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Cottage on the Bay with Sailboat Dock

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Privately owned dock for your enjoyment.
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Bathroom

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Nokomis, FL
  • Place, Venetian Waterway Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Venice Theater
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Centennial Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Cottage on the Bay with Sailboat Dock


Cute Key West Cottage located on private single family property on Robert Bay in Nokomis Florida. Venice Jetty's, Casey Key and Area Beaches approximately 3 miles. Restaurants, Shopping and SCAT Bus lines within walking distance. we are pet friendly weight limit 15 pounds

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Size Breed and level of Friendliness. CONFIRMED .
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NON SMOKERS ONLY.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
All used towels and bedding pile on the kitchen floor. Turn ac off…
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Friendly Communication Requested/ you must contact owner before arrival. Please be respectful of other guests, neighbors and pets in the area.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

About the area

Nokomis

Nokomis is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nokomis Beach and Venice Beach. Venice Performing Arts Center and Nancy's Consignments are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Nokomis, FL

What's nearby

  • Venetian Waterway Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Venice Theater - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Centennial Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Venice Train Depot - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Heritage Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy‘s - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Waterfront Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Crow's Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the Bay with Sailboat Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage on the Bay with Sailboat Dock?

As of 5 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage on the Bay with Sailboat Dock on 26 May, 2026 start from S$201, 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 on the Bay with Sailboat Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on the Bay with Sailboat Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on the Bay with Sailboat Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on the Bay with Sailboat Dock located?

Situated in Nokomis, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Venetian Waterway Park and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Venice Beach. Venice Theater and Centennial Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 25 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janeen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My host was wonderful, love the patio and fenced in yard.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little getaway

This cute little bungalow was just what we were looking for. Easy access to beaches and dining, great outdoor spaces for sun or shade. Lucy was so easy to work with and has a fun eclectic style.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

PAULA H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay in Nokomis

Our host Lucy was supreme above and beyond. She went out of her way with hospitality for us and our dog Barney. We will definitely consider staying here again. Great location. Size of cottage was perfect for a couple and yard space great for dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar, 2022
Paula, Greg and Barney were such a treat to stay at my vacation rental. They are so kind so thoughtful and such a delight to know. Can’t wait for our paths to cross again. Thank you so much
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location to experience all Venice and surrounding area has to offer

Lucy was very easy to work with. Check in was quick and easy. Property could use some updating, but for what we needed everything was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cottage

This is a cute cottage on the property of the owner. Big enough for 1 or 2 people. Everything you need. Lucy was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quaint and right next to the water and dock!!! Love it… we’ll be coming back. Oh, the new A/C works great… great water pressure in the shower. Thank you!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marlene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

We enjoyed our stay! The owner, Lucy is friendly, accommodating and professional. Our bungalow was comfortable and supplied us with everything needed! Loved sitting by the dock, very relaxing. Our small dog was happy in the safe fenced in patio area. Beautiful area for our daily walks! It was a perfect memorable vacation!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

My husband and I (both 70+) stayed 4 nights here. Accommodations very comfortable for the two of us, well-appointed, (extra hats!) organized and cozy. Especially nice if the weather is warm, since dining is outside. Lucy is the best! On hand for everything that comes up. Ease of parking and lots of drawers are a big plus. Terrific neighborhood for enjoying the waterfront, spots to eat and explore. Not sure why they list the sailboat dock since its not useable - the cottage itself is quite nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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2/10 Terrible

gordon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Cottage on the water with a sailboat dock. Dock damaged and unusable from a storm 2:years ago Room temperature was 86 degrees and host told us that if we tried to make it cooler the air conditioner would freeze up. Sewer system was faulty so you had to use the toilet "sparingly". Could not flush toilet paper down toilet so you had to use a rigged up bidet or put toilet paper in a bag and dispose of it in the trash. TV w used an Amazon stick supposedly but we couldn't get a signal so no TV. We loaded our belongings back in our vehicle and went and found another place to stay. Contacted owner of the property about a refund and she, Lucy, never responded. Do yourself a favor and stay as far away from this property as you can.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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4/10 Poor

