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Salty Air Retreat. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Half Duplex. Dockside.

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Living area
Private kitchen
Pool
Beach
Marina

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Marathon, FL
  • Place, Boot Key Harbor
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Turtle Hospital
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Vaca Key
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Living Room

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Salty Air Retreat. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Half Duplex. Dockside.

City of Marathon Vacation Rental License# - VACA-21-478

Escape the chaos and come enjoy this fully renovated chic waterfront home ready for your next tranquil vacation. Fish right from the dock or bring your boat and head out to boot key harbor towards the Atlantic Ocean. Property has a 35' deep-water dock, a bait freezer, and a fish cleaning table. We have manatee families and pelicans that frequently visit the canal. You can also just relax and enjoy the views on one of the chairs by the dock or spend the evening by the firepit under the starry night sky. These are just some of the simple pleasures at the Salty Air Retreat
There is a Kayak available as well as 2 beach cruisers. Propane and Charcoal grill are also available as well as outdoor shower to rinse off after a lengthy fishing trip.
House is very centrally located with just a 1-hour drive to Key West and 45 minutes from Islamorada. There is plenty to do locally as well, as Marathon has many attractions. The Turtle Hospital is located 2 blocks south and is a mere 4 min walk from the front door. Aquarium Encounters is another family favorite. You can swim with sharks as well as pet and feed the stingrays and turtles. Crane Point Hammock Park has a ton of history, great trails, and ends with a fish pedicure.
The old historic 7-mile bridge just recently reopened for walking, running, and cycling. It is a 3-minute drive from the property. In Spring 2022, a 60-passenger tram will take visitors across the bridge to historic Pigeon Key instead of the ferry.
There is also a new walkway that goes under the 7-mile bridge and connects you to Sunset Grille and Raw Bar for waterfront dining. Island Fish Company, Burdines and the Beach Bars at Tranquility Bay as well as Isla Beach Resorts are also fantastic waterfront dining.
Marathon also has one of the best beaches in the Florida Keys, Sombrero Beach and is located less than 10 minutes away. Bahia Honda State Park is about 15 minutes away from the property.
The welcome book and rental guide will provide extensive information of things to do in Marathon as well as popular attractions throughout the Florida Keys.
The kitchen and Bathroom are fully equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Master bedroom has a king bed, waterfront view (sliding door) and a Smart flat screen TV.
2nd bedroom has 2 twin beds and a Smart flat screen TV.
Livingroom has a queen-sized pull-out couch with gel mattress and faces a Smart flat screen TV.
All Smart Flat Screen TVs come with remote control and have access to Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, and Peacock.
Wifi is strong and has videoconferencing capabilities.
This home has a seven night minimum reservation rental and offers a 20% discount for stays longer than 28 days or more.
Cleaning Fee: $250 (We would refund 50% after your stay if the house is left in the conditions stated above)
Refundable Damage Deposit: $500
All funds collected are nonrefundable for cancellations within 15 days of arrival.
The guest named on the rental agreement is the only one who may cancel the reservation.

Please note that for security purposes, there is a Ring Doorbell located at the front door entrance of the property.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park, while Shady Palm Art Gallery and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center are cultural highlights. Jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • Boot Key Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Turtle Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shady Palm Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fishermen's Community Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Vaca Key - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Beans Books & Beans - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Salty Air Retreat. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Half Duplex. Dockside. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Salty Air Retreat. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Half Duplex. Dockside.?

As of Apr 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Air Retreat. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Half Duplex. Dockside. on Apr 28, 2026 start from $309, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Salty Air Retreat. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Half Duplex. Dockside.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Salty Air Retreat. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Half Duplex. Dockside.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Salty Air Retreat. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Half Duplex. Dockside. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Boot Key Harbor, The Turtle Hospital, and Shady Palm Art Gallery. Fishermen's Community Hospital and Vaca Key are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and place was great!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised, very clean and updated house. Very easy to get ahold of the property manager. Would definitely return for another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto O.

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

Great property, we love it!

The property is great!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose A.

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

Beautiful accommodations

Very clean, nice beds and linens
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen F.

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

Perfect stay

The property was well appointed and well stocked. We enjoyed the outdoor area as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crissy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place had everything and anything you could ever need at a VRBO home! It was clean, full of supplies, in the perfect location (we kept our boat behind the home), easy access out to the Atlantic/Gulf, and so much more. The home was cozy and felt like our home away from home. It was a treasure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Perfect for us and tastefully decorated!

This place is one of the nicest we’ve stayed in over the 7 years we’ve vacationed in the Keys. Located perfectly to get to all we love and quiet despite being just a block off Hwy 1. Clean and well stocked. Bikes were listed as amenity but they had rusted out and we had to rent some. The 2 person kayak was awesomeGreat place that we recommend and would return to
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesus is K.

