Charming Beach House w/ Pool, Dock & Steps to Sombrero Beach
Summary:
Marathon FL 4BR Beach Home | Pool, Dock & Steps to Sombrero Beach!
The Space:
Located just 300 feet from Sombrero Beach, “Beach Nuts” is a fun and eclectic 4-bedroom tropical retreat where retro charm meets island living.
A 40-foot private dock and fish-cleaning station + bait freezer make this home a boater’s dream, with quick access to Sombrero Reef for world-class snorkeling, diving, and fishing.
Inside, enjoy spacious living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, two dining areas, and a large covered porch perfect for cooking your catch and gathering with family and friends. Unwind in your own tropical oasis featuring multiple private lounging areas, lush landscaping, and an above-ground pool w/ small deck.
Whether you're here for beach days, boating adventures, or poolside relaxation, Beach Nuts delivers the ultimate Florida Keys getaway!
Guest Bedroom 1:
King bed
Connected Half Bath
Guest Bedroom 2:
King bed
Connected Half Bath
*Guest bed #1 & #2 share a walk-in shower. The frosted shower doors provide total privacy for anyone using either of the two half baths. The shared shower also opens up to the outdoor pool area for easy after-sun clean-up
Guest Bedroom 3:
Queen bed
Master Suite:
Queen bed
Queen Futon
Amenities:
Off-Street Parking
Central Air Conditioning
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Gas BBQ Grill
Linens Provided
Boat Dockage for up to a 40-foot boat, max 2 boats please not to exceed 40 feet of dockage available.
WiFi and Cable TV
Flat Screen TV's
Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire property, private above-ground pool, and dockage.
The Neighborhood:
The highly sought out Sombrero Beach neighborhood, very walkable and is close to shopping centers, dining and the iconic sombrero beach.
Getting Around:
We recommend a vehicle for getting around. Keys Shuttle provides daily door to door shuttle service from the Florida Keys from/to Miami and Ft. Lauderdale airports.
Other Things to Note:
**THIS POOL IS NOT HEATED. Small deck to access pool
Pets Allowed- You are required to select this option & pay the pet fee upon booking.
Please note that if you plan to travel with a boat, we can only guarantee that one boat will be able to fit at the dock. Please be sure you are familiar with the dock size and do not assume more than one watercraft can be secured at the property during your stay.
This property has a 7-Night minimum. No exceptions.
Interaction with Guests:
Minimal interaction- Lock box check-in
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pay a one-time $150 pet fee that is non-refundable
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Small dogs allowed with owner approval, $150 pet fee per pet. Non-smoking home.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 856392
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
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. Florida Keys Country Club and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park.
Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Brass Monkey - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Mr. Beans Books & Beans - 6 min drive
Wendy's - 5 min drive
Roco's Dockside bar & grill - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Beach House w/ Pool & Steps to Sombrero Beach pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Beach House w/ Pool, Dock & Steps to Sombrero Beach?
As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Beach House w/ Pool, Dock & Steps to Sombrero Beach on May 23, 2026 start from $523, 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 Charming Beach House w/ Pool & Steps to Sombrero Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Beach House w/ Pool & Steps to Sombrero Beach?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Beach House w/ Pool & Steps to Sombrero Beach located?
Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Sombrero Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Crane Point Museum and Nature Center and Florida Keys Country Club. Boot Key Harbor is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Beautiful home with lots of room! Great outdoor area and perfect location for a quick beach day. Bathroom are a little weird, but other than that, would definitely stay here again!!
Great house with everything we needed. The dock was super protected but easy access the ocean. The kids loved fishing, the manatees and the gecko's. The house was super clean and had plenty of space.
Ronnie C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2023
We really appreciate the great review of our property. We look forward to hosting your family again on your next Keys vacation!
The house is comfortable, beautiful, open and spacious. The location was amazing and it was fantastic to dock the boat at home and launch kayaks directly from our back yard. We even saw a baby nurse shark swimming by the dock and kayaked to a mangrove canopy right from the house. We had a fantastic time and would definitely recommend Beach Nuts :)
Barbara L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2020
Thanks so much for taking the time to review or property and so glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully we will see you again next year...if not before!
Sandy
Spacious and clean, ideal lot for privacy, fenced back yard on canal, ample parking, AC worked great, nice sitting areas. Big screened porch. Close to beach and groceries, restaurants. Property managers were very responsive with any issues that arose.
Jane L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 21, 2022
We really appreciate the great review and hopefully we will see your family again on your next Key Get-away!
