Welcome to Shelly's Chateau!
A charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath brand-new home just minutes from downtown Cedar Key. This brand new cozy home is named after Shelly, the friendly tortoise who lives in the backyard. Perfect for families or small groups, Shelly's Chateau offers a comfortable home base while you explore the beauty and charm of Florida’s Nature Coast.
INTERIOR
🪜 Single level — no stairs for easy access
🛋️ Comfortable living room with ample seating and Smart TV for entertainment
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances & breakfast bar
🍽️ Dining area with seating for six — perfect for meals or game nights
🛏️ Bedroom #1: Queen bed & private en-suite bathroom with tub/shower
🛏️ Bedroom #2: Queen bed
🛏️ Bedroom #3: Two twin beds
🚿 Full bathroom in the hall with tub/shower combo
🧺 Laundry room with washer & dryer
🌐 High-speed WiFi, central A/C, and heating for year-round comfort
EXTERIOR
🐢 Shelly the tortoise’s backyard habitat — a fun surprise for guests
🐾 Fenced grassy backyard
☀️ Outdoor patio area for relaxing or al fresco dining
🚗 Ample parking for vehicles and boats
NEIGHBORHOOD
🏘️ Peaceful residential area just a short drive to Cedar Key’s historic downtown
🍽️ Close to local restaurants, unique shops, and historic sites
Ideal for fishing 🎣, kayaking 🛶, and nature walks 🌳
ABOUT CEDAR KEY
Cedar Key, Florida, is a quirky little island with an old-school charm that feels like stepping back in time. Surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and dotted with colorful cottages, historic buildings, and family-owned shops, this hidden gem offers a laid-back, no-rush vibe that makes it easy to unwind. Instead of chain restaurants and crowded beaches, you’ll find local seafood shacks serving fresh clams and grouper, art galleries tucked into historic storefronts, and a community that welcomes visitors like old friends. It’s a place where golf carts and bicycles outnumber cars, sunsets paint the sky every evening, and the pace of life slows down to match the tide.
Adventure seekers will love kayaking through mangrove tunnels, birdwatching in the nearby wildlife refuges, and exploring quiet backroads that reveal stunning coastal scenery. History buffs can step into Cedar Key’s fascinating past at the small but rich museums, while food lovers can savor a taste of “Old Florida” at the island’s locally loved eateries. Whether you’re here to fish, explore, or just relax with a good book by the water, Cedar Key offers the perfect blend of nature, nostalgia, and charm that will have you planning your next trip before you even leave.
Annual events: Cedar Key Seafood Festival, Cedar Key Art Festival, Pirate Festival & the Christmas Tree Lighting
THINGS TO DO ON THE NATURE COAST
Boating & Kayaking: Paddle through calm Gulf waters and spot dolphins 🐬 & seabirds
Fishing: Inshore & offshore opportunities for redfish, trout, and more
Cedar Key Museum State Park: Discover island history & artifacts 📜
Shell Mound: Ancient Native American site with hiking & marsh views
Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge: Trails, wildlife, and pristine scenery
Art Scene: Galleries & studios featuring local artists 🎨
Day Trips: Manatee Springs State Park 🦭, historic Suwannee, and more
NOTES 🐾
Up to 2 small dogs allowed (pet fee applies) — please add to your reservation
Fenced backyard — perfect for letting small dogs outside (please clean up after them)
Pack & play available upon request
- 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°.
-There is no fish cleaning station on site. Do not clean or dispose of fish anywhere on the property including the outdoor trash bins.
- 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.
