Boaters’ Paradise - Marlin Bay Resort & Marina - Marathon

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4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10341.1 sq m

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Parking available
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Washer
Hot tub

Explore the area

Marathon, Florida

The Turtle Hospital
‪17 min walk‬
Vaca Key
‪4 min drive‬
Sombrero Beach
‪6 min drive‬
Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

About this property

Boaters’ Paradise - Marlin Bay Resort & Marina

Marlin Bay Resort & Marina is a hidden gem located in the heart of The Keys! It is a newly launched boutique resort featuring 13 luxury vacation homes, 74 private marina slips and a centrally located pool deck and clubhouse. We provide unparalleled service in an intimate setting allowing you to relax and unwind. We are located in Marathon in The Middle Keys, so you can easily explore all that The Keys have to offer.

THE CLUBHOUSE

- On Site Concierge Team
- Beach Chairs & Umbrellas
- Lounges with Big Screen TVs
- Fitness Center with Sauna & Steam Room
- Bicycles available to reserve in 2 hour increments (10am - 4pm daily)
- Game Rooms with Shuffleboard, Billiards, Poker Table & Board Games

THE POOL DECK

- Pool Bar
- In Ground Hot Tub
- Beach Entry Heated Pool
- Lounge Furniture & Umbrellas
- Corn Hole, Ping Pong & Billiards Table

THE MARINA

- 74 Slips Available for Rent
- Boat Trailer Parking for Rent (limited availability)
- Fully Powered Concrete Docks with Water Hookup
- On Site Dockmaster & Dockhands to Assist as Needed
- Kayaks & Paddleboards available to reserve in 2 hour increments (10am - 4pm daily)
- Onsite Fishing in Designated Areas
- Unable to accommodate jet skis

RESIDENCE #3840

- Standalone 3-Story Home (NO ELEVATOR)
- Marina Front 4 Bed Home with Private Terraces
- Guest Bedroom on Second Floor with King Bed, En Suite Bathroom
- Open Floor Plan on Second Floor with Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Room with Queen Sleeper Sofa, Laundry Room & Terrace
- Master Bedroom on Third Floor with King Bed, En Suite Bathroom, Wet Bar & Terrace
- Guest Bedroom on Third Floor with 2 Twin Beds & En Suite Bathroom
- Guest Bedroom on Third Floor with King Bed & En Suite Bathroom
- New Modern High-End Furnishings & Luxury Linens
- Pack-n-Plays & Highchairs available upon request
- 2 Car Garage with Private Driveway
- Bright, Open & Airy Layout
- Private Plunge Pool

RENTAL AGREEMENT

A formal Rental Agreement will be sent for e-signature within 24 hours of booking. This must be completed within 48 hours of receiving to confirm and hold a reservation.

NEARBY AIRPORTS

- Key West, FL (EYW) – 47 miles
- Miami, FL (MIA) – 112 miles
- Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL) – 141 miles

VACA-21-433

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Elite Alliance Hospitality

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park, while Shady Palm Art Gallery and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Marathon, Florida

What's nearby

The Turtle Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Crane Point Museum and Nature Center - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Florida Keys Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Vaca Key - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Sombrero Beach - 6 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
‪Porky's Bayside - ‬3 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk
‪Burdines Waterfront - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Boaters’ Paradise - Marlin Bay Resort & Marina have a pool?

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

Is Boaters’ Paradise - Marlin Bay Resort & Marina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Boaters’ Paradise - Marlin Bay Resort & Marina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boaters’ Paradise - Marlin Bay Resort & Marina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Boaters’ Paradise - Marlin Bay Resort & Marina located?

This family-friendly Marathon holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Boot Key Harbor, Shady Palm Art Gallery and Fishermen's Community Hospital. Crane Point Museum and Nature Center and Florida Keys Country Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

19 August 2024

Great stay and great small resort

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10/10 Excellent

Angela E.

14 August 2024

Best place to be in the Keys

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8/10 Good

A guest from Pensacola, Fl

21 May 2024

Guys birthday fishing week

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Stay was great. House was ok. The hot water heater connected to guest baths and washing machine didn’t work- there was no hot water. The AC on the first floor would not cool lower that 74- which was a little warm after a day of fishing. But overall enjoyed the stay.

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10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

24 April 2024

Wonderful Stay!

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4/10 Poor

Kendall K.

