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Summer Openings Including Mini Season! Deep Water Canal, SwimSpa Pool, Kayaks!

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Aerial view
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Summer Openings Including Mini Season! Deep Water Canal, SwimSpa Pool, Kayaks!

**If you’re looking for larger accommodations, please view our home on the same canal, VRBO # 2413494**

Enjoy total privacy, including no contact self check-in, at this immaculate canal front home. Come relax and enjoy the convenience, seclusion, and comfort of our canal front, one level, "Twin Dolphin" home in the heart of the Florida Keys and Marathon, Florida at Mile Marker 48.5! With no neighbors on either side of the home, this is the ideal spot for personal space at our 100 foot wide lot in the middle of the Keys! The mangrove trails of Boot Key are only a 10 minute paddle from the backyard in the 2 provided kayaks. Twin Dolphin is situated on a wide, deep water, canal less than 200 yards from Boot Key Harbour, home to the ever popular Burdines and Chiki Tiki Grill. With plenty of dockage for your boat (up to 40') and space at the house to park your boat trailer, and just around the corner by water from the beginning of the famous Seven Mile Bridge, this is truly a vacationer’s paradise. Sombrero Reef, with its crystal clear water, is a snorklers and divers delight which can be reached in a very short boat ride from Twin Dolphin! Bring your own boat, rent one here or charter a fishing or dive/snorkel trip. The options are truly endless! Beautiful Sombrero Beach is just a kayak paddle away through Boot Key Harbor in one of the 2 provided kayaks.

Closer to home, in the canal front backyard you can clean your day's catch waterside at our fish cleaning station, wash away the heat and salt of the day in our private outdoor shower and settle in for some relaxation or swimming in our 16' heated (or not!), jetted swimming pool spa. The shade of the tiki hut is a perfect setting to enjoy your morning coffee, your nightcap, and everything in between! And of course, the waterside hammock under the coconut palms is the ideal location for those much needed siestas! For the more energetic, you can drop the provided kayaks in the water and explore Boot Key and the surrounding canals. You're likely to see Manatee, Dolphin and a wide range of fish and other wildlife!

Indoors, you'll find Twin Dolphin very accommodating for your vacation needs and comfort. The amply supplied kitchen provides everything you should require for preparing the simplest to the extravagant meal. With granite countertops and plenty of workspace, looking out to the beautiful patio and beyond to the water should make "kitchen duty" a breeze! The Twin Dolphin dining table seats 6 in our cheerful sun/dining room; however, most opt for meals under the TikiHut. The living area is perfect for air conditioned relaxation while enjoying your favorite shows or sporting events on the new 60" television with DISH TV programming and internet capability. The 2 bedrooms feature queen size beds, plenty of closet and drawer space, and one is equipped with an internet capable television with DISH TV and a built in DVD player. The full bathroom has a tub/shower combination. There is also a comfy new queen size sleeper sofa in the living area for additional sleep space. The washer and dryer allow you to pack less and return home with clean clothes! The bait freezer is for your use during your stay as well. And rest assured, the home has central air conditioning for reprieve from your tropical vacation!

Located at Mile Marker 48.5, on a quiet residential street directly off of Highway One (The Overseas Highway), we're in the perfect spot for walking or bicycling as we're less than a mile from Publix, West Marine, the 33rd Street Public Boat Ramp, Walgreens, Home Depot, and a large variety of restaurants, including ocean front grills and bars! Twin Dolphin truly couldn't be in a more convenient location by land or water. Come explore the Florida Keys at your home away from home, Twin Dolphin!

Please note, our home is a well constructed single family home with a yard and trees! Be sure to do your homework as many listings are modular/mobile homes situated on concrete slabs with no yard and the next mobile home just an arms length away. There will be no unpleasant surprises if you decide to vacation at Twin Dolphin!

City of Marathon Vacation License:
VACA-20-1137

Property manager

Kathy Reynolds

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING INSIDE

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please note, this is a waterfront home

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Deep Water Canal Front Home Convenient Ocean Gulf House Marathon
Deep Water Canal Front Home Convenient Ocean Gulf Marathon
Deep Water Canal Front Home Convenient Ocean Gulf
Deep Water Canal Front Home Convenient Ocean Gulf Marathon
Deep Water Canal Front Home Convenient Ocean Gulf
Deep Water Canal Front Home Convenient to Ocean Gulf!
Deep Water Canal Front Home Convenient to Ocean Gulf!
Deep Water Canal Front Home Convenient Ocean Gulf House Marathon
Deep Water Canal Front Home Convenient Ocean Gulf House

