Vacation Rentals by Owner

Quiet, comfortable, charming and dog friendly

Guest: Simon (Florida)
Date of Stay: 04/06/12 Review Submitted: 04/12/12

My husband and I (and our dog) just got back from a lovely stay at the Wabi Sabi cottage. This is a great little cottage, perfect for a romantic weekend. Regarding the cottage, it doesn't look like much when you pull into the driveway, but it has been very nicely restored. The cottage is comfortable and really has everything you need. We slept so well, the bed is comfy and the area is quiet. We did not run the AC, but it has one if you need it. Kitchen wise, we ate out most nights, but did cook fish on the grill our last night. We had breakfast at the cottage, great to have a bagel and coffee at home. We had cocktails on the porch most nights, before we went to dinner. It was great to have the dog screens for the porch, as we just put the dog screens across the steps and left the doors open when we were inside or we all enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the world go by. Location, we parked our car at the cottage and could easily walk to downtown, to the water for sunset, to the little market and to dock street. We only drove once during our stay and that was to the marina for a fishing outing (and we could have walked but we had bags with us). The owner was great to work with and responsive and helpful.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Special Spot

Guest: JJ (Nokomis FL)
Date of Stay: 10/01/11 Review Submitted: 10/03/11

We just returned from a 2 night stay at Wabi Sabi. The location is perfect, short stroll to downtown or to water front. The cottage is private, mostly quiet, and adorable! It has to be seen to be appreciated. What the owners have done to so lovingly restore this place is amazing! We found everything we could need or want, but mostly you just need that porch swing! We rented a golf cart one day & what a super way to see Cedar Key. I am plotting now when we may be able to return to that little Cracker Cottage. You gotta go & bring your dogs! Be prepared for folks to stop & take a picture of your cottage, it is that cute!

Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Great location and equipped with everything you need. Nice quiet location for a relaxing getaway.

Guest: jimbhere (St. Cloud, Florida)
Date of Stay: 06/23/11 Review Submitted: 11/03/11

We found the cottage to be perfect for the two of us. We spent a week at the end of June. We brought our bikes with us and I highly encourage everyone to do so. The location of the cottage is such though that you can easily walk most everywhere....downtown or down to the waterfront. We found Ada to be quite accomadating. We asked if there was a waffle iron which there was not but Ada offered to secure one for us which we declined but found quite nice of her to offer. I found it amusing that the horse drawn carriage tours in town stop at the cottage and tell folks about it. When we first drove up to the cottage the wife was a little hesitant upon seeing the outside as it still maintains that 'old cracker cottage' look. Ada met us at the cottage and filled us in on all the local stuff we had questions about and recommended local eateries and things to.I can say though that once inside we were quite impressed with Ada and husbands efforts in restoring....its a wonderful quiet place to stay at. Probably the only negative thing about our visit was the dishwasher was broke the entire week we were there. Of course this was through no fault of the owners.....it just happened. The best reccommendation I can make is we would stay there again. I would also suggest if buying food provisions for more than a day or two to stop elsehwere on your way into Cedar Key as the small market in town (just a couple of blocks from the cottage) is fine for odds and ends but I would not count upon it for a weeks worth of food. All the restaurants downtown are just a short walk away. We will stay here again when we visit. Thanks Ada for the hospitality!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wabi Sabi = RELAXATION

Guest: Georgiann (St. Augustine)
Date of Stay: 06/27/10 Review Submitted: 07/15/10

This is the second time that my partner and I have stayed at Wabi Sabi. She had actually stayed here 2 or 3 times previously. Wabi Sabi is amazing! As a couple, we exude the essence of Wabi Sabi in everything that we are. Therefore, we cannot imagine staying anywhere else. Our favorite place is the porch swing! Mosquitoes? Use the large fan...mosquitoes don't like the wind! Pets? Use the fantastic screen enclosures on the porch...they're perfect. Looking for something really exciting to do? The porch swing! Good food? Annie's...our favorite. Want adventure? Ride your bike over towards the museum and look for the huge eagle's nest. The best place about Cedar Key and Wabi Sabi? Nothing to do, except relax and enjoy life. Wabi Sabi is US! Thanks Ada!

Owner response:Thanks Georgiann! I'm so glad you were able to come back again and look forward to seeing you again down the line. The best thing about Wabi Sabi is that it gets even better over time. Bye for now.............

