MA05 - Bayfront Sunset Oasis

This was our third time staying here and it was another great trip! The house has everything you need along with enough space for everyone. The pool and dock are hard to beat! I highly recommend it!

Bre -

Hi Bre, thank you for coming back—what a compliment to have you as a repeat guest! We’re glad the house had everything your group needed and that the pool and dock were highlights. We’d love to host you again whenever you’re ready for another getaway.

Seven Keys Vacations staff

Our family of 8 had plenty of space to enjoy this amazing vacation destination. If you think the listing looks good, it is 1000x better in person. We caught fish, enjoyed relaxing by the pool, playing in the game room, cooked in the well appointed outside kitchen and visited local attractions. This home feels warm and welcoming. It did not feel at all like we shouldn’t touch anything, instead it invites you to investigate everything and use whatever is available. Every need is met in this home. We would
be happy to stay here again soon!!

Jamie -

Jeffrey -

Wonderful home! We had an amazing Spring Break staying here. We were a family of 8, 3 generations, ages 5 - 71 yrs. There was something for everyone! Kayaks, paddleboard, indoor and outdoor games, swimming pool, fishing pier, firepit, outdoor kitchen, hammock, swing--it's all here!The house is perfect in every way--updated, comfortable, clean, everything you need and more. The covered, open-air, outside dining area next to the pool was ideal for meals. The long pier was amazing; we saw pelicans, herons, egrets, stingrays, barracuda, nurse sharks, sea hares, snapper, a scrawled cowfish (had to look that one up!), needle fish, and spiny lobster! The sunsets from the back area are stunning! The game room was even better than expected. In fact, the entire property is even better than the pictures you see online. So much thought has been put into this rental, we seldom wanted to leave for the entire week. We don't plan to stay anywhere but here when we are in the Keys area!

Mary R. -

Amber S. -

We had an awesome trip! The property is beautiful and has lots to do. We did a lot of fishing and it was well accommodated for that. The dock was able to accommodate our 27 foot rental boat all week. Highly recommend. I would love to visit again.

Luke -

Hi Luke, we appreciate you sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay. It's wonderful to know you had such an enjoyable trip and found the property beautiful with plenty of activities, especially the fishing and dock accommodations for your boat. It was our pleasure to host you, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again in the future.

Seven Keys Vacations staff

I took my family for our vacation here and we had a blast. This place is a dream and we will definitely be back!

Jeremy -

Hi Jeremy, thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you and your family had a fantastic vacation. We appreciate your kind words and can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

Great stay, location & amenities! this house you do not have to leave if you don't want to!
well stocked home!

Daniel -

Hey Daniel, thank you for sharing your experience with us, we are glad you enjoyed our lovely home. It's wonderful to hear that you found the location and amenities to your liking and that you felt well-stocked during your stay. Hope to host you again soon!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

This was our second stay here and we had another incredible experience! The house is clean and well stocked plus the views are absolutely breathtaking. I would highly recommend this location for your next vacation!

Bre -

Hi Bre, thank you so much for returning and for the kind words! We're thrilled you had another amazing stay and that the views and amenities made it special. We'd be happy to welcome you back anytime!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

We had an amazing stay at this incredible home in the Keys! The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and fully equipped, plenty of towels, extra pillows and blankets, with everything we needed for a fun and relaxing vacation. The kayaks and fishing right off the dock were absolute highlights for our family;We spent hours enjoying the water. The location was also perfect, close to everything we needed while still feeling peaceful and private. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and can’t wait to come back!

Christopher -

We had an amazing stay at this incredible home in the Keys! The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and fully equipped with plenty of towels, extra pillows and blankets, everything we needed for a fun and relaxing vacation. The kayaks and fishing right off the dock were absolute highlights for our family;We spent hours enjoying the water. The location was also perfect, close to everything we needed while still feeling peaceful and private. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and can’t wait to come back!

Christopher R. -

Every thing was exellent

Ana -

Absolutely amazing trip - 100% worth it! Hosts/owners were fantastic, the place was clean and felt like a home away from home. The sunsets were amazing - and the fish we saw!! We saw nurse sharks, turtles, parrot fish, lobster, crab, stingrays etc. All from the doc. We even snorkeled and it was amazing. Excellent stay, we will be back!

Nicole -

Hey Nicole, thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it is a pleasure to hear you enjoyed the great views during your visit! We're glad you found the space to be clean and welcoming, and we're delighted that you had an opportunity to see such incredible marine life while snorkeling. We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing trip!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

The property is perfect for a large family or group with plenty of space and things to do including N onsite game room, pool, and incredible dock. The outdoor kitchen is perfect for grilling up your fresh catch of the day, and top the day off with a sunset kayak. Highly recommend this gorgeous home with good vibes!

Andrew -

Sharon L. -

We had a great time at the house. Everything was clean and everything was working. Well, nearly everything. The outdoor speakers of the stereo at the dock sadly were not working. But that's pretty much it and not that important. There was nothing to complain about. The property is ingrown so that you do not see anything of the neighbors except your out on the docks. Nice private property. Before we got there we were a little bit concerned about the RV park next to the property. But it was quiet and nice and the guests we met were also very friendly. So, nothing to worry about. There is a boat rental at the beginning of the road. They do have a good choice of day boats and fair fees. But you should make a reservation in time. Also on weekdays. It was very busy at the time we stayed there. So overall a very nice home to advise.

Nils -

We had a great time!

Michele -

Hi Michele, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time during your stay. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you and your family again for future visits to the area!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

This is a beautiful location. You feel like you are away from everything, but in reality, there are plenty of things to do and see close by. It was a dream location and weather.

Jennifer -

This property is wonderful. The home is clean, fully stocked (especially with towels), and a wonderful place to stay. We love thw private pool, and the private dock is simply amazing. We definitely took advantage of it and enjoyed every moment.

