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A Tropical Luxury Getaway, Your own private resort!!

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A beachfront property with a large house, palm trees, and a thatched-roof structure.
A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, palm trees, and a distant shoreline.
A boat deck with seating, a small table with a drink, and a view of the water with other boats.
A beach view with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • 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

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Little Torch Key, FL
  • Place, Big Pine Key Flea Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Black Pearl

1 King Bed

Captains Quarters

1 King Bed

Crews Quarter

3 Queen Beds

Love Shack

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Tranquility

1 King Bed

Turtles Nest

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Black Pearl Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Captains Quarter Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Crews Quarters bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Half Bath in Hall off Living Room

Towels provided · Toilet

Love Shack Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Tranquility Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Turtles Nest Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Summerland Key

Located in Summerland Key, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Florida Keys Beaches and Bahia Honda State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Blue Hole and Big Munson Island. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Little Torch Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Boondocks Grille & Draft House - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Big Pine Key Flea Market - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Key West Visitors Center - 5 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boondock's Grille & Drafthouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Morning Joint - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪No Name Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kiki's Sandbar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Looe Key Tiki Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Tropical Luxury Getaway, Your own private resort!! have a pool?

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

Is A Tropical Luxury Getaway, Your own private resort!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Tropical Luxury Getaway, Your own private resort!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Tropical Luxury Getaway, Your own private resort!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Tropical Luxury Getaway, Your own private resort!!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A Tropical Luxury Getaway, Your own private resort!! located?

This family-friendly Summerland Key holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Boondocks Grille & Draft House, Big Pine Key Flea Market and National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center. Blue Hole and Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was absolutely wonderful !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay, thank you for your review! Steve and Whitney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You will not find a better property, managed and thought out to every detail. If you don’t book this place now, you will regret it immensely!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you so much Mr. Allen, this means so much to us! Steve and Whitney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect for our group! Clean and well stocked. The pool is wonderful and the location was perfect for us. Would definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Angela, thank you we are so glad your group enjoyed the Sterling Bay House! Hope to see you again. Steve and Whitney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owners take great pride in their property. The house was immaculate and they have honestly thought of everything! Great location right between Key West and Marathon. The house, pool, dock, everything was top notch. The kayaks and paddle boards were definitely a bonus! The house looks just like the pictures. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Natalie, thank you so much for this. We work really hard to make it what everyone would want in a vacation! Thank you Steve and Whitney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is fantastic! It’s in perfect condition, both inside and out. The grounds were immaculate. They had everything you could need, from pool games and beach games to beach towels, life jackets, entertainment around the pool, large porches, a dock for a boat, a fish cleaning area at the dock’s end, paddle boards, kayaks, and more. The layout was ideal for a large group with multiple families. The host was super responsive and helpful with all our questions. We can tell they really care about the home and the property. Definitely recommend! We cannot wait to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2026
Katherine, Wow! Thank you so much for the amazing review. We are so glad you and the family enjoyed your stay at the Sterling Bay House. We want each guest to enjoy their time there as much as we do! Steve and Whitney
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is absolutely beautiful and it suited our group very well. I’m not a morning person but I caught the sunrises every morning we were there. There isn’t a bad view at all. Just beautiful stunning views.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing host, beautiful house and property!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sterling Bay House is truly a private resort. It was impeccably clean, with lovely rooms; the kitchen was well-stocked, the beds comfortable. Our family loved the pool (best ever), the fun oceanfront with cabanas, hammock, its own sand beach, and the expansive dock for fishing. Brava!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, pool and amenities!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host had everything covered and was very responsive when we had a question. The amenities were fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was spotless, well stocked and well labeled. The Sterling Bay House exceeded our expectations. A large group of 16 gathered for a family re-union to celebrate a 70th birthday with an age range from 19 months to 86 years. Plenty of fun things to do within 40 minutes of the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Everything we needed to have a great vacation was provided. Super nice place!We would stay here agin
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! What a house! We had so much fun and while we left a few times, really no need with the amenities and location. It’s everything the pictures show.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2026
Thank you so much Katy for the amazing review! We try so hard to make the place what everyone will want and we love hearing all the good things!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay. The kitchen was well stocked and organized. There were more beach towels than you could ever use. The sleeping arrangements/bedrooms were great for a large group. The swimming pool, pool toys, and games were amazing. And..the host was great about responding and helping. For a relaxing and fun place to be with young kids you can’t go wrong.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

KEYS VACATION 2025

The house and pool were very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break in Little Torch Key

