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Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset

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Ariel view of Layton House with Pool, & Gazebo nestled in the tropical landscape
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Long Key, FL
  • Place, Long Key State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Anne's Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Theater of the Sea
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Queen Sleeper Sofa in Family Room Sectional

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom - Downstairs

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4 -

Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs Jack & Jill Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom - His & Hers baths

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset

Flexible Check in dates may be available upon request! Upon entering Pioneer Del Layton's private estate, you will experience spectacular sunsets and one of the most beautiful views of the Florida Bay from the beach area or, if you prefer indoors, from every room in the Layton House.. Centrally located between Islamorada and Marathon, you are moments from all water activities, state parks, museums, shops and restaurants. Swim with the dolphins at Dolphin Research Center or experience the hands-on Turtle Hospital. Kayak, swim and fish off the property. Rent jet skis for a fun tour or individually. Cross under Long Key Bridge and you are home to Hemmingway's offshore fishing. Dock your boat at the private 70+ foot dock (boat rentals available), swim in your large private circular heated sale water pool, and cook your catch at the spacious Gazebo on the 5-burner gas grill or in the huge remodeled kitchen. After dinner, enjoy a relaxing evening on the beach stargazing and roasting marshmallows for s'mores at the bonfire. Be sure to plan a day in Key West to see the sights there. We are located 1 hr. 45 minutes from Miami Intl. Airport, 1 hr. 30 minutes from Key West.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
With approval only; additional fee according to #
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
If furniture is moved, inside or outside, please return it to its original position.
Layton House cleaning team will do all laundry. Do not wash Layton House linens, towels, rugs, comforters, blankets, etc.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Property is limited to guests listed on contract. No extra guests.
Must have two adults to every 4 children.
Specific House Rules will be posted on kitchen counter by house keys. Please read and have guests read the House Rules and Arrival/ Departure rules.

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
Note from host: With approval only; additional fee according to #
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset?

As of 8 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset on 22 May 2026 start from NZ$2,064, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Waterfront Home, Heated Pool, Beach, Tiki w/Grill, Dock, Kayaks, Sunset located?

Nestled on the beach, this Long Key holiday home is just steps away from Sunset Drive Beach and Long Key State Park. Fiesta Key is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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. 100 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 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

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Johnie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous vacation.Private, relaxing, and beautiful view. Beds are super comfortable, and everything you need to cook is handy (and in working order) inside or on the grill. Linda is so very pleasant and close by if we needed anything. Her love for her generational home is infectious, and she takes great pride in hosting, which she does wonderfully! Pictures are accurate; however, the view is just to die for. We will be back!
Everything as pictured. kayaks, outdoor fire pit, huge tiki hut for shade and pool was the perfect size.
The family. You will plan your day to be home to see the sunset. Everyone is spectacular.
Stunning sunsets
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Location
Absolutely the best VRBO! If you’re looking for a gorgeous relaxing place to stay, this is it! The location is outstanding! Don’t even need to leave the property for a vacation! The owner is incredibly welcoming and responsive. We were also able to rent a boat for a few days… had it delivered and picked up. The cleanest, most well-stocked VRBO we have ever stayed at!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linda, the host, was absolutely amazing. There was a couple hiccups with the wifi/cable and the pool not being on the first night and she was very apologetic amd tried so very hard to correct the problems quickly. The pictures do not do this amazing home and property justice We are eagerly planning another visitnext year
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

steve m.

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

Beautiful place

It's a beautiful place and impeccably cared for.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2024
Hi Steve, I'm thankful you made it home safely and that you are feeling better! It was truly a pleasure meeting you and your wife and I hope you are able to return to the Layton House and get that fishing trip in! Thank you for leaving our home in such excellent condition! Linda
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10/10 Excellent

Nina P.

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

The Perfect Vacation!

Our stay at The Layton House was fantastic! The views are breathtaking . The property has so much to offer. The host, Linda, is amazing and so easy to work with! We hope to visit again next year. Definitely give this property a 10 out of 10! PS it’s the cleanest rental we have ever stayed in! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Beautiful!