Sarah L. -

My family and I stayed here for a week and had an incredible time! The house is beautiful and spacious, with plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Our teenagers (14 & 17) loved the game room with shuffle board, PacMan, and Ping Pong. It also had bean bags, pool volleyball, floaties, and numerous board games. Pool is perfect and I would recommend paying the extra fee for heat. Well worth the cost! The outdoor patio / grill area was a favorite place to hang out and play games. We got to see multiple fish, sting rays, and a baby shark off the dock. One morning a family of dolphins even swam by. Amazing!!
The only issues were some contradicting information regarding checkout but Vacasa was prompt in responding and honored the original information sent to us. And the WiFi is very spotty. This didn’t bother us as we were there to enjoy the weather / scenery but if someone hoped to work remotely it may be difficult.
Highly recommended this place!! We will be back.

Tess -

Hi Tess, it’s fantastic to hear that you and your family had an incredible time during your stay! The beautiful and spacious house provided a perfect setting for everyone to enjoy, especially your teenagers, with the fun game room. Witnessing dolphins and stingrays off the dock is truly a memorable experience. We appreciate your feedback regarding the checkout information and the WiFi, and it's great that it didn't detract from your enjoyment of the weather and scenery. Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us; we hope that you had a great stay! Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

This home was wonderful for us. It was clean, very well stocked with towels, and just as described in the pictures. If we ever come to the keys again, we will most definitely book this home again.

Sarah -

House was beautiful!! Had a great time. Weather didn’t cooperate but we had a great place to stay. The views are amazing!!

Marnie -

Hi Marnie, it’s wonderful to know that the house provided a great backdrop for your stay! Amazing views can truly enhance the experience, and it’s great to hear you enjoyed your time despite the weather. Your feedback means a lot to us!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

The house has a "wonderful perch", overlooking the Gulf. Plenty of places to hang out - whether on the porch in rockers, in the pool lounge chairs or even the hammock! Living room and dining room views superb as well. All house systems worked perfectly. While you need to drive a short distance to restaurants, the location allows an array of choices in either direction. Although none of us fished, this would be quite the place for that!

Matthew -

Hey Matthew, thank you for sharing your experience! It's wonderful to hear that the views and location enhanced your stay. Your feedback is invaluable, and the team looks forward to welcoming you back for another great visit!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

Amazing view and pier. Great pool and outdoor area and inside is very updated and open. Guest services were very responsive.

Anthony -

Amazing view and pier. Great pool and outdoor area and inside is very updated and open. Guest services were very responsive.

Anthony A. -

The home was absolutely a dream for my family and I. Felt 100% private and have showed this to all my friends. We will definitely return. Thank you so much!

Hal -

Hi Hal! We're delighted to hear that our home was a dream for your family. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to hosting you and your family again for another wonderful stay!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

My family and I stayed here for 10 days Labor Day week. There were 7 adults and a 3 year old. We spent hours on end enjoying the snorkleing around the docks seeing tons of wildlife. Right from the docks we saw dolphins almost daily, sea turtles, stingray, sharks, and all kinds of different fish and birds. Having the pool was excellent for the 3 year old because the design allowed him to play in shallow enough water he could splash around and stand in, while the rest of us were able to swim in the deeper spots. The house was extremely well cleaned, and had absolutely all of the ammenities you need to feel at home. Never once did we wish for something to be different. The entire family plans to return back yearly, as there’s so much to do 10 days just isn’t enough time!

Cole -

Hey Cole, thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear about the fantastic time you and your family had during your 10-day stay at our property. Your enjoyment of the snorkeling, wildlife sightings, pool, and amenities warms our hearts. We appreciate your feedback and eagerly anticipate your return for more unforgettable stays!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

Amazing experience with Vacasa beautiful place and the management was incredible helpful

Rogelio -

Hi Rogelio, thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time while visiting our property. Your feedback is truly valued, and we look forward to hosting you again for another fantastic stay:

Seven Keys Vacations staff

Great house for our family vacation! Pool was perfect, house was perfect! We really enjoyed the dock and being able to rent a boat near by.

Ashley -

Hi Ashley, your positive rating and kind words about your family vacation at our property truly make our day! We're thrilled that you had a wonderful time enjoying the house, pool, and dock. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic stay in the future!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

This place was great for our family of 6 (4 kids and 2 adults). We brought our boat down and the dock was great and easy to park on. The house was very nicely decorated. We did have a few issues with bugs in the house but that is kind of expected in Florida. There also was not an ice maker which was described in the listing when it listed the bait freezer was next to the ice maker. Overall, it was great and we enjoyed it. We cooked a lot, swam, played outside and caught a ton of lobster and fish.

Brittany -

Hi Brittany, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that your family had a great time at our property and enjoyed the amenities. Your feedback about the bugs and missing ice maker is valuable to us, and we will address these issues promptly. We look forward to hosting you again for another wonderful stay in the future!

Seven Keys Vacations staff

Do not hesitate to stay here. We were in heaven for an entire week! The home is beautiful and has so much more than any rental home we have stayed in. The beds were extremely comfortable with a lot of extra pillows, blankets. They supplied an abundance of bath towels and even beach towels The kitchen was well equipped with everything! The dock was the best part as we saw many fish and small sand sharks daily. The sunsets were spectacular and the pool was nice. The outdoor entertaining area was great to sit and relax to cool off. There is everything you need on the outside and inside the home. Vacasa was extremely helpful and responded quickly to our questions. I would rate this property a 10,000 if I could ! We had a wonderful time here and definitely plan to return.

Cindy G. -

Do not hesitate to stay here. We were in heaven for an entire week! The home is beautiful and has so much more than any rental home we have stayed in. The beds were extremely comfortable with a lot of extra pillows, blankets. They supplied an abundance of bath towels and even beach towels The kitchen was well equipped with everything! The dock was the best part as we saw many fish and small sand sharks daily. The sunsets were spectacular and the pool was nice. The outdoor entertaining area was great to sit and relax to cool off. There is everything you need on the outside and inside the home. Vacasa was extremely helpful and responded quickly to our questions. I would rate this property a 10,000 if I could ! We had a wonderful time here and definitely plan to return.

