Viking Yacht Getaway in the Keys !!NEW LOCATION!! !!Tons of Amenities!!

Thank you, Faith! Glad you enjoyed your stay and found everything as described. Happy to hear the fans and info book helped make your stay more comfortable. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and would love to host you again anytime!

Thank you, Leigh! We really appreciate your feedback and are glad you enjoyed the location and amenities, as well as the responsiveness during your stay. Since your visit, I’ve gone down personally and made a number of updates and improvements to the boat to make the experience even more enjoyable for future guests. If you’re ever planning another trip, feel free to reach out—I’d be happy to offer you a reduced rate as a thank you for your feedback and for staying with us!

Thank you for your feedback—we’re glad to hear you found the boat clean and the bed comfortable. We do apologize for the AC issue during your stay. That has since been fully resolved, and the system is now working properly. We’re also continuing to make updates and improvements to enhance the overall experience. We appreciate your stay and hope to host you again in the future.

Hey Janene, sorry you feel this way! All you had todo was speak up about a few things that you mentioned here and they would have been resolved for you. Firstly the extra blankets and towels are under the bed which you never inquired about. Secondly the washer and dryer does work but their was work done on the boat and the breaker was never flipped back (could of been solved by asking the host aswell) the bathroom has been fixed since your reviews that you read, and then broken again right before your stay since it seems to be very delicate in its old age. I’ve now upgraded the boat with a very nice macerater pump style head that’s been giving zero issues moving forward. As for the overhead lights, those are a new issue we have just been brought to our attention on a guest after your stay but instead of leaving it in the great review, He told me personally so we could fix it for the next guest . :) Lastly the boat not having stairs at the dock, the tide moves and so does the boat. Stairs at the dock would be counter productive. Sometimes you arrive and the boat is higher than the dock. Sometimes you arrive and the boat is lower or flush to the dock. Stairs wouldn’t work. We have them on the deck for ease of getting on. Zero reason to have them on the dock itself. I’m sorry there was a few things that weren’t up to your expectations but we have staff that lives in the marina who could of helped with any issues and made your trip perfect, contact us next time :)

Thank you for your review. We take guest feedback seriously, but many of the claims listed are either inaccurate, exaggerated, or have since been addressed. For clarity, we’d like to respond point-by-point: • Hot water: A technician was sent during your stay to assess the issue. Due to the vessel’s location in Key West, marine repairs and parts are not always immediate, but the issue was actively being handled—not ignored. Additionally, guests were not left without access to hot water, as the marina provides clean, private bathroom facilities with hot water available as a backup option. • Wooden step: This was a minor issue and has since been repaired. Safe access to the vessel was always available. • “Pesticide odor” / cabinet: The cabinet being referenced is located on the back deck—not inside the living space of the boat. There was no pesticide odor inside the vessel. I personally stayed on board for a full week immediately after your visit to address any concerns and can confidently confirm there was no such odor present in the cabin. • “Broken boat apparatus”: This statement is extremely vague and was never reported during your stay. Comments like this, without specifics, do not reflect any identifiable issue. • Pier-side steps: This is a standard marina boarding setup, not a defect. Guests step onto the gunnel and then use a three-step entry into the boat, which provides safe and normal access for a vessel of this size. • Exterior sink / rust: The exterior sink is part of the boat’s fishing setup, not intended as a primary guest kitchen fixture. That said, we have since added a cover to improve presentation. Minor corrosion is normal in a saltwater environment. • General “run down” / corrosion claims: This is a working vessel in a marine environment, and some cosmetic wear is expected. The boat is cleaned and maintained regularly, and additional detailing has already been completed. • “Small vials of liquid”: This claim is not accurate. There were no unknown or unsafe substances left in guest areas. • Skylight handle / minor hardware: Addressed after your stay. • Shades / privacy: The vessel does have a rear window shade for privacy. This was not brought to our attention during your stay, and we would have been happy to point out its location if asked. No prior guests have reported privacy concerns. • Broken window glass: This is incorrect—there was no broken glass affecting safety or usability. • Dirty flooring / cleanliness claims: The vessel is cleaned between every stay. These concerns were never raised during your visit. • Ice trays / bathroom items: Not reported during your stay. Any concern like this would have been immediately handled if brought to our attention. • Bedroom heat / temperature: The bedroom is equipped with heat. It appears there may have been confusion on how to operate it, and we were not contacted for assistance. Additionally, temperatures in Key West were not anywhere near the 40s during this time. • Fan / cleanliness comment: The fans provided were functional and intended as an added comfort option. The concern raised referenced internal dust within the fan housing, which is not visible or accessible during standard cleaning without disassembly and does not impact function or guest experience. • Linens / washcloths: Standard linens are always provided. The claim of insufficient supply is inaccurate. • $250 reimbursement: This was discussed as a potential goodwill gesture while concerns were being reviewed. However, given the number of exaggerated and unsupported claims made after the stay, that reimbursement was not issued. Lastly, it’s important to note that the majority of these concerns were not communicated during your stay, which prevented us from addressing them in real time. You also completed your stay without requesting to leave early. We stand behind our property and continue to improve it. Many minor items mentioned have already been corrected, and future guests can feel confident in the experience we provide.

