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

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

About this cottage rental

Situated in Cortez, this lovely cottage for R 4,158 per night is a fantastic option for your next vacation. 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 . He sold the house to Grey Fulford in 1933. Grey moved the house on to land. He married Priscila Pringle and lived there until 1983. 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 20000 square foot lot with a 60 foot dock on Sarasota Bay. There is a deep water slip( for rent but costs extra,35$/night). Kayaks are available on the premises with fishing gear and beach equipment.. The cottage has plenty of parking and is landscaped with indigenous plants only. This is a perfect place to getaway and safely, relax. The cottage is dog friendly but sorry no cats or birds .

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of Cortez, FL

Nearby attractions

The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)

20.94 miles

St. Pete Pier™

21.46 miles

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

11.27 miles

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

9.57 miles

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

5.0

Outstanding(73 Reviews)

Cottage in Cortez, FL

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

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About this cottage rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of Cortez, FL

Nearby attractions

The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum)

20.94 miles

St. Pete Pier™

21.46 miles

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

11.27 miles

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

9.57 miles

Reviews

5.0/5.0

Outstanding(73 Reviews)

10.0

Jan 2024

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!

10.0

Jan 2024

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.

10.0

Jan 2024

Wonderful cottage on the bay. Very comfy, great birding and super location.

5.0

Jan 2024

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!

5.0

Jan 2024

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!

5.0

Oct 2023

Beautiful house right on the water .

5.0

Sep 2023

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!

5.0

Sep 2023

Owner was amazing, thanks for everything!!

5.0

Aug 2023

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!

5.0

Aug 2023

Beautifully renovated historic house! Owner has thought to provide everything for an enjoyable stay!

5.0

Jul 2023

This was a really cool property with some really cool features. I really loved sitting out on the dock every night and watching dolphins and manatees play in the bay. This little cottage has a lot of charm and I wish I could live here full time. Had a blast!

5.0

Jul 2023

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this cottage! It was beautiful and completely stocked with almost everything we needed - all we had to buy were groceries. It was in the perfect location, too! Almost everything we wanted to do was either within walking distance or just a short drive over the bridge! It was an absolutely perfect week and we cannot wait to return to the Gray (Fulford) House!

5.0

Jul 2023

My husband and I both grew up in this area, although we live in Georgia now. We know the area well and I tell ya this place is such a GEM, the pictures don’t even do it justice. We had the most incredible week throwing cast nets and fishing from the dock watching birds dolphins and boats go by, the dock accommodated my brothers 26’ boat with no trouble at all. The house was clean and well stocked! We look forward to many future visits!

5.0

Jun 2023

My husband, 17yo daughter, and I had a lovely 5-night stay at the Gray House cottage. We loved the view to the bay, our time spent watching birds and dolphins from the pier, and the fully appointed house that met all our needs. It was convenient and fun to walk through the neighborhood to the local seafood restaurants. We appreciated having canoes for our use (never carved out the time to use the bikes). Given that our daughter is set on attending college in St. Pete, we will likely have many opportunities to come back again. We would definitely choose this house again for a future stay.

5.0

Jun 2023

Great location.. beautiful property… nothing more we could have asked for!

5.0

Jun 2023

Property was great, as expected. Super quiet all around the neighborhood. Back deck was a daily staple and the dock was also enjoyed. We saw dolphins off the end of the dock most everyday and a variety of fish and birds. The beach was a very short drive over the bridge. The drive down Longboat key to St Armands for dinner was so pleasant. We came to recharge from life and recharge we did. It's a must-return place for me.

5.0

May 2023

We are familiar with the Anna Maria/ Bradenton area and wanted a quiet out of the way spot to stay. Couldn't have been more perfect for us, enjoyed seeing boats, birds, quick to get to the beach and fish markets then landing in a quiet location. The cottage has been renovated just right. We expect to be back!

5.0

May 2023

We had a quick visit to see family. This home is beautiful, comfortable, and well appointed. The covered porch was great for watching wildlife and the boats go by, and it is close to everything we needed.

