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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

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 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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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Cortez travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Sarasota, florida, bradenton beach, Shutterstock ID 1052846027, Purchase Order: Wave 0 First Batch, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Hotels.com / BEX, Other: Mixed Budget
    Bradenton Beach
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Colorful sunrise over Bridge Street Pier Anna Maria Island
    Historic Bridge Street Pier
    3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • A89G4C Cortez Beach in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida
    Cortez Beach
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Anna Maria Sound
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bradenton Beach Marina
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    3 min drive
  • Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier
    4 min drive
  • Wicked Cantina
    3 min drive
  • Beach House Waterfront Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Star Fish Company
    6 min walk

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.

How much is parking at Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay?

On-site parking is available at the 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, Anna Maria Sound, and H2O Watersportz. Palma Sola Bay and Bradenton Beach Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

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10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Amazing Views!

I just love this house and the history of it and location. I have stayed here the last few years and intend to make it back evey year!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty H.

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

Old Fla Fun

Wonderful cottage on the bay. Very comfy, great birding and super location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

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

A beautiful stay on the water in quaint Cortez

We loved staying here. The views from the home and dock are unbeatable and the home has all the amenities you need to cook/bbq. We used the kayak and enjoyed checking our local restaurants. Convenient location to AMI too!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

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

Week stay

Nice place. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory E.

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

Beautiful house!

Beautifully renovated historic house! Owner has thought to provide everything for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

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

Fantastic Stay!

Such a wonderful rental. It's a historic property with an above average renovation. The amenities and host communication made for an excellent stay We were there a couple of weeks after the hurricanes and except for a couple of exterior features the entire property was near perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Fantastic property!

We had a very enjoyable stay at the Gray House. Location was amazing, loved having access to the kayaks, bikes, and fishing equipment. Listening to the birds on the back deck was a real treat!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Wonderful place!

The house and location were amazing. We came shortly after the hurricanes (Helene and Milton), so the area was still rebuilding, but this house was an oasis. You can't beat the view, walking distance to some great restaurants, truly a special place. The house was very clean and equipped with almost everything you could possibly need. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

megan h.

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

Wonderful

A clean quaint cottage with a beautiful view:) A very thoughtful home with anything you need was provided. Comfortable bed! Easy to get around the area. Quiet and relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

kate b.

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

Always lovely

We love it here. Very peaceful. Great restaurants near by. We enjoy the kayaks and beach bikes. Can’t wait for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

Wonderful getaway!

We loved this place!! So peaceful and off the beaten track. Great restaurants, ice cream and a coffee shop (Foxi’s-worth going with beautiful garden). Easy access to AMI and beaches galore! The place was clean, well appointed and the outdoor area was perfect. Bird lover’s paradise. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

brison r.

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

Cortez

Perfect comfortable home.great views from back porch.Short walk to restaurants.our second visit .Syeve is a great host..we will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Amazing and relaxing home

We absolutely loved the house, property, and community. The house is very beautifully renovated and has very high quality amenities. So nice to be right on the Bay, spent lots of time bird watching and just relaxing. The house really encourages you to kick back and relax. I've been going to Cortez Village for years to go to the Starfish Company so highly recommend supporting this great local business. Make sure to go to their fish market for delicious fresh local fish to cook on the grill at the house. Host was very responsive and flexible. Amazing experience! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E C.

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

Beautiful Refreshing Vacation Paradise

My husband and I wanted a relaxing, laid back holiday on the water after the busyness of Christmas and we got it! This lovely restored home sits on the bay with a 60 foot dock in the fishing community of Cortez, FL. If you want the comforts of home in a cool historic community, surrounded by water and beautiful beaches on nearby Anna Maria Island, then this home is for you! We walked to a fun restaurant in the neighborhood and bought fresh fish from the nearby Starfish Market and never had to leave the house unless we wanted to adventure on the beautiful Gulf beaches of Anna Maria. Hope to be back soon! The owner is great with communication too!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Our favourite getaway!

