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Manatee Bay - 5 Bdr-Sleeps 12+ Special Lower Fall Rates

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View of Tidal Pool, Heated Pool, Dock and Ocean

View of Tidal Pool, Heated Pool, Dock and Ocean Waterside of Manatee Bay House -  Pool & Patio Front of Manatee Bay Tidal Pool and View View from Large Screened Porch King Master Suite King Master Suite

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Last updated: 04/30/2013
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  • Minimum stay:7 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:Yes
  • Wheel chair accessible:Yes

Imagine gazing across a large, sparkling swimming pool to see a natural in-ground aquarium... big enough to swim in, and filled with tropical fish. The dock accommodates large boats drawing 5' + and you have instant access to Florida Bay, the Gulf and the Atlantic. The sunset views here are endless, and defy description. These waters are considered some of the finest sport fishing grounds in the entire world.
This home sits on over almost 3 sprawling acres of prime landscaped property in a premiere area. Ten minutes north of Marathon, and only 15 minutes drive from Islamorada, Grassy Key is a sleepy little village of waterfront home on large estate properties, very private and quiet, far from the seasonal madness. The house is large and can handle big groups easily with 5 bedrfooms and 2 Sleeper sofas. For Larger Groups - 2 other houses on same streeet - a 4 bedroom and 6 Bedroom. Total capacity 40 people.
Marthon City Lic #PLR2012-00378


Entering the property from its Morton Street entry, one is greeted by tropical flowering plants and majestic palm trees; the long meandering driveway winds past a tennis court to the grand house.
This immaculate home features a large kitchen with custom cabinets and granite counter tops, a large TV room with Big screen TV and a large, airy great room which opens to a spacious screened patio beside the heated pool. The Main level has 2 wings; one wing has a very private master suite with king size bed and the other wing has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. One with a King size bed and bath, 1 with a queen and double beds and 1 with 2 twin beds and a shared bath. The third master suite with king size bed, sits atop a natural wood staircase and offers the most stunning views of all. This suite has its own private screened porch.

Amenities:: Heated Pool, Dock with Electric and Water, Gas Grill, Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen, Washer and Dryer, Hair Dryer, High Speed Wireless Internet, Free USA long Distance, Big Screen TV with Satellite, DVD, Whole house (inside and out) Stereo, Central A/C and Heat, Tennis/Basketball Court.

Property Type

  • House
  • 3800 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

      • Vacation Rental

      Onsite Services

          • Housekeeper Optional

          Suitability

          • Long-Term Renters Welcome
          • Pets Not Allowed
          • Suitable For Elderly Or Infirm
          • Non Smoking Only:

            Smoking Outside the house....morecollapse

          • Wheelchair Accessible:

            One King Suite has roll-in shower, and grab bars around Toilet. Call for additional details...morecollapse

          • Children Welcome:

            Private Tennis/Baksteball court, Large Yard...morecollapse

          • Limited Accessibility:

            4 of 5 bedrooms on first floor. Floor is Tiled and door ways wide enough to handle wheel chair. Concrete walk way from drive to front door, small lip (no stairs) to enter house....morecollapse

          • Minimum Age Limit For Renters:

            Must be 25 or older....morecollapse

          • Pets Considered

          Bedrooms

          • 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14
          • Bedroom 1
          • 1 king
          • Bedroom 2
          • 1 king
          • Bedroom 3
          • 1 king
          • Bedroom 4
          • 1 queen, 1 double
          • Bedroom 5
          • 2 twin/ single
          • Details:

            We also have a pack and play and high chairs available at no additional charge. We have 2 Queen sleep sofas - one in the separate den/TV room and one in the family room...morecollapse

          Bathrooms

          • 4.0 Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1
          • toilet, shower
          • in suite
          • Bathroom 2
          • toilet, shower
          • in suite
          • Bathroom 3
          • toilet, combination tub/shower, jetted tub
          • in suite
          • Bathroom 4
          • toilet, combination tub/shower
          • Shared

          Other Amenities

              • Private Tennis court with Basketball hoop

              Entertainment

              • Books For Kids
              • Radio
              • Games
              • Satellite / Cable:

                Direct TV Service with Movie Channels...morecollapse

              • Books
              • Television
              • Stereo
              • Books For Adults
              • Games For Kids
              • DVD Player
              • CD Player

              Theme

              • Family
              • Luxury

              Attractions

              • Library
              • Restaurants
              • Churches
              • Marina
              • Live Theater
              • Health/Beauty Spa
              • Reefs
              • Cinemas
              • Museums

              Leisure Activities

              • Wildlife Viewing
              • Walking
              • Eco Tourism
              • Boating
              • Sight Seeing
              • Shopping
              • Outlet Shopping

              local services and businesses

              • ATM/Bank
              • Groceries
              • Fitness Center
              • Laundromat
              • Massage Therapist
              • Medical Services
              • Babysitter
              • Hospital

