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The Bonaire Cottage~ Private Dock!!! ~ Rustic Fun Waterfront Cottage!!!

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"The Bonaire House" in beautiful Cedar Key
New dock with seating and fish cleaning station.
Back porch with swing, over looks large back yard and dock
Shaded back porch
Living room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cedar Key Pier
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Cedar Key, FL
  • Place, Southern Cross Sea Farms
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, City Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cedar Key Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Bonaire Cottage~ Private Dock!!! ~ Rustic Fun Waterfront Cottage!!!

Relax and enjoy this great 2 bedroom, 1 bath waterfront cottage with a beautiful new dock in historic Cedar Key, Florida. Enjoy sitting on the dock drinking coffee and watching all the birds and fish jumping. Bring your rod and reels and fish or crab off the dock. Watch the red and black drum tailing:) The house has a large shaded yard and porch that looks out over the Eastern Bayou as well.
The Bonaire Cottage has the original hardwood floors and native unpainted knotty pine walls that add warmth to this unique original Florida home. The Master bedroom has a Queen bed and the second bedroom has 2 twin beds. Some of the original owner's dishes, decoration, and artwork are still displayed, adding much charm to this 'Florida Cracker House'


Watch the abundant wildlife and beautiful to spectacular sunrises from the back porch or dock. There are white egrets that perch in the yard and occasionally on the porch. Enjoy a cup of coffee or have your breakfast on the back porch which has a great swing and outdoor seating that overlooks the Gulf's eastern bayou. On low tide see the Pink Spoon Bill's snooping around for minnows that were left behind. Sometimes we have porpoises join us and put on a show rounding up mullet. That usually visit us in the late spring and summer. Not always, but sometimes several days in a row. Lots and lots of birds during the spring, summer, and fall seasons.

Grill your catch of the day and have a picnic or maybe just have an old fashion wiener roast in the large shaded backyard. Maybe have a game of Horseshoes! In the fall, enjoy an outdoor fire or oyster roast. Access to the deeper water channel #2 is approximately 250 feet away but it has gotten shallow over the last several years so we recommend launching your boat at the outside boat ramp. (Gulf of Mexico) That way you are not tied to the tides. No need to get in your car...boat rentals and fishing supplies are available across the street at the Cedar Key Marina. They are also available at D & W Bait shop...around 300 feet from the cottage.

The high school's tennis courts are open to the public. A basketball court is located at the beach downtown, just go join in a pickup game or you may just have the court to yourself!

If you are looking for a fancy, high-end house, this isn't the place for you. But if you are looking for a relaxing, fun, interesting, old fashion vacation with your family or friends then Cedar Key and the Bonaire Cottage would be a perfect fit!

The Bonaire Cottage will make your vacation stay in Cedar Key charming in every way.








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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Home is NOT Baby/Toddler/Child Safety Proofed!!!!!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 358889vb
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

About the area

Cedar Key

Located in Cedar Key, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cedar Key Historical Society Museum and Cedar Key Museum State Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Southern Cross Sea Farms and Cat Island. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.
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Cedar Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Southern Cross Sea Farms - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cedar Key Historical Society Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • City Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cedar Key Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪2nd Street Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Bar @ Low Key Hideaway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Liam & Madi’s - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Annie's Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bonish studio - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bonaire Cottage~ Private Dock!!! ~ Rustic Fun Waterfront Cottage!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bonaire Cottage~ Private Dock!!! ~ Rustic Fun Waterfront Cottage!!! ?

