Expertly Decorated-Marlin Bay Resort & Marina

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Marathon, Florida

The Turtle Hospital17 min walk
Vaca Key4 min drive
Sombrero Beach6 min drive
Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

About this property

Marlin Bay Resort & Marina is a hidden gem located in the heart of The Keys! It is a newly launched boutique resort featuring 13 luxury vacation homes, 74 private marina slips and a centrally located pool deck and clubhouse. We provide unparalleled service in an intimate setting allowing you to relax and unwind. We are located in Marathon in The Middle Keys, so you can easily explore all that The Keys have to offer.

THE CLUBHOUSE

- On Site Concierge Team
- Beach Chairs & Umbrellas
- Lounges with Big Screen TVs
- Fitness Center with Sauna & Steam Room
- Bicycles available to reserve in 2 hour increments (10am - 4pm daily)
- Game Rooms with Shuffleboard, Billiards, Poker Table & Board Games

THE POOL DECK

- Pool Bar
- In Ground Hot Tub
- Beach Entry Heated Pool
- Lounge Furniture & Umbrellas
- Corn Hole, Ping Pong & Billiards Table

THE MARINA

- 74 Slips Available for Rent
- Boat Trailer Parking for Rent (limited availability)
- Fully Powered Concrete Docks with Water Hookup
- On Site Dockmaster & Dockhands to Assist as Needed
- Kayaks & Paddleboards available to reserve in 2 hour increments (10am - 4pm daily)
- Onsite Fishing in Designated Areas
- Unable to accommodate jet skis

RESIDENCE #3826

- Pool Front Home with Three Private Terraces
- Standalone 3-Story Home with Elevator & Garage
- Guest Bedroom on First Floor with King Bed, En Suite Bathroom & Patio
- Open Floor Plan on Second Floor with Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Room with Queen Sleeper Sofa, Laundry Room & Terrace
- Master Bedroom on Third Floor with King Bed, En Suite Bathroom, Wet Bar & Terrace
- Guest Bedroom on Third Floor with 2 Twin Beds & En Suite Bathroom
- New Modern High-End Furnishings & Luxury Linens
- Pack-n-Plays & Highchairs available upon request
- Bright, Open & Airy Layout

RENTAL AGREEMENT

A formal Rental Agreement will be sent for e-signature within 24 hours of booking. This must be completed within 48 hours of receiving to confirm and hold a reservation.

NEARBY AIRPORTS

- Key West, FL (EYW) – 47 miles
- Miami, FL (MIA) – 112 miles
- Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL) – 141 miles

VACA-21-433

Property manager

Elite Alliance Hospitality

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Marlin Bay Resort & Marina - Clubhouse and Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

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

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sombrero Beach and Bahia Honda State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.

Marathon, Florida

What's nearby

The Turtle Hospital - 17 min walk
Florida Keys Country Club - 4 min drive
Vaca Key - 4 min drive
Sombrero Beach - 6 min drive
Seven Mile Bridge - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
‪Takara Japanese Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
‪Keys Fisheries - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Expertly Decorated-Marlin Bay Resort & Marina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Expertly Decorated-Marlin Bay Resort & Marina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Expertly Decorated-Marlin Bay Resort & Marina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Expertly Decorated-Marlin Bay Resort & Marina located?

This family-friendly Marathon holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Fishermen's Community Hospital and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center. Florida Keys Country Club and Vaca Key are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

29 May 2024

Great stay in Marathon

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Wynn Vale, South Australia

27 Apr 2024

Marathon Stay

10/10 Excellent

David S., Dubai, UAE and La Pine, Oregon USA

3 Apr 2024

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

Beautiful Condo in Private Marina

Very clean, well appointed condo in an upscale marina with a fantastic pool and located in a quiet, easy to access area. Our stay was wonderful and met our expectations fully, but it should be noted that there is no beach access on the property or within walking distance. Also this particular unit does not have a sea view or pool view but it is not advertised as having either so it is only worth noting as a consideration in your search. The view is mostly of a garden/pathway area that is quiet. Overall, it is exactly as described and we would stay again for sure!

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

1 Apr 2024

Vacation 2024

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Lake Worth, FL

30 Aug 2023

Amazing stay at Marlin Bay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay was by far one of our best experiences. We have rented many high-end homes and #3826 is in our top 3 list. The home was very clean, well maintained and had all the amenities we needed. We enjoyed spending time relaxing by the pool, playing games in the club house and watching the amazing sunsets. A few of the best restaurants in Marathon are within walking distance. We highly recommend trying a Lobster Reuben & Key Lime pie from Keys Fisheries and Florida Keys Steak & Lobster House for dinner. Plenty of room for fishing gear and paddleboards in the garage. Lastly the staff was extremely helpful and friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

30 Mar 2023

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

Mr Beckerle

A great resort for all ages

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Madeline F.

20 July 2022

Luxurious Resort with Beautiful Landscaping and Prime Location

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Portsmouth, NH

27 Mar 2022

Amazing Stay

8/10 Good

David A.

8 Mar 2022

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Wonderful

The house was great, very modern, clean and beautiful. It’s on 3 levels. The bottom floor has the garage and a nice bedroom with a separate full bath with shower. ( the only negative comment is that bedroom was warm at night). The second floor had a large kitchen, dining room and living room. The kitchen was well-stocked with dishes and cookware. The third floor had a wonderful main suite with a large bathroom with large tub and shower and doubly vanity. And a walk-in closet with a small refrigerator and separate sink. The property is part of a resort with a nice pool and spa and a marina. There was a bar at the pool for drinks. We are breakfast and lunch in the house and generally went out for dinner. Very good food particularly at The Hideaway, Frank’s and the Steak and Lobster House. It was our first family trip with our now adult children and significant others and we had a wonderful time.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Madeline F.

