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2 BED/2BATH OCEAN FRONT CANAL -- BRING YOUR BOAT OR RENT ONE!

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Key Colony Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationCoco Plum Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationSunset Park Beach17 min walk
  • Popular LocationSombrero Beach13 min drive
  • AirportKey West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)69 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

LIVING AREA

Master

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

2 BED/2BATH OCEAN FRONT CANAL -- BRING YOUR BOAT OR RENT ONE!

If you've never heard of or been to what locals have classified as "The Gem of the Florida Keys," Key Colony Beach in Marathon Florida is your PERFECT RETREAT! Marathon is an island in the "middle keys," about 2.5 hours south of Miami, and 1 hour north of Key West. Key Colony Beach aka KCB is a peninsula type island attached to Marathon.

This community has everything needed for your trip to the keys!! The reason we love Marathon and Key Colony Beach is it IS the most family friendly destination in the Keys, with SO MANY activities for the entire family! And it's near EVERYTHING you may need to help enjoy your trip such as pharmacies, grocery, restaurants, bars, etc.
We also love this location because you can walk to the Cabana Club (private members only pool and beach and hot tub--AND YES YOUR RESERVATION INCLUDES DAILY USE OF THE CABANA CLUB!) which has a bar/cafe you can eat/drink/swim and sun at while meeting all the regular annual visitors, which is right next door to Havana Jacks Oceanside Restaurant and Bar. You can swim and sun in the fun all day and take a 30 second walk over to this family friendly restaurant in the evening or for happy hour while watching your kids snorkel at Cabana Club Beach!

Located on the Atlantic Ocean side, this EAST facing 1/2 duplex home gives you bright morning sunrises and happy hour in the shade!-- more desirable!
If the Gulf of Mexico waters are more your thing, or you prefer the calmer waters on windy days, VACA Cut (the cut-through under US-1 from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf you can take your boat through) is a 7 minute boat ride away!

Is Fishing or Diving or Snorkeling your thing? You're minutes away by boat from the BEST fishing destination in the entire United States! 20 miles to the Marathon Humps for Mahi and Tuna Fishing, a few miles from the coral reef for unlimited fishing, lobstering, snorkeling, spearfishing, diving on one of the most unique underwater destinations in the world! There's a bait and fuel shop right outside of Vaca Cut to pick up fuel, food, ice, and gear for your fishing trip minutes from the house. You can rent fishing gear here as well.
There's a bait freezer on property in a small storage closet for guest use.

Rent a boat (reach out to owner for recommendations), go on a charter for fishing or diving or snorkeling right around the corner from the property. Reach out if you need help, guidance, or even fishing spots! Most places in Marathon offer a "Hook and Cook" or "Catch and Cook" option when you bring your catch of the day to the table... Check out Lazy Days South Restaurant for a fantastic ocean view, excellent food, and cheap drinks, a locals favorite! Or reach out to the owner for more information!

YES YOU CAN DOCK UP TO A 30' BOAT ON OUR DOCK. Most boat rental businesses will literally drop it off at the dock when you arrive, and pick it up when you leave-- easy peasy!
WE HAVE 2 BIKES FOR OUR GUESTS TO USE!

You can keep one trailer on the property as well during your stay if you bring your own boat!

Don't forget to check out Aquarium Adventures for a day of fun on dry land which is locally owned, the Sea Turtle Hospital down the street, or swimming with dolphins just a short drive up the keys! Don't forget to hit Robbie's in Islamorada to feed to tarpon!!! So much fun with the kids, and adult fun available to quench your beach thirst on a hot day!

This 1000 sq ft 2 Bedroom 2 Bath home is located on a 30’ boat dock on a canal with direct Atlantic Ocean access!!! You can fish RIGHT OFF OUR DOCK and catch dinner, or watch the manatee surface in the evening hours with your cocktail in hand!

There's a fish cleaning table right at the dock for clean your catch of the day! Bring your boat, or reach out to owner for recommendations on where to rent for the best deals!

We are literally located a 2 minute walk to the Cabana Club, Key Colony Beach's premier private beach and pool club where you can take in the sunshine with a bartender supplied drink in your hands while your kids play in the sand, or cool off in the HUGE saltwater pool!
This location is also perfect for 2 couples, offering nightlife an Uber ride away. Dozens of fantastic oceanfront restaurants and eateries within minutes from Key Colony Beach.