About the neighborhood

Map
FL, Marathon

What's nearby

  • The Turtle Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Florida Keys Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Vaca Key - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Sombrero Beach - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Seven Mile Bridge - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Porky's Bayside - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burdines Waterfront - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Summer Openings Including Mini Season! Deep Water Canal, SwimSpa Pool, Kayaks! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Summer Openings Including Mini Season! Deep Water Canal, SwimSpa Pool, Kayaks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Summer Openings Including Mini Season! Deep Water Canal, SwimSpa Pool, Kayaks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Openings Including Mini Season! Deep Water Canal, SwimSpa Pool, Kayaks!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Openings Including Mini Season! Deep Water Canal, SwimSpa Pool, Kayaks! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Boot Key Harbor and Shady Palm Art Gallery. Fishermen's Community Hospital and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Summer Openings Including Mini Season! Deep Water Canal, SwimSpa Pool, Kayaks! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

The house was very nice. A quiet retreat for the week. We even had a chance to see a manatee in the canal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The house was very clean and better than expected with updated kitchen. The kayaks were the best! We went out several times and saw manatees, a shark and many dolphins. We had everything we needed. Tiki bar, large hot tub, lounge chairs, on the canal in a convenient location. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Twin Dolphin is absolutely perfect! It was everything that we were hoping for and more. We had such a great time and we can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The host is the sweetest lady and very easy to get a hold of. This house was amazing. The beds were comfy. We spent so much time on the back porch and I loved spending the mornings on the hammock. The canal was perfect, we saw about 2 manatees a day and a dolphin one evening. My husband loved having his boat out behind the house so he could wake up and go fishing every morning. We will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

My husband and I stayed here celebrating my 60th birthdate. This house was emmaculate. The canal view was very calming and the lication was serene and peaceful. It was close to good eating places and two grocery stores. Its a one hour drive one way to Key West. The swim spa was nice to have on busy days. We would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking to relax in the Keys.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

We loved the place. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Great little waterfront house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Had a great stay at this home. Very clean , perfect location and very quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10

Very nice property, clean, comfortable, well decorated, well supplied, great swim/spa, advertised correctly, would not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Clean,perfect size,comfortable beds, everything you need really! Our kids enjoyed the jetted pool and kayaks a lot! We loved eating outside with the covered table and great grill!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017

10/10

Property was lovely, in is great location. We used the kayaks and swim spa daily, and walked to local restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10

We loved our stay at the twin dolphin. The place is exactly as it is described on VRBO. It was close to many awesome spots, although walkers take your life in your hands on the highway. Beds were comfortable but small for queens. Great dock to fish and people watch and the swim spa was great! Only 2 small beefs… there was never enough hot water and the cleaning crew working outside filled every trash can leaving us no place to put checkout trash. .
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

This was a great property. Our family enjoyed the house - it was a convenient launching point for activities throughout the Keys. With the swimspa present, we elected to spend several days just at the house relaxing. Very clean, comfortable and well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We enjoyed staying at Twin Dolphins house for a week and did not want to leave. The house is immaculately clean and the outdoor space is amazing. We spent a lot of time sitting under the tiki hut enjoying the rustling palm trees, fish popping up in the canal as well as the manatees swimming in the canal. We also enjoyed the provided kayaks and spent several hours exploring the harbor and canals. The location was great and we were able to enjoy many of the activities of the keys. The host communication was great and answered all our questions prior to our arrival with the packet she sent us. I would highly recommend this vacation rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

This home was perfect for our small boat fishing family. I would highly recommend this home to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

Kathy is awesome and was easily available! Definitely will rent from her again in the future!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10

Home was great, fresh and very pleasant stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

This was our second stay and we had a wonderful trip. The house is clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the hot tub and sitting under the tiki hut. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Perfect for our week long stay. It was great being able to dock our flats boat in the back yard for the week. The home has comfortable beds and was clean. We would definitely stay here again. Very happy with the property and home owners notes and recommendations of restaurants on the water and land.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

Enjoyed our time at Twin Dolphin. Clean home on a great canal with easy access to boating, fishing and snorkeling. Host was very attentive and easy to get ahold of. Hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10

Such a GREAT property!!!! Can’t wait to book a stay here again soon!!!! Highly recommend this for your stay in Marathon!!!!!!! Just perfect!!! Clean, peaceful, quiet and perfect location!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Adorable place right on the water, we couldn't have been more comfortable. We had a blast!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020

10/10

Property was as advertised. Loved having a dock! Owner very easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

This home is absolutely perfect! Although it was hot during our stay, the breeze in the back kept it cool! The swimspa was great to dip in and cool off. The best part was being able to kayak with six manatees that came straight to the canal! We saw nurse shark, dolphin, barracuda, and a large variety of other fish. The location is perfect. Everything was perfect! We will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

The property is great. Ideal location in Marathon. Perfect for a family of 4 -- everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020