Southern Diversion Estate

Our family of nine stayed here February 2020. The property is amazing. We watched the iguanas daily, played basketball, fished off of the dock, laid in the hammock, the kids played in the sand, kayaked right off of the waters edge, swam in the heated pool, played games and puzzles, sat on the screened in porch at night, there’s a patio with tables and chairs next to the pool and with five bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, we had plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen is very spacious with everything you would need. I also had to catch up on some work and had no problems with the internet. Joe, the property manager, is very responsive to any thing you may need. Property owners clearly know what vacationers need and have seen to every detail. The location is perfect, near grocery store, pharmacy, plenty of bars and restaurants and just an hour, forty five minutes from Key West.

Thank you for allowing us to stay here, would definitely return!

We traveled with Our four kids and 3 grands. 12 total. We never felt crowded because the house layout is perfect for large groups. We played games all week in the large living room. We brought our boat because there is easy access to the Gulf and the Ocean. We snorkeled right off the dock. Everyday someone was kayaking. Just out to the left of the house looking over the ocean you can see the sand bar. We took the boat out to hang with 30 other boats and just relaxed and enjoyed. We had a 3 foot Iguana visit us several days by the heated pool. He's scared of you so don't be afraid. Joe the property manager is great. He does not crowd you but will handle any request right away. Morada Bay for sunsets and a drink. We cooked what we caught and we also dined out, a lot. All 9 adults agreed that Bayside Gourmet has the best food, service and quaint ambience. We would love to return.

Our family vacation staying at this home was one we will never forget.

From the moment we drove through the gates our breath was taken away.

All the amenities and some of home away from home.

Huge spaces inside and out for large family vacation.

Super private, extremely clean and the feeling of safe.

An outdoor bbq we used to cook our Catch of the day.

There was not one place on this property that we didn’t love to sit and enjoy the sunshine, the spectacular views.

The screened in porch through the sliding doors from the main living area was a wonderful place to relax..

We are greatly appreciative you have offered your spectacular home to our family for the most memorable vacation that was simply perfect in every way.

Our family made wonderful memories of a lifetime.

The property was nice and private and had everything our family needed. It was everything that we expected. Will definitely come back.

Beautiful house and just as described, loved the pool and grounds. As mentioned in numerous reviews Joe is so helpful and on hand for any query. Surprised by the amount of wildlife around the house, so many birds including the noisiest red headed woodpecker, iguanas, squirrels etc. Although we rented a boat for fishing trips, some fishing was done from the jetty and 2 small sharks amongst other fish were caught from there. Very handy Publix across the road, a couple of minutes drive away and plenty of places to eat, for a really friendly drink and good value food we liked The Whistle Stop Pub. Ziggie and Mad Dogs was fabulous food but the portions were huge, even sharing dishes was a challenge. Our party consisted of 4 lads in their mid twentys and 2 couples 50/60s, we all loved it and if we return to Islamorada would love to rent this house again.