Vacation Rentals by Owner

Very Rest Filled Vacation!

Guest: Becky B.
Date of Stay: 01/28/12 Review Submitted: 02/08/12

My husband and I and two other couples just spent a week in this home and found it to be pretty nice. Very quiet neighborhood - residential area - so if you are looking for action look elswhere. Marathon was a five minute drive and we found many great restaurants to eat at. We enjoyed The Sunset Grill and Catch 53 the most. The pool and hot tub are small but functional and we enjoyed them everyday. The house is well stocked but could use a little organization in the kitchen area especially. It needs a deep cleaning and a few repairs. The screens in the porch are torn and patched with duct tape. Some of us were eaten alive by the noceeum bugs and people need to be forwarned about those nasty bugs.I am still itching!! By the time we tried bug spray to ward them off it was to late! There was also a funky sulfur smell by the water, that the neighbors said was caused by the buildup of "junk" and weeds at waters edge. It comes and goes I guess. We were wishing for a wind change so it would go! Overall, our experience was a positive one, but the house could use a little "tweaking". For me - it's in the details. The little things like working light bulbs and a sparkling clean kitchen would have made a better impression on all of us.

Owner response:Thanks! We immediately called our cleaning crew, who same day sent us pictures of a perfectly clean and well organized kitchen. We told the maintenance crew to replace any torn screens-apparently the prior renter poked a small hole in a porch screen, but did not tell us. We would not charge a renter-screens get torn all the time down there.We replace them as soon as it is pointed out to us. No see ums are not unique to this property, or the Keys, or to Florida--they are Everywhere. We leave Skin Sensations for our guests, and ask them to bring bug spray. We are very sorry you waited to use it. We honestly did not think we needed to warn anyone about bugs in Florida. We thought the bug spray on the porch table would send the message.

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Quando Quando!

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/14/12 Review Submitted: 02/28/12

When can we come back? This was the best vacation we ever had. The house has everything, all the way down to kayaks to enjoy in the waters surrounding the Casa. Fishing off the dock was fantastic, the egrets and Great Blue's came to visit every day, along with the many other colorful birds. The kitchen wants for nothing, the area of Marathon has everything you need in the way of services, while the house is tucked away on a quiet little waterfront street. Perfect!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Vacation Spot in the Keys

Guest: Ellis (Fairfax, VA)
Date of Stay: 12/03/11 Review Submitted: 02/26/12

Located on fabulous Morton Street on quiet Grassy Key, this well appointed home has everything you need to have a wonderful vacation in the Keys. We especially enjoyed watching sunsets on the screened in porch while having cocktails and sitting on the comfortable furniture. The beds are comfortable, the house is clean and well decorated with a kitchen fit for a gourmet. We fished and snorkeled right from the dock and loved the pool and spa. We'll definitely be back.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Vacation

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/23/11 Review Submitted: 02/24/12

This house is Awesome! We loved everything about it! Not just beautifully decorated but fully equipped with every item I could ever dream of of needing, it made our stay so much better. I can't say enough about this place and will make it a vacation destination for years to come! Location is wonderful and for the price we got more then excpected, Thank you so much for making this a vacation of our dreams!!

Owner response:Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the house. Please come back next year. We try very hard to make you want to return.

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“What a fun week.

Guest: K.M. (N.C.)
Date of Stay: 08/13/11 Review Submitted: 12/09/11

08/20/11 “What a fun week. Although this wasn’t our first keys trip, it was definitely one of best. Everyone loved the pool and hot tub- there wasn’t a day they were unused. Each day we enjoyed returning home. The house was perfect and well equipped. The beds were great- we never slept so well. Every evening we went to the end of the dock and watched/photographed sunsets, birds and fish. Awesome end to each day. “

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

AWESOME! AWESOME! AWESOME

Guest: girltripper (Gainesville, FL)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11 Review Submitted: 03/06/12

We have stayed at La Casa Habana every August for the past 8 years and absolutely love it. The house is very inviting and comfortable, the property is exquisite and the sunsets can't be beat. There is nothing to compare to whipping up an evening cocktail after a long day on the boat lobstering, going down to the end of the dock and sitting on the bench and watching the most fantastic sunsets ever! The pool is fantastic and so it the hot tub. We love this house and hope that David will have us back each and every year for a long time to come. Our family has grown up in this house and we all love coming back each year and reliving our memories. Thanks David and Aurielle! Linda Califf

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A week in Paradise!

