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

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Located in the charming fishing village of Cortez, Florida, The Gray House offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind on the spacious back deck with table and chairs, or explore Sarasota Bay from the 60-foot dock. With original hardwood floors and marble countertops inside, this cozy cottage provides ample space for relaxation.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 482 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

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 in1870 . He sold the house to Grey Fulford in 1931. Grey moved the house on to land.
He married Priscilla Pringle and lived there until 1989.
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 2.5 acre lot with a 60 foot dock on Sarasota Bay. There is (1) deep water slip and Kayaks (3) available on the premises with (3) fishing rods and beach equipment..
The cottage has plenty of parking for boat trailers It is landscaped with indigenous plants only. The house is wheel chair accessible from a walkway and ramps up through the back door.
This is a perfect place to getaway and safely, relax.
The cottage is dog friendly but 😣 no cats or birds .

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (38 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: only outside

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 880 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: but .. check with the owner for exceptions

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: no children under 5 year of age

Events

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

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
cortez, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach Marina - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cortez Beach - 4 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

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

Restaurants

  • ‪AMOB on the Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬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?

Check-out 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, Blue Water Explorers, and Anna Maria Sound. H2O Watersportz and Bradenton Beach Marina are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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