Springs Venture Out Dolphin House (#386) with beautiful open water views

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Your gonna LOVE the underwater Lights
Front of the Home
Nothing like Morning Coffee looking at Henry Flaglers old historic Rail Road.
Kayaks and a great place to chill or fish
Moderen Living Room an a Large TV and fire place

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Venture Out Keys
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Upper Sugarloaf Key
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Florida Keys Beaches
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Springs Venture Out Dolphin House (#386) with beautiful open water views

This Home has some of the absolute best views of the Ocean; sitting on your deck watching nature at its best. Our 35ft sea wall perfect for fishing or docking your boat.
Easy access to either the Atlantic or the gulf; some of the best fishing or lobstering spots located in all of the Keys. Plus one of the most beautiful Light Houses located just a short Boat ride to a awesome light house with great snorkeling opportunities.
Also some of best food located just around the corner(Square Grouper and Broil) are Great places to eat and just a short 23 mile drive to downtown Key West.

Also have a Local Guide that lives in Venture out if need someone to give you a tour of our beautiful out Islands. (Times and Rates will apply)

This Home has been recently been completely updated with a modern updates furniture and all the necessities, you would be looking for a 80 inch smart Tv, two single kayaks two stand up paddle boards and some snorkeling gear; Plus two new Beach Cruisers.
We have tried to make this place somewhere you will defiantly want to come back and stay with us every year. These updates where done Feb of 2022.

We offer so many fun things here in our community of Venture Out.
A large and small swimming pool and (adult only) Hot Tub with a lagoon to swim. Also a Recreation hall with pool tables, ping pong, shuffle board, Lawn Bowling, Tennis courts, Bocca ball and basket ball with all equipment provided at Guard Shack. We also have for you two Beach cruiser bikes and two single kayaks, two stand up paddle boards and assorted masks and fins for snorkeling.
This is such an awesome place to stay entertained and enjoy our outdoor life style.


There are two comfortable bedrooms and one-and-a-half baths and a very comfortable sleeper sofa in living room. Plus a large elevated deck facing the water with a table for dinning or just chilling out taking in the sights. We also have high speed internet and provide Coffee a tradition coffee maker with Keurig single cups also. There is Parking for one car in the driveway and any additional vehicles will have to park in over flow. That is walking to our home. There is also a Convenient store located inside Our community just for our use with Boat Fueling station also.
these facilities are open 7-5:30 everyday.

** Also make note that when you arrive at The Gate, there is a one-time Administration fee of $100 plus Tax, payable upon entry by check or cash.
This fee goes directly Venture Out for the Guard shack with 24 hour maned service and all the services of Venture Out. ie. (equipment for all games on the property)
This is a one time fee and covers your complete stay either three days or 30 days.
Any questions while you are here just walk up the guard shack or call (305)745-1982

We are here to make sure your stay is relaxing so please any questions on food and places to see please ask.
There is a really cool place to visit while your here and exploring is the JUMPING BRIDGE on Sugar Loaf Key a neat locals only kind of place we are sure you will love its a easy adventure. So please just ask.



ADDITIONAL NOTE ON PARKING:
The following parking rules have been made by the Venture Out Board of Directors. This has been done to improve the appearance of common areas, to discourage long term storage, and to maintain parking in an orderly manner.
The Venture Out (VO) "Overflow parking lot" is designated for short-term (temporary) fee parking only. There is NO guarantee that space can be allocated for tenants during your stay.
Only licensed transportation vehicles, licensed boat trailers (with or without a boat), and licensed recreational vehicles (RVs) are authorized for short-term overnight fee parking in the overflow parking lot.
Commercial vehicles and storage trailers must get approval from management before they can park in the overflow parking lot.
Venture Out can only accommodate (when authorized and available):
a. One (1) licensed transportation vehicle in overflow parking and/or
b. One (1) licensed boat trailer (with or without a boat) -or- one (1) licensed recreational vehicle (RV) in overflow parking.
You may have one licensed transportation vehicle at your unit. All additional vehicles, trailers, and RV's must leave Venture Out property or purchase overflow parking depending upon availability.
Overflow parking may be purchased for a maximum of fourteen (14) days. Once you have reached the fourteen (14) day maximum you will not be able to purchase overflow parking for a six (6) month period.
Overflow parking outside of the designated overflow parking lot (north side of Pavilion) must be specifically coordinated with the Front Gate Security or it will be towed at the owner's expense.
Overflow parking rates are as follows:
a. Transportation vehicles are ten dollars ($10.00) per night.
b. Trailers under fifteen feet (15') are five dollars ($5 .00) per night.
Trailers fifteen feet (15') or longer are ten dollars ($10.00) per night.
RVs need to be evaluated by management.
VEHICLE/BOAT/TRAILER STORAGE (off-site)
Dolphin House at Venture Out provides you with 35 feet of concrete dockage in front of the house. You have your own swim ladder for swimming in the deep, saltwater canal, and there are two stainless steel padded cleats to secure your boat, should you bring one.  If you wish not to store your trailer (or boat and trailer before launch) in the Venture Out Overflow Parking  Lots, ($5.00 per day up to 15 ft., $10.00 per day 15 ft and over), OR if Venture Out overflow parking is not available, there are other options for storage. Check with any of these options or others you might find online:
Big Pine Storage, 30677 Overseas Hwy., Big Pine, (305) 872-2590
Cudjoe Boat Rentals & Repairs, 447 Drost Dr., Cudjoe Key, (305) 745-2352
Rudy Krause, 26351 Old State Rd. 4A, Ramrod Key, (305) 872-2100
Big Pine Key Industrial Park, 100 Industrial Rd., Big Pine Key, (305) 872-4457
Fanci Seafood,  Overseas Hwy., Cudjoe Key, (305) 745-3887
Ryan  Construction, 21423 Overseas Hwy., Cudjoe Key, (305) 872-9214

