Walk to Sombrero Beach •Waterfront, 50’ Dock, Spa, Kayaks, Bikes, Ideal Location
Islandville Florida Keys – Sombrero Beach Stilted Beach House
VACA22-191
Relax in this fully renovated Florida Keys gem in the desirable Sombrero Beach neighborhood! Perfect for families, our home features a 50’ private dock on a wide, deep canal (no bridges), a large spa/hot tub with lounge seat, waterfall, and LED lights — ideal for evenings under the stars. Sombrero Beach is just a short walk or bike ride away, making sun, sand, and fun effortlessly accessible.
Location & Nearby Amenities
Located in the heart of Marathon, just a short walk or bike ride, Sombrero Beach is one of the top-rated beaches in the U.S. according to TripAdvisor. Within minutes, you’ll find Publix, Winn Dixie, Walgreens, local shops, restaurants, bars, and an 18-hole golf course.
Families and adventure seekers can enjoy the FlowRider surf venue and grab gear at the nearby Surf Style shop. For casual meals nearby, try Keys Fisheries, Sparky’s Landing, Burdines Waterfront, Lazy Days South, Sunset Grill or Island Fish Company — all just minutes away.
Marathon is also a convenient base for day trips to Key West, Islamorada, Key Largo, and beyond. Whether you love relaxing on the beach, boating, fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkeling, diving, biking, or exploring sandbars and local attractions, the options are endless!
Family Fun & Outdoor Adventure
Everything you need for a family vacation is right here:
50’ private dock with shore power, fresh-water hose, fish-cleaning station, and dock ladder
Three bikes + adult tricycle (room for cooler/towels)
Two paddleboards & three kayaks
Beach chairs, beach towels, and toys for relaxing on Sombrero Beach
Cornhole and hook & ring games
Pull up a chair on the dock or relax in the spa/hot tub with LED lights to watch the fish and enjoy the canal views
Evening dining at Adirondack table or picnic table by the spa
Activities & Attractions Nearby
Snorkel Sombrero Reef
Swim with dolphins at Dolphin Research Center
Visit the Turtle Hospital or Crane Point Hammock
Bahia Honda State Park beaches
Old Seven Mile Bridge walking/biking path & Pigeon Key tours
Curry Hammock State Park for kayaking, paddle boarding, and nature trails
Fishing & boat charters, parasailing, and scenic air tours
FlowRider surf venue & Surf Style surf shop
Home Features & Comfort
3 Bedrooms / 2 Baths | Sleeps 6 comfortably
Beds: 1 King, 1 Queen + Twin bunk, 1 Twin day bed w/trundle, Queen sofa bed
Fully renovated kitchen with quartz countertops
Central AC, comfy memory foam mattresses, washer/dryer
High-speed internet (900 Mbps), 65" & 43" 4K Smart TVs with DirecTV Stream, Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and more
Spa/hot tub with lounge seat, waterfall, and LED lights
Welcome treats provided: snacks, fruit, chips & salsa, Key lime pie, and a Valentine’s balloon
Cleaning & Safety
We follow CDC guidelines and go beyond standard practices for disinfecting and sanitizing. Guests have access to disinfectants, hand sanitizer, and antibacterial soap.
Pets
Generally, no pets are allowed to protect guest health, but special arrangements may be possible — please contact us.
Parking & Boat Access
Plenty of parking for up to 4 cars
Space for your boat trailer
Cars are not allowed to park along Sombrero Beach Road
Work from Paradise
Islandville Florida Keys is remote-worker friendly! With 900 Mbps high-speed internet, you can log in from paradise. Contact us for extended stays or monthly rentals.