Recommended for:Age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Suprise B-day weekend

Guest: Jon (Gainesville, Florida)
Date of Stay: 05/07/10 Review Submitted: 07/27/10

Suprised my wife on her 50th with a weekend in Cedar Key - she was completely fooled. It was a fabulous trip and the Wabi-Sabi cabin was idyllic; perfect for the trip even with four of us (me, my wife and 2 children). The cottage is beautifully and lovingly restored (down to the tineist details - dishtowels match curtains, etc...) by owners Greg and Ada and seemed to have pretty much EVERYTHING despite its compact nature. I secretly brought a blender and other kitchen items for the b-day party only to discover that the place really IS fully furnished, there was no need to bring much of anything, even most spices. The owners also provded kayaking and restaurant suggestions whch were ery helpful. During the day(s) we kayaked and walked around town and in the evenings sat on the Wabi Sabi porch chatting and having a glass of wine or some margaritas. Although the cottage is small-ish, we never felt overly cramped even as a family of four, One evening we went up the street and purchased fresh clams and grouper. The shop owner gave us a tour of his clam nursury and facilty and sold us some of the best seafood we had ever had - again enjoyed on the cottage porch. To make a long story short, we HIGHLY recommend the Wabi-Sabi and Cedar Key and definitely have plans to return to both. The cottage was comfortable, well-maintaiend, in town so that we could walk everywhere and, according to my wife "charming and romantic". I'm not sure that I have ever seen her that happy and relaxed even after many years of marriage (that is not an exageration) and on the last morning of our visit my 14-year-old turned to me and said "Dad, MAJOR brownie points...". I have been to Cedar Key before on a variety of occasions but will never look at it the same again.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Carol Wadley (Birmingham, AL)
Date of Stay: 12/05/08 Review Submitted: 12/05/08

Wabi Sabi was fun and perfect for a place to stay for my family reunion. Ada has outfitted this place perfectly; if you needed it, it was there. Great for me and for my dog. Convenient, cute, comfortable. Hope to make it back soon.

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Guest: Becky G. (-)
Date of Stay: 09/25/05 Review Submitted: 09/25/05

Ada, our weekend at the Wabi Sabi Cottage was all we hoped for and more. The house was spotless and we enjoyed your incredible attention to detail-- from the historic photos of Cedar Key, to the well-outfitted kitchen and special spa soaps and lotions in the bath. It was also the PERFECT location for exploring Cedar Key-- we took a very short walk to dinner downtown both nights! Thanks again for your wonderful hospitality.

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Guest: Bruce Ritchie (Tallahassee, Fla.)
Date of Stay: 09/08/05 Review Submitted: 09/08/05

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage on July 3. It's so wonderful and authentic. We hope to visit again to see our friends Cindy and Aaron.

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Guest: Charlie and Amy (Seminole, FL)
Date of Stay: 09/06/05 Review Submitted: 09/06/05

I just wanted to let you know we had a great time and were very impressed with what you have done with the cottage. We could not have asked for anything more. The place has a great feel about it and were very impressed with the cleanliness of the place. Thanks again, we will return.....

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Guest: The Simpson Family
Date of Stay: 08/06/05 Review Submitted: 08/05/05

Ada - We will return! This cottage is so cute. Love all the lttle touches you have added.....no attention to detail was overlooked. Thank you!

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Guest: Lois & Rick
Date of Stay: 08/02/05 Review Submitted: 08/01/05

Ada & Greg, Thank you very much. What a neat experience, both the house and the town! We are so grateful for people like you - who restore instead of demolish.

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Guest: Barbara B.
Date of Stay: 07/31/05 Review Submitted: 07/30/05

Ada & Greg, This house has been a wonderful sanctuary. Through both of your talents you have created a very special place. Thank you!

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Guest: Katie and Tony S.
Date of Stay: 07/23/05 Review Submitted: 07/22/05

Wow! That's all I keep saying over and over! This cottage is beautiful and it's just what my husband and I were looking for when we needed a place to stay here in Cedar Key. I love all of the antiques and photos throughout the place. Absolutely gorgeous and so tidy. We'll visit again shortly. :-)

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Guest: Dan Lang (-)
Date of Stay: 07/13/05 Review Submitted: 07/12/05

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Wabi Sabi Cottage. Well apointed and updated, very comfortable and its great location on Cedar Key enabled us to take advantage of all that this little island get away has to offer.

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Guest: Joan & Bobbie
Date of Stay: 04/01/05 Review Submitted: 03/31/05

Ada & Greg, Great time - good to see you again. Love what you did to the cottage. All you said ++++.

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Guest: Paula and Mike D.
Date of Stay: 03/27/05 Review Submitted: 03/26/05

Ada and Greg, This was our very best family vacation. This cottage is so special and so very perfect for relaxation. Thank you for all your special touches. Just wonderful.

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Guest: Joe and Nora V.
Date of Stay: 02/06/05 Review Submitted: 02/05/05

This place is a perfect fit for Cedar Key. You've made it charming and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning. Thanks, Ada. Your anticipation of every need is impressive and your attention to detail......astounding.

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