CANAL VIEW of Vacation Rental Cottage with concrete Step Down dock
Location: Key Colony Beach, Marathon Area, Florida Keys, Florida, USA (Key Colony Beach Middle Keys; 100 mi. from Miami - MM53.5) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-7)
Keywords: Single-Family, Ground Level, Spacious, Large Rooms, Remodeled, Clean, Private, Quiet, Relaxing, Comfortable Beds, Home away from Home
NOW BOOKING for Spring/Summer...2012. This "Tropical Island Paradise" is a great private and spacious (over 2,000 sq. ft. living space) single-family ground level vacation rental -- "perfect for two couples or two small families to share". This property is located in the Island Village of Key Colony Beach. Within walking distance to fine dining, post office, 9-hole golf course, tennis and world class charter boat fleet. One block from the beautiful Sunset Park on the ocean. Cabana Club Membership (Beach/Pool) and Boat Dock included in all rentals.
Sleeping arrangements are 2 KING beds + sofas and roll-away. This home has 2 separate King Bedroom Suites - one at either end of home. This home is SMOKE-FREE and CLEAN ! No Pets. Sleeps 4 - 7.
The LARGE LANAI has a family room/dining room and overlooks a sun deck and the water (canal). The deck is a comfortable spot to enjoy any meal or morning coffee while viewing great sunrises. In the afternoon, enjoy a pina colada! Deck is shady and breezy on hot afternoons. We are located on the water - a 5 min. boat ride thru our 100' canal that leads to the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. This house includes a boat dock with fish cleaning table and barbecue grill, along with a sun deck and comfortable chairs. High-speed wireless internet included.
This vacation rental is a one hour drive to Key West or Key Largo and two hours from Miami. All rentals include a temporary membership to the Cabana Club, a private ocean/beach club with pool, hot tub, and beach. The Club is within walking distance. A one block walk to Sunset Park! Come join us and Recharge your batteries! Street Address: 340 12th Street, KCB
This property is well MAINTAINED and OWNER managed. (SEE OUR GUEST REVIEWS). New flat-screen TV in bedroom 2011. New Fridge 2011. You will come back year after year as many of my guests do. The islands of the Keys are the Best Kept Secret in the U.S. Bring your boat - rent a boat and enjoy fishing, diving or snorkeling minutes from shore - no need to travel far.
Why travel out of the United States when you can get "island living" on the Florida Keys? Come, Relax under a palm tree and enjoy all the Keys have to offer.
Fishing/Diving/Snorkeling just off shore or rent or bring bicycle and tour Key Colony & Marathon. Walk or Bike a section of the old 7-Mile Bridge. Drive 45 miles to Key West and spend a day shopping/eating/drinking on Duval Street. Stay to watch the Sunset.
Sunset Park is 1 block away; the Cabana Club Beach is 8 blocks away; Sombrero Beach is 5 miles away; and Bahia Honda Beach is appx 10 miles from Marathon. Small remote beaches.
Bring your Boat or rent a boat and tour the island, the reefs, go fishing, snorkeling or diving - all within few miles of Carole's Cottage. World Class Charter Boats go out daily and are located within a mile of the house.
Relax on the back deck - enjoy a drink or a meal - quiet peaceful neighborhood on canal. Enjoy the wildlife - iguanas, white heron, pelicans, ibis and much more.
3 Restaurants within walking distance - many more in Marathon.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : central air in main house - large unit on lanai plus ceiling fans
- Linens Provided : Exception: Beach Towels
- Washer : Laundry room
- Dryer : washer/dryer inside cottage
- Off Street Parking : Room for 3 - 4 vehicles
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Room for your boat trailer - next to garage (on grass)
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : Bedrooms located at each end of this home for privacy. New flat-screen TV in one bedroom
- Twin/Single Bed : Twin fold-a-way bed (children).
- Convertible Bed (2) : hide a bed queen sleep sofa in living room roll-a-way twin single in closet
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : New Flat Screen in Bedroom w/Cable
- DVD
- Shared Pool : Gorgeous olympic size pool and beach at Cabana Club included in all rentals
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : NEWLY REMODELED - 2005 dishwasher, microwave, dishes, pots/pans, etc. fully equipped. NEW FRIDGE 2011.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Everything you need to cook.
- Refrigerator : NEW FRIDGE FALL, 2011 Bait Freezer in Laundry Room
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Deck with chaise lounge and comfortable chairs. Table and 4 chairs for eating on deck.
- Lanai : Air Conditioned large glass sun porch overlooks the water AND PALM TREES.....family room/dining room- beautifully furnished with Lexington's Weekend Retreat furniture (large round lazy-susan table and 6 chairs).
- View/Location
- Ocean View : we get a "glimpse" from our front door - can see boats go by -- We are only one block from Sunset Park on Ocean. We provide Cabana Club membership for all our guests - beach, pool.