We really enjoyed our visit to the Layton House in the Keys. The location was wonderful and very private with its own boat dock and pool. Very clean and spacious. Linda was a fabulous host. We would love to come back again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

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

Wonderful February Respite from the cold

So happy with our stay at Layton house - the house, pool, outdoor spaces were lovely, sparkling clean and well appointed. Every detail was carefully thought out and of high quality. Hated to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2025
Barbara, It was so nice having you and the family here for your winter break from the cold. Burrrr! I'm sorry I didn't get to meet you but I had a few conversations with your daughter and her husband. I hope you all enjoyed the pumpkin bread; she may be making it for you in the future! Thank you for taking such good care of our family home. We'd love to have you back any time. Take care. Linda
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10/10 Excellent

Bess H.

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

Fantastic property!

We loved our stay at this fabulous property! It is over the top clean and the kitchen is very well stocked! We brought our boat and had a ball. Perfect location and we loved the family history of the property and town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2020
It was such a pleasure having you and your family here at the Layton House, Roseanne. How exciting for your son-in-law to hook his first tarpon! The kids seemed to enjoy the pool and the kayaks as well as their first snorkeling trip over our beautiful reefs! What a fantastic idea for your Christmas gift to the family and one I'm certain they are not likely to forget. Thank you for taking such good care of our property. We'd love to have you back any time your schedule permits. Linda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

A great house with a wonderful host

My family had a great time at the Layton House. Every aspect of the house was fabulous and the owner is a wonderful woman who is an absolute pleasure to deal with. I have traveled and stayed throughout the keys and this was my personal favorite.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2020
So happy you, Shannon and the girls had a nice visit at the Layton House. It was a pleasure having you and I hope your parents will be able to join you next time. I look forward to seeing you in the near future. Have a healthy, joyous New Year! Linda Lange
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

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

The Perfect Family House in the Keys

Everything with this home surpassed our expectations. From the cleanliness of the home, to the privacy, to the evening fishing from the dock with my kids. Linda was absolutely amazing to work with and made us feel at home as soon as we arrived. Needless to say, it was hard to leave when our trip came to an end, however we now plan to be repeat renters of this home!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2025
Thank you, Travis! It was a joy having you and the family here at the Layton House. I loved hearing the kids laughter as they played in the pool and fished from the dock. The house was so clean when you left it was hard to imagine 3 young children there for a week. Thank you for keeping our family home so nice. I look forward to seeing you again next spring!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Exceeded Expectations!

Our group found the house very spacious. The house and pool was extremely clean. The landscaping is trimmed and manicured. The history of the house is very interesting. Linda is great. The views and sunset from this property are spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Beautiful Home Beautiful Views

Loved the house, very nice view of the sunset. The saltwater pool is the best pool ever, we spent a lot of time there and loved it. Linda is a very nice and helpful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2024
Dave, Thank you for your review of the Layton House. This helps others know what to expect. It was a delight having you and your family here and I hope you were able to relax and enjoy the beauty. The pool, beach and kayaks are a favorite with many of our guests. I hope you will return again in the future. In the meantime, take care of each other and appreciate every day God gives us. Linda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

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

Stunning property!

Beautiful home, meticulous property. We enjoyed the fire pit, sunsets, and pool. Everything was just a dream! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2023
Debbie, It was so nice meeting you and your family. I'm glad you enjoyed our heated saltwater pool. It provides a wonderful way of relaxing after a fun-filled day. Have a healthy 2023 and come back and see us anytime. Linda
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10/10 Excellent

Tom V.

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

Beautiful House in the Middle Keys

The property is on the water in a beautiful part of the Keys with every detail considered. This is an old family home and the generational care of the property makes it a lovely and unique place to stay. Linda is a wonderful, warm, generous and incredibly helpful host. We literally loved every minute and hope to be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2024
Tom and Susan, it was such a pleasure having you here at the Layton House. I wish you could have stayed another week to enjoy more of God's beauty that surrounds us from the varied sunsets, the sea life, the landscape and so much more. We are blessed indeed. I hope you are able to return with the rest of your family in the near future. You are always welcome. Thank you for taking such good care of our family home. Have a wonderful summer! Linda
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

PERFECT getaway!

