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Ground level house with pool and canal to ocean

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Front of home
Pool Deck
Open kitchen area with high end appliances.
Living Room
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ground level house with pool and canal to ocean

VACA-22-386
This ground level house with two master bedrooms and two full bathroom house is located in a quiet marathon neighborhood. It has an open floor plan with a large open kitchen, dining and living room perfect for entertaining overlooking the canal through six double-sliding doors to enjoy the scenery outside while sitting indoors. This serves as the perfect area for entertaining family and friends. There is a screen porch overlooking the canal that's great for sipping your morning coffee or for late night entertaining.

The house has two master bedrooms with two queen size beds in each along with two full size newly remodeled bathrooms.

WIth over 75 ft of dockage on a deep water canal, you have plenty of room to dock your boat, jetskis or kayaks, etc.

Don't be surprised if you wake up to manatees in the canal, as they often visit. The canal is clean enough to even swim in it. But, there are nearby sandbars that within a short boat ride can be enjoyed.

The newly remodeled pool overlooks the canal and tiki huts situated on the dock along with a BBQ grill and "fish cleaning" table great for entertaining outside and still keeping an eye on the kids swimming in the pool.

Attention all Fishermen because our favorite feature is our "bragging post"!!! To hang your catch and pose for pictures. The house has a garage "No Parking Inside" but equipped with a bait freezer and commercial ice maker to fill up all your coolers every morning.

Marathon is a major fishing destination with several charters departing from local marinas every morning so you don't have to bring your own boat to fish. You can also choose to rent one nearby and have it delivered to the house before you arrive.

Bountiful reefs around marathon make it a popular fishing, diving, snorkeling and lobstering area.
And you can choose to disconnect from the world and just enjoy doing nothing but sitting by the pool sipping your favorite drink.

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About the area

Marathon

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Farara Shores, a neighbourhood in Marathon. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park, while Marathon Air Museum and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • Marathon Air Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • San Pablo Catholic Church - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Marathon Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Sombrero Beach - 7 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Island Fish Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 98 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pool was great. House eas wonderful. Great location. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we were looking for. Great location. A quiet canal with direct access to the Atlantic. Manatees visited in the mornings and afternoons. Beautiful landscaping around the house and pool area. Great communication with the hosts.
Iguanas 🦎 outside the kitchen window.
Fish caught from the dock
Heading out of the canal
Manatee
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your review. It is appreciated. Hope to see you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice pool and good canal location. Airport is noisy but soon got used to that.
Manatee visited frequently.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2026
Thank you for taking the time to review the property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was the perfect getaway to the Florida Keys. Clean, well-stocked, beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. It is appreciated. We look forward to seeing you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our check in was a breeze. The rental was very well appointed with kitchen appliances, living space and comfortable beds. The porch over looking the canal was a favorite morning spot to enjoy coffee, the pups favorite spot to enjoy the outdoors soaking it all in. The pool and tiki hut area was a great place to relax and enjoy the two weeks of sunny Florida weather.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2026
Thanks for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was great with the house. We thought the water could have used a softener component, but we would come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful fishing vacation! This house is perfectly set up and so comfortable. The shaded pool and fish cleaning were amazing after coming back from a long day fishing! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2025
So nice to hear. Thank you for you review and we look forward to hearing from you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J C.

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

All that you could want for a stay in the keys.

The entire property set up for whatever you may need. Great for people of all ages.Thanks to the owners for a great stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to review the property. Hope to see you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

Home away from Home

Perfect for the family comfortable clean home away from home
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you and happy to know you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

great home!

we absolutely loved our stay! it felt like home!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thanks so much for your review. It is appreciated.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

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

Great place!

What a great setup and plenty of space. Our family loved it and will definitely consider staying here the next time in Marathon.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne H.

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

Very nice property! Exceeded our expectations! Would rent again!

Wish we could have stayed longer. Very quiet neighborhood, lovely, well kept home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Great place close to many attractions!

We had a great time staying here, the house was perfect for our larger group. The location allowed us short travel time to many great attractions like sombrero beach, the dolphin research center, and many great resturaunts. The owner is very accommodating and we would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
So happy to hear you had a good time and enjoyed the house. Look forward to seeing you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

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

Famous Christmas

This was a great property for our family of 7 to come together and celebrate Christmas! The house was well stocked with supplies and very clean! It is close to many restaurants and activities! We enjoyed the pool and fishing in the canal!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2025
Thank you so much and so happy you and your family had a wonderful time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrice A.

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

Loved the house!!!

We loved the house!!!! Would stay there again. The owner was great to deal woth!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your review and looking forward to hearing from you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles d.

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

Fishing with family

We always have a wonderful time staying at the Blue House. All the amenities one could ask for.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2024
Thank you Charles, we truly appreciate your review and look forward to hearing from you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

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

Lovely Property

Very nice place with attractive decor. Furniture and beds are comfortable. Comfort height toilets are a plus for persons with a handicap. Very clean and prompt response from owners answering any questions.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2025
Thank you so much for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holli J.

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

Christmas vacation

The home was amazing, clean, all the amenities you need, and the perfect neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec 2023
Thank you so much for your review. We are happy you enjoy your stay. Hope to see you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Great house

We had a wonderful time and the house was well stocked. Kids loved the pool!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review and happy to hear the kids had fun.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

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

nice big open kitchen living area for friends and family to hang out and gather.

Quite, comfortable and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessica w.

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

Five star

Beautiful home and a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Galin C.

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

Paradise

The property is wonderful and set up perfectly for fishing. It’s our favorite so far
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. Look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bachcuc sue n.

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

Fun time in Marathon

Beautiful, spacious house. Nice neighborhood, convenient location to explore the Florida Keys
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

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

Last minute Thanksgiving getaway

We are a family of four- 2 adults and 2 teens, and the house was more than comfortable for us. The pool and bar area are the perfect addition to the canal front view. Great location in Marathon, FL. We had a great time and will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your review. It is greatly appreciated.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin H.

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

Awesome Place

This is a 10 out of 10 for our family. The owners have thought of everything and we are currently planning a trip for next summer. Thanks again for an awesome stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice review for us. We look forward to seeing you back again.
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