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Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear

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Direst access to the open water
Bring your boat!
water and power at dock as well
Marina
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 481.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Venture Out Keys
    ‪6 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 4)

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear

This beautifully furnished, very clean, well-stocked modern house is located in Venture Out, a private residential community in the fabulous Florida Keys.
The house has direct ocean access for the serious fisherman. Keep your boat on our concrete dock with water and electric on the dock as well as a nice fish cleaning station. The fishing here is outstanding- Depending on the season, Sailfish, Dolphin, Marlin, Grouper, Hogfish, Snapper and all species of reef fish and world class Tarpon fishing.

Snorkeling and diving at Looe Key Reef, many wrecks, and the back country are all readily accessible. There are commercial dive and snorkel trips available within a few miles of the resort. We have lots of snorkel gear for you to use!

The property features a private sandy beach, a large, heated pool plus a kiddie's pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, pickle ball, bocce, etc. there is plenty to do while you are here.
We also have 4 bicycles, two kayaks and a paddle board at the house.

The marina offers gas pumps, boat ramps, pressure washers to wash down your boat and trailer, and air pumps for your tires!

Of course, Key West has much to offer with all of its unique festivals such as Fantasy Fest, Goombay, Goombay, Hemingway Days, etc.
Marathon has the famous Turtle Hospital and the Dolphin Research center where you can swim with the dolphins.

Please be advised that there is an amenities fee of $125. that gets paid directly to the Venture Out upon check in (this is not an owner charge this is a condo association charge for use.

Also be advised that we have a security camera under the house facing the dock. you will see it directly above the lockbox.

Property manager

Melanie Zanini
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: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is a community playground for children
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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
$500 fine for smoking in the house
Venture Out Resort charges a resort fee of $125 wh
Only one vehicle may be parked under the house

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

About the area

Summerland Key

Located in Summerland Key, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Florida Keys Beaches and Bahia Honda State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Blue Hole and Wilhelmina Harvey Park. Big Munson Island and Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary are also worth visiting. 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 - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Upper Sugarloaf Key - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Florida Keys Beaches - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Key West Visitors Center - 15 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Sugarloaf Beach - 22 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangrove Mama's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boondocks Grille & Draft House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kiki's Sandbar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Square Grouper Bar & Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Looe Key Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear have a pool?

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

Is Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Venture Out Keys, Venture Key and Out Key. Upper Sugarloaf Key and Florida Keys Beaches are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Excellent Property

Plenty of room for a family of 4 ( includes 2 teens). Well stocked kitchen and very clean. The best was catching fish right off the back of the house. We look forward to planning a return trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci C.

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

Great place!

We loved having our own space for a boat. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Excellent location!

Spent a wonderful week here with our teen daughter. Loved having the option of riding bikes down to the pool. The location was perfect, right between Key West and Marathon Key. We found fun adventures within a short drive each day. Also enjoyed getting to know other people who were staying in the gated community resort! We’d love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jasongambit1

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

Would highly recommend

Property was well stocked with everything you need. Great location. Only minor thing was had to fill out same paperwork 2-3 times when checking in because they didn’t have it… assuming it was a communication issue between host and security. All in all I would highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel W.

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

Really Great

Cleans and scenic
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Jill A.

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

Nice relaxing place to stay in the Keys

Stayed for a week at this charming VRBO with my husband and another couple. Plenty of space for all of us to enjoy. The house has everything you need. We didn't have time to use the kayaks but did use the bikes and also the new grill. Went to Key West for the day which is only a 20 minute drive from Venture Out. The heated pool at Venture Out is very nice....comfortable 88 degrees. The only thing we wish we would have known about is the list of activities at the resort. We didn't find out about them until our last day there. The guard at the check-in didn't give us a the list when we arrived in the evening. Maybe that is something that only the office has when you check in before they close for the day. The property manager for this unit was easy to get ahold of her via text. She responded promptly to any of my questions. We would definitely stay at this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn S.

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

Great location and nice neigh hood

My wife and I were down for the key west marathon. The place was great, beds very good good stock of pots and pans. We used the 2 person kayak which was very nice but it weights a ton hard to get out of water. Bikes were also great to use although a little beat up. I which their was a little more information on the area ,by the time we were getting comfy with the area we had to leave. Fishing poles would be a nice addition. Also I know we are the exception but if you don't have a cell phone the owner can be very difficult. Thanks we will definitely stay here again..
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee K.

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

Friendly community

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

james p.

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

Cudjoe place

It was wonderful i enjoyed the stay very much it was perfect thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Eric P.

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

Gorgeous Key Get-a-Way!!

This place was beautiful. When staying in a rental, there can always be a little something that is not right or goes wrong. Nothing went wrong with this place. The master bed evidently has an older form top mattress that doesn't dissipate heat, so it you are warm sleeping you will want to sleep in the second bedroom. It's not quite as bad. You may want to bring your own King Sheets and pillowcases. They were very rough!! All in all, I would recommend this place! They seemed to have everything covered! Remember that you have to pay a $125 plus tax fee to the resort weather you stay one night or more. This is on top of your rent to the owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

Such a great a property!

