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Spacious Home, Directly on Gulf , Beautiful Sunsets, 2 Master Suites, 2 Kayaks

Family-friendly holiday home in Marathon with a hot tub

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Enjoy our pool as you look at the beautiful Gulf waters.
Sunsets by the Pool
Tiki hut with BBQ
Pool view from Tiki Hut
Breathtaking Sunsets from Every Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, The Turtle Hospital
  • Place, Sombrero Beach
  • Place, Vaca Key
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Keylime Room-Bedroom #3

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Ocean Blue Room-Bedroom #4

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Periwinkle Room-Master #1

1 King Bed

Sea Foam Room-Master #2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms

Key-lime Room-Bathroom #3

Toilet · Shower only

Ocean Blue Room-Bathroom #4

Toilet · Shower only

Periwinkle Room-En-Suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Sea Foam Room-Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Home, Directly on Gulf , Beautiful Sunsets, 2 Master Suites, 2 Kayaks

This spacious property sits directly on the Gulf. Most rooms in the house has views of the Ocean. The deep water dock allows you to bring and dock your own boat. All the rooms are extra spacious and provide a restful retreat after your busy day. Just imagine waking up making coffee in your own room and sitting outside your deck to the beautiful Gulf Waters, a dream come true. It's Paradise . Slip away into breathtaking views, gulf breezes and access to swimming right off our deck and dock. Explore our crystal clear waters. Part of the experience includes Kayaking (included 2 doubles with life vests) right from our steps. Relax in the Sun, use the 10 foot Jacuzzi Spa, and wait for the extraordinary sunsets that change by the minute. Beauty and relaxation surround you without ever leaving the property. However, your vacation will most certainly be enhanced by taking in some of the most notable beaches, restaurants, and shopping. We personally love the Old Seven Mile bridge that offers, walking and biking with unforgettable views. Sombrero Reef is beautiful for snorkeling or swimming and its about 3 miles off-shore. There are several other snorkeling diving sites in Marathon. Marathon has two beaches. Sombrero beach which is beautiful during the winter months. There is also Cocoplum Beach, which is a natural beach. We recommend a drive to Bahia Honda State Park where there are beaches on both the Ocean and Gulf sides. There are many different areas you can go to from our property. In addition, there is a great community park with tennis courts, basketball/hockey courts, skateboarding, soccer fields. baseball fields, shuffleboard courts, boccie ball, picnic areas etc. Marathon is also full of great restaurants and bars, a movie theater and a live theater with performances throughout the year. As a side note, some of the restaurants will be an experience in itself. Great food and ambiance that provide great entertainment and flavors for you palate. Home features high Speed WIFI, Living Area with its own TV, Blue Ray player and Sound System for both indoor and outdoor listening pleasure. A Comfortable sofa with a lounge chair, a reclining chair and a chair with an ottoman. The Dinning Room sits 8-10 Next to the dinning room and kitchen is the bar high Breakfast table with 4 stools. The Kitchen features glass tiles, stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and double oven gas stove and corian counters. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, pans and all cooking accouterments necessary for a cooking feast. The home also features a full size washer and dryer, an Iron and Ironing board. The Bedrooms: Master Suite Number 1- The Periwinkle Room, features, a King size bed, a window seat and two comfy chairs for looking out to the beautiful gulf. It has its own coffee maker, refrigerator, television and blow-dryer. A custom made walk-in-closet and its own en-suite bathroom with double vanity sinks and a shower. It also has its own deck outside the double doors. This master suite is also adjacent to the outdoor screened Porch with outdoor dinning, seating and the Spa. Master Suite Number 2-Sea Foam Room, features a King Size Bed, a Dresser, Two closets, a Futon Sofa, an en-suite bathroom with a tub/shower combination, a coffee maker, TV and Blow dryer, a linen closet and its own deck overlooking the Gulf. The Key-lime room, with its own separate entrance off the main home hallway, features a Queen size bed, a Futon Sofa, and an en-suite door to a shared bathroom, a large closet, a desk/vanity area with a lighted mirror, a blow-dryer(in hallway closet) and a TV. This room also features Gulf views through Sliding Glass doors shared with the Ocean Blue Room, the sliding doors can be tucked into the wall for an open feel or can be locked for privacy,It also features privacy and sound barrier curtains. The Ocean Blue room, has a separate entrance through the living area of the home. It features Captains Beds, that can be used as two King Beds or 4 Twin Beds. This room has its own TV, Games, Closet, Dresser and floor chairs. The outdoors is where it is at you have swimming access to the clear Gulf Waters. Deep Water Dock, with dockage for your boat. 2 Kayaks which can be launched into the water with the use of ropes. snorkel gear, beach towels, lounge hairs and outdoor adirondack chairs.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ONE Boat-Second boat ONLY with owner’s approval. $250 disposal fee-if recycling not out by Thursday night & or Trash not out by Friday night
$100 per person per day penalty for over 10 guests will be taken from credit card deposit. Eviction possible-Our license is only for 10 guests
Inspect house-notify damages/non-working items within 8 hrs of check-in at 4:00 pm