Cindy -

Fantastic! Spacious, family friendly, great pool, amazing sunsets, beautiful dock, a wonderful home with great amenities. Kayaks were an extra bonus!! Beautifully decorated but practical. The whole family fit on the big comfy sectional. High quality bedding. A memorable, relaxing, family vacation.

Audrey -

this was a beautiful location. it was private, never felt like we were disturbing anyone. the dock was a beautiful place to sit and watch the sunset. the pool was great. kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans etc. we really enjoyed our vacation there.

Rachel -

Planned our vacation to Marathon to relax, unwind, & enjoy warm weather. We certainly enjoyed all of this at this property. Clean, spacious, fantastic pool area ,quiet, ocean views, short drive to amenities. Absolutely recommend this beautiful home!

Mary-Catherine L. -

From the moment we unlocked the door & then toured around the outdoor area, we knew we had absolutely made the best choice for our 10 day vacation. Clean, lovely decor, spacious rooms, stocked & organized kitchen, AWESOME pool & outdoor space. Property was private in spite of being located next to RV park. Central enough to walk to a small grocery or smaller sports bar or 15 minute drive to city of Marathon.Any questions were answered quickly. Would recommend this property for sure!

Mary-Catherine -

The house exceeded expectations. Clean, plenty of space, well appointed.

Christine -

Great vacation. Amazing hosts. Very comfortable.

Denise M. -

Great experience for us!! House was clean and inviting upon check-in. Had everything we were looking for, pool, dock, all the house, local critters(iguanas, a shark, rays), made for a grand time, would love to come back, booked for the times we were looking for, keep up the good times!!

kevin A. -

Great experience for us!! House was clean and inviting upon check-in. Had everything we were looking for, pool, dock, all the house, local critters(iguanas, a shark, rays), made for a grand time, would love to come back, booked for the times we were looking for, keep up the good times!!

kevin -

We had a peaceful and relaxing time in the keys. The private dock and kayaks were particularly appreciated!

Charlie -

We loved staying at this home (and really didn't want to leave)! So many small touches/conveniences that made for a more comfortable stay. The home and views were even better than the pictures.

Hope T. -

We loved staying at this home (and really didn't want to leave)! So many small touches/conveniences that made for a more comfortable stay. The home and views were even better than the pictures.

Hope -

So many amenities, I could have left lots of things at home. Kids enjoyed the pool and snorkeling in the gulf. Guest services brought a blender for us some the one in the house didn’t work. Great fall stay in the keys!

Pete M. -

So many amenities, I could have left lots of things at home. Kids enjoyed the pool and snorkeling in the gulf. Guest services brought a blender for us some the one in the house didn’t work. Great fall stay in the keys!

Pete -

This is the place! We were a family of 7, with 3 generations. This house was perfect!
The location put us in the middle of the Keys and gave us great access to everything. There was a lot to do very close the the house including the the Dolphin Research Center. We had plenty of room for everyone in the house -the primary suite is much bigger than pictured. The shower was great for getting tired kids clean fast, and great for adults needing a little luxury. The dining room table is huge, and the couch was a heat spot for doing puzzles. Outside was perfect -we used the pool for hours and hours daily. It was perfect for kids! We even had a family dance party with glow sticks. We enjoyed the fire pit and beautiful nights watching the sun set. We saw all sorts fish and sea life -checking for sharks became a thing we did multiple times a day. We caught so many fish off the dock that it was crazy -even caught a few sharks! The kayaks we’re great, we used them several times. Loved it!!

Dawn -

This house was absolutely amazing! The pictures don’t even do it justice. It was so well stocked with everything we needed, plus lots of extras like a ton of kayaks, pool floats, games, snorkel gear! We had 2 families stay for a week and had the most incredible time. The house is in an awesome location for fishing and lobstering and we had no issues parking our boat along the long dock. We would love to come back!

Lindsey -

We had great weather and great times

Shawn S. -

We stayed June 3rd through the 10th with our kids and grand kids. We had an absolute great time. I brought my boat so we fished water

Gary -

Would love to book for next year, but apparently it's not available

Gary -

We have stayed at this home twice now & we love it! It has the perfect mix of indoor & outdoor space and you cannot get a better view of the sunset! On our 1st trip the property did have a commercial ice maker by the pool which was great but it was not there this time around. That is our only complaint - otherwise, we love the house & the location!

Dwayne -

Loved the views of the sunsets, with stars, then herds of glowing jellyfish. fun area with lots of happy hours, relaxed people, and nature all around. Close to spots for kids like the Dolphin shows... you can actually kayake over and see them from the house!!!!

Justin -

kayaking, swimming in the gulf, relaxing and swimming in the pool, the house is spotless and gorgeous, so much to see and do in the KEYS

Mike -

The Grassy Key House is absolutely amazing! Words cannot explain the beauty of this house & property you can tell the hosts really take pride in their home everything is kept to the highest standard, wee keep coming back for more! This is our 4th stay and we will be back again! My family is truly blessed to have found this wonderful & well kept florida keys gem! Thank You

Captain -

A vacation home doesn't get much better than this. Great care was taken to make us feel comfortable during our stay. The kitchen was very well stocked. The furnishings were plentiful and comfortable, inside and outside. The whole property was very clean and well maintained. The view was amazing. The only thing missing was the keys to the gorgeous boat at the end of the dock. Hahaha.

Jim -

This home was amazing for our family. My son loved the pool and ring hook game outdoors. It was amazing to see the sea life right off the dock daily. The sunsets are amazing. The house was private and felt like our own resort. The ice machine was not working, and a few other amenities were missing that would have been nice. Vacasa management was very prompt on answering questions and following up on inquiries.