There's a running path throughout the neighborhood, or take one of the bikes we provide for our guests to explore the wonderful Key Colony Beach neighborhood.

You're minutes away from easily accessible grocery stores, pharmacies, bait shops, pizza places, restaurants (4 on the island of key colony beach alone), gas stations, liquor stores, Ice machines, etc. Please reach out to owner to have your groceries and supplies provided in advance prior to arrival!
Souvenier shops nearby, shopping, fishing gear, baits, boats everything you need!

Our home offers:
One king size bed, two double beds and a sleeper couch in the living area. You have to walk thru the second bedroom from the master to get to living area. Our home allows for 5 guests per stay per Key Colony Beach rules.
Marathon only allows one boat trailer on each property. There is a public trailer parking on the island for extra trailers.

Also on Key Colony Beach- golf course [par 3]; play ground; horse shoe and Bocci ball courts. There is a dive shop and a bait shop down the street from the home within walking or bike riding distance. You can rent snorkel gear, kayaks, fishing gear, boats, dive gear, and paddle boards within a few minutes from the house.
Key Colony Beach has a public park and beach called Sunset Park on the ocean where there are concerts Sunday evening.

Nearest Boat Launch: Mile Marker 54 Boat Ramp, 1248 Overseas Highway, Marathon 305-743-0033

Refunds for Hurricane or Covid: Unless there is a mandatory evacuation for weather we don't refund. And we only refund for Covid if we are mandated not to rent by City/State.

Property manager

Joe Mueller
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Key Colony Beach

Located in Key Colony Beach, this vacation home is on the beach. Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center and Florida Keys Country Club 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 Long Key State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Key Colony Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Coco Plum Beach - 10 min walk
  • Sunset Park Beach - 17 min walk
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 5 min drive
  • Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center - 5 min drive
  • Sombrero Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Island Fish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Takara Japanese Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at Casa Tua
This property was exactly as it was advertised. Joe was an excellent host and he went way beyond the normal to make us comfortable. Will defiantly return to this rental. Jerry and Julia
Stayed 70 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We loved the area. The kitchen was great and fully stocked with what you need for a week. We had a great visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VRBO DUPLEX ON CANAL, MARATHON FL
Property is very convenient to Keywest, Everglades and Miami. Beautifully decorated. Very quiet neighborhood. Neighbors next door and down the street very friendly. Tv's in every room. All the comforts of home were in the house. Everything worked perfectly. Joe the owner was extremely helpful if you needed anything. Beautiful sunsets. Traffic was not a problem in Marathon. That's why we picked the area. Close to Keywest but far enough away to enjoy coming home to this VRBO in Key Colony Bch Marathon after a hectic day in Keywest. The property is amazing, peaceful and quiet. Best location in the Keys with great accommodations with great restaurants in either direction.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rafael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa Tua Retreat
This place has everything you need and more. Casa Tua Retreat vacation rental is clean, bright and beautiful decorated just what you want and need for vacation Everything is has been provided. We enjoy our vacation there and hope to return for longer next time. Joe is easy to communicate with .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Joe was fantastic to work with. Excellent communication and beautiful location. The club with the pool and beach were a great added benefit.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Joe Mueller

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Joe and Liz live in Chicago, Illinois and have been going to the Florida keys for 20 years. They were married on Fort Zachary Taylor Beach in Key West. They have experience in the real estate and customer service industry and knew that once they found their home away from home, it would be a great opportunity to help others experience the amazing Florida Keys!

Why they chose this property

This property is in a PERFECT!!!! Perfect, Perfect location for EVERYTHING THE FLORIDA KEYS HAVE TO OFFER! There's the Private Members Only Cabana Club Located literally a few minute walk down the street, with a HUGE pool, restaurant, bar and private beach! Also walking distance to second restaurant next to the Cabana Club Restaurant.
You are a 1 hour drive to Key West for super charged night life! And only 2.5 hour drive from Miami International Airport.
The outdoor life here is amazing!! Fishing, Diving, Lobstering, Snorkeling, boating, swimming, wind surfing, sailing, beaching, sunning, relaxing, and afternoon naps!!!

What makes this property unique

We offer a canal front home where you can park your boat (either owned or rented) on our canal during your stay, a public boat ramp near by, and restaurants/nightlife within walking distance compared to other locations on Key Colony Beach. Use our bikes to ride to the kayak shop and paddle the day away!

Languages:

Spanish

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