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Beach House🌴Waterfront, Private Pool, Boat Dock on Gulf with Amazing Sunsets!☀️

Waterfront holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Aerial view of the back yard and your own beach with studded palm trees.
Backyard White Sands
Private 300' dock
Veranda pool view
Private lush landscaped pool to unwind in after a long salty beach day

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Marathon, FL
  • Place, Curry Hammock State Park
  • Place, Dolphin Research Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Coco Plum Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Beach House🌴Waterfront, Private Pool, Boat Dock on Gulf with Amazing Sunsets!☀️

You don't come to the islands to stay in a town! Relax in our tropical paradise away from the traffic and noise of US Hwy #1.

Palm Studded property 1/2 acre property overlooking the Gulf, Can you say Beach House? Panoramic Open water views from your living area, Dock, Tranquil fenced in yard with in ground heated concrete pool. From House, to Dock, to Beach, to Pool, this home has it all. Breathtaking sunsets right from the dock. Almost like your own island!

When we decided to purchase a home in the Florida Keys privacy and being close to nature was top on our list of requirements. We found the perfect combination on Grassy Key, a small island between Islamorada and Marathon made famous by 'Flipper' and the Dolphin Research Center.

On Grassy Key we are close enough to enjoy Marathon restaurants and grocery shopping yet still be able to explore dive sites in both the Upper and Lower Keys!

The perfect location has now been turned into the perfect oasis. Special features include a gourmet kitchen that will please the most discriminating chef. Our guests enjoy luxury bedding with quality linens, fluffy towels and bathrobes. Wireless internet service and cable tv.

After a full day in the sun there is no better place to relax than in the cool fresh water pool surrounded by the lush gardens. Check out the massive coconut and royal palms, the 9' high bird of paradise, the banana and key lime trees, blooming hibiscus and orchids. Just don't lay under the coconut trees!

So whether you are coming to the keys to relax, fish, kayak, snorkel, dive or whatever your heart desires the White Sands has it all for you.

Need more proof? Take a look at our past guest's comments, then check our availability calendar for your vacation dates. Don't hesitate, after 18 years of satisfied guests this home books months in advance.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO TRAILER PARKING OR STORAGE ALOWED
Sorry, this home is not "Child Friendly" due to architectural features we cannot change. Safe for children 10 and older.
Must be 25 years or older to rent this home. Bookings prior to April 2023 have rates based on 2 guests and increase for guest 3 and 4.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this holiday home 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 Sombrero Beach 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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Map
Marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • Dolphin Research Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Little Conch Key - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Coco Plum Beach - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Sombrero Beach - 26 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Island Fish Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Angler and Ale - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach House🌴Waterfront, Private Pool, Boat Dock on Gulf with Amazing Sunsets!☀️ have a pool?

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

Is Beach House🌴Waterfront, Private Pool, Boat Dock on Gulf with Amazing Sunsets!☀️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Beach House🌴Waterfront, Private Pool, Boat Dock on Gulf with Amazing Sunsets!☀️ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Crawl Key and within 3 miles (5 km) of Keys Cable Park and Curry Hammock State Park. Marathon Visitor Center and San Pablo Catholic Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

Beautiful property!

Everything was just wonderful! Beautiful home with amazing views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Betsy W.

Awesome!!!

White Sands exceeded all of our expectations! What a great spot for just a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

It is absolutely beautiful here. Very peaceful.

The house is perfect. We had a great between the pier, sandy beach and the beautiful pool. We want to come back next year. The owner is great. She is always concerned that everything is ok.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

eileen R.

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

Amazing Views

The pictures don't do it justice. Clean and well equipped kitchen. Beds were super comfortable. It was so hard to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Perfect retreat

Me and my wife enjoyed a week away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life at this awesome home! The views are breathtaking! We spent every evening enjoying a cocktail and gazing at the gorgeous view! The house is perfectly set-up. It very much feels like home. The food on Grassy Key was delicious! We were pleasantly surprised with the selection of restaurants and the incredible food!! The pool was perfect! We hope to come back to this treasure on Grassy Key in the future! Thank you, Chris Buell
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Nick B.

Liked: Check-in, location

Location is amazing; the property needs some more attention

My wife and I stayed here and enjoyed our time due to how private and secluded the location and neighborhood is. However, there were a few things that really made us wonder if the property was being kept up with. First off, the pool looked like it hadn't been cleaned in a week when we arrived with multiple iguana poops in it. My wife and I didn’t feel comfortable going into the water even after the pool crew came as they didn’t really do anything to sterilize. We found multiple dirty dishes left from previous guests in the dishwasher and a cockroach in the oven mitts running around. Mold was in both the coffee machines so we refrained from using them at any point. Overall, the house needs some work and more attention from the cleaning staff.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

Very Nice Property

Our stay was very nice... the house was very well stocked; communication with property manager was prompt and very helpful. Loved sitting on the porch or the chairs on the grass (no other outdoor seating out of the sun). The grounds were very well kept and beautiful... the grass yard was gorgeous and quite rare for the Keys. We did get bit by no-see-ums, and the turtle grass was quite thick on the beach. This made it not so fun to launch kayaks. There really is no other way to do it for 'old folks', but to go right through it (sinking almost knee deep). I have to say, it did dissuade us from using them more. The kayaks were definitely used, and the fleet could use a 'refresh'. There seems to be resident turtles off the dock that made daily appearances. Also, I have to say, it was great having bathrooms off of each bedroom (ideal for 2 couples travelling together).
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Steve M.