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Compliance with our rules and the city of Marathon regulations is required for each guest.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number Islandville FL Keys VACA22-191
About the area
Marathon
Located in Marathon, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park, while Crane Point Museum and Nature Center and Shady Palm Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Crane Point Museum and Nature Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Boot Key Harbor - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Vaca Key - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
Seven Mile Bridge - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
Getting around
Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 5 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Brass Monkey - 18 min walk
Mr. Beans Books & Beans - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 6 min drive
Castaway Waterfront Restaurant & Sushi Bar - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Walk to Sombrero Beach •Waterfront, 50’ Dock, Spa, Kayaks, Bikes, Ideal Location pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Sombrero Beach •Waterfront, 50’ Dock, Spa, Kayaks, Bikes, Ideal Location?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Sombrero Beach •Waterfront, 50’ Dock, Spa, Kayaks, Bikes, Ideal Location on 17 May 2026 start from AU$559, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Walk to Sombrero Beach •Waterfront, 50’ Dock, Spa, Kayaks, Bikes, Ideal Location?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walk to Sombrero Beach •Waterfront, 50’ Dock, Spa, Kayaks, Bikes, Ideal Location?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walk to Sombrero Beach •Waterfront, 50’ Dock, Spa, Kayaks, Bikes, Ideal Location?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walk to Sombrero Beach •Waterfront, 50’ Dock, Spa, Kayaks, Bikes, Ideal Location located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sombrero Beach and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center. Florida Keys Country Club and Boot Key Harbor are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This little pink house was perfect! Perfect location and the amenities were amazing - bikes, kayaks, special gifts when we arrived! Truly impressive. These hosts know what makes for a great stay and I would definitely stay here again next year. The location is perfect - we rode bikes almost every day - rode to Sombrero Beach and we even rode all the way to the 7-mile bridge and back. The kayaks were a lot of fun - yaked the mangroves by sombrero and also brought them to Curry Hammock for mangrove trip as well. We played games on the deck at night and could hear the fish jumping. The hot tub was fantastic. Although we didn't fish from the doc - all of what you'd need to do so was there! I would definitely recommend this place and would return!
nicole m.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2026
Hi Nicole,
Thank you so much for taking the time and writing your review. We are so happy to know you loved and enjoyed our little pink house as much as we do! We love sharing it with beautiful families like yours. Please know you have a home in the keys at Islandville Fl Keys. Stay safe and see you soon, Monica & Roly
We had a great time during our stay! They provided some snacks and a key lime pie, which was AMAZING! They have so much to do outside - kayaks, SUPs, bikes, corn hole, fishing rods, ring toss and the hot tub. Thank you for hosting us!
We spent our anniversary at this beautiful home and it was perfect! The home was immaculate, linens were clean and cozy! We had everything we needed ( cooking utensils, spices, coffee) the host even provided us with snacks and fruit so we didn’t have to rush to the store. We spent every night in the hot tub and playing the outdoor games. I will definitely book again. We have four children and the house would be perfect for our whole family.
This vacation home is in a perfect location in the keys. It’s clean and comfortable and has much to offer. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to a perfect location for vacation
colleen G.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2025
Thank you Colleen for your review! Such a pleasure to host you and your family. It would be our pleasure to share our little pink house with you again
The owners went above and beyond to provide a wonderful vacation experience!
Jane G.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2022
Jane!! Thank you so much for your kind words We are truly grateful we had the opportunity to be your hosts and hope you come back soon you have a house in the beautiful Florida Keys stay safe
This vacation home was absolutely perfect for our trip. The home of exactly as described, very well stocked and the hosts, Monica and Roly were honestly the best we have ever encountered.
This is the only place that we will stay in the Keys going forward.
Thank you Danette! We are so happy for the opportunity to host you and your family and hope you come back soon. It was a pleasure to share our little pink house with you :)
Monica & Roly
We had a beautiful stay at this wonderful house in Marathon Key. The house was just as advertised, and the hosts were easy to work with and very communicative.
Stephen B.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2024
Thank you Stephen! It was a pleasure to host you and your family and we look forward to host you in the future. Happy and healthy 2024
Monica & Roly
Fantastic location & property- with owners who go the extra mile to make sure every part of our stay went smoothly! The kayaks & paddleboards were a great plus. Bikes were fun, & Sombrero Beach is a great spot.