We cannot be more happy with Linda and her house. We had such a great week. The house was VERY clean, and even better than the pictures. Cannot thank you enough Linda! We'll be back FOR SURE!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Taylor, I am so pleased you and the family enjoyed our Bayside retreat. My grandfather was a visionary for sure and had dreams of building his own town. He carved out this piece of paradise for the family and I am blessed to see people build lasting memories here. The beach and large circular pool are always fun for the children. Look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william c.

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

Cullens keys

We had a great time. The house was great. Best sunsets we've had in the keys and close to both islamorada and marathon. Pool and tiki hit were great for afternoon and evenings as well as fire pit right on the water. Looking forward to our next visit
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2022
William, it was so nice to have you and your family here for your 4th of July celebration! I hope the group enjoyed our property and I look forward to having you all again in the future. Linda
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

Beautiful property

This was one of the best properties we have ever stayed in. The owner provided everything we could possibly need to make ourselves at home. She even greeted us with a loaf of homemade pumpkin bread. The gazebo was a great place to hang out during the few Florida showers we had while there. The private pool was wonderful and the sunset views from the firepit seating were breathtaking. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2024
Hi Kenneth and Family, You were wonderful guests and I appreciate how nicely you left our home. I hope you are able to return to the Layton House in the near future.
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10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

Fabulous vacation spot

From the moment we opened the door, we felt at home. Beautiful appointments, very clean, well organized, and every possible item you would need for your stay. Inside and out was wonderful. Very relaxing and pleasing. Linda was wonderful and very accommodating. I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2020
Carol, I am so happy you and your family enjoyed your Christmas vacation at the Layton House. The Coastal Christmas Tree is a fairly new addition and popular with our guests. It is my pleasure and labor of love maintaining a five-star reputation for our waterfront property so that families and groups can enjoy the beautiful 2+ acres my grandparents, Del and Mary Layton, founded. With all the kayaking and enjoying the gorgeous weather, I hope you had time to read, Pioneer in the Florida Keys, my grandfather's book retelling the history of founding "his" City, and the early days in the Florida Keys. Other books are available in our library as well. We look forward to having you back in the near future. Have a blessed and healthy 2019! Linda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis N.

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

Amazing

Place was fantastic. Very clean and comfortable. View of the water and sunsets were out of this world. Definitely reccomend this place. The owner lives on property and was very friendly and kind. She was quiet and gave us space we didnt even know she was there. 5 star
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2023
Travis, It was a pleasure having you and the guys here for mini-lobster season. I appreciate you taking care of our one-of-a-kind family property. I'm glad the 70' boat dock worked for both boats and that you had immediate access to the Bay and the Atlantic. I look forward to having you and your family back again. Enjoy the rest of the summer. Linda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEBI T.

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

DT FRIENDS

GOREGOUS, FABULOUS,PERFECT!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL H.

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

Fantastic Property

The views and amenities at the Layton House are perfect, and Linda the property manager is awesome! The property is gorgeous and the kitchen in the house is amazing. One caveat would be that two of the bedrooms are on the smaller side and share a bathroom - not a big deal for a family but not ideal for a group of friends. As long as the bedroom space meets your needs, however, you absolutely cannot beat this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2024
Thank you, Michael, for your response! I'm so glad you and your friends had such a good time at our beautiful historic property named after the Founder of the town, my grandfather, Del Layton. It was nice to hear you enjoyed the kayaks, fishing from the dock, swimming in the large heated pool and simply relaxing and playing games together. That's my idea of a vacation!!! The two downstairs bedrooms are on the smaller side as they are part of the original homestead. When my grandparents became more established with the Long Key Fishing Camp and the Del-Mar Fishing Charters, they added the huge open kitchen and dining area where groups love to come and hang out. The upstairs houses the ginormous master suite with two new spa-like baths and an enclosed porch for relaxing, napping or simply watching for the sea life to swim by. I hope you will come back to see us in the near future. I so enjoyed having you hear. The lasagna was delicious! Thanks for your thoughtfulness. Enjoy the new year and stay safe. With appreciation, Linda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeWayne W.

