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Boater's Delight 10 Miles from Key West!

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Living area
Interior
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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Geiger Key, FL
  • Popular LocationBoca Chica Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBoca Chica Nude Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationKey West Golf Club14 min drive
  • AirportKey West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Boater's Delight 10 Miles from Key West!

Enjoy living on the water, only 4 houses back from the Atlantic Ocean, by taking advantage of our special Fall Rates from September through November!

Deep Water Canal with Atlantic Ocean View, where a 50 foot seawall welcomes your boat. Located only 10 miles from downtown Key West on beautiful Geiger Key!
Deep water is a straight shot and less than 5 minutes from the property. Unlike Bayside homes situated north of US1, Geiger Key offers quick access to the reef and deep water by boat. World class tarpon fishing from the backyard and frequent manatee visits await! Enjoy the tranquility of beautiful Geiger Key, with the culture, dining, and nightlife of downtown Key West less than a 15 minute drive away.

After 20 years of ownership and many upgrades along the way, we are excited to give others the opportunity to experience our “favorite place” and the joy of being oceanside on Geiger Key! With the quaint charm of the “Old Keys”, our home is located in a quiet neighborhood on a dead-end road. It has been lovingly updated over the years and is a true tropical abode. The inside is open, airy and full of natural light. Sliding glass doors on the porch open into a lovely, bright living room, which is open to the kitchen and a sweet breakfast nook. The kitchen overlooks our backyard canal and the breakfast nook has a large window that looks directly out at the Atlantic Ocean. It could serve as a great space in which to work for anybody doing so remotely.

Down the main hall to the right is a smaller bedroom with a new queen bed, closet, plenty of dresser space and a flatscreen, smart tv. On the left is a bonus sleeping space/reading lounge with a twin bed. Further down the hall is a full bathroom with a shower, tub and plenty of storage. At the end of the hall is the master bedroom, complete with new dressers, a new king bed, ample closet space and a flatscreen, smart tv.

As for updates, most recently we completed a kitchen renovation to include: new counters and cabinetry, fresh flooring, and a stainless steel dishwasher – they’ll be no washing dishes while on vacation! The entire kitchen is stocked with new wares – utensils, pots and pans, dishware, glassware, toaster and microwave are just some of the new additions to make your cooking and dining easy and enjoyable. The interior has been freshly painted and has new rugs, window treatments, and furniture. Almost everything in the home, from the mattresses and linens to the coffee maker and can opener, is new. We have board games and a great collection of books by some spectacular Florida Keys authors for you to enjoy as well.

Our home is a treasure and dear to our hearts. The yard is nicely landscaped, with many places to unwind and enjoy the ocean breeze. There are no homes across the street, just grass and mangroves. This adds to the privacy and peace and quiet of the location. It also offers plenty of room to park your boat trailer! Off of the living room is a large, covered porch with ocean views, perfect for dining and relaxing. In the backyard, alongside the canal is another dining area, lounge chairs and a hammock, all overlooking the ocean. Whether fishing from the canal, enjoying a visit with our local manatees, or paddling our complimentary kayak to the Geiger Key Marina for fresh seafood and a cold beer, there are so many ways to enjoy the outdoors. Geiger Key offers the best of both worlds; a true “Old Keys” experience and only 10 miles to Key West!

Disclaimer: There are on occasion, naval jets that fly overhead. When flying overhead they are loud, although actually cool to see, especially in formation. These instances are random and days can go by without hearing them at all. They never fly at night. That said, we want our guests to know that these fly-bys can occur.

Property manager

Dawn Gonet

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Deep canal out back. Children must be supervised.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Due to open and deep canal, this home is not suitable for small children/children who cannot swim. No children under age 8. Plus discuss with owner.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Key West

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Geiger Key, a neighbourhood in Key West. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Smathers Beach and South Beach. Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden and Sails To Rails Museum at Flagler Station are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
Map
Geiger Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Key West Naval Station - 1 min walk
  • Boca Chica Beach - 3 min drive
  • Boca Chica Nude Beach - 3 min drive
  • Key West Golf Club - 14 min drive
  • Stock Island Yacht Club & Marina - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Siboney Stock Island - 14 min drive
  • Hogfish Bar & Grill - 15 min drive
  • Yellowfin Bar & Kitchen - 15 min drive
  • Roostica Wood-Fire Pizzeria - 13 min drive
  • Hurricane Hole Marina - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boater's Delight 10 Miles from Key West! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Boater's Delight 10 Miles from Key West!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boater's Delight 10 Miles from Key West!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boater's Delight 10 Miles from Key West! located?

Located in Geiger Key, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Boca Chica Beach, Boca Chica Nude Beach and Shark Key. Wilhelmina Harvey Park is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Geiger Breeze
Great stay. Nuttin fancy, but comfortable and clean. Boat dock and close to KW! What more do you want?!?!?
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Key West, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing gem, quiet, clean, ocean lover’s paradise
We were so thrilled to find a quiet, cozy place with an ocean view and quick water access so close to Key West at such a good value. We spent hours hanging out on the porch watching the sea life pop up in the canal, even saw a manatee one day. We used the kayaks to explore the mangroves and saw nurse sharks, tarpon and sea turtles. The hosts were incredible. So responsive and kind. They really thought of everything to stock the house and make their guests feel welcome and cared for. There was plenty of room for everyone to sleep and have our own space to spread out. There was even a great nook to work remotely from with an ocean view. Will absolutely be back for another stay in paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, quiet neighborhood, but only 20 minutes from Duval St.
Reasonable comfortable property, that is well kept and clean. Owner is very accommodating and easy to work with.
Stayed 97 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO I have seen in my 62 years
These hosts thought of everything that you could ever need or want on a vacation. The place was perfect. The canal out back is plenty deep to bring the largest boat you would need to have. The beds were very comfortable and the place was spotless. We will be back.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Gonet

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Originally from Boston, Dawn moved to Key West in the early 2000’s. The plan was to stay for a year and then return to Massachusetts, but things changed when she met her future husband Rocky. They still reside in Key West with their two boys. Dawn is a former high school history teacher, turned realtor. Rocky is an architectural photographer. They have owned and loved their home on Geiger Key for almost 25 years and lived there for almost 10 years before moving into the city of Key West. They miss living on the water. They miss the tranquility and quiet of the Lower Keys and the smell and feel of a fresh ocean breeze. It is still so near and dear to their hearts, but they are happy to be able to share it with others. At some point, when their children move on and they can downsize in space, they plan to return to their Geiger Key paradise, but until then, enjoy!!!

Why they chose this property

*Fabulous location on a canal with boat dockage
*Quick access to deep water/reef on the Atlantic side.
*Peace and quiet, an “Old Keys” feel
*Newly updated with brand new furnishings
*Less than 15 minutes to Key West
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