Tropical: 4BR Luxury Home Gulf Views Pool and Dock

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Open Gulf Views with Private Pool and Dock

Golden hour over the Gulf of Mexico—experience breathtaking sunsets from your private paradise

Spacious patio featuring a pool, hot tub, and comfortable lounge chairs

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8200.4 sq m

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Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer

Explore the area

Marathon, Florida

The Turtle Hospital
‪7 min drive‬
Sombrero Beach
‪8 min drive‬
Coco Plum Beach
‪12 min drive‬
Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Tropical Sunsets, your tropical oasis in the heart of Marathon, Florida! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers a serene escape with breathtaking Gulf views, luxurious amenities, and a perfect location for relaxation and adventure.

Property Overview:

Prime Location:
Tropical Sunsets is nestled in a quiet neighborhood behind the airport. Enjoy the tranquility of the Gulf side while being conveniently close to all that Marathon has to offer. The property has close boating access to the 7-mile bridge.

Direct Gulf Front:
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets from the dock or while sitting on your porch. The porch is perfect to relax with a beautiful view.

Spacious and Stylish Accommodations:
Tropical Sunsets features four beautifully decorated bedrooms and three bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests. Each room is designed with a charming Florida Keys style, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for your stay.

Outdoor Paradise:
Step into your private outdoor oasis, complete with a pool, hot tub, spacious pool deck, and comfortable lounge chairs. The lush palm trees and direct Gulf access create a picturesque setting for relaxation and gathering. The property also offers plenty of parking for your convenience.

Key Features:

-Private Pool: Enjoy the sparkling pool with a spacious deck and lounge chairs perfect for sunbathing or enjoying a refreshing dip.

-Hot Tub

-Dock Access: For boating enthusiasts, the private dock offers easy access to the Gulf. Perfect for fishing, kayaking, or simply soaking in the stunning sunsets. The dock has space for one boat with a maximum size of 27 feet. Guests must ensure that their boat does not exceed this size limit.

-Outdoor Dining: Savor meals al fresco with the beautiful backdrop of the Gulf waters and swaying palm trees.

Indoor Comfort:

-Living Area: The open-concept living area features comfortable seating, perfect for family gatherings or unwinding after a day of exploring with Gulf Views.

-Fully Equipped Kitchen: The kitchen comes complete with appliances, allowing you to prepare delicious meals with ease.

-Dining Space: Enjoy meals together in the spacious dining area, with ample seating for all guests.

Guest Access:
Guests have full access to the entire property, including the pool, dock, and all indoor and outdoor spaces.

Parking: This property features 3 parking spaces and trailer parking.

Local Recommendations:
Explore the vibrant marine life at the nearby Turtle Hospital or Dolphin Research Center, indulge in delicious seafood at local restaurants, or take a short drive to the famous Seven Mile Bridge and Bahia Honda State Park. Key West is also just a scenic drive away for more adventures.

Book Your Stay:

Reserve your tropical getaway at Tropical Sunsets today! Your dream vacation awaits!

Dolphin Vacations

*Pool heat is available for a fee of $250+ tax per week. Please book at time of reservation or up to one week prior to the reservation start date.

*Minimum Age of Primary Renter: 25

VACA-20-889 VRA-21-58

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Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests must sign Dolphin Vacations rental agreement within 48 hours of booking.

Minimum Age to Rent: 25. No Smoking. No Parties or Events. No Pets

Cancellation fee of $300 applies. Please inform us if you will be bringing a boat.

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Florida Keys Country Club and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Marathon, Florida

What's nearby

Florida Keys Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
The Turtle Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
Sombrero Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
Vaca Key - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
Coco Plum Beach - 12 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Island Fish Company - ‬7 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
‪Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails - ‬8 min drive
‪Keys Fisheries - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical: 4BR Luxury Home Gulf Views Pool and Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical: 4BR Luxury Home Gulf Views Pool and Dock?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical: 4BR Luxury Home Gulf Views Pool and Dock?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Tropical: 4BR Luxury Home Gulf Views Pool and Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Crane Point Museum and Nature Center, Marathon Air Museum and Boot Key Harbor. Florida Keys Country Club and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Amy G.

15 Apr 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Needs a lot of updating

The location was terrific but the house needs updated.The kitchen is in bad shape and needs new cabinets and countertops. We enjoyed the dock but watch out! Rusty screws are sticking up everywhere and the entire thing is not stable. The ladder to get into the water is hanging on by a screw, literally. The entire one side is not attached and the screws are sticking out for someone to get cut on. They are keeping this place at a bare minimum.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

B C.

14 Apr 2025

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

Awesome location!