We had an amazing time at Sandy’s property. We spent out mornings on the dock fishing and nature watching. We saw manatees, lizards, crabs, lobsters, eels, all kinds of stuff. Spent a good amount of time in the pool and the beach, which were both warm since the weather is so hot. Sombrero beach near by was amazing. The house is big and very open and in a great location. Would definitely stay here again.
Amanda C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 16, 2023
Thanks so much for the review and we hope to host your family again!
Great location, walking distance to sombrero beach with beautiful sunsets. We used local kayak company to deliver kayaks and used on site kayak launch and kayaked through boot key mangrove tunnels! Clean pool with floats, patio area, and grilled out a night. Spacious and clean. Perfect for a pandemic get away. Would recommend!
Korah S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 24, 2020
We really appreciate the wonderful review of our property. We hope we see you again on your next trip to the Keys!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cheri E.
Aug 13, 2018
Very comfortable home in a great location
Our group of 7 fit perfectly in this spacious home. Loved having a dock for our 30' boat and being walking distance from Sombrero Beach. It is also a very short boat ride to get out to the Atlantic Ocean. The house has a lot of common areas to hang out in. We also enjoyed all of the outdoor areas. The decor makes you feel like you are in the keys. Also, very conveniently located for grocery shopping and dining out. We would definitely like to visit again!
Cheri E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2020
We really appreciate the kind review of Beach Nuts. It is really a fun property and you are right about being able to spread out. We hope to see your family again in the near future.
Warm Regards,
Sandy
Great neighborhood and location! Easy access to the Beach, the Gulf and the Ocean! All the conveniences (grocery, restaurants, etc) are near by. As other reviewers stated the bathrooms are odd but useable! No problem for the 6 of us that stayed! Great AC!!!!! We will return!
Joanne P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 25, 2022
We are so happy that you enjoyed our little piece of paradise. We really hope to see your family in the future!
Property would hold a big group with lots of space. Located on a hard to find Sombrero beach walk. Biking was great to the beach. Be prepared for a funky bathroom setup which is off set by the dock and manatee watching. Reminder the pool is great but not heated.
steve t.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 3, 2023
Thanks for taking time to write a nice review and the location can't be beat. It is called "Beat Nuts" for a fun reason and we hope you will join us again soon!
We stayed in Beach Nuts in April of 2021. It was my parents, myself and husband and 3 teenagers and two dogs. The house was perfect for us. Check in process was smooth. Received the code when the house was ready. The house was clean and larger that we expected. We rented Kayaks for the week and paddled through boot key daily. We will definitely be back. All of us had a wonderful time.
Nancy O.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 28, 2021
Thanks so much for the wonderful review. We hope to see your family again on your next Keys vacation!
Location could not get any better! We were able to walk to Sombrero beach in 3 minutes! It was an older home in need of some TLC though. There was plenty of room for my family to spread out. But some light fixtures did not work. And there were lots of bugs, particularly in the Jack and Jill bathroom.
Marcus M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 21, 2022
Thanks so much for the review of our property. You are correct that the location can't be beat! We are on a quarterly pest control service so hopefully it was nothing more than maybe sugar ants. We really hope you will join us again on your next Keys vacation!
Had a fabulous time. Pros: great location, 3’ pool perfect for our kids, very clean, lots of indoor and outdoor space, screened porch was perfect for enjoying breeze, saw many animals (iguanas, lobsters, fish, jellyfish, etc), good communication from property managers. Negatives: house shows it’s age (eg, superficial cracks in walls), bathrooms are unique. To be clear, not an issue for us- in fact, bathroom layout worked great with young kids! All in all, fabulous rental and we’d stay again. Thank you!!
Megan N.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 17, 2023
Thanks for the review of our little piece of paradise and we hope you will stay with us again on your next Keys vacation!
The location is perfect. Great quiet neighborhood to walk the dog and 3 doors down from Sombrero Beach. Very close to grocery/liquor stores. The house is very clean and spacious. The bathrooms are a little strange as other reviews state but we knew that going in so we were fine. The screened porch is huge, it rained a few times so this was a great feature. You can fish from the dock or put a boat there. We saw a variety of fish like mangrove snapper, barracuda, a shark and had manatees visit us twice. Kayaking from the house is fantastic! You can kayak the canals, Boot Key or the ocean. We loved the house and the location, can’t wait to go back!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 24, 2022
Thanks so much for the great review and we hope to see your family again on your next Keys vacation!
