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YACHT 33'~FREE KAYAK

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Living area
Private kitchen
Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 237.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Key Largo, FL
  • Florida Keys Visitor Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Key Largo Hammocks State Botanical Site
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Ocean Reef Club, FL (OCA)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

YACHT 33'~FREE KAYAK

We are renting our comfortable 33 Searay boat!! it is located in a beautiful cove approx. 3/4 mi out from the base marina. Our boat has 1 front stateroom with queen bed and 1 back stateroom with full bed , 1 bathroom (Porta-potty) with stand up shower,( not heated ) kitchen, dinner table, and all the amenities that a house can offer. The boat has a quiet inverter generator that runs the appliances, and ac. we supply 8hrs run time/ day. Coffee maker, dishes, pots and pans, linens, bath and beach towels (coffee, tea, sugar & water included). A double kayak is included , or to make back/forth easier, and exploring lots of fun, we rent motorized dinghy's!! (please see pics for options- dinghy's are recommended highly). Here you can use the bathrooms and shower facilities and laundry machines (fee). We would like to mention that if your high maintenance, or expecting the Hilton, well, you would probably be better off at the Hilton) This adventure has proven to be most satisfying for kids 55 and under:)
We live in the marina and we are available at all the times you need us. We do PRIVATE fishing Charters, dolphin, sunset, snorkeling, beach picnic day, sandbar, restaurants, romantic night getaway and tour around Key Largo at a fraction of the cost of most charters in the area. Half & full day boats rentals for very reasonable prices too!!.

Restaurants & bars, Gilbert's and Shipwrecks are nearby for great food, live bands and watching amazing sunsets and dolphins in car or by water!
**ATTENTION out of the COUNTRY GUESTS** we pride ourselves in an ultra clear line of communication with our guests, it will be imperative that we are able to contact you by PHONE once your in the country- this will ensure that we're able to provide the best stay possible for you!! THANKS - NO Exceptions!!
Also, please ask about the " Secret tiki"!! it's proven to be a huge hit with all our guests :-) We'll l share our pirate map with you how to get there:)

*** We are now required by VRBO according to California Law to inform you about our standard rates and/or additional fees for pets or additional guests for your booking.
Fees are as follows:
*Cleaning fee: $45.00 per stay.
*Pet fee: $20.00 (Non shedding pets up to 20lbs)
*Additional guest fee after 2 people: $20










Property manager

Mark Seda

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Key Largo

Located in Key Largo, this houseboat is by the sea. Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill and Bluefin Rock Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Key Largo Hammocks State Botanical Site and MarineLab Undersea Laboratory are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Key Largo, FL

What's nearby

  • Florida Keys Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Caribbean Club Bar - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Key Largo Hammocks State Botanical Site - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park - 17 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill - 19 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gilbert's Tiki Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buzzard's Roost Grill & Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alabama Jack's - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Blackwater Siren - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck's Bar and Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is YACHT 33'~FREE KAYAK pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at YACHT 33'~FREE KAYAK ?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at YACHT 33'~FREE KAYAK ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is YACHT 33'~FREE KAYAK located?

Situated by the sea, this houseboat is within 9 miles (15 km) of Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Key Largo Baptist Church and Florida Keys Visitor Center. Florida Keys Visitor Center and Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 68 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Peaceful, relaxing

Great host. We had everything we needed. Best time ever to totally unwind. Thank you! We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lamar a.

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

a beautiful place with excellent views

While working in Homestead my hotel was paid by my employer. I had to cover the weekends !nd since it was 14 hours of driving to get home I found a much expensive place to stay with a much better view at Mark's bot in Key Largo
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob Y.

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

Great stay

Great couple of nights! It’s an experience - how often do yo get to take a dingy boat out across the water to your accommodations. It’s not the Hilton, but a good comfortable private setting. Mark was very accommodating with everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenedy W.

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

Fun place to stay!

Great experience! The boat was nice, Mark was the best - very attentive and accomodating, and was quick to help with any issue we had. It is just as much an adventure as a place to stay, so keep that in mind! The boat location is very peaceful and it's convenient for exploring the Keys. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Miranda N.

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

Getaway

My friend and I stayed for three nights on the boat. Mark is very friendly and very accommodating. We enjoyed watching the storms on the boat and kayaking around the bay. The boat is most certainly older and has some issues but overall we enjoyed our stay. Make sure to pack lots of mosquito repellent because you will become dinner out in the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

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

Peaceful getaway

This was a perfect weekend getaway. We enjoyed the seclusion and being on the water. This is a no frills stay which I appreciated communicated in the posting. I already miss the Key Largo breeze!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

June F.