First off, Mary the property manager and her staff were extremely responsive and I give them top marks - they do a terrific job!The location is awesome, you cannot beat the sunsets from the pool. You have ready access to the stores, bars/restaurants, parks, etc., that Marathon has to offer.The house itself was very clean and provided ample room for the seven in our party. Make sure to note that the lower level bedroom does not have indoor access to the upstairs main living area (and the other bedrooms), you must step out into the carport and walk up the outside stairs to access the main living area. This may be a positive or negative depending on who occupies that room as it definitely introduces a sense of separation from the others.Minor items of note - having rented many houses in the past, normally there is an accumulation of "minor neccesities", either from the owner, or left from previous occupants. What I refer to are items such as; salt/pepper/sugar, kleenex, paper towels, insulated cups/coozies (for drinks by the pool), etc. For whatever reason, these items were not present and required a follow-up trip to the store.Overall, we enjoyed the home and location, and were very pleased with the property management team and their responsiveness!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory N.

5 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

28 Mar 2025

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

Great place for the family vacation

We had a great stay. Plenty of space for large family.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

25 Feb 2025

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

Family Get Away

It was perfect!! Had our own aquarium right in front of us. We saw needlefish, princess, parrot fish, nurse shark with her baby, a few manatees and other fish. So enjoyed the pool and scenery. The only downside was the noseeums. When the sun went down, you couldn’t stay outside nor on the porch. Overall, it was a wonderful vacation and would definitely go back again.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

16 Feb 2025

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

Family Get-Away

WOW!! We had an amazing vacation. It was like having our own aquarium. So many beautiful fish, manatees and even saw a nurse shark with her baby. The pool was perfect for relaxing. Our only complaint, which had nothing to do with house, was the no-seeums. They were relentless outside and also on the screen porch from dusk to dawn.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

4 Jan 2025

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

Perfect for families

Great pool, hot tub, boat dock with great water access. Supermarkets, shops, fast food local. Close enough to Islamorada without all the craziness and an hour from Key West. Plenty to do locally too. House was clean, fit our needs.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

29 Dec 2024

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

Awesome Marathon Vacation

The house was exactly as advertised and all communications with the property manager were timely and cordial. Beautiful waterfront home with a heated pool (perfect temperature for weather in the 60’s and 70’s, a covered, 4-person hot tub (a perfect 104 degrees), and all of the amenities that we would possibly need. Next time we will rent a boat because the dock is perfect. Great location, too. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

24 Nov 2024

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

Amazing stay

Our family of 6 came down for a week’s stay. We had such an amazing time! Property was immaculate and beds were comfortable. Could’ve stayed all week without leaving. Hot tub and pool were just the perfect mix. We had a blast fishing and snorkeling from the dock. Mary and Claire were awesome hosts! Will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

28 July 2024

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

25th Anniversary stay

Property was great. We have stayed in many properties over the past 20 years and Mary is the best property manager we have ever dealt with in the Keys. We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vincent S.

31 Dec 2023

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

Location! Location! Location!

Overall we had a great time and the house was nice. You can't beat the location with great sunset view. The pool, hot tub, and dock were very convenient and very much fun. The house was clean but needs some updating.... especially the kitchen. With that said, we had a fantastic time and were not disappointed. It's a great house.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

28 Oct 2023

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

Family Keys Trip

This was the perfect house to enjoy a trip to the keys with family. I woke up each morning looking out at the ocean. You can fish as the sun rises, go in and eat breakfast, then go out and snorkel. The house location is perfect for a day trip to Key West and many state parks. You could easily relax, fish, and snorkel right off the dock all week and never need to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tom H.

17 Aug 2023

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

Things that need to be addressed

Dock wood polls Do not have any bumper guards on them. Had to load the boat at night so it would not get beat up There is no water hook up at the dock.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

2 July 2023

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

Fabulous view

The house was clean and comfortable for all six of us, with everything you need to enjoy Marathon and the surrounding keys. We also enjoyed the dock, pool and hot tub; especially, after boating all day. You need to see the sunsets! Phenomenal!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

4 Mar 2023

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

Family Favorite!

We have stayed in many vacation rentals but our family agreed this was our favorite! The house is comfortable and well supplied with towels and kitchenware. As with many rentals, it has a little wear and tear, but it is very well maintained. The outdoor space is spectacular. I don’t know if we can ever be satisfied with canal front houses after being waterfront. The sunsets are fantastic!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Barb R.

19 Feb 2023

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

Fabulous Home

This home was amazing! Pictures just can’t do it justice. We wanted something midway along the Keys and near the water and boy! Did this deliver! The home is beautiful and the private pool and hot tub were just what we wanted. Plus, with three couples using the house the layout was excellent because we each got our own bathroom/bedroom combo. There was an extra room with twin beds if you have kiddos as well but we didn’t need that for our group. Mary was excellent at communicating prior to our stay and just as we were getting settled in but dropped off completely after that when we had additional questions. Not sure why. Maybe she went on vacation too??? 😉 Overall, it was lovely week and we will definitely consider this rental in the future. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

13 Jan 2023

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

Great stay, great location, great host

We had a great stay in marathon, highly recommend for families. Exceptional location. Fourth bedroom is detached, great for teens, perhaps not as much so for smaller kids. Worked out for us great. Mary the host is fantastic.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley G.

