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Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

Beachfront, with water park

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Exterior
Our private beach
Beach
Aerial view

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms65 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Marathon, FL

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

About this property

Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

Glamping on a small private island with panoramic views of the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean and your own sandy beach (a rarity in the Keys) is a special experience for fishermen, bird watchers, and nature lovers.

Glamping means different things to different people – from a nice tent in the woods with a shared bathroom to a an canvas palace in Africa. Our Floridian definition is a whitewashed cabin perched on a high platform with some pink, blue or green accents, an outdoor shower, and a couple of simple private indoor bathrooms and a basic kitchen. Being Florida, we of course need air conditioning. But what sets us apart is the location in the uncrowded middle Keys, the nature, and yes… that turquoise water in every direction.

Our island is a unique paradise, surrounded by swimmable ocean, fishing spots, and a nature walk along our peninsula that juts out further into the ocean and leads to a dolphin pool (former home to Flipper!) Our island is separated from the Overseas Highway by a private causeway, offering an exclusive experience. We have kayaks and paddle boards for you to explore the calm reef-protected waters surrounding the island. You will also have a fresh-water swimming pool, a boat basin, and a boat launch.

Our Little Conch Island is not just a secluded paradise, but also conveniently located. It's a short distance from the Marathon Airport, the Dolphin Research Center, a water skiing facility, and the numerous restaurants, grocery stores, and gift shops between Marathon and Islamorada. A bike path is just over our causeway, the 7-mile Bridge is 20 minutes away, and Key West is just over an hour away.

The Florida Keys is a magical place with some of the best fishing, boating, and reef diving anywhere in the world. The glamping cabins of Little Conch Key are the perfect place from which to explore – being near everything you would want, yet a world away.

Our property is a beautiful destination and professionally managed by Casa Luxora. This ensures that your stay will be smooth and enjoyable, allowing you to focus on the beauty and tranquility of our island, and the surrounding waters and nature.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 and a deadlock
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

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Marathon, FL

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Marathon cottage is just steps away from Little Conch Key and Walkers Island. Curry Hammock State Park and Keys Cable Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

7.2

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 49 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Alex G.

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

Beautiful land

I had a wonderful stay. That surrounding property was absolutely stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Awesomeness

An amazing setting for the rental. Host was very responsisive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael D.

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

Little Conch

Perfect location without a hundred other people. With a little attention to maintenance, cleaning and amenities, this could be the best place in the Keys to stay. We did however, still thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Paradise

Thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Loved fishing off the docks and kayaking through the clear waters. Amazing location. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe E.

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

Great time!

The place looked great! The kayaks and paddle board were fun for everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2023
Thank you, Joe. We are happy you and your family enjoyed our private island and quite cottages. We look forward to seeing you again in paradise.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ben u.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is not a hotel or resort. If you are looking for hotel amenities etc. if you are looking for a comfortable place to take time relax away from it all and connect with the outdoors and take in the keys for what made them great in the beginning this is the place. The cottages is comfortable sleeps well and has everything you need to escape and relax in the sun, on the water or in the pool. Bring a boat, paddle board and sense to explore. Local shopping is close by, and you are not far from some great spots in islamorada and marathon, from Robbie’s to the Aquarium, Bahia Honda Key and more. The host is great and very responsive. I’d have been down a few times and will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
The location is awesome, beach is nice, pool was clean but surrounding furniture was in poor shape, kayaks and wake board were okay but in need of repair, lagoon and boat ramp were good, shared pavilion was nice but littered with trash, cottage was okay but master bath toilet was broke, property manager said he'd come fix it but never showed up, washer didn't work, dryer worked but not well. Overall this property's location is incredible, but the facilities are poorly maintained, trash pickup was supposed to be daily but never happened
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Wonderful little spot

A gorgeous location and great beach house. Well appointed and clean. Much nicer than "glamping". We enjoyed the private beach, the serenity of the property and the dark skies at night. Our hosts were wonderful and friendly while giving us our space. We'd love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Family Memorial Weekend

The perfect, authentic, unpretentious slice of the Florida Keys. The private beach made for so much family fun! The cottage was clean and comfortable and the location perfect for us. We really enjoyed what felt like out own private island.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2023
Hello Jane, It was a pleasure hosting you and your family and we look forward to having you again! Thank you, Lubia & Antonio
Verified

4/10 Poor

Joe M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was falling apart, nothing updated. Was not worth the price, only good thing about the place was the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve W.

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

Nice cottage, lots of privacy.