Robert A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2022
Thank you so much Robert and family for giving us the opportunity to be your hosts and for being such amazing guests! Please know you have a house in the Florida Keys whenever you want to 🏝 Stay safe, Monica & Roly
Great property and hosts. Catered to every need w/ style & ease. Would def return to Islandville!
Jackie O.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a true honor to host you and your group. Please know Islandville is always open for you. Looking forward to hosting you again
Stay safe,
Monica & Roly
The property was great and the owners added little touches like a key lime pie in the fridge and some bottled water. My family especially enjoyed the bicycles!
Terri S.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2024
Thank you Terri! Thank you for being great guests. We would love to have you back anytime! Stay safe
Monica & Roly
We loved staying at Monica & Rolando’s Islandville home! This home is perfect for a vacation in Marathon. Great location and has wonderful amenities for boating, going to the beach, snorkeling etc…We highly recommend this vacation rental home!
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this great house. The host went above and beyond to keep us informed about the house and Marathon.
Sombrero Beach is great family beach just down the street with amazing sunsets.
We hope to be back again soon.
Bill C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2022
Hi Bill, we definitely enjoyed hosting you and we truly hope to host you again in the future. Thank you for being such great guests and wishing you a safe and healthy year. Blessings to you and yours
Our stay here was fabulous! Lots of hang out spaces allowed us to be together in or outside, relax, cook and play games. Bikes, kayaks, yard games allowed for fun outside options. House was clean and well stocked for cooking. We’ll be back!
Caryn G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2025
Thank you so much Caryn! It was our pleasure to host you and your family and we would be honored to host you again in the future. All the best,
Monica & Roly
This is a perfect location in Marathon, close to the beach and everything is a bike ride away. The hosts were very helpful and responsive. The kitchen was well supplied and included a number of welcome gifts including an unbelievable key lime pie. I used the hot tub every day and biked everywhere. The canals were fun to kayak. I was very pleased with everything and will be back.
Peter V.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2025
What an honor to host you Peter! Thank you for your review. We look forward to share our little piece of paradise with you in the future.
Great house on the canal. Nicely updated. We enjoyed the fire pit, kayaks, paddle boards, and bikes. Great location for visiting Sombrero Beach and Bahia Honda Beach. Monica was very kind and a pleasure to interact with.
Jill F.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2022
Thank you Jill! Such a pleasure to host you. Thank you once again and hope to host you soon
Stay safe and good vibes for 2022
We came right before Hurricane Milton. The hosts were great about staying in touch with us and giving us weather updates. The house is lovely, the hot tub was my favorite - just the right temperature even in the heat! We were welcomed with amazing snacks and water. The hosts touched base throughout our stay and worked hard to make sure we had a relaxing time. We've stayed in several rental homes and this was one of my favorites. The location was also perfect.
Rebecca S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2024
Hi Rebecca,
It was such a pleasure to host you! Thank you for being such great guests. We hope to welcome you back k in the near future. You have a home in Marathon!
Monica went above and beyond to make sure we had an enjoyable experience and stay in Marathon. The property is wonderfully appointed, sits on a very quiet part of the waterway, and features a large parking area for easy maneuvering of your trailer. Publix and Sombrero beach are just down the street. The boat ramp is 5 mins away.
Brian Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
Hi Brian, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a beautiful review!
It was truly a pleasure to host you and your family. It makes us so happy to know you guys had a great time making memorable moments. We hope you come back soon. Stay safe
We loved everything about this little pink house and used every amenity available to the fullest. Great home, perfect location. Rode the bikes to the beach, caught fish from the canal, and even did some kayaking through the mangroves. We didn’t want to leave and definitely will be back! Thank you Monica and Roly!
Nate G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Thank you so much for your words and most of all for loving our little pink house as much as we do! Your family has a home in the keys. Hope you come back soon!
Stay safe
We had a very relaxing week. Monica provided bike helmets, which were waiting for us on arrival. Two brand new fishing rods were provided with tackle and bait. The bikes made it so easy to get to Sombrero Beach!! We loved our week there.
