Family-friendly Waterfront Oasis with Private Heated Lazy River Pool and 70' Dock
Summary:
Bring the family to the Florida Keys vacation of your dreams! Located in family-centered Marathon while still located in the middle Keys with the best access to the whole of the Keys for exploration. Enjoy a 4 Bed 4.5 Bath waterfront tropical oasis in a large outdoor space with a private, heated or cooled, lazy river pool. It offers a relaxing getaway minutes from local shops, restaurants, beaches, attractions, and landmarks. This lovely Top-floor waterfront Marathon home was designed with relaxation and comfort in mind.
★ OUTDOORS ★
The highlight of this property is a private one-of-a-kind lazy river pool that can be heated or cooled upon request for a fee. Soak in the hot tub. In the center island of the pool is a complete, full-size, island outdoor kitchen. The kitchen includes a gas stove and oven, full-size refrigerator, microwave, TV, WIFI, serving bar, and lounge area. The area includes a barbeque grill, sun loungers, a bathroom, a heated outdoor shower, a small sandy beach, a sandy play area, outdoor games, a swing set, and a kayak launch.
✔ Heated or Cooled Swimming Pool (Please ask for this before arrival)
✔ Hot Tub
✔ Sun Loungers & Chairs
✔ Heated Outdoor Shower
✔ Full Outdoor Kitchen with Gas Stove, Bar Seating for 8 + Smart TV
✔ 5 Swim-Up Bar Style Seats in the Pool
✔ 42’ High 360° 4 Floor Observation Deck (Crows Nest or Widow’s Peak)
✔ BBQ Grill
✔ 70' Long 10’ Deep Private Dock with 20 Amp Electrical Service and Fresh Water
✔ Direct access to the Atlantic Ocean and Nearby Vaca Cut.
✔ Lounge Area
✔ Yard Games
✔ Small Private Beach
✔ Kayak Launch
✔ Sandy Play area with a Swing Set
✔ 3 Private Off-Street Parking Spots
✔ 1 Trailer Parking Spot
Private parking is behind the house for up to 3 cars and a boat trailer.
There is ground and 2nd-floor video monitoring for your safety and security. There are no video cameras on the 3rd floor or directed into the home or any structure.
Once the sun goes down in Florida, retreat to four inviting bedrooms with comfortable beds to help you recharge after a long day of Florida Keys adventures.
★ HEATED OR COOLED POOL ★
It can take several days to either heat or cool the pool. Please request this ahead of time so that you may enjoy the pool immediately. We recommend heating from November through April. July and August are the hottest months and the pool can easily rise to 90 degrees or higher. While this isn’t too hot for most, it can be too hot for some. Contact us 1 to 2 weeks ahead of time to inquire about the current temperature of the
pool.
★ OCEAN SIDE CANAL DOCK ★
Enjoy private access to 70 feet of dock for your boat or jet skis with electricity and fresh water as well as parking for a boat trailer.
★ OBSERVATION DECK ★
On the fourth-floor landing, there is an observation deck with seating. The 360-degree view from 42 feet high is breathtaking! See the Atlantic Ocean, a bit of the Gulf of Mexico, and all around including a great place to watch the sunrise or the sunset over the landscape of the city.
★ LIVING AREA ★
The bright living room with floor-to-ceiling windows has another breathtaking view leading directly into the open-concept design area.
✔ Sectional Sofa with Pillows and Blankets
✔ 4K Smart TV
✔ Board Games
✔ Coffee Table
✔ Access to the Covered Porch with Porch Swing, Seating, Coffee Table, and Bluetooth Speakers
★ KITCHEN & DINING ★
Included in the cabinetry you will find everything you need to treat your family to their favorite meals.
✔ Microwave
✔ Stove
✔ Oven
✔ Toaster
✔ Blender
✔ 10 to 12 cup Drip Coffee Maker
✔ Refrigerator/Freezer
✔ Sink
✔ Glasses
✔ Silverware
✔ Pots & Pans
✔ Kitchen island with Seating for up to 4
Serve those delicious meals directly on the kitchen island, on the covered porch, or in the large party/dining area complete with Smart TV, sink, and serving area. The spacious, 15’ by 28’, dining room can also serve as a conference/meeting room or a party room.
★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - 4 BEDROOMS ★
After a long day in Marathon & the Florida Keys, visiting the attractions, soaking up the sun, or relaxing in the lazy river, retreat to four comfortable bedrooms to rest so you can do it all again tomorrow.