A few years ago we found this listing and have found our perfect “getaway” retreat and have stayed many times since. It has now become a place where we share many memories with our daughter most recently Mother’s Day and a Birthday. The space is beautifully decorated with along with a beautiful gourmet kitchen that we love to prepare meals in. With waterfront views and a patio deck with plenty outdoor seating to relax and cook on a Weber grill we need not go anywhere although there is plenty to do being close to to Anna Marie Island and Longboat Key as well as Sarasota/Bradenton for plenty of activities. the owners are always helpful and friendly and make us feel right at home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn J.

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

Spectacular

This location is so perfect. We live in a year round tourist area so we were after some peace. So close to Anna Maria for the beaches. Lots of seafood within walking distance. Great fishing off the pier. Very well appointed private house. Kitchen and bathrooms, awesome! Bonus- fridge makes ice. Close to Bradenton for anything at all you may need. I highly recommend this property and plan on visiting again. It was EXACTLY what we were looking for. We never even turned on a tv as there was plenty to watch live off the Large back deck (which is covered). Thank you for such a great 60th birthday. Cortez is a gem of a spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Well suited for a couples getaway!

This is a very quiet and relaxing space, and is set up well for a couple. Within three or four blocks of the cottage there are places you can walk to have a meal. Within a 20 minute drive is one of the nicest beaches we’ve ever seen. The location is about a half hour from Sarasota and about an hour from St. Petersburg. There are some lovely restaurants located Ana Maria Island about 20 minutes drive. The cottage itself is outfitted well, clean and we found everything we needed. It was comfortable and restful. This location is superb for birdwatching. You will see all kinds of waterfowl. It was like a continual parade of Heron, pelican, and other birds like frigatebirds. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

As advertised & Better!

After initially arriving at address a block away, we were delighted to locate The Gray House behind it! In addition to all that the listing shows is included, there were lovely small touches such as spices, custom coffee mugs, fresh water on the pier, bug spray & zappers on the porch and lots more. Really made the place feel like home, and location was perfect. Discovered Swordfish Grill & Cortez Kitchen hidden around the (water) corner and easy to get to all the popular places nearby: Bridge Street, AMI, St Armand's, Jewfish Key sandbar, gulf sunsets and so much more. And the folks in the quaint historic neighborhood were very kind and new boater accommodating. A little tight when our 2 adult-age daughters showed up but we were there to enjoy the outdoors and we did. Thank you, every thumb up I/we have!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

Private and Quiet House on Cortez

The house is so charming,cozy, and modern. The architecture inside is very unique. There's a beautiful view of the water from the entire inside, and palm trees can be seen through all the windows. We brought fresh fish back from the nearby fish market and grilled on the deck. We regularly took the provided beach chairs and umbrella to Cortez beach. My husband especially enjoyed fishing on the fishing dock. I loved seeing the birds there.We rarely saw anyone at other docks so it was super private. The front yard is big which provides extra privacy at the house.There's an unattached garage out by the street which is very far away from the house-- which the owner occasionally visits, perhaps doing some quiet work inside of it. Briefly we saw him tending plants on the grounds but he stayed at a distance as if not to bother us. He was friendly when we approached him and was very accommodating and easy going. He provided countless perks that we greatly appreciated, from fishing bait-- to shampoo- to laundry soap! There's the cutest pineapple growing out front that we always fawned over when we came and went. Lots of awesome wildlife, too. Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was quiet and peaceful. We had everything we needed and look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVE staying here! The cutest little getaway! The host is attentive and always great. This is a piece of paradise tucked away-just a short walk from great restaurants, and a little drive to the beach. Will always recommend this stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous time! The cottage is very comfortable and has everything you could possibly need. We fished off of the dock and walked over to Anna Maria Island everday. The beaches are lovely. Very friendly people and the weather was perfect. Communication with Steve was very good. Great seafood restaurants. We loved Tide Tables!
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiedi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. My son and I thoroughly enjoyed the cottage. It was perfect to go do the tourist stuff and come back to a peaceful little oasis! Will definitely plan future visits!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duke H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This has to be the best property we have stayed at yet. The house was equipped with everthing you need. Everything was right at your fingertips. Location was excellent as well, ver close to everything, restuarants, beach, souviner shops, even St Armands Circle was not far away. Just the perfect place to get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JACKIE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and adorable!! Amazing views!! Absolutely worth the stay!! We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025