10/10 Excellent
Jo C.
24 Jan 2018
Happy holiday
Jo C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018
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Bayview Villa- Pet-Friendly Waterfront Paradise. A fisherman's dream!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6960 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Islamorada, FL
- Florida Keys Brewing Co.19 min walk
- Theater of the Sea4 min drive
- Bud n' Mary's Dive Center4 min drive
- Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Other (See Description)
1 Single Murphy Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
About this property
Bayview Villa- Pet-Friendly Waterfront Paradise. A fisherman's dream!
We have recently completed an inside and outside renovation. The Bayview Villa is a private, secluded villa facing Florida Bay and in view of the fabulous Everglades and gorgeous sunsets. Quick access to offshore fishing. Located in a lush tropical hammock in a quiet, one acre residential area (rare). The villa is approx. 30 feet from the water. The property contains a wading beach and a free marina with night lights, power and water. An enclosed patio offers private outdoor grill and dining.
The villa itself comes with a fully-equipped new stainless kitchen, full size LG washer and dryer, linens, two queen and one king beds, Cable TV, and a dining room. French doors in the dining area face the bay, spacious 700 square foot patio,and marina giving the feeling of the outdoors being in. Beautiful glass block showers with pebble floors are in both baths.
Islamorada proudly calls itself the 'Fishing Capital of the World' but there is so much more to do
The villa itself comes with a fully-equipped new stainless kitchen, full size LG washer and dryer, linens, two queen and one king beds, Cable TV, and a dining room. French doors in the dining area face the bay, spacious 700 square foot patio,and marina giving the feeling of the outdoors being in. Beautiful glass block showers with pebble floors are in both baths.
Islamorada proudly calls itself the 'Fishing Capital of the World' but there is so much more to do
Property manager
Phyllis Mitchell
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Walk in bay, seawall fishing at night
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs under 50 lbs. Owner absent, pet crated.Thanks
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Islamorada
Located in Matecumbe, a neighbourhood in Islamorada, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Keys History & Discovery Center and History of Diving Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hurricane Monument and Indian Key Historic State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Islamorada, FL
What's nearby
- Islamorada Brewery & Distillery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- History of Diving Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Theater of the Sea - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
- Bud n' Mary's Dive Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - 10 min walk
- Islamorada Fish Company - 2 min drive
- Wahoo's Bar & Grill - 2 min drive
- Green Turtle Inn - 2 min drive
- Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Great Circle Campground O.
7 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Great Circle Campground O.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steve M.
8 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property with an incredible view
Steve M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janie M.
6 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace on the Water
Janie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
TRACY T.
6 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
TRACY T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
John S.
18 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Keys Getway
John S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ann Marie Z., Ormond Beach, FL
28 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True Hidden Gem
Ann Marie Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
8/10 Good
Tom M.
7 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice place
Tom M.
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne K.
10 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Hideaway
Suzanne K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Angela H., Tyler
10 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not our first stay and definitely not our last
Angela H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
MARJORIE R.
2 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing place
MARJORIE R.
10/10 Excellent
Jill L.
18 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this gem!
Jill L.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Thomas G.
22 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Thomas G.
10/10 Excellent
Joan T.
22 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful trip we had!
Joan T.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kitt L.
6 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation in Islamorada.
Kitt L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
SUSANNA L.
10 Dec 2018
Exceptional!
SUSANNA L.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Logan B.
10 Sept 2018
Great Spot!
Logan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 Feb 2018
Perfect Destination
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen D.
18 Jul 2017
Paradise
Kathleen D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Linda G., Pine Island, FL
10 Dec 2016
Beautiful cottage on the water
Linda G.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
10 May 2016
Darby's favorite vacation spot
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
susan p., salem ny
29 Apr 2016
Wonderful pet friendly spot
susan p.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Robin S., St. Louis, Mo
11 Jan 2015
Way more than just a vacation rental, Everlasting Memories!
Robin S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Darlene W.
1 Oct 2014
Fantastic accommodations
Darlene W.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
John & Debra D., Windermere
3 May 2011
what a DREAM!!
John & Debra D.
About the host
Hosted by Phyllis Mitchell
We are Bob and Phyllis Mitchell and have loved the Keys since we moved to Florida in the late 60's. I was an airline pilot for 25 years and at the same time worked as the Marketing Manager for Florida Sportsman Magazine which I still do consulting work for. Phyllis is a retired teacher and professor who now works as a volunteer to a long list of organizations from the local parks to looking out for abandoned or abused children in the Keys. We both are very community involved and are on many Village committees. We love fishing, especially when our grandchildren are visiting. We did many years of offshore fishing and after that many years of backcountry but are now slowing down on that. Our big love is plants and gardening and we love to keep the Villa property native and beautiful as well as our nearby house on an acre. We will be thrilled to give you a tour of the local plants and what we have done with the Villa property and ours.
Why they chose this property
We have loved the Keys since we moved to Florida in the late 60's. Within a few years we discovered the most delightful Keys hideout in Islamorada that is now the Keys Villa we own and rent. At the time it was a small non-typical motel with just a few units. The Villa is a small house on the property, comfortable for four people, and is free standing on an acre property with a free protected Marina. We keep it constantly up-dated and remodeled, and very comfortable for our guests. The small town laid back atmosphere was very attractive but it took us until 1984 for this villa to come up for sale.
In December 2009 bought the Bayview Villa and have just completed a full inside/outside renovation and it is ready for your visit. There are three other rental accommodations, owned by friends, on the property so it is very quiet. We love it so much that we bought the property two doors north where we now live. We are nearby for your needs but not there unless you need us.
In December 2009 bought the Bayview Villa and have just completed a full inside/outside renovation and it is ready for your visit. There are three other rental accommodations, owned by friends, on the property so it is very quiet. We love it so much that we bought the property two doors north where we now live. We are nearby for your needs but not there unless you need us.
What makes this property unique
The property is so quiet with so few guests that folks naturally socialize. Nightly visits to the bay for the sunset, drinks and snacks become a norm. Maybe half the guests to the property are return people for years. A big hit is the occasional visits by an octopus which darts around changing colors as she passes over the bottom. Years ago one was feeding on the shrimp in my bait bag and when the bag was taken away from her she started putting her tentacles up on the dock looking for more. Soft heart, I fed her a few.
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