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Happy Place Key Largo - Waterfront Vintage Coastal Cottage

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Backyard at night, plenty of seating and a fire pit
Welcome to Happy Place Key Largo!
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Floor plan

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Key Largo, FL
  • Place, Florida Keys Visitor Center - Key Largo
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Key Largo Baptist Church
    ‪20 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Bedroom Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

2nd Bedroom Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Máster Bedroom with en-suite bathroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Room

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Happy Place Key Largo - Waterfront Vintage Coastal Cottage

The best of the Florida Keys awaits at Happy Place Key Largo. Enjoy world class fishing and diving or just soak in the laid-back lifestyle on the hammock in our cozy canal front cottage with open water views and amazing sunsets year-round. Located less than 1 hour from Miami International Airport and a fun day trip away from the Everglades, Key West and everything in between, this two-story home is perfect for small groups or entertaining visitors seeking warm weather. We are located just three miles from John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, on the Bayside at Mile Marker 105. See list of local attractions below.

Happy Place comfortably sleeps 8 guests with 4 bedrooms, 2 full sized bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to make this your home away from home. The open concept living area includes two comfy sofas and a large dining table/kitchen island that's perfect for entertaining. There are 2 spacious balconies offering open water views and ocean breezes - the balcony right outside the kitchen has a picnic table with a Weber grill ready to BBQ your freshly caught fish.

The lower level of the house is all about enjoying the outdoors. The mangroves directly across the street attract flocks of chirping Egrets and Spoonbills while the roosters crow in the morning. From the canal you can see manatees, catch some snapper or see sunbathing iguanas while you mingle with the neighbors. Take a relaxing dip in the canal or enjoy a sunset paddle on the kayaks. There are four bright Adirondack chairs and a cool boat bench surrounding a fire pit to keep you lounging into the night. In addition, there is a large covered patio with a dining set and a ceiling fan for alfresco dining. We also have a ping pong table and a corn hole game for more outdoor fun. Explore the Keys with kayaks and stand-up paddle boards included with the rental. Bring your bikes or rent one nearby, there are miles of paved trails that are perfect for exploring or bike riding to one of the many nearby restaurants and shops. The house is also within walking distance to a grocery store and a convenience store for all your needs. The front of the house offers ample parking. Bring your boat down or rent one here - but please let us know your plans so that we can make necessary accommodations.

We have been enjoying the Florida Keys for over 40 years and are happy to make recommendations to make your stay the best ever. We love spending time in our Happy Place with our family and friends and hope you do too. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the property or planning your trip. We are the owners of the property and your hosts while you are here. Follow us on Facebook for updates and local happenings at Happy Place Key Largo.

Miguel and Cathy Reyes


Per Monroe County law, this property requires a 28-day minimum stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Waterfront property; the canal is not fenced in.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

30lb weight limit. Requires prior approval.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No fireworks, loud music or smoking of any kind. Absolutely no subleasing allowed.

Use of the dock and elevator boat lift will require a permit for use of the community ramp, an additional contract and fee. See rental agreement.

Use of Level 2 EV charging station will require additional contract and fee. See rental agreement.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1747963vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Key Largo

Located in Sexton Cove Estates, a neighbourhood in Key Largo, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Caribbean Club Bar and Christ of the Abyss are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and MarineLab Undersea Laboratory. Travelling with kids? Consider Key Largo Hammocks State Botanical Site and Jacob's Aquatic Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Key Largo, FL

What's nearby

  • Florida Keys Visitor Center - Key Largo - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Key Largo Baptist Church - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Rowell's Waterfront Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Baker's Cay Resort Beach - 13 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caribbean Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill at Fisherman's Cove - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Place Key Largo - Waterfront Vintage Coastal Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Place Key Largo - Waterfront Vintage Coastal Cottage?

As of 2 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Place Key Largo - Waterfront Vintage Coastal Cottage on 31 Oct 2026 start from £130, 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 at Happy Place Key Largo - Waterfront Vintage Coastal Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Place Key Largo - Waterfront Vintage Coastal Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Place Key Largo - Waterfront Vintage Coastal Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Happy Place Key Largo - Waterfront Vintage Coastal Cottage located?