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : On Canal - 1 block from ocean
- Water View : Enjoy 100 ft. wide canal view from Lanai and Deck - Easy access via boat to Gulf and Ocean
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet : Computer Desk for your use.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- CLEAN, Owner Managed, Central Air, Heat, Fully equipped Kitchen, Fish-cleaning Table, Boat Dock - up to 38'boat, Sun deck, Lanai overlooking water, Bait Freezer, Pool/Beach & Hot Tub at Cabana Club included, Airport (Marathon)2 miles, SMOKE-FREE AND CLEAN with ceramic tile throughout....and MUCH MORE.......Rooms are large - Beds are comfortable - Beautifully decorated and practical - Quiet Peaceful neighborhood - No DUPLEX units on12th Street - it is one of the best streets on our island (if not the BEST). Walking distance to Key Colony Inn, Sparky's and Cabana Breezes (the 3 restaurants on the island). Bring your bike (or rent a bike) to ride on the many bike paths nearby. Close to Publix, Sombrero Beach, Bahia Honda Beach, Big Pine Key Deer, Marathon (many restaurants/shops, etc.).
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : ground level with 2 steps to front door wide hallway
- Kid Friendly : Kids are welcome.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 25 or older
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking in outdoor areas only please.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Shelling
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Beaches, Walking, Biking, Golfing, Reefs - Snorkeling, Diving, Fishing, Relaxing, Antiquing in Key West.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
BOOKED from December 17, 2011 - April 21, 2012...........
April 21 - June 11,2012 $1500/week
June 11 - Sept.11,2012 $1700/week
Sept. 12 - December - FALL - discounted at $1300/week
Christmas/New Years Weeks $1975 WINTER WEEKS: $1875 or $5625/month
PLUS 12.5% Florida Sales Tax & $400 Security Deposit Required.
**Note this Property Is a Single Family Home - Not a Duplex**
Above Rates For Up To 4 Guests; 6 Guests - Max. $35/wk per add'l guest
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Private Home - with Dock and Cabana Club Large 2 Bedroom/2 BA
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Key Colony Beach
WE CHOSE TO BUY ON KEY COLONY BEACH IN 1998 (A 1/2 DUPLEX UNIT - LATER BOUGHT SECOND 1/2 AND IN 2004 PURCHASED OUR CURRENT RENTAL COTTAGE ON 12TH STREET) BECAUSE WE LOVED THE AREA SO MUCH. WE LOVE THE FACT THAT IF WE CHOOSE TO, WE CAN DRIVE TO THE KEYS AND GET AWAY TO THE "ISLANDS" OR WE CAN FLY INTO MIAMI, RENT A CAR AND DRIVE 100 MILES TO OUR HOME THERE. WE LOVE THE MIDDLE KEYS AS OPPOSED TO KEY WEST, BUSIER AND MORE CONGESTED - THO A FUN PLACE TO "VISIT". THE FISHING IS THE "BEST" JUST OFF SHORE AS IS THE SNORKELING/DIVING. WE CHOSE THE KEYS FOR THE WEATHER. KEY COLONY IS UNIQUE IN THAT IT IS A "CITY" WITH GOVERNING BODY AND A POLICE FORCE, SEPARATE FROM MARATHON AND REST OF KEYS. KEY COLONY BEACH IS AN ISLAND JUST OFF U.S.1 ON THE
OCEAN SIDE. IT IS MOSTLY RESIDENTIAL, QUIET, WELL MAINTAINED, HAS THREE RESTAURANTS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE, A GOLF COURSE, CHARTER BOATS AND BEACHES. WHAT'S NOT TO LIKE HERE? COME SEE FOR YOURSELF........
The Unique Benefits at this House
OUR HOME IS PRIVATE, SINGLE-FAMILY, 2 LARGE BEDROOMS, 2 LARGE BATHS, 2100 SQ. FT. OPEN LIVING SPACE PLUS A DECK, BOAT DOCK, AND MEMBERSHIP TO THE CABANA CLUB (BEACH, POOL). WE KEEP OUR HOME AND YARD UP FOR OUR GUESTS. YOU WILL FIND OUR HOME CLEAN, COMFORTABLE, PLEASANTLY DECORATED AND A GOOD PLACE TO RELAX, READ, FISH OFF THE DOCK, OR DO NOTHING!! SUNSET PARK IS ONE BLOCK FROM OUR HOME WITH GORGEOUS SUNSETS. YOU MAY BRING YOUR BOAT AND KEEP IT AT OUR DOCK (UP TO 38') OR RENT A BOAT IF YOU CHOOSE. HOME SITS ON A CANAL THAT LEADS TO GULF/OCEAN, A SHORT 5 MIN. BOAT RIDE TO EITHER. IT FEELS LIKE "HOME" WITH MANY COMFORTS. INTERNET ACCESS, FULLY FURNISHED KITCHEN, BED LINENS, TOWELS AND MUCH MORE........... COME AS YOU ARE............ENJOY THE MILD TEMPERATURE AND PALM TREES IN THE DEAD OF WINTER.
