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Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom Sleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Cortez, FL
- Place, Cortez Beach3 min drive
- Place, Coquina Beach6 min drive
- Place, Historic Bridge Street Pier7 min drive
- Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.
The Blue Heron… a newly remodeled charming studio apartment in the historic fishing village of Cortez. Minutes to beaches, restaurants, shopping, and adventure! Many amenities within walking distance. Also many modes of free public transportation. Apartment is completely self-contained with a private entrance, outside lounge area, and parking at the door. Walk to the beach , shopping, convenient store. Bike and golf cart rentals along with bait shops and jet ski , kayaking, boat rentals and fishing charters.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Cortez
Located in Cortez, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coquina Beach and Bean Point Beach. Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, power boating and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Cortez, FL
What's nearby
- Bradenton Beach Marina - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Cortez Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- Coquina Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
- Coquina Baywalk - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
- Historic Bridge Street Pier - 7 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- AMOB on the Pier - 3 min drive
- Wicked Cantina - 2 min drive
- Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - 3 min drive
- Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - 2 min drive
- Circle K - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Hazel Petree

Your host Hazel is a third generation Cortezian, who along with her husband Steve, raised two sons in this home. Her family is one of the families who founded the fishing village of Cortez in the late 1800s.
Why they chose this property
Quiet location close to beaches and other amenities. No need for a car while vacationing as there are many restaurants, shopping, and activities within walking distance. There is also free transportation in the form of the Island trolley as well as the monkey bus.
What makes this property unique
Enjoy your own private outside relaxation area.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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