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Spacious Waterfront Home on a Direct Ocean Access Canal with a Chilled Pool

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Pool
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12205.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Marathon, FL
  • Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sombrero Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Coco Plum Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Hallway

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Waterfront Home on a Direct Ocean Access Canal with a Chilled Pool

Escape to Marathon in this large 5 bedroom 3 bath waterfront home in the heart of Marathon Florida. This clean home is bright and spacious with a large open living space perfect multiple couples or large families. This unique Florida Keys home has two finished levels so the family/group can spend quality time together in the spacious upsairs area or enjoy some private time in the downstairs lounge area.


Bring your boat or rent one for the week and keep it on our large 68 ft deep water dock. The house is a quick 5 min away from from the Ocean inlet and the best fishing in the world.

Not into fishing? Relax at the house and enjoy the beautiful views from the balcony or lounge in the chairs in the backyard. Two kayaks and a paddle board are available if you want to spend the day exploring on the water. Enjoy the floating dock for easy Kayak loading.

House Layout:
Upstairs:
Large open floor layout with kitchen, eat-in island, dinner table and living room. Off the kitchen is a large balcony (half screened in) with seating area and beautiful views of the Canal leading to the Ocean.
Room 1: Master Suite - KING bed + on suite (Jacuzzi soaking tub & walk in shower) + crib
Room 2: KING Bed (Shared hallway bathroom)
Room 3: Queen Bed (Shared hallway bathroom)

Downstairs:
Large finished lounge area with two sliding doors leading to the covered deck and backyard. Large bathroom with walk in shower.
Room 4: Two Twin Beds
Room 5: Twin Bed with trundle

Air Mattress & Pull Out Couch Available

We are baby friendly!
There is a standard crib in the master bedroom.
Other items available:
Pack n Play w/ Mattress
Bouncy Chair
Puj bathtub
Baby gate
Books
Wood Block Toy
Infant life jacket

Nearby Attractions:
*Short 4 mile drive to Sombrero Beach ( free access to white sandy beach, playground and picnic tables)
*0.2 mile drive/walk or short kayak trip to Marathon dog park
*2.8 mile drive to Florida Keys Country Club Golf Course & Tennis Courts
(public golf access ~ $40 18 hole)
please check availability on website as there are renovations going on
*Sombrero Reef Snorkeling
*1.1 mile drive to Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters
* Easy access to running paths
*49 miles to Key West

Property manager

Jay
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have tons of baby items :)
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 5 total)
Please check with us before booking
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quite hours after 10PM
-WHY ISN’T MY FRIDGE COLD?: -Refrigerator concerns are some of the most frequent calls. It can take 24hours to chill to the newly entered contents.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center and Florida Keys Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park. Scuba diving, snorkelling and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Sunset Park Beach - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Sombrero Beach - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Coco Plum Beach - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Fish Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Keys Fisheries - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Waterfront Home on a Direct Ocean Access Canal with a Chilled Pool have a pool?

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

Is Spacious Waterfront Home on a Direct Ocean Access Canal with a Chilled Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Spacious Waterfront Home on a Direct Ocean Access Canal with a Chilled Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Waterfront Home on a Direct Ocean Access Canal with a Chilled Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Waterfront Home on a Direct Ocean Access Canal with a Chilled Pool located?

This family-friendly Marathon holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Marathon Air Museum and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center. Sunset Park Beach and Coco Plum Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 71 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

S Tribe Fishing, Family, Fun

My brother my son and three other friends stayed the first five days. Fish bonded had a great time everyone thought the accommodations were great. Second five days my son the rest of my family joined us eight adults for children. Accommodated all of us very well. Pool was great location was very good.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Great house and location for us

Property was great for our group. 2 miles to grocery stores. Pool was great! Used the bikes and had a great time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Keys Vacation

If you are a fisherman with a boat, it is a great location. Ice machine and outside bait freezer a plus. However, the property needs a lot of TLC and a good cleaning. Crib was broken, two burners on gas stove didn't work, coffee maker was broken, pool fountains shown in pictures permanently disabled. Property manager listed on front door said they hadn't worked there for two years. Very difficult reaching host. Check grill before you plan a meal. Propane for the grill was empty and host says guest are responsible for obtaining and cost of refill. Would not stay here again without some upgrades being done or lower the rate. There are many properties in Marathon at this price in a lot better shape and available!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs updated & a working coffee maker, but great location

I’m a travel agent, rented property for a family holiday. The furniture is old & living room furniture is uncomfortable. There are sugar ants in the kitchen. There are 2 coffee pots neither worked. The outdoor living space and pool area was dirty. Only 3 wash rags and listed for up to 12 people, we bought some and left them. Light bulbs were missing and melted. Missing stems on lamps couldn’t turn them on. Smoke detector hanging from wire in trundle room, no bedspread or pillow for trundle bed. Sliding door to pool no handle on outside had to use hand on glass to slide open. Broken drawer in down stairs 2 twin bedroom closet. What was great was the location, bikes, kayak, paddleboard and pool. We overall enjoyed our stay but coffee is very important to us as well as cleanliness.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLEY W.

