Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Tarpon"

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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Parking available

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Tavernier, FL

Baker's Cay Resort Beach
1 min walk
Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
8 min walk
Mariners Hospital
10 min walk
Ocean Reef Club, FL (OCA)
41 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Living area

Exterior

About this property

This Aqua Lodge has a master bedroom with a queen-sized bed, equipped with TV and Air Conditioning unit. The cathedral ceilings offer a loft with two twin beds. There is also a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living room couch. There is a second air conditioner and TV in the living room. The boat has a full bathroom with stand-up shower and full kitchen with 4-burner stove. The boat comes stocked with towels for 4 guests and have limited cooking utensils for your convenience.

Property manager

Aqua Villas at Mangrove Marina Resort

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Pool

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

View from upstairs where Old Tavernier Restaurant

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Tavernier

Located in Tavernier, this houseboat is on the waterfront. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Indian Key Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jacob's Aquatic Center and MarineLab Undersea Laboratory.

Tavernier, FL

What's nearby

Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center - 8 min walk
Florida Keys Dive Center - 3 min drive
Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary - 4 min drive
Harry Harris Park - 5 min drive
Pigeon Key - 6 min drive

Getting around

Miami International Airport (MIA) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
‪Hog Heaven - ‬10 min drive
‪Blond Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory - ‬12 min walk
‪Dillon's Pub & Grill - ‬13 min walk
‪Snappers - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Tarpon" have a pool?

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

Is Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Tarpon" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Tarpon"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Tarpon"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aqua Lodge Houseboat "Tarpon" located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mariners Hospital and within 3 miles (5 km) of Florida Keys Dive Center and Harry Harris Park. Old Road Gallery and Pigeon Key are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Monica

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Pool is really small. Not much to do in the area. You need a boat or other plans. It’s close to restaurants and other attractions:) Marina is very nice and clean also very quiet and night.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mandi p., Windermere, FL

3 Apr 2024

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

Birthday weekend

This place is beyond amazing. Small but perfectly formed. So cute inside, spotlessly clean, absolutely would 100% recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike W C.

30 Mar 2024

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

Great trip

Convenient location to activities in upper keys. Small kids enjoyed the loft. Fun adventure to stay in the boat for a weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James & Patty W.

29 Mar 2024

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

Best lil spot in the Keys!!!

We had the time of our Life @ Mangrove Marina. We stayed in the TARPON. Huge space for 2 people, super clean, and everything you need!!! We enjoyed the quiet pool area, and had a few cold ones at the Tiki Bar, with José and his adorable son. We didn't want to leave when our time was done, but we'll definitely be back!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel V.

29 Feb 2024

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

Unique and very enjoyable experience!

It was just two of us for 5 days but it would still be comfortable with a couple more people. Easy to check in and out and work with the staff. We never needed anything. They gave great recommendations on food in the area. The location is excellent, easy parking and close to but not too close to the main road. The Tarpon boat is close to others but we still felt we had enough privacy. The boat does rock a little with wind and waves, so if you are sensitive to that something to be aware of. I'm relatively sensitive but it wasn't enough to bother me, in fact it added to the experience. It was very clean. For some reason, every shop in the keys uses that purple fabuloso cleaner. It was VERY strong on the boat. Even after venting with the windows and doors open for awhile it was overpowering. If we come back, we might request a different cleaner is used prior to our check in. After a day out exploring the keys, it was great to sit on the balcony, have a couple drinks and watch the sunset. Highly recommend this place.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

digger a.

17 Feb 2024

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

Great place

Two adults stayed and it was comfortable. The location is great, beautiful deck to have coffee in the morning or watch the sunset. About a 2hr drive to key west. Very unique place to stay!!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

6 Jan 2024

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

So much fun

Really a fun little place to stay. Convenient to grocery store and CVS and lots of restaurants. Pool was warm and clean. The decor of the Tarpon was very nice. We had a great time.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

30 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Thank you Mike! We had a great time!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 May 2023

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

Amazing

Amazing time!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W., mass

22 Mar 2023

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

Aqua lodge

This was a really fun place to stay! Very chill pace People were all super friendly

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

1 Mar 2023

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

Wonderful houseboat

Our family had a wonderful time staying on this houseboat. Nice marina with adequate amenities (pool, bar, food truck, music at night, outdoor showers, etc). Staff was very friendly. Mike was awesome! The marina is pretty quiet. Best part of the houseboat was the outside decks on the back…one on main level and then another on the roof. Deck was facing west so we had a great sunset view. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

gina p.

27 Oct 2022

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

Authentic Marina

So fun to sleep right on the water knowing all that marine life is just under you. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

anna p.

15 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful

Host was great. The original boat we were to stay in had a couple issues, and our host arranged another exact boat prior to us arriving and allowed us to choose which boat we would prefer. Absolutely beautiful views, especially sunset from the rooftop deck.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

31 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We had a great time, will definitely book again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

1 June 2022

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

Amazing!

The staff, location, and property are all just amazing. We will definitely be staying here again the next time we come back.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

18 May 2022

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

Quick float

Really nice and cozy - awesome decks for chilling and watching the sunrise/sunset. Only disappointment was not being able to fish off the back of the boat, but that's a harbor rule, not the boat. Great stay.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Matt J.

4 Apr 2022

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

Nice place to stay.

A cool place to stay. facilities were good. Negatives were the bedding was a little course for my liking and the A/C was noisy.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

24 Mar 2022

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

Wow!

What an incredible houseboat! Great location! So fun for our kids. Super Clean and in great condition.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea V.

18 Mar 2022

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

Very nice stay

Our stay at AquaLodge was short but very nice. We only got to spend two nights and one full day there but spent the majority of our day at the pool which was very nice. Relaxing on the back porch of the boat to watch the sunset was beautiful and we got to see jellyfish and other small marine life. There was a leak from one of the air conditioners but Robert listened to what we had to say and we showed him what was going on and he addressed it right away. I would definitely go again!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022