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Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer

Beachfront villa with kitchen and balcony

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Living area
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 672.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Duck Key, FL
  • Place, Little Conch Key
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Curry Hammock State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dolphin Research Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer

Palm Breeze - Villa 5030

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Escape to this waterfront, two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath Duck Key villa boasting breathtaking sunset views from your patio and balcony! This two-story end unit features nautical-inspired design elements paired with lots of natural light and privacy. Pick up a local fishing kit or bring your own, then spend leisurely afternoons fishing from the shoreline, right outside your door! You’ll also enjoy the provided kayak and paddleboard (life jackets are included as well). You can easily access nearby fishing charters, boat rentals, diving, Dolphin Connection, and excellent restaurants on the 568-acre island.

Sprawl out in the living room and enjoy a movie on the 50-inch TV. An additional armchair offers a relaxing seat with waterfront views. Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances shine in the well-equipped kitchen. Sip morning coffee at the breakfast bar and share meals at a dining table. This condo includes two bedrooms for your enjoyment. Upstairs, the main bedroom is equipped with a 26-inch TV and a closet. Wake up and breathe in the fresh ocean air from your second-story balcony overlooking the aquamarine water. A 26-inch TV and a closet are found in the second bedroom. Both bedrooms share a bathroom with a tub/shower combination. The half-bath is located on the main floor.

Sliding glass doors open to the patio, complete with a bistro table, chairs, and a ceiling fan for warm evenings. The main bedroom includes a second-story balcony overlooking the clear water. Take in spectacular sunset views from the comfort of your own home and watch as the Florida sun dips below the water and the clear blue skies turn blazing red. Extra perks include free WiFi and a washer/dryer.

Explore the awe-inspiring Seven Mile Bridge, go fishing or kayak around Curry Hammock State Park, and check out the Dolphin Research Center where you can learn about the marine ecosystem and swim with dolphins. At sunset, head over to the Marina to pick up the catch of the day from fishermen and dine on home-cooked fresh fish. You can even make reservations at Angler and Ale for local seafood, and enjoy casual fare at the nearby Island Fish Company.

THINGS TO KNOW
Please keep in mind there is no cable at this unit. Smart TVs only
This is an individually owned villa and is not associated with Hawks Cay Resort. Your reservation is through Vacasa and not through Hawks Cay Resort, therefore, you do not have access to some amenities offered by Hawks Cay Resort (including all resort pools). It is your responsibility as a Vacasa guest to determine what if any Hawks Cay Resort amenities are available to you. A daily resort fee for access to Hawks Cay Resort amenities is not offered by Hawks Cay Resort.
As a guest of this vacation rental, you can enjoy access to Angler & Ale, Sixty-One Prime, Dolphin Connection (with pre-purchased tickets/must purchase prior to being inside the resort), Calm Waters Spa, Duck Key Marina, and fishing charters at the Marina).

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this villa is in the city centre and on the beach. Marathon Air Museum and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Keys Cable Park and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Duck Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Little Conch Key - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Walkers Island - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Dolphin Research Center - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Coco Plum Beach - 19 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler and Ale - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Georgie’s Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hawks Cay Marketplace - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lick It Bbq & Woodfire Pizza - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer located?

Located in Marathon, this beachfront villa is in the city centre and within 2 mi (3 km) of Little Conch Key, Curry Hammock State Park and Walkers Island. Keys Cable Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Monica R.

Great condo

Great location, loved being in the end unit so you don’t have neighbors on both sides.

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Peaceful and beautiful location

Great stay. The location was perfect and the sunsets were gorgeous.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Betty A.

Duck Key Sunset Village

The Views were amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Levi H.

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

Amazing Honeymoon

My wife and I loved staying here for our honeymoon. Great location and amazing views.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wilmary D.

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

Amazing stay

We loved our stay there only one suggestion needs a set of pots and pans if possible but the rest excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa P.

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

Birthday Celebrations

Was clean and comfortable. Only mirrors are in the bathroom with very little vanity space. They answered every call. Blinds moved very hard or didn’t. Very enjoyable stay. Loved sitting on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Tammy L.

Quaint little getaway!

This place was pretty nice. It was on the water, we didn't catch many fish but saw quite a few. It lacked in cleanliness a bit but we had a good time. I'd stay here again maybe try another unit on that drive as well. The stairs were a bit steep to the 2nd floor. It was decorated nicely as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Ivis V.

Villas 5030

The surrounding area to this apt. Is beautiful but the apt. Needs some upgrades .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great views, OK accommodations.

The views are great, nice porch and lawn area. Inside was clean enough, furnishings are pretty dated. We were unable to enter the unit at check in. The digital lock was broken and it took several hours to get in. We enjoyed the kayak and paddle board.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Debra T.

Hawks Cay

This unit was clean buts needs some improvements. There is a lack of utensils. The unit needs painted. Couch is need of replacing. The coffee table has a glass top and If you bump it, it will cut your leg. Beds were comfortable.

8/10 Good

Evan H.

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

Quaint place with hiccups

Quaint little unit that was nice and relaxing with no frills. When accessing our unit, the codes for the door didn’t work as I had read about prior guests having the same issue. Had to call vacation advisor to get a code for a key to access our vacation unit. You can’t use the pool or any of the other amenities because it’s not part of the resort. Knew this going there, but still isn’t an ideal situation for the price. Would go back, but would also check out other places that will offer your family more.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Barb W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great location, great view, unit on the small side.

