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Cortez Beach Retreat -"Poolside"

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 688.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cortez Beach Retreat -"Poolside"

$150,000 Pool with "Poolside views" at AMI Beach + Bay Home duplex downstairs unit.
• 65 steps to Cortez Beach + 7 miles of white Anna Maria Island sand!
• $150,000 new large, heated pool with salt-water, spillover spa, sitting shelf, and built-in umbrellas.
• Gulf of Mexico + Beach + Bay Views inside home + deck.
• Paddleboard + Kayak.
• 3 blocks to Bridge Street restaurants/bars/pier/shopping + listen to the Bell Tower Clock ringing each hour – live music on weekends!
• Ping pong table.

AMI Beach + Bay Home with $150,000 Pool - Cortez Beach Retreat "Poolside" - 1st floor duplex unit
• 65 steps to Cortez Beach + 7 miles of white Anna Maria Island sand!
• $150,000 new large, heated pool with salt-water, spillover spa, sitting shelf, and built-in umbrellas.
• Put our Paddleboard + Kayak directly onto Sarasota Bay or the Gulf of Mexico to paddle to Bridge Street Pier, historic Cortez fishing village, Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass, Jewfish/Goliath Key, or wherever else you can around AMI!
• 3 blocks North to Bridge Street restaurants, bars, pier, and shopping (downtown Bradenton Beach) + listen to the Bell Tower Clock ringing on each hour –
live music on the weekends!
• 40 steps to Sarasota Bay.
• New quartz countertops in kitchen.
• Ping pong table.
• Cortez Beach close on shortest AMI block connecting the Gulf of Mexico to Sarasota Bay.
• Jetty on Gulf of Mexico Jetty straight across beach with awesome views + sunsets + fishing.
• Put our Paddleboard + Kayak directly onto Sarasota Bay to venture out to Bridge Street Pier, Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass, Jewfish Key, or wherever else you like around AMI!
• Dish Network satellite TV with DVR for recording shows while at the beach or Bridge Street.
• High-speed Wireless Internet.
• New paver path to street and enlarging backyard play area along with outdoor shower.
• Watch the mainland thunderstorms over the intercoastal Sarasota Bay.
• Grill outdoor next to pool.
• Coquina Beach is only 6 blocks to the south connected to Cortez Beach!
• Coquina Baywalk on Leffis Key only 12 blocks to the south
• Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass only 15 blocks to the south or a boat/jet ski/kayak/paddleboard ride away.
• Unlike bay homes further north on AMI, Gulf of Mexico water currents through Longboat Pass provide lack of decay so there are no foul smells.
• Cornhole bean bag toss game + board games.
• Boat Slip 6 blocks away at Bradenton Beach Marina
• High-speed Wireless Internet.
• Second floor of duplex Cortez Beach Retreat "Views over Water" is also available for reunions or weddings

Sleeping Arrangements:
• Master Bedroom - Queen bed with en suite bathroom
• Family Bedroom - Queen bed
• Living Room - Queen sleeper sofa with space on ground for an air mattress

Our original AMI home is much easier to navigate than new-build 3-story homes on Anna Maria Island because our first floor is on the ground level and the second floor is one easy set of stairs. Other rebuilt homes on the island usually require climbing multiple flights of stairs up or taking small elevators.

Florida's best-kept secret, Anna Maria Island (AMI), features beautiful white sugar sand beaches, older Florida charm, award-winning restaurants, and shopping all within easy walking distance or a ride aboard the free "Anna Maria Island Trolley". One of the few places in the world where the sunset is regularly applauded, this tiny slice of paradise stretches for 7 miles into the Gulf. Just across the Cortez bridge on the south side of the island, is the old school Florida fishing village of Cortez, where restaurants have excellent seafood and some have live music.

Please consider bringing more family/friends to our 14 Florida Beach Homes or 8 Colorado Mountain Lodges or 4 Tennessee Lake/Country Homes on either Vrbo or the other primary platform. The number at the start are the # folks who can stay there:

Anna Maria Island Salt Life!

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6 • "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" - 1st floor - "On the Water"
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6 • Cortez Beach Retreat "Views" - 2nd floor
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6 • Cortez Beach Retreat "Poolside" - 1st floor
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8 • Pool Side Retreat - 150 5-stars - 1st floor
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5 • Ohana Beach Retreat - Unit C
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2 • Jim Bridger Cabin #7 - Historic Cabin on Coal Creek
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Rex & Michele Geissler
Golden, Colorado

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Unit size: 950 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: 2 Dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

VLWL01O7IH

About the neighborhood

Map
FL, Bradenton Beach

What's nearby

  • Manatee Public Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bradenton Beach Marina - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cortez Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cortez Beach Retreat -"Poolside" have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Cortez Beach Retreat -"Poolside" pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cortez Beach Retreat -"Poolside"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cortez Beach Retreat -"Poolside"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cortez Beach Retreat -"Poolside" located?

