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
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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)
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
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
Cortez, FL
What's nearby
Anna Maria Sound - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cortez Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Coquina Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Historic Bridge Street Pier - 7 min drive - 2.4 km
Manatee Public Beach - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
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 Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez, H2O Watersportz and Anna Maria Sound. Bradenton Beach and Bradenton Beach Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Great place close to the beach!
Ken
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
This cozy spot filled all of our needs & we look forward to staying again!
Karen D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Very cozy little place to stay for the weekend with good access to Annamarie Island
Lynn J.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Perfect for weekend stay
Zach T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
The apartment is adorable, clean and is very conveniently located. I would stay again
terrie o.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Efficiency room with a private entrance within s private house. Perfect for a quick layover
Liane and Craig E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
It was so cozy and nice and very good price
Maria
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
Very clean and close to everything
Kent P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
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!!
richard b.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
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!
Heidi M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Very clean and close to where we wanted to be.
Kenneth H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
8/10
All good.
Patrick C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
This spot was perfect for our needs.
Colleen A.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10
Lovely location. Perfect for a solo trip or 2 people.
Shanda
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10
Excellent property, close to everything AMI or Cortez. Super clean and well organized. Would definitely stay again!
Molly W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10
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!
Sarah E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10
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.
Jeff P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10
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!
Darrell H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10
I loved the hospitality of the host, attention to detail, and cleanliness!
Rachel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10
Really enjoyed this place, just the right size for couples visit to the area. I really enjoyed the design and layout. Well thought out.
Scott T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
This spot is in Cortez which is just over the bridge from Bradenton beach. Very nice neighborhood with good casual restaurants. Enjoyed my stay.
mike H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10
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 ❤️🙋♀️🌺🌴