7 Dec 2022

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

Great family Thanksgiving trip

We spent the week of Thanksgiving in this home with our children and grandchildren. The set up for this home was perfect for us with no direct access to the pool or water from the main living space without exiting through the main door and through a fenced area. This was very important to us traveling with small children and again an ideal set up for our group. There is one bedroom/bathroom downstairs with it’s own entrance that was a great quiet space for our son and his girlfriend without children. The pool and hot tub right on the water was perfect. Mary was great to work with. Perfect family trip, wish it was longer!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan T.

25 Sept 2022

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

Marathon Vacation

We had three couples and the house was plenty big enough. The view was simply beautiful. After two weeks we weren't ready to leave.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Tracy R.

27 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Perfect location!

3 bedrooms, 2 baths upstairs with kitchen and living room, another bedroom and full bath downstairs. Kitchen could use an update, to include not having any pot holders and the pans are dated with loose handles, the knives are dull, kitchen cabinets need to be tightened up. We messaged the property manager a few days in advance a couple of times with questions without a response. We traveled from a far distance and arrived to the house less than 30 mins early prior to check in time, one of the questions we had in advance of our trip was asking for an early check in, we only wanted to get out of the car and stretch our legs and were made to feel like a nuisance. A ton of stinky trash was left behind from the previously renters which was unpleasant. No extra blankets in the house. The air conditioner was extra cold which was a plus! There was always a nice breeze blowing thru by the pool. The “noseeum” bugs are horrible, we had so many bites on us from being outside and inside the house. Fishing from the dock was amazing! We caught several nurse sharks, needle fish, tarpon, barracudas and red snappers. Only 1 cleat on the dock to tie up the boat that we rented and was informed by the neighbor that it was dangerous to tie up there due to storms as this is how he lost his boat. There are some soft spots on the pier but still solid for watching beautiful sunsets and sun rises. One of the cleaning crew members backed into our car and fortunately for us there was no damage but for him, a busted tail light on day one. I was not aware there was an additional charge a week to rent the kayaks and bikes, again a question I had inquired about in advance without a response. The password was changed to the WIFI and the binder was not updated with this information had to reach to VRBO to get the new password. Overall for the price, we were pleased with our stay! The manatees swam directly past our pier numerous times, we saw turtles and also dolphins.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heath H.

30 July 2022

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

Excellent Location & Great Pool

Our group of 8 guys really enjoyed this home and back yard. The pool and hot tub were a great escape from the summer heat and there was plenty of shaded outdoor space for cooking and eating. The dock easily accommodated our 23’ boat. The host even replaced the grill for us when we realized the existing grill was not usable. Great host and home. We will hopefully be back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

10 May 2022

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

Perfect House for sunsets.

We loved the house and really enjoyed the stay. We like fishing off the dock but this dock could use some improvement. Also the bathrooms are a little cramped but everything worked great. The Pool, Palm Trees, and sunsets were great.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

keven M.

21 Feb 2022

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

Overall

House was nice, clean and quit location that was centrally located to access a lot of the keys

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Gary S.

31 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice House and Location, but Maintenance Problems

Excellent location in Marathon and a nice house, tho dated. Toilet, air conditioning/heater, and faucets all had problems while we were there. Mary great to work with, but she is not well-served by her maintenance guy.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

1 Dec 2021

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

The view made our trip!

We booked this property because of the amazing view. The house is older and has some deferred maintenance but it's all you really need. Nice pool, hot tub & screened porch. The dock is not really suited for a boat (only one cleat and on the open water so difficult with any wind) but is an awesome spot to fish & watch the sunset! The property manager was kind and responsive. The location was great. Plenty of room for our family of 6.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Your host

Dolphin Vacations is a family-owned vacation rental company offering properties in Marathon and Key West, Florida. Our mission is to provide outstanding accommodations and exceptional service to help make your stay truly memorable.

Our rental properties offer excellent amenities alongside convenient access to the Florida Keys' beautiful beaches, restaurants and activities. Whether you desire a romantic getaway, family vacation, or sunny escape with friends, our rentals provide the perfect home base.

With 30 years of hospitality experience, we understand what makes a vacation rental exceptional. From our warm welcome to our attention to detail, we ensure guests have a remarkable stay.

At Dolphin Vacations, we are committed to making your time in Marathon or Key West relaxing and enjoyable from start to finish. We look forward to welcoming you to your home away from home in this breathtaking part of Florida.

What makes this property unique

Experience a serene escape at Tropical Sunsets, a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in Marathon, Florida, with breathtaking Gulf views, a private pool, hot tub, and direct Gulf access for a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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