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Charming cottage on the Florida Bay in the heart of Islamorada with pool, dockage, beach + more

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The Bay View Cottage
The Bay View Cottage
The Bay View Cottage
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Islamorada, FL
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co.
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Theater of the Sea
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming cottage on the Florida Bay in the heart of Islamorada with pool, dockage, beach + more

The Bay View Cottage is one of three private homes located at Mermaid's Bay Boutique Estate. Located in the heart of Islamorada, just moments away from top attractions and restaurants, this secluded estate is situated directly on the bay. Secured by a gated entrance, the property sprawls over 3.5 meticulously maintained acres, with over 300 feet of bay frontage, protected dockage, and a resort-style pool and hot tub.

Nestled within one captivating property, our collection of vacation rentals at Mermaid's Bay includes three individual homes, each with their own allure and privacy. The homes may be rented individually or collectively and are available for weekly or longer rentals. (Note: This listing is for booking JUST the Bay View Cottage.)

The original Florida Keys charm has been preserved and tastefully updated throughout this romantic 2/1 '60s era cottage. Two sets of French doors off the open-concept living and dining area offer open-water views of the bay and lead out to a wrap-around porch that is shaded throughout the day by large trees. The cottage sleeps six with a king bed in the master bedroom and two queen beds in the second bedroom. A full bathroom with a shower and tub is located off the hallway.

Shared on the property is a resort-style pool and hot tub, cabana bathroom with private outdoor showers, sandy beach area, shaded tiki hut, water-front fire pit and a large boat basin. Easily access both the bay and ocean from our convenient location to enjoy every type of fishing the "Sport Fishing Capitol of the World" has to offer. Bikes, kayaks, paddle boards, hammocks, beach chairs, umbrellas and more are provided for your enjoyment. A small boat ramp is located on the property.

The cottage has a fully stocked kitchen, personal safe, linens including beach towels, a filtered water dispenser and a grill with complimentary propane. Complimentary paper towels, toilet paper, coffee and toiletries are provided to help you start your vacation.

Complimentary laundry service (wash and fold) at laundromat under the same ownership is provided to all renters. Please note that a washer and dryer is not located in the home.

Rentals are from Friday to Friday. Differing dates may be approved on a case-by-case basis.

Property manager

Mermaid's Bay Boutique Estate
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

Islamorada

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Matecumbe, a neighbourhood in Islamorada. Islamorada Brewery & Distillery and Florida Keys Brewing Co. are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Indian Key Historic State Park and Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Islamorada, FL

What's nearby

  • Islamorada Brewery & Distillery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • History of Diving Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Florida Keys Brewing Co. - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Theater of the Sea - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center - 4 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Islamorada Fish Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wahoo's Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Green Turtle Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Florida Keys Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming cottage on the Florida Bay in the heart of Islamorada with pool, dockage, beach + more have a pool?

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

Is Charming cottage on the Florida Bay in the heart of Islamorada with pool, dockage, beach + more pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage on the Florida Bay in the heart of Islamorada with pool, dockage, beach + more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage on the Florida Bay in the heart of Islamorada with pool, dockage, beach + more?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage on the Florida Bay in the heart of Islamorada with pool, dockage, beach + more located?

Located in Matecumbe, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Islamorada Brewery & Distillery, History of Diving Museum and Keys History & Discovery Center. Matecumbe United Methodist Church and Florida Keys Brewing Co. are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony N.

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

Amazing Stay!!!

My family and I cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed our stay. Amazing communication and there could not have been a better setting with a warmer welcoming. We plan to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

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

Paradise

Everything about the home and surroundings was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

billy m.

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

Love this place. Offers it all. Can’t wait till next year!

Excellent offers it all. Close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorene M.

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

Paradise

The property is gorgeous. This is a one-of-a-kind compound with approx. 250 feet of ocean frontage. The pool is beautiful, the cottage is so clean and beautifully decorated. Tony keeps the entire property well maintained. A piece of paradise. A truelly wonderful place to spend a vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trisha L.

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

Islamorada’s Finest

This place is incredible! Perfect location, beautiful view and very clean. Our family enjoyed this place so much! Tony was a great host. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Al F., Atlantic Beach, Florida

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

Peace in paradise

This is a gorgeous, private piece of paradise. The grounds are every bit as beautiful as the pics. The homes very nicely appointed and comfy. Tony the manager is awesome, kind and super helpful! The pool is magical(and I'm not a pool guy!) We couldn't have asked for a better oasis of beauty and calm, within easy walk of anything needed. Thanks Tony and family for this blessed place. It was a place of healing...
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex L.

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

Gorgeous property - resort like setting

We have been visiting the Keys for almost 20 years in a row. This property is gorgeous and amongst the top 2 most beautiful we have stayed at. It is spacious, has a resort like pool, breathtaking bay / sunset views, and tons of space to spread out. Great fishing, snorkeling, and kayaking from shore. Easy to rent and dock boat. Very clean facilities. Will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

George W.

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

Piece of paradise

We couldn’t have enjoyed our stay more—from check-in to check out and everything in between (cottage, water view, pool, etc); we had an unforgettable time! We look forward to our return! 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan A.

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

Great stay

We have been coming to Islamorada for a few years and have stayed at various hotels. This was our first time staying at a VRBO property and it was fantastic. We stayed in the Bay View Cottage. The photos don't do it justice. Beautiful property and a great location. It's at MM 82 with all the restaurants and shopping nearby. The Bay View Cottage, where we stayed, had a beautiful view of the bay. We also had a perfect view every night of the sunset. The cottage was very clean. Tony met us upon arrival and showed us around. Super nice guy and very responsive. The grounds are immaculate. The pool was great to relax by...it has a waterfall and a hot tub! There is also a pool house with outdoor showers and restrooms. The property is very private as it has a secure gate in order to enter. Our cottage had a BBQ grill right outside the door so the nights we wanted to stay in and cook we did. If you rent or have a boat, there is a protected dock for you to put your boat. We rented kayaks and paddleboards and had them delivered to the property. There's a ramp leading into the bay thereby making it easy to launch them. At night, my wife and I would sit outside and look at stars then get our flashlights and shine them down in the water to check out all the marine life. There are all sorts of fish and we even saw a manatee swimming by one day. Did I say Tony was responsive? He is very resonpsive and just a super nice guy. The location is A+ and the property and cleanliness is A+. We will be back! Thanks Tony and April!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

5 Stars

Excellent location with gated access. Very private. Beautiful view and easy access to Florida Bay and the ocean. Used the on-site ramp to launch my 25’ boat and kept it in the water in the protected dock area for the week. House was perfect for our family. Well stocked kitchen and abundant beach towels and linens. The grounds are immaculate and the pool area is superb. Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerome V.

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

Amazing, we love this property

We have stayed at Mermaid Bay before and love it. The location is amazing, there are stores, restaurants and things to do within walking distance. The property is lovely and peaceful. We cannot speak more highly of Tony, he is wonderful. I highly recommend this entire property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barnaby R.

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

Family makes all the difference!

This is a beautiful, well appointed home and property, you can see that from the photos. What makes all the difference in the world is the kindness and compassion of your hosts. The kindest family you’ll ever meet. Look no further, this is your home away from home in the heart of Islamorada!
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

glenn k.

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

Great place to enjoy Islamorada.

Love the houses and resort like pool/setting. Excellent location and our host was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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