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Island charm in the center of Cedar Key

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Mellow Yellow
Main bedroom with comfortable queen bed
Large screened in back patio with seating, shade and fan
Living room with comfortable sofa and Roku TV
Located close to downtown, very walkable

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Cedar Key, FL
  • Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cedar Key Pier
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • City Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Island charm in the center of Cedar Key

Walkable to town~ Screened Patio ~ Boat parking and a 2 minute drive to boat launch ~ BBQ ~ Hammock

Escape to the serene paradise of Cedar Key and make laid-back Mellow Yellow your home away from home. This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage is just three blocks from 2nd Street, the heart of Cedar Key and a 10-minute stroll or 2 minute drive to boat launch on Dock Street. Surrounded by lush trees, Mellow Yellow offers a tropical hideaway perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Interior: Brand new furniture
~Living Room: Cozy sofa, sitting chair, Roku TV, writing desk, local artwork.
~Main Bedroom: New queen bed, armoire, closets, nightstands, ensuite bathroom (shower, sink, toilet).
~Guest Bedroom: Day bed allows for your choice of single twin, double twin, or king bed
~Kitchen: Fully equipped U-shaped kitchen with electric stove, oven, and dishwasher.
~Dining Area: Seats six guests
~Additional Amenities: Second full bathroom (tub/shower combo), stacked washer and dryer.

Exterior:
~Front Porch: Classic rocking chairs under a canopy of majestic cedar trees.
~Screened patio: Perfect spot for outdoor dining or evening gatherings
~Backyard: Relaxing hammock, adirondack chairs, large umbrella, charcoal BBQ.


Neighborhood:
~Location: Three blocks from 2nd Street, the heart of Cedar Key and 10-minute walk or 2 minute drive to boat launch on Dock Street.

Parking:
~Driveway: Fits up to three vehicles and has room for a boat.
~Additional: Street parking available.

Special Features:
~Relaxation: Hammock straps ready on palm trees for an afternoon swing.
~Convenience: Close to renowned seafood restaurants, art galleries and local attractions.
~Access: The home is single level but there are a few steps to get to the front porch. If you prefer, after you initially unlock the front door you can use the back door for entry/exit and there is just 1 step up into the house.

Mellow Yellow invites you to experience the laid-back charm from the comfort of this inviting cottage. We hope to see you soon here on the island!!!
-Please be respectful of the neighbors and the area you are staying
-Do not trespass on other people's property, this includes docks and driveways
-Please be careful where you park, don't block people in, use neighbors property, park on the sidewalk or impede traffic
-Parties and/or events are not allowed
-No smoking inside or within 10 feet of doors or windows $250 fine if the property smells of smoke
-Unauthorized pets will result in a $250 fine for each animal
-$150/person/day fee for over occupancy limit
-Please don’t eat or drink anything besides water in the bedroom
-Quiet hours 10 pm to 7 am per local Noise Ordinance
-Please respect the check-in and check-out times. $500 for each 4 hours, or portion unauthorized thereof, of early check-in and late checkout.
-Guests are responsible for any damage they cause. If something does happen contact us ASAP and we will see if there’s a way to quickly take care of the issue before it gets worse and costs more.
-Please don’t rearrange the furniture.
-Please do your dishes.
-No illegal substances allowed on premises.
- Primary renter must be at least 25 years old or active military.
- ESA and service animals require documentation and adherence to our policies.
- Do not set the AC below 72° or heat above 78°.
- If there are kayaks or bikes included in the rental, use these responsibly, following all Florida regulations. Not all units under management include kayaks or bikes, please reference the listing to see included amenities. You confirm you are trained in the use of kayaks and bicycles. You are responsible for any damages or injuries resulting from their use.

Property manager

McCormick Management Company
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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 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 deadlock

About the area

Cedar Key

Located in Cedar Key, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cedar Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cedar Key Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • City Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Southern Cross Sea Farms - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cedar Key Museum State Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cedar Key Pier - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Steamers Clam Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cedar Cove Beach & Yacht Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪83 West - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Annie's Cafe - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Island charm in the center of Cedar Key pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island charm in the center of Cedar Key?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island charm in the center of Cedar Key?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Island charm in the center of Cedar Key located?

Located in the heart of Cedar Key, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cedar Key Historical Society Museum, Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce and Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge. Cedar Key Pier and City Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., New Smyrna Beach, FL

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

Hurricane Getaway

Great property, great location! Can't wait to visit again without the threat of a hurricane at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

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

Very quiet

We wanted a weekend getaway away and found it in this quant rental that was just a few blocks from town. The home was very clean and had all the comfort of home. From sitting outside in the screened in porch drinking our coffee too taking a walk and watching the sunset over the water. We rented a golf cart during the day to get around. It was the perfect weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Judy M.

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

Great location ,owner helpful

Cute little cottage..Needs a new bed though..that one not comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

Great location

The property is located in a quiet neighborhood and within walking distance of the ocean or downtown. The layout of the cottage makes it feel larger than 700 square feet. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sally a.