Great communication before and during the stay to make all our expectations were met. Very clean and had the genuine "Keys feel". Would recommend to people that like a private place. Great location between Marathon and Islamirada. Also, only an hour drive to Key West.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charise G.

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

Peaceful Paradice

Loved it! Secluded and private cottage. A little rustic but everything needed was there and nicely done. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Keys Getaway with a wedding included

Perfect spot. The landlord allowed us to prepare a beautiful wedding for 40 guests under the palms at sunset. The location was perfect and the amenities were plentiful - kayaks, boat dock, pool and the beautiful ocean. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Great location

This place is located on a small private beach and we truly enjoyed it! We were lucky enough to have 5 days on this secluded island and just loved it. The property is lovely with a nice pool,beach, and small docking area. The house itself needs some work but who cares!! I didn't come here to sit in the house...I would highly recommend it if you want to relax in paradise!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Tina P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Florida fish trip

Nice location cottage could some cleaning and fixing irregularities. Updated mattresses.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Chelsey K.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Deceiving

We arrived to this property & we’re not there even an hour before we decided to stay somewhere else. The deck was falling apart & wood rotted. Windows had mold growing on them. Couch was stained like someone used the bathroom on it. Linens were stained brown as well. Pictures are very misleading. Only positive thing I have to say is we were refunded most of our money back.
Stained couch
Moldy window in kitchen
Stained linens
Patched bathroom floors
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Margaret J.

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

Marathon glam

Pictures were deceiving. Furniture in the living room was very dirty and worn and should be replaced. Not a comfortable seat in the place. Bedrooms were nice. Kitchen was okay but lacked cooking utensils. The deck around the house was dangerous. Lack of outdoor furniture was sad. The pool area was nice, location is beautiful. Area was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty S.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

This home was just what we were looking for. A simple home right on the beach. We spent our days between hanging out on the private beach and exploring the different islands. We enjoyed using the kayaks several times and our son enjoyed the pool. My husband just wished he had his fishing gear. The home is a little older, but it was clean and had everything we needed. The beach is perfect for wading, hermit crab hunting, and watching the ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ben u.

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

Outstanding

I do no
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Linda R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The house floors were not clean and sticky. The VRBO site said it was a 3 bedroom with a hot tub. Was a 2 bedroom without a hot tub. The house structure is questionable the deck and railings were loose and boards raised so had to be careful where we walked. The metal fasteners for the structure were rusty and some were not attached and The kitchen sink faucet came apart upon using it. The small bedrooms glass sliding doors didn’t work. The fan in the living area was noisy and shaking. Smelled moldy upon entering the house. The dishes in the cabinets needed cleaned. Many spots on the ceilings (looks like mold coming through. The doors to outside to the view of the beach/water were hard to open and close due to the doors not being in alignment. Had broken outside chairs. Washer and dryer was in a shed in the back with no electricity going to it. The outside shower was unusable. The inside shower off the hall area had a questionable bottom, it felt like you were standing on something that moving. It was not the best experience unfortunately I believe that the pictures on VRBO were from a while ago and not current in conditions they are now
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

George W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

No stars would have been closer to the truth.

The house is in disrepair.The deck is in really bag shape, to the point you can fall though. Electrical outlets not installed properly in the walls in the kitchen and living room. Back mold in the vents, very dirty over all also. Owner did reverse charges for the week except for the one night we stayed.If the house (houses three on site) were cleaned and repaired,this site would be a great place to stay with a private beach and the views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

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

Peace and Serenity

The property is isolated and serene. We used to come when it was Conch Key Cottages and thought it had been destroyed. The property has 5 houses and was the most quiet and serene experience ever! Private beach with clear water and more than adequate pool. We were the only ones at the pool. It’s classic old school, spartan Keys living with character. It’s not modernized, but we weren’t looking for that. Don’t expect the Four Seasons, but if you want peace and quiet, this is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael O.

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

Beautiful location, run down house

The location is extremely beautiful and very convenient to Marathon and Islamorada. There is a small private beach just outside the front of the house. It does need to be said, this house is incredibly run down. I do not think if I had known this house was in such bad shape that I would have looked at booking somewhere else. This was an expensive place to book, and I had to put up a substantial damage deposit. When we got there the air conditioning was not working although the property manager had a company come out immediately. Overall, its not a bad place to book but the house is in rough shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bob B.

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

Sweet private beach

The location is great. The cottage is satisfactory. It is in need of some repair and maintenance. The bathroom floor is bad. The washing machine did not work. Otherwise, some restoration to a better all-around condition.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rolando P.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

A lot of potential no attention

Property needs attention
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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