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Waterfront Sunset View in the Aqua Villa Sand Dollar @ Mangrove Resort LLC

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 546.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tavernier, FL
  • Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Florida Keys Dive Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Harry Harris Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ocean Reef Club, FL (OCA)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Loft

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Queen Serta Sofa Sleeper

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Sunset View in the Aqua Villa Sand Dollar @ Mangrove Resort LLC

The Sand Dollar houseboat has 1 Queen bed, 1 Queen sofa sleeper and 2 Twin beds in the loft. Each house boat has flat-screen TVs with cable and complimentary WiFi. The kitchen features a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, toaster and well-equipped kitchens. The sliding glass doors lead to front patio overlooking wonderful views located between Key Largo and Islamorada in Tavernier at Mile Marker 91.7 on the Bayside, in a protected tranquil oasis cove of Community Harbor, in the beautiful Florida Keys.

Property manager

Aqua Villas at Mangrove Marina Resort
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tavernier

Tavernier is home to this houseboat. The area's natural beauty can be seen at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park, while Old Road Gallery and History of Diving Museum are cultural highlights. Jacob's Aquatic Center and MarineLab Undersea Laboratory are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tavernier, FL

What's nearby

  • Baker's Cay Resort Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Florida Keys Dive Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Harry Harris Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hog Heaven - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blond Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dillon's Pub & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Sunset View in the Aqua Villa Sand Dollar @ Mangrove Resort LLC have a pool?

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

Is Waterfront Sunset View in the Aqua Villa Sand Dollar @ Mangrove Resort LLC pet-friendly?

Yes, this houseboat allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Sunset View in the Aqua Villa Sand Dollar @ Mangrove Resort LLC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Sunset View in the Aqua Villa Sand Dollar @ Mangrove Resort LLC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Sunset View in the Aqua Villa Sand Dollar @ Mangrove Resort LLC located?

Situated in Tavernier, this houseboat is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Mariners Hospital and within 3 miles (5 km) of Florida Keys Dive Center and Harry Harris Park. Old Road Gallery and Islamorada County Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

kathleen L.

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

on the dock

The Dive Bar was nice right on the propertyOverall good stay loved the deckpeople were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael m.

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

Fantastic Stay

Loved staying here. Check in was easy and the whole vibe is great. Lordues was great and easy to work with. Cleaning ladies fantastic. We will be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph s.

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

Awsome stay

Amazing time great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Great accommodations, great owner!

The houseboat was well appointed,clean and well located. The owner (Heidi) was friendly , available and accommodating!

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F., Florida

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

Quick Spring Break

We brought our girls down for a trip of a lifetime to stay in a houseboat and swim with the dolphins. This location is great for kids and families of big kids or teens. They loved the pool and we loved the covered picnic tables, beach ambiance and vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G., Roseburg, Oregon

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

What we were looking for!

This houseboat was just what we were looking for in the keys. Room for two of us, very clean and the staff was helpful. We spent lots of time on the “porch” in the mornings and evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

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

Wonderful place!

Our stay was great! It was chilly the first night but thankfully there was a small heater on the boat we were able to use. Mike and Ace were great upon arrival and for anything that we needed! Would definitely recommend staying here again and we will be back!! It was our first trip to the Keys and we loved staying on a houseboat. The marina was quiet and the people were friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenny F., Framingham, Ma

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

Michael was our greeter. He was wonderful and very helpful.

Plan to refer to family and friends. Planning to come back loved the experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

maritza J.

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

Good

Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

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

Memorial Day Getaway!

Enjoyed our Memorial Day getaway aboard the Sand Dollar! Mike and the rest of the staff at Mangrove Marina were extremely helpful. Great place to relax. We enjoyed the simplicity of stepping off the houseboat onto our paddle boards. Beautiful sunsets. Will return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Dave W.

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

Great Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed our Labor Day weekend getaway. Fun and different place off the beaten path to stay. Our 8 y.o. son loved the houseboat, marina and loft sleeping area. Pool was chilled and very refreshing after a day out in the sun. Showers have seen better days and could use updating. Overall very good and would go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Dina H.

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

Could use a larger coffee brewer

Nice. Fun. Would do it again. Just needs a larger coffee brewer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E., Bear, DE

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

Don't look any further - book a houseboat now!

My husband and I had an amazing time staying in the Sand Dollar for the first leg of our honeymoon trip to The Keys. It was such a unique experience and we already can't wait to come back. It was very relaxing and the perfect location nestled between Key Largo and Islamorada. We loved that we could walk across the street for coffee and restaurants and things to do were only 10-15 minutes away in each direction. Everyone we interacted with at the marina - staff, other houseboat guests, and residents - were very friendly! Don't pass up this fun experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jill Q., Fort Lauderdale, FL

Great Keys Escape

This was a great way to spend some time on the water in the Keys. The houseboat decor was very up-to-date (unlike other houseboats we have rented in other locations by other vendors). Heidi was fantastic and responded to our every need. The location was great as we were able to walk across US 1 to a park for the dog. We had a car but if not, there are several options for food nearby. I've only given 4 stars because the bed was a little too hard for me and as a result I did not sleep more than 6 hours each night. Next time I'll bring my air mattress. Highly recommend this to anybody who is looking for some place to stay and make new friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D., Naples, FL

Unique and fun stay!