♛ Bedroom 1: King-Size Bed, Ensuite Bathroom, Access to the front balcony
♛ Bedroom 2: Queen-Size Bed, Attached double-entry Bathroom with Shower and oversized bathtub
♛ Bedroom 3: Queen-Size Bed
♛ Bedroom 4: Queen-Size Bed, Ensuite Bathroom
♛ Bedroom 5: Twin-Size Pull-Out Couch Bed in Living Room
All bedrooms come with a similar set of amenities:
✔ Premium Pillows, Linens, and Sheets
✔ Smart TVs
✔ Closets with Hangers, Shelves, and Drawers
✔ Night Stands with Reading Lamps
★ BATHROOM ★
To ensure you have a perfect, carefree stay, we have prepared fresh towels in all four full
bathrooms with another half bath by the pool and a heated outdoor shower.
✔ Walk-in shower in 2 bathrooms
✔ Bathtub and shower combo in 2 bathrooms
✔ 1 luxury oversized bathtub
✔ Vanity
✔ Mirror
✔ Toilet
✔ Towels
✔ Hair Dryer
Guest Access:
The 3rd-floor house, backyard parking, entire pool area, and dock are exclusively yours, without interruption for the duration of your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home. We offer 3 free private parking spots with room for 1 boat trailer. 1 boat trailer for up to a 40-foot boat located on-site with valet parking.
Feel free to contact us beforehand for any custom requests!
Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home is also equipped with the following:
✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi
✔ Air Conditioning
✔ Heating
✔ Washer/Dryer
✔ Iron/Board
✔ Free Parking - 3 Spots for Cars and 1 Spot for a Trailer
✔ 70’ Waterfront Dock with Atlantic Ocean Access – 10’ Deep
✔ Heated or Cooled Pool Upon Request for a Fee
This property is our labor of love and still undergoing improvements. Please note that there are building and construction materials on site that may be visible. We do our best to keep all the areas organized and clean. No construction projects will be underway that could, possibly, disturb our guests or their privacy during their stay. If there are any concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The Neighborhood:
The house is nestled in a family-friendly neighborhood in Marathon, less than 5 minutes from local stores, restaurants, marine stores, and beaches. The neighborhood is home to many colony cats being cared for by Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys and the neighborhood's residents. Most cats are friendly and will be lounging around in the hopes of a treat. One of these cats, named Night, lives in the backyard and is friendly. Search for Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys to learn more online! Donations for treats are accepted through their website.
The Islands of Marathon:
Marathon is a beautiful island oasis promoting an old Keys lifestyle located in the middle Keys. You'll find a relaxed tropical atmosphere with unique shops, great family attractions, impeccable beaches, world-class wrecks, reef diving, snorkeling, sand bars, and legendary fishing spots. Approximately 50 miles to Key West and approximately 50 miles to Miami via The Overseas Highway, Marathon is the ideal escape for a family getaway!
Here is a list of popular places of interest you will surely be looking to visit during your stay.
✔ Florida Keys/Marathon International Airport (General Aviation, non-commercial
Flights) (2 min away)
✔ Marathon International Airport helicopter and bi-plane tours (2 min away)
✔ Marathon International Airport EAA Aircraft Museum (2 min away)
✔ Marathon Wild Bird Center Located in Crane Point Hammock (5 min away)
✔ Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters (5 min away)
✔ Turtle Hospital (8 min away)
✔ Sombrero Beach (9 min away)
✔ Coco Plum Beach (10 min away)
✔ Dolphin Research Center (12 min away)
✔ Key West (1 hour away)
✔ Key West International Airport (Commercial Flights) (1h 15min away)
✔ Keys Kayaks Rental on 105 Street (Less than 1 min)
✔ Keys Vacation Supply Rentals Bicycle and Electric Bike rental (2 min away)
***Distance times are calculated if traveling by car.
Getting Around:
We recommend that you arrive in a car as it will give you much freedom to explore and enjoy the beautiful Florida Keys. Budget car rental is available at the Marathon Airport. Also, consider flying your private plane directly to Marathon.
We offer 3 free private parking spots and room for 1 trailer.
Other Things to Note:
Rentals are Sat-Sat during Peak and Holiday season
We offer 3 free private parking spots and 1 trailer spot. There will be valet parking for large trailers.
This property has exterior video cameras for the safety and security of our guests and the property. No cameras are inside or facing inside of the home.
7-night minimum stay.
***Water Coordinates*** 24°43'35"N 81°02'28"W
The pool can be heated or cooled for $58 per day. Contact us prior to the check-in to request the pool be heated or cooled.
