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Sunset Villas - Affordable Open Waterfront Accommodations with Dockage & Ramp

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Affordable accommodations with boat dockage and on-site ramp.
One of the best sunsets in the world
This Tarpon was caught right off one of our docks
Interior
Dolphins swimming by our docks

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 271.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Conch Key, FL
  • Walkers Island
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Little Conch Key
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Dolphin Research Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sunset Villas - Affordable Open Waterfront Accommodations with Dockage & Ramp

Sunset Villas is a very small lodge located on the tiny and quaint island of Conch Key (mile marker 63 - between Marathon and Islamorada). This listing is for our 1-bedroom OPEN WATERFRONT suite. This suite comes with complimentary deep-water dockage (park your boat right in front of your suite!), use of our on-site boat ramp and a full kitchen. .

We are located just southwest of Long Key Channel, you can be in the Atlantic Ocean in 5 minutes for fishing, lobstering, snorkeling and diving. We can refer you to local fishing, diving, or snorkeling charters. Please note that we do not allow Jet Skis at our location.

The 1-bedroom (700 square feet) has a King size bed as well as a pull-out futon and accommodates 2 people. This villa has a spacious living & dining area and a full size kitchen. We know you will be very happy with the size and quality of our accommodations.

We provide our guests with a comfortable outdoor area, which includes a gas grill, hammock, a tree top deck, and two bicycles for touring the island and fishing bridge. We also have an ocean kayak available for guest use free of charge! We have a swim ladder from our docks for snorkeling and swimming in the clear waters that surround our location.

We think we offer the best value OPEN WATERFRONT accommodation in the beautiful Florida Keys!

Please note that we have a 1 month minimum during January, February and March. Additionally we do not take reservations more than 1 year in advance.

Regulatory note: Sunset Villas is a lawfully established and permitted (formerly Harry's Fishing Lodge, est. 1960) transient public lodging establishment that is licensed and inspected by the State of Florida. We meet or exceed all State of Florida requirements under Chapter 509 of the Florida Statutes including, but not limited to, life safety, fire safety, sanitation and waste management. Our property also provides 24 hour on-site management, and has an absolute maximum occupancy of 2 people per bedroom. Rest assured your stay with us will be safe, quiet and more enjoyable than a vacation rental.

Keywords: Open Waterfront

Property manager

Katrina Wiatt

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

Adults only
Children must be competent swimmers
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Events

No events allowed
No unregistered guests allowed on property
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only
Rentals must run within a Saturday to Saturday time frame. Therefore, 5 night stays must start on Saturday, Sunday or Monday.
Parking for 1 vehicle and 1 boat trailer. Trailer must be less than 26' long. Jet Skis are not allowed. PLS email us if you plan on bringing a boat.
All renters are expected to act in a responsible manner. Renters who adversely affect the stay of others or our neighbors will be asked to leave.

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
Note from host: No unregistered guests allowed on property
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 on the waterfront. Keys Cable Park and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Long Key State Park and Curry Hammock State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Conch Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Walkers Island - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Little Conch Key - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Dolphin Research Center - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Coco Plum Beach - 16 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler and Ale - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Wreck Galley & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sixty-One Prime - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bongos Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Florida Boy Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Villas - Affordable Open Waterfront Accommodations with Dockage & Ramp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Villas - Affordable Open Waterfront Accommodations with Dockage & Ramp?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Villas - Affordable Open Waterfront Accommodations with Dockage & Ramp?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Villas - Affordable Open Waterfront Accommodations with Dockage & Ramp located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Walkers Island and Little Conch Key. Long Key State Park and Curry Hammock State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ed g.

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

Perfect!

Loved this place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Slice of Paradise

Great property in a great location. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Relax and Fish vacation

Loved it here. Quiet, friendly place with amazing sunsets and our boat parked a few feet from the door. A short drive to Marathon and Islamarada.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stan P.

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

Great getaway!

Bill and Katrina are wonderful people. Their villas are clean, spacious, and located in paradise. Breathtaking views, great fishing and unbelievable location all added up to one of the best vacations of our life.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebecca b.

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

Wonderful experience!

Villa is better in real life! Listing does not do it justice! We had a wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

brooks c.

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

Amazing view

Perfect place for our anniversary getaway! Clean, comfortable and all around amazing!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Fantastic 7 day vacation

This is an fantastic place to watch the sun set in the Keys...Bill and Katrina are the best host...I will come again...put this place on your bucket list!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

kerry h., Arlington, Texas

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

Great location, Fantastic Sunsets!

This stay at Bill and Katrina's rental will rank as one of our all time favorites! The sunsets were absolutely breathtaking. The unit was very clean and well maintained. We had everything we needed. Bill and Katrina were always available for anything we needed. Definitely a 5 star vacation getaway for us! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Billie K., Des Moines, Iowa

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

Beautiful Property

Located right on the Gulf side of the Keys. So very relaxing. This is an excellent location mid way down the Keys between Key Largo and Key West. Many close beaches and a walk/bike path close by. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mia B.

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

Love the place!!

Beautiful and private location! Can’t wait to go back again!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful place!!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Awesome Views

Very Clean, cozy and well maintained. Absolutely stunning views!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay

Property was bright, colorful and very clean. Owners went out of their way to make our visit very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Curt K.

