MAX Broker, RE/MAX - Springfield, MO

Realtor®, Springfield Mo Real Estate

Tomi, that tree is huge. What a beautiful place to spend an afternoon.

Jun 11, 2011 02:13 PM

Karen Hawkins, MBA - Langley & Surrey, BC

Royal Pro Real Estate Network - Langley, BC

Toni - Philippe Park looks amazing! You take beautiful and compelling pictures - it would make anyone want to visit!

Jun 11, 2011 03:20 PM

Cara Marcelle Mancuso

Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes - Tucson, AZ

Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!

I love giant old trees - they are like a piece of history. When we went out a few years ago to South Carolina we got some amazing photos of big old trees - remind me of your photos above. Have a great weekend!

Jun 11, 2011 03:49 PM

Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366

Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA

General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

What a beautiful park you have in Florida Toni. Lots of big trees near the water, looks like fun.

Jun 11, 2011 07:52 PM

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX

Selling Homes Changing Lives

Oh yes! Safety Harbor does look like a beautiful place to live and visit! It's got a totally different look from what I would be expecting. The West Coast of Florida has such a diverse landscape. This one is just beautiful!

Patricia

Jun 12, 2011 01:16 AM

Kristine Ginsberg

Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ

NJ Home Stager

Toni -Philippe Park looks like a beautiful place to take a walk or run - I'd be there every morning. You did a great job capturing its beauty in photos. BTW - I just subscribed - love your blog!

Jun 12, 2011 01:18 AM

Endre Barath, Jr.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA

Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Toni, what a serene park, looks like you had a great time getting these photos, thank you for sharing with us, felt like we were there.

Jun 13, 2011 11:48 AM

Philippe Park in picturesque Safety Harbor-Florida

Comments(14)

Toni Weidman

Service Areas

Real Estate Resources

Recent Posts

Additional Information