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

Sleep under the stars

Peaceful, stars were amazing, had a nice kayak ride and got to see a manatee up close. Mark was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Different but fun

It was cold and raining but it was fun and different for sure! It’s definitely like Glamping on a boat!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Mark's exceptional hosting skills, clear communication, and attentive care ensured that our experience on the houseboat was nothing short of amazing. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and had a memorable time. Thanks to Mark, our first experience on a houseboat was truly unforgettable, and we're already looking forward to our next visit.

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a very unique experience and one well worth doing! The host, Mark, was great at communication and setting expectations. I think he said it best when he mentioned that it was basically camping on a boat. I would highly recommend taking the option to rent the dinghy for transportation to and from the boat. This was a fantastic experience and one we will remember for the rest of our lives.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

The Marina is a work in progress due the last hurricane. Overall, you can tell a lot has been done.

We spent 4 nights here. Everything we needed was there as promised. The beds were very comfortable, the ac's nice and cold. Loved the back deck where we hung out every night. Met a lot of fun people on the property (the neighbors Bo and Daryl super fun!) . The owner Mark was amazing and dropped by daily to see if we needed anything and was very accommodating. We'll definitely come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Morgan G., Fort Myers

Comfortable, clean, and fun getaway! Our dog loved it, too!

Our host, Mark was amazing and accommodating to all of our needs upon our arrival and throughout the trip. The yacht we stayed on was perfect for us. Had everything we would need there, and very clean and cozy. We enjoyed Mark's charter services- we took a sunset charter to a private island with our dog, and loved it! We got some beautiful pictures of the sunset. The dog got to play on this beach we were taken to, and she had a blast! Our stay in Key Largo was great, getting to explore areas all around us, including the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State park. Beautiful! Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

4/10 Poor

chris l.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Debated on leaving a review or not...

So, My wife and I booked this boat knowning what camping is all about. We have no issues staying in a rustic setting as we car camp several times a year. First the good, Marc is a very likeable host, communication whether good or bad is his strong point. The bad, we were communicated with the morning of our stay and told to take our time (mind you check in time is at 3:30) we were told the later the better as he had a pilot flying in later to rent a more expensive boat for a longer duration that we were and he tried to explain it off as "seniority" that he had to cater to him and that also the water pump had gone out and the boat didnt have any running water as advertised (i get it stuff happens but fix it instead of concentrating on "the captain") I guess our money is as good as we didn't spend as much and didn't deserve what we had paid for. So after sitting at the meet up location until 5:30pm, Marc finally called and said start loading up our stuff on the smaller boat as "the captain" was finally close. We get to our rental boat well after sunset, which is one of the main reasons we chose this, so the first night was shot. When we got up the next morning we started noticing black mold in the cuddy cabin, a lot of filth and junk everywhere on the boat. I do believe Marc is a great guy but needs to take some time and clean, we didn't expect anything other than a camping experience as we had done before but we would not have done this if we had known this.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a different boat, a little bit bigger, green with an upper deck also with free use of kayak. The description was what it said it would be, basically camping on the water. There were mosquitos but that could not be helped. There was a screen for the sleeping area which kept them out for the most part and there was a screen at the sliding doors to help keep them out of the boat as well. The host was exceptional. We rented a dingy to get back and forth to the marina instead of using the kayak, which the host gave us a reasonable rate. If we needed to reach out to him, he was always there ready and able to assist. We rented a charter boat with the host for one day and that was very exciting and fun! He took us around the area and we stopped off at a couple of nice Tiki bar and grills and then stopped to take a couple of swims. It was a true adventure for us. Thanks Mark !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

R M.

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

Good times!

Had a nice time staying a couple of nights. Like the overview states, it's not the Hilton. If you have stayed on boats or camped in campers you will understand what to expect. If you enjoy staying places in that manner you won't have issues with the bath house, parking, etc. If you are high maintenance and expect valet parking and a bell hop this trip is not for you. That said, Mark did offer to help with our bags and picked us up on his golf cart, so maybe just don't be high maintenance 😁 Mark was friendly and very accommodating. If you are planning on chartering a boat I would recommend checking with Mark. Price was reasonable and trip was great! Laid back and safe. Next time I get a chance to be in this part of the world again I will check here before I book somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Daniela

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the filthiest place , I have ever seen. Dirty, used silverware in the drawers. Big disgusting stains on couch and bedsheets. The stove had thick crusts of food stuck on it. The fridge had lots of mold in it (I was told it wasn't there for use anyways). There wasn't enough water to clean the dishes. I wasn't expecting a luxury experience, but for the money I can definitely expect a clean place. We cut our 2 night stay short and left after one. After pointing out the conditions to the owner, he did apologize, but was only concerned about a bad review. Sorry Mark, but we work very hard for our money and hope to keep some other people from making the same mistake.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Peter H., Anchorage, United States