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

A view for the chosen few

The owner and his property are both amazing. Best stay ever in the keys. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Paradise Found

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! There is absolutely nothing I would change or suggest for this property. The place is immaculate and so welcoming and comfortable. Bill and Katrina are incredibly friendly and helpful in suggesting places to check out. We loved it here and hope to return again as soon as we can!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

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

Beautiful property with centralized location

Great stay! Bill & Katrina were wonderful. The property was clean and well cared for with an amazing view. The location was perfect to see all of the Keys.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rickey B.

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

Vacation in Conch Key

We could not have been more impressed with Sunset Villas... The experience was five stars from day 1 to day 7.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

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

Epic sunsets

We looked forward to our stay for months and we weren't disappointed. The location - in between Islamorada & Marathon - was very convenient. Easy drive down to Key West. The unit was clean & cool, the A/C does a good job & that's important in south FL. We really enjoyed the fishing off the dock. There's tarpon & snapper every night & plenty of bait to attract them. The property is really quaint & there's plenty of places to enjoy the epic sunsets. The owners were very friendly & helpful. I personally loved hanging out with their Lab, Cuda! Having the boat ramp right there & the boat docked right outside our door made it so easy to just get in it & go. It's the only way to go if you're bringing your boat. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Earnest M.

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

Everything I hoped for and more

I've vacationed in the Keys several times over the last ten years and so, I had a pretty good idea of what I was looking for when I found the listing for Sunset Villas. In particular, I wanted a place where I could snorkel and catch fish without leaving the property. Sunset Villas fulfilled those expectations and more. I caught snapper and tarpon every day, all within 100 feet of the door of the apartment! While snorkeling there, I saw lobster, a sea turtle, a Cushion sea star, and several species of fish, including Gray Angelfish, Spadefish, Parrotfish, Cardinalfish, and a grouper. I also saw a manatee from the dock on three days of my five-day visit. And in the evenings, I was treated to beautiful sunsets while eating fresh fish in front of the apartment. The apartment was up-to-date, well appointed, very clean, and comfortable. The bed was especially comfortable and I slept very well there. Bill, the owner, was extremely cordial. He took me on a leisurely tour of the property when I checked in and, during my stay, he offered a few recommendations on things to do and places to eat. He also shared several fishing tips and even netted some bait for me one morning! Sunset Villas is a great place to stay and I'm really looking forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stacia S.

Beautiful setting

Thank you for sharing your property with us. Kevin and I enjoyed our stay in The Keys and it has inspired us to do some more traveling.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS

Could not have wished for better accommodation in an idyllic location with tremendous hosts on site.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

Beautiful location

What a great place to stay!! We enjoyed our time at the Sunset Villas. Perfect place for our first time in the the Keys. Katrina and Capt. Bill answered all of our questions, especially all of Mark’s fishing questions. We will for sure be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue E., Franklin Kentucky USA

Clean comfortable accommodations and property, friendly owners, great location!

Perfect location to spend a relaxed vacation with great amenities! Love the Keys and plan to come back! Bill and Katrina were excellent hosts and know just what you need to have a perfect retreat! Most outstanding sunset views!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teri S.

Perfect little Keys getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Bill & Katrina were terrific hosts. They made sure we had anything we needed. We brought our boat & we loved that we could launch & keep it right there. We look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Cozy paradise

What an amazing place. Everything I needed was perfectly provided; shade, sun, clouds, fish, pelicans, privacy when I wanted it, company when I felt like talking. Every day I walked to the nearby bridge for sunrise; every evening I spent two hours watching the colors bounce off clouds and water. I hiked trails at Long Key State Park but most of the time I stayed in my spacious apartment, quilting, painting, and reading. The bed was great, the WiFi strong, the kitchen well-provisioned. What a perfect place to get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Great place modern well kept up

This is the place for you if you have a boat. Dont get me wrong its not just for boaters. First they have there own boat ramp easy in and out. Sunsets are amazing, the back area and docks are great. The inside is updated and clean, unlike most of the other places. Would i stay here again absolutely. David
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

About the host

Hosted by Katrina Wiatt

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Sunset Villas on Conch Key, which was formerly known and operated as Harry's Fishing Lodge, is owned and operated by Capt. Bill and Katrina Wiatt. Bill and Katrina met at Virginia Tech in the '80s, lived in Texas during the '90s, then 'kicked the corporate life' and purchased this beautiful Conch Key property in 1996.

Why they chose this property

Location, Location, Location! Bill had the vision within 5 minutes of walking on to this property ... and Sunset Villas was born soon after. Boaters, water lovers and fishermen alike keep coming back, year after year, to enjoy our piece of paradise on Conch Key - it is truly a Place for the Chosen View.

What makes this property unique

Sunset Villas on Conch Key offers some of the most fabulous OPEN WATER sunset views in the entire Florida Keys! We literally can see the sunset 365 days of the year ... each and every one is unique and special in its' own way. We also have boat dockage directly on the Gulf of Mexico with access to the Atlantic Ocean in less than 5 minutes via the Long Key Channel Bridge. Conch Key still has the feel of the 'old-time' Keys, so come and visit and see why we have over 85% return customers staying with us.

Languages:

English, German