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

Great property as advertised

This is probably the cleanest house we have ever rented. Linda was very accommodating and gracious as the host. You can sit and look at the water and it is so quiet and peaceful all you hear are the fish jumping and the birds flying by. The grandchildren loved the dock to fish off of and the open space around the home. We kayaked several times and really enjoyed the peaceful relaxing stay in the Layton House It is as advertised and you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Perfection!

The Layton House is our new favorite place! The place is like is like a retreat in paradise. We were thrilled to find that the pictures of the place and the description were exactly what we found. We enjoyed every aspect of this home and property. It was so clean, tidy and welcoming. Linda was a joy to meet and always available to answer any questions we had. We highly recommend this amazing place... it was a real treat!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2020
Lynn, It was truly a blessing having you and your group here at the Historic Layton House. It always pleases me to see others enjoy the beautiful property my grandparents developed. I trust you were able to read through his book, Pioneer in the Florida Keys. You appeared relaxed as you kayaked the waters and fished from our dock. Lots of good stories and memories to take home!!! I look forward to your return to the Layton House soon. Have a blessed fall and winter season. Linda
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10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Slice of paradise….

Our family of 7 enjoyed everything that the Layton House offered. The description is 100% accurate as described and the pictures don’t even do the beauty of this private oasis justice. Breathtaking water views and lots of fun outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking, and swimming in the heated pool were some of our favorite things. The indoor space was perfectly spacious, very clean, and very comfortable. We loved how quiet and private the house is situated. The hostess Linda was extremely welcoming and wonderful to work with. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

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

Pam

This property is absolutely gorgeous. The owner was super helpful and kind to our family. The property was very clean and all our needs were furnished far and above what I expected. If you want to just relax and read a book and do absolutely nothing.. this is the place to do it. My favorite things were the quite mornings watching the sun rise and the quite evenings watching the sun set and making smores for the first time in my life. Thank you Mrs. Linda....
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Linda Lange

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I am granddaughter to Del and Mary Layton, and I own and manage the property. I grew up in Miami and came to the Keys often as a child with my grandparents, spending many summers here. I remember fondly the 'long' drives down on the rough roads and the rattling draw bridges in the back seat of the Chevrolet Impala with Pat, the family dog. After marrying and having two sons, we continued coming down to see my grandparents each chance we could, bringing friends and church groups to enjoy our blessings. Mary and Del were gracious, enjoyed people and were loved by all that knew them. I hope to continue sharing the joy that the Layton House has brought to so many over the years as families and friends build lasting memories.

Why they chose this property

This property has been passed down from my grandfather, Del Layton, to his daughter, Aileen Howard and now to me. He founded this little piece of paradise in the Middle Keys after selling his grocery business in Miami in the late 1940's to follow his dream. You can read the history in his biography, Pioneer in the Florida Keys. The property is beautifully landscaped, spacious, tranquil and private. You can walk to the Long Key State Park and ride for miles on the bicycle path enjoying the views.

What makes this property unique

The historic Layton property is one of the most beautiful in the Middle Florida Keys with open water views from every angle, gorgeous changing sunsets, and swaying palm trees from the many windows in the home. My grandfather carved out this slice of paradise for the family. We are the only homes Bayside in Layton. The huge, well appointed kitchen with a large semi-circular island seating 8 is the gathering place for young and old to cook, eat and enjoy each other's company. We provide board games, numerous puzzles, cards and dominoes for inside activities. Pictures displayed around the home recall times from the past. The large circular, heated saltwater pool, surrounded with native landscaping, is a fantastic place to unwind and relax before grilling your catch and having dinner in the tiki. There are many puzzles, board games, cards and dominoes inside the house. Outside you can try your hand at croquette, corn hole and bocce ball to add to your memories at The Layton House.

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