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Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
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Interior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Cortez

Heart of Cortez.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Blue Water Explorers and Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez. H2O Watersportz and Anna Maria Sound are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Sound - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cortez Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Coquina Beach - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Shack - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Island Time Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive

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 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.

Property manager

Hazel Petree

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Private retreat minutes to the beach!

Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Short Stay

We wanted a couple nights in Crotez prior to a longer stay on the island. We wanted to be able to walk to restaurants in Cortez and have the ability to go over to Bridge Street and the beach. This was perfect! We have already talked about coming back for a longer stay. The beverages and popcorn was a fun little treat. The unit had everything you would need for a stay and was so clean and quiet. We enjoyed sitting outside and having coffee in the morning. Perfect quiet little place for a couple. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cortez

Great place to stay. Perfect for 2 people. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

lovely little launching spot

This was truly the perfect spot for exploring Cortez and Anna Maria Island. Beautiful beaches and lots of options for dining within walking distance. The accommodations were quiet, cozy, and clean. I can’t wait to return for another visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice and clean

Very nice and clean place. Perfect for a couple. Nice outside private sitting area. Close to bridge and island. Had fun walking biking over bridge Driving easy too
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazingly convenient & relaxing!

Everything was amazing! The whole process was smooth! They were excellent hosts! This property was immaculately clean & it was in the perfect location to all of the beautiful sites… We are very happy & grateful…
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Very cozy little place to stay for the weekend with good access to Annamarie Island
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gulf Getaway

This cozy spot filled all of our needs & we look forward to staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you

Perfect for weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Loved this little hidden Gem...Stayed 5 nights and loves it. So convent to everything never took our car out of the drive. The Trolley is just over the bridge, great food and drinks up and down the island. Will be back for sure.. Oh yes and super clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Clair J K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Janine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ken h., CLEVELAND

Liked: Cleanliness

Visiting Parents

Property was as usual, 2nd year in a row staying. Clean and walking distance to where my parents are staying.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

terrie o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

The apartment is adorable, clean and is very conveniently located. I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

PENNIE T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liane and Craig E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quivk 2 day stay

Efficiency room with a private entrance within s private house. Perfect for a quick layover
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

Very well stocked, remodled like NEW, studio apartment with all amenities. Quiet neighborhood on dead end street with convenient parking. Bed was comfortable and AC worked great. Location was close to restaurants, AMI/Longboat Key and Bradenton. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean Quiet and great location

All good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so cozy and nice and very good price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

Listing is exactly as described. Very quiet and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little getaway stop

Amazing location, small and quaint. Close to the beach, the bed is super comfy. I would definitely stay here again. A/C a little noisy but I’m always sensitive to sounds but my boyfriend agreed it was a little loud but not anything bad for an average guest I’m sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and Cozy

This is our fourth year staying here. Hazel is a wonderful hostess!! The room is nicely furnished, very clean, and private. Hazel provides complimentary coffee, water, sodas, half-and-half, microwave popcorn, beach chairs, beach towels, and a cooler. Great restaurants are within walking and biking distance and the beach is across the bridge. I enjoy having my coffee in the cozy outdoor seating area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Lovely, cozy place a short drive from the beach. So thoughtful! Had everything we needed- beach chairs and towels, beach umbrella, water, and information about things to do! Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

The host was very accommodating with Coffee, Sodas, Popcorn, Creamer. Easy excess to the beach, amazingly good places to eat. The accommodations are great for 2 people nice clean room. We made a couple of cat friend while there. We will definitely book there again. Thank You to the host Hazel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley C.

Liked: Cleanliness

What an amazing stay!

What a beautiful area and I feel like we struck gold with this room. The room was beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. All the little details were amazing....there were water, sodas and coffee creamer waiting for us in the refrigerator, the space was well put together. There was a sitting area outside as well. This was the perfect environment to relax in and curl up with a good book or a movie. We were fortunate enough to meet our host Hazel. What a lovely lady. This room is close to the beach, restaurants and shops. Perfect little getaway! thank you Hazel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Foster A.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMI Holiday

As soon as we stepped into the unit we smiled. It was bright and clean. Then it got better with all the thoughtful amenities from our host. A new bag of coffee and a full carton of half & half, cold bottled water and soft drinks. Plenty of towels, body wash,nice shampoo and conditioner. A beach bag with towels and a cooler were also provided, which we greatly appreciated. There were a lot of thoughtful touches. The neighborhood was quiet and there were coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024