As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bonaire Cottage~ Private Dock!!! ~ Rustic Fun Waterfront Cottage!!! on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$424, 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 The Bonaire Cottage~ Private Dock!!! ~ Rustic Fun Waterfront Cottage!!! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bonaire Cottage~ Private Dock!!! ~ Rustic Fun Waterfront Cottage!!! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bonaire Cottage~ Private Dock!!! ~ Rustic Fun Waterfront Cottage!!! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bonaire Cottage~ Private Dock!!! ~ Rustic Fun Waterfront Cottage!!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce and Cedar Key Historical Society Museum. Southern Cross Sea Farms and Cedar Key Pier are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 253 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay. Close to everything. Very clean and had everything we needed. Highly reccomend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2026
Thanks for the glowing recommendation!!! Glad you thought is was the perfect place to stay. That means a lot to me when people really like the house. Hope to have you back:)) Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very cute cottage. Having your own beautiful back porch facing the Bayou with everything you need. The private dock is a sweet treat. It is extremely convenient to all the activities and restaurants downtown. The fishing on the pier was fun and they have lots of really nice people that live in Cedar Key.
Osprey nest at the end of the dock.
View of backyard and private dock.
Sunset from Cedar Key Pier.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2026
I am glad you liked the house and the back Bayou. Thank you for taking the time to write an awesome review.!!!! and thanks for taking such great care of the house and for generously tipping Shirlene. That was extra sweet of you.. y’all were really ideal guest:))🌴Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back porch and private dock as advertised. AMAZING sunrises. Well equipped, comfortable, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2026
Yeah, amazing sunrises!!! Thank you so much for staying with us and for writing an awesome review! Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here before and love the house and host. The house was hit hard by two hurricanes and the furnishings inside are new. We alternate between sitting on the front porch watching the cars and bikers go by, and the back porch overlooking the water and the wildlife…osprey in the nest if you are lucky!The kitchen has ample cooking supplies and some basic spices for cooking. Coffee was in the fridge when we were there.This is “Old Florida” at it’s best, as is Cedar Key! Make sure to hit the Tiki Bar about a mile or so away as you head out of town. Great sunsets there and they are known for the “Loaded” Bloody Mary!The host is great, and we actually met up with her since she happened to be in town when we were.We take our bicycles and ride pretty much the whole island. It’s one of our favorite places to go, combining good rides with down time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
Thanks for your wonderful review!! It was great seeing the two of you. Your pictures from Cedar Key …. it looks like y’all were having more fun than anyone else…. I’m glad that y’all like the remodel of the house. I love it too.. Y’all were awesome guest. Shirlene said yall left the house in amazing condition. She always appreciates that and your generous tip!!! Thanks again for staying with us. Hope to see you back soon.!🌴
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place! Everything was better than we expected. House location was amazing with views of the water. Close to everything. Marina with live bait and tackle right across the street. Great fishing from a private dock. Entire town extremely friendly. The host (Rosemary) was such a professional and keeps the house immaculate, with everything you need. Responds quickly to questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2026
Oh, thank you for the awesome review....gave me chill bumps:))) Y'all were awesome guest...left the house beautiful. Shirlene and I really, really appreciate it. Your 5 STAR review makes it all worth my while. It's soooooo apreciated and helps me tons!! Thanks again. :)) Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time to Cedar Key. Our host Rosemary provided us great tips on where to eat. The cottage was evacuatePlenty of complementary spices, paper products and ice. Plenty of pots and pans. No dishwasher or washer or dryer. But easy to survive without them over a three to four day stay. Only thing missing was a wine bottle opener. Decore was great. Only improvement would be a walk in shower.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2026
Well heck… you sure made it all sound wonderful. The wine bottle opener must’ve taken a hike. I’ll have to get one tomorrow.. glad yall had a good stay. No room for a walk in shower:(( Just the old tub and shower combo:) I’d love to install an outdoor shower though!! Thanks for taking the time to write a good review. Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely decorated house, appropriate for the area. Greatly enjoy the backyard view. Convenient location for in town activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2026
Glad you greatly enjoyed your stay!!! Thanks for coming back to stay with us!!!!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cynthia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome host. I got the privilege to meet and speak with her personally. Check in and out was a breeze. Cedar Key was a little slow for my pace. They were hard hit by hurricane Helene, and they are still recovering. It is good for fishing, and kayaking and there is a nice public park with a small, but nice beach and swim area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2026
Sorry Cedar Key was a little slow paced for your taste. Thank you for saying I was a great host. It was wonderful meeting you. I could tell when I met you that y’all loved the house and all the wildlife…. It is an awesome place. Cedar Key is definitely laid-back. That is the attraction for lots of my guest, people ask me all the time what there is to do there, I say a whole lot of nothing but it sure is fun!!! Actually amazing:))) Have fun at your next destination!! Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely and the view out the back was so very nice. The kitchen and bath were well stocked. An issue with the coffee pot was handled immediately. The beds were super comfortable. Rosemary was so nice to talk to and we all really enjoyed our stay. Wonderful! Thank you Rosemary and Shirlene!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2026
Oh you are very welcome. Thank you so much for your beautiful review. I really appreciate it. I’m glad y’all thought the house was lovely and that you enjoyed the backyard and view. The osprey babies are there now which is so exciting. Y’all were wonderful guests. I hope y’all will be back soon.:))))) Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is just lovey. So peaceful. You can walk to town . We brought our boat at caught nice speckled sea trout.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2026
Soooo glad you thought it was lovely!! I'm going fishing next week in Cedar Key and I love catching trout!! Thanks for staying with us. Hope to have you back!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is just the right amount of space for us and is fixed up super cute. Though located on the main highway as you’re going into town, we enjoy the backyard view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin, walking distance to everything the area has to offer. The covered porch overlooking the backyard was our favorite offering us water views and the many birds who made the waterfront home. We were fortunate enough to be there when the osprey were nest building. The host was very friendly and always available to assist.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ericka M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the rustic yet fully pampering feel of this cottage. Perfect location to walk to everything Cedar Key has to offer. We willDeftly be back. The host is amazing as wellAs the community of Cedar Key.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2026
Aw, thank you for saying that I was amazing!! made my day. I’m so glad you loved it. I hope to see you back soon.!!! 🌴
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren W.

