Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages

This is a tough review to write as there are aspects of Cedar Cove Resort which are favorable and other areas that we did not like. We stayed for 2 days in early July of 2026. First, the manager and workers are extremely helpful and friendly. We got to know the part time maintenance person, Steve, who helped carry our bags to the second story room. He also drove us to a number of venue’s out of his good will. Steve gave us a superb lay-of-the-land review. The manager does leave at 4:30pm. If you needed to check-in or have an emergency, a phone was outside the front office to call. A box was close by to drop in your key if you needed to leave early in the morning. Two towels are given to you. A basket is in the room to deposit them when you leave. Cleaning is done on a “ask” basis which was fine for us. Unlike Sarasota which is just south of Bradenton Beach where high rises are everywhere. Bradenton Beach has a limit of three stories. Also, there are no Marriott’s or Hampton Inn’s on the beach area. The Inn’s and hotels on Anna Maria Island are owned by mom-and-pop type of establishments. Anna Maria Island is highly loved by many people over the years. The area does grow on you. Cedar Cove is situated on the main two-lane road, which is usually very busy. There are a number of parking spaces right along this road, feet away from where people drive. After a while, we just got use to “this is how it is.” Parking at Cedar Cove is designated. I guess the more expensive the room you have, depends if you get to park near your room? We just did not like where we parked. We booked directly with the hotel and reserved a room with a “garden view.” Being that we live close to the beach on the Florida’s East coast, having a “Gulf view” was not important to us. Also, the prices go up depending on the view you select. We were given a room on the second floor of their main three storied building. Nowhere was there a “garden view” except over a Palm Tree. The manager did offer a room across the busy street. We decided to stay in the 2nd storied room. We just don’t like climbing stairs and that’s when Steve came to help carry our bags. The room was definitely clean. My wife did not like the bathroom though. I found the bathroom doable. Having a real key and locking the door from the inside is a bit quirky. Steve took us to buy some lotion as there is none in the room. There is hanging bottle of liquid shampoo and body wash by the tub. There is coffee in the room. There was a small package and half of powdered creamer and sugar. More of the condiments should be given, particularly for a 2 day stay. If we wanted more coffee, we could purchase more from the front office. There was a large refrigerator and a microwave. If you needed to cook, there are barbecue pits outside. The older style AC did make plenty of noise. Our AC, was situated over the bed which made it even nosier. I did not mind the “white noise” th

We just recently spent a week at Cedar Cove. This was our 4th visit and it won't be our last. It is a smaller, privately owned property and they take great care to make sure your stay is outstanding. The location can't be beat. The beach is at your footsteps and they provide hammocks beach loungers and a covered Tiki area. The beach is spectacular at this location and not very crowded. The rooms are immaculate and the bed and pillows are super comfy. I slept so good while here. Easy access to travel North or South on the island. This has been by far my favorite place to stay.

I spent June 29- July 1, 2026 here with my family. We booked a few cottages/ apartments. The owners were amazing. The service was incredible. The rooms were spotless. The location was gorgeous. The beach sand was like walking on flour. There were lots of shells , coral, and sand dollars. There were marked off turtle nests and sea bird nests. We saw a Manatee in the water and lots of beautiful sea birds. The water was so warm this time of year. The sell a souvenir bamboo cup that you can use for refills of their frozen drinks. My personal favorite was the Mango one. It was so refreshing to drink on the hot beach.

Went with another couple for a birthday weekend getaway. Stayed in the Sandcastle penthouse. Room was wonderful. Two bedrooms, two baths plus living room and full kitchen. Perfect layout for two couples. Incredible views from the private balcony overlooking the gulf. The sunsets were amazing. Staff is very helpful to make your stay even better. Highly recommend the resort. We will be back.

Our go to place for a stay at Anna Maria. One of the few places on the island that allow less than a week rentals. While there’s no pool and the property is older, the staff, cleanliness and location keep my husband and I coming back! We’re Florida residents, so being able to book a quick getaway in a special place is important for us. It only do they remember us each time, but everyone goes above and beyond to make our stay perfect! Don’t hesitate to book with Cedar Cove!!

My wife and I just returned home from a 2 night stay at Cedar Cove (Flamingo room king). This place is located on a beautiful stretch beach, accommodations were clean & cozy. Found the office staff to be friendly. We will definitely return for another short stay.

Our stay at Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages was absolutely wonderful! From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed by the friendly staff. Eric was especially amazing—he was incredibly helpful throughout our stay and made sure we had everything we needed. The amenities were outstanding. They provided beach towels, beach chairs, bikes, gas grills, and even had a beach wheelchair, which allowed us to take my 91-year-old father-in-law down to the beach every day. That thoughtful amenity meant more to our family than words can express. They also offer golf cart rentals, which is a fun and convenient way to explore the area. We really appreciated the daily service of fresh towels, along with restocking paper towels and toilet paper. The property is charming, clean, and has a cozy, quaint atmosphere that made it feel like a home away from home. Although we didn’t have children with us, we noticed how family-friendly the resort is. They had a wonderful “take what you need” area stocked with beach toys, chairs, umbrellas, and other beach essentials, making it so easy for families to enjoy their vacation. One of our favorite parts of the trip was meeting so many wonderful people. We never met a stranger! We enjoyed visiting with guests from Indiana, Connecticut, Alabama, Georgia, and several other states. As Florida residents ourselves, it was so much fun getting to know people from all over the country and sharing stories. The beach itself was beautiful and exceptionally clean, and every evening we were treated to breathtaking sunsets that made our vacation even more special. We were blessed with gorgeous weather and made memories we’ll cherish forever. We can’t say enough good things about Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages. The outstanding staff, thoughtful amenities, beautiful beach, friendly atmosphere, and peaceful setting made this one of our favorite vacations. We will definitely be back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing, welcoming beach getaway!

Right on the beach, with chairs and beach towels provided, all you have to do is show up! A bit of classic Florida, with lovely updated rooms and modern amenities. Eric is a great host, and the staff was friendly and helpful. We were beyond happy with our cottage, and will absolutely stay here again!

Amazing place to stay if you’re in Anna Maria Island. I stayed 2 nights here with my friend and I can’t recommend enough. It’s right at the beach, so it doesn’t get better than that. Friendly staff, not too expensive and overall very peaceful and calm. The beach in front of the property is the best one I’ve been to in the island - clean water, white sand. If you’re planning on coming to this island this is the place to stay!!