Keys living!!! Come enjoy a relaxing vacation on a 34’ catamaran sailboat, enjoying local sandbars upon charter request(different rates apply) during the day and star gazing at night! This unique sailboat only drafts 1.5 ft of water allowing you to explore back country and relax with the locals if your up for it! If not spend a quiet night at the dock enjoying great views and paddle boarding! Blue Dream Charters has several boats in its fleet including a 28’ whitewater used for short beach days, fishing, and snorkeling and also a 39’ sport fish available for full day offshore fishing for a trophy fish of a lifetime. Born and raised in key west so if you need help with anything I can lead you in the right direction. If you want to get out on the water let me know as soon as you book and discounts can be applied to charter. What are you waiting for? Let’s get out on the water in Key West with a local!
Property manager
Frank Ratcliff Jr
Premier Host
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Key West
Key West is home to this houseboat. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Southernmost Point are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Florida Keys Beaches and Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park. Wilhelmina Harvey Park and Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden are also worth visiting.
Stock Island Yacht Club & Marina - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
Getting around
Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
El Siboney Stock Island - 9 min drive
Hogfish Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
Hurricane Hole Marina - 9 min drive
Hurricane Joe's Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
The Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 34’ Catamaran Sailboat pet-friendly?
Yes, this houseboat allows pets (limit 4 total).
What time is check-in at 34’ Catamaran Sailboat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 34’ Catamaran Sailboat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 34’ Catamaran Sailboat located?
Situated in Key West, this houseboat is steps away from Florida Keys Beaches and Sugarloaf Beach. Boca Chica Nude Beach and Wilhelmina Harvey Park are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved our time on the sailboat this April! The boat was a great fit for us, and our daughter loved sleeping in a sailboat. The kayaks there allowed us to paddle and explore othr nearby canals. Abundunt fish were neat to see and catch from the boat and shore. The bathroom with shower was vital for cleaning up after swimming, and we used the adjacent large table and seating area on-shore as well. A great time in a ideal location onlyba few minutes from Key West. We look forward to being back in the future!
Carl H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was great and the host was very responsive to communication.
My wife and I were in Key West for the first time last weekend and we wanted to explore the island and several different resorts and Frank’s Catamaran was perfect for a home base. Frank is an amazing host who is born in raised in Key West and is also a fireman. Beds were super comfortable , A/C blows cold, and the stars at night were amazing. Really quiet and serene on the boat at night. We also arranged for Frank to take us out on one of his other boats to fish and explore the island, where he took us into the Mud Keys which was amazing. We caught and released a nurse shark as well which was one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommend for an experience that is unique from just staying in a hotel and the price was right too.
Troy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ross
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly, easy access and close to desired destination
Ross
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Carolee
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful time. It is an older, smaller boat but we enjoyed it. There is a port a pot in the cabin but there is a huge shower and bathroom under the carport. We were able to fish right off the boat. Frank will answer texts pretty quickly.
Carolee
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Trevi
6 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unique experience to stay on a catamaran and the host will even arrange for you to go out snorkeling, sandbar and fishing!
Staying on the boat was just like home on the lake. Great to be on the water. So much better than a typical resort/hotel.
Troy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Shane
26 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
It was 6 miles from key west which we liked.
It sits in an inlet so you don’t see much ocean or beach.
Property had a separate bath house. Bathroom wasn’t really usable & tv cord was missing so no tv (wasn’t there to watch tv)
If you have problems with close spaces, it wouldn’t be for you
Frank was freindly,knowlable and super accmodating. The facility was clean and close to everything we needed and far enough away from the noise...the locals where freindly and quiet.
Just a great stay....WE WILL BE BACK!
Frank and family were great to work with. Made sure we had everything we could need. Very welcoming and kind. Beautiful slice of heaven. Kiddos loved new experience sleeping and fishing off the boat
The catamaran was clean and comfortable even during the rain. The additional bath was perfect making our stay comfortable. Slept very well and enjoyed the host’s communications. We used it as a base of operations for three activity filled days. Would book again!
The host was very approachable. The price was very good for the Key West area which made it my choice. Having never spent any time in a sailboat, it took a bit of time getting used to the tight quarters. I was glad they have a full standard bathroom adjacent to the boat. I’d stay here again when in the area.
The boat was spacious for my husband and I. We also booked a sailing charter on it one day which was awesome. It’s very easy to get on and off of this boat.
Joy P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark
20 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very nice experience, Frank was very accommodating
So glad we did not cancel due to weather. The view, stay on boat, and most of all the communication between us and Frank Jr. Great host. We will definitely be back asap. They made us feel welcomed like family. Thank you so much Frank Jr, you are the best.
Thanks 😊 again and see you soon
Much love,
Juan & Jess
So glad we stayed here! It is exactly what I was looking for. A unique way to visit Key West. It was nice to open the hatches and have a nice breeze and great view of the stars. He has a nice bathroom with shower in the car port. The host was great with communication and was really cool. Definitely recommend
Alexander S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gabrielle
1 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed on the boat over Spring Break. There were 3 of us and we could have fit 1 more. Fitting six would be tight. The owners let us use kayaks and the shower/bathroom near the parking was excellent to clean off after a day at the beach. It’s 15 minutes to Smathers Beach and 20 minutes to Old Town.
Gabrielle
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by Frank Ratcliff Jr
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests