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Middle Florida Keys Bayfront with Sailboat or boat slip included

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Docks by the cottages
Property grounds
Fabulous sunsets from the dock
View of Conch Key from a sailboat in the Bay, the sameas Margaritaville site
View of the bay from the house porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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marathon, FL
  • Place, Walkers Island
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Conch Key
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Dolphin Research Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

LIGHTHOUSE

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Futons

MASTER

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Middle Florida Keys Bayfront with Sailboat or boat slip included

Our Bayfront hideaway cottage is located in the middle Keys on a small island called 'Conch Key', and offers some of the best sailing in the Gulf anywhere in the Keys. Our guests have exclusive use of 23', well maintained, ComPac sailboats, for the duration of their stay. The island is the smallest island in the Keys. It is reminiscent of a quaint Bahamian lobster fishing village, with colorful cottages nestled closely together. Rustic wharves are charmingly cluttered with lobster traps, nets, and fishing gear. There is a well kept secret that lobster and fish are both plentiful. Back country fishing and off shore sport fishing are readily available.
Our ideal location near Marathon, in the middle Keys, will allow you to visit both Key West and Key Largo, each approximately one hour away. Additionally, we offer dock space with water and electricity for our guests wanting to bring their own boat for some of the best fishing in the world. Impeccably clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated.
Since 1988, we have taken pride in the fact that we have the cleanest, most well-maintained accommodations in the Florida Keys!

Keywords: Cottages, sailing, sailboat, fishing, House, boat, kayak, Marathon, Key West, dock space, trailer parking, quiet

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 5
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Discuss with property owner
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry no exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in, on, near or around our property !

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this cottage is on the waterfront. Keys Cable Park and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Long Key State Park and Curry Hammock State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • Walkers Island - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Little Conch Key - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Dolphin Research Center - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Coco Plum Beach - 21 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler and Ale - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Georgie’s Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hawks Cay Marketplace - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lick It Bbq & Woodfire Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Middle Florida Keys Bayfront with Sailboat or boat slip included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Middle Florida Keys Bayfront with Sailboat or boat slip included?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Middle Florida Keys Bayfront with Sailboat or boat slip included?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Middle Florida Keys Bayfront with Sailboat or boat slip included located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Walkers Island and Little Conch Key. Long Key State Park and Curry Hammock State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

One Night Stop

We needed an overnight place to stay and this was perfect. East to find and located near restaurants.Tammy was super responsive and answered all questions in speedy manner.Quaint and rustic fishing cottage with lots of history and memorabilia to check out.Bedroom was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

david m.

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

Relaxed!

Beautiful place on the water! Nice Sunsets! Great Keys setting. Great service! Fun kayaking!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Our stay here was amazing. Best vacation I’ve had in years

Everything we needed was there. I loved the nautical theme of the house. It was like a time machine of old Key West!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobby F.

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

Great Stay

We recently had a week-long stay at this property in Conch Key for the mini lobster season. Berry welcomed us and went out of his way to make our stay comfortable. We enjoyed the nautical decorations and felt it was very clean. To top it all off, the views from the back porch and dock were beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Quaint, a little rustic, comfortable, homey

I loved the cottage and the location. I would definitely go back to stay again. Owners Tammy & Barry were helpful & accommodating. They took us out on a sunset cruise on their sailboat, that was a highlight of our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H., Martinez, GA

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

Perfect, quiet stay in the Middle Keys

Our family of 5 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tammy and Barry's quaint cottage. The cottage itself is fully equipped and impeccably clean. Our family with 3 teens explored much of the middle and southern keys, and we felt this location was perfect for that. We would come back after a busy day out and relax. There were bikes and kayaks available for our use which was a huge plus as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Amazing little cabin!

Of all the places we stayed while traveling through the keys, this was our favorite! It's clean, albeit a bit rustic, and just perfect for our family. My son spent most of his time 'hunting' lizards and fishing off the dock. We saw lots of different marine wildlife from needle fish and grunt fish to horseshoe crabs and rays. They have lights under the dock so you can even look for critters afyer dark.A few days before our stay, someone even saw a manatee! It was so idyllic. My husband is already planning another trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Relaxing home with character

We loved this house! It had everything we needed. It definitely felt like you were staying in a piece of Keys history. Conche key is not touristy but it's central location made it easy to get to all the activities and have somewhere peaceful to come back to at the end of the day. We enjoyed fishing off the dock and kayaking in the cove. We caught snapper, grunts and even barracuda. We saw many fish, lobsters, parrot fish, starfish and even a nurse shark in the Cove. If you want something cookie cutter and modern, look somewhere else but if you want a one of a kind stay, consider booking with Barry.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Quaint Nautical Cottage on a cove of the bay

This 1950s cottage is ordained with every manner of nautical decor inside and out, in a tasteful, old-time way. It worked perfectly for two couples plus several more daytime visiting friends during our 1 week stay. We appreciated having access to the 23 ft sailboat which we used for outings of 4 people. Barry, the owner was across the street and checked us in and made sure we had everything during our stay. Light sleepers should consider bringing ear plugs given the proximity to US 1. Nice size working kitchen with full-size fridge and stove. The living/dining area was plenty of room for 6 with a classic tropical view of the water through the comfy porch. Thanks Barry.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

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

Perfect Place!

The four of us adults had a wonderful stay - we rented both the cabin and the upstairs "treetop", so there were 2 bathrooms and plenty of privacy with beautiful sunsets and a relaxing vibe. Conch Key is central to Islamorada and Marathon Keys, so there was so much to do, we had a hard time squeezing it all in during our 4 days there. Barry is quite the character and so accommodating, we even enjoyed margaritas and conversation when he brought more mixer after we ran out! We must be some of the luckiest guests ever, as a family of manatees joined us one evening and hung around the docks long enough for us to see them on our way out for a sail and for quite a while after we returned! We were sorry to have to leave so soon, but Tammy made sure to invite us back which would be great! We all would recommend staying here if you like real down-to-earth hosts, wild sea animals (we also spotted a giant sea turtle on one of our sails), and the laid back "old Florida " lifestyle.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Everything we wanted and so much more!

When we decided to travel to the Keys, we wanted to find a special, unique, homey, rustic “Keys” feel, something on water, not tons of people, and a private home. We found it all and so much more in this special home. This place, it’s owners Barry (and Tammy we hope to meet you on our next visit) are something truly special on so many levels. From the moment you enter you feel like your in a true step back in historical time. So many trinkets, gadgets, old nautical artifacts, etc. while this home is not a luxury hotel/home, it has more charm and warmth than any place I’ve ever stayed. Barry was wonderful in his communication, prompt in responses (thanks Barry for putting up w my endless inquiries and “research”:). Our stay was made even better when met some other friends, went sailing on the boat, shared dinner together and heard such great tales and experiences of the Keys from Barry. He gave fantastic suggestions on things to see and great recs on restaurants. He even escorted us and got us into the Dolphin Research Center ! Not too many hosts that make everything so special for guests. We cooked steak, crab and tuna on the outdoor grill. We fished nightly off the dock and caught several fish. The floating platform made for memorable wine, fishing and the most gorgeous sunsets ever. We spent a lot of time in the kayaks, and watching the parrot fish swim near the dock. We had the greatest time, and NO doubt will be returning. Thanks so much Barry.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was fantastic! We plan on coming back again! Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana M.

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

Girls trip dream

Our stay of 5 girls total was lovely!! Tammy and Barrys home was perfect for our little get away. We enjoyed the beautiful sunset and fishing from the docks out back. Beautiful property and we hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first visit to the Keys, and this place was great! Centrally located in the Keys, with easy access to Route 1, you can be in Key Largo in an hour, or Old Town Key West in about an hour and a half. In between road trips, we took advantage of the available fishing rods, nearby bike and walking trail, and just lounging on the deck after sunset.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great stay at Conch Key!

We had a fabulous time and really enjoyed the proximity to the water. Our 17 year old son and his friend even caught 2 tarpon from the dock. We enjoyed gorgeous sunsets every night, and loved exploring on the sea kayaks. It was a great vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

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

Step inside and step back in time

We were only here for one night and so wish we would have booked longer. We will definitely be back. Loved everything about the location, the house decorations (there is a lot to look at and if you appreciate older nautical decor you will love it), and the host. Barry was great at communicating and offered lots of suggestions for late night dining (S.S. shipwreck was fabulous- get the key lime pie) and a last excursion before leaving the keys (Dolphin teaearch center). Definitely take the kayaks out bc the view of Conch Key from the water is pretty perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Nice place to stay

It is full of character. Very Clean. About 20 min from Marathon, where ther is lots of great dining. Burdines is a great waterfont restraunt. But they only have beer and wine.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

Sunshine in December

Owners were responsive and friendly. The house is an exactly like the pictures. Step off the back porch, onto the dock and watch a picture perfect sunset. We would certainly come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jb T.

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

Will visit again !!!

Lively waterside home with everything you need ! I do mean everything lovely decor and amazing host
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

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

Cool cottage

Great little place, super convenient location and boat dock access!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

brooke b.

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

Perfect location

We had the best time at our stay on Conch Key. The location allowed us to explore up and down the Florida keys. My children had the best time and didn’t even want to leave our little cottage to explore. They kayaked, rode bikes and fished all day long. My son caught so many amazing fish off the dock. Plenty of room for my family of 5! Everyone had their own space. I would LOVE to come back and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

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

Cozy Bungalow

Great location. The place was clean, comfortable and quaint. Will stay again if in area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff Y.

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

Porch with shade

Nice week on Conch Key in a clean and quiet house. Dock worked great for our 17’ boat. Everything we needed was at the house, including bait freezer. The back porch shade was wonderful all day long.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

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

Keys getaway

The cottage was exactly as described. Extremely clean. Perfect location & easy to find. The sunsets off the dock are THE BEST!! Barry is very friendly & knowledgeable of the area & gave us some recommendations of places to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Okeefe F.

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

THE BEST VACAY

Wonderful vacation rental! Authentically rustic yet convenient and perfectly suited to all of our needs. We absolutely will be back in 2025 and stay a full 7 days this time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tammy

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We purchased this spectacular property from the original owners, who developed this unique vacation concept, in a great Keys location.

Why they chose this property

This Middle Keys bay front cottage include the exclusive use of a 23' sailboat, kayaks, and bicycles for no additional charge. Additionally, we offer launching, trailer storage and docking space for guests wanting to bring their own boat for some fabulous Keys fishing. A great location for a family reunion, a destination wedding or a retreat for any reason. See other unit we have available: VRBO #826376.

What makes this property unique

Conch Key is located conveniently in the middle islands, only 63 miles to Key West. Qualified sailors can day sail the protected waters of the Gulf of Mexico, at their leisure, no need to reserve time. Bicycle (or walk/jog) across Henry Flaglers old railroad bridge . Visit the nature trails of Long Key State Park, swim with the dolphins at the Dolphin Research Center nearby, or just sit under the coconut trees and enjoy the island life.

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