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Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach.

Marathon vacation home with private pool

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102497 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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Marathon, FL
  • Place, Marathon Air Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sombrero Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Coco Plum Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Marathon

Close to airport.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Marathon vacation home, you'll find Marathon Air Museum and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center. Sunset Park Beach and Coco Plum Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Marathon Air Museum - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sombrero Beach - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Coco Plum Beach - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Dolphin Research Center - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Seven Mile Bridge - 13 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Island Fish Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach.

# Luxury Waterfront Retreat in Marathon

**Saturday-to-Saturday Reservations Only**

Welcome to your ultimate Florida Keys getaway!

This stunning Gulf-side waterfront home offers the perfect combination of **comfort, luxury, boating, and convenience**. With easy access to the Gulf of Mexico, quick access to the Atlantic Ocean through Vaca Cut, an incredible 75-foot dock, private pool and spa, and endless entertainment for the entire family, this home has everything you need for an unforgettable Keys vacation.

The home comfortably accommodates up to **10 guests** and is designed for both relaxation and adventure. Best of all, **pool and spa heating are included at no additional charge**, so you can enjoy the full vacation experience.

## The Home

Inside, you'll find four beautifully appointed bedrooms plus a sleeper sofa in the living room:

* Two master king suites, each with an en-suite bathroom for added comfort and privacy
* One queen bedroom with a shared bathroom
* One bunk bedroom featuring a queen bed on the bottom and a full bed on top
* One sleeper sofa in the living room
* Every bedroom includes its own TV

The home features **two fully equipped kitchens**—an indoor chef's kitchen and a spectacular outdoor kitchen—both with modern appliances. A BBQ is also available, making it easy to prepare family meals or cook your fresh catch after a day on the water.

## Outdoor Living

The outdoor area is where this home truly shines. Spend your days enjoying the private pool and spa, relaxing by the water, kayaking, fishing, or gathering with family and friends in the spacious outdoor entertaining areas.

The pool features a **saltwater chlorination system that does not use traditional liquid bleach**, providing a more comfortable and enjoyable swimming experience.

Additional amenities include:

* Private pool and spa
* Outdoor kitchen and BBQ
* Kayaks
* Pool table
* Foosball table
* Dominoes table
* Arcade games
* Books and table games
* Commercial ice machine
* Fish cleaning station
* Bait freezer

## A Boater's Dream

Boaters and anglers will love this property's location.

The home sits on a **deep-water canal with easy access to the Gulf of Mexico** and features an impressive **75-foot private dock**, providing space for up to two boats.

Want to head offshore? **Vaca Cut is approximately 10 minutes away by boat**, providing convenient access from the Gulf side to the Atlantic Ocean. Whether you're planning a day of offshore fishing, diving, snorkeling, or simply cruising the Keys, you'll have excellent access to both sides of the island.

Even better, there is a **public boat ramp approximately 3 minutes from the house**, making launching your boat quick and convenient. After launching, you can bring your trailer back to the property, where there is plenty of room for trailer parking.

The property accommodates:

* Up to two boats
* Up to two boat trailers
* Up to four vehicles

Bring the boat, launch just minutes away, park your trailer at the house, and start enjoying the water!

## Pool & Spa Heating

**Pool and spa heating are included at no additional charge.**

**Heating Schedule:**
Pool: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Spa: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Please note that the pool and spa cannot be heated simultaneously. Temperatures and schedules may be adjusted within reason for guest comfort.

## Prime Marathon Location

The home is conveniently located just **8–10 minutes from Sombrero Beach** and close to restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, attractions, and everything you need during your stay.

Whether you want to spend your vacation boating and fishing, relaxing by the pool, exploring the Keys, or simply enjoying quality time with family and friends, this location makes it easy to experience the best of Marathon.

## Included Starter Amenities

Sandy Palms Vacations provides a complimentary starter kit that includes:

* Shampoo and hand soap
* Toilet paper
* Paper towels
* Dishwasher detergent
* Laundry detergent

These items are provided to help you settle in comfortably upon arrival. Guests will need to purchase additional supplies as needed for the remainder of their stay.

Mid-stay cleaning is available upon request for an additional fee.

## Important House Information

* Saturday-to-Saturday reservations only unless alternate dates are approved in advance by an agent
* Maximum occupancy: 10 guests at any time, including visitors
* No pets
* No smoking
* No parties or events
* Up to two boats and two boat trailers permitted
* Parking for up to four vehicles
* Check-in begins at 4:00 PM
* Check-out is by 10:00 AM

Our Quality Control Team will inspect the property on the day of arrival to ensure everything is ready for a memorable check-in experience.

Arrival instructions and your access code will be emailed approximately 48 hours before arrival.

For security purposes, the home has exterior surveillance cameras monitoring the outside of the property only.

Guests are responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by themselves or members of their party during their stay.

## Cleaning Standards

We are committed to providing a clean and comfortable environment for every guest.

Our cleaning practices include contactless check-in and check-out, professional cleaning between reservations, and thorough cleaning and disinfection of high-touch surfaces such as countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets.

## Questions or Concerns

If you have any questions before or during your stay, please contact your Sandy Palms Vacations agent directly. **English and Spanish are spoken.**

## Explore Marathon & the Florida Keys

When you're ready to trade relaxation for adventure, Marathon puts you in the perfect location to explore the Florida Keys.