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

Gulf Coast Getaway

Check in was simple kitchen had everything needed for our stay fishing was great will be back again caught a nice spotted trout off the dock
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2025
A trout that’s awesome. Last year a guest caught a snook!!! That’s very exciting for me. We have had so much wildlife this past year a family of Osprey right in our backyard that adopted a stray baby make Osprey. Thanks for the awesome review. I really appreciate your business!!! Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is amazing! We will be back. Love the burnt pine wood floors! House is well stocked. Kitchen was easy to cook in and had everything we needed. The bathroom was clean and had enough towels. Great shower. Bed was comfortable. Easy check in. The water views from the back porch are beautiful. We spent the afternoons out there enjoying the view. Already looking to see when we can come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2025
Your review honestly brightened my day!! I’m so glad y’all thought it was amazing. Y'all were great guest…. I will be glad to have you back. Happy Holidays.:)) Rosemary. Go Gators!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Cedar key

Calm and relaxing stay. Nice and new private dock was great for fishing, relaxing and bird watching. Very quiet town so we were able to stay in and catch up.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
Beautiful review. Thank you. It is so appreciated. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and the dock!!! Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing. It was well stocked with everything we needed. The house was very clean and close to everything. The communication with the owner was exceptional and she went above and beyond what i expected. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2026
Sorry to be so late responding to your review. I must’ve missed it. Y’all were awesome guest. I’m glad that you thought the house was amazing.. I hope you come back soon!! Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete D.

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

Quiet Location

Nice place to stay, if you want to experience retro Cedar Key.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Definitely old Florida!! Thanks for staying with us y’all were awesome guest!!!!Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Great place

We really enjoyed the house. The location was excellent and the views from
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2021
Well your review got cut in half ... sorry about that but I bet you were gonna say the views from the back porch were awesome!!! Thanks for staying with us! Happy Anniversary:))) Hope you have lots and lots more years of happiness together. Thanks for tipping the cleaning lady... she said it maid her day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lettie H.

