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Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.

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A cozy room with two armchairs, a small table, a mirror, and a bookshelf.
A gravel driveway leading to a building with a green exterior, a parked car, and lush tropical foliage.
A marina with several boats docked, a wooden dock in the foreground, and a bird swimming in the water.
A storefront with a sign reading 'STAR FISHES' and a chalkboard sign advertising 'Your one Stop Market Shop for all things Fresh!'
Two blue beach umbrellas on a sandy beach with a calm sea in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cortez, FL
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Bridge Street Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cortez

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Cortez, within a 10-minute drive of Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. .This vacation home is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from IMG Academy and 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Lido Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Sound - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bradenton Beach Marina - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bridge Street - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cortez Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬2 min drive

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

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Private retreat minutes to the beach!

Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 185 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Would definitely book and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nice little place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes this was a perfect place to stay while we visited our friends that are in the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple studio for rest in between beach and ocean adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a clean room, it was nice and quiet. Was close to shops and the island. Cute sitting area where I read my book and had coffee. Enjoyed my time at the beach which is close by and had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We loved our stay. This was a nice peaceful retreat. Location was great. The host had everything you needed . The patio area was very nice and added a nice touch of privacy and peacefulness!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you so much! Our stay was beautiful! It’s so close to so many wonderful places. I’m so appreciative of you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute and quaint property. Host was very accommodating and responsive. We had a great time!! Fabulous location!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet place close to the beach. Very comfortable and clean. Comfy bed and cute decor. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such the perfect space for our honeymoon getaway! We loved being so close to the beach and a few great Cortez staples. We even accidentally locked ourselves out and Hazel was responsive within minutes! Recommend 100%
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We an very enjoyable stay at our Cortez VRBO. The accomodations were small, but very nicely appointed, with a cleanliness and attention to detail that was impressive. The location is very attractive, with lovely beaches within easy driving distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was adorable, well equipped, safe, clean, great location, everything was perfect. Our host kept us well informed. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with no traffic gps shows 5mins ‘car ride’ from Bradenton beach. Close to everything store, restaurants. The property was very clean. The host was very responsive we had an issue with the door blind, I sent Hazel a message and she came right away. There is a dog next dog that started barking as soon as we got there but it was no biggie ‘we love dogs’ & he only barked a few times. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice space. Just right for 2 of us. Close to great to restaurants and beach. Thanks for the coffee, cream and sodas.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy to walk to AMI. Very clean
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was a perfect place for a couple vacationing in Cortez/Anna Maria Island. Very clean! So helpful that the hosts provided beach chairs & towels, complimentary cold drinks and a cooler. Quiet neighborhood. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay

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