Overall the home is very nice, the location is great and the dock for the boat was very nice. We loved the floorplan!There are a few things that should be better attended too.1) The pool turned GREEN after 3 days and no one came out. I own a pool and noticed the pump was not running. Not a healthy situation2) When we walked in the floors were still damp from clean, so I thought "nice and clean", but the bedroom floor by the laundry room was not clean, my wife sweep it and got a LOT of dirt up.3) The corner cabinet in the kitchen is broken and when we opened it, it feel and almost smashed my toe! Very dangerous.4) Kitchen was stocked "OK" but I have stayed in a number of VRBOs over the years and this one was probably the less supplied. There were no flat baking sheets, and limited teaspoons, etc.5) The bathroom by laundry is VERY tiny. Could not sit on toilet straight due to wall.On the positive side1) AC worked GREAT!2) We had 6 adults and had plenty of room3) we loved the layout4) The grill was clean and worked (unlike others I have stayed at)5) there were two coffee makers6) Again, the dock and location was greatOverall, we had a good experience and would recommend it for a group of 6-8 people.
Mark L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 5, 2025
Thanks for your feedback! We're glad you loved the layout, AC, dock and location. We’re sorry about the issues you experienced and appreciate you bringing them to our attention — they’ll be addressed. Your input helps us improve and we’d love to host you again!
Our stay was amazing! The home is spacious with plenty of room to spread out. Although we didn't sleep much, the bedrooms were great. The bathrooms were a little different but for our family, they worked perfectly. You can access the jack and jill from the pool if needed which is super convenient. The pool was awesome and with the shade top and made it so much nicer to hang out all day. The boat dock was a huge asset! We literally went out everyday and could board right from there. Even launched our kayaks without any issue. Sitting on the dock in the morning watching the fish swim all up and down the canal was relaxing too! The home comes with everything you need from extra beach towels, to floats in the pool and even a separate location for the laundry room so don't have to hear the dryer all night. We hung out on the screened in back porch at night and it was super quiet. The best part were the iguanas which were quite lively and always sun bathing.They are truly more afraid of you than you are of them lol. The house is super convenient to everything and a short walk to the beach which is great when you want to see the sun set and rise! Thoroughly enjoyed every part and cannot wait to come back!
Cody D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2023
Thanks so much for the awesome review and we hope you will stay with us again on your next Keys Get-away!
Property is quirky as other reviews have stated and needs some work but I knew that gonig in so I will not knock that in this review. Beds were comfortable/firm. Washer and driyer is available and it the side shed which is pretty normal for the keys. There were some older fishing poles we used that served their purpose. Otherwise if you want to fish you can buy a pole. Their are minimal supplies provided, so you will need to pick up some things at the store.
Great location, great outdoor area with newer grill and LP tanks provided. Plenty of room for the four of us (wife, myself and two adult children). Plenty of towels and their are also some beach towels available. Nice beach a block away, MUST take part in the sunset at the beach!! Close to any and all stores (driving).
I rented a boat and was able to dock it at the house for a few days, which was a nice benefit. If you have some experience in boating but have never done it in the ICWW I would recommend renting. I used Vacation Boat Rentals ask for Cathy, they were great to deal with. She is about 10 minutes up from the house and a 25 minute boat ride away.
Douglas L.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Dustin B.
Jun 30, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Book somewhere else
Had good expectations for this property considering we paid a lot for a week. This property lacks a lot. Things are not being kept up with, we noticed a lot of broken doors, knobs, hoses, electrical wires exposed, etc. electrical cords exposed in the socket and was a huge danger to our toddler who kept trying to touch it (this should be fixed immediately). Pros:It was close to everything including the beachBeds and Towels clean Open floor plan Manatee in canal out backCons: Old refrigerator that struggled to stay coolPrevious guests used fridge/freezer for bait. Someone had left bait in the house fridge and freezer and the stench was terrible our entire stay. Dirty towels left in the dryer by cleaners.Smallest bathroom toilet -you can’t even sit down without hitting your knees on the wall. We found the bait station out on the dock full of cut up old bait (squid) and we had to clean it up, but the hoses out there were all broken. Cleaning was not done - fridge had food on top of it with lots of dust, hair in dishes, there was tons of dust and hair under furniture like they haven’t been cleaned. Fridge wasn’t clean and smelt like bait. The pool hasn’t been maintained and has floating debris/particles.Kids shorts found outside in the couch and were soiled. Paid a cleaning fee for a dirty house and had to clean it as a paying guest on vacation. Would not recommend staying here unless you don’t mind it being dirty.
Dustin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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