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

Mellow Yellow cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. We love Cedar Key, it is a friendly, beautiful island. The people there are helpful and friendly. The screened in porch was our favorite place to be, enjoyed the sounds of nature and quiet.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

Cedar Key getaway

We enjoyed our stay at Mellow Yellow. Cute little bungalow in a great location. We especially enjoyed the screened in porch in the back yard. It was our first visit to Cedar Key, a quaint little Florida cracker town! All the reviews were right: Tony's clam chowder is not to be missed! Thanks Catherine for sharing such nice accomodations!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

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

Cozy cottage near town

This house was fantastic. Cozy old cottage loaded with charm and a screened in porch that was amazing. Close to everything. We brought bikes so once we parked the car we never needed it again. The cottage had everything we needed and check in was a breeze. Definitely recommend this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie K.

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

Really enjoyed the food in the area - great location

I slept great on the trundle bed but my husband had trouble sleeping on the bed in the master bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alicia D.

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

Great weekend getaway

My family of four stayed for the weekend. It was perfect and the property owner was in touch for any needs we may have had.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Review

Needs to be a little cleaner
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donn B.

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

Great house and we sure enjoyed the back porch!

The house was so nice and the location was great! Rented a golf cart and that made everything so handy!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Perfect Getaway!

We had an amazing time in Cedar Key and Mellow Yellow was adorable. So roomy, comfortable, charming. We could not have been happier. I cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Pure relaxation

Great location within an easy walk of downtown, first bridge, and historic school and cemetery. House was like being at home - fully equipped with whatever is needed. Quiet time on the back porch, jigsaw puzzle on the table, good shower and night's sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

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

Adorable spot in a great location!

Very cute home super close to all the action in Cedar Keys, my family and I really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bruce D.

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

2020 Birthday in Cedar Key

We have been celebrating my wife's birthday in Cedar Key for nine years and it is always quiet, relaxing, and we eat too much. Mellow Yellow lived up to its name as it was really in a quiet neighborhood and within walking distance to Annie's for breakfast. Breakfast was really more like an early lunch because we were able to sleep peacefully. Annie's was kind enough to throw an egg on the BLT even though we were looking at the lunch menu. But this is about our stay at Cathy's place. It was comfortable and as I mentioned quiet and well appointed. A real Cedar Key home complete with a certificate of her father's prize winning fish. I loved the fact that we could book and pay immediately because the vacancy showed on the calendar. There was no waiting on the owner's or manager's approval. You paid and were booked; perfect. We loved her father's home and will be back. Thank you Cathy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

kim c.

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

Nice BUT...

The property was nice but smelled musty - tried to ‘air’ it out to no avail - was clean though. Furniture and decor need updating but comfortable Okay for a couple...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Mellow yellow

Great time at cedar key , great location mellow yellow
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Lola S.

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

Sweet Mellow Yellow

We enjoyed the quaint cottage--great, convenient, quiet location! The check-in process and owner communication were fantastic. Thanks very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vicky G. G.

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

Great location close to everything.

Loved the screened porch in back and front covered porch with two rocking chairs. We were visited by two neighbor cats while we sat outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Twila K.

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

They call in Mellow Yellow. Quite rightly!

If you are looking for the perfect place in Cedar Key for your getaway, look no further. Mellow Yellow is a great little house that is tastefully decorated, has many things already there that you might need, and we found it to be a comfortable home base. Not only that, but it is so close to town that you can walk there if you so choose. Had the weather not been so unseasonably cold, that's exactly what we would have done. Everyone in town is gracious and accommodating, from the shopkeepers to those working in the restaurants and even residents you might meet. All are full of information only locals can give you. Would we stay at Mellow Yellow again? Absolutely!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

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

Tropical NestorC

We had booked for the seafood festival; Nestor had other plans. We were unable to visit Cedar Key. How can you require those answers when we were not there?
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Loved this cottage!

This is a great little cottage and is well stocked for most anything you could need. Hope to stay there next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

John R.

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

Exceeded Expectations

Celebrated my birthday over the weekend and this was a perfect location close to shops and restaurants but far enough away from the hustle and bustle of downtown nightlife. We didn't use the kitchen but it was obviously well stocked for all you cooking needs. The screened in porch was my favorite,, nice area to relax and enjoy the cool breeze. Must complement the housekeeper, after our departure we went into town for last minute sightseeing and souvenir shopping. The housekeeper noticed we left one piece of luggage behind and contacted Cathy who promptly contacted me and I was able to go back and retrieve it. So a big thank you to Cathy and to the housekeeper. We would definitely stay here again. John and Madeline New Port Richey, Florida
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Mellow Yellow lives up to it's name.

Parking room for a boat or trailer, truck and golf cart. Located near the market and with a golf cart, everything is close. Electrical outlets for charging are located outside by the front door. Mellow Yellow is a comfortable place to stay. We certainly enjoyed our time there and explored the island thoroughly. On our last fishing trip to the pier, we hooked a 30" + Red Drum. We will surely plan another trip to return. Thank you for the memories! M. Dalton
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Judith B.

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

Great Cottage

We have already communicated with the owner regarding our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

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