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

boat stay

We had a nice time. It was fun to stay on the boat for two nights and sit on the deck and watch the sunset. It was also a good location for exploring the area. Mark is a good host. The boat could use some updates but Marks post says -- it's not the Hilton. The marinas public bathhouse and laundry was in the process of being remodeled or something as it wasn't always available.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Shirley A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The boat is nice for the price and Mark is a good host. We took one of Mark's boat tours which was the highlight of the 2 day stay. If you like to kayak and take his boat tour you will be satisfied. Mark will do what you want like, go swimming on the sand bars, fishing or a sunset cruise around. If you want to just hang on the boat and have a great view and surrounding amenities then, not so much right now. There is construction all around you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was not as advertised. It’s filthy, the air conditioners barley put out cold air because they were so full of dirt and thick build up, they were duct taped sloppily into the ceiling so there were hundreds of mosquitoes that got in and bit us all night, there is no power in the boat the electric is powered by extension cords from the trailer lot that he plugged lamps into. The canoe has no seats, actually it did but they were broken plastic pieces in the floor of it. The kayak was half sunk in the front of the boat unusable, when the sun went down the roaches came out, the bites on our bodies were from bed bugs, the place smelled like a sewer, I’m sure because the black water tanks weren’t emptied on a regular basis. The restrooms for public use were in a shipping container behind a huge metal trash container. After you walk through the piles of rocks, rotting lumber, a back hoe parked in the lot, you needed a code for the ONLY restroom for everyone to use which is not cooled because the ac is broken, and the only shower is full of the regular full time residents soaps, and body puffs hanging in it. The light to the bathroom was out. The amenities were plastic bags of old condiments, plastic ware from others before us, a cooler mark put ice in, a gallon of crystals water, and used shampoo in the shower. The head or toilet smelled like a sewer , worse than a portapotty and thus making the entire 10ft living space stink like death, moldy as well. We had two towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Communication
Needs area update all over maker over, it need a full makeover
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

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

Unique place to stay and I would stay again!

Mark was an awesome host! Great communication and he even had ice in a cooler ready for us to start our stay! Besides some construction the location was convenient and awsome to stay at! Definitely would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Mark was a great host! His yacht was fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joie T., Murrells Inlet, SC

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

I booked this for a relaxing getaway for just myself and it did not disappoint. The boat had everything I needed and was perfect for peaceful relaxing days. Mark, the owner was always available to answer my questions and give suggestions regarding what to do locally. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

4/10 Poor

Darryl Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Camping on a boat

We were expecting an older boat at a marina that would provide a fun stay at a reasonable price. What we got was basically camping on a boat. As we drove to the marina, the owner lived nearby so we coordinated meeting at the boat dock. What we saw was a partially collapsed dock that left the boat a little too far from stable footing, like a 2-foot step over open water. A little unnerving. Dock was partially collapsed, so extra sections were dropped on top so it was almost level. Not safe, especially at night, since nobody wanted to use the on-board head toilet and used marina restroom as "least-worst" option. Boat itself was an older model with no engine, power and water from shore. Well the first night, dish sink only had cold water, no hot water, and the next night it had no water at all. Not sure why, but we just used bottled water. Owner did provide us free use of a cooler with lots of ice, and a case of water which we appreciated. The 'condiments' were packets of ketchup, mayo, mustard and soy sauce from unknown restaurants, of unknown age. We didn't use any. Bedding and towels were comfortable and clean, but the overall cleanliness was not up to my other half's standards. The sink in the bathroom worked ok except no hot water. The head was what you'd get on an older boat, and nobody even tried to use it. Shower on board was not used. Sleeping is in two areas, back and front. Kids took the back, we took the front. The outside 'hatchway' lid had a few gaps, so mosquitoes were getting in to main seating area. For kids, I rigged up a big towel in front of their bed opening to keep mosquitoes out (kids couldn't sleep until then). Up front the bed area had a door, and tons of movies. Small gaps in the top hatch let in a couple mosquitoes. After an overnight rainstorm, the tied-up kayaks had wedged between the boat and the dock, pushing the rear of the boat away from the dock another foot, so it was about 3 feet to get to the dock. I had a lot of trouble trying to get a box off of the boat, since I didn't want to drop it in the lagoon and had to jump while carrying. Dock was bad. Owner had offered a fishing pole, but the tiny tackle box was full of rusty water so unusable. Free use of Kayaks. Overall value: 5/10 since it was holiday season so everything is more expensive. But I expected something more than camping on a boat for the price we paid. We were close to abandoning after the first night but we stuck it out. Fix the dock.

10/10 Excellent

Raymond F.

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

Wonderful time

Great experience. Mark was an excellent host and we had a wonderful time in the boat!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mark Seda

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Why they chose this property

We love the Keys and we want to show this paradise to our guests!

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