Escape the winter blues at Tropical Dream, a sleek 4BR, 3BA Sombrero Beach getaway perfect for families, anglers, or anyone craving Florida Keys sunshine. Lounge in your private saltwater pool (heated or cooled), entertain on the deck with a bar, 55” TV, picnic table, and outdoor cooking including griddle, burners, fish fryer, and ice maker. With 50’ of dockage, boating and fishing are effortless!
The Space:
Outdoor Oasis
Private Saltwater Pool: This pool is gentle on your skin and eyes and can be heated or cooled to your preference (minimal additional charge).
Entertainment Deck: Ample lounging space, outdoor bar with beverage fridge and ice bin, a 55” TV, picnic table, umbrella, and more.
Outdoor Cooking: Blackstone griddle with burners, a fish fryer, and a commercial ice maker make dining outside a breeze.
Activities & Extras: 4 bicycles, plenty of seating, and poolside fun await.
Private Dockage
The 40' private dock (up to 50’ of dockage space) is perfect for boating enthusiasts. The quick trip through the canal to Sister Creek gives you instant access to world-class fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving in the beautiful waters of the Florida Keys.
Dock Amenities include a fish cleaning station, wash-down hose, ladder access, electrical power, and a bait freezer under the carport.
Relaxing Accommodations
Our home comfortably sleeps 10 guests across 4 beautifully designed bedrooms:
Master Suite: This suite has a king bed, TV, dresser, closet, walk-in tile shower, and sliding glass doors to the porch with stunning canal views.
Junior Master: King bed, TV, dresser, closet, and private walk-in shower.
Queen Room: Queen bed, TV, dresser, and closet.
Bunkroom (The Manatee Room): One twin bunk bed + twin-over-full bunk, TV, dresser, and closet.
The adjacent third bathroom features a bathtub—perfect for the little ones. Sheets, bath, and pool towels, high-speed Wi-Fi, and cable are all included for your convenience.
Modern Living
Fully equipped kitchen with everything you need.
Convenient washer and dryer next to the kitchen.
Spacious great room and dining area with plenty of seating.
Large porch overlooking the pool, dock, and canal—ideal for sunset views and relaxation.
We can’t wait to welcome you to your home away from home in paradise!
Amenities Recap:
Outdoor Blackstone Grill (with burners)
Private Saltwater Pool (heated/chilled upon request)
Bait Freezer
Storage Area
Covered Parking
Private Dockage (with fish cleaning station)
4 bicycles (with helmets)
Guest Access:
Private single family home with private amenities
The Neighborhood:
Prime Spot – Relaxed Residential Vibes
1 mile to Sombrero Beach—a hidden gem with pristine waters, a playground, and volleyball courts.
Nearby attractions include: Marathon Community Park (tennis, open spaces for kids)
Florida Keys Country Club public golf course (4 minutes)
Grocery stores (Publix & Winn Dixie—5 minutes)
Local favorites close by: The Crane Point Museum and Nature Center, Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, The Turtle Hospital, and The Dolphin Research Center.
Other Things to Note:
Optional pool heat- fee applies
If you’re bringing a boat, please note: We can only guarantee dock space for one watercraft (maximum 50' length).
This property has a 7-Night minimum. No exceptions.
Interaction with Guests:
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
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 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 fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 Crane Point Museum and Nature Center and Shady Palm Art Gallery are cultural highlights.
Crane Point Museum and Nature Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Boot Key Harbor - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Florida Keys Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Seven Mile Bridge - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
Getting around
Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Brass Monkey - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Mr. Beans Books & Beans - 6 min drive
Wendy's - 4 min drive
Roco's Dockside bar & grill - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 🌊 Tropical Dream Escape 🏊 Saltwater Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 🌊 Tropical Dream Escape 🏊 Saltwater Pool?
As of 8 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🌊 Tropical Dream Escape 🏊 Saltwater Pool on 1 May 2026 start from NZ$813, 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.
What time is check-in at 🌊 Tropical Dream Escape 🏊 Saltwater Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 🌊 Tropical Dream Escape 🏊 Saltwater Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 🌊 Tropical Dream Escape 🏊 Saltwater Pool located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sombrero Beach, Crane Point Museum and Nature Center and Florida Keys Country Club. Boot Key Harbor and Fishermen's Community Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great house and location! Property was very clean and host was great. Property had great location for our boat and the amenities were perfect for our stay!
Morgan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2022
We really appreciate the great review and hope to see your family again on your next Keys vacation!
House was beautiful, the team at island Breeze was amazing with details and suggestions. Our annual family vacation was spectacular and the location can't be beat.
Shailim R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2024
This is SO GREAT to hear! Thanks for an amazing review! We're so thrilled to be part of such amazing memories made in Marathon. We already can't wait to host you guys again! You were truly wonderful!!
Thanks
Beautiful home, very well maintained. Perfect location close to beach, restaurants and shopping. Fishing off the canal or just watching boats pass by was the perfect start to everyday. Would love to book again.
