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Dog-Friendly Home on the Water w/ Dock, Boat Access, Private Pool, & Free WiFi

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Marathon, FL
  • Vaca Key
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • The Turtle Hospital
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Sombrero Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Dog-Friendly Home on the Water w/ Dock, Boat Access, Private Pool, & Free WiFi

Marathon Magic

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What's better than a Marathon getaway when it comes to coastal adventures and dreamy days of sweet sunshine? Treat yourself to a perfect getaway and make this stunning retreat your home base today, as it boasts four spacious bedrooms, room for a boat on the private, 25-foot dock, a private pool (heating available), and gorgeous views! The interior is filled with beachy decor, natural light, and a fully equipped kitchen for preparing tasty meals, yet each day can mainly be spent outside reminiscing over a cold drink on the covered deck, tanning by the pool, or grilling up some burgers on the private gas grill! When it is time to settle down, everyone can hang out at the round table for a game night, watch a movie in the living area, or hit the hay in one of four bedrooms boasting queen beds in three and a double in the last bedroom.

What's nearby:
This location couldn't get much better, as you will have easy access to open waters for boating, fishing, swimming, and exploring the Keys! When you want to venture away from home base, be sure to check out the Turtle Hospital, Florida Keys Aquarium Adventure, and the Dolphin Research Center. Be sure to explore some of the nearby water sport activities like kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. Plus, you can easily grab a bite to eat nearby at Burdines Waterfront and Castaway Waterfront Restaurant & Sushi Bar, both less than a mile away. Starfish Marathon Snorkeling Tours is only a few steps away, with great barrier reef tours and specialty cruises, and Sea dog Marathon Fishing Charters is ready to take you out for a full day of saltwater fishing.

Things to know:
Free high-speed WiFi
The family dogs are welcome
Snowbird-friendly
Private pool (heating is $250 per week)
There is a bait freezer on the porch available for guest use
Please note the saltwater system is installed and working

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Dock details: boat up to 25ft feet in length
1 day notification is required in order to heat the pool. A fee of USD 32 per day must be paid prior to check-in to purchase pool heat for your stay.


Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 26 years of age to book. Guests under 26 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this holiday home is in the city centre and 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.
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Marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • Vaca Key - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Turtle Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Seven Mile Bridge - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Florida Keys Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Sombrero Beach - 8 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Porky's Bayside - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burdines Waterfront - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Dog-Friendly Home on the Water w/ Dock, Boat Access, Private Pool, & Free WiFi have a pool?

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

Is Dog-Friendly Home on the Water w/ Dock, Boat Access, Private Pool, & Free WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly Home on the Water w/ Dock, Boat Access, Private Pool, & Free WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Home on the Water w/ Dock, Boat Access, Private Pool, & Free WiFi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-Friendly Home on the Water w/ Dock, Boat Access, Private Pool, & Free WiFi located?

Located in the heart of Marathon, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Boot Key Harbor and Vaca Key. Shady Palm Art Gallery and Fishermen's Community Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 25 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Nicole S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Worst possible guest experience

Where do I begin, I reached out to the host of this property almost 2 weeks ahead of checking in to request the pool heater to be turned on for our stay since we rented this property in the middle of March and one of the main reasons we chose this property was because of the heated pool. Kevin from Vacasa responded with the daily rate and asked me to confirm to proceed with the daily charge to add the heated pool for our stay. I confirmed that same day to proceed but Kevin failed to notify the appropriate resource to turn on the heater ahead of my stay and the pool was still frozen cold the day I checked in. I had to wait a full 24 hours going back in forth with various reps from Vacasa with all of them giving the same cookie cutter response “we apologize for the inconvenience. Our team will look into this and get back to you shortly”. They finally responded with the lock code to be able to turn the heater on myself. Such an easy solution but took over 24 hours to get. You’d think you’d be assigned one property manager who will be your main point of contact for your stay but instead I spoke with about 10 different reps who have the worst communication within their own organization I’ve ever seen. That was evident in my first communication with Kevin. Talk about a lack of personalized service speaking to a different rep each time I write them. A couple reps even told me they wouldn’t be able to turn on the heater for my stay which is absurd since it’s just an easy flip of a sw
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not quite

The home was located in a very commercial area with construction going on behind the home. Not much in the way of privacy as neighbors on both sides could be clearly heard night and day. Trash rules confusing and not clearly communicated. When enjoying the pool daily chartered boats would go by full of patrons who can view the entire back yard, close enough to touch.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sherri C.

Marathon Magic

This was our first trip to the keys. We enjoyed the home, great location on the water. The pictures don't do justice for how comfy and roomy the how is. The pool was awesome. Would definitely go back again.

8/10 Good

Heather R.

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

Lots to see while in the pool!!