              Location Type

              • Oceanfront
              • Waterfront
              • Near The Ocean

              sports and adventure activities

              • Snorkeling/Diving
              • Water Skiing
              • Basketball Court
              • Snorkeling
              • Deepsea Fishing
              • Tennis
              • Fishing
              • Sailing
              • Wind-Surfing
              • Parasailing
              • Cycling
              • Swimming
              • Jet Skiing
              • Sound/Bay Fishing
              • Hiking
              • Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
              • Golf
              • Kayaking

              Arrival Day

                  • Saturday

                  Dining

                  • Dining Room
                  • Child's Highchair

                  General

                  • Hair Dryer
                  • Heating
                  • Wood Fireplace
                  • Sofa Bed
                  • Basic Soaps
                  • Alarm Clock
                  • Broadband Access
                  • Internet
                  • Telephone
                  • Parking Off Street
                  • Washing Machine
                  • Linens Provided
                  • Wireless Internet
                  • Free Long Distance
                  • Toilet Paper
                  • Clothes Dryer
                  • Laundry Soap
                  • Ceiling Fans
                  • Towels Provided
                  • Water Cooler
                  • Air Conditioning
                  • Fireplace
                  • Paper Towels
                  • Iron & Board
                  • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer

                  house cleaning

                      • Housekeeper Optional

                      Kitchen

                      • Ice Maker
                      • Cooking Utensils
                      • Grill
                      • Stove
                      • Oven
                      • Toaster
                      • Kitchen
                      • Dishwasher
                      • Refrigerator
                      • Lobster Pot
                      • Microwave
                      • Blender
                      • Pantry Items
                      • Coffee Maker

                      Outside

                      • Barbecue
                      • Fish Cleaning Table
                      • Deck / Patio
                      • Boat Dock
                      • Bicycles
                      • Patio
                      • Screen Porch / Veranda
                      • Beach Towels
                      • Outdoor Grill
                      • Balcony
                      • Lanai / Gazebo
                      • Outdoor Grill Gas
                      • Porch / Veranda

                      Payment Type

                      • Mastercard
                      • Discover
                      • Visa

                      Pool / Spa

                      • Outdoor Pool
                      • Heated Pool
                      • Private Pool
                       

                      Reviews

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                      • Great Property

                        Great Property

                        • Guest "Maniac"
                        • Date of stay 02/04/12
                        • Review Submitted 02/17/12
                        Eleven of us from Maine stayed at Manatee Bay from 2/4/12 to 2/11/12 and had a wonderful time. We are all in the 50 - 65 age range, and enjoy having fun and getting away from the cold weather. The property is even better than the pictures indicate. The kitchen is well-equipped and there was plenty of room for everyone and everything. There is an extra refrigerator in the laundry room which proved very handy for storing all of our cold beverages. The pool is heated and is the perfect temperature. While we didn't have perfect weather, we managed to get in enough sun to enjoy the pool daily. Although there are properties on both sides, this location is still very private - it was like we had Grassy Key to ourselves. The owners were very pleasant to deal with, and the local property managers, Doug and Donna, couldn't have been nicer. It's only about 5 miles to the grocery store (Publix), and there are plenty of other retail locations in Marathon, as well as bars and restaurants. We wouldn't hesitate to go back or to recommend it to others.

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

                        Owner response: Thank you so much for your review. We are so glad you had a good time and that the house meet your expectations. We hope you will return in the future.

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/3

                      • Stunning Place

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                        Stunning Place

                        • Guest Andrew
                        • Date of stay 09/24/11
                        • Review Submitted 11/16/11
                        Andrew wrote on our Facebook page: "Spent a week here in September...The photos are great, but they can't do it justice! It's just a stunning place. "

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2

                      • Awesome Time was had by all

                        Awesome Time was had by all

                        • Guest Sarah O
                        • Date of stay 08/20/11
                        • Review Submitted 10/11/11
                        If I could give you 10 stars I would... I can't tell you what a great time we all had. It's a gorgeous house. That view from upstairs is out of this world. We had great new furniture. One of the dishwashers was broke, but the working one was all we needed anyway. We enjoyed the tennis courts repeatedly. We are already planning our next trip. (I can not wait)

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

                        Owner response: We are so glad your group enjoyed your stay at Manatee Bay. We look forward to your return.