Owner's Map of Key Colony Beach
WE LIVE IN KENTUCKY WHERE WE RUN A SMALL, FAMILY BUSINESS IN LOUISVILLE WITH OUR SON. WE HAVE VISITED THE KEYS REGULARLY SINCE 1994 AND PURCHASED OUR FIRST RENTAL UNIT ON KEY COLONY BEACH IN 1998. WE LOVE THE LAID-BACK ATMOSPHERE, THE OUTDOOR RESTAURANTS ON THE WATER, FISHING, SNORKELING/DIVING, THE HISTORY, THE PARKS, THE FLOWERS, VISITING KEY WEST AND THE OTHER KEYS. WE LOVE THE WEATHER, THE BLUE SKY, THE GREEN WATER, THE SUNSETS. WE TRAVEL TO THE KEYS 4 OR MORE TIMES EACH YEAR TO MAINTAIN OUR HOME/YARD AND OF COURSE, TO "PLAY" THERE. WE KEEP OUR BOAT BEHIND OUR HOME AND ENJOY CATCHING AND EATING FRESH MAHI MAHI, GROUPER, SNAPPER.
WE ENJOY DOING NOTHING, SITTING ON BACK DECK ALONG CANAL ENJOYING A PINA COLADA OR COFFEE OR WHATEVER. WE ENJOY GRILLING OUR FRESH CATCH ON THE DECK.
Property Photos
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- CANAL VIEW of Vacation Rental Cottage with concrete Step Down dock - Key Colony Beach, FL - Florida Vacation Rental - In the Florida Keys near Marathon!
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- LANAI FAMILY ROOM overlooking the water - Key Colony Beach, FL - Florida Vacation Rental - In the Florida Keys near Marathon!
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- LANAI DINING ROOM overlooking deck and water - Seats 6. - Key Colony Beach, FL - Florida Vacation Rental - In the Florida Keys near Marathon!
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- STREET VIEW - CAROLE'S COTTAGE
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- KING BED - with Private Bath -- Large Closet. Water view/Sunrise view.
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- KING BED with Private Bath, Large Closet.
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- LIVING ROOM - TV, DVD, Wireless Internet, Queen Sleep Sofa
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- EAT-IN KITCHEN - Seats 3. Fully furnished - dishwasher - microwave - ice maker
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- SUNSET PARK - One block from cottage - Sip wine & watch the Sunset.
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- Visit the secluded beaches of BAHIA HONDA
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- CABANA CLUB MEMBERSHIP INCLUDED - Beach, Bar, Food, Entertainment
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- STEP-DOWN BOAT DOCK INCLUDED - Up to 38' Boat - Fish Cleaning Table
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- SOMBRERO BEACH (MARATHON)
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- FISHING for Mahi Mahi just offshore
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- Relax - Sip your favorite beverage on deck overlooking the water and palm trees
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- ESCAPE.........Come as you are...............Relax under a palm tree!
Traveler Reviews (17)
A single family home, not a duplex-love it!
Guest: brash
(Michigan)
Date of Stay: 12/01/06
Review Submitted: 07/01/07
We have stayed in this home three times and love it! It's much nicer to stay in a single-family home versus a duplex! You really have your privacy. The sunroom offers extra space and your group will have plenty of room. Fishing off the dock is always fun. It's a close walk to Sunset Beach. We feel at home and we have everything we need. The Cabana Club is wonderful! Carole is very accommodating and answers questions right away. We hope to come back every year!
Owner response:This review - from a wonderful Michigan family of 6 - who we were fortunate to meet on one of our trips to the Keys - they have spent their Christmas Vacations at our home for 4 years. They are the "perfect" guests who take good care of your property as they own rental property on Lake Michigan and manage it themselves as I do.
