Location: Marathon, Marathon Area, Florida Keys, Florida, USA (50 Miles from Key West, 110 Miles from Miami Airport) View Map
Accommodations: Single Family House, 3 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
This was our family home for 6 years while our children were in middle and high school. This is where they learned to snorkel, dive, and fish. We were able to watch them go skiing, wakeboarding and tubing from our pool or seawall. My wife and I enjoyed kayaking and birdwatching.
This is a very comfortable, open house which is easy to live in and enjoy. Lots of natural light, all wood/tile floors. The sun porch has air conditioning, but windows open and are screened to allow enjoyment of the gulf breezes. The house has a great swimming pool where we spent many days and nights, floating in the pool with family or friends, enjoying the sun, the view, and the music from the outside stereo speakers. The stereo has a radio, CD player, and, if you bring an adaptor for your i-pod you can plug that in.
Marathon is in the heart of the Keys with outstanding fishing and diving. Numerous charter options are available for fishing, diving, and snorkeling. A number of boat/kayak rental companies are also available. Key West, with its abundant cultural, tourist, and nightlife activities, is a 1 hour drive. Marathon has a local community theater and cinema.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: Large capacity, front loading, high efficiency
- Dryer: Large capacity
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Up to 8 feet wide to side of carport
- Beds
- King Bed: Master bedroom
- Queen Bed (2) : Bedrooms 2 & 3
- Convertible Bed: Futon (double) in sunroom
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : 57 inch big screen, high definition TV in family room, TV in each bedroom
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool: Pool is not heated
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2) : Second full refrigerator/freezer in laundry room
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Dogs over 50 pounds on case by case basis. Pets must be housebroken and/or crate trained. Pet deposit required.
- Kid Friendly: House has a pool, and parents must assume responsibility for children's safety. Door to pool has alarm.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
12/19/2009-1/2/2010, 7/24-7/31/2010 $2300/week
1/2/2010 - 8/28/2010, $1800/week
8/28/2010 - 12/11/2010, $1440/week
$500 refundable security deposit
Please ask about possible last minute discount if < 30 days to rental
Pets allowed, fenced yard, $250 non-refundable pet deposit
All 2009 dates except Holidays above, please inquire about special rates
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Million Dollar View
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Marathon
I have vacationed in the Keys since I was a teenager. I passed on my love of the Keys to my wife and children on a family vacation, and we moved here for me to try a solo pulmonary practice. I'm glad I had the experience, but ultimately the job was not a good fit for me. Our family lived in this home while the children were in middle and high school. This home will always hold a special place in my heart.
The Unique Benefits at this Single Family House
We enjoyed tubing, skiing, and wakeboarding directly in front of our house. We went fishing all year round, both in the bay and in the ocean. We are very close to Vaca Cut for easy ocean access. If it's rough in the ocean, you can usually find a good place in the bay to fish. We loved going for lobster in the bay or by the bridges. Sombrero reef offers amazing diving and snorkeling, and we enjoyed going out on a bright sunny day, bringing a picnic lunch, and spending the afternoon there. Another favorite activity is going to the sandbar at low tide for an afternoon picnic (lots of boats, beer and music, but perfectly safe, PG rated fun for the whole family).
Owner's Map of Marathon
I am a Critical Care physician currently living and working near Charlotte, NC. I enjoy fishing, boating, and scuba diving. I have two college age children who have turned into truly fine young adults.
Property Photos
- View from pool - Marathon Vacation House Rental, Offers Snorkeling, Fishing, Tubing.
- Evening view - Marathon Vacation House Rental, Offers Snorkeling, Fishing, Tubing.
- A great place for water sports - Marathon Vacation House Rental, Offers Snorkeling, Fishing, Tubing.
- Bedroom 2
- Billiards anyone?
- Family room with amazing water view
- Great kitchen to cook in
- Master bedroom
- Large soaking tub in master bath
- Bedroom 3
- Street view
- Air Conditioned Sunroom
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