25 March 2024

Frustrating visit

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our fourth week renting in 3 years at Marlin Bay. We have noticed an unfortunate downturn in the property based on the following: 1. The home we stayed in 3840 had multiple issues that we addressed with maintenance, not a single issue was resolved besides getting us a new coffee pot. Below were the issues.A. Hot water heater is only 30 gallon which does not allow for a family of 6 to take showers or baths within several hours. When you spend luxury dollars you expect hot showers. B. The ice maker is broken and has been brokenC. The service elevator is broken and we were not made aware it was broken EVEN at registration we were not made aware! D. The tea kettle was broken, totally broken and not repaired Again, this is our fourth and likely last visit at Marlin Bay. The customer service is not what we expect for the price.

8/10 Good

William W.

3 January 2024

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

Christmas trip

The property was nice and the views were amazing. Pool heater didn’t work and took two days to get it going. Should have been tested before I arrived. Pool towel bin was full of used towels, however this was corrected immediately. Elevator was not functioning which was a disappointment with elderly guests.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

2 January 2024

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

Extremely Clean

I was shocked how clean the house was upon arrival. Spotless! The property managers were extremely helpful and available around the clock. It’s a lovely resort, amazing home and we would stay there again! I highly recommend the main pool area which was so chill and beautifully designed. There’s always enough room for everyone to have a seat and an umbrella.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

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8/10 Good

Russell W.

10 October 2023

Beautiful Property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Accommodations and Service was outstanding. Would give 5 Stars except for the elevator being inoperable during our stay. No adjustments were offered. Otherwise i would highly recommend this property to anyone.

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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

25 July 2023

Immaculate!!!!!! We love this house!

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10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

8 March 2023

house 3840 great vacation

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

6 November 2022

Amazing experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We booked this at short notice, due to Hurricane Ian damage to our original destination. We had never been to the Keys before, and happened upon the property online. We decided to book because of the dockage for our fishing boat and house that would accommodate four adults and a child. We didn't know what to expect, but were blown away by everything there -- the luxurious home, excellent dockage/harbor, incredible service and beautiful landscaping. The pool was the nicest we have ever used, and everything was carefully maintained. There were too many extras to even mention, and the staff was eager to do anything they could to make us comfortable. We couldn't have been more pleased with our ten days there.

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10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

11 October 2022

Marlin Bay-Uniquely the Best Resort and Marina On the East Coast

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Having spent over 40 years from the Windward Islands to Nova Scotia on the water. Marlin Bay Resort and Marina stands clearly above a majority if not all the resorts I have ever stayed. Over the past two years I have spent nearly 4 months, at the Resort and Marina. I have used and experienced every amenity, facility, and service offering the Resort and Marina have on offer. These offerings have included the; rental of their largest home, several marina slips and boat lifts, gym, pool, spa, game room, bar, marina lounge and more. Marlin Bay‘s facilities across every offering are outstanding. The maintenance, quality, and dedication to providing guests witsuperior stay are a constant, and a high importance to the management and staff. Marlin Bay‘s management and staff throughout the hierarchy are exceptional. Shortly after the moment you arrive the entire staff including the general manager, concierge, security, dockmaster, marina staff, and landscapers know your name, are ever present,and available to support you, and your needs. Our home rental this year was for 28 days, and never once if we had a broken item, or a need for repair, or any service did we wait any longer than an hour or two for it to be addressed. We had the home cleaned 4 times and each time it was immaculate. The quality and level of service is a solid 4.8 to 5 on a 5 scale. Marlin Bay could easily attain a 6-star level rating on a 6 scale if they so desired. Our stay always includes a great deal of cooking, baking, barbequing, and entertaining. The homes are built for precisely these types of activities. The kitchens are fully stocked with all the utensils, pots, pans, glasses, plates, cabinetry, wine cooler, refrigerator, and box freezers one requires in such a facility. The level of detail thought out by the owners in terms of serving guests in these types of rentals is bar-none as good as it gets. The high level of service at Marlin Bay cannot be overstated.

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10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

23 August 2022

Great property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Plenty of room for us and 3 college students and 3 teenagers. Everyone had a great time . The kids seem to really enjoy the dipping pool . The marina is always so nice and a class act . Everyone there is a pleasure to deal with .

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10/10 Excellent

Jodah B.

19 July 2022

Wonderful time!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a terrific time at Marlin Bay! The house was beautiful, clean and had every amenity you could think of. The employees do a terrific job with everything you could need or ask for. We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Tosha M., Huntsville

5 July 2022

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

Amazing trip

We had the absolute best time. We will definitely stay here again. Staff was wonderful. I only wish that the pool bar had served food. If it did I don’t think we would have ever left lol

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

diane k.

