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OPEN WATER PARADISE 2/2 HALF DUPLEX IN KEY COLONY BEACH MARATHON, FL 34

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Night view of entire unit
3+ kayaks available at all times 3 single 1 tandem

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Key Colony Beach, FL
  • Place, Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Curry Hammock State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset Park Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

OPEN WATER PARADISE 2/2 HALF DUPLEX IN KEY COLONY BEACH MARATHON, FL 34

Open Water Paradise | Key Colony Beach
Modern • Clean • Spacious • Walk-Through Layout
Traveling with a larger group? Ask about the unit next door.

WAKE UP TO TRUE OPEN WATER VIEWS — NOT A CANAL.
Step outside and you’re instantly in the Keys lifestyle.

This beautifully remodeled half-duplex sits directly on Bonefish Bay in the quiet island community of Key Colony Beach — offering rare open-water access you won’t find just anywhere in the Florida Keys.

2 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | Sleeps 4
7-Night Minimum | No Smoking | No Parties

Start your mornings with coffee on the screened porch, spend the day fishing or kayaking from your backyard, and unwind with sunset views over the water. The open walk-through layout makes the home feel bright, easy, and comfortable from the moment you walk in.

Inside you’ll enjoy:
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Washer & dryer
• Fast WiFi + 3 Smart TVs to stream your favorite shows and movies
• Clean, modern coastal feel throughout

Sleeping Arrangements:
• King Master Suite
• Guest Room: Queen + Twin-over-Twin Bunk

Extras that make the difference:
✓ 30’ deep-water private dock (bring your boat)
✓ Bait freezer + fish cleaning station
✓ 3 kayaks, 2 bikes
✓ Gas grill + outdoor seating
✓ 2 private parking spaces
✓ Near beach, restaurants & marina

Good to know:
If bringing a boat, please let us know at booking. Additional kayaks and bikes available upon request. Traveling with family or friends? Our unit next door can be rented together for the perfect setup.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

NO PARTIES

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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO SMOKING NO EXCEPTIONS

Return all bikes, kayaks, and furniture to their original place prior to check out.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2137316vb
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
Note from host: NO PARTIES
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Key Colony Beach

Located in Key Colony Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Marathon Air Museum and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center and Florida Keys Country Club. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Key Colony Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • San Pablo Catholic Church - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sunset Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Island Fish Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OPEN WATER PARADISE 2/2 HALF DUPLEX IN KEY COLONY BEACH MARATHON, FL 34 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at OPEN WATER PARADISE 2/2 HALF DUPLEX IN KEY COLONY BEACH MARATHON, FL 34?

As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at OPEN WATER PARADISE 2/2 HALF DUPLEX IN KEY COLONY BEACH MARATHON, FL 34 on 1 Aug, 2026 start from S$341, 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 OPEN WATER PARADISE 2/2 HALF DUPLEX IN KEY COLONY BEACH MARATHON, FL 34?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at OPEN WATER PARADISE 2/2 HALF DUPLEX IN KEY COLONY BEACH MARATHON, FL 34?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OPEN WATER PARADISE 2/2 HALF DUPLEX IN KEY COLONY BEACH MARATHON, FL 34?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OPEN WATER PARADISE 2/2 HALF DUPLEX IN KEY COLONY BEACH MARATHON, FL 34 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Coco Plum Beach, Marathon Visitor Center and Curry Hammock State Park. San Pablo Catholic Church and Sunset Park Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location for waterfront views. The duplex was perfectly cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! We loved fishing off the dock and walking to the Farmers Market on Tuesday. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay, and we are just as pleased this time as we were the first. The home is clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully equipped with everything needed for a week of fun and relaxation. The sunrise views are absolutely beautiful, and the turf grass is such a nice touch, it made sitting outside even more enjoyable. Mellisa is always responsive and helpful with any questions. We truly enjoyed our time here and will definitely be back.This location is prime for its beautiful views, a varity of dining options, outdoor activities in a laid-back community that you will feel safe in.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We rented a boat and kept it right at the dock. Super convenient. Loved the waterfront setting. Master bed super comfortable. Great location for restaurant options. Great walking to beaches. Location location
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rely h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place. Comfortable, clean and host is great as well
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri R.

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

Wonderful Stay

Our family enjoyed our stay We loved the kayaks and the use of the Cabana Club After our days out it was nice to come back to a comfortable and clean space
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack G.

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

One of my nicest stays hands down!

Beautiful on the water clean just a dream vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Host Melissa was outstanding very accommodating and open line of communication. Dock serviced the boat perfectly. A perfect overdue get away. Thanks for sharing a piece of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Great location

Very comfortable house. The view is wonderfulm
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cynthia s.

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

Water

This property was right on the water beautiful views great place to stay
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shepheard B.

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

Perfect.