Thank you for your feedback. While we take all guest concerns seriously, many of the statements in this review are either inaccurate or lack important context. We’d like to clarify the main points: • Interior / deck lighting: During your stay, a switch controlling several of the high-hat lights had failed. This was communicated, and additional lighting was provided so the space remained fully usable. The switch has since been replaced, and all lighting on the boat is now 100% functional. The back deck lights were always working; only the underwater lights were temporarily out of service. • TVs “not working”: The TVs were functioning properly. As shown in your own messages and photos, the TVs powered on and displayed the system interface. The setup uses an Xbox and Fire TV (streaming-based, not cable), which requires selecting apps. I spent time troubleshooting step-by-step and even offered in-person assistance. I also personally went to the boat afterward and confirmed everything was working as intended. To simplify things further, I have since added a Fire Stick with a switcher for easier use for all guests. • Closet / storage: The closet contains essential cleaning items (broom/vacuum), which must be stored onboard due to space limitations typical of a vessel. There is still usable space for guest belongings, and this setup is standard for boats of this size. • Odor claim: The boat is professionally cleaned between every stay and does not have an ongoing odor issue. I personally stayed on board after your visit to address any concerns and can confidently confirm this claim is exaggerated. • AC / fans: The boat has central air. The fans provided are supplemental to improve airflow and comfort, which is standard for vessels, and are not intended to replace the AC system. • Boarding / access: The boat is tied to allow safe adjustment with tide changes, which is standard marina practice. Boarding involves a normal step onto the vessel (approximately 2–3 feet), followed by built-in steps inside. This is typical for boats of this size and part of the experience of staying on a vessel. • General expectations: This is a boat, not a hotel. While we strive to make the experience as comfortable as possible, certain aspects—layout, boarding, and systems—are inherently different from a traditional property. Additionally, throughout your stay, I remained responsive and actively worked to assist with any concerns, including troubleshooting in real time and offering to come in person. It’s also worth noting that after your stay, you inquired about extending your visit, which suggests the experience was not as described in this review. We continuously improve the vessel and guest experience. All previously mentioned minor issues have been addressed, and upgrades have been made to make everything even more user-friendly for future guests.

I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the sewage odor and the A/C breaker issue during your stay. Regarding the odor, we discovered that the guest bathroom had a problem with the pump under the floor, which was caused by a previous guest. The pump has since been repaired, and the issue is fully resolved. We’ve also replaced the A/C breaker to prevent any future interruptions. Thank you for bringing these matters to our attention, as it helps us improve for future guests. I’m glad to hear you still had a great time, and I hope your next stay with us will be even better!