Brian -

My wife and I stayed at this Marathon home for 2 weeks and entertained several groups of friends during this time. The house was tremendous. Very clean, great amenities, and fun location. The highlight was the 100 yard dock from which we saw sharks, rays, and all kinds of fish. I highly recommend staying at the Marathon Paradise.

David -

Wonderful, clean well located property. Tremendous location with all amenities Highly recommended.

David G. -

I could easily stay at this house for a month. It has everything you need. We played hours of corn hole, kayaked, watched the fish by the dock, swam and sunned ourselves by the pool, grilled out and watched playoff games in the outdoor kitchen/family area. We enjoyed several different restaurants that were close by. One of my favorite vacations by far.

Melissa B. -

I could easily stay at this house for a month. It has everything you need. We played hours of corn hole, kayaked, watched the fish by the dock, swam and sunned ourselves by the pool, grilled out and watched playoff games in the outdoor kitchen/family area. We enjoyed several different restaurants that were close by. One of my favorite vacations by far.

Melissa -

Amazing house and location!

Amy -

Location, View, Cleanliness!!! Everything was perfect!!

Brian P. -

Location, View, Cleanliness!!! Everything was perfect!!

Brian -

This house is the perfect. Everything you could possibly need is ready and waiting for you. Nearby restaurants with plenty of variety. Won’t be disappointed.

Diane A. -

This house is the perfect. Everything you could possibly need is ready and waiting for you. Nearby restaurants with plenty of variety. Won’t be disappointed.

Diane -

Our family enjoyed this home immensely! All of the beds were comfortable, the bathrooms worked for tall people, the kitchen had everything we needed and the big sofa housed us all. Outside, the pool area, under deck living area and kayaks were all that we needed. Thanks for a wonderful and relaxing stay.

Tim -

We stayed here for a week with several friends. It was wonderful! The views are amazing and the amenities at the house make it even more enjoyable.

Andria -

We stayed here for a week with several friends. It was wonderful! The views are amazing and the amenities at the house make it even more enjoyable.

Andria C. -

Wonderful property inside and out. The pool, dock, kayaks, outdoor kitchen, porches (and rocking chairs) …all value-adds that elevated a great house to a really fabulous vacation spot. Exceptionally clean, comfortable, well-appointed. This property will not disappoint.

Kristin -

We booked this trip to celebrate my moms retirement! We had 4 adults and it was everyone’s first time to the keys. We absolutely loved our stay! We spent the majority of our days in the pool, on the dock and hanging in the outdoor living space. We loved the dock and saw tons of wildlife during our week stay, including nurse sharks, barracudas, sting rays, lobster and lots of colorful fish! We also really enjoyed the kayaks. The house itself was very clean and well stocked. Everything in the kitchen was labeled and easy to find and put away which we loved. The ac worked really well and the beds were comfy. We had one small issue while we were there (which was no one’s fault) and the owners and property management team took care of it immediately! They were very communicative and easy to work with. Don’t hesitate to book this house!!!

Amy C. -

What a beautiful home. Amazing views, pier and outside gathering area. The whole property was clean and very well taken care of. It was supplied with extras and it felt like home for a week. Thank you!

Tracy -

What a beautiful home. Amazing views, pier and outside gathering area. The whole property was clean and very well taken care of. It was supplied with extras and it felt like home for a week. Thank you!

Tracy O. -

We are a group of friends from different states that like to get together for a vacation every year. Your listing caught our attention, and we are so glad it did, the place was amazing, it was beautiful, well set out, perfect location, we had a pool as well as the ocean,plenty of activities around the property, very clean and nicely decorated, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked for our stay. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation.

tracy s. -

Nicely laid out house with all of the comforts necessary to enjoy a week in paradise! The dock held my interest everyday… better than being in an aquarium there was so much to see. Very clean and comfortable home. Loved our manager Megan. She was very responsive, friendly and efficient.

Julia K H. -

Nicely laid out house with all of the comforts necessary to enjoy a week in paradise! The dock held my interest everyday… better than being in an aquarium there was so much to see. Very clean and comfortable home. Loved our manager Megan. She was very responsive, friendly and efficient.

Julia K -

We enjoyed staying here! After being out and about during the day it was nice to come back to the house and relax. Everyone had their choice of relaxing: in the pool, next to the fire pit, kayaking or watching television. Being in the “middle” of the keys made most things very accessible. The dock was great. We rented a boat for the day and we’re able to come back for lunch, then head out again. Would definitely stay here again!

Tina Z. -

We enjoyed staying here! After being out and about during the day it was nice to come back to the house and relax. Everyone had their choice of relaxing: in the pool, next to the fire pit, kayaking or watching television. Being in the “middle” of the keys made most things very accessible. The dock was great. We rented a boat for the day and we’re able to come back for lunch, then head out again. Would definitely stay here again!

Tina -

Our group of family & friends had a great time at this house - we have already booked it again for next year! The house is beautifully kept and had everything we needed and more. The covered patio area allows you to still enjoy the outdoors even with inclement weather. Several restaurants are located close by as well. The view is incredible!

Jennifer W. -

Don't let the window coming in full you, this place was great. Central to the Keys, you could get to Key West or Islamorada easily. The house is quaint and laid out perfect for our vacation. We really enjoyed the outside area and the kitchen was well stocked. The internet worked well and the pool temperature was fine in March.

Brad -

Don't let the window coming in full you, this place was great. Central to the Keys, you could get to Key West or Islamorada easily. The house is quaint and laid out perfect for our vacation. We really enjoyed the outside area and the kitchen was well stocked. The internet worked well and the pool temperature was fine in March.

Brad D. -

This is a great home to entertain family and friends. Great kitchen and outside grilling area. Lazy days at the pool and a dock to tie up a rental boat. Highly recommend staying here.