5.0

May 2023

The property is so well taken care of. Really nice touches everywhere. If you are into bathrooms, this is the place :)

5.0

Apr 2023

The moment you open the door, you get a delightful feeling of relaxation and peace. It is clean, with nautical decor, charming accents, fishing village feel, but modern. I loved the ceiling and the natural light coming thru the windows. The dock was visually attractive and the fishing fun. Location, location! I have rented many places and this is my number one, so far! I truly hope to go again.

5.0

Apr 2023

This was our 3rd year and we hate leaving every time. The view never gets old. It's within walking distance to some of our favorite places to eat. The beaches are just over the bridge. Very convenient to everything. We'll be back.

5.0

Feb 2023

Old school Florida fishing village...nice dock to observe boats and birds.very comfortable cottage..enjoyed talking with owner who lives near by..has kayaks and bikes available..great back porch for meals..we will return

5.0

Jan 2023

No glitches, all went smoothly!

5.0

Dec 2022

We love this place! We have stayed here multiple times and this won’t be the last. Everything about this place is amazing, from amenities, location, ease and communication. Thanks again for an amazing stay!!

5.0

Dec 2022

What a great hidden gem in a small community. Great food, walkable, beautiful home.

5.0

Dec 2022

Love this place perfect in every way. We will be back

5.0

Sep 2022

Will stay again

5.0

Sep 2022

Our family of 4 had such an amazing time at this cute cottage. Perfect location for us to dock our boat and visit the sandbars. We walked to swordfish grill for dinner and enjoyed the neighborhood. This house exceeded our expectations and not a detail was missed. Included so many amenities and felt like home away from home. We hope to make this spot a family tradition for years to come! P.s. we saw dolphins right in front of our dock :)

5.0

Aug 2022

Everything about our stay was perfect! The home was perfectly described and everything we needed was available. We truly enjoyed everything about it! Such a special place. We will be back.

5.0

Aug 2022

When we arrived we were like wooow couldn’t believe how private and quite neighborhood it was had everything for the beach chairs, umbrella, bicycles. Amazing views from the house and the deck. Felt very relaxing. In a nutshell it felt like home away from home. Thank you for having us. Highly recommend for any family getaway. Also bring only few things with you Eveything else is provided by the owners even fishing pole and gear.

5.0

Aug 2022

We have returned again to stay at The Gray House located in Cortez, the quaint historical fishing village. We enjoy the private waterfront views here and the close proximity to local restaurants, beaches and the arts and culture in Sarasota. The cottage is well-equipped with a gourmet kitchen as well as a wonderful outdoor deck and dock directly on the waterfront. Robert, the host is friendly, helpful and accommodating. Loved our stay and look forward to returning again!

5.0

Jul 2022

Loved the cottage and the Cortez area!

Loved the cottage and the Cortez area!

The property is as beautiful as advertised. We loved it and the vibe of the surrounding area.

5.0

Jun 2022

Amazing Location

Amazing Location

Enjoyed our stay very much. House was well equipped with everything you could need. View was outstanding and plenty to do in the area!

5.0

Jun 2022

Loved our stay at the cottage. The dock was amazing and accommodated our gheenoe which was perfect. We fished the dock and bicycled around town. The house was well equipped and we definitely recommend staying there.

5.0

Jun 2022

The photos are spot on. Excellent location with close proximity to the beach. We really enjoyed the cottage. It was the perfect size for the two of us. The porch was very enjoyable to sit out on and watch the boats go by. We hope to return in the future.

5.0

Jun 2022

Beautiful Stay

Beautiful Stay

10.0

Jun 2022

5.0

Jun 2022

Cortez Cottage

Cortez Cottage

5.0

Apr 2022

The home was even more beautiful than the images portrayed! We loved every minute there!

5.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional Experience

Exceptional Experience

The home was even more beautiful than the images portrayed! We loved every minute there!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cortez?

The average price for a rental in Cortez is R 5,304 per night. This rental is R 1,146 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.

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

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Cortez, FL

Nearby attractions

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

Cottage in Cortez, FL

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Cortez, FL

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cortez?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay?

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