This family-friendly Bradenton Beach vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Anna Maria Sound and Bradenton Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Cortez Beach Retreat -"Poolside" Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arasai P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation
It the second year we stayed at the same place, we love the location, and the pool. Really appreciate the renovations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and tons of things to do.
The house was stacked with activities and a lot of little things that made the trip special. 5 stars!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family week
Good place. Only drawback was small children on the second floor, in a building not well insulated or sound proofed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

terrell c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bungalow by the beach
Overall a great
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

James M.

great outside
the pool area was awesome. all of the toys-paddle boards kayaks bikes pin pong etc. were awesome. location was great. only downside was interior is dated and they use window mount a/cs to cool the house and they are extremely noisy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittney M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and amazing pool
We were very happy with our stay here when visiting Anna Maria Island. This property was a very good value. Great location, clean, comfortable bed, amazing pool and the amenities such as the beach chairs and umbrella and bikes were a huge plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina B., Manteno, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Cortez Beach with Pool
This location was wonderful. Cortez Beach was across the street and the pool and hot tub provided the additional fun to the location. The owner provides all the water toys and even camp chairs to use at the beach. Restaurants and historic Bridge Street is approximately 1/4 mile away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tresca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay!!!
This was a cute little cottage!!! Exactly as described and host was great with communication!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful get away
Perfect location for a family vacation, walking distance to everything you need. Quite street at night and Rex is very responsive host. Our family had a great vacation here this year!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kilie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Property was really nice the pool area was amazing and literally walks to the beach… definitely will stay again and loved that they were pet friendly definitely a plus
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., Benson, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very simple, not overly lavish decor. Super comfy beds. Amazing pool and yard. Very hospitable hosts. Perfect location. Definitely would come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elliot P., Casselberry

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
Location of the property was perfect to accessing the beach. A short walk away and you found yourself with an array of options for dining, shops and restaurants! Lots to do right around the corner. Rental property provided a lot of options to keep you busy as well from the bikes, kayaks and paddle boards. We found the pool to be our favorite spot for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and everything you need!
Our family had a wonderful time at this convenient location! We were able to experience kayaking and stand up paddle boarding at the bay, which are available on the property, and bicycling. The pool was amazing! Walking distance to Bridge Street and to the beach. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Dianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip down for sunshine over holiday weekend
Quick trip, only 2 nights with my kiddos over Easter. Good food, quick trip to the beach. Property was fine for our adventure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great location
The Cortez resort was fantastic! My wife and I really enjoyed the house and the back patio/pool. Kids also loved it, really enjoying the pool. It's a stones throw to the beach and a short walk to Bridge street stores, restaurants, and pier. Rex had his place very clean and offered all essential amenities - cookware, grill, books, internet, and cable tv. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This was our second time staying at this place. The location and the pool are the best thing about this place. Also, there are so many extras there as well like kayaks, paddle boards, nice beach chairs, umbrellas and lots of toys for the kids. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot
Convenient, easy access to everything. Host couldn’t have provided anything else that they aren’t hadn’t thought of.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay. Close to everything and excellent shops and restaurants.
Very clean and had all the amenities. The pool area was fantastic. Would definitely return. Too bad it happened to be the coldest week in the year but was a beautiful place
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave G., Charlestown Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
The location of this property was fantastic! We rented a golf cart and cruised the island the entire stay, perfect weather every day. The new swimming pool area was fantastic and the property was super clean. Perfect for 2 people. It was a all around win-win!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traveling Beach buddies
Excellent location, very easy walk to the bay, beach, and bridge street activities Amenities were as advertised and provided opportunities for fun adventures Pool and hot tub were amazing We would definitely stay again Thanks for sharing your rental with the traveling beach buddies
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Amazing!!!
Everything was exactly as described! Rex was so easy to work with and very responsive even checking in to make sure we were ok!! Pool area was absolutely stunning and we enjoyed it every evening. Everything you need for the beach was right our fingertips and literally steps away from the beach. This home was perfect and the location was even better... we will definitely go through Rex again and recommend you do as well!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
I love this place. Clean, comfortable, stocked and in a great location for walking across to the shore or around Bradenton Beach. Awesome pool and hot tub. The owner is caring and makes sure you have everything you need. This was my 2nd visit this year, and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very responsive host
Good value, good location, comfortable stay, and very attentive and responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach life
It was close to the beach and walking distance to everything. The pool was great
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful pool and Location
Pros: This property has an incredible pool and is location in a perfect location ti the beach and downtown area with in walking distance with lots of bars, restaurants and shopping. Communication with the host was very good. Check in easy. Pool was the start of this property as mentioned several times in the listing. Cons: The AC is not central but rather window units in each room that struggled to maintain accurate temps to keep each room cool especially at night. There was a rather long list of chores to do for the renters such as doing your own laundry, taking out trash and running the dishwater (which was not a normal dishwasher it is one that you have to hook up to the sink yourself) for the high amount of cleaning fees is it not right for the renters to do most of the cleaning work. Why pay high cleaning fees if we have to do most of the work? The apartment unit itself was not as nice as the photos eluded to, it is a very basic apartment that was converted I suppose from a garage. It’s very small. Furniture, towels, kitchen equipment/utensils are all basic quality. You are paying for the amazing pool, location, cleaning fees and not for the apartment itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022