Amazing stay. Right in the end of a canal. Spent so much time outside. Windy during our stay, but sunrise was awesome. Clean. Pictures are exactly on point. Will stay again if we go to the area. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destiny L.

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

Great Stay!

Everything was great and Melanie was very easy to communicate with!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent R.

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

Canal stay

Property was clean and accommodating. Enjoyed our stay even though the wind was blowing a little and had some rain. Close to nearby store and places to eat. Only thing that came up was the neighbor complained about my son fishing on the sea wall a few feet onto her side. We apologized and went on with his fishing and spoke for a couple more minutes which at the end she was very nice. Recommend this place for a young family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Casey G.

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

Annual lobster trip

Fun time.wanting to stay next year same time just need better communication w house mgr but i think it can be better next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Amazing place!

Everything from the location, amenities, to the beautiful house and great property owner was wonderful. The whole family had an amazing time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

Great stay!

Clean comfortable and on the water what else can you ask for!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate N.

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

Quiet and safe getaway

Our family had a very comfortable stay, snorkel gear, bikes, towels, laundry everything we needed. The only unexpected was the ocean water was smelly at times and we used the paddle boards to collect trash out of the water as it collects in the dock area. I still gave 5 stars, but we definitely didn't feel comfortable swimming right off of the deck with everything gathering in that area. The pool was a nice alternative!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Awesome place in venture out

As always we enjoy Venture out! Mel’s place was awesome! She was great to deal with as well!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya H.

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

Great Rental

Loved the house and everything was perfect. My only concern or thing to watch out for is if you have a boat. The bubblers at the end of the canal doesn't work, so there is a thick pile of seaweeds at the end of the canal in front of the house. We were being very careful, but it almost ruined the trip when they got into the engine. (I think it is a Venture Out issue, not a rental issue). The rental is still 5 star and I would rent it again. This is probably my favorite house so far at Venture Out.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

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

Absolutely perfect!

Everything was perfect, the house was beautiful and well stocked. We even saw two manatees hang out right in front of the house for about an hour! The location is great and the host was extremely helpful. Side note, the Square Grouper restaurant, which is just down the road, was one of the best places we ate in the Keys!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asli U.

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

TOP

Magnifique maison avec tout le nécessaire. Emplacement idéal au sein de Keys
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

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

Girls’ Trip

The location is perfect to airport and Key West/Marathon. We found the house to have everything we needed and the neighborhood was peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Daniel S.

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

Nothing special

Average, clean and relaxing. Fine for a relaxing get away but nothing special. Communicating with the owner was rather frustrating. We received multiple repedative emails requesting information and giving special instructions that we responded to over and over again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

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

Great clean and central home away from home

The house was emmaculate and a great central location for trips to Key West and Islamorada for the week. The beds were very comfortable and the space was very homey...we've stayed in many VRBO rentals, and this was the best appointed kitchen we've experienced from a K-pod and a drip coffee maker to an airfryer. Though we never grilled, the outdoor spaces on both levels were very nice, and we appreciated the umbrella and beach chairs for our day in Zachary Taylor.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lona B., Saginaw Mi

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

Great location!

Beautiful home with top notch appliances and furnishings. Location was close to Key West many day trips in the keys.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Melanie Zanini

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I am the property manager and I live just a few miles away from the house so i am always available to answer questions or help with any problems.

Why they chose this property

This upscale home is meticulously maintained, well stocked and beautifully decorated. We also pride ourselves on the cleanliness of our home. We even wash bedspreads every time!
The house bright and airy and comfortably furnished and looks down the canal to the open water! We even have brand new plus beds, one king size, one queen.

What makes this property unique

The home is located on a nice wide canal with direct open water access for boaters. Keep your boat right in front of the house at the beautiful concrete dock with water , power, and a fish cleaning station. there is also a bait freezer for your convenience. There are two double wide boat ramps, a marina with fuel, and a convenience store on the property. Other r boater friendly features include a pressure washer to clean up your boat an trailer and an air compressor for maintaining your tires. The use of these facilities is included with your amenities fee.
Our house is located within venture out and the amenities charge is $107.50 at the gate for the use of it’s facilities.
The fishing here is outstanding. Depending on the season, Sailfish, Dolphin, Marlin, all species of reef fish and world class Tarpon fishing.
Snorkeling and diving at Looe Key Reef, wrecks, and the back country are all readily accessible.
The property also features a private sandy beach, a large pool plus a kiddies pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, pickle ball, bocce, etc. there is plenty to do while you are here.
Of course Key West has much to offer with all of it's unique festivals such as Fantasy Fest, Goombay, Goombay, Hemingway Days, etc.
Marathon has the famous Turtle Hospital and the Dolphin Research center where you can swim with the dolphins

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English

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