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Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.

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Boats are moored at the marina, offering a serene waterfront scene.
Relax in this inviting space with a central table, comfortable armchairs, and a large mirror.
Classic architecture and historic charm define the exterior of the Florida Maritime Museum.
Compact kitchen with modern design, stainless steel appliances, and wooden countertop.
Enjoy shade and ocean views under our beach umbrellas.

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

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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 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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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 centre
  • 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

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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 - 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Private retreat minutes to the beach!

About the area

Map
Cortez, FL

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Sound - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cortez Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Coquina Beach - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 7 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 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
  • ‪Island Time Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Star Fish Company - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants. located?

Located in the heart of Cortez, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Blue Water Explorers, H2O Watersportz and Anna Maria Sound. Bradenton Beach and Bradenton Beach Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place close to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

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

Vickie L.

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

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

Lynn J.

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

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

Zach T.

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

Thank you

Perfect for weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie V.

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

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

terrie o.

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

Vacation

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

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

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

Maria

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

10/10 Excellent

Kent P.

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

Great place to stay

Very clean and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liane and Craig E.

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

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

Kenneth H., CLEVELAND

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

Great stay

Very clean and close to where we wanted to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard b.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

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

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

8/10 Good

Patrick C.

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

Clean Quiet and great location

All good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen A.

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

Fantastic Stay

This spot was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely location. Perfect for a solo trip or 2 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

What a great get away exactly what my husband and I were looking for. 10/10 wonderful host. Thank u

The room was cozy quiet and perfect setting for jet skiing or a day on the water the beach is right across the bridge awesome awesome would definitely definitely go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Great get away!

Excellent property, close to everything AMI or Cortez. Super clean and well organized. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Perfect spot!

Clean, great decor and perfectly sized for two. We enjoyed our stay at Hazel’s and the surrounding area was fun to explore. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell H.

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

Cute place!

This is the place to stay for a couple..very clean, quick drive to the beach, they have everything you need for a day at the beach..we absolutely loved it and it will definitely be the place we come back to!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved the hospitality of the host, attention to detail, and cleanliness!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike H.

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

Great location and very clean.

This spot is in Cortez which is just over the bridge from Bradenton beach. Very nice neighborhood with good casual restaurants. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

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

Great Little Place - Well designed

Really enjoyed this place, just the right size for couples visit to the area. I really enjoyed the design and layout. Well thought out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dottie M.

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

Wonderful Stay

It was an enjoyable stay! The restaurants/beaches/shopping were all within a few minutes from our room! The room was cozy/quiet/had everything we needed! It was very clean & we truly enjoyed our stay & won’t hesitate to book & stay here again if we plan on another trip to the area ❤️🙋‍♀️🌺🌴
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023