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Ida Belle- Heart of Downtown! Historic Cottage

Ida Belle- Heart of Downtown! Historic Cottage

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Welcome to Ida Belle Cottage!
Living Room with lots of comfortable seating
Bright and Airy
Living Room
Relax after a day of Adventure!

Overview of Ida Belle- Heart of Downtown! Historic Cottage

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 473 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

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Cedar Key, FL
  • Popular LocationCedar Key Chamber of Commerce1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCedar Key Pier4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCity Beach4 min walk
  • AirportOcala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)81 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Ida Belle- Heart of Downtown! Historic Cottage

This property has been a 5 Star property under another account for years! Same owners, same management, new account--plenty of great reviews on request! Coastal Cottage in the heart of downtown Cedar Key! This historic home has graced 1st Street for 90 years. A classic Cracker home, there are two beautifully decorated bedrooms (one queen, one full) and one full bath. HGTV's Coastal Collection Paint highlights the vaulted ceiling, wainscoting and original doors. Recently uncovered heart pine floors glow with Cedar Key pride. Quality furniture, TVs, and mattresses/linens. The breezy wraparound front porch with locally made porch swing and adirondack chairs makes an ideal spot for people watching, reading, sipping tea, or just relaxing.
The Ida Belle Cottage was once home to Mrs. Ida Belle Davis, who raised her family here. Though Mrs. Ida Belle is no longer with us, her family continues to live and work in Cedar Key. When you enter the house, don't forget to look on the wall just to your left, a little tribute to the cottage's namesake is there for your enjoyment. A true Southern woman, she would want you to stay and be comfortable. Most of all, she would want you to see Cedar Key the way she did--from the little cottage on 1st Street.

This is a pet friendly unit for up to 2 dogs! Pet fee is as follows: Pet fee is $50 per pet per visit, 2 pet maximum. If you did not pay a pet fee on booking, please contact us immediately. Evidence of pets in unit without paying the pet fee as required will result in a penalty of $300 charge to your card on file. Please check with us on any other pets. We do require that pets do not get on bed or furniture. Please do not leave barking dogs in the unit. Please pick up after your pet when outdoors.

Rate Notes: A 3% Credit Card Fee will be Applied

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Mendy Allen
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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
This is a pet friendly unit! Pet fee is $50 per pe

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A completed and signed rental agreement is required.
A security deposit hold is required prior to arrival and will be released 7 days after checkout, provided there are no deductions
A cancellation fee of 3% will be applied to refund

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cedar Key

Located in Cedar Key, this cottage is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge and Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve, while Cedar Key Historical Society Museum and Cedar Key Museum State Park are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Cedar Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce - 1 min walk
  • Cedar Key Pier - 4 min walk
  • City Beach - 4 min walk
  • Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min walk
  • Cedar Key Museum State Park - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cedar Key Pier - 4 min walk
  • Steamers Clam Bar & Grill - 4 min walk
  • 83 West - 5 min walk
  • Tiki Bar - 3 min drive
  • Duncan's - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ida Belle- Heart of Downtown! Historic Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Wonderful location and very clean. Flooring in bedrooms needs replaced for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D., Gainesville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
After the storm
It is amazing how recovery from the 2024 hurricane the town is. This house still could use some finishing touches given more time. We were comfortable. I would recommend better towels and a coffee table in the living room. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location on Cedar Key!
This cute historic cottage is super convenient to all the shops and restaurants on the Key. Everything is within walking distance. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idabelle
Fabulous cottage, very well appointed and located close to local amenities. Very comforts stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
after Christmas getaway
Love the place and ibis in a good location to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mendy Allen

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Our family has grown up on the water in this area. Starting off fishing and crabbing, our lives on the water have brought us to Cedar Key for the last 20+ years. Jon and Shawn own and operate Southern Cross Sea Farms, a wholesale/retail clam business here in town. Caryn owns and operates Pelican Realty just around the corner. Jenny is a music teacher. We love Cedar Key and always want to do what we can to protect it.

Why they chose this property

Though we already live and work on the island, we felt a push to preserve a classic Cracker house that had so much history behind it. In a time where everything new is often the most desired, we wanted to share a bit of the glorious old with newcomers to Cedar Key. The island's unique charm comes from an eclectic mix of old and new. In offering this home away from home, we hope you will find yourself as enchanted as we are with a lovely old cottage. If only walls could talk...The Ida Belle Cottage would have some incredible stories to tell. Write your own story here on the corner, if you wish.

What makes this property unique

Walking distance to everything, easy to find, management lives on the island.

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