Guest: Mellisa (Fort Mill, SC)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11 Review Submitted: 06/18/11

We stayed here last week. It was a beautiful and well stocked home. Enjoyed fishing off the dock. We caught many fish and ate them! It was very quiet there during our stay. Did not really see any other neighbors and that was fine with us! Also the care takers were very helpful and kind, giving us many great tips. If you stay here, you will not regret it. Be sure to have dinner at the Wreck and Grill just down the street. They have the BEST Key Lime pie!! We will be back!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Look no further...

Guest: Ginger (Lakeland, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10 Review Submitted: 07/28/10

If you are like me, and spend countless hours searching for the perfect place to spend your vacation, let me do you a favor and save you the time and energy by suggesting you book this property. My family has just returned from a week on Grassy Key, and had just a wonderful experience. The views from the kitchen, upstairs screened porch, and pool area below are so relaxing. We enjoyed fishing off the dock daily, and the sunsets were spectacular and not to be missed each evening. My kids had never kayaked before, and we enjoyed it so much that we are going to purchase a couple ourselves. We had some trouble with the wifi, and after contacting the caretakers-a computer tech came out and fixed the problem same day. Nearby charter fishing on the Marathon Lady was fun and provided lunch for the next day. We spent an afternoon/evening in Key West, which was about 1hr 15min away, and a beautiful drive all the way. One word of advice: get in your snorkeling/boating trips as soon as you can. The weather was windy the last few days, and the local snorkeling tours were cancelled because of it. But, that just gives us a reason to get back to the area as soon as we can! You will not be disappointed with this property!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect

Guest: AquaMan (Mississauga)
Date of Stay: 01/09/10 Review Submitted: 02/05/10

House was perfect. Stocked with just about everything you would need. Close to restaurants and grocery store. About 1.5 hours from Miami airport and Key West. Would stay again.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Had a great time!

Guest: Nancy B. (Kansas City, Kansas)
Date of Stay: 11/10/09 Review Submitted: 11/24/09

We loved the house. It was on a quiet street and the screened in porch was just fabulous. All the beds were comfortable and all rooms were very clean. We have two small children and the house was very easy to childproof and they loved playing on the porch. We enjoyed going to Sombrero Beach and Coco Plum Beach which were not very far away. It was pretty windy for most of our visit, so it was too chilly to swim in the pool, but the hot tub was wonderful both in the day and at night.

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Guest: Robert Bradley (London . United Kingdom)
Date of Stay: 05/12/09 Review Submitted: 05/12/09

Stayed at La Casa between 11th -18th April 2009. Had a fantastic week in this superb house. This is by far the most homely and well equipped rental property we have ever stayed in. Sitting on the covered porch with a long cold drink watching the sun go down over the Gulf was just perfect! The fish and bird life viewed from the dock was amazing- rays, tarpon, turtles, heron and iguana to name but a few. Would definitely visit again.

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Guest: R Roche (Grand Island, NY)
Date of Stay: 05/07/09 Review Submitted: 05/07/09

We just returned from having spent two terrific weeks at La Casa Habana. When we first walked in the house, I quickly realized that the photos couldn't do it justice. There is an immediate feeling that quickly invites your spirit to soar--throw down your bags, grab your swim suit and PLAY!! We played, relaxed, ate (the kitchen is great), watched TV/movies, laughed, played games, did puzzles, snorkled, kayaked, walked, rode bikes, napped (best beds!)----and that was our first day! I advise anyone considering a vacation in the Keys to look no further. Its all here, cozy and homey, clean and completely stocked with everything you need to feel at home. A great location,too. Grassy Key abounds with nature, unbothered by over-development and very peaceful. We booked our return for next year before leaving!!

