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Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Sea Turtle"

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A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, and a view of boats through the window.
A compact kitchenette with a built-in TV, a sink, and a small refrigerator.
A cozy living room with a grey sofa, a mirror, and a lamp.
A small, green boat named 'Sea Turtle' docked at a marina with a wooden deck and a covered entrance.
A compact bathroom with a pedestal sink, a toilet, and a small window.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Tavernier, FL
  • Place, Mangrove Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Baker's Cay Resort Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Tavernier

Tavernier is home to this houseboat. Hurricane Monument and Indian Key Historic State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park. Jacob's Aquatic Center and MoradaWay Arts & Cultural District are also worth visiting.
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Map
Tavernier, FL

What's nearby

  • Mangrove Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Harry Harris Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Baker's Cay Resort Beach - 9 min drive - 12.0 km
  • John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park - 13 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos Jalisco 3 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Moka - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Sea Turtle" have a pool?

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

Is Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Sea Turtle" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Sea Turtle"?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Sea Turtle"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Sea Turtle"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Sea Turtle" located?

Situated in Tavernier, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Mangrove Marina and Mariners Hospital. Florida Keys Dive Center and Harry Harris Park are also within 3 miles (5 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. 13 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cozy houseboat!

Good location and nice view on the water from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2023
Hi, Thanks for the review. Mike
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Keys

Love traveling the Keys
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2022
Thanks for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

We loved the houseboat! It had everything we needed, was clean, and comfortable. Such a cool experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The actual houseboat we rented was out for service so we were upgraded. The boat was clean and well maintained. The staff was very friendly and helpful with pointing out restaurants nearby. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Hi Kathy, Thanks for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute little houseboats

Very accommodating and convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2022
Hi, Thanks for providing a review. We appreciate your time and business. Mike
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely Marina Experience

Our houseboat listed a little to starboard, but the Aqua Villa neighborhood is enjoyable. Note - cooking is on a hot plate
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cozy and Comfortable

This is our first houseboat stay. We loved the concept of trying some place new. The online description was 100% accurate. Parking was easy, we were there off season. We enjoyed the Adirondack chairs and the view. The bed was comfy and their were plenty of towels for the hot showers!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2023
Hi, Thanks for taking teh time to post a review. Mike & Ace
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very good facility and wonderful stay

I was booked for a smaller houseboat but it has some pungent smell and I was quickly shifted to a new bigger houseboat. Mike was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 March 2023
Hi, Thanks for the review. As you mentioned, I was not happy with the odor, due to the pump-out issue and was able to move you to a larger, more expensive houseboat, at no additional cost to you. Thanks for staying with us. Mike
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

I LOVE this little boat!

We like to adventure travel, and I thought this would be a fun alternative to a hotel.It absolutely was! Everyone was great. The food around town was great. The people are great. The management/staff were great.We're already planning a trip back with friends, but this time in a bigger houseboat.Don't think. Just go!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1st time

My husband and I were looking for a fun way to experience the Keys and staying on a houseboat was a 1st for us. Mike is an excellent host, very accommodating and made our visit memorable and enjoyable. We most enjoyed taking in the sunsets and did a bit of paddleboarding in the mangroves. They have a great pool on the property and the marina is well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2022
Hi Deena, Thanks for taking teh time to prvide us a review. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and 'Anniverary' with us. Plese come back soom. THX, Mike
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vaca

All good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2023
Hi, Thanks for taking the time to provide a review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fun Experience

We found the houseboat to be a fun and unique experience. It was a basic accommodation - which we expected - but we did not expect a fuse to blow while we were gone for the day, ultimately spoiling the food we had in the refrigerator. When we called the After-hours Emergency number (it was 8:30pm when we returned), we left a message but NEVER received a return phone call. Luckily we're resourceful enough to figure out the fuse box and get it going again. Disappointed that we did not receive any kind of follow up.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2022
Hi Kathleen, When I hear from the office, I went to the houseboat to check out the situation (it must have been the heater unit which draws too much current, as we discussed). Sorry that you had experience that issue, as we don't often have cold weather so we don't experience this very often. Since the electric was working fine when I check the houseboat, I assumed that you reset the breaker. I'd be willing to offer you a credit towards your next stay with us, to compensate you for any items that were spoiled due to the electric being off while you were enjoying the Keys. I apologize for not getting back to you yesterday, as I'm off on Monday/Tuesday. THX, Mike
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing experience

This was my first "floating house" experience and I'm so excited to go back and bring my kids. The marina is beautiful, small, quiet, and all the patrons were so nice. There was a calm family vibe, especially at night with kids in the pool and patrons at the bar. I loved seeing the sunset and sunrise on the little patio area on my house. I was not prepared for having my own shower (this was a great thing!) so I gave the written description 4 stars only to point out that it is a little confusing. The hot water was wonderful. The electric outlets in the unit were a little iffy-- everything worked fine the first night but then no fans would work (but chargers did). Super first world problem that did not really affect my experience. I completely recommend this style of get away if you need moments of freedom and solitude like I did. I came back to the northeast feeling very restored!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2024
Thank You for the review. Glad you enjoyed your time here! Amie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful Vacation

We loved every moment of our stay on the houseboat. The Adirondack chairs on the back deck were our favorite spot for watching the sunset or just relaxing. The property was beautiful and close to other activities. We wish we would have known that the tiki bar was closed because it was off-season. Overall, we had an incredible stay and can’t wait to do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Went to the keys for a weekend. Was looking for a fun place to stay at night while we explored the keys during the day. The house boat was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2022
Thanks for your review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Cute boat house

Accurate website description. There was a little mixup on double booking for the first night, and the parking is too limited when the bar is open. I had to get up early to move my car from the previous night.. The place was clean though and the bed comfortable, and the management pleasant. The view was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Hi, Thanks for your review. I appreciate your time and effort. Just for clarification, where you parked your car was not a parking space, it was blocking our forklift from accessing the 'pit' where we splash boats. THX, Mike
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Couple Getaway

The houseboat is cute and VERY cozy, the pictures do a good job accurately showing the boat. My husband is tall (6'6") and this boat was not very accommodating to tall people. He managed fine, just hit his head on everything, we just know next time to go bigger :). He was also disappointed that you could not fish on, or around the boat/marina, although understanding of the rules, just would have been a nice to know in advance (so FYI). I knocked my rating down a little because the toilet on the boat needs to be fixed/sealed, it leaked a very foul odor into the living area, it was almost unbearable at times. The office staff were not overly friendly (excluding the houseboat manager, he was very friendly and accommodating), and the wifi was down for part of our stay. The bed was very comfortable though, which was a nice bonus. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay, we love the area (Islamorada is our new favorite place in Florida), we loved the little tiki bar at the Marina, they even had live entertainment one night, and we got to see sharks and manatees swimming around the boat.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2022
Thanks for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun place

We stayed on a small houseboat. It was a great place to sleep for just the two of us. If you are more than a couple this probably is not the boat for you, but they do have larger, more luxurious ones to choose from. The people that work there are all friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. The scenery is beautiful too. We are planning another stay here later this year with a group of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

Extremely happy with our stay, would definitely book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sea Turtle!

Mangrove Marina is a great little spot for a getaway, good location. Nice houseboats and friendly people all around! Looking forward to coming back soon, Thank you Mangrove staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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