The screened deck is sure to become your favorite spot in this cozy cottage. Relax with a favorite book or enjoy watching the beautiful variety of birds that come and go as you overlook the water. With nine cottages here at Pirates Cove, you are sure to find the perfect one that best suits your needs. Please note that if the cottage you want does not show up in your Airbnb search, it is currently not available for all or part of the dates you specified. Cottage #1 accommodates up to 4 guests and has a partial water view from a covered deck Cottage #2 accommodates up to 2 guests and has a courtyard view Cottage #3 accommodates up to 2 guests and has a courtyard view Cottage #4 accommodates up to 2 guests and has a covered screened deck overlooking the water Cottage #5 accommodates up to 3 guests and has a covered screened deck overlooking the water Cottage #6 accommodates up to 5 guests and has a water view from a covered deck Cottage #7 accommodates up to 2 guests and has a detached screened porch overlooking the water Cottage #8 accommodates up to 2 guests and has a water view from the bedroom and a partial water view from the front deck. Please note that #8 & #9 are two units converted from a mobile home. Cottage #9 accommodates up to 2 guests and has a partial water view from the front deck. Please note that #8 & #9 are two units converted from a mobile home. All of our cottages also share a deck and other outdoor areas that overlook the water. Frequently Asked Questions Is a coffee maker provided and what type is it? Yes, we have standard Mr. Coffee 12 cup coffee makers in every cottage. We provide packets of Folgers coffee, coffee filters, creamers and sugars. Does each cottage have a full size kitchen? Yes, each cottage has a full size refrigerator, oven/stovetop, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, utensils and cookware. Is there on-site boat trailer parking? Yes, we have on-site boat trailer parking. Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring a trailer. Can I dock my boat in the water behind the cottages? Boat docking is not permitted in the water behind our cottages due to the extreme tide swings. There are no rentals in Cedar Key that permit this. The City Marina is the only place to keep a boat overnight in the water. Please contact City Hall for details. How far is a boat ramp? The city boat ramps are about ½ mile from our cottages. Does Pirates Cove offer on-site Golf Cart, Bicycle and Kayak rentals? Yes, we have street legal golf cart and beach cruiser bicycle rentals. Our golf carts are the ONLY rentals on the island that you can take anywhere in Cedar Key including where we are on State Road 24. They are first come first serve unless reserved in advance. Please message us for rates, availability or to reserve. We do not offer kayak rentals at this time. Can I bring my own golf cart? You are welcome to bring your own golf cart, however, please remember that if they are not street legal and tagged, you run the risk of getting a ticket on State Road 24 (where we are located). Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring a trailer. How far are the cottages from town? Our cottages are ¼ mile to 2nd Street and ½ mile to Dock Street (the two main areas of the island). It is a very easy and short walk into town. Is there reliable WiFi? Yes, we have very strong and reliable WiFi with speeds at 330 MBPS. Is the dock behind cottage #7 for everyone? Yes, the dock is for all of our guests to use. The connected screened in porch is only for cottage #7. Is fishing allowed on property? Yes, you can fish off of the dock behind cottage #7. No license is required because it is private property. Fishing is tide dependent. Are fishing poles available for guest use? We do not provide fishing poles, however, they are available to rent at the Marina and Hardware Store. Are there on-site barbecue grills for guest use? Yes, we have two propane and two gas grills available for guest use. We also provide propane, charcoal, lighters and grilling utensils. How far is the closest beach? Cedar Key is not known for its beaches, however, there is a small beach in town about ½ mile from our cottages. The nearest larger beach is about 2 ½ hours away. Can I book two nights during a festival event or holiday? We have a three night minimum for festivals and holidays and a four night minimum for stays that fall on Thanksgiving (Wednesday – Sunday). We are a small, family owned and operated business that is open 365 days a year. This requirement allows us and our housekeeper to enjoy time off with family. Are one night reservations allowed? Yes, we allow one night reservations depending on the date requested and what we have available. Are pets allowed? Yes, we are pet friendly and pets are an additional $10/night per pet, no restrictions. Please let us know if you'll be bringing pets. Is there a grocery store nearby? Yes, there is a small locally owned market about ¼ mile from our cottages. There is also a Dollar General located about 10 minutes off of the island. The nearest big box store or supermarket is about 40 minutes away in Chiefland. Are the cottages non-smoking? Yes, no smoking is allowed inside any of the cottages. Smoking is permitted anywhere outside on the property (including decks and screened in porches) and we provide ashtrays on the outside tables. What time is check-in and check-out? Check-in is from 3pm – 6pm. Check-out is at 11am. Can we arrive later than 6pm to check-in? Yes, we allow late check-ins. Please let us know if advance so we can make arrangements for payment and to leave the key. Are there on-site laundry facilities for guest use? We do not have laundry facilities for guest use, however, there is a laundromat on 2nd Street next to the Post Office, about ¼ mile from our cottages. At Pirates Cove, each of our cottages are equipped to make your stay feel like a home away from home. Guests are welcome to bring kayaks to explore the mangrove islands right from the back of our cottages or fish off of our dock. Please note that kayaking and fishing are tide dependent and we provide tide charts in every cottage. We are also a short stroll to the unique shops and chef-inspired restaurants of Cedar Key. Cedar Key, Florida is reminiscent of days gone by. A quiet fishing village that exudes Old Florida charm, Cedar Key is one of several barrier islands off the Gulf Coast and remains unspoiled by the commercialism of the tourism industry. In Cedar Key you will fall in love with the natural beauty and friendly faces that make up the laid back community. We offer bicycle and golf cart rentals - perfect ways to tour the island! They are first come first serve unless reserved in advance so just let us know if you'd like to reserve them ahead of time! Please let us know if you'll be bringing pets with you. We are pet friendly, however, we do have an additional $10/night per pet fee since we do not charge cleaning fees. Airbnb doesn't have a way for us to add that to your original reservation so we will send that as a separate request once a reservation has been made. These cottages are over 40 years old and are not wheelchair accessible.