Property manager

Spring and Bob Loomis
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Unit 386 has a driveway of 16ft. Your vehicle must fit without overhanging onto the street or it must overnight in the overflow parking lot.
Residence is strictly limited to no more than 4 plus one small child. Absolutely NO SMOKING inside the house or within the Unit 386 property lines.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Summerland Key

Located in Summerland Key, Springs Venture Out Dolphin House (#386) with beautiful open water views is on the waterfront. Florida Keys Beaches and Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Blue Hole and Big Munson Island. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cudjoe Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Venture Out Keys - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Upper Sugarloaf Key - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Florida Keys Beaches - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Key West Visitors Center - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Sugarloaf Beach - 21 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangrove Mama's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boondocks Grille & Draft House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kiki's Sandbar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Square Grouper Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Looe Key Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Springs Venture Out Dolphin House (#386) with beautiful open water views have a pool?

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

Is Springs Venture Out Dolphin House (#386) with beautiful open water views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Springs Venture Out Dolphin House (#386) with beautiful open water views?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Springs Venture Out Dolphin House (#386) with beautiful open water views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Springs Venture Out Dolphin House (#386) with beautiful open water views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda Y.

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

A beautiful getaway

We loved our stay! The view is awesome! We used the kayaks and bikes. Everyone we met was friendly. There was so much to do! We took a charter and Husband caught a massive Tarpon. We also enjoyed a couple snorkeling trips. I have to mention the underwater lights…so much fun watching the bait fish come in and then the bigger fish feeding. Thank you for a wonderful and relaxing vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie S.

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

Great Lower Keys location!

Stayed with my hubby for a quick 4-night trip in March. Had a little glitch checking in with the guard shack, but the hosts were very kind and responsive. House is a great layout for two couples, nice well-stocked kitchen and a beautiful deck with awesome water views! We were too busy to actually enjoy the place, so would love a return stay if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

AMAZING!!

We absolutely loved our time here! GORGEOUS view of the bay! It was exactly what we needed for our guys trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Justin P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Not what we expected!

If you are looking for a boat launch and dock, this is your spot. If you want more of landing spot for other activities, look around more. The house has seen better days and many things are broken or pieced together. The security were rude and charged more than was disclosed on the website.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

connie g.

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

Great location

This was a perfect location for our trip to the Florida Keys. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and relaxing. There is a nice pool area also.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great views!

The outdoor deck/patio are amazing! Great location! Great views! Venture Out has an amazing large saltwater pool that was really nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mandy M.

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

Perfect location

Weve stayed here twice now. It offers great views, great location, great hosts, my only suggestions is the beds could use some upgrading.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison T.

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

Charlie’s birthday trip

The accommodations were well above and beyond expectations 💕 The host was easily accessible and very helpful. The place was clean and well stocked. We had an amazing time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karie A.

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

Beautiful Property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The property had all the amenities and comforts of our own home. Thank you for allowing us to spend a week in paradise at your beautiful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie M.

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

Great stay!

Great stay overall! House has been updated and comes equipped with anything you could possibly need. The lower price makes the Florida Keys accessible to many!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Joshua H.

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

Lipstick on a Pig

I cannot wrap my head around how more people haven’t written reviews on the poor air quality in this rental! DampRids FULL in every corner of the house, condensation running down the peeling/damaged wallpaper, de-humidifier running 24/7, water damage underneath one of the sinks in same bathroom that the floor is caving in. We left a day early since we couldn’t breathe at night due to congestion we developed while there. We’ve stayed in multiple VRBO’s at Venture Out in past years and are understanding to ‘mobile home life’ but this takes the cake for disappointment.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Destini P.