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the ocean. Crane Point Museum and Nature Center and Marathon Air Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Florida Keys Country Club and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • Crane Point Museum and Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Florida Keys Country Club - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • The Turtle Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Sombrero Beach - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Vaca Key - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cracked Conch Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Wooden Spoon - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Home, Directly on Gulf , Beautiful Sunsets, 2 Master Suites, 2 Kayaks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Spacious Home, Directly on Gulf , Beautiful Sunsets, 2 Master Suites, 2 Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Home, Directly on Gulf , Beautiful Sunsets, 2 Master Suites, 2 Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Home, Directly on Gulf , Beautiful Sunsets, 2 Master Suites, 2 Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Home, Directly on Gulf , Beautiful Sunsets, 2 Master Suites, 2 Kayaks located?

This family-friendly Marathon holiday home is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crane Point Museum and Nature Center, Marathon Air Museum and Boot Key Harbor. Florida Keys Country Club and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 208 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan P.

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

Great Vacation

Great place to cook great meals whether inside or outside. We spend a great time enjoying family time. Some of us were in the pool, others fishing outside and other using the jacuzzi. Great views and great sunsets. It is truly an amazing place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful property exceeded all of our expectations. The home is lovely but the outdoor spaces is where this property really shines. We hope to return sometime in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda O.

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

ONG

The week was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful Home

Excellent Property
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor E., Larkspur, CO

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

Family Trip

Great location , had so much fun.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Wonderful view

Beautiful ocean front home. Gorgeous sunset views. Spacious bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. Suited all 9 of us (2 kids and 7 adults). Lovely screened-in porch with hot tub and eating area. The outside pool was used every day and the tiki hut was great for reading. We used the grill and fish cleaning station multiple times. Convent location to stores and restaurants. Could have used a few new pots and pans and a proprietary ice machine, but other than that we would highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy A.

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

Beautiful and comfortable week

We had a wonderful time at Sunset on the Gulf. The house and surrounding neighborhood were wonderful. Very comfortable stay! We would highly recommend this property. Many little extras to make guests comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee Dee M.

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

Sunsets

This property is aptly named Sunsets on the Gulf! Such views!! This was our third time to stay here. It’s magnetism drew us back for two weeks of absolute relaxation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Beautiful view

We had eight adults in our group. The home was spacious enough that we never felt crowded. The view of the sunset is priceless.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA

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

Great family vacation

This was our second stay at this property and we loved it even more than the first! Rave reviews from ages 7-55. The amenities are just perfect with kayaks, pool, hot tub, bay access, snorkel gear, fishing gear, and a great setup for family meals and plenty of privacy too. The house is very clean and well equipped in a location convenient for all the favorite Keys activities. . We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

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

Beautiful Place to Stay!!