Ruth Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2024
Ruth, thank you for your beautiful words! We are happy to help in every way we can so our guests can have a very special and relaxing time. We love hosting families likes yours and hope you come back soon!
Perfect location in the Keys! We were able to walk and/ or ride bikes to the beach, and we did everyday! Able to cook meals at home for teenagers and young adults, and easily eat out for great seafood whenever we wanted!
Susan M.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2022
Thank you Susan!! Thank you for being such great partners and family to our loved Islandville Florida Keys. Please know you have your piece of paradise whenever you want. We would love to host you again 🏝
Stay safe,
Monica & Roly
By far, the best rental property we have used to date. Clean, comfortable, excellent location, and an exquisite attention to detail. We loved using the kayaks on the canal, and the dock was perfect for our boat rental. It was the most perfect home-away-from-home for our family. Plus, Monica and Roly are wonderful to work with. Thank you for helping to make our vacation in the Keys one to remember!
Jennifer B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Hi Jennifer, Thank you so so much for your beautiful words It means the world to us and that is our goal. To help our guests have a memorable time while staying with us. It truly is a pleasure to be your hosts and please know you have a house in the Florida Keys anytime you want to. Come ba k soon amd stay safe Monica & Roly
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this awesome pink Beach House. We rented a boat and did lots of fishing, and that worked really well for us. The kitchen was wonderfully stocked, and plenty of room for everyone in our family.
Our boys enjoyed playing cornhole, and the parents loved the hot tub. Such much attention to details that made us feel very welcome!
Close to 2 grocery stores and a quick bike ride to Sombrero Beach.
Sarah S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2024
Hi Sarah! Thank you so much for such a beautiful review and for taking care of our home in the Keys with so much love. Please know our home in the Keys will always be open to you and your family. Hope to see you soon and stay safe
About the host
Hosted by Monica
Monica & Roly are the owners of Islandville Florida Keys, established in July, 2021. As a family of six, we understand the importance of facilitating a clean, comfortable, fun, relaxing and enjoyable vacation experience. We are excited to share our new home and help provide an amazing family vacation to our guests. Follow us on social media, Facebook and Instagram @ Islandville Florida Keys. See you soon in paradise!
Why they chose this property
Great location near Sombrero Beach with 50' deep-draft dock in your backyard.. Whether you enjoy the beach, boating, fishing, wonderful sand bars, paddle boarding, snorkeling, diving, biking, walking, jogging, and/or sightseeing, this location provides an all-around experience with a great location. We want to create a relaxing beach & boating experience for great family fun. With supermarkets, liquor store, pharmacy, shops, attractions, restaurants and bars down the street, this property offers a very convenient location for family fun. Enjoy the evenings sipping your favorite beverage in the back porch overlooking the dock /water while star gazing! We particularly enjoy the ocean breeze and relaxation overlooking the water.
What makes this property unique
Our property is ideally located within walking/biking distance to beautiful Sombrero Beach and supermarkets, pharmacy, liquor store, restaurants, bars and all the great family attractions in Marathon are just a short drive away. The private 50' dock (deep draft) with ocean access is great for boating or exploring the waterways by kayaks. Relax and unwind in the new 6-person SPA / HOT TUB (Nov 2023) with lounge seat, LED lights, waterfall and attached bar. Two paddle boards, two kayaks and four bikes are provided along with all the comforts needed to make this an enjoyable Keys experience with family and friends. High-Speed internet (900Mbps) allows for fast streaming when watching your favorite TV apps, and/or browsing the internet. TV apps allow access to Netflix, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime, DirecTV Stream and more to enjoy your favorite shows and movies. New kitchen, bathrooms, comfy memory foam mattresses in all rooms, new furniture and new flooring provides a clean modern coastal feel. We also installed a new A/C unit so our guests can also enjoy their down-time indoors. Relax with amazing sunsets and dine under the stars in the new coastal Adirondack dinning table overlooking the water.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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