The unit has an amazing view and great location. We liked Duck Key very much and its proximity to Marathon. We used the paddle board and kayak multiple times each day and really appreciated their availability. One warning, check the currents at the bridges if you plan to paddle through one. It can be really challenging to make it through with a strong current running against you. A couple of things made us rate this 4 instead of 5. The unit is small, which wasn't a surprise. We saw the pictures. To get to the upstairs balcony through the master bedroom requires some maneuvering to avoid bumping into the bed's footboard. With both bathrooms being so small, shelving would be handy to store toiletries. A big draw for us in selecting this unit was that a paddle board and kayak are provided. We received two emails with instructions on where the key to the storage area was located, which wasn't where we finally found the key. It was in a plastic pouch stuck to the inside of one of the kitchen cabinets. Who is the key being hidden from? The key location may have been the reason for our last problem. The key is on a neoprene lanyard. We can only guess that the lanyard was put away wet because the glasses and dishes in that cabinet had a crusty film on them. We had some communications issues with Vacasa. When we couldn't find the key to the storage area, I called, left an email and a text the first night of our stay. Never got a response. Vacasa sends multiple texts and emails, which are probably automated, but they aren't responsive to direct contact. We would definitely recommend this unit as a beautiful vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

leo mims M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Has bed bugs
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a family stay with water view.
View from backside
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Great place!

We loved our stay. Very nice and peaceful.

6/10 Okay

Ana R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location

Beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig W.

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

Great location but condo needs to be updated.

Second time in the condo complex and we love the location. The condo shows serious signs of wear and needs some updating. For instance, the kitchen cabinets wouldn't stay shut and were quite scratched and worn.The handle on the downstairs bathroom was broken and we had to reach in the tank to pull the flapper chain with each use. Some of the walls and room moulding were scuffed and in need of attention.Overall, the condo was comfortable, easy to access and has a nice water view. However, unless it were updated, we wouldn't stay there again.One note on Vacasa, who manages the property: their communication with me was rather frustrating. I filled out all the required information online, which was verified by the "owner." However, I must have received at least 7 emails requesting that I complete a form from Dropbox before check-in. I kept checking with the owner to make sure I hadn't skipped a required form, but was assured twice that everything was in order. But these reminder emails kept arriving, which was disconcerting. I suggest that Vacasa tighten up their communication process so everyone is on the same page.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Leah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Extremely disappointed in Vacasa

Although the home was fine (it’s definitely dated and you can see the wear and tear) the day we showed up, the water to the entire resort was shut off due to a water main break so we couldn’t shower, brush our teeth, drink the water, etc and Vacasa did not even ONCE reach out to us to offer water bottles or offer a discount or money back or anything for the inconvenience. We were on a “boiled water” notice the whole time we were there and they never once offered to help.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa H.

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

Keys vacation

Was what we were looking for. Not super fancy, but comfortable, and right next to the water, which is what we wanted. Central location for us to visit different keys during our stay. Wish they had bikes but they did have other things. Used the kitchen and washer/dryer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Great place to stay

This was a great place to stay away from the business but close enough to Marathon to go to dinner or activities. The condo was cozy and had a great sunset view. Will definitely look at this place again if we return to the Keys.
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Great Place

This place was great! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Doesn't look like the pictures

We looked the look for this property but where quite disappointed. The bathroom ceiling had paint flaking of it. The hall way upstairs had a large brown mark on the ceiling from a leak. The house is a bit old and tired. We couldn't get in our parking spaces as other cars parked there. The location is fabulous and the sunset view was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Timothy S.

Quack Duck Key Escape

Area is beautiful. Water out front was perfect. We saw dolphins. Sea turtles right there. House was great. Having kayaks and SUP was also nice. House itself was basic in terms of decorations But who wants to stay inside at Duck Key? Vacasa staff was great. Helped fix a door. Found our iPods after we left and sent them back to our home address. Overall a positive stay. If Owners tried a little more in the Interior decorating ot would be five star. But we had a great time.

8/10 Good

Matthew G.

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

Nice Vacation Home

This area is great and the homes are nice with ample room and all the things you need. The good parts are the views are amazing, kitchen is nicely stocked, beds are comfy, no bugs, nice pillows and nice decor. If your looking for just a nice house to stay at this is a great spot. There were only a few minor issues with the space, the dish washer did not work, after 3 days of trying I somehow got it to run once. I had seen this issue on previous reviews so it gave me some concern that this was a big management company rather than a individual owner. It took a few days to get back to me using the messaging service. Outside of the main door and the sliding glass doors, every window was painted shut. Every screen door had taken a real beating and was tough to close and had tears in them. I have been going to hawks kay for the last 20 years, and it is one of the more expensive places to stay in the keys. At the same time it is well worth it, as the amenities with the resort are amazing. I had stayed in these exact units before, so when the resort was booked I looked at VBRO. The issue I did not see was the fine print, its on the hawks kay property, but the listing is Duck Key, and when you go into the review you then realize your renting a house only. No use of either pools (or the one by the house), no gym, no kids area. If I had never gone to Hawks kay this would be just a house to stay at, but since I have and the cost difference was so minimal, I would opt to pay a little
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michael J.

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

Nice unit

Mattress in second bedroom needs to be replaced. The center of the bed sunk in. Other than that, the unit was clean and comfortable with a beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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