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 4/5

                      • Very Disappointing

                        Very Disappointing

                        • Guest Frequent Keys Renter
                        • Date of stay 07/02/11
                        • Review Submitted 10/03/11
                        We are frequent Keys renters and stayed at this location July 2011. The home was in a good location, but in serious disrepair. We payed more than our usual amount for the rental based on the pictures and description given. When we arrived, we were very disappointed to find an old cracked tennis court with a shredded net, an algea enfested tidal pool with a clogged fountain and no visibility, and an interior that had not been maintained. A few of the things that were not working were, sliding glass door, dishwasher, lights, ceiling fan, and fountain. There was an electrical box hanging out of the wall as well as electrical sockets and a smoke detector. A mirrored closet door was held together with duct tape. The upstairs bedroom could only be discribed as dingy at best. The pool had been shocked the morning we got there and we were not informed. It was not usable for 3 days. When we called the owner with our concerns, we were told we could leave. One family came from Georgia, so that was not an option. Bottom line is that the word "luxury" should in no way be used to describe this property.

                        Owner response: I will be the first to admit we have a few problems with the house. It’s a very popular house and only been down for 12 days since January. We try hard to maintain it in good condition without disturbing the renters. We are working with a biologist for the tidal pool who says some algae is good for the pool because it helps oxygenate the water and makes it clearer. Great care needs to be taken in order to not damage the eco-system. He suggested; manual removal of algae then treatment. We have spent 160 man hours pulling the algae out and have added chemicals to kill some of the algae. The chemicals remove oxygen from the water killing the algae but can also kill the fish. During the times when we are treating with chemicals the dead algae floats to the surface causing the pool to have limited visibility but does not smell nor is it infested with mosquitoes or bugs. The short time during change over is too short to accomplish a lot but we try just about every week. We were aware of some of the issues mentioned. The 20 ft wall of sliding glass doors slides from both ends, one end does not slide smoothly so we asked that it be used. One of the two dishwashers in the kitchen was very noisy so we again asked that it not be used. The cracked mirrored door was taped for safety reasons. We have replaced this door. The net on the tennis court was not shredded it only had openings where the net pulled away from the top band. The net was repaired and a new one ordered. For the other items I offered to have our maintenance people come over right away but they did not want us in the house. My property manager went over the next day and changed the light bulbs and used the correct remote with the ceiling fan. He also attended to the electrical box and wall socket and put a new battery in the smoke detector (previous renter had pulled it partly off the ceiling because it was beeping). Regrettably they were missed during our change over check. The pool is shocked every week on change over. We only use shock which allows swimming after an hour. The property manager also re-shocked the pool after the renter complained of it being cloudy when they arrived. It was clear by the next day. The renter asked for a large reduction in the rent. I felt that nothing I did was going to make her happy except give her, her money back and let her stay for free. So I told her she could leave and I would refund the money for the remainder of her stay

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 9/13

                      • Great Vacation April 2011

                        Great Vacation April 2011

                        • Guest jimmy
                        • Date of stay 04/23/11
                        • Review Submitted 07/03/11
                        We had two families with kids to stay here late April 2011 and our vacation experience was perfect. The owner was good to work with and her local staff was very helpful. The home is an older estate home but completely updated and it was the paradise with an ocean view we were looking for our vacation. Great fishing from the dock and the sunsets were spectacular. Even had a visit from a huge manatee. I recommend this beautiful home to anyone looking for a great laid back vacation destination.

                        Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+.

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

                      • Had a blast!

                        Had a blast!

                        • Guest J & R
                        • Date of stay 08/15/10
                        • Review Submitted 08/25/10
                        What you see is what you get! Except...there is a 5th bedroom!! Just beautiful! Management was very nice. They recommend the "good-places" to shop, so make sure you write down what she says!The home is HUGE and very spacious! Caught lobsters off the dock. Can feed the fish in their man-made tropical pond. Snorkeling is neat! Kids of all ages would love this place. Adults of all ages would love this place! There is not a beach - but who cares?! Lots of State parks around to go to the beach. Would recommend "Publix" to do your grocery shopping. Wyn Dixie is a hole in the wall. Kids had a blast collecting hermit crabs that come out at night! Catch and release- of course! Beautiful sunsets. Great place for photography!! Would come back in a heartbeat! Thank you for a wonderful vacation!

                        Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, people with disabilities.

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 5/5

                      • Guestbook Comment

                        Guestbook Comment

                        • Guest Anonymous
                        • Date of stay 04/01/09
                        • Review Submitted 04/07/09
                        Such a beautiful house and a wonderful vacation! The pictures do not do it justice. This is the perfect place for nature lovers - we enjoyed visits from the white herons, egrets, woodpeckers, turtles, barracuda and, of course, the resident iguanas. The tidal pool was fascinating with the large grouper and many tropical fish. The screened-porch is just a fantastic place for a rest from the sun. Our primary goal of relaxation was fulfilled although there is plenty to do in the area. A favorite restaurant for both food and ambience is Morada Bay in Islamorada.

