WATERFRONT, VIEWS, HEATED POOL, 130 ft. OF DOCK, PRIVATE RETREAT

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Dryer

Washer

Pool

Explore the area

Marathon, Fl

The Turtle Hospital
5 min walk
Shady Palm Art Gallery
8 min walk
7 Mile Pizzeria
5 min walk
Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
6 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

BOOT KEY RETREAT - OPEN WATER VIEWS - Just updated in 2019
Not your typical canal house, there is plenty of privacy here. You'll be in your own secluded, retreat. Your own private heated pool, 130 ft. concrete dock, a 400 lb. Ice Machine Plus a beautiful private HOT water outdoor shower,
Foosball Table, and views! You're not looking at the neighbors across the canal and they're not looking at you. Your view is of open water, nature's own show. There's always something going on. Fish swimming and splashing, exotic birds searching for food. You can pay more, and you can pay less, but we honestly believe, you won't find better VALUE for your vacation dollar.

You'll watch boats in the harbor and the countless dingies comings and goings. Bring your binoculars, you never know what to expect. You can relax, be yourself, feel at home here. A simple evening here will be a lifetime memory. It's a real 'Retreat' from your normal everyday life.
You'll have 2 kayaks and 4- bikes for your use at no additional cost. If your kids are old enough, these can be real fun entertainment for them, or you! Our dock, 130 ft., will accommodate a small flats boat or a 35 ft center console, or both.
parking for 2 boat trailers and 3 cars on property
Boat launching ramps are a 1/4 mile down the hwy. and
LOTS TO DO, ALL CLOSE-BY
World class Fishing, Snorkeling, Diving, Sailing, and Kayaking waits for you inshore or off . The Crane Point Nature Hammock, The Dolphin Center and Piegon Key Historic Site are nearby. Party Boats operate out of Marathon and we have a World Class Charter-Fleet. Boot Key Retreats' location to nearby beaches, offer unlimited opportunities. There's, newly renovated, Sombrero Beach and Florida Country Club Golf Course about 1 mile away. Bahia Honda State Park is right over the 7-mile Bridge. Both these beaches have bar-b-que grills and are rated among the 'Best'
There are plenty of local restaurants, bars, entertainment and shops. When you want to venture out and explore the other islands, you're right in the middle, it's only an hour from Key West or Key Largo. Give us a call or send us an E-mail.

We are licensed by City of Marathon, License #DWE5403101,
Monroe County and the State of Florida.

During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Shady Palm Art Gallery. Features include an outdoor pool. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the holiday home.

Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
Free WiFi
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
On-site recreation includes a playground
Within a 15-minute walk of Shady Palm Art Gallery and Fishermen's Community Hospital

As a guest of WATERFRONT, VIEWS, HEATED POOL, 130 ft. OF DOCK, PRIVATE RETREAT, you'll find an outdoor pool and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Sean Donato

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

Beach loungers
Beach towels

Pool/Spa

Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Laundromat nearby
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
On the waterfront

Things to do

Bicycles
Foosball table
Heated pool
Kayak
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Bicycles
Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat House Marathon

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat House

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat Marathon

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat House Marathon

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat House

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat Marathon

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat House Marathon

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat House

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat Marathon

Waterfront Views Heated Pool 130 ft. OF Dock Private Retreat

Waterfront Views 130 ft. Dock Private Retreat

Waterfront Views Heated Pool 130 ft. OF Dock Private Retreat

WATERFRONT, VIEWS, HEATED POOL, 130 ft. OF DOCK, PRIVATE RETREAT Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Scott Y.

25 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for boater especially fisherman

To have an ice machine on hand was an incredible amenity

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice E.

17 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the dock

Easy check in. Great communication with the host. Location is good for stores and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

31 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Trip!

Had a great stay! Home was perfect for our family of five. Clean and well organized. Great amenities. Kitchen was well appointed. Loved the pool. Great location for easy access to all of the spots in the keys that we wanted to visit. Communication was prompt and clear.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel S.

23 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall a very nice house and property

House and property were clean and pretty much as described. There were a few minor issues with things that were broken or not working when we arrived. The house had a lot of extras, like the ice maker, extra fridge and freezers which were great for fishing. The only thing that we missed were beach chairs. The canal is very narrow and made it a little tough to turn a boat around. By far the biggest complaint, which is completely out of the property owners hands, is the neighbor across the canal. He played loud music almost every day and some nights until 4am and it appeared that he lives there. Overall, it was a good location with plenty of good restaurants and sombrero beach close by.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg b., Cape May Court House,NJ

9 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place

This is our 3rd time staying at Bootkey Retreat and we just love it. The house includes a fully stocked.kitchen, linens, blankets and bedding. The location on the canal is breath taking. The swimming pool was beautifully kept. Just overall a great place to stay you definitely wont be disappointed. The property manager Trish was very helpful and prompt getting back to me with all concerns.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Christy C.

