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Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay

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Living area
Marina
Aerial view
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 481.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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cortez, FL
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cortez Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay

The Gray House is a completely renovated historical cottage dating back to the early 1900s, in the historical fishing village of Cortez, Florida. The village was founded in 1865. The house was built on stilts by Mr. Ireland . He sold the house to Grey Fulford in 1933. Grey moved the house on to land.
He married Priscila Pringle and lived there until 1983.
The cottage has original hardwood floors, marble counter tops ,and beautiful views. The cottage has a king bed, pull out couch in the second bedroom , dish washer, built in refrigerator, gas stove, large microwave, grill, table and chairs on the back deck. The bath is spacious with a walk in double shower. There are 2 TVs with internet stations and apple tv.
The house is located on a 20000 square foot lot with a 60 foot dock on Sarasota Bay. There is a deep water slip( for rent but costs extra,35$/night). Kayaks are available on the premises with fishing gear and beach equipment..
The cottage has plenty of parking and is landscaped with indigenous plants only.
This is a perfect place to getaway and safely, relax.
The cottage is dog friendly but sorry no cats or birds .

Property manager

Robert S. Baker
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Languages

English

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Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No children under 5 year of age
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
But.. gatheing must be authorized by the owner
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Pets

No pets allowed
But .. check with the owner for exceptions
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: but.. gatheing must be authorized by the owner
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cortez

Located in Cortez, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cortez Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or Sarasota Kennel Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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cortez, FL

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Sound - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Cortez Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Jewfish Key - 7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Shack - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Island Time Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay located?

Located in the heart of Cortez, this golf cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez, Anna Maria Sound, and H2O Watersportz. Bradenton Beach Marina and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liam F.

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

Place was great.

Enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Great cottage

Wonderful long weekend on the water. Cozy and well stocked property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Wonderful place!

The house and location were amazing. We came shortly after the hurricanes (Helene and Milton), so the area was still rebuilding, but this house was an oasis. You can't beat the view, walking distance to some great restaurants, truly a special place. The house was very clean and equipped with almost everything you could possibly need. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

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

Fantastic Stay!

Such a wonderful rental. It's a historic property with an above average renovation. The amenities and host communication made for an excellent stay We were there a couple of weeks after the hurricanes and except for a couple of exterior features the entire property was near perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin L.

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Gavin lane

Great place . Great host
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

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

Week stay

Nice place. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn J.

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Spectacular

This location is so perfect. We live in a year round tourist area so we were after some peace. So close to Anna Maria for the beaches. Lots of seafood within walking distance. Great fishing off the pier. Very well appointed private house. Kitchen and bathrooms, awesome! Bonus- fridge makes ice. Close to Bradenton for anything at all you may need. I highly recommend this property and plan on visiting again. It was EXACTLY what we were looking for. We never even turned on a tv as there was plenty to watch live off the Large back deck (which is covered). Thank you for such a great 60th birthday. Cortez is a gem of a spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Amazing and relaxing home

We absolutely loved the house, property, and community. The house is very beautifully renovated and has very high quality amenities. So nice to be right on the Bay, spent lots of time bird watching and just relaxing. The house really encourages you to kick back and relax. I've been going to Cortez Village for years to go to the Starfish Company so highly recommend supporting this great local business. Make sure to go to their fish market for delicious fresh local fish to cook on the grill at the house. Host was very responsive and flexible. Amazing experience! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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Amazing Views!

I just love this house and the history of it and location. I have stayed here the last few years and intend to make it back evey year!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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Well suited for a couples getaway!

This is a very quiet and relaxing space, and is set up well for a couple. Within three or four blocks of the cottage there are places you can walk to have a meal. Within a 20 minute drive is one of the nicest beaches we’ve ever seen. The location is about a half hour from Sarasota and about an hour from St. Petersburg. There are some lovely restaurants located Ana Maria Island about 20 minutes drive. The cottage itself is outfitted well, clean and we found everything we needed. It was comfortable and restful. This location is superb for birdwatching. You will see all kinds of waterfowl. It was like a continual parade of Heron, pelican, and other birds like frigatebirds. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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Hidden gem!

Absolutely loved this place! It had EVERYTHING we needed! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Our favourite getaway!

A few years ago we found this listing and have found our perfect “getaway” retreat and have stayed many times since. It has now become a place where we share many memories with our daughter most recently Mother’s Day and a Birthday. The space is beautifully decorated with along with a beautiful gourmet kitchen that we love to prepare meals in. With waterfront views and a patio deck with plenty outdoor seating to relax and cook on a Weber grill we need not go anywhere although there is plenty to do being close to to Anna Marie Island and Longboat Key as well as Sarasota/Bradenton for plenty of activities. the owners are always helpful and friendly and make us feel right at home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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As advertised & Better!