Take a scenic drive across the famous Seven Mile Bridge and spend the day in Key West enjoying its famous sunsets, Duval Street, Mallory Square, the Hemingway Home, Southernmost Point, shopping, restaurants, nightlife, fishing charters, and snorkeling excursions.

Closer to home, visit some of Marathon's favorite attractions, including The Turtle Hospital and Dolphin Research Center, or spend the day enjoying beautiful Sombrero Beach.

And don't forget the local seafood! Popular waterfront dining options include Sparky's Landing in Key Colony Beach and Burdine's Waterfront, where you can enjoy fresh seafood, tropical drinks, and beautiful Florida Keys views.

Rental cars and local taxi services are readily available for exploring the area.

**Book your stay and experience the best of Marathon—luxury accommodations, your own private pool and spa, exceptional boating access to both the Gulf and Atlantic, and everything you need for an unforgettable Florida Keys vacation.**

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,497 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach. to the airport?

This vacation home is 1.8 mi (4-min drive) away from the Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach. to the beach?

This vacation home is 3.8 mi (9-min drive) from Sombrero Beach and 3.4 mi (9-min drive) from Sunset Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach. have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach. to downtown Marathon?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Marathon.

Games area, Htd Pool/Spa, Kayaks, 4BR/3BA, 75' dock deep canal, near beach. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! It was nice to have everything we needed plus being close to the beach. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this house. So much to do here. Everything is well appointed. Monica the manager is fantastic! She quickly answered and helped us with whatever was needed. Very glad we picked this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dollar for dollar, the best deal in the keys. Beautiful house with everything you need. A lot of attention and detail went into designing this house and they did a great job. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everyone had a great timeThank you
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sierra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monica was very responsive and got what we needed right away. Beautiful home and location, made me want to move to that area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing time at this VRBO. Would highly recommend. Very clean and tons of amenities to utilize while we were there! We rented a boat for a few days and wasn’t an issue to leave the boat docked at the property. The host was very responsive to questions. We had 2 families of 4 and the home was perfect! Very relaxing and overall great vacation in Marathon! Would go back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

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

Great Stay

Awesome stay! Very responsive to some changes we requested when we checked in. Is completely as advertised and would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with ice cold AC and the host was super responsive and very helpful. The Gilchrist's
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Mini season

Place was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea G.

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

Amazing Property

Can’t give enough stars! This place was truly amazing! Perfect for our group and plenty of space to spread out! Monica was very responsive for anything we needed! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall impression was fantastic!! Beautiful house, spacious and everything we could have needed. Had to call to get hot tub hot but any questions were answered quickly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Beautiful home!

The house was great! Super clean, great set up, fun games, pool & hot tub were great. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Devin R.

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

Stay

Great time at this house. The bathroom downstairs was a good addition
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Beautiful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. From relaxing by the pool to playing foosball there was something for everyone. Plenty of room everywhere we went on the property! This home is gorgeous!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

roberta s.

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

Fantastic home……

We really enjoyed the house with the pool, pac man , pool table, foos ball and manatee sightings! It was even better thank the photos which is an incredible surprise!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Clint P.

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

Annual Family Trip

House was awesome! Outdoor space was amazing! We lived outside, pool, outdoor kitchen, games! Will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Xmass 2024

Great house with outdoor family area and pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home- fully equipped house. Outdoor area/kitchen was amazing- spent a lot of time outside. Very clean house. Our 36ft boat fit comfortably. Nice cleaning station with umbrella , bait freezer and ice machine all a big A. Enjoyed the clean pool as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine U.

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

Amazing villa

Villa coral is a beautiful villa it far exceeded our expectations. We stayed as a family of 9. There was plenty of room for everyone and to spread out accommodating all our needs. We paid extra for the pool to be heated which was lovely especially for the young children.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Great Place

Everything we needed was there. Had plenty of misc. items, we didn’t need to buy any the simple things. We had concerns with the proximity to the airport, this was a total non-issue. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

ritch s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Location

The airport was noisy, but just in the morning. Other than that, the property was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

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

Beautiful home

We have used Sandy Palms in the past. Their homes are beautiful! Every detail is thought of. The homes smell amazing. We enjoyed the outside area all week including the pool. It was perfect for all of us. We had the pleasure of manatee visits a few times during the week which was amazingWe will rent from this company again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Marathon Key

We had a great time staying at this property. It was close to everything had a great outdoor space. We spent all our time either on the boat we rented and parked right at our house or just enjoying the outdoor space at the house. Monica and her crew were quick to respond to any issue we had. We will definitely back at some point as all of us had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ted B.

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

New and Clean

Nice new house with pool, downstairs kitchen, lots of amenities, and easy access to gulf from canal frontage. Made friends with the sea turtles in the bay and a manatee that showed up several days in a row in canal at back of unit. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David S.

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

Marathon trip

It is a very nice property. The weather was not what we hoped but we enjoyed our stay. It would be nice to have a couple mixing bowls and some cookie sheets in the kitchen. The outdoor space is very nice but the floor surface is very slippery when wet. A couple of us slipped and fell
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025