This family-friendly Key Largo holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park and Florida Keys Visitor Center - Key Largo. Rowell's Waterfront Park and Key Largo Baptist Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have really enjoyed our stay! The house is just charming and very comfortable. The kitchen is extremely well appointed with everything you could think of. The canal location is very quiet and private. Our grandkids enjoyed swimming right in the canal and the kayaks. We caught fish right off the decking and saw manatees often. A truly enjoyable getaway!!
Stayed 35 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Unspecified U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Place is my favorite place to stay in Key Largo. The home is well stocked, large and very comfortable. The owners are responsive and very nice. This was my second stay at this beautiful home and it won't be the last.
Stayed 34 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Happy Place February 2026 and I can assure the house and area are exactly as described. We had a few questions and one minor problem (a leak in the washer/dryer area) and Cathy was quick to respond to our texts and had the problem resolved within an hour. I would not hesitate to recommend Happy Place and Cathy as your host. I cannot wait to return.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Miguel and Cathy were very accommodating. The house was nice and clean. I really enjoyed watching the manatee in the canal. Would stay here again.
Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2025
So happy you enjoyed your stay, Donna. We enjoyed having you there and I'm sure the manatees did too!
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10/10 Excellent

Carly S.

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

Would Stay Here Again!

Absolutely loved the home, and the hosts were fantastic. Definitely want to stay again in the future.
Stayed 34 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2023
Thank you Carly! It was a pleasure having you there and we look forward to having you over again!
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10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Great stay!

Lovely property in a great location. Perfect to explore the Keys and Miami. Great seafood restaurants nearby. Lower level perfect for fun activities with friends. Really enjoyed kayaking in mangroves and seeing manatees in the canal.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We’d love to have you back again sometime.
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10/10 Excellent

troy k.

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

Work stay

Great property, comfortable, well stocked home. Amazing location
Stayed 42 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

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

A very happy place!

This home is lovely, well equipped, and in a very quiet neighborhood. It is a great home base to enjoy all that the Keys have to offer. The owners are great to work with and super responsive. I have next year booked already.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2025
So glad you all enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure having you all and I look forward to your stay next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

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

vacation

We had the best time ever. Didn’t want to leave .Beautiful home and plenty of space. Everyone who came to see us really enjoyed it. Everything we needed was close by. Hope to get back, in the near future.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great winter retreat!

We can see why they call this home their "Happy Place"! Everything was PERFECT!! Thanks so much for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay! You're welcome any time!
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10/10 Excellent

Jayson H.

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

The perfect home away from home.

Location is absolutely perfect. Only 30 minutes from mainland. Only 30 minutes to Islamorada. Canal in backyard has excellent fishing opportunities. We caught so many fish. Owners were very personable and responsive with caring respect towards any of our needs. The home is huge and spacious with every attention to detail.
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

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

Great stay at Happy Place with everything you need for a Happy Time!

The house was perfect and had everything we needed and more. They have recently updated and everything was neat, clean and in perfect shape a advertised. Cathy was super helpful with suggestions and place to go and her guest book has everything you need for your stay. The neighborhood is quiet and safe and we were able to make friends with the local manatees and sharks. Was able to catch some snapper and sheepshead off their dock as well as fish at the reef and offshore a few times during our stay. Overall a great experience thanks to our host!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Fantastic!! Best Vacations!!

Everything was incredibly amazing!! We had the best 2 month vacation!! The house was perfect, the location, the view, the outside space, watching manatees at the dock, fishing, swimming, and the most lovely neighbors. The neighborhood is so nice and quiet and so close to everything! The house itself is so charming and you will not need to bring anything except your clothes and personal items. Plenty of room for a family or two! Cathy and Miguel were fantastic host. We will be back for sure!! Thank you again for such a great adventure for our family in these crazy Covid times. Best memories!! ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 44 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2021
Thank you for the review! We’re glad you and your family were able to enjoy Keys life to it’s fullest and loved having you! We hope you’ll come back again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Great house with Fantastic Hosts

We (and our dog) just spent a month in the house and had a great time. Cathy & Miguel are responsive and easy to work with and have insured that every detail is attended to. They go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable. The house is immaculate and rooms are good sized with two full bathrooms. Nice views from master and living areas. It is stocked with everything you could possibly need...and then some - from kitchen items, to cleaning supplies to USB hubs, fun stuff including bikes, paddle boards, kayaks, ping pong table, and a hammock. We thoroughly enjoyed the decks and wonderful outdoor seating area, which are good spots for seeing manatee and iguanas almost daily. We also appreciated the recommendations provided for restaurants and fishing guides. This is a great house with fantastic hosts.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2021
Thank you very much! 😊 It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy F.

