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Rains Cottage in Cedar Key, Florida is your tranquil waterfront escape. Enjoy beautiful bayside views and easy access to the town's vibrant attractions. Unwind in the inviting living room or step out onto the deck through your bedroom door to greet the day with a view of the bay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2635 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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.

Rains Cottage: Waterfront w/ dock and pet friendly!

Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include free WiFi and a balcony.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Unit size: 635 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs under 25 lbs with prior approval and $50 fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

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

Property is also known as

139226

About the area

Located in Cedar Key, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cedar Key Museum State Park and Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Southern Cross Sea Farms and Cat Island. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Cedar Key travel guide
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Cedar Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Cedar Key Florida
    City Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Cedar Key Water Tower and Fishing Pier on the Island City of Cedar Key, Levy County, Florida
    Cedar Key Pier
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cedar Key Historical Society Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Southern Cross Sea Farms
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Restaurants

  • 2nd Street Cafe
    8 min walk
  • The Tipsy Cow
    10 min walk
  • Fishbonz on Third
    5 min walk
  • Tiki Bar @ Low Key Hideaway
    2 min drive
  • 1842 Daily Grind & Mercantile
    4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rains Cottage: Waterfront w/ dock and pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rains Cottage: Waterfront w/ dock and pet friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rains Cottage: Waterfront w/ dock and pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rains Cottage: Waterfront w/ dock and pet friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rains Cottage: Waterfront w/ dock and pet friendly! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce and Cedar Key Historical Society Museum. Cedar Key Pier and City Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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Rains Cottage: Waterfront w/ dock and pet friendly! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location. Clean, Wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

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

Charming cottage

Great location and great fishing
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D'Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice small cabin. Comfortable, clean and neat. Everything we needed available. Location was good. Nice deck over the water. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Cozy little bungalow in a great location!

This is the perfect place for a Cedar Key getaway. Close to everything but very quiet and it feels like you have the whole back bayou to yourself when you’re relaxing on the dock. The birdwatching was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

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

Convenient cottage

On main road, but view out back compensates. Close to all island activities. Great cottage for a couple (and dog).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Off Grid

Needed a get away… not far but far enough. Great location with fantastic deck to enjoy great sunrises. Love Cedar key and this location if perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty G.

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

Mothers Day gift to my mom

My Dad, Brother and I booked this for a weekend getaway for my mom. This is was she said, "It was comfy, great location, quiet, clean. Older place but would definitely stay again."
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas U.

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

Cozy getaway

My wife and I came to Cedar Key for a quick trip away from home. Rains Cottage is a wonderful property. It is probably one of the nicest rentals we have been to. The local people were very friendly. There were lots of choices for restaurants. We found a great Tiki Bar up the road which was a lot of fun. We loved staying at Rains Cottage and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Pure slice of heaven.

We absolutely enjoyed our first stay in Cedar Key at Rains Cottage. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed and then some. The location was within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. To be able to watch the sun rise and sun set with just a small walk from the cottage was breath taking. We look forward to returning to Cedar Key/ Rains Cottage sooner than later.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Had a wonderful time

To stay, was very enjoyable the view out the back was very nice. The place was clean. The only thing was I had a little bit of a hard time with the parking in the front. I have a big truck and there’s not a lot of parking other than that the stay in the property we are very nice thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

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

Weekend getaway

We had never been to cedar Kay and would call it a nice little drinking village. No good places to swim or fish but had fun riding the golf cart and visiting the shops and bars. The house was so cute and perfect for a couple. View was great but the water was too shallow and muddy for fishing. Overall we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place to relax and enjoy the local food. Everyone was very friendly. Had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, well maintained, clean and in a good location. The host provided excellent information that was necessary because of the somewhat remote location which made for an excellent getaway spot
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a BEAUTIFUL cottage, quaint and warm, wonderfully decorated! Easy in and out, property owners are GREAT communicators who made everything a breeze! I highly recommend Rains Cottage as a FANTASTIC place to stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Rains Cottage was very nice and clean. We enjoyed the view of the water and watching the oyster beds appear at low tide and the water birds. So glad we brought our binoculars. We had a very relaxing trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and welcoming. Cedar Key is one of the friendliest we have visited. We will definitely stay again. Most likely sooner than later.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice thoroughly enjoyed the Island. Inside the cottage very clean and comfortable ….front landscape needs a little attention, deck needs a good cleaning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Enid

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Only one chair to sit outside
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

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

Lovely little cottage

This was such a great place with just enough space to be comfortable, and it's cute! The location is walkable to everything, especially Annie's across the street for breakfast. The view is super when the tide is high. The outside sitting area could have used a good cleaning, but still enjoyable. Be careful with children or pets on the back porch because there is no 'gate' separating the sitting area from the docks. It was an awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ms. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage and an awesome town! Our host is always very considerate and were always available to answer any questions we had! Provisions at the cottage were perfect! The bed is super cozy, the dinette is adorable, the deck is wonderful to chill out on and read (when its not too hot) and the sunrise view from the back porch is amazingly beautiful! Evening walks to and around downtown were the best! I will always give this place 5 stars! Ths ONLY quam that i had was the showerhead. It did the job but please replace it. This is our second stay here and it has become an annual vacation. We will be coming again for sure next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025