Recommended for:
A Wonderful Stay
Guest: Esteban & Diana
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Date of Stay: 07/05/11
Review Submitted: 11/23/11
We had a wonderful stay here at the "Cottage". Key Colony Beach is a cute little community. The kids loved the owls and the iguanas. thank you. Miami, FL
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Mini Lobster Week on the Keys
Guest: Felicia, Philip, Gloria, Catherine, DJ and Justin
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Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 11/23/11
Our week went by very fast! We had such a fun time. The house is very nice and comfortable. We would return to this home anytime. Thank you so much Carole. Stuart, FL
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Month of January
Guest: Steve & Debbie
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Date of Stay: 01/03/11
Review Submitted: 11/23/11
Wonderful to avoid the hard Ohio winter in the sunshine and balmy breezes at Carole's Cottage! Fishing was good. The house is most comfortable - love the bed! House would be perfect for two couples to share. Sunset Park was a daily priority - we met nice, interesting people who probably will remail friends. We hope to return soon. Dublin, Ohio
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Month of February
Guest: Martha & Tom
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Date of Stay: 01/29/11
Review Submitted: 11/23/11
We had another amazing month here wintering at Carole's Cottage. It was the perfect place to get away from Ontario's cold and snow! The weather was 75 every day with balmy, humid evenings -- tank top and shorts : ).....We love Key Colony Beach and we were very comfortable in our home away from home...will be back next year. Canada
Recommended for:
Spring Break
Guest: Kim, Kim, Elise & Jenny
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Date of Stay: 03/26/11
Review Submitted: 11/23/11
The Keys hold a special place in our hearts. This is our 3rd time to rent on Key Colony Beach and our first time at "Carole's Lovely Cottage". The house was terrific - quiet and a very well-equipped kitchen. We had a great week in the sun; Bahia Honda & Sombrero Beaches; snorkeling; day trip to Key West; Theatre of the Sea and relaxing on the back deck. Your home is very comfortable and our stay made for a relaxing retreat from our busy schedules. thank you, Jacksonville, FL
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Quiet, Relaxing, Perfect
Guest: Lori
(Springfield, IL)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11
Review Submitted: 11/18/11
Our family, which includes our 21 yr old son, stayed at Carole's Cottage Nov 11-17th. The home is very well appointed, fully stocked, clean, and comfortable. Just about everything you could possibly need is provided. The home is all on one level which was a good choice for us. There is a great amount of living space, and that great outdoor deck on the canal which was so relaxing in the evenings. The Key Colony Beach community is very quiet, safe, and homey...just what we were looking for. Everything we wanted to do and see was just a short walk or drive away. We were there primarily to go shark fishing, and that was a great sucess thanks to Captain Chris Johnson at Sea Squared Fishing Charters. We also enjoyed the laid back casual dining experiences at Sparky's, Leigh Ann's Coffee House, and Cabana Breezes right there in KCB. Sparky's is great for catching the sporting events and enjoying a great meal. The Cabana Club is also very nice with the pool, beach, and pier access right there so close. Sunset Beach was also a great perk so close by, only a short block's walk. Key Colony Beach and Marathon area are perfect to access both upper and lower keys attractions. We especially enjoyed 7 mile bridge, Sunset Grill at the bridge, the Turtle Hospital, Bahia Honda State Park and the old Flagler RR bridge, Big Pine Key area, and No Name Pub. We also drove on down to Key West, and stopped in at Sloppy Joe's. Pedicab drivers are helpful in getting around Duval Street and the Hemingway House. We loved our experience at Carole's Cottage. We found it very easy to arrange and book our stay there. If you are looking for a similar experience, this is the place!
Owner response:I was pleasantly surprised to find this "excellent" unsolicited review on Homeaway. "The home is very well appointed, fully stocked, clean, and comfortable." "Just about everything you could possibly need is provided." "We loved our experience at Carole's Cottage." "We found it very easy to arrange and book our stay there. If you are looking for a similar experience, this is the place!"
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Loved our stay..........
Guest: Jay and Lee
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Date of Stay: 12/22/10
Review Submitted: 09/22/11
Bed very comfortable, clean, quiet and convenient to shopping & beaches. Loved Baracuda Grill and Spanish Gardens in Islamorada. Safe and clean. We will definitely be back for more Key Colony fun! Thanks and Happy New Year to all....xoxo
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Carole's Cottage
Guest: Corky
(Louisville,Kentucky)
Date of Stay: 05/23/11
Review Submitted: 06/15/11
We had a lovely vacation at your home. Fished every morning with coffee on the canal. Lovely walks to the Cabana Club. Your cottage was very spacious,warm and we felt like we were at home. The Sunset Park was lovely to view the ocean at sunset. We enjoyed the ability to access all the Florida Keys from your location and the eating establishments you recommended were excellent. We will return. Thank you for a wonderful relaxing vacation.
Owner response:My guests seem to love the "layout" of the house -- perfect for two couples - it has 2 King bedrooms each with private bath - one at each end of house with a large living space in between. Being ground-level, it is accessible for everyone with no steps to climb. We are located a block from Sunset Park. Our location in middle Keys is convenient to Key West, Key Largo and every Key in between. The Cabana Club is a big PLUS - a private club with access to the beach and pool - within walking or bicycle riding distance. The Keys are loaded with outdoor restaurants, each with different views of the Gulf and Atlantic Ocean and ALL with FRESH SEAFOOD. And, perhaps BEST OF ALL - just a couple miles offshore there are fantastic reefs to explore.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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