Wayne -

This is a great home to entertain family and friends. Great kitchen and outside grilling area. Lazy days at the pool and a dock to tie up a rental boat. Highly recommend staying here.

Wayne W. -

Beautiful property. This was our second trip to Marathon and staying in Grassy Key. We loved everything about this house, kayaking daily, snorkeling and beautiful sunsets. Right off the dock we saw dolphins, nurse sharks, stingrays, lobsters and more. Great outdoor set-up with TV and grill which was popular with the football fans in our family. The only downside is the pool not being heated, which we knew going in - the pool was cool, but swimmable for the kids and the ocean/gulf water was warm enough trip swim in as well. The Dolphin Rescue Center is worth a trip amd you can see the dolphins jumping up from the house dock. The Turtle Hospital is educational, but probably not a place we’d visit again. The Marathon Aquarium was a nice surprise for kids of all ages. Publix is a few minutes into town and Instacart was delayed due to lack of shoppers, it’s probably easier to go into town for your own shopping. The marina right around the corner has basics when in a pinch. A lot of great restaurants to choose from - Shipwreck at the top of the street has amazing tuna nachos and key lime pie. No Name Pub in Deer Key is a nice afternoon trip, you’ll spot the mini deer and grab some of the best pizza. If you are thinking of renting this place, do it! We’ll be back.

Kelly -

Beautiful, quiet location. Having our own dock was such a plus. We saw so many interesting fish and the sunset views were amazing.

Lori -

Very nice. Quiet location, beautiful view on the water. Great house for a group or family.

Lee Anne G. -

We loved this house! It was beautiful, very clean, and well stocked. The outdoor area was perfect for relaxing and enjoying the view. We loved the all the outdoor seating, and the landscaping was fabulous. It was a kind of odd location, sandwiched between a trailer park and a marina, but it was very private, which is what we wanted.

Kristin W. -

This home is gorgeous- what you see in the pictures is what you get! We had a wonderful vacation here and there isn't a thing that the owners missed. It was beautifully decorated, very clean, comfortable beds and just FABULOUS all around. It was one of the most peaceful/relaxing vacations we have had in a long time. My boys (well all of us really) enjoyed the dock and looking at all the fish and sharks - YES I said sharks but don't worry only nurse sharks! My boys caught one the very first night we were there and then caught 4 all together. Oh and did I mention Iguana's? Holy cow, huge ones - we were all stunted at what we saw in Florida, that we have never seen before - such a fun/great experience. The only slight negative I would give on this place, is the live camera. At first it didn't bother me, but when the thermostat kept being changed through nest, is when I started to get a tad creeped out, because I felt like we were being watched and the owners knew every time we would come and go. I totally get why they have them, but still its a little creepy and unsettling. This location is perfect for the low key/private vacation. We enjoyed renting a pontoon boat for two days and parking it at the dock, relaxing at the pool (the water temperature was perfect), cooking out and watching TV outside. We did go down to Key West for a day and it was a blast but were excited to return to the quietness of Marathon! None of us wanted to leave and would definitely rent this home again- no questions asked! The layout was perfect and my husband and I agreed when we build our home, this exactly how we want it!

Jonathan M -

This home is gorgeous- what you see in the pictures is what you get! We had a wonderful vacation here and there isn't a thing that the owners missed. It was beautifully decorated, very clean, comfortable beds and just FABULOUS all around. It was one of the most peaceful/relaxing vacations we have had in a long time. My boys (well all of us really) enjoyed the dock and looking at all the fish and sharks - YES I said sharks but don't worry only nurse sharks! My boys caught one the very first night we were there and then caught 4 all together. Oh and did I mention Iguana's? Holy cow, huge ones - we were all stunted at what we saw in Florida, that we have never seen before - such a fun/great experience. The only slight negative I would give on this place, is the live camera. At first it didn't bother me, but when the thermostat kept being changed through nest, is when I started to get a tad creeped out, because I felt like we were being watched and the owners knew every time we would come and go. I totally get why they have them, but still its a little creepy and unsettling. This location is perfect for the low key/private vacation. We enjoyed renting a pontoon boat for two days and parking it at the dock, relaxing at the pool (the water temperature was perfect), cooking out and watching TV outside. We did go down to Key West for a day and it was a blast but were excited to return to the quietness of Marathon! None of us wanted to leave and would definitely rent this home again- no questions asked! The layout was perfect and my husband and I agreed when we build our home, this exactly how we want it!

Jonathan M R. -

The house is very well equipped and maintained. The location was great along with the pool, kayaks, and corn hole. We have a family of 6 and we had plenty of space and the boys found plenty to do. The sunset views are the best. Overall a great experience and we look forward to coming back.

Cody -

The house is very well equipped and maintained. The location was great along with the pool, kayaks, and corn hole. We have a family of 6 and we had plenty of space and the boys found plenty to do. The sunset views are the best. Overall a great experience and we look forward to coming back.

Cody S. -

The view from living room and master bedroom is stunning! Very private and relaxing setting.

Thomas -

We had a great time at the house. We had lots to do and the house had everything we needed. We saw nurse sharks, sting Ray's, crabs and even a dolphin right from the dock Great location!

Tracy P. -

We just came back from a week at the house and it was perfect! They really thought of everything: cards and games for the kids, plenty of kitchen supplies, comfy beds, kayaks, grill supplies. It was so well stocked and lovely and we can’t wait to go back. Oh and the location right on the water was spectacular!

Adam -

We just came back from a week at the house and it was perfect! They really thought of everything: cards and games for the kids, plenty of kitchen supplies, comfy beds, kayaks, grill supplies. It was so well stocked and lovely and we can’t wait to go back. Oh and the location right on the water was spectacular!

Adam K. -

Absolutely gorgeous property, lovely house and decor inside and out! All of the things included that you could ever want or need. We hope to come back again soon!

Amy -

Absolutely gorgeous property, lovely house and decor inside and out! All of the things included that you could ever want or need. We hope to come back again soon!