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

Great with a few issues

The location of the house and house itself were excellent!!! However, we went in August and house is somewhat secluded, which is also part of its charm. But it meant that the ants and no-see-ums were a constant nuisance, lots of bugs in the pool daily, and the seaweed had the beach swarming with sand fleas. All that said, my family and I had a great time. The pier, the sunsets, and morning were spectacular EVERY day. The fishing was great - snapper to small fish to tarpon. Also the location was great - 15min from everything in Marathon, about an 90min from Key West, and only 90min from Key Largo. Property manager was also great. thank you Holli !! We will happily return, maybe in the cooler months.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

K S.

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

Perfect, Just Perfect!

We have rented many VRBOs over the years, and this one is by far the best one we've had. The quiet location off the road, and near Marathon, made it easy to get to restaurants, groceries, shopping and more! If you want to be in the middle keys, this is the place! From the moment we walked in the door, we were in awe. The view is just amazing! Still can't stop looking at our pics. The deck, with plenty of seating, and a grill, were used daily to enjoy lazy mornings and tasty dinners. So many fish were caught on the dock, and we appreciated the frozen bait provided. We used the Kayaks and the pool daily. The landscaping was spectacular and well maintained. We could have easily spent the entire week at the house with all the amenities! The interior was spotless and everything was in working order. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable, we slept easy after returning from our days exploring. It was a dream to stay here and we will cherish the memories for years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margie D.

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

All Good!!

Nothing bad at all about our stay or the property except we think it would be better to have more silverware but well stocked with everything else. However, we do have a concern for those renting the property in the future that as you approach the entryway at the front door there is about a two inch gray step up that blends in with porch slats at entrance. Therefore , one can easily trip coming or leaving even with the light on. We are concerned that this could potentially be a liability to the owner. Thanks for a great time and the beautiful property. What you see in the pictures and when you get there are identical. That was a first for us and we were pleasantly surprised. Wonderful time and Wonderful property! The Desderio’s
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Fran L., Landenberg, PA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Misleading Description of property

“Amazing Sunsets” we never saw as the sun set in the West, not in front of us which pictures present. Sometimes got a bit of pink in the sky. “Gourmet” kitchen it was not. Had to wash most pots and pans before using and some were not usable at all. Unfortunately we had lots of smelly seaweed on beach and very noisy screaming children all day long next door in pool. House is in need of lots of attention. It was not the vacation we saved for and hoped for. Quite expensive for the value. One positive is that the location is quite good, close to many good restaurants and Marathon.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Canton, Georgia

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

Halfway Keys All The Way Paradise

The moment we opened the door we gasped... the view is exactly as depicted in the photos. We dropped our bags and immediately walked out the pier, then sat in the chairs, then jumped in the pool. This was a daily routine that happened sometimes multiple times in one day. Everything you need is there - pots, pans, Keurig and drip coffee maker, comfy towels, grill, kayaks, pool noodles, puzzles, and the three of us (me, husband, and 84 year old mom) were very comfortable. The beds were softer than we're used to, but everyone has their preference in that area. The location is perfectly halfway between Key Largo and Key West, and we visited both. We arrived the Saturday before Christmas, so the area was not super crowded. We spent two days in Key West and it wasn't mobbed either, although that may due more to Covid than the holidays. On the plane home we were already missing the view. Still do.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house and location! It was well stocked with everything we needed...pool floats, beach towels, kayaks etc. The pool area was the prettiest I've seen in any vacation house we've stayed in. Any questions we had were quickly answered by the property manager. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time we’ve stayed here, we absolutely love this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home and property is beautiful! The host was very pleasant. We throughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home! Planning on staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

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

Relaxing, lovely , beautiful and private :)

Me, my sister and grandchildren had a wonderful time at the home ! Enjoyed the dock and pool. It was the perfect location for us .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine S.

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

PARADISE!

We have stayed at this property since 2011. She feels like home every time we come. The pictures of the property are accurate. No, you cannot see the sun set on the water, but after it goes down the sky is simply amazing! Breath taking!! The grounds & pool are well maintained. We were visited every day by a turtle off the pier. Saw some sting rays too! Already booked for next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

barb p.

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

Gorgeous views in a well equipped home

We had a lovely time in Grassy Key. This home was probably one of the best appointed homes I’ve stayed in. It seemed to have just about everything. The views are spectacular. Large windows to take in all the sights. The yard had amazing landscaping. Great location if you want to travel north or south. This is not the fault of the owner, but staying on Grassy Key comes with its downsides. As the name suggests the sea grass washes in and with it can be a terrible odor from time to time. While the pier and fishing dock are a great asset to the home the amount of bird droppings made it difficult to enjoy that.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Another great vacation

We’ve been coming here since 2015, always a great stay. Looking to coming back next year
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

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

Quiet, clean, relaxing

Great house in nice quiet neighborhood! Close to Marathon for groceries, restaurants etc. Loved the proximity to Curry Hammock State Park, nice quiet beach! Not far from larger Sombrero Beach. House was clean and exactly as pictured! Would rent again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

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

Marathon, Grassy Key, Florida

This is a wonderful property. Very clean, spacious, perfect spot in the middle of the Keys. Plenty of activities around this area. We kayaked with the kayaks provided, we swam and snorkeled around the dock and beyond. The pool area was gorgeous as well. The peace and serenity the property provided was immeasurable. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis B.

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

A must stay

Amazing Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Paradise

This was our 4th trip to Whitesands. It has everything we need and the location is perfect. Very quiet with the most breathtaking sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy V.

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

Stop looking and book your stay here

This place is paradise, and we didn't want to leave. Its simply perfect. The listing and photos are accurate, communication leading up to the stay was great, check-in was a breeze, and WOW what a view. House and grounds were clean and immaculately kept up. We loved the pool, and views at the end of the dock. From the dock we saw mangrove snapper, barracuda, small nurse sharks, rays, lobsters and more... Its a great quiet location, close enough to everything, yet felt like you were miles away from all the stresses of the world. We can't wait to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

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