27 Dec 2021

Luxurious Relaxation with prime location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the most amazing family vacation this past November. The concierge service was top notch from the day we booked! Communication with the company was easy and they were very knowledgeable. The residence was well equipped spacious and CLEAN, again LUXURIOUS is how I would describe this resort. Beautiful landscaping, decor from appliances to furniture! The kitchen was my favorite- although we ate at local restaurants: Castaways (sushi and manatee siting, key west steak and lobster house), we tried to use the kitchen a couple nights! We even bought seafood and lobsters from next doors keys fisheries and grilled steaks at the marina! Location was perfect, we rented a boat and enjoyed both boat and pool every day! The marina was prime location to 7 mile bridge and around to Vaca Cut where tarpon were consistently feeding at the aquarium. We took the boat to sombrero reef each day as well for my family to snorkel. I cannot wait to go back and look forward to booking again!!!

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8/10 Good

Tim H.

25 May 2021

Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place to stay. The paperwork was so exstenive that I thought I was buying a house. A guiet and upscale place to stay. Have staved there 3times

10/10 Excellent

Marisa M.

9 Apr 2021

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

Perfectly relaxing

Our stay was very enjoyable and relaxing. The unit was spacious and perfect for our two families. Everyone enjoyed the pool, games, and kayaks. There were great food options within walking distance. We visited the aquarium, Bahia beach for a hike and snorkeling, and spent a day in Key West. We also really loved a fishing charter.... everyone caught several fish! We would definitely recommend this location!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

16 Mar 2021

Excellent, relaxing stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely home, well thought out and designed floor plan for a family. Excellent location to stores, restaurants and everything we needed in Marathon. The home is a great location on the property, next to the pool, close to gym and everything is in excellent condition. we will stay again! I just recommend upgrading the pillows and possibly adding a second mirror in the master bath.

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10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

3 Oct 2020

Great Stay!

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10/10 Excellent

21 July 2020

Fabulous Find

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We found Marlin Bay via a friend and it seemed almost band new. Unfortunately with the current COVID situation, some of the amenities were not available, but the house and rest of the resort were beautiful! The concierge was excellent from pre-arrival communication, efficient contact-less check in and outstanding response to anything we needed during our stay. The house was gorgeous and completely outfitted. We would highly recommend this place, except that we don't want the secret to get out! :)

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10/10 Excellent

17 Mar 2020

Lovely vacation at Marlin Resort and Marina

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10/10 Excellent

Lynn C., Johns Island, SC

18 Feb 2020

A Wonderful Slice of Heaven 2020

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What an amazing resort!!! We 1000% enjoyed our stay from beginning to end. Our villa was just beautiful! There was not one thing we couldn’t have asked for – the kitchen was nicely laid out and had everything you would need to entertain family and guest. The linens were beautiful and most important – the BEDS were AWESOME! BEST SLEEP EVER!!! We traveled with another couple and we both are looking into the purchasing the Wellsville Bed (Yes, we lifted up the mattress to find the manufacturer!!). We slept the best and that’s not typical when traveling. This same luxury was the same throughout the resort, pool area and grounds. The staff was extremely helpful and eager to make sure our stay was perfect. We offered only one suggestion – to perhaps looking into adding additional air conditioning vents on the lower level (bedroom downstairs was warm) given how comfortable the 2nd and 3rd floors were perfectly vented.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C., Johns Island, SC

17 Feb 2020

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

A Place with a View 2020

What an amazing resort!!! We 100% enjoyed our stay from beginning to end. Our villa was just beautiful and looked as if no one had ever stayed there before. There was not one thing we couldn’t have asked for – the kitchen was nicely laid out and had everything you would need to entertain family and guest. The linens were beautiful and most important – the bedding was amazing - best sleep ever!!! We traveled with another couple and both are looking into the purchasing the Wellsville mattress. This same luxury was the same throughout the resort, pool area and grounds. The staff was extremely helpful and eager to make sure our stay was perfect.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

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10/10 Excellent

Ted T.

7 Dec 2019

Beautiful spot in the keys

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10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

29 Apr 2019

Outstanding service and gorgeous property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental experience was so outstanding. The property manager was quick to respond to any questions. The property is gorgeous, the staff is so friendly and accommodating, the location is great for walking to restaurants. The house was so beautifully decorated and the finishes were outstanding, there's so much space, and an elevator too which made it easier to get luggage in. The resort is fairly new so it was quiet, which was awesome, felt like we had the place to ourselves. The resort pool gets a lot of great sun through the day and the chairs and umbrellas were great for relaxing. We were so impressed by Marlin Bay and can't wait for an opportunity to return!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

4 Apr 2019

Family weekend

Our trip to Marlin Bay Resort was amazing. The property is gorgeous, the staff is so friendly and accommodating, the location is great for walking to restaurants. The house was so beautifully decorated and the finishes were outstanding, there's so much space, and an elevator too which made it easier to get luggage in. The resort is fairly new so it was quiet, which was awesome, felt like we had the place to ourselves. The resort pool gets a lot of great sun through the day and the chairs and umbrellas were great for relaxing. We were so impressed by Marlin Bay and can't wait for an opportunity to return!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

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10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

23 Feb 2019

High end rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit was Beautiful and immaculate. Pool area and bar were luxurious. No beach to walk on, but that's Marathon.

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