After initially arriving at address a block away, we were delighted to locate The Gray House behind it! In addition to all that the listing shows is included, there were lovely small touches such as spices, custom coffee mugs, fresh water on the pier, bug spray & zappers on the porch and lots more. Really made the place feel like home, and location was perfect. Discovered Swordfish Grill & Cortez Kitchen hidden around the (water) corner and easy to get to all the popular places nearby: Bridge Street, AMI, St Armand's, Jewfish Key sandbar, gulf sunsets and so much more. And the folks in the quaint historic neighborhood were very kind and new boater accommodating. A little tight when our 2 adult-age daughters showed up but we were there to enjoy the outdoors and we did. Thank you, every thumb up I/we have!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen H.

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Great

We have stayed here before. This house used to belong to one of my wife’s relatives. Coming here to stay was like coming back home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

kate b.

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Always lovely

We love it here. Very peaceful. Great restaurants near by. We enjoy the kayaks and beach bikes. Can’t wait for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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Wonderful getaway!

We loved this place!! So peaceful and off the beaten track. Great restaurants, ice cream and a coffee shop (Foxi’s-worth going with beautiful garden). Easy access to AMI and beaches galore! The place was clean, well appointed and the outdoor area was perfect. Bird lover’s paradise. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

brison r.

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Cortez

Perfect comfortable home.great views from back porch.Short walk to restaurants.our second visit .Syeve is a great host..we will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

megan h.

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Wonderful

A clean quaint cottage with a beautiful view:) A very thoughtful home with anything you need was provided. Comfortable bed! Easy to get around the area. Quiet and relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty H.

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Old Fla Fun

Wonderful cottage on the bay. Very comfy, great birding and super location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E C.

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Beautiful Refreshing Vacation Paradise

My husband and I wanted a relaxing, laid back holiday on the water after the busyness of Christmas and we got it! This lovely restored home sits on the bay with a 60 foot dock in the fishing community of Cortez, FL. If you want the comforts of home in a cool historic community, surrounded by water and beautiful beaches on nearby Anna Maria Island, then this home is for you! We walked to a fun restaurant in the neighborhood and bought fresh fish from the nearby Starfish Market and never had to leave the house unless we wanted to adventure on the beautiful Gulf beaches of Anna Maria. Hope to be back soon! The owner is great with communication too!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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Fantastic property!

We had a very enjoyable stay at the Gray House. Location was amazing, loved having access to the kayaks, bikes, and fishing equipment. Listening to the birds on the back deck was a real treat!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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Beautiful and quiet

Beautiful house right on the water .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

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A beautiful stay on the water in quaint Cortez

We loved staying here. The views from the home and dock are unbeatable and the home has all the amenities you need to cook/bbq. We used the kayak and enjoyed checking our local restaurants. Convenient location to AMI too!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn P.

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S.Pearson

Owner was amazing, thanks for everything!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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Private and Quiet House on Cortez

The house is so charming,cozy, and modern. The architecture inside is very unique. There's a beautiful view of the water from the entire inside, and palm trees can be seen through all the windows. We brought fresh fish back from the nearby fish market and grilled on the deck. We regularly took the provided beach chairs and umbrella to Cortez beach. My husband especially enjoyed fishing on the fishing dock. I loved seeing the birds there.We rarely saw anyone at other docks so it was super private. The front yard is big which provides extra privacy at the house.There's an unattached garage out by the street which is very far away from the house-- which the owner occasionally visits, perhaps doing some quiet work inside of it. Briefly we saw him tending plants on the grounds but he stayed at a distance as if not to bother us. He was friendly when we approached him and was very accommodating and easy going. He provided countless perks that we greatly appreciated, from fishing bait-- to shampoo- to laundry soap! There's the cutest pineapple growing out front that we always fawned over when we came and went. Lots of awesome wildlife, too. Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robert S. Baker

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I'm a retired pharmacist. originally i moved to the village in 1976. in 1979 i moved to key west and spent my whole career there. I retired in 2012 and bought a cottage in the village in 2013 ,which i rented as a vacation rental. In 2017 I moved into this cottage, where I now live. Last august I bought The Gray House and I am now renting it as a vacation rental.

Why they chose this property

Cortez village is one of the last functioning fishing village still left in Florida. The ambiance of the old houses, coast guard station, , the public dock, the fishermen
bring in catches every day to Bell's fish house, the fresh fish daily at Starfish market, the local café , the local bars, the low tourist traffic, all add up to a great experience

What makes this property unique

Cortez has laid back quite atmosphere nestled close to the Anna Maria island beaches, close to Sarasota night life, close to Siesta Key shopping, close to boat tours and off shore fishing, close and to Tampa Bay Sports football, baseball and hockey.

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