Well stocked property with pool and dock for fishing. Close to 7mile bridge for walking/biking/sunset. Would stay again. Lots to see in the busy little harbor outside the house. Marathon is bustling as well but nice to be minutes from store etc. House was very clean and kitchen well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L., JACKSONVILLE

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

Million dollar view

View was spectacular. Home was cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Magical Experience

We loved this house! It provided everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rex A.

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

Making memories with family.

Great view, unit was updated to modern standards, very clean and nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Great place!!

We loved everything about this place! We spent hours everyday in the pool and fishing off the dock. The location was perfect. There were several bars and restaurants in walking distance and a short drive to everywhere else we wanted to go. We will definitely book this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

DANIELLE Q.

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

The view

The house was clean and well stocked for all your needs. The view however, was the the best part of the stay. Hanging out in the pool or under the shade of the covered porch just staring at the view was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Love marathon

Decent home. Location on the water reminds me of us 1. Workers pounding nails over the weekend working on lobster traps. Wish I did better research. Grill needs a desperate update. Angles of pictures make it look totally different.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

LISA R.

Beautiful spot tucked away right near fun food fishing and beautiful beaches

Really was the perfect house for us. Clean and up to date with a beautiful view of the water. Pool can be heated for a daily fee which made relaxing and swimming at home..a great option when beach weary or just refreshing after a day of fun . We thoroughly enjoyed the gorgeous Sombrero Beach Beach along with the natural beauty of Curry Hammock State Park. Sombrero beach is dog friendly as well as the small shallow, clear waters of Veterans beach about 10 minutes South on Overseas highway. The best places to eat in Marathon were very close and some walkable -Lazy Days South, Porkys... and others a few minute drive - Burdines, Castaways, Island Grill and the fabulous Hideaway Cafe on top of the Rainbow Bend Inn. And right next door is Starbucks. The house had excellent air conditioning, water pressure and appliances dishes pots and pans. Washer and dryer large capacity and worked very well. The yard is fenced in so great for my tiny dog but just kept an eye on pool and ocean in case she decided to jump in. Service was great when I called about pool heat or initial questions on how to use locks. Three thumbs up and 5 stars.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Hidden Gem of The Keys

Tucked on the last little road on Marathon, it was a quiet and peaceful. The only noise was the sound of occasional rain and the wild roosters of the Keys. The house had everything we needed for a wonderful stay. We liked the location so we could do short day trips and yet have a nice grocery store nearby. It was relaxing to have a pool looking out to the ocean. We would stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

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

Marathon magic

Very clean and updated property will stay here again
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

April I.

Great place to stay!

Beautiful view and very clean. Walking distance to several bars and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

James W.

Great Place

Loved our second stay here. Great location, very clean house with everything you need. We will be back again.
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10/10 Excellent

Dudley W.

Nice vacation spot

The house looked like it had just been refinished. The kitchen was well supplied. We spent most of our time between the porch and the pool.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob F.

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

Making memories in the Florida Keys

We had a wonderful vacation in the Keys. The home was perfect for us!! Very clean, gorgeous view and the kids loved playing in the pool. Sunset boat rides, lobstering, fishing and swimming with the dolphins at dolphin connect. We made amazing memories in this home and will definitely be booking this home again! Thank you for sharing your home with us! We loved every minute of our week of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Great home to stay at!!

We had an amazing time and the house was perfect!

8/10 Good

stephen r.

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

vacation

Enjoyed the property. Property manager provided limited supplies and would not give more trash bags or paper items. No suggestions provided on local activities or restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty P.

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

Pleasantly pleased.

We had an awesome stay! This house has the most well stocked kitchen dishes, utensils, pots and pans, plates, etc than any house I have ever stayed at in all our visits to the Keys. The house was very clean and cheerful upon our arrival. Plenty of room. Open windows for plenty of sunshine and to see the sunrise each morning. Plenty of chairs by the pool. The whole place was beautiful! I can't say enough about how nice this place was. We will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melody M.

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

Relaxation!!

Had a wonderful time at Marathon Magic…it was beautiful, peaceful and very convenient. Only one burner worked on the stove and the oven kept setting off the fire alarm!! But we worked around this! Would definetly go back again!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Just what we wanted

Dog friendly, plenty of space for us, windows in back always had nice island breeze, loved the pool, overall very comfortable! We relaxed and enjoyed our nice break without any worries.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

James W.

All Magic

Everything was great. Had everything we needed and great location on the water. Have no complaints at all except that only one bedroom had a TV. Really enjoyed our stay and we definitely will be back. Thank you for a great place.
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Real magic

If you're looking for a good low key time with friends and/or family this house is exactly what you're looking for. It has everything you need and more. Would definitely book again
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2/10 Terrible

Larry U.

Terrible

We were relocated to a slum area. A added on trailer with hurricane shutters installed on all bedrooms. Says you can dock 35-foot boat. U can’t. Slopping floors where trailer was added on to. Won’t use vacasa again.

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