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 5/5

                      • Guestbook Comment

                        Guestbook Comment

                        • Guest Anonymous
                        • Date of stay 01/01/09
                        • Review Submitted 01/04/09
                        Once you arrive, you never have to leave. There's adventure, excitement and relaxation. Something for everyone at this fabulous home and incredible property, including your own private tennis court.

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 6/6

                      • Wow!

                        Wow!

                        • Guest NSCE
                        • Date of stay 11/01/08
                        • Review Submitted 11/11/08
                        Terrific! That just about says it all, Beautiful well maintained property, landscaping was 1st class. Wonderful views and sunsets. Owners very nice. Property manager very good. Private setting. Nice dock for boat rental. We had one dropped off. 1 hour run by car to Key West for a day of shopping. Kids loved heated pool and tennis courts. We did some snorkeling off the dock and saw several hundred fish (better then the snorkeling off the beach at Sombrero beach). Fish in pond were nice to watch no snorkeling due to a few very large Goliath Groupers. Fun to feed if you happen to catch a small fish from dock. We will be back. Our group consisted of 7 children and 5 adults. The property has 3 king suites all with private baths. The adults had thier own very private retreats and we slept the 7 kids in the other bedrooms. Childrens ages from 5 to 16 and they all had a blast. one problem - just too short I could have stayed a month...

                        Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers, people with disabilities.

                        Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 11/11

                       
                      Rental basis: Per property
                      Rental rates quoted in: $
                      Dates Nightly Wknd Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event

                      May 23 - Jul 19, 2013
                      7 night min stay

                      $6300 $23000

                      Jul 20 - Jul 26, 2013
                      7 night min stay

                      $7800

                      Notes: Mini Lobster Week


                      Jul 27 - Aug 2, 2013
                      7 night min stay

                      $6300

                      Aug 3 - Aug 16, 2013
                      7 night min stay

                      $7000

                      Notes: Opening of Lobster Season


                      Aug 17 - Sep 6, 2013
                      7 night min stay

                      $5500
                      Fall
                      Sep 7 - Oct 25, 2013
                      7 night min stay

                      $4500 $14500

                      Oct 26 - Nov 22, 2013
                      7 night min stay

                      $5200 $15500

                      Nov 23 - Nov 30, 2013
                      7 night min stay

                      $6800

                      Notes: Nov 23 - Dec 1 - 8 nights $7500


                      Dec 1 - Dec 20, 2013
                      7 night min stay

                      $5200
                      Holidays
                      Dec 21 - Jan 3, 2014
                      7 night min stay

                      $9000

                      Jan 4 - Feb 14, 2014
                      7 night min stay

                      $5500 $16000

                      Notes: Prices start at $4500 for up to 8 people each additional person is $300 up to max of $5500


                      Feb 15 - Apr 11, 2014
                      7 night min stay

                      $6400 $22000

                      Notes: Prices start at $6000 for 10 people each additional person $200 up to total of $6400

                      Easter
                      Apr 12 - Apr 25, 2014
                      7 night min stay

                      $7000

                      Notes: Prices start at $6500 for up to 10 people each additional person is $200 up to max of $7000


                      Apr 26 - May 21, 2014
                      7 night min stay

                      $5500 $17000

                      Notes: Prices start at $4500 for up to 8 people. Each additional person is $300 up to a max of $5500


                      May 22 - Jul 18, 2014
                      7 night min stay

                      $6400 $22000
                      Mini Lobster
                      Jul 19 - Jul 25, 2014
                      7 night min stay

                      $7800

                      Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency ($) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.


                      Additional information about rental rates:

                      $4000 special last minute rate for smaller groups
                      *all rates subject to change* Call for small group rates for any week. Please add 12.5% tax and $325 cleaning to rates Holidays and Special Events call for Rates for extended stays Call for specials for last minute rentals and small groups.
                      Weekly rentals are Saturday to Saturday except for last minute, extended stay or slower season.

                      Fees and Taxes:

                      • Tax Rate 12.5%
                      • Cleaning $325

                      This owner accepts: Credit cards.
                      Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.

                       

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                      Last updated: 04/30/2013
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                      Year Purchased: 2004


                      Contact us

                      • Primary: +1 888 564-5800
                      • Secondary: 703 282-7871
                      • Fax: 703 780-0871

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                      Photos

                      • View of Tidal Pool, Heated Pool, Dock and Ocean

                        View of Tidal Pool, Heated Pool, Dock and Ocean

                      • Front of Manatee Bay

                        Front of Manatee Bay

                      • King Master Suite

                        King Master Suite

                      • Waterside of Manatee Bay House -  Pool & Patio

                        Waterside of Manatee Bay House - Pool & Patio

                      • Tidal Pool and View

                        Tidal Pool and View

                      • View from Large Screened Porch

                        View from Large Screened Porch

                      • King Master Suite

                        King Master Suite

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                      5 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom
                      Sleeps 14


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