Amy H. -

Was wanting to rent again for next year to find out Owners were moving in. Was a wonderful time. Home was just beautiful and they thought of everything for comfort. Thank you so much. Will miss this place.

Pam -

We have never used a service like this. The advertisement of the property through the website matched what we were expecting to get. With only a few minor issues we believe we got the value we paid for. Great property for a family vacation of adults. Generated lots of fond memories

Glen I. -

Everything about this place was wonderful!!

Pam M. -

The house is very well equipped with everything you would need for your stay. Very clean, comfortable and great location. Would definitely stay here again.

Justin -

The house is very well equipped with everything you would need for your stay. Very clean, comfortable and great location. Would definitely stay here again.

Justin W. -

We have rented dozens of houses for vacation and this was, by far, the most well thought out rental. Every detail was thought of. We had a great week!

Lari -

We have rented dozens of houses for vacation and this was, by far, the most well thought out rental. Every detail was thought of. We had a great week!

Lari G. -

We had a fantastic time at this home. The pool, by far, was the biggest draw. My sons also loved fishing off the very long dock and caught numerous fish (the people next to us caught a nurse shark). We did have a minor issue with the wifi. We checked in on Saturday and it was not fixed until Monday. The owner keeps the router in a locked room downstairs and the password was not accepted so, after a call to Vacasa on Sat and then Sunday, the manager had to come and reset the password on Monday. We were also vacationing when the ocean breezes were very gusty. This brought in a lot of sea grass to shore which, by the end of our hot vacation, did not smell to great but it is Grassy Key. Even these few minor issues did not ruin how wonderful this house is. It is completely remodeled and very tasteful. No one was ever bored and we all had plenty of room to get away from one another. The pool is a heated, saltwater pool and perfect. We also liked the Sirius sat radio (just like home) by the pool and the handy pool bathroom. Thank you for sharing this Florida Keys home with us. Just a note to those trying to find the home, be aware that when we traveled the road to the home was not marked and looks like an old blacktop driveway between the closed baitshop and the blue apartment building, right after the Dolphin Rescue Center. If you are looking for a road sign you can easily miss it.

Jennifer B. -

Very nice and you had the feeling that the owners were incredibly generous with their renters!

Lynn B. -

This house was perfect. We loved the pier, and the sunsets on the pier, we loved the house..very coastal feel. Everything was there. The grill worked, and it was fun to cook in. The bedrooms and bathrooms were really nice. Our stay had a few cool days, but the pool was heated. XM radio available by pool and out to end of pier, which is no small feat seeing it is 100yds long! Outdoor furniture was perfect. Wifi was fast, Netflix on tv. You won't be disappointed, so just say you're "all in" and stop thinking about it!

Gayle -

This house was perfect. We loved the pier, and the sunsets on the pier, we loved the house..very coastal feel. Everything was there. The grill worked, and it was fun to cook in. The bedrooms and bathrooms were really nice. Our stay had a few cool days, but the pool was heated. XM radio available by pool and out to end of pier, which is no small feat seeing it is 100yds long! Outdoor furniture was perfect. Wifi was fast, Netflix on tv. You won't be disappointed, so just say you're "all in" and stop thinking about it!

Gayle G. -

A wonderful property (except for the live camera). Fabulous vacation. We rented a boat- there is an awesome dock. Many great extras - kayak, fire pits. Toy chest. Great outdoor furniture. 5 star home

Ellen -

A wonderful property (except for the live camera). Fabulous vacation. We rented a boat- there is an awesome dock. Many great extras - kayak, fire pits. Toy chest. Great outdoor furniture. 5 star home

Ellen S. -

Awesome property where they have thought of everything to make your stay easy, comfortable, and fun. Little things like the Tiki Toss, Corn Hole, and other fun items. Easy to move people from upstairs to downstairs to the dock, pool, or wherever and seating was plentiful. Rooms are very comfortable for everyone. Great place to watch a sunset.

David -

Awesome property where they have thought of everything to make your stay easy, comfortable, and fun. Little things like the Tiki Toss, Corn Hole, and other fun items. Easy to move people from upstairs to downstairs to the dock, pool, or wherever and seating was plentiful. Rooms are very comfortable for everyone. Great place to watch a sunset.

David D. -

We had a wonderful vacation at The Grassy Key house over Thanksgiving week 2017. The house if beautiful and well kept. We loved the outdoor kitchen, the dock, the kayaks and all of the little extras like the ice maker, bait freezer and xm radio with speakers through out the property. We had 3 generations of family and everyone found something to love. Will definitely recommend this property to others. Marathon and the Keys in general still have a lot of clean up and work to do recovering from Irma but it was inspiring and hopeful to see the community working together and retaining that "Keys" attitude and spirit that keeps us coming back to this part of the world.

Amy -

The house was more beautiful than the pictures. The dock was out of this world. The house was labeled and organized perfectly. Loved the outdoor kitchen,chilled pool, bait freezer and ice machine. Having a marina around the corner was pretty handy as well. We have stayed in numerous houses in marathon and this was our favorite.

Manny -

The house was more beautiful than the pictures. The dock was out of this world. The house was labeled and organized perfectly. Loved the outdoor kitchen,chilled pool, bait freezer and ice machine. Having a marina around the corner was pretty handy as well. We have stayed in numerous houses in marathon and this was our favorite.

