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Don't Miss This! Deep Water Canal, Swimspa Pool, Kayaks, Walk to Tiki Bars!!

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 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.

Don't Miss This! Deep Water Canal, Swimspa Pool, Kayaks, Walk to Tiki Bars!!

This updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with private canal lot is located in the heart of The Florida Keys in Marathon at Mile Marker 48.5. Convenient to all of the Keys! Our new 50’ seawall allows dockage of vessels up to 40’ - and, yes (!) we have PLENTY OF SPACE to park your boat trailer! No need to pay off site storage! Our new 14’ x 8’x 4' Swimspa pool completes the ideal Keys Oasis for your tropical getaway! If your group needs additional accommodations, please view our 5 star canal front home on the same street at VRBO #1027392!

Located at the end of a quiet, dead end, residential street just off US 1, The Overseas Highway, “Boot Key Bungalow” offers canal access and dockage on our private beach lot directly across the (very narrow and quiet) street from the home. Our front balcony and screen porch overlook the lot and canal so you can always have an eye on your boat! Spend your afternoons waterside under our sail shade, fishing from the dock, or tanning from our loungers at our private canal lot.

Boot Key Bungalow’s water access is a 50’ new dock and seawall on a wide, deep water canal less than 200 yards from Boot Key Harbour, home to the ever popular Dockside Grill, Burdines and Chiki Tiki Grill, and just around the corner by water from the beginning of the famous Seven Mile Bridge. Sombrero Reef, with its crystal clear water, is a snorklers and divers delight which can be reached in a very short boat ride! You can be in the wide open Atlantic or the Gulf in a matter of minutes from the house. 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 3 provided kayaks or explore the endless mangrove trails! You're also within walking distance of our favorite restaurant, coffee shop, art gallery, dive shop, bar, and even The Turtle Hospital!

Closer to home, 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 14' heated (or not!), jetted swimming pool spa. Our screen porch is a perfect setting to enjoy your morning coffee, your nightcap, and everything in between! Our outside entertainment area on the ground level is set up with teak dining tables, a large gas grill, and a television with DishTV programming. 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 Boot Key Bungalow 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 an open floor plan that keeps everyone together, you’re never left out when on "kitchen duty"! Our indoor dining table seats 6 as well as another dining table on the screen porch. The living area with our large sectional sofa is perfect for air conditioned relaxation or television viewing with our internet capable and DishTV programmed television. We have 2 bedrooms which feature queen size beds and one bedroom with a full bed. There’s plenty of closet and drawer space in all! The master bedroom (with TV) has its own bathroom with shower and the other 2 bedrooms (one with TV), share a totally renovated bath with tub/shower combination. The washer and dryer allow you to pack less and return home with clean clothes! And rest assured, the home has central air conditioning for reprieve from your tropical vacation!

Enjoy total privacy, including no contact self check-in, at this immaculate home. We are ensuring the health and well being of each future guest by following CDC guidelines to thoroughly disinfect and sanitize with an EPA Approved Disinfectant all hard surfaces, door knobs, remote controls, faucets, cabinet pulls and other areas in order to protect against COVID 19 and it’s variants. Unlike a hotel or resort, this is our personal home and we take pride in our high standard of hygiene for ourselves and our guests.

We're in the perfect spot for walking or bicycling as we're less than a mile from Publix, West Marine, a variety of bait and tackle shops, the 33rd Street Public Boat Ramp, The Turtle Hospital, Walgreens, Home Depot, and a large variety of restaurants, including ocean front grills and bars! Boot Key Bungalow, and our 2 bedroom sister home across the street, 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, Boot Key Bungalow!

Please note, our home is a well constructed single family home with a large yard and trees! Be sure to do your homework as many listings in the area are 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 Boot Key Bungalow! Please note, the street level is for parking and one of our entertainment areas; however, access to the living area is up one flight of wide stairs with rails on both sides. (Please see home photos if navigating stairs is an issue)

City of Marathon Vacation License:
VACA-21-320

Property manager

Kathy Reynolds

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak

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: 1,300 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: 27

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
Note from host: We love pets but DO NOT ALLOW pets of any kind

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The total guest number of 6 DOES include infants

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

Property is also known as

Boot Key Harbour Home Easy Access to Ocean Gulf Florida Keys
New Listing! Boot Key Harbour Home Easy Access to Ocean Gulf!

About the neighborhood

Map
FL, Marathon

What's nearby

  • The Turtle Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Crane Point Museum and Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Florida Keys Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 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 Don't Miss This! Deep Water Canal, Swimspa Pool, Kayaks, Walk to Tiki Bars!! have a pool?