This is a beautiful place! The house is very clean. The best part is the outside, where you will spend most of your time. From sitting under the tiki hut, using the pool, or sitting on the dock looking at the amazing view. We saw dolphins, manatees, and stingrays. Maria was so helpful if we had a question. We were so happy with this place and hope to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Marathon Paradise

4th year staying at "Sunsets on the Gulf" and again, it did not disappoint! Our family of 6 adults and 3 children had another fantastic week at this beautiful location with 180degree views of the Gulf from the pool, Tiki Hut, dock or relaxing back yard. The inside is very nicely appointed, with ample & comfortable room for a big family and has everything you could possibly need for your stay. We love staying at Maria's home, located in a central location of Marathon, and can't wait until our next return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Jennifer S.

Nice. Smaller than what thought.

House was comfortable. Accommodated 4 adults and kids but it was tight. The single beds were small and so was the futon. Beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

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

Paradise

The property was absolutely amazing. There were things for the kids to do, things for the adults to do. The dock and water was perfect for fishing. We caught tons of fish every day. You can snorkel right off the dock. The house was very well stocked and had everything we needed even with backups for things we forgot. The host was very easy to work with as well. We plan to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Most Relaxing Vacation in Paradise

This property has it all. The location cannot be beat and the amenities serve your every need - kayaks with life vests, snorkeling equipment we used for lobstering, toiletries in case you left anything at home, and outdoor fans to keep you comfortable. We rented a 27ft boat and the dock layout was great. The underwater lights were perfect for night fishing and we saw tarpon, sharks, sailcats, and a manatee. We stayed for two weeks and did not elwant to head home. We would come again and this was our second stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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Spring Break 2024

We had a great time at the house. We could have stayed at the house the entire week without exploring the rest of Marathon. We all enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The sunsets from the dock were amazing. The screened in porch is a great place to read and have a drink while the kids swim. Every single bedroom has its own bathroom and gives everyone their privacy and space. There is plenty of snorkeling equipment along with beach chairs. Don’t forget to go kayaking either. It was a great week and we hope to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

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

Wedding Week Getaway

We rented this property for our family and friends for the week of our sons wedding in The Keys. We could not be more delighted! The photos don't do it justice! The views are breathtaking! Everything was perfect! Plenty of room for everyone (there was 10 of us). House was very clean! Pool, hot tub was delightful. Kids loved taking advantage of the fishing poles and kayaks to explore the area. Tiki was a perfect place for us all to relax in the evening. Maria was a joy to deal with! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail Z., Antioch. Il

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

Beautiful property with lovely mid- century home

Our overall stay was great. Our 11 yr old grandson walked in, saw the ocean and said “I’m very happy, very happy!” Couple of hiccups. Kayaks were missing, we looked everywhere we could think of but no luck, I finally contacted Maria, only to be told they were out for repair and would arrive in the morning. A heads up on the this would have been nice. They actually weren’t delivered back to the house until late Monday afternoon. The next item was the pool, no pool cleaning during the week and we couldn’t find a slimmer to clean ourselves Family had a great time in Key West one day, but the rest were spent at the house
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loree K.

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

Phenomenal!

Sunsets on the Gulf is absolutely amazing! The house is very spacious with all modern amenities, yet cozy & beautifully decorated--the 6 adults in our group had all the privacy we wanted as well as great spaces to congregate, both inside & out--super clean & very well-equipped. Words pale to adequately describe the breathtaking views of the sunsets & the gulf--endless sky & water! An expertly landscaped & stunning waterfront! property! Incredibly beautiful pool & large hot tub, both very well-maintained! The pier, simply spectacular--we fished (a lot!), kayaked, star-gazed, watched varieties of water birds, dolphin, manatee, sand shark, loggerhead turtle & shiny "dancing" tarpon in the night lights! Also great for boat docking, but we were just too busy enjoying the property this time! The Tiki Hut was our daily go-to--night & day, perfect for grilling, outside dining or just relaxing in the shade! Beautiful, quiet neighborhood; convenient to great shopping, restaurants & other sight-seeing (if you really want to go out, but not likely, hah!). Maria is an excellent, very responsive host & made everything so easy (thanks!)! Though tempted to keep it our own little secret for return trips, it wouldn't be fair not to share what a little piece of heaven SOTG truly is for others to enjoy as well:0)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anita S., Nashville, TN

