Key Largo's Bayfront Hideaway

This rental provides exceptional water views with water on two sides. Also, very clean and secure with alarm system and security cameras.

My husband Mike and I spent a magical month in Lazy Dayz cottage in February 2018. The expansive views of sunsets from the deck and windows of this house are fabulous, some of the best you can see in the Keys. Every night was different, but equally gorgeous. You can also enjoy the views from the patio beneath the house, where there are tables for dining and relaxation. In the morning, the panoramic view reveals the rosy sky of sunrise, too.

Tarpon Basin is sheltered and calm, but still full of activity that is fun to watch, including many birds, boats, kayakers, paddleboaders and sealife. We saw dolphins, and manatees swam along the seawall just under the surface. You are right on the water so the view is outstanding!

The neighborhood has a private sandy beach for the residents, as well as a boat launch and a covered pier. My husband fished from the sea wall of our house at least once a day and also fished from the neighborhood pier.

The weather was warm during the day with pleasant evenings. We didn't miss the freezing temperatures at home! We've already scheduled a return trip to Lazy Dayz in 2019!

The house is very close to a shopping center with a Publix and a K-Mart as well as many smaller stores, which offer just about anything you might need.

Among the nearby sightseeing sites we visited were the Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park, a glass bottom boat ride at the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and the Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary and Rehabilitation Center (on Tavernier Island). We also made three day trips to Key West and stopped at the Key Deer Refuge along the way.

Waterfront restaurants we enjoyed were Buzzard's Roost (oceanside canal, Key Largo), Snook's Bayside Restaurant and Grand Tiki (bayside Key Largo, great sunsets), Sundowners (bayside Key Largo, sunsets!), Bayside Grill and Sunset Bar (bayside Key Largo, sunsets!), Lazy Days (Islamorada Ocean side), Islamorada Fish Company and the Zane Grey Lounge (Islamorada bayside, lunch at each one, didn't stay for sunset but I'm sure they are spectacular!)

Rick was a wonderful host and continues to add improvements to the house. We really appreciated the cargo elevator!

You'll really enjoy this spectacular home!

Cathy

The weather was changeable and very windy during our stay. The property made it possible to enjoy every day no matter what the weather! Lounge chairs on lower deck under a lanai or table and stools on upper deck made enjoying the space no matter what the weather! Supermarkets, fish markets all available nearby. Easy ride to Islamorada and on to Key West. Rick was always reachable to assist or answer any questions you might have. Would return in a heartbeat!

Thank you for sharing your vacation home with us! It was clean, comfortable and the views were magnificent. Our photos of the sunsets were amazing. A quiet neighborhood - great for a week of relaxation, great weather and plenty of activity. The restaurants recommended were superb. We will certainly consider rebooking.

House bigger than expected - three bedrooms, two bathrooms, big area underneath with grill, picnic table, outdoor furniture, and tiki hut. Big two person kayak to use. Washer and dryer available. Completely fenced - great for small kids. Two minutes from John Pennekamp state park with terrific beaches, glass bottom boat, snokeling and scuba boats. 45 min from south Miami and the Everglades, 1 hr 15 min from Key West. Close to grocery store, and some really excellent seafood restaurants. Highly recommend.