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Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.

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Two blue beach umbrellas on a sandy beach with a calm sea in the background.
A marina with several boats docked, a wooden dock in the foreground, and a bird swimming in the water.
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 storefront with a sign reading "STAR FISHES" and a chalkboard sign advertising "Your one Stop Market Shop for all things Fresh!"

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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 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.
This vacation home's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Anna Maria Sound. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchenette.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchenette, Smart TV, and refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Guests have great things to say about the beach and the location
  • 5 minutes by car from Bradenton Beach and 6 minutes from Coquina Beach
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

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

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

  • No pets 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

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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Private retreat minutes to the beach!

Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 182 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

EMILY T.

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

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Maureen A.

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

David

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

Laurie V.

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

Marie B.

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

Pat B.

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

10/10 Excellent

JB P.

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

8/10 Good

H. Stuart H.

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

Leah A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Judy

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

10/10 Excellent

Lora W.

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

Timothy

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

Donna C.

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

Ken

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

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

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very receptive in getting back to us immediately when I had questions. The actual rental was super clean. Super comfortable. Beautifully decorated with a beach theme. Everything we needed was supplied including coffee, pop, water, everything we could possibly need we would definitely come back here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Courtney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Only issue is we did see a cockroach in the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Kim M.

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

Just Right

Every detail is thought of, just time to relax and enjoy the area. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Cortez

Great place to stay. Perfect for 2 people. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

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