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

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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.

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4880 sq ft

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 transport

Car not required
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
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.
Accessible parking space
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways (97 centimetre high)
Hardwood flooring in public areas
In-room accessibility
No lift
Smooth flooring in public areas
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
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 centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
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
Snorkelling 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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Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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

This property does not have any lifts

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

About the area

Located in Cortez, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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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, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 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?

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