Manny O. -

This home became our home for the week we spent here during the Memorial Day week. The property is private with a long dock into the bay. We kayaked, snorkeled and fished all week long. The snorkeling is fun and there are tons of fish, lobsters and other wildlife to view. There are other great spots to snorkel and fish within a short drive. We saw shark, sting ray AND a manatee (that was a great treat!) right off the dock. Every detail is seen to at this property. The furnishings were new and well designed and there are views from the living areas that are stunning! And, of course, stunning sunsets every evening which you cam see from anywhwre on the dock and patio. There is a great outdoor kitchen and covered patio as well as yard games, hammocks and a wonderful pool! This is a part of Marathon that is quieter. We had a short drive to shop (15 mins ) for groceries and there are several small local shops that we went to for ice cream treats and souvenirs. There are some great local restaurants we tried, the Island Fish Co. (the sandwiches and wings are great and good local beer selection) and The Florida Keys Steak and Lobster House, pricier but fabulous food (you have to try the creme brule in a grilled pinapple - devine!) The guys went to Bud and Marys Marina in Islamarada one day for a deep sea fishing trip and brought back Mahi and Tile for dinner! All that being siad, we loved it here! It was our first time to the keys and this was the perfect place for our family to reconnect, relax and recharge together!

Michele -

This home became our home for the week we spent here during the Memorial Day week. The property is private with a long dock into the bay. We kayaked, snorkeled and fished all week long. The snorkeling is fun and there are tons of fish, lobsters and other wildlife to view. There are other great spots to snorkel and fish within a short drive. We saw shark, sting ray AND a manatee (that was a great treat!) right off the dock. Every detail is seen to at this property. The furnishings were new and well designed and there are views from the living areas that are stunning! And, of course, stunning sunsets every evening which you cam see from anywhwre on the dock and patio. There is a great outdoor kitchen and covered patio as well as yard games, hammocks and a wonderful pool! This is a part of Marathon that is quieter. We had a short drive to shop (15 mins ) for groceries and there are several small local shops that we went to for ice cream treats and souvenirs. There are some great local restaurants we tried, the Island Fish Co. (the sandwiches and wings are great and good local beer selection) and The Florida Keys Steak and Lobster House, pricier but fabulous food (you have to try the creme brule in a grilled pinapple - devine!) The guys went to Bud and Marys Marina in Islamarada one day for a deep sea fishing trip and brought back Mahi and Tile for dinner! All that being siad, we loved it here! It was our first time to the keys and this was the perfect place for our family to reconnect, relax and recharge together!

Michele S. -

Our group included 8 people, 2 couples and our adult children. We fell in love with this Grassy Key house! Whether we ventured out with our rental boat to snorkel and fish or spend the day kayaking or by the pool, this place is delightful. The dock gave us hours of enjoyment. We saw a couple of bull sharks (small), rays, lobsters, fish of course and even a turtle one day. We could hear the sea lions or seals and 'Flipper' from down around the corner at the Dolphin Research Center. The bagpiper from the RV park signaled happy hour every day. The house is beautifully decorated, the landscaping and garden lighting lovely. A little piece of paradise! We hope to be back one day.

Ursula -

Very spacious home for 2 families of 4. We use VRBO frequently and this home was by far the cleanest and most organized home. You don't need to bring anything other than your clothes and flip flops! So many places to sit and relax. We loved walking out on the dock and looking for sea life during the day. The pool and outdoor kitchen were wonderful as well. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. We can't wait to come back!

Denise B. -

Our group included 8 people, 2 couples and our adult children. We fell in love with this Grassy Key house! Whether we ventured out with our rental boat to snorkel and fish or spend the day kayaking or by the pool, this place is delightful. The dock gave us hours of enjoyment. We saw a couple of bull sharks (small), rays, lobsters, fish of course and even a turtle one day. We could hear the sea lions or seals and 'Flipper' from down around the corner at the Dolphin Research Center. The bagpiper from the RV park signaled happy hour every day. The house is beautifully decorated, the landscaping and garden lighting lovely. A little piece of paradise! We hope to be back one day.

Ursula O. -

Beautiful, clean home. The dock was our favorite part. We saw Nurse Shark, Sting Ray and dolphins daily. We will diffently be back!

Dwayne -

Beautiful, clean home. The dock was our favorite part. We saw Nurse Shark, Sting Ray and dolphins daily. We will diffently be back!

Dwayne B. -

Nice place!

Steve -

Nice place!

Steve G. -

The house met all of our needs and then some. The area has been a favorite of ours for decades. We always manage to find something new to experience. Vacasa was really great to work with - very responsive to any questions we had. Would book through them again.

Margaret -

The house met all of our needs and then some. The area has been a favorite of ours for decades. We always manage to find something new to experience. Vacasa was really great to work with - very responsive to any questions we had. Would book through them again.

Margaret S. -

We stayed at 86 Pelican Road from 10/15/16-10/29/16. The house was great, and the dock even better! Great entertainment area beneath the home with everything you need for great entertainment. The ocean views from the living room are unbelievable, and fishing from the dock was fun. We brought a boat, the only thing I would caution renters is backing a boat trailer into the driveway is a bit tricky! Overall, we had a great time and the property was in great condition!

Thomas S. -

We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation in this house. The property manager, Robert, was extremely responsive, friendly and accommodating. The house had everything we could imagine from outdoor living, cooking, lounging space to kids toys, movies, etc. The master bedroom was huge was great views and an amazing shower. We loved spending time outdoors on the dock, in the pool, laying in the hammock and watching sunsets. The location of the house was very private, but close to shops, restaurants and public parks and beaches. We always found fun things to do. We also liked that islamorada was not a far drive or boat ride. We will recommend this house to everyone we know. Thanks for making our vacation so memorable and thinking of so many details.

Jessica -

We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation in this house. The property manager, Robert, was extremely responsive, friendly and accommodating. The house had everything we could imagine from outdoor living, cooking, lounging space to kids toys, movies, etc. The master bedroom was huge was great views and an amazing shower. We loved spending time outdoors on the dock, in the pool, laying in the hammock and watching sunsets. The location of the house was very private, but close to shops, restaurants and public parks and beaches. We always found fun things to do. We also liked that islamorada was not a far drive or boat ride. We will recommend this house to everyone we know. Thanks for making our vacation so memorable and thinking of so many details.

Jessica S. -

A couple of dads and some 30 something guys fished, ate, relaxed and had an awesome week. This home is perfect for many occasions.