We stumbled upon this houseboat in our search for a weekend escape in the Keys. What a great place to spend a couple of nights! The boat was just as described and the marina is an interesting locale. Heidi was a great host – she even let us come in a night earlier than planned, at the last minute, when we needed to escape a terrible week of work drama. She met us at the boat and made sure we were settled in and even sat by the fire that night with us and the other houseboat renters. There’s a very nice bath house, you can bring your own boat (we were able to tie ours up right next to our rental) and we even had a visit from a giant and friendly manatee who enjoyed drinking from the fresh water hose on the dock. The boat was decorated very comfortably and our only recommendation would be to have some pots/pans for cooking (yes, we’re the weird travelers who actually enjoy cooking up our catch or other specialties while on vacation – but the grills outside sufficed to get us through). Our dog Scally loved the experience, too. I’d highly recommend staying here and we’ll definitely be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Whytney R.

Absolute GEM!

My friend and I planned a last minute trip to Tavernier for Memorial Day Weekend. Every hotel in Islamorada was booked, which is where we wanted to stay. After calling about 30 hotels I stumbled upon VRBO and Mariela was an absolute sweetheart and on top of everything and super accomodating. It was definitely meant to be! This house boat was so cute/spacious and there were no noisy obnoxious neighbors to worry about! We had a blast and in comparison to the shoebox hotels our friends were staying in, we definitely hit the jackpot. Everything was clean, there were towels, shampoo, conditioner and mini soap bottles as well as a TV and AC. We felt right at home and we loved the little tiki bar. I felt so safe and I would absolutely recommend this house boat and stay again! Also, I left one of my favorite hats and they let me know it was in lost and found. Great deal for what you get!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Henry C.

Great vacation

My wife and I just spent 4 days at the Conch Shell Aqua Lodge houseboat and had a great time. The houseboat was extremely well maintained as was the marina . The houseboats are in Boatman's Mangrove Marina. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The house cleaning staff made daily visits to offer to clean the houseboat and asked if we needed anything. I was not expecting that. Great sunsets right from the marina and even better if you went just outside the harbor. I am a boater and could not have asked for more. They included dockage for my boat, storage for my trailer, a ramp to launch and retrieve the boat, and ice for the coolers. The marina is in a well protected harbor and just about a minute at idle speed to get out to Florida Bay. The location of the Mangrove Marina was great, it was just a few minutes to Tavernier Creek and out to the ocean. Highly recommended for boaters.

4/10 Poor

Sanetha L.

Not what I expected.

Staff was not helpful. They were not rude, but not helpful. My husband and I had traveled a long way and were looking forward to a few days of ease and comfort. My husband is disabled and unable to help with heavy lifting. I carried all of our baggage to and from parking lot. No assist was offered. Lifting the bags on to the houseboat was difficult. . There wasn't laundry soap. There was tiny bit of coffee. No one offered fresh towels or coffee or told us where we might get breakfast or dinner. Beds are only queen size so I slept on hideabed. The most uncomfortable contraption ever built for sleeping! Found a few bugs also so I won't be back. The bar next door was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

C Peter H.

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

We enjoyed having sunrise and sunset on the boat porch. Plenty of showers on the property.

We had no problem booking our Vrbo.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

fun and unique place to stay

House boat was clean and had everything we needed for a short girls getaway. Great location, close to grocery store and fun activities. Loft mattresses weren't the most comfortable but ok for the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin F.

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

kEAZY

It was nice getting to experience what living on a boat in a marina would be like. Getting to meet people from all over the world living on their boats and the marina bar is a great place to do that! Live music and an awesome bartender made it our nightly hang out
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Wonderful family vacation

We had a great time staying in the marina. Everyone was very nice. The facilities were clean and within easy walking distance. Good restaurants and things to do within short driving distance It was less than a 2-hour drive for a day in Key West. One thing to make sure of is to call the marina to double check on your reservation. VRBO site had us booked and paid, but it didn't go through to the marina until after we checked in.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Jay P.

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

Quiet sleepy visit

Really enjoyed the comforts and quiet getaway We had very few neighbors during the weekdays
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Houseboat Stay

I stayed here with my spouse and parents and we had such a great time! Everything was well taken care of and the motion of the water was lovely! I ended up sleeping in one of the beds in the loft and was very comfortable. The first night we arrived it was rainy and I was worried it would feel cramp inside with 4 adults but it was great! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

FUN!

Lots of fun , different then just staying in a motel room, super staff, super clean, looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Aqua Villas at Mangrove Marina Resort

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Check-in time is between 3 PM - 5 PM
Late Check-in is available, please call the office for after hour check-in instructions
Minimum check-in age is 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Pets are allowed - you MUST contact the office directly to make arrangements at the time of booking or you may be denied access if you just 'show up' with a pet. There is a $75.00 pet fee and a $250.00 Pet Security deposit. Only 1 pet pet is allowed.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Boats and trailers have an additional charge and Must be requested at time of booking to verify availability.

Why they chose this property

"Welcome Aboard" as we say here at Mangrove Marina! Situated on the waterfront, we are only 60 miles from Miami, 8 miles from Key Largo and John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, 10 miles from Islamorada, the “Fishing Capitol of the US” and the Theater of the Sea Marine Mammal Park and scenic drive south on Overseas Hwy, 90 miles to Key West visiting the southernmost point of the US and the famous Duval Street and all of the activities.

What makes this property unique

Mangrove Marina Resort has full marina services including a heated pool, bath house with showers, toilets and laundry machines, a boat ramp, fuel dock, wet slips and trailer storage. Fin and Juice bar & lounge is on property providing great food and libations. There is complimentary WiFi in public areas and parking are also provided.

Getting around:
Public transportation is limited. Uber and cabs available. If you are looking to explore, renting a vehicle or boat is recommended.

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English

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