Title: Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59640000/59639400/59639371/w1017h768x0y0-83efd77b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59640000/59639400/59639371/d2c25cfc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59640000/59639400/59639371/249995e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59640000/59639400/59639371/cbe38ad0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59640000/59639400/59639371/486b08ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the charming fishing village of Cortez, Florida, The Gray House offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind on the spacious back deck with table and chairs, or explore Sarasota Bay from the 60-foot dock. With original hardwood floors and marble countertops inside, this cozy cottage provides ample space for relaxation. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4880 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay The Gray House is a completely renovated historical cottage dating back to the early 1900s, in the historical fishing village of Cortez, Florida. The village was founded in 1865. The house was built on stilts by Mr. Ireland in1870 . He sold the house to Grey Fulford in 1931. Grey moved the house on to land. He married Priscilla Pringle and lived there until 1989. The cottage has original hardwood floors, marble counter tops ,and beautiful views. The cottage has a king bed, pull out couch in the second bedroom , dish washer, built in refrigerator, gas stove, large microwave, grill, table and chairs on the back deck. The bath is spacious with a walk in double shower. There are 2 TVs with internet stations and apple tv. The house is located on a 2.5 acre lot with a 60 foot dock on Sarasota Bay. There is (1) deep water slip and Kayaks (3) available on the premises with (3) fishing rods and beach equipment.. The cottage has plenty of parking for boat trailers It is landscaped with indigenous plants only. The house is wheel chair accessible from a walkway and ramps up through the back door. This is a perfect place to getaway and safely, relax. The cottage is dog friendly but 😣 no cats or birds . ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Front entrance ramp - Handrails in stairways (38 inches high) - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Smooth flooring in public areas - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: only outside ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - Next to a golf course - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycles - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 880 square feet - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66740000/66734400/66734393/f36b1d0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.46650%2C-82.68404&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LJcnhLrGJm6ZowdoTOVhKVc2SAY=) cortez, FL #### What's nearby - Bradenton Beach Marina - 3 min drive - 1.7 km - Cortez Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km - Coquina Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 km - Coquina Baywalk - 6 min drive - 4.1 km - Historic Bridge Street Pier - 7 min drive - 2.4 km #### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 21 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪AMOB on the Pier - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive - ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Private historical completely renovated cottage with 60 ft dock on Sarasota Bay located? > Located in the heart of Cortez, this golf cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez, Blue Water Explorers, and Anna Maria Sound. H2O Watersportz and Bradenton Beach Marina are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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