Jeff M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

The title is misleading

Owner has this listed as “Cottage on the Bay with Sailboat Dock” and it is THE reason we chose to stay here. However the last hurricane (15 months ago!) took out this dock. Although she has a grassy area to sit by the water it was very dirty from debri and weather. She did bring out new chairs but sitting in that area and the vegetation surrounding it blocked the water view. The TV’s only work one at a time (living area OR bedroom, not both). The cottage is not big enough to entertain friends. Seating for two only (not that we planned to but in case you want to… don’t) The toilet overflowed after normal use. The shower leaks. The bed was extremely uncomfortable for me however that really is based on the individual. This is only the 2nd rental we’ve done … is it normal for the host to keep her personal belongings in it? I don’t know but it made me feel like I was visiting a distant relative with a room to share. That being said, she did explain that she sometimes stays in it when the main house is rented. Also, because of the few annoyances… she offered us the main house to stay and she would switch. We thought that was very kind of her to offer but we did not take her up on it. The owner is very nice but the bottom line is, I was very disappointed with no dock (as my trip involved a whole day mostly staying on site for work related reasons— I’d hope to sit by the water at least that day) The rest boils down to “you get what you pay for”
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great little cottage and our host, Lucy, was fantastic. This was absolutely perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice time in Nokomis

What a wonderfully cozy spot in Nokomis. The apartment was well appointed and a great location for us as we wanted to be close to Venice beaches and restaurants. Lucy was easy to get in touch with and very accommodating to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beau spot on the Bay

Lucy was a lovely host and most gracious...we loved our little cottage on the Roberts Bay...5 min walk to dive shop and just overall a great experience and adventure!! Can't wait to go back!! Thankyou Lucy for being such a lovely host😊👍
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brenda s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

We came up from Cape Coral on our boat. The dock can use some TLC but it works. Was nice to be able to tie up there. The cottage was cute and had everything we needed. Lucy was responsive and accommodating. We'd stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

DAVE L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy place

Cozy place with great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

George W.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Doesn’t even deserve 1 star

By FAR the WORST “vacation” we’ve ever been on. The property manager LUCY is rude and likes to belittle her guests by talking to you as if you’re uneducated. The place was not cleaned before our arrival. LUCY tells you to “read the fine print” on the ad before booking. The “fine print” does not mention that although you have a oven and dishwasher, you aren’t not allowed to use them. You also cannot flush the toilet with toilet paper in it, you can only flush if you have a bowel movement. The “air conditioning” is a window unit set at 78° that cannot be adjusted. The ceiling fans cannot be adjusted to cool you off either. Also, this “cottage” is a building the the back yard with a padlock on the slider that you enter. There are broken tiles in the shower “fixed” with silicone that is peeling up too. She does like to continuously mention that it is a pet friendly property, I guess that’s suppose to make up for everything else. If you’re looking for a relaxing getaway this “cottage” is definitely not it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2021
George, so sorry you were disappointed in your stay. Can you imagine how shocked I was when you drove up with cigarettes hanging out of your mouth..... Vacation rentals are owned by individuals Homeowners and if you do not want to oblige by their house rules, then. do not book. And by far don’t break polices and Ruin it for others.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as advertised

We had a great stay, the property is exactly as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

John B.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

It wasn’t ready when we arrived, so we found another hotel.

Wasn’t ready upon arrival, found another hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nokomis cottage stay.

Good location. Just right for the two of us. Lucy was very nice and accommodating. We had a wonderful time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint m Cozy

Across the street from the intercostal- great place to bird watch
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar, 2021
Thank you Debra for your stay, Looking forward to your next visit,
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient & cozy

Owner was available, accesible & knowledgeable of the area
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waterfront cottage

Great place, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lucy may Herczeg

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