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

Nice spot

Lovely home, nice spot, location was great. We left a life jacket in the master bedroom closet that we bought, hope that was ok. We would stay again. The owners mentioned manatee, family, and a couple of pelicans that come and visit quite often and we saw them almost every day!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas T.

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

Great Location, Squeaky Clean, and Great Amenities

This is a great central location. The unit has undergone a recent remodel that was very tastefully done with nice modern updates. It was very comfortable and clean, and the amenities are thoughtful. Our host Ariana was great to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

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

Cozy and Clean

Cozy, clean, and a great location on a canal in Marathon where you can kayak and fish. The unit is well equipped with kitchen appliances, beach chairs…and more. Two thumbs up!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Home away from Home

Salty Air Retreat was clean, inviting, and the perfect location for boating in both the Gulf and the Atlantic. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there because it felt like home with the nautical Christmas decorations and every kitchen gadget imaginable. It is appropriately named as a retreat since it is the perfect escape from reality, both in the water and just chilling on the deck. We definitely will be repeat visitors to this home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly O.

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

Great choice in Marathon!

This rental is adorable! Clean, clean, clean and decorated so cute! Ariana was so easy to communicate with and she has provided a comfortable home, great linens, well stocked kitchen, and wonderful back patio with upscale patio furniture right on the canal. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Beautiful place

We enjoyed our stay at The Salty Air Retreat. The house was beautifully updated and decorated and was very clean. It had everything we could possibly need for a week at the Keys. We were able to take a short ride to the 7 mile bridge everyday, we visited the nearby Marathon beaches and took a trip to Key West. My kids enjoyed fishing from the dock every morning and evening and we were happy to have the kayaks to explore the water. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Paradise at Salty Air Retreat

The duplex was spotless and very well stocked with the needed kitchen spices, appliances and tools. We appreciated the 12 cup drip coffee maker!! The neighbors were awesome and shared the fish catch with us. Central to our activities. We will be back again. Kevin and Paula
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Perfect location and exactly as described

We had a fabulous vacation staying at the Salty Air Retreat. I call it small but mighty. It’s a great location right in the mid keys and all the comforts of home. The few easy issues we had, we were able to get in touch with the host and it was remedied immediately. The porch in the back was so relaxing and we even saw a Manatee!! The kids loved being able to kayak right from the back yard. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything and then some for small appliances. It was also great having a washer and dryer so we didn’t have to overpack. Highly recommend and when we come back this is where we will stay! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

5+ rating!

We have vacationed in Marathon for the past 12 years, but this was by far the best place we have ever stayed. After 5 weeks it became our home away from home. The house was beautifully decorated and well equipped; the privacy on the canal a bonus. Others have commented on all of the amenities of which there are many, but I believe Ariana was also responsible for our exceptional experience, making us feel welcomed from the time we first set foot in the unit and treating us as her guests As others have pointed out in their reviews, she was so responsive when we had a question or needed help, which was especially appreciated after our previous experiences at other rentals in Marathon. Thank you Ariana! We will definitely be back next year! 5+ rating. Karen and Mike
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third time here and love it.
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Meticulous Home in Paradise

My family and I had a wonderful time staying at Salty Air Retreat. It is a meticulous home with beautiful coastal decor and a cozy-at-home feel. The location on Marathon Key was perfect since it is centrally located. We went on excursions every day to Key West, snorkeling in Key Largo, fishing charters down the road and a swim with the beautiful dolphins at the Dolphin Research Center. It was wonderful to return home each evening and sit in the back while boys fished in the canal. We had a spectacular visit from the manatee family and my son discovered a moray eel living under the dock. The discoveries in the canal kept my boys occupied for hours while my husband and I enjoyed a sunset cocktail. In the mornings I enjoyed my walk to the 7 mile bridge for exercise before starting our days’ adventures. Arianna was a wonderful host responding right away when needed and even checking in to make sure everything was ok. She was super understanding, reliable, highly organized and a pleasure to deal with. A definite retreat to return to with family!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Excellent location to see the Florida Keys

We had an excellent time and the place was lovely and newly renovated. It is exactly as pictured. Arianna was excellent to work with and was very attentive to our needs. Marathon is centrally located and it was easy to get to Key West or Key Largo.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Clean, comfortable, and cozy

This place met our needs in so many ways! We were able to enjoy morning coffee with views of the canal before we headed off for excursions for the day. Then we cooked our day's catch in the well-equipped kitchen and enjoyed the sunny back deck. There were lots of extra touches and amenities including the use of a kayak, bicycles and an outdoor grill. Thank you to the Echevarria family!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

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