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

Definitely home away from home

Happy Place Key Largo is no typical rental. With most rentals you get the bare minimum, if that. Cathy's place is not only spotless and beautifully decorated, but it is stocked with just about anything you might need for your stay. The kitchen was a dream with nice cookware, utensils, appliances, a big farm sink and a pantry, plus tons of spices and condiments. The washer/dryer were really helpful and cleaned clothes well. There are board games, cards, Cornhole, ping pong, tiki toss (really fun), kayaks, paddle boards, fire pit w/firewood, a lily pad to float in the canal if you want, and much more. The neighbors are all really friendly and the neighborhood was great to walk and ride bikes in. St. Justin Martyr church was a 5 minute walk and we loved hearing the bells! We saw so many manatees and fish in the canal. The 3rd floor balcony gives you a gorgeous view out to the bay & beautiful sunsets. The mosquitoes feasted on us so be sure to bring long sleeves & pants if you'll be spending time outside in the mornings and evenings. Cathy did have Off Skintastic and that was appreciated. The Weber gas grill was great and very handy right off the kitchen. Cathy was incredibly communicative any time I had a question. I would not hesitate to book here again!
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Fun

Great
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo S.

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

Wonderful

We enjoyed our month at Happy Place. Fished from the dock and the manatees stop to visit almost every day. The house was very comfortable and well equipped. Thanks Cathy and Miguel!!!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

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

Perfection

We stayed for a month to work remotely and enjoy the keys- couldn’t have asked for anything more! Perfect quiet location with easy access into Miami or down to key west, incredible house with every detail thought of, and a wonderful host! Highly recommend
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Jayne A.

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

Great stay!

This property is amazing and hosts are so kind and welcoming. My group stayed for a month and did virtual work. The home is clean and comfortable, the wifi is fast and could easily hand the majority of us using zoom through the day and the having the canal right in the backyard was the perfect set up. We saw manatees everyday and have left with lifelong memories. I would recommend anyone looking to stay in the keys to stay here. Thanks so much Cathy!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2021
Thank you very much for your kind words. I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to balance work and play. It was a pleasure having you guys. I hope you can come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Happy Place: A True Key Largo Gem!

This was the perfect month in paradise with my pup. It was so hard to leave, but we hope to be back — sooner rather than later. <3
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2021
Thank you for reviewing! It was a pleasure having you and Jax over. We hope you’ll join us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Happy Place Indeed!

Our first time in the Keys, and having such an amazing place to stay definitely helped! Happy Place became our happy place very quickly, enjoying peaceful mornings on one of the 2 balconies to enjoy our coffee, afternoons spent lounging in the outdoor space and of course sunsets on kayak! Location was very central to many area attractions, and food options endless!! Property was so well equipped with anything we may have needed during our stay, and our host, Cathy, was in contact throughout the stay to ensure we knew of local happenings, and was very responsive if anything needed to be addressed at the home. Overall, a FANTASTIC stay!!
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for the great review! I’m glad you were able to relax and enjoy the laid back lifestyle that the Keys has to offer. We enjoyed having you and hope you’ll come again. Have a safe trip back home!

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Clark-Reyes

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Miguel and Cathy live in Miami, both grew up enjoying water sports and have been enjoying the Florida Keys for over 30 years. We enjoy traveling, being on the water and spending quality time with our family and friends. Where better than in the Florida Keys.

Why they chose this property

Growing up by the water, it was only natural for us to want to purchase a second home in the Florida Keys. We loved that this property was close to Miami to allow us easier access to fun. Being on the calmer Bay side of the Keys has allowed us better paddling and amazing sunsets. The home has been a cozy place for our family to enjoy the laid back Keys lifestyle, have friends over, and enjoy our neighbors.

What makes this property unique

We take pride in our Happy Place and enjoy managing our vacation rental. We are active hosts who are always a phone call away for any questions or area suggestions. The house is very well maintained and we have put a lot of effort into making it a home away from home.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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