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Guest: Moving Soon! (Hiawatha, Ks.)
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/03/09

Relaxing, Rejuvenating, Refreshing...That is only a start. The house is beautiful and well stocked for cooking at home if desired. The hot tub perfect for our Feb weeklong vacation. The kayaking was on my bucket list. Too cold and windy to snorkle. However, the best part of this vacation home was the view off the screened in porch in the early am as the world was waking up. Utter peace. We are planning to return with our children next year! Can't wait

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/08 Review Submitted: 11/28/08

We have stayed at other properies on Grassy Key. Our satisfaction with La Casa Habana can be summarized by: WoW! It was comlete in every way...from the kitchen utensils to the kayak, from the porch and pool furniture to the pool and spa. We enjoyed every second there. Great privacy and relaxation.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/01/08 Review Submitted: 06/01/08

We knew we would have a great vacation but it far exceeded our expectations. The house is great...everything you could want or need to have a great time. We had great weather and created so many fun memories. Cannot tell you enough how nice your home is and how welcoming it is with all of the amenities at your fingertips and the view is beautiful!! Thank You!!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/08 Review Submitted: 04/30/08

We had a wonderful week at beautiful La Casa Habana. The weather was perfect, 80's sunny. We filled it with lots of activities; snorkeling, kayaking, golfing, fishing, beaching, sea-doing. Grassy Key is perfectly located. Easy to take day trips either North or South. The house was magnificent! All the amenities of home, and MORE! We really enjoyed the pool, hot tub, hammock, and screen-in porch. We especially looked forward to watching the sunsets from the dock. We hope to come back some day!

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Guest: Kathy & Dave Bernstein_HAC87308 (Greenville, NC)
Date of Stay: 05/01/07 Review Submitted: 05/20/07

We just spent an absolutely incredible week in Grassy Key. You cannot find a better property to spend your vacation than renting La Casa Habana on Grassy Key. The house is stunning with every upgrade imaginable. My husband and father fished nonstop from sunup to sundown on the private pier. My sister, mother-in-law, father-in law, and I loved hanging out by the pool and sitting in the hot tub! We all enjoyed snorkeling right around the pier! We saw all sorts of wildlife including tons of different types of fish, sting rays, and even a manatee swam by! We also enjoyed a nightly ritual of sitting on the pier to watch the unbelievable sunset! This was truly a vacation that I will never forget. This is our 2nd time renting La Casa Habana and I can guarantee this will not be the last time.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/07 Review Submitted: 05/06/07

We had a wonderful stay in the keys. There are six in our family. Fishing from the dock was great and kept the three boys busy. Our daughter was happy by the pool. The house is great with beautiful views and on a very quiet street.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/06 Review Submitted: 09/24/06

A very lovely home and location is outstanding. Pool, whirlpool, dock and screened porch great. Everything you need for relaxing vacation. Bedrooms and baths on the small side but kitchen and living room more than made up for it!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/06 Review Submitted: 01/01/06

Truely enjoyed our stay. The property is beautiful - first rate! The pool, hottub and views are outstanding! I highly recommend this property.

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Guest: Dolores_HAC33785 (Baltimore, MD)
Date of Stay: 07/01/05 Review Submitted: 07/28/05

We enjoyed staying at your lovely home on our 3rd annual trip to the keys. We've stayed at other houses and they don't compare to the attention to detail as provided in your house. We enjoyed snorkeling and catching fish off the pier. The kids very much enjoyed the pool and sauna and our visits from the resident iguana. Thanks again and we look forward to returning.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/05 Review Submitted: 04/21/05

It's hard to believe that just last week we were basking by the gorgeous pool under the warm sun. At night soaking in the hot tub we enjoyed the brilliant starred sky. The Gulf of Mexico was a gorgeous green and so clear. We snorkled in it and enjoyed the wonder of the beautiful reef filled with colorful fish. We'll be back and recommend this house highly.

