Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Visitor's Center
Place, Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Visitor's Center
8 min walk
Baker's Cay Resort Beach
Place, Baker's Cay Resort Beach
4 min drive
Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill
Place, Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill
6 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Coral House - Bayside Retreat for 6-8 guests
Booking for the holidays now! 1-28 days + monthly discounts available (please message). The Coral House is located on a serene bayside private and historical estate in the Upper Keys, providing the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind along the Gulf of America with family and friends.
With vaulted ceilings and a spacious layout, the house and treetop studio (located upstairs) includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms, two separate living quarters, WIFI, and extensive amenities to ensure privacy and comfort during your stay.
The tranquil bayside waterfront is a short 1-minute walk from the house, where patio furniture, electric grill free use, propane grill reserve before arrival $25. paddle boards, and kayaks are at your disposal. Surrounded by the estate's native landscape, the waterfront is an incredible setting to capture the sunset over the water, swim in the marine sanctuary, and spend quality time with family and friends. Waterfront massages, fishing, and diving charters are additions that are bookable through your host in advance for the ultimate retreat.
Once at the property, there are a plethora of opportunities to enjoy your natural surroundings. Sunset Bay is located on the property, where you can swim, kayak near shore, snorkel. Visit John Pennekamp Coral Reef, 10 minutes from the property. Baker’s Cay Resort and the mangrove tunnels are close by and are fantastic places to kayak to for a picturesque experience. Guests can hire boats or jet skis from local businesses.
Your host resides on the 2.5-acre estate and can provide suggestions for nearby restaurants and attractions. No pets, smoking, or fishing.
Out of the water, there are trails perfect for walking and bike riding nearby. Or you can visit popular attractions such as the Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Centre. Your host has many suggestions and local knowledge of the area and will happily assist you in creating an itinerary.
We Uber, Car Rentals, Taxies, Private Cars are readily available. Airport Shuttle or buses. Check in 4PM, Check out 11AM
All Guests Must be named. Children's ages and parents must be noted to follow Fire Marshal rule. The person making the reservation must be present at check in. All guests 15 and over must provide Photo ID. Additional guests are not permitted on property without prior notice to the owners. Fees apply for visitors and additional vehicles. We have additional lodging on property if you have more people join your party. We would love to host them too. Reserve early!
Items NOT permitted on property: air mattresses, hammocks or camping tents, motorized boards/ bikes/ skates etc.
Flush only toilet paper.
Quiet hours 11pm-7am weekends. 10am-7am weekdays, County Rule.
No Smoking/Vaping anywhere on property. No fishing. No pets.
Must sign "Water-Access" Liability form on behalf of your guests.
Children must have constant adult supervision. Safety guards not provided. Children under 13 must stay in the Coral House on the main floor. Playpen with bassinet and changing table attachments, high chair, infant tub, utensils provided. No children under 16 are permitted at the waterfront or use kayaks without a legal guardian present at all times and within reach. Rules based on guest adhering to the following: We are very delighted to be able to host your family/party. This is a family estate. We kindly ask you to be considerate to other guests on the estate as well. No loud parties or extra guests are permitted. No additional guests only the names listed on your contract are permitted on the estate. Please be advised our home sleeps total of 10 guests ONLY. This includes children. We do have additional lodging on the estate. If you require please let me know. I'll be glad to go over and add that to your itinerary.
If there are any loud parties, more guests than exceed the contract, rudeness, any kind of violence, drugs, you will be asked to depart the property. Police will be called as well as the reservation platform. If any guest has violated any rules that are listed, this will account for an immediate departure with no refund. If there are damages, guest will incur repair fees to the listing.
The Bennett family sincerely, enjoys, greeting guest and chatting, but we also have homes that we care for and that our livelihood, and we ask all of our guests to be considerate just as we would be considerate, entering your premises or your home.
Thank you again for allowing the Bennett family to host you and serve you. We are here and available for any questions that you might have.
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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
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 and a first aid kit
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
Key Largo
Located in Key Largo, this holiday home is on the beach. Bluefin Rock Harbor Marina and Mangrove Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park. Jacob's Aquatic Center and MarineLab Undersea Laboratory are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Visitor's Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Baker's Cay Resort Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
Florida Keys Visitor Center - Key Largo - 16 min drive - 20.0 km
Restaurants
Circle K - 4 min drive
Key Largo Fisheries - 7 min drive
Pinecrest Bakery - 6 min drive
C&C Wood Fired Eats - 6 min drive
Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Coral House - Bayside Retreat for 6-8 guests pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Coral House - Bayside Retreat for 6-8 guests?
