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Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out

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Canal sunrise
One parking space
Dining and Kitchen with Print Station
Master Bed
Master Bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 579.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Place, Florida Keys Beaches
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Upper Sugarloaf Key
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Upper Sugarloaf Sound
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out

About this space
Pelicans Roost is a waterfront home on the Atlantic side of Cudjoe Key with a 17’ dock. Only 20 miles from historic Key West. Explore the lower keys from this great central location. Big Pine is only 8 miles away, Bahia Honda state park only 16 miles. Also plenty of family friendly activities within the Venture Out Resort like a hot tub, pool, tennis courts, pickle ball, basket ball, a private beach with tikis for beautiful ocean viewing and a community store. A perfect home for your adventure
The space
Comfortable 2 bedroom 2 bathroom, the master bedroom has a comfortable king. The second bedroom has two twins that can convert to a king.
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire home along with all of the amenities inside of Venture Out. A key code will be sent along with instructions before arrival. Venture Out requires a resort fee to stay at the resort that is paid upon arrival.
Other things to note
There is a resort fee to enter the resort that is paid directly to Venture Out. This is separate of your booking charges. The money will be collected at the guard shack upon arrival. Just a few reasons we LOVE the Keys

John Pennecamp Park
Jacobs Aquatic Center
Harry Harris Park
African Queen Canal Cruise
Founders park
Robbies
History of Dive Museum
Theater of the Sea
The Lagoon & Bongos at Grassy Key
Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters
Air Museum
Crane Pointe
Sombrero Beach
Dolphins Research Center
Turtle Hospital
Marathon Community Park
Sunset Grille
7 mile Bridge walk
Pigeon Key
Bahia Honda
Veterans Park
The Horshoe swimming hole
Fish the bridges with LandBoat Charters
Visit the Key Deer on Big Pine Key
No Name Pub
Visit the Blue Hole and Marillo trail on Key Deer Blvd.
Big Pine Key community park (skate and bike)
Big Pine Flea market
Kiki's
Boondocks and Mini Golf and Saturday market
Visit Fat Albert at the end of Blimp Rd
Sugarloaf Wednesday Farmer’s Market
Skydive Key West
Eat lunch and Kayak the mangroves from Geiger Key Marina
Hurricane Hole (play area)
Sheriff's Dept Animal Farm
Smathers Beach
East Martello tour
West Martello/Key West Garden Club
Higgs Beach, Park, piers
Salute on the Beach
SNUBA of KW (5+)
Rent bikes and EXPLORE!
Rent kayaks and EXPLORE
Trolley tour
Train tour
Lighthouse
Hemmingway House
Curry Mansion (crows nest!)
KW Aquarium
Shipwreck museum
Mel Fisher Museum
Waterfront brewery (video games)
Sunset at Mallory Square
Butterfly museum
Visit the MANY art galleries
Truman Waterfront park &
Splash pad
Ft. Zach
Peak Charters
Sunset cruises
Sandbar trips…

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Safe Travels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
A signed rental agreement and a $300 security deposit hold is due before check in.

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

About the area

Summerland Key

Located in Summerland Key, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Florida Keys Beaches and Bahia Honda State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Blue Hole and Big Munson Island. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Cudjoe Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Florida Keys Beaches - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Upper Sugarloaf Key - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Upper Sugarloaf Sound - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Lower Sugarloaf Sound - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center - 16 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boondock's Grille & Drafthouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Morning Joint - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kiki's Sandbar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mangrove Mama's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Square Grouper Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out on 1 August 2026 start from NZ$675, 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.

Is Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pelican's Roost, Waterfront comfort at Venture Out located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Upper Sugarloaf Key, Florida Keys Beaches and Lower Sugarloaf Sound. Big Pine Key Flea Market and National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana L.

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

Great location

Very clean, had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle Q.

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

Perfect family vacation home

We had a wonderful stay at Pelicans Roost. The home is beautiful and has everything a family with kids will need. The location of Venture Out is perfect. This was our 4th year here and love being close to key West and Marathon. The pool is amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Comfortable and felt like home

We loved our stay! Bed was comfortable and every room had a cute nice touch. My first heated toilet seat😁 we would stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Excellent stay

This home has everything you could ever want in s rental. The kitchen is fully stocked. The screen porch is primo.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ron G.

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

Tortuga’s senior trip

The location is really nice. The space was as well stocked as any I’ve ever stayed in. Although, the smell from the rotting seaweed in the end of the canal was brutal. Really the only negative from our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pendance G.

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

Loved it!

The home was fantastic! As soon as you walked in the door it was inviting!!! The heated toilet seat was also great. Absolutely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bd ..

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

Great location, great hosts!

Pelican’s Roost is in a great central location- easy to go to all the other keys east or west. Home is well stocked and we didn’t need a thing. Beds were super comfy and Hugh and Wendy were great about communicating the power was (unexpectedly) going to be out for a few hours and to work with us had we decided to change our plans. We look forward to our next stay at Pelican’s Roost.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

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

Pelican's Roost

We really enjoyed our stay! A small hiccup with the AC but Wendy got the repairmen there quickly. That issue was resolved right away! Thanks for the home away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew E.

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

Most Relaxing Spot to Unwind

My family could not have been more comfortable. The vacation home was immaculately clean. The appliances were either brand new, or I am fooled. The host thought of every detail of making our stay positive. The view of the water from the screened deck was very peaceful. We had a question during our stay. The host was very quick to respond. We want to come back and sit on the deck soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

teresa c.

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Hugh and Wendy Colson

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