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Guest: Idy and Jim_HAC26214 (Media, PA)
Date of Stay: 03/24/05 Review Submitted: 03/24/05

FEB. 2005 This is our third winter (Feb/March) in Florida and it has been the best. We were told that the Keys would be slow moving and dull, but we have found it to be so much fun. We liked the Sat/Sun flea market on Pine Key (rt.1 on left after Key Deer Road...mm30=too far ), we enjoyed the Dolphin Center, and we LOVE quiet Morton Street. I adore every detail of the house and the fact that you can look at the blue/green water while doing the dishes. I did my pool exercises in the nice warm pool; we sat in the hot tub with freinds and talked; we looked at the fish at night. We have enjoyed reading in the hammock, reading by the pool, reading in the hot tub, reading on the dock and Jim loved watching the History Channel on the huge TV. Restaurants: In my opinion, the Quay was below average. The Islamorada Fish Company was great with the impressive World Wide Sportsman sporting goods store next door. Also in Islamaroda, the Lazy Days (going north, on the right side after the bridge and before the sporting goods store...set back) has good food and a great view. The Cracked Conch had good fried conch on the Caesar Salad and sandwich, but stay away from the Conch Fritters/Balls-bread and rubber. In Key West, Bagatelles had THE BEST chowder. Get a bowl!! Cabot's had a nice sunset view. Castaway......friends went and liked it. The Wreck is close by, yummy and friendly, and the Blue Heron was a pleasant surprise. More restaurant info later. I took the kayak out alone (use the center for 1 person) and did just fine. Friends came later and we kayaked up and down several times. The homes you see from the water are varied, and the people, if you see any, wave. Some visitors snorkeled next door. (The reef is out near their boats.) Bahia Honda, Sombrerro Beach and Curry Hammock Beach are all worth seeing. We went back to Key West several times; friends had to see the southern most point. Park at the Old Town Parking Garage, rt 1, right on Palm, follow P signs. It's on the left. Your ticket allows you to ride the transit all day...if you want. It's a lot cheaper than the Mallory Square parking. The glass bottom boat ride out of Key Largo was great, and you get to see or ride on the boat from the African Queen film. We visited friends in Key Largo and saw huge Manatee in their marina. The Island Fish Company in Marathon was also a fun place, and we managed to have some Cuban sandwiches. There is still lots more to do and see when we come back...and we will. Thanks

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Guest: Idy and Jim_HAC26214 (Media, PA)
Date of Stay: 03/01/05 Review Submitted: 03/23/05