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

Great location

The owner was the best we have ever experienced. Very helpful insight what to experience while in the Keys with our family. It was a safe neighborhood that feels like home. The only thing that could have been better was the cleaning company who maintains the house. Other than that, great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

April 2024

The location was great, right on the water with a great view. The house and amenities were perfect for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Anna Y.

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

Great location! Nice house.

Nice stay. Minor issues with lights. Love the community and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel P.

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

Sweet spot

Great little resort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorilie L.

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

Enjoyed our time

Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Perfect spot

Great place to stay if you want to fish and snorkel the reefs and also be close to the restaurants and shops of Key West. The house has everything you might need and the views from the deck are amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda S.

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

Very relaxing

We enjoyed all of the biking, fishing, kayaking and pool. Would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shail S.

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

Amazing home by the waters

We really loved the house, everything was clean and tidy. The patio was right by the water and the view was breathtaking! There was only 1 thing that we didnt knew about which was the entry fee (resort fee - non refundable) which wasn’t mentioned when we rented the property(or we might have missed that). It would have been good to know about that from before But other then that no complains, would def be back here again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Jane H., Markle, USA

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

Window coverings broken or lack of. TV not workable in 1 bedroom (only TV in 1 bedroom). Closets cluttered with stuff and cleaning products everywhere. Didn't feel the floors were real clean. Will not recommend to any of our friends, which is very disappointing because the view was really good. I'm sure this won't make it on your website of reviews, but it should.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

victoria d., Tampa

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

Great stay

Loved this place! Its on the water with some of the best fishing right off the back deck! And all of the lights to light everything up including the water to attrack the fish at night! Loved it here will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

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

Venture Out

Great time, great place. Loved it there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

Great Place

Wonderful place to vacation. Everything you need is in this house. Great house for fishing and kayaking. Great view of water, sunrise was beautiful!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

A mixed review

We were very excited to rent this specific house because of the advertised lights for night fish viewing. On arrival, we found the power had been out & we arrived w/ lots of groceries to a very hot house & fridge. The Venture Out staff did quickly help us restore power. Night 1 the outdoor lights did not work. We spent 3 days attempting to get ahold of Bob w/o a reply. We left 3 messages in the VRBO message thread, none of which were replied to & called the number listed & left voicemails. On day 3, my husband thought he’d locked himself out. We had previously discovered that the back patio door of the house wouldn’t lock, so he entered that way. We asked the Venture Out staff to help us get a hold of Bob. He promptly called us back & let us know to try the back door as it was known to not properly lock. (We realized the key code was working, it was user error.) After that point, Bob did communicate with us, but the lights were broken and never did work. Bob offered some type of compensation but has delayed several times at this point. The initial communication troubles made what could have been minor issues for several things feel much more frustrating. The house was not stocked with enough toilet paper. The house sleeps 6 (would not recommend due to very uncomfortable pullout couch) but high top table seats 4 with no extra chairs. Overall, would choose somewhere else next time. A simple check in at the start of the stay would have gone a long way.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Spring and Bob Loomis

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We've been vacationing in The Florida Keys for many years. Every year, we said "now is the time" and we looked at all the cottages that were on the market at that time. But we were never able to find the "right" one. We wanted a cottage that had all the features that WE wanted when we visited Venture Out. And at the same time, we wanted a place that would be appreciated by people who wanted to have the same "at home on vacation" feeling that we did in a rental, and at a reasonably affordable price.
We finally found it with our little Dolphin House. We hope you will enjoy it!
It had to be right on the water and enough dockage to accommodate a decent boat. It had to have good views and good light. It had to have nice bedrooms, baths, a great and spacious kitchen (KraftMaid), and it had to have high quality and level floors.
We wanted to be part of a community that had its own fantastic features-- And Venture Out has that in its enormous pool (also a spa) and wonderful kiddie pool, its lighted tennis courts, basketball court, Bocci Ball, little playground, nice meeting room and rec room, a nice on-property store and lots more we have yet to discover.
For people who care about such things, it even has municipal water and sewer!
So this is our home away from home. And we want to share it with people who will enjoy it as much as we do!
Welcome to Springs Venture Out Dolphin House!

Why they chose this property

Way too great to keep this hidden JEM to ourselves, so we hope you and your family will enjoy and love this place as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

One of most amazing views off the back deck and a great community that seems like everyone just live like we are all in Paradise Wait we are.

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