Frankie -

A couple of dads and some 30 something guys fished, ate, relaxed and had an awesome week. This home is perfect for many occasions.

Frankie S. -

Such a beautiful home you can't beat the view we Would love to come back

Debbie V. -

Better than we expected, the place is like new!! Very clean!! We may stay there again next year!! Your all set if you fish has a nice long pier of which we rented a 23 ft Mako fishing boat and docked it at the end of the pier. The place has a ice machine and a bait freezer, a beautiful outdoor grilling area next to the pool. Have the pool chilled!!!!!

August -

Better than we expected, the place is like new!! Very clean!! We may stay there again next year!! Your all set if you fish has a nice long pier of which we rented a 23 ft Mako fishing boat and docked it at the end of the pier. The place has a ice machine and a bait freezer, a beautiful outdoor grilling area next to the pool. Have the pool chilled!!!!!

August D. -

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely rent this house again. The home is beautiful and the grounds nearly perfect (a little less grass on the beach please). We all made good use of the pool, dock and kayaks. The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, dishes and utensils. The beds were comfy and the living area large and inviting. The only small issue was the cleaning crew wasn't on their best game. Bathrooms needed a little more attention and floors were done too quickly. Nothing we couldn't take care of though.

kristi s. -

Wonderful home! We will be back

Kristi S. -

This home had so much provided and had so much to do that we found ourselves rarely venturing out. We ate out a handful of times and booked a snorkeling tour, but other than that we never left the house! We utilized the pool, the kayaks, the outdoor kitchen, and the dock. The dock is great for snorkeling or just sitting and drinking coffee in the morning. You can pretty much see to the bottom all the way out to the end of the dock, and there's plenty of marine animals to observe just beneath it. Not only would I recommend this place to friends, I already have to several! Lastly, if you do stay at this property, bring some high quality (with a neutral/gray tint so as not to alter colors) polarized sunglasses. It may seem a bit silly, but by cutting the glare off the water, the blues and greens of the sky and ocean are brilliant from the dock. Try it and you won't be disappointed.

Justin -

This home had so much provided and had so much to do that we found ourselves rarely venturing out. We ate out a handful of times and booked a snorkeling tour, but other than that we never left the house! We utilized the pool, the kayaks, the outdoor kitchen, and the dock. The dock is great for snorkeling or just sitting and drinking coffee in the morning. You can pretty much see to the bottom all the way out to the end of the dock, and there's plenty of marine animals to observe just beneath it. Not only would I recommend this place to friends, I already have to several! Lastly, if you do stay at this property, bring some high quality (with a neutral/gray tint so as not to alter colors) polarized sunglasses. It may seem a bit silly, but by cutting the glare off the water, the blues and greens of the sky and ocean are brilliant from the dock. Try it and you won't be disappointed.

Justin B. -

House was great..... We really enjoyed the pier.... Would recommend to everyone...

Linda -

House was great..... We really enjoyed the pier.... Would recommend to everyone...

Linda S. -

Perfect all around-appealed to all ages. We had a blast--dock, pool, kayaks, tube, games…. Thank you for an incredible week!

Libby D. -

Ideal for two families with children ages ranging from 7-16

Stephan -

A wonderful setting, great house and unbelievable dock. We would gladly come next year.

Peter D. -

What a great trip down with (2) other families. The home was warm, inviting and LARGE! The grounds are perfect for anything and everything. Kids fished off the dock, dog loved the outdoor freedom. Really a beautiful home. Close to everything!

Kate -

Our family spent a wonderful week at the Grassy Key House. The house is very comfortable with a great layout. The kitchen is well stocked with anything you could possibly need. It was extremely helpful to have all cabinets and drawers labeled so that things could be returned to the right place. Having 8 kayaks was a true bonus. The pool was perfect for adults and the grandchildren. The outside grill area was like having a second kitchen and dining area. We loved having so many of our meals outside. We will definitely return.

Wendy & George -

What a great trip down with (2) other families. The home was warm, inviting and LARGE! The grounds are perfect for anything and everything. Kids fished off the dock, dog loved the outdoor freedom. Really a beautiful home. Close to everything!

Kate W. -

Ideal for two families with children ages ranging from 7-16

Stephan J. -

What a wonderful place! Words cannot describe how satisfied we were with the grassy key house. Large spacious house, well equipped, easy access to all the attractions , great local restaurants , every thing you need is within a reasonable distance , long key state park right up the road , a++++ great snorkeling right off the dock , lots of marine life off the dock , booked two weeks for 2017 Thank you

Anonymous -

Our family spent a wonderful week at the Grassy Key House. The house is very comfortable with a great layout. The kitchen is well stocked with anything you could possibly need. It was extremely helpful to have all cabinets and drawers labeled so that things could be returned to the right place. Having 8 kayaks was a true bonus. The pool was perfect for adults and the grandchildren. The outside grill area was like having a second kitchen and dining area. We loved having so many of our meals outside. We will definitely return.

Anonymous -

Nice house, seemed like new. Someone really has to clean a house in Marathon to get a rental house that clean. Dock was A1 if you have a boat.

John W. -

Great house with views of the gulf.Not far to restaurants & supermarkets

Peggy F. -

We enjoyed the house and all the sites we visited. We ate several times at the Grassy Key Outpost. The food, service and atmosphere were very good. The Sombrero beach while small is very pleasant with beautiful sunsets. All in all there is plenty to do even with poor weather

John -

We enjoyed the house and all the sites we visited. We ate several times at the Grassy Key Outpost. The food, service and atmosphere were very good. The Sombrero beach while small is very pleasant with beautiful sunsets. All in all there is plenty to do even with poor weather

John C. -

Seriously amazing...one of the best spots ever rented worldwide. Many thanks.

Lisa -

Seriously amazing...one of the best spots ever rented worldwide. Many thanks.

Lisa V. -