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

Perfect location!

We needed a quiet upscale place where we could relax, but get to the action quickly. This house was perfect for that! My husband, my sister, and myself truly enjoyed the layout of the house, the amazing pool, and even got a visit from the local manatee family! It was close to amazing restaurants and had the perfect kitchen for relaxing meals at home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Marathon-channel to the ocean.

Nice property with good amenities-especially for young children. Some things were not as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Family vacation

Wonderful home! Great family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

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

Great Stay

Lots of fun had by a group of friends and families. Plan on staying again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lisa B.

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

Filthy and pest infested

Roach and ant infested. FILTHY with dirt, grime, and mold. 1965 uncomfortable and stained with who knows what furniture, and a “chilled” pool so cold we couldn’t use, and no way to adjust. We tried to make the best of a very upsetting situation, and this was the 1st, and last time using VRBO. I wish I could download the pictures I took of the above comments!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy U.

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

Easy Access to the Ocean )

We chose this location due to how easy it was for us to access the ocean. The home has all the necessities, including, a big plus -- an outside ice maker and freezer. Very boater friendly - with nice neighbors. Sadly the weather did not cooperate the week we chose, giving us 25-33 mph winds, causing us to leave the boat on the trailer for 2 days. We have never experienced this type weather down in the Keys. It was even too chilly to swim in the pool, and some of the area around US1 near Florida City/Key Largo was on fire a few days before our departure which caused us to leave early because of road closures. Yet...we are thankful for the upstairs balcony and covered parking. We hope to choose a warmer week next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

Wonderful stay!

So amazing. Manatees in the canal, close to the beaches and amazing ice cream shop at the end of the block.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

Would return again! Perfect for fishing families!

Heated pool was perfect after a long day of fishing! Roomy bedrooms and kitchen. Ice maker for fishermen - great vacation home and great neighbors!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah W.

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

Great time with friends

Property is great for a group of friends or family to spend time together. Pool was fantastic and being able to keep the boat on the bulkhead made for easy boat days, having ample parking for a trailer was a great bonus as well. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dan L.

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

Vacation - marathon bay

The property is great - pool was awesome for me and the family - there are a couple areas in the house (bedrooms) that need attention near the ducts. Overall the property was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky A.

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

Perfect!

This property was just perfect for us! The location was perfect, the house was perfect, the pool was perfect, along with the grill, the kayaks and everything else! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liliam S.

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

Loved it!

What an amazing experience! Lovely house, with just about everything we needed for our one week stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg T., VALDERS

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

Marathon Key Family Time

Excellent. Will definitely stay at this beautiful home and property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N., Salt springs

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

This was far most our best stay! Jay was awesome we are booking again next year!

You won't be disappointed! We had a large family and this home was very spacious and well set up. They thought of everything.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curt H.

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

Amazing home in Marathon

The pictures don't do it justice. The home is fantastic for a large group and the pool, ice maker, dock access, etc is just fantastic. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S., Mount Tabor, NJ. Hilton Head Island, SC. Margaritaville Hilton Head!

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

Great Location - great space for large family or friends

We stayed 2 weeks. First week couples(6 people) and 2nd week family (10 people) plenty of space for everyone . A lot to do right in the property. Pool was such a plus. My son brought a sailboat and that with the kayaks provided a lot of activities. Enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

bradon m.

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

amazing!

house was amazing host was super easy to get ahold of for any reason loves that it has kayaks for you to use and the pool is super nice definitely gonna be booking again soon
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

cassie k.

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

Awesome stay

Pool was awesome, love the canal and they leave the seasonings and condiments which is always appreciated! The owner was quick to respond to any questions. We just love marathon !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

David S., Iowa City, IA

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

Great location in the Keys

Enjoyed our stay - convenient location in the Middle Keys with easy access in either direction to lower and upper keys. New pool looks great, and made good use of the kayaks and SUP. Plenty of space for an extended family vacation. Jay is also very responsive owner.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kesha C.

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

Family Vaca

Property was perfect for our family vacation. Great location, great pool, and Jay the owner was great with communication. The neighbor also does fishing charters. He was extremely knowledgeable and was able to get us in twice for fishing. Be sure to eat at Burdine's! Great food!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Kimberlee V.

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

Fun week

We had a great week. The location is great in marathon Nice having the ice machine and freezer outside. My two year old loved the pool. The cleaners were still cleaning at check in time so we had to wait over an hour to get in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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