This is by far the best property we've found in the Keys. The layout was perfect for our group and the outdoor space was amazing. The owner was very responsive to any questions we had. We will definitely stay here again when we come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We're a family of 13 and go somewhere different every two years for our family vacation. This year we decided to go to Florida and enjoy the Keys. What an amazing time we had. Everything about our trip and this property was perfect, so much so that no one wanted to go home. We started our mornings and ended our days in the pool. No matter the heat, it was always cool with a breeze while we were enjoying the pool or watching the World Cup. The home was beautifully appointed and so comfortable, all of the bedrooms were spacious with en-suites. The grounds were lovely and private, the sunsets were amazing, the kids were able to fish each day off the dock, boating & deep sea fishing is also available, we took advantage of both, and the sheer beauty of the area can take your breath away. Also, kayaks, paddleboards, bikes, ping pong, darts, corn hole, etc., etc., is available, especially the ice machine, it was loved by all. There wasn't anything we needed that wasn't there. Just a short walk can take you to the KiKi Sandbar for some delicious rum drinks, food and live music. It was frequented many times by all of us. This truly felt like a home away from home. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
Cheryl we are so glad you and your family had such a great vacation it makes our day hearing all of the wonderful things you have to say. Hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I stayed at the Sterling Bay House from March 27th to April 3rd. This property is amazing! The house was impeccably clean and beautifully decorated. The outside was awesome as well. So many amenities come with this house inside and out. From the various games we played, attempting to paddleboard, and fishing on the dock. We even rode bikes the one day (two we couldn't use- one had a flat tire and the other the chain kept popping) but we still had fun. Both the children and adults were never bored. We had one small issue with the heated pool. Steven was quick to respond and came right over and fixed the problem. We went for a very short walk to Kiki's one night. Loved the atmosphere, the food was delicious, and great service. We had so much fun, lots of laughs, and many memories made! Thank you Steven!
A beautiful view every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing and fully equipped/outrigged. The listing is exactly as stated and beautiful. Very active marine wildlife and warm clear Florida key's water. Owner is very responsive and nice. Kiki's just a two-minute walk away and great restaurants a very quick drive. Everyone in our party was amazed, had a blast, and were sad to leave. I can honestly say that it is the best property I've rented.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Living the Life!

We loved every minute of our stay at Sterling Bay House! The house is a well appointed fulfilling all our needs! We were nine adults and five kids. There were fun things for the kids to do. The kids (and adults) loved the pool, we enjoyed being on the dock and fishing, enjoyed all the games for the outside, enjoyed the kayaks. We had iguana visits and key deer! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Great property and location. House is designed and built perfectly for family or multiple couples. It has all the amenities you could hope to enjoy. Great hosts and very helpful. We left a couple of articles of clothing and they graciously sent them to us. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas

Awesome property - everyone had plenty of room and never felt crowded. Amenities were endless. Welcome basket was nice. Plenty of everything from dishes to silverware- to pots/pans to towels. Location is perfect~everything was within great proximity. The warm pool was enjoyed by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Paradise

Perfect vacation for our three families! The house was gorgeous and well stocked with all of the nice little extras! Clean and comfortable, and the owner was extremely helpful and responsive with questions. Our own little mini resort with kayaks, corn hole, pool games, fire pit and bikes all included. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Venue

The Sterling Bay House was absolutely beautiful and I would highly recommend it to anyone. Our daughter had a small family wedding at the venue and it was absolutely gorgeous. The owners were very friendly and timely in responding to any questions we had and even went above and beyond to have all the dinnerware, glassware and silverware for the event. The location was very convenient to restaurants and stores and only a half hour or so to Key West.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 10 just spent a heavenly week at Sterling Bay House and we could not love this house more! The house itself is just incredible—spacious, well organized and thought out, beautifully decorated, with so many great amenities! It truly feels like a small private resort. The location on Little Torch Key is perfect—it feels private and secluded, yet it is just a short five minute drive to the grocery store and pickleball courts. It’s also in a perfect location for a day trips to Key West or Marathon, which came in handy when we had a couple of windy days. None of us were ready to leave Sterling Bay House at the end of the week! We are also so impressed with the owners, Steve and Whitney. Steve is super responsive and helpful, and quickly fixed a couple of very minor issues that popped up. He’s also just a genuinely nice guy! We would highly recommend SBH to others, and will hopefully be returning ourselves sooner rather than later!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2026
Amy, We are so happy to hear you guys enjoyed your stay. We absolutely love hearing how great a time you all had despite those windy days! We hope to see you again and it was so nice to get to meet you. Steve and Whitney
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