Jennifer V.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 March 2023
We really appreciate the awesome review and hopefully you will stay with us again on your next Keys vacation!
We had a wonderful stay, the home is beautiful so clean and new! The beds were comfortable with spacious rooms! The sitting area is fantastic especially for larger groups. The best part was the pool was so nice and warm we could enjoy it even when the mornings or nights were more cool. If we stay in the keys again, we will be back!
Megan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2022
Thanks so much for the wonderful review of our property. We hope you will join us again on your next Keys vacation!
This house is excellent for families who love the water! It has plenty of things to do for kids and adults alike. We rented a 25’ boat and easily navigated our way through the channels, off shore, and to restaurants. The house was very clean, well equipped with everything we needed, and the layout worked very well for our family. We highly recommend this house for a vacation in Marathon.
Kristi Snell M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2022
Thanks so much for the awesome review and we hope to see your family again soon!
The location of the house was perfect! Everything was clean and modern and the kitchen was fully stocked. We cooked and baked the whole time. Tons of parking which was great and lots of towels, chairs, and pool floats. The kids are already asking if we can go back to the same house next year!
Alisha R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2023
We are so happy that your family enjoyed our home and we hope to see you again soon!
Great house, lots of room outside and inside. We got the pool heated so used that multiple times a day. The only downside was the noseeums and mosquitoes which seems to be biting.
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2023
We are so thrilled you loved the property. We hope you will be our guests on your next trip to the Keys! Sorry about the pesky bugs that we have in the Keys sometimes!
We had a wonderful experience renting this beautiful home. The location was close to Sombrero beach and shopping center. The house is in a quiet neighborhood & had great water access. We enjoyed the pool / bar area… perfect way to start & finish the day after the beach, boating, or touring around the area. Island Breeze management was very responsive & informative. They left a holiday goody bag at our door .. which was very much appreciated. Would highly recommend & absolutely consider renting again.
Lynn L.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2022
Thanks so much for the wonderful review and hopefully we will see you again on your next Keys vacation!
We enjoyed the amenities. Bikes we awesome!
Boat right up. Loved that. Cleaning station for fish YES!
Ice maker, bate freezer, catch freezer were nice to have but we lost all our catch due to them shutting off after a rain.
Overall though we had everything we needed and were happy.
Christa L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
We're so happy you had an incredible stay! We loved having you guys and appreciate the kind words and review! Means so much to us! We look forward to hosting you again in the future at one of our properties! Thanks again so much
What a beautiful property! The house is gorgeous and stocked with everything we needed. The kitchen was well equipped and labeled so it was easy to find and put things away. There were plenty of towels for the pool to go along with lots of pool toys. The boat dock was perfect for our 39’ boat and had lights, water, electricity, and the cleaning station. The house is ideally situated right behind Publix too! This is a beautiful and well maintained house that made our annual fishing vacation even better! We can’t wait to book for future trips!
Amy M.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
We really appreciate the wonderful review and we hope you will allow us to host your family again!
Comfortable and roomy for our family of 10 consisting of 6 adults and 4 children. Everyone loved the pool and fishing off the dock. The one thing that I do not believe it states in the description is that there is a flight of stairs to climb to enter the home. I was surprised when we arrived to find stairs we had to climb with our luggage. We also would have enjoyed the property more if a kayak, paddle board and fishing poles were supplied.
Ruth H.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2022
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review. This home is a stilted home which is shown in all the pictures. Hopefully we will see your family again on your next Keys vacation!
My sister and I rented this house for our families to stay together while we were in the Keys for a week. Our primary purpose for the trip was to scatter our parents ashes but we did stay for a week and get some vacation time too. We picked Marathon because it was centrally located to what we wanted/needed to do. This house was the perfect size and location. Super conveniently located to everything you need. Communication was a breeze, the house is spotless (and looks brand news), and well stocked with the things you need. There is a pool and a private dock (we even saw a Manatee at the dock one day). Excellent experience and would stay here again.
Leslie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2022
Thanks so much for the awesome review and hopefully we will see your family again on your next Keys vacation!
This property is so beautiful and clean and awesome location! I had a question about the pool on a Saturday and someone from management was there within the hour. There was actually not an issue with the pool, I was being over cautious regarding the water level :) we are looking into bringing family down next year to join us because there are plenty of beds to accommodate more people. We saw dolphins almost every morning coming up the canal to feed, so fun!
This house suited us perfectly. 5 adults, 3 children (ages 4, 9, 11). Location was excellent on a canal and close to sombrero beach. Loved the bunk room for the kids. The upstairs patio was used every morning and evening. The pool was perfect size especially since my 4 year old is still learning to swim. We spent hours in the pool. Plenty of spots to sit and shade. Kayaked, paddle boarded and fished from the dock. I would recommend this house.
Raven K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
We really appreciate the wonderful review of our property and hopefully we will see you again soon!
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