Spectacular Sunsets is an understatement

What a beautiful property, Sunsets on the Gulf definitely lives up to its name! Words cannot express the beauty and tranquility of this home. By far the best VRBO home we have visited!!! Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with our family. My two children and I stayed for a weeks vacation in July 2016 and thoroughly enjoyed the daily show provided by mother nature as the sunset over the Gulf (viewed straight out the back of the house visible from the living, dining and kitchen areas or the patio and dock). The home is beautifully decorated and has everything that was needed to have a peaceful family vacation, lots of gathering areas and also plenty of rooms for privacy. We fished from the dock onsite every day and caught lots of fish (most were hand sized --- large variety and very colorful). It was very nice and greatly appreciated that the home offered fishing equipment, fishing yo yo's and a bait freezer. There were times that we observed several large fish pass by the dock, schools of colorful fish, crabs, skate, lots of birds and iguanas. My kids thoroughly enjoyed the kayaks, fishing, observing nature and the games that were available. Marathon was found to be a family friendly area with ample shopping areas within 2 miles of the home and not overly crowded like some other tourist destinations. It was very nice to be on island time for the week. The home was better than described in the description. The owner was excellent to work with. The only negative thing was that the visit had to end. I have already recommended the home to our friends and we definitely would love to return again. One of our favorite vacation home destinations ever! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is amazing and we really enjoyed our trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our family of 6. The pool and dock were awesome! Morning coffee on the dock and sunsets in the evening were the highlight of the trip! I would suggest having more cookware available. We cooked all of our meals at the house and would have liked to have more baking trays, pots, and frying pans. Beds were all very comfortable. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We consisted of two families enjoying this prime location in Marathon. The home, while sitting within a neighborhood, offers the feel of being private when looking out over the bay. It had all of the amenities that we needed. The pool was a refreshing way to end the day. Our too cool and hard to please teenagers loved fishing off the dock and watching the fish congregate around the underwater lights. Clean and sparkling when we arrived. Would stay and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at this property. Everything was just as advertised. The views were incredible. We had so much fun fishing and snorkeling off the dock. We kayaked with a dolphin pod that came nearby. We saw a manatee swim by our first day at the property. The accommodations were great. We traveled with grandparents and three kiddos ranging in age from 10-18. Perfect for all. It is very well equipped, especially the kitchen- so nice! Also the property owners were easy to get in touch with and answered any questions we had. Had a wonderful stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita S.

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

Paradise found

This was our second time staying at this home on Gulf in paradise and cannot wait until we can go again. We love this home and location. Family of 3 adult couples had plenty of space to spread out or come together. The sunsets on the dock or from the pool are spectacular. The neighborhood is nice and quiet. We caught fish from the dock, kayaked, rented jet skis, snorkeled, visited the Turtle Hospital. We cooked and grilled occasionally and enjoyed breakfast and dinner out at several great local restaurants. This house has everything we needed or wanted! This property sets the standard for other properties to live up too. It may cost a little more but it is well worth it! Cannot wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Maria Bethencourt

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Why they chose this property

This spacious property sits directly on the Gulf. Every room in the house has views of the Ocean. All the rooms are extra spacious and provide a restful retreat after your busy day. Just imagine waking up making coffee in your own room and sitting outside your deck to the beautiful Gulf Waters, a dream come true.

What makes this property unique

The home has access to the ocean, for swimming, kayaking, snorkeling or diving. The deep water dock allows you to bring and dock your own boat.
You can also fish from the end of the dock. There is a ladder at the end of the dock which gives you access for swimming and snorkeling

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English, Spanish

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