FEB. 2005 This is our third winter (Feb/March) in Florida and it has been the best. We were told that the Keys would be slow moving and dull, but we have found it to be so much fun. We liked the Sat/Sun flea market on Pine Key (rt.1 on left after Key Deer Road...mm30=too far ), we enjoyed the Dolphin Center, and we LOVE quiet Morton Street. I adore every detail of the house and the fact that you can look at the blue/green water while doing the dishes. I did my pool exercises in the nice warm pool; we sat in the hot tub with freinds and talked; we looked at the fish at night. We have enjoyed reading in the hammock, reading by the pool, reading in the hot tub, reading on the dock and Jim loved watching the History Channel on the huge TV. Restaurants: In my opinion, the Quay was below average. The Islamorada Fish Company was great with the impressive World Wide Sportsman sporting goods store next door. Also in Islamaroda, the Lazy Days (going north, on the right side after the bridge and before the sporting goods store...set back) has good food and a great view. The Cracked Conch had good fried conch on the Caesar Salad and sandwich, but stay away from the Conch Fritters/Balls-bread and rubber. In Key West, Bagatelles had THE BEST chowder. Get a bowl!! Cabot's had a nice sunset view. Castaway......friends went and liked it. The Wreck is close by, yummy and friendly, and the Blue Heron was a pleasant surprise. More restaurant info later. I took the kayak out alone (use the center for 1 person) and did just fine. Friends came later and we kayaked up and down several times. The homes you see from the water are varied, and the people, if you see any, wave. Some visitors snorkeled next door. (The reef is out near their boats.) Bahia Honda, Sombrerro Beach and Curry Hammock Beach are all worth seeing. We went back to Key West several times; friends had to see the southern most point. Park at the Old Town Parking Garage, rt 1, right on Palm, follow P signs. It's on the left. Your ticket allows you to ride the transit all day...if you want. It's a lot cheaper than the Mallory Square parking. The glass bottom boat ride out of Key Largo was great, and you get to see or ride on the boat from the African Queen film. We visited friends in Key Largo and saw huge Manatee in their marina. The Island Fish Company in Marathon was also a fun place, and we managed to have some Cuban sandwiches. There is still lots more to do and see when we come back...and we will. Thanks so much for making this little piece of paradise available to others. Idy and Jim (Pennsylvania)

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Guest: Dave Bernstein_HAC20987 (Greenville, NC)
Date of Stay: 11/01/04 Review Submitted: 11/28/04

We’ve returned from a PERFECT vacation at your place on Grassy Key! We were all extremely impressed with the lengths y’all go to as rental owners to make things go smoothly and a vacation even better. My father-in-law and I caught so many snapper that my hands still hurt. Kathy and her sister Connie had a great 30th birthday and all of the ladies spent a lot of time in the pool and hot tub. I’ve snorkeled in the Virgin Islands, Hawaii, and US east coast and snorkeling under the neighbors dock is VERY comparable!!! We’re already talking about another trip! Thank you VERY MUCH!!!

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Guest: Brian_HAC19781 (Southampton England)
Date of Stay: 10/01/04 Review Submitted: 10/20/04

2 weeks in October04..forget all the gloom about hurricanes..keys are beautiful, plenty of sun and warmth!..House, amenities, dock, pool..all first rate..go and enjoy!!

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Guest: Hollis & Linda Califf_HAC18113 (Gainesville, FL)
Date of Stay: 09/01/04 Review Submitted: 09/07/04

This was our first time to Grassy Key, but we have rented in the lower keys for 18 years (Big Pine). This house was absolutely fantastic. We caught more lobster in 4 days (Charley chased us out) than we have in 5 years - ALL WITHIN 1 MILE OF DOCK!. Fantastic sunsets, great pool and extra comfy beds! The best ever - and Dave & Lynn are fantastic as well. Can't wait until next year.

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Guest: Tamara_HAC18081 (Spartanburg, SC)
Date of Stay: 09/01/04 Review Submitted: 09/06/04

Great house! Fantastic sunsets! Excellent fishing from the lighted dock. This was our third trip to the Grassy Key area and the best yet. We have re-booked this house for 2005. This house is everything you could want in a vacation home and more.

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Guest: Erin_HAC15302 (Ringgold, GA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/04 Review Submitted: 07/18/04

The house is beautiful, and really made our vacation extra special! The pool and hot tub are a perfect addition, we watched the sunset from them often. We can't wait untill we can go back!

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Guest: DONNA OELSCHLEGAL_HAC12526 (MOUNTAIN CENTER,CA)
Date of Stay: 05/01/04 Review Submitted: 05/11/04

DEFINITE LUXURY,IT'S EVERTHING THAT YOU COULD WANT FOR A VACATION HOME. VERY COMFORTABLE AND THE VIEWS ARE INCREDIBLE. FISHING OFF THE DOCK IS FANTASTIC. LOOKING FORWARD TO GOING BACK.

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