Title: MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=177663&destination=Hudson%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=114434777&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house ## Photo gallery for MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house ![Smart TV - MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house (Hudson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114434800/114434777/982190da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house (Hudson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114434800/114434777/w1993h1052x0y0-4ea69318.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house (Hudson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114434800/114434777/w1497h789x1y0-83307765.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house (Hudson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114434800/114434777/64a8fe25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house (Hudson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114434800/114434777/eed1d358.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house Relax in this peaceful Gulf-side house on Driftwood Isle, an upscale Hudson, Fl. neighborhood. Enjoy the expansive views of the Gulf from the large private balcony where you can read a book or enjoy dinner on the terrace. Discover the beauty of the sea from this 2-bedroom house with 2 queen beds and 1 full bath. Guests feel right at home in this cozy sea cottage. The living room offers an additional full bed for extra comfort. Enjoy the convenient wifi, phone charging station, AC, and washer/dryer amenities. Experience the magic of this charming cottage by the sea as dolphins, fish, manatees, and boats entertain you. AREA AMENITIES 1) BEACH: SUN WEST PARK, a public beach on an inlet, is located 3 miles away and contains an inflatable Aqua Park, a water zip line, and wakeboarding. "HUDSON BEACH"/STRICKLAND MEMORIAL PARK is located a mile from the house. Open 7 days a week, this is a gorgeous memorial park on the gulf with a small beach area, picnic tables, and outdoor grills. 2) BOATING: One mile from the house there is a 24/7 boat ramp w/ trailer parking. (Boat launching/trailer parking is $5 daily.) at "Hudson Beach"/Park. Boat trailers can be parked overnight at the house if you are bringing a boat. 3) KAYAKING/SWIMMING/BIKING: In front of the house is a great area for Kayaking, swimming/floating, and the neighborhood is good for biking. Feel free to bring your sports equipment and enjoy activities at your own risk. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479600/2479502/c34630b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Homewood Suites by Hilton Tampa - Port Richey Port Richey - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews £110 includes taxes & fees 28 Apr - 29 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-28&endDate=2026-04-29&selected=2479502&PinnedHotelID=2479502&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9800000/9794100/9794013/9dd3bd0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Inn on the Gulf Hudson Beach Estates - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 676 reviews £147 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=9794013&PinnedHotelID=9794013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1131000/1130937/f46738e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Tampa Oldsmar Oldsmar - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 318 reviews £114 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=1130937&PinnedHotelID=1130937&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Double Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123970000/123965800/123965762/25c9fa6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GREENKEY BEACH MOTEL North River - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room 5.6 5 reviews £61 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=123965762&PinnedHotelID=123965762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94954700/94954631/69c4008d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Beach Access & Gulf Views: Hudson Condo! 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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Driftwood Isles, a neighbourhood in Hudson, is home to this holiday home. Show Palace Dinner Theater and Colorama Music are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and West Pasco Chamber of Commerce. Adventure Coast Fun Park and Lane Glo Bowling are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## MANATEE COTTAGE: Gulf Front 2-bedroom house 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID W. 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place, has everything that you need. Just bring the food. If not great dining near by. ##### DAVID W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Buddy B. 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This cottage is a relaxing refuge by the sea. Dolphins stopped by multiple times a day to show off. The unit has a cheerful and relaxing vibe. ![Back deck at sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7b537adc-0365-4a3b-b2a7-6b70b5e7e99b-1757329007728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Buddy B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### curt u. 9 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Owner sold the nice kitchen table while we were there replaced with one that was not as nice. We cleaned the couch of dog prints before we sat but we love dogs so it was fine. The BBQ grill was never ever cleaned we took care of it. All that said we had a fantastic time. Loved watching the dolphins and birds. Will stay here again when we go back to florida ##### curt u. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Barbara D. 29 Aug 2025 ##### Barbara D. 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