21 June 2022

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Excellent experience

Beautiful upscale property with excellent management. Would definitely recommend staying here.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Francesco T., Cinnaminson, New Jersey

9 May 2022

Great vacation destination

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property was clean and fresh. Superb service from staff and especially the pool bar. Kids and adults enjoyed all that was offered Would like to go back.

10/10 Excellent

Milton M.

8 May 2022

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

Great!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawna T., United States

26 March 2022

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Awesome property

House was fabulous. Everything we expected. They thought of everything. Property was gorgeous, well maintained, and we never had a crowded pool fighting for chairs. Our only complaint is a poor Wi-Fi signal in house. Those trying to log into work calls frequently had to go to the bar/pool area to pick up a good signal.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Sharon Springs, NY

28 February 2022

Feb 2022 Marlin Bay Visit

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Long Grove, Illinois

21 February 2022

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

Very relaxing stay

We traveled with our adult children and our 1 1/2 year old grandson. The house fit 7 of us comfortably. It was clean and pretty. There was a beautiful view of a harbor that we all loved. Our grandson loved the club pool. The management was very responsive. We would book again.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen S.

26 January 2022

Beautiful House and Resort

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The resort is beautiful, the immediate surrounding area outside the gates is definitely an area in transition. The home we stayed in was beautiful and we would stay there again. Plenty of room for all of our guests. Main living room/tv area is small not enough comfy seating for a party of 8, but that was only an issue at night if we were watching a game on tv or playing a board game. Otherwise, we were outside enjoying the sunshine. Checking in and out was super easy and texting with the staff was uber convenient. We loved the clubhouse- fitness center, game room, and definitely shuffleboard. Wish the game room was open later than 6:30. After pool and excursions and dinner it would be nice to be able to play shuffleboard or borrow a game. The hours of operation for the clubhouse were stated as 8am-6:30pm yet one night I was told whileIn the middle of playing my kids in shuffleboard that they had been closing at 6 and they let us stay (it was 6:15) so could we finish up and leave. It was a little maddening- we paid a lot of money to rent the house, additional money at the bar daily, and were told in check in materials as well as a welcome text that we had access to clubhouse til 6:30. One staff member in particular was very odd and protective of the game room. One rainy afternoon (3:15pm) we were playing shuffleboard (we were the only family in the game room our whole trip) and she came out from the office and she said, “we have offices in the back and we have a meeting going on so could you keepIt down?” We weren’t even being loud- just usual game banter between teams and chuckling or commenting on good strategic play. Everyone in my party was older than 16 and we, the parents, were present. The game room was left orderly and just as we found it each time, borrowed games returned, no need to hawk your guests. We were just trying to enjoy our vacation.

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10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

14 June 2021

So glad to be back

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Having not been back for three years my memeories had not failed me. Marlin Bay resort did not disappoint on any aspect of a vacation. Great unit Wonderful Pool Nice Dockage Staff was very accommodating. I can only think of one negative having to leave!!

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10/10 Excellent

scott w.

19 April 2021

great place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great unit, plenty of room for 10. Resort is very well managed. Thought it was nice that they moved games outside since the game room was closed due to restrictions. Kids loved the warm pool temp.Some appliances not working so they brought us an extra frig. Very accomodating.

10/10 Excellent

Rhyne F.

13 April 2021

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

Premier property

This was probably the top vrbo we've had. The property was excellent and the communication and service were top notch. A special shout out to Buffalo; he's all about the guests and genuinely nice guy. The marina was great. We lived having our boat right behind the house. The only con I could list was storage for the boat trailer. Not an issue if you don't trailer and it was not a surprise, the staff told us ahead of time. That said, we had no issue parking it outside the property. Thanks for a great week!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

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Other Space 1

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

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10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

Great stay and great small resort

Brent B.

10/10 Excellent

Angela E.

Best place to be in the Keys

Angela E.

8/10 Good

A guest from Pensacola, Fl

Guys birthday fishing week

A guest from Pensacola, Fl

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

Wonderful Stay!

Doug S.

4/10 Poor

Kendall K.

Frustrating visit

Kendall K.

8/10 Good

William W.

Christmas trip

William W.

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Extremely Clean

Kim C.

8/10 Good

Russell W.