Everything was great! Beautiful spot on the canals, excellent service.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robin T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Good location and good for pet owners. We did stay for a month Home does need repairs and could use a deep clean. Pictures are not accurate of amenities. Different smaller lanai furniture, bikes are different and in poor shape ( rusted). Living room window had very large cracks on the outside and outside lights to entrance were out. (I did alert owner beginning of 3rd week ,lights were changed 3 days before we left. 1 stadium chair was broken and pool noodles were rotted. I was told to throw them out. Owner did communicate promptly and was very nice. Kitchen could use basic cleaning supplies (windex, etc) and general spices, pepper for example. Does have new washer and dryer and beds weee comfortable.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your detailed review and for staying with us for the month—we truly appreciate your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the location, found the beds comfortable, and had a positive experience with communication. That means a lot to us. We do want to address a few of your concerns. The crack on the living room window is on the exterior pane only and does not affect the integrity or safety of the home, but we understand how it may look concerning and are working toward a full replacement. The exterior light was replaced as soon as possible once brought to our attention, and we appreciate your patience there. Regarding the bikes, outdoor items, and a few accessories like the chair and pool noodles—these are provided as courtesy items and, due to the coastal environment, can experience wear more quickly. That said, we are in the process of refreshing and replacing several of these items in the next two weeks. Cleanliness is something we take very seriously, and your feedback has been shared with our cleaning team to ensure a more thorough deep clean moving forward. We will also review the inventory of basic supplies to improve the guest experience. As for the lanai furniture and amenities, we do periodically update items, but we will revisit our listing photos to make sure they accurately reflect what guests can expect. Thank you again for your stay and for taking the time to share your thoughts—it helps us continue to improve.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

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

Great Location

very nice place to stay. Bring your boat it will be right behind the house. Easy access to Atlantic. Cabana Club membership was a plus.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda B.

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

Awesome and comfortable

The views are amazing and the location is perfect. Communication was also more than adequate. It was well equipped and accommodating. We will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

great location

Staying in Marathon kept you central to the Keys. Staying at this house as a blessing. Clean, cool, easy access, Cabana Club access, and water on both front and back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing Keys Getaway

We had an excellent stay at the Half Duplex. We visit the Keys about every other year and this place was perfect for my husband, myself and our friend. Key Colony is a great location and the house was just what we needed. The beds were very comfortable and we enjoyed the kayaks as well as the bikes. The Sunrises from the dock or the porch every morning were simply amazing. The host was great to work with and quick to answer questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christine C.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
We stayed at this property for one month. When we arrived, the place appeared generally clean, although a few details have been missed-for example there was spaghetti left on the countertop and the kitchen sponge hadn’t been changed. The unit was also very cold when we arrived, and we spent the first night uncomfortable. The owner was very responsive and by the second night brought two heaters, which made a big difference and improved our comfort. Some of the amenities could use a little updating. The kayaks were quite worn in the bikes were not rideable due to rust. The doors to the lanai also needed some repair and did not close properly. Overall, the host communicated quickly, but the property could benefit from more thorough cleaning and some maintenance, particularly for a longer stays.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. Upon being notified of the items mentioned at check-in, our cleaning team promptly returned to address the concerns. We strive to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and respond quickly when anything is brought to our attention. Regarding the temperature, the Florida Keys experienced an unusual cold front during your stay. While heaters are not typically necessary in this area, we made arrangements and personally delivered two heaters within 24 hours to ensure your comfort. As for the amenities, the kayaks and bicycles are functional and regularly used. We will continue to monitor their condition, but they are available and operable for guest use. The lanai doors are equipped with a soft-close mechanism by design, and no operational issues have been identified. We take all feedback seriously; however, we also make every effort to address concerns promptly during a guest’s stay, which we did in this case.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc C.

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

Awesome

Owner was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Wonderful Holiday Stay!

Great stay at this property over the holidays! Check in/check out were painless. The place was spotless! Melissa is a wonderful host who is readily available via text to answer questions. Location was perfect for visiting various spots in the Keys and the Cabana Club was so wonderful! Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location with water views on both sides of the property! This is a great central keys location with direct fishing access as well as a boat slip if you have one. Better suited for families since you have to walk through the guest bedroom or exit outside to access the kitchen or main living area from the master bedroom. Clean and comfortable. kayaks, bikes, and fishing rods included.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kandice B.

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

Wonderful Vacation

Wonderful Host, with a beautiful water front cottage. Our family felt so relaxed & happy at Melissa’s Rental. We made lots of wonderful memories with our two teenage Grandsons🤗🌴🏊‍♀️🚣‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏖️ Thank U for being so kind😘
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

Relax to the max

We had a wonderful stay here. To sit and enjoy the water directly behind the house was good for the soul. It matched the photos and we had a great time! I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Great place to stay whether fishing or relaxing~!!

The place is very clean and accommodating! Close to everything! Owner is very easy to communicate with. Place is nicely decorated. Loved fishing off the pier and having the fish cleaning table. The fish and bait freezer was a huge plus! Would definitely recommend to family and friends!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea E.

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

Relaxing Water Views!

We had a relaxing week in KCB with beautiful water views. The back porch is a comfortable place to watch the sun come up with a cup of coffee, and it was great to have beach chairs and kayaks available for use. The location was perfect for exploring the Keys from Islamorada to Key West; nothing was a far drive. The bedrooms and baths have been nicely updated and we found the king bed to be very comfortable. Melissa checked in on us to make sure we had everything we needed and was quick to respond to our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

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