As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Coral House - Bayside Retreat for 6-8 guests on 15 April 2026 start from NZ$1,701, 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.
How much is parking at The Coral House - Bayside Retreat for 6-8 guests?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Coral House - Bayside Retreat for 6-8 guests?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Coral House - Bayside Retreat for 6-8 guests?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Coral House - Bayside Retreat for 6-8 guests located?
Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Visitor's Center and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Bluefin Rock Harbor Marina. Mangrove Marina and Mariners Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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zero stars on this Key Largo stay: only one positive for this place there is a bay view with small beach sitting area at the end of the driveway by the nicer updated cabins, whick looked way better that Coral house . This was disappointing stay at a way overpriced dishonest listing for not updated , poorly lit house with inaccessible outdoor stairs to “tree top” apartment. Those stairs will cause an accident and made that area unusable but we were not provided with a refund for this overcharged stay. Sadly, the outdoor uneven slippery were stairs not explained in listing.Also we would not recommend the lower level 3 bedroom 2 bath “ Coral House” due to worn out old dusty uncomfortable furnishings and very old fridge, broken cheap plastic patio furniture. Bedroom 2: a broken old key pad locks one out of bedroom randomly, no code to unlock bedroom was provided . Kitchen: no table with chais in kitchen, no coffee provided at all for Keurig, fishy bad smell in fridge and no ice maker 3rd bedroom : sleeping impossible due to very hard bed. Smelly carpet covered up with excessive deodorant powder& no widows that open. Bathrooms: poor water pressure and lukewarm water, stained or damaged flooring. Review: total of Zero stars if I could *
The Coral house was very clean and had everything we needed for our girls’ weekend. It wasn’t fancy, but the water access to the crystal clear beautiful water was worth everything we hoped for and more. We floated and snorkeled and watched amazing sunsets right from the property.
I took a group of 6 boys to celebrate their high school graduation. The property was beautifully set on the Gulf side. Snorkeling and kayaking right on the property’s edge was amazing. Beautiful sunsets and plenty of room for a party of 8. Beds were comfortable and kitchen had everything you need.
Our family of six adults had an unforgettable stay at the Coral House in early August. The weather was great, and the location couldn’t have been better. We loved having the freedom to take out the paddle boards whenever we wanted. The sunsets and stargazing from the dock were simply breathtaking.
The house was well-equipped with everything we needed, making our stay comfortable and convenient. Leslie, our host, was fantastic! She was always available to answer our questions and provided excellent suggestions for local activities.
We recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation spot.
Carlos L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
Thank you, Carlos! We so appreciate it and would love to know what we could've done to earn that final star!
We stayed for three nights and had a wonderful time. I made a mistake with the reservations and we needed to check in one day early and the property was so accommodating. We used the paddle boards and kayaks daily which our kids loved. We had several questions for the property manager and she was very quick to respond. We would return to this property. Thank you!
This was hands-down the worst Vrbo experience I’ve ever had. The host is deceptive and has clearly misled countless guests. She demands invasive personal information before arrival, then hides in a small house in the back, watching everything you do. The listing omits crucial details — like only providing one roll of toilet paper for the entire stay — and the space is poorly maintained.Her behavior is unprofessional, overbearing, and downright dishonest. She nickel-and-dimes guests while pretending to offer “hospitality,” but it’s clear she’s only out to take advantage of people. This felt less like a vacation rental and more like being under surveillance in the home of a thief.Avoid this property at all costs — it’s a waste of money, peace of mind, and your personal privacy.
Mary T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay
M M.
8 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
not as advertised
house does not have a waterfront view as advertised. house is in the woods. there is no central air conditioning in the bedrooms, and window/standup units are older and loud which makes it difficult to sleep. we noted 2 unmarked video cameras on the house. owner lives on the property in a cottage on the waterfront, so if you walk the 1/8 mile to the water, its not a private area. Because this property was not as advertised we checked out after 1 day and requested a refund. (a first)
house is a large space which is good for large groups. its in a central location in key largo which is also good. owner came over to visit, and seemed nice.