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

Wonderful location

We really enjoyed our stay here. The views were so relaxing and despite being on the main road it was surprisingly quiet and private. It was close to everything we needed and wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2022
I'm so glad y'all enjoyed your stay........Thank you for the very nice review … I truly appreciate it!! Hope to see you in the future:))) Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Great location

We loved this property! We enjoyed how close it was to town and fishing. We walked everywhere and had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

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

Honey moon

Second time there loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2024
Glad you love it!! Glad to have you back! Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita C.

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

Cute house and very close to town

Very welcoming host and we had a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2022
Thank you for the compliment!!! Glad you had a great time:)) Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith P.

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

Weekend Stay

It was very peaceful and relaxing! We enjoyed fishing off the private dock and sitting out on the back porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2024
Thank you… sorry your trip got cut short. Hope to have you back soon! Rosemary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

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

Awesome stay

The house was in a perfect location. The views were amazing, and the property was immaculate. Cedar Key holds many of my best memories, and staying here added more.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rosemary Cooke

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I was born and raised in Cedar Key, I met Dave there in 1977. We got married in the Cedar Key Episcopal Church in 1989. We resided in Austin Texas, and owned and ran a automotive repair shop and a body shop for 25 years. We have two children that are young adults that love to come to Cedar Key and bring their friends. Their friends usually plan to only stay one week but end up staying 3 or 4 weeks because they are having such a great time! I sold the automotive shop in 2016, retired and now travel to Cedar Key, and numerous other wonderful locations to fish, eat good food and spend time with my friends and family.

Why they chose this property

We chose to buy a house in Cedar Key because we love the gulf coast, with all of its wildlife, great fishing, good seafood, and all the wonderful places to go that are nearby. The people there are so friendly. We have a lot of friends and family there. It is so different from our hectic lives in Austin. Once we get to Cedar Key, we turn off the computers, phones, and any other high-tech gadget we have, and start relaxing and trying to really reconnect with one another. The wonderful thing about being in Cedar Key is the time we really spend together there, the kids walk down to the City Park at the beach at night and play basketball, then come home and play board games for hours...you can hear their laughter next door. We sit out on the back porch and just swing and talk... sometimes we build a fire in the fire pit and have a wiener roast. Over the years as I have traveled I have met so many people that have been to Cedar Key and fell in love with the area and way of life. Everyone that vacationed in Cedar Key as children told me that their fondest memories of growing up or vacationing were from when they traveled to Cedar Key. We LOVE it too!!! And can't wait to retire in Cedar Key.

What makes this property unique

It is a short walk to downtown Cedar Key's restaurants, shopping, and fishing pier. We are direct across from the Cedar Key Marina where you can get all of your boating and fishing supplies. Enjoy the boat dock behind the house, it has a deck area that is great for watching the eastern sunrises. Bikes, kayaks, golf cart rentals, boat tours are all within walking distance. The fishing is terrific and so is the bird watching!! You can fish right behind our house and catch fish (dock closed for repairs). It is so beautiful out around the other islands. We go almost every year and tour the Old Lighthouse on Seahorse Key. The Pelicans are nesting then and when you go up in the lighthouse you can see hundreds of momma pelicans feeding their babies. We see manatees every year out around North Key, they are fascinating whether it is your first time or 10th time to see them. When we are coming in from fishing there are always dozens of porpoises that are feeding we stop and are amazed how close they will come up to the boat. You can almost touch them! You won't find a better place than Cedar Key for spectacular sunsets or sunrises!! Be sure to bring your camera! Also, bring your water shoes...during the full moon when there is the Spring tide, the tide goes REALLY low, which makes it perfect for walking out on the Sand Spit and collecting sand dollars. (Try not to step on them!) There are so many day trips to take near Cedar Key: Manatee and Fanning Springs, Suwanee River, Ichetucknee Springs, you will be amazed how truly beautiful...so much nature....so inexpensive!

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