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

Is Don't Miss This! Deep Water Canal, Swimspa Pool, Kayaks, Walk to Tiki Bars!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Don't Miss This! Deep Water Canal, Swimspa Pool, Kayaks, Walk to Tiki Bars!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Don't Miss This! Deep Water Canal, Swimspa Pool, Kayaks, Walk to Tiki Bars!!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Don't Miss This! Deep Water Canal, Swimspa Pool, Kayaks, Walk to Tiki Bars!! 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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Don't Miss This! Deep Water Canal, Swimspa Pool, Kayaks, Walk to Tiki Bars!! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful home in Marathon, FL. We enjoyed the proximity to the Mangroves, kayaking and the wonderful swim spa. Very relaxing! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The house was very clean and the fishing was fun for me and the kids! We caught fish everyday!Lots of nice restaurants in Marathon as well.Thank you for the great memories!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Thanks for a wonderful stay. Beautiful location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Fantastic week plus with our family of 4 … great host, house, location, and amenities … would definitely stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Great vacation. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Property is as described, very well maintained. Great location! We rented a boat for pleasure, and fishing. Highly recommend property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We've stayed in Marathon at several locations and this is our favorite. The house was clean, checking in and out was easy, and the host was very responsive. Swimspa was a bonus. Close to great restaurants, a short drive to Bahia Honda State Park, and 1 hr drive to Key West.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great home and great lot on the canal.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10

Vaca like a local -excellent property for group or family
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10

First time visiting the Keys and this property was one of the nicest we have stayed in. Very clean with lots of amenities ( kayaks, swim spa, gas grill, etc). Access to the canal and the use of kayaks was a huge plus! Manatees came right up to the dock several times while we were there!! Took the kayaks out to the mangroves and really enjoyed seeing the birds and sea life. The kayaks don't have seat bacs, but we used the lifejackets for that and that worked well.The only "negative" of the trip (and not anything owner had control over) was the construction noise coming from the canal one over from us...sounded like a jackhammer and it went on all day every day we were there. Didn't stop us from enjoying our trip, but was a bit annoying.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

We had a great time and stay in Kathy’s VRBO. I would highly recommend this place. Nice, clean and convenient location. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Overall 5 stars! Will definitely rent this again and refer friends
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Great communication with the owner, very quick to respond. Enjoyed the home had everything we needed plus more. We plan on renting this home again
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Beautiful home, welcoming and loved having the additional lot across the street, very tropical
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

All in all very good trip everything was very , we were able to get everywhere by boat .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

This was a great place to stay on a beautiful property that was conveniently close to everything we needed. The master bed was so comfortable I asked the owner for the mattress topper info so I can order one for home. We really enjoyed the private spapool each night and spending time fishing on the dock in the mornings. We had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Our stay was wonderful, sat on the upstairs porch for coffee before we began our day, used the swim spa when we returned and sat downstairs for our own "happy hour or hours" Saw a manatee in the canal along with a Iguana. Great time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

This spot is perfect. Close to grocery stores, gas stations, local restaurants. Loved the swim spa, loved the area underneath the house and the canal front. We went out on kayaks almost everyday! Kathy, the host/owner is amazing! No issues at all. Highly reconmend and will be back
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

We would recommend this property to everyone. Was clean, beautiful. Great location. Close to everything. Property was perfect never had to leave if you wouldn't want to. Had everything. Can't say enough good to things. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

We had a fabulous time exploring the Keys while staying at this house. Two kayaks, a swim spa, everything you could want or need for a beach vacation (including a cooler and beach towels) were here. A very short drive from Sombrero Beach and easy access to both the upper and lower keys. Dinners on the screened in porch were fantastic! We will miss this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Good property. Nice layout. Had already checked the address out on a previous trip so I already knew what we were getting as far as proximity to dock (It is across the street). I would consider again for a future trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We loved staying at Kathy’s house in Marathon. There is so much to enjoy on the property. The house was simply set up, with all the comforts of home. You do not need anything but your clothes and toiletries. The kitchen is fully-stocked, shower and beach towels are included. We spent our nights in the swimspa and it was so unbelievably relaxing after our busy days. We would listen to music, stargazing. We spent a lot of time on the screened-in porch. The sun rises on that side of the house and eating breakfast and reading were some peaceful moments we had together.If we weren’t in the house, we were across the street in the beach chairs or out in the kayaks. It was nice to not have to rush around anywhere. Kathy’s house is very close to Sombrero Beach, my favorite beach. We had a much needed, restful vacation and Kathy’s house perfected the trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We loved everything about the house!! The location was perfect. We rented a boat & was able to dock it at the house. The individuals that rented the house by us that is also owned by this couple, was so nice!! We all had supper together one night at their rental house. We seen a nerf shark, tarpon & manatee at our canal lot. We will try to stay here again when we get back down here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

3 couples stayed. The place was great, and we loved the canal access. The water was beautiful to relax at, plus we were able to rent a boat for a couple days and keep it at the rental. The wind broke apart one of the shade ropes, and I let Kathy know. Someone was there to fix it within 15 minutes. Great communication before and during the trip. Thanks again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. It was immaculate when we checked in. Kathy, the host, was very responsive, and gave lots of great suggestions of things we could do with our time there. Our favorite part about the house is all the great outdoor spaces. You can hang out in the hot tub out back, sit in the screened porch, or on the lower patio in the shade. Our favorite outdoor space was the lot across the street that bordered the canal. This was a perfect place to unwind in the evening and listen to the fish jump or sit in the morning and sip your coffee. We even had six manatees come right up to the dock to visit us while we were out there. This is a great property, and I highly recommend it for anyone looking to spend time in marathon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024