Bikini Top Cottage in the historic village of Longboat Key

Host Josh is wonderful in all regards. Great place….warm and cozy. Love, love the outdoor area/backyard .More like an outdoor living room with very comfortable cushioned chairs and Chaise. And VERY PRIVATE…..Great. You will Want for naught. Comfortable bed and excellent shower.Thank you Joshua and Paddy.Book It, there will be No Disappointment on your horizon.

This was our second stay at this cottage. It is so tranquil but close to everything you want on a vacation. It's just a short drive to the beach and great restaurants. The owner was so kind to let us use the kayaks and even delivered them to our door when we asked about them. The outdoor living space is absolutely perfect! The addition of a small window A/C kept the cottage cool and comfortable even when the temps outside reached over 100 degrees. We definitely recommend and look forward to visiting this little oasis again soon.

This location is great - close to bays, beaches, sandbars, restaurants, shelling, fishing, kayaking, biking, sailing, and wildlife.

We stayed at Josh’s place for 10 days. This part of LBK is very quiet and peaceful. The bay is at the end of the lane and we loved strolling down to enjoy the view. The place itself was perfect for the two of us. The best part is the large private patio with fireplace which we used frequently in the January chill. We loved going down the street for a cocktail at Whitney’s and the Marvista is also nearby with great food. We highly recommend Josh’s place—it is just like the pics, was spotless, and communications with Josh were great. We’d love to stay again

This was our second time staying in the village, but our first time at BTC. The cottage is adorable and you can’t have a more wonderful location with the short walks to the beach, bay, Mar Vista, Whitney’s, Sips, etc. The outdoor seating area is beautiful and cozy. We would love to stay at Josh’s again in the future.

This cottage is a perfect place to getaway! It's close to the beach and excellent dining choices are close by. The outdoor living space is spectacular and very inviting. The historic looking fireplace was so welcoming and even though it was the middle of summer, I just had to get it fired up. The cottage was very nicely supplied with many items you don't know you need until you need them. It even has a precious kitty cat that comes to visit daily. The bed was comfortable, the kitchen had everything you would ever need, and the cottage was spotless when we arrived. We will definitely return! I give this getaway 5 stars!!

We spent a month at Bikini Cottage and found it to be a perfect spot. Josh had the cottage well-stocked with supplies, the outdoor space was inviting and perfect for a morning cup of coffee, and the cottage had a charming beach feel. Nestled in the Historic section of Longboat Key, it provided easy to access the beach, St. Armand’s Circle, good restaurants and great shopping. A perfect spot for two people to enjoy!!

Excellent host - small but pleasant cottage - wonderful deck and great location

Couldn’t ask for a better spot to take in this beautiful area. From morning walks for sunrises over the bay to a short 5-min walk to the beach, this place is a central spot. The outdoor area was a personal favorite. Plus 3 restaurants in walking distance. Josh is very responsive and created a cottage for the perfect getaway. Very much enjoyed my three months soaking it all in.

This was, without doubt, the best month of our life. This property is perfect. It is the perfect size for a couple. You can walk to the marina every morning or the beach every day. It is super clean, bright, and has everything you need: Beach chairs, beach towels, kitchen accessories. It is quiet but yet there are people around walking or riding bikes. Josh is awesome and is there to help with whatever you need. We will definitely stay here again.