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Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt.

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table.
A pier with a sign reading "Welcome C.1921 Bradenton Beach Pier".
A single-story house with a front porch, a small staircase, and a fenced yard.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with blinds, and an air conditioner.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Bradenton Beach

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Bradenton Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach Marina
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Bridge Street Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cortez Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Number of living rooms

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About the area

Bradenton Beach

Bradenton Beach is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez are also worth visiting.
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Bradenton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach Marina - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bridge Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cortez Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt.?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt. on 31 Oct 2026 start from £500, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt. located?

Situated in Bradenton Beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach Marina and Bradenton Beach. Bridge Street and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice clean , beach was very close Moose lodge too great area will book in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exactly as described. It was near a ton of shops and restaurants but still quiet. The beach is a short walk which was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just great for what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy walk ability to places to eat, shop and the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, pretty quiet for being next to a main road.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very happy with the cottage. It was renovated and very clean. A close walk to Bridge St and the beach is right across the street. Host was accessible and very accomodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was absolutely wonderful. We actually met the owner, who was very pleasant to talk to. We were very pleased with the location and our stay. We will be returning next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy care free stay easy instructions and you get exactly what was advertised. If you want a walkable easy beach access affordable place this is it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to beach and down town. Cottage was newly remodeled . Beds are very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house within walking distance to the beach as well as shops, bars and restaurants by the Bridge street pier. Very clean, with updated kitchen, bath and all new appliances.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was fantastic! The cottage was perfect for our needs! Everything was as advertised! Everything we needed was easy to find and use! The cottage was clean and seemed well maintained. Location was great! Easy beach access and never had to drive anywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a nice place. The furnitures in the bathroom and the bedrooms a little old but overall is a nice little place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2026
There's a difference between "old" and antique or classic. The vanity in the bathroom is an antique which is in keeping with a 100 year old cottage, which arguably makes it too an antique. Old Florida is what makes AMI unique and so our cottages reflect that.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was conveniently located close to the beach, pier and restaurants. Free bus that travels the whole beach. House was clean and answered questions promptly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was absolutely adorable. Very spacious, comfortable and clean. The location is perfect for the pier, shops, restaurants and beach. The pickle ball court is a plus. So glad we discovered this gem. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great for me as I always walk or use the A.M.I. Trolley to get around. The cottage was well furnished, (as far as appliances and kitchen equipment). There were plenty of nice towels and linens. I would not recommend this location for a large group or family with small children, (no yard space for outside activities). The living room furniture and throw rugs are worn and dated. As a solo traveler I would stay there again as the size and location fit my needs very nicely. And communication with the owners was always positive and pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love that the host, Randy, made a point of meeting us. He was kind and great to talk to. What a sweet place to stay! Lots of love has been put into this little house and the little details were not missed by us. It felt like a home away from home from simple decor to the little things provided such as a few hangers in the closet, coffee and other basics in the pantry, a hamper for laundry.. and an extra beach bag, which came in quite handy! The shade was so nice to have but I bet even more valuable in the warmer parts of the season. Our only wish was for a full-length mirror--that's it! Definitely would like to return and definitely encouraging family to stay in the same spot when they come down.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific time in great location. Construction next door was disclosed ahead of time and wasn't too disruptive. Guests and pup were quite comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beach is literally across the street and easy walking distance to shops, restaurants and bars on Bridge Street. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great cottage to stay at on AMI. It was a very quick walk to the public beach and there is a park directly across the street from the cottage. It can be a bit noisey as the Cortez Bridge is right behind the house but we were not bothered at all. It did make driving over to Cortez and Bradenton a quick trip too. Shopping on Bridge Street, the BeachHouse restaurant and the Wicked Cantina restaurant are all a very short walk from the house. We would definitely stay here again. I had tried to contact someone about adjusting our dates slightly but didn’t get a response for several weeks. However, owner Randy kept in touch with us all week during our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was very gracious to answer all of my questions and flexible when we needed to change our number of guests at the last minute. This is a cute little cottage very adequate for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
It was a great stay, the accommodations worked for me and my wife, and the beach’s in the area were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great location if you plan to spend time in the Bridge Street area. Inside of home was clean and well stocked. Both of us found the hard foam beds to be very uncomfortable. A softer mattress topper may help here. Kitchen lights did not work which should really be fixed before renting out. Would be helpful to cleanup the side yard where you have to park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Entirely refurbished, clean and comfortable cottage across the street from the beach. Owners very helpful with any questions you might have. A definite find.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2026
The beach is close by but not enough for this customer. If you can actually find a house on the gulf, it is called a beach house, and they are way more expensive than our off beach house which is 3 to 4 min walk away.
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