29 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Great time

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

22 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Boot Key

The property was well furnished and clean. The entrance to the street is not inviting but the property itself is very nice and at a very nice location adjacent to the water

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

15 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location

We enjoyed the house it was clean and met our needs perfectly. The bonus of the kayaks and paddleboards was amazing. My kids (19) and (14) spent hours in the canal. We went to the Marathon Bait and Tackle and were able to rent a couple of fishing poles for $25/each for the entire week. This also provided some great entertainment. The Florida fishing license was only $30 for the week. The pool was awesome to relax in after a few hours of exploring on the kayaks/paddleboards. The host provided a basket full of beach towels for renters to utilize. We would book this house again if we were to come back down to Marathon. However, I did tell my husband that the next time we need to rent a boat for the week. I would have loved to do a lot more exploring.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy c.

12 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a wonderful stay at Boot Key Retreat

Excellent communication with property management.

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

18 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A great week

Property was easy to enjoy with plenty of space inside and out. We spent time in the pool every day, enjoyed kayaking & paddle boarding in the harbor, biked to the seven mile bridge a few times and you are close to a lot of great restaurants.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

1 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Boot Key Retreat

House was very well equipped. Met all our needs. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen had everything needed to prepare meals. The outdoor space and pool were fabulous!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara K., St Augustine FL

30 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

We had a great stay! Property had everything we needed, super clean! Great location for your boat!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H., Woodbury, MN

13 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We have stayed at a few palces in Marathon and this place is wonderful. Good location, clean, great amenities with a heated pool. The place has everything advertised and more. We would definitely stay here again

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

9 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

First Time to the Keys

We loved everything about our stay, this house is perfect has everything you need! We would defiantly stay here again if we get a chance to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita S., Corman Park, Saskatchewan

15 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property!

This was the second time we have stayed here. We enjoyed it just as much as the first. I love the pool and the general location of the house since it's pretty central in Marathon. Trish, the property manager was great to deal with and we never had to wait if we had a question about something. We all loved the new outdoor furniture upgrade since the last time we were there. You never know... we may be back again some day!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

8 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

We have rented many places in the past but this home was really great. Here’s what made it awesome, 1. Pool was lovely and heated! 2. We’ll stocked kitchen. 3. Owner had gone the extra mile on the outdoor furniture. 4. They even had a basket of beach towels for your use. 5. Bicycles and Kayaks to use with no additional rental fees. Really a nice place. My only cons would be that this house was off the beaten path. And the neighbors roosters woke me every morning very early! Neither of these would stop me from renting this place again!

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy c.

23 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Very well equipped and maintained. Lots of space - nice view - beautiful sunsets.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank W.

18 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fisherman’s paradise

This property has everything you need for a relaxing vacation . The location gives easy access to the gulf or the ocean by boat .. Plenty of options for restaurants and bars near by .

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

7 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything about the property was as advertised. The backyard area with pool was awesome. The kitchen was well stocked, lots of towels, beds comfortable. Owner and property manager very responsive. Would stay again

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre C., Woodland Park, NJ

29 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful retreat

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful canal front home in Marathon. The house is just as described. Very comfortable, clean and equipped with everything you need. The property manager makes the check in and check out process easy and is available if needed to answer any questions. The pool is amazing and we enjoyed seeing the manatees swim up to the property. Great place to stay and located near stores and restaurants. We had a fantastic time and hope to be back!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

nancy c.

10 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect property - has everything you need

The house was clean and well equipped. The pool was clean and relaxing at the end of each day. The manatees were a special treat.

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

10 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!!!

The house was all we hoped it would be. We would not hesitate to stay again. The pool was amazing, the beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was great. We had access to bikes, kayaks and paddle boards. The manatees were so fun to watch. We had no issues whatsoever and we could not have been happier. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana g.

19 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Bucket list

What a wonderful home. The owners have thought of everything! Boot key is beautiful, the pool was so relaxing and we had visits with the manatees. We biked, kayaked and paddle boarded . Loved kayaking at low tide , we were able to find starfish. We rented a boat for three days and we’re able to keep it right out front! The manatees were probably our favorite as they hung around to provide entertainment. Both the owner and property manager were very responsive. If you are looking for a private home with your own resort feel, this is your place. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

6 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Vacation Rental

This home is the perfect vacation rental! It is incredibly clean and has everything you need and more! The kitchen was very well equipped with clean and quality cooking supplies. If we needed something, we found it! It had plenty of dishes, an AMAZING blender for cocktails and a clean pantry for our groceries. This property is very well taken care of! We could tell that the throw blankets in the family room were washed before our arrival. The outdoor space was attended to as well as the indoor space. This place was equipped with enough stuff to keep my family entertained! We loved all of the outdoor details.....shades for the upper deck area for when the sun got too hot, fans underneath the deck by the lounge chairs, two umbrellas on the patio, outdoor shower, paddle boards, kayaks, bikes, foosball table, cornhole, tiki toss, fishing poles, sandy area, pool toys & floaties. We are so happy with this vacation rental and can't wait to come back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022