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Cottage by the gulf

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A living room with a white sofa, a blue accent wall, a TV mounted above a dark blue dresser, and a patterned rug.
A playground with a slide, climbing structures, and a red and blue play area.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a tiled backsplash.
A backyard with a wooden deck, two blue sofas, and potted plants.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a closet, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Dunedin, FL
  • Place, TD Ballpark
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunedin Historical Society and Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunedin Marina
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage by the gulf

Bring the family to this unique property. Free Bikes, free parking, outdoor grill, beach supplies, smart TVs, backyard lounge area, outdoor Jenga, hosts that go above and beyond to make sure you LOVE your stay. These are fully remodeled homes with modern kitchens, however maintain their charm. Walking distance to charming downtown Dunedin with plenty of shops/bars/breweries/restaurants/playgrounds. Walk two blocks to the ocean and watch the sunset over the gulf.
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The front home features inside washer/dryer, new appliances, full kitchen and desk/highspeed internet. Two queen beds, dining/family room and two full bathrooms.

There is a smaller guest house on premises with a shared backyard area (fully fenced). This listing rents just the front home. Two off street parking spaces available. inquiry for the listing on the whole property if desired.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from TD Ballpark. Laundry facilities are available. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 13 minutes by car from Tampa Bay and 14 minutes from Pier 60 Park
As a guest of Cottage by the gulf, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Dunedin cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Cottage by the gulf Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diana l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice outside area with grillExcellent hostVery easy access to town Pet friendly with walking path right next to cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!! It was in walking distance to restaurants and the town. Easy walk to the stadium, if you came for a Blue jays game. The house was very quiet and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a gem! Great location in a lovely neighborhood. Property had everything you need for an enjoyable getaway. Host was very responsive and wonderful to work with. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Active family and pet friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed many places in Dunedin, and the Cottage by the Gulf was the most perfect one. It was very clean and open, the kitchen was a dream to work in, and the patio was like an extra living room. Location was a cyclist's dream, and the neighbors were very friendly. We will never forget this one!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House and yard is charming. Owner was really responsive and helpful. Location is very nice.
It’s right off the Pinellas Trail.  Great walking and sites.
Walking distance to main town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little space walkable to downtown Dunedin right on the trail. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location. Everything we needed was provided. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was nice clean quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jerome M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

good location to the Pinellas Trail!

The location of the house was great as we bought our bikes to ride along the trail and it was close to some pretty beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay. Conveniently located to wonderful beaches and Dunedin is an inviting and wonderful town. The cottage had everything we needed. We loved being able to walk to see the sunset over the gulf each night. Denay is a gracious host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daphne L.

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

Dunedin vacation

Would definitely try to stay in the future. Enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Dunedin

We enjoyed our stay on the trail near Dunedin.
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Great spot, great cottage, great Host!!

Clean, comfy & cordial. I hope I can book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

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

Graduation/Vacation

Our stay was great, good location near family and the owner was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L.

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

Great location

Very nice spot in Dunedin. Close to the water and close to the bike trail. Nice walk into the town. Definetly would recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Honeymoon

I rented this for my son's honeymoon, him and his new bride loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! We loved the location of it being right by the trail. My husband and I took the bikes out one day for a ride. There was a small park right across the road for the kids to play and a bigger one right down the road. We hope to be back soon!!
Backyard
Took the trail every morning to get a coffee!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pammy h.

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

A great experience.

Very clean, stocked and so convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

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

Comfortable and clean

Great property, updated and clean. Location was awesome to the trail and downtown Dunedin.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom & Beth R.

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

Great Experience

One of the best VRBO experiences we ever had. Looking forward to a return visit in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeWayne C.

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

Fall Getaway

Very nice and we like staying on the trail. Restaurants are close by. We plan on coming back. Hope this property is available the next time we come.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023