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WATERFRONT COTTAGE W/MOTHER IN LAW TREETOP SUITE &SAILBOAT OR BOAT SLIP INCLUDED

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Sunset from the docks
Great sailing in the Gulf on a 23' ComPac
Best sunsets, right from the dock
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Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Conch Key, FL
  • Place, Little Conch Key
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Walkers Island
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Curry Hammock State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Lighthouse

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Futons

Master

1 King Bed

Treetop

1 Queen Bed

Treetop 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Treetop

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

WATERFRONT COTTAGE W/MOTHER IN LAW TREETOP SUITE &SAILBOAT OR BOAT SLIP INCLUDED

The property is on the Bay, with a balcony in the palm trees and a large back porch on the water. Includes a ComPac sailboat, use of kayaks, bicycles and BBQ grill.
Located at Mile Marker 63, on Conch Key, the location is convenient to all Keys attractions: Key West, MM zero, State Parks, Museums, shopping, snorkeling and diving, and some of the best fishing in the world. The property has 3 queen size beds and a futon couch with a full kitchen. Special Vacation Rental permit #19200201.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number Monroe County Special Rental Permit #20200122
Property # 826376vb
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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Keys Cable Park and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Curry Hammock State Park and Long Key State Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Conch Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Little Conch Key - 1 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Walkers Island - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Keys Cable Park - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Dolphin Research Center - 6 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler & Ale - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Georgie’s Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Wreck Galley & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hawks Cay Marketplace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lick It Bbq & Woodfire Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WATERFRONT COTTAGE W/MOTHER IN LAW TREETOP SUITE &SAILBOAT OR BOAT SLIP INCLUDED pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at WATERFRONT COTTAGE W/MOTHER IN LAW TREETOP SUITE &SAILBOAT OR BOAT SLIP INCLUDED?

As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WATERFRONT COTTAGE W/MOTHER IN LAW TREETOP SUITE &SAILBOAT OR BOAT SLIP INCLUDED on 30 June 2026 start from AU$786, 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 WATERFRONT COTTAGE W/MOTHER IN LAW TREETOP SUITE &SAILBOAT OR BOAT SLIP INCLUDED?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WATERFRONT COTTAGE W/MOTHER IN LAW TREETOP SUITE &SAILBOAT OR BOAT SLIP INCLUDED?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATERFRONT COTTAGE W/MOTHER IN LAW TREETOP SUITE &SAILBOAT OR BOAT SLIP INCLUDED?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WATERFRONT COTTAGE W/MOTHER IN LAW TREETOP SUITE &SAILBOAT OR BOAT SLIP INCLUDED located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Walkers Island and Little Conch Key. Curry Hammock State Park is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fishing access with a boat
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2026
Great guests, respectful
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family immensely enjoyed staying here. Barry was awesome. The value was on point. The fishing was great. The uniqueness of the property made our stay. All of the as ons were awesome. Fun bikes to kayaks fishing gear and the list goes on. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan C.

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

Hidden gem

Great location. Cottage was a lot of character. Plenty to do with sailboat and kayaks and fishing. Immaculate clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Fantasric

Great people. Clean and cute place. Can’t wait to go back. Thanks you guys
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2020
Thanks for your kind review, hope you can visit another time, a little longer and with better sailing weather!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Fantastic!

Loved this place!! So much nicer than other places I've stayed in the Keys - I almost didn't book because there were no reviews...I was worried it was too good to be true! The place was very nice and the owners are some of the coolest people you can hope to meet in the Keys! I will be booking again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2020
Thanks, Chad, we look forward to your return visit. Your best compliment was your comment that guests do not leave reviews so they can keep our little slice of paradise to themselves by not encouraging others! Most of our guests are repeat visitors, and typically do not leave reviews online, so thank you, again, for your gracious comments. We will keep a light on for you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don H.

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

Cool place!

Barry's place had everything you would want in a waterfront accommodation. It has a rustic charm that mesh's perfectly with the Keys lifestyle, and our group of seven were all comfortable and cool during our stay, with plenty of docking space for our two boats. Barry was very responsive, and he checked in with us a few times to see if we needed anything. We would definitely book there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2021
We enjoyed having your family here, and glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back for a future vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie W.

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

Best stay

Barry was a wonderful host. He meet us and show us the beautiful home we would be staying in. He had a book with things to do and restaurants. The home was GREAT. My kids and I enjoyed the kayaks. Perfect place to introduce them to kayaking. Gorgeous sunset. Home was in a great location to go north or south on the keys.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2023
Thanks for the review, hope you return for another stay, and perhaps get out on the sailboat
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Absolutely fantastic!!!

This place and the experience were unbelievable! The tree house, which literally is up in the palm trees, has spectacular views of the water and the sunsets. The cottage was clean and cozy, sporting decorations and furniture both old and new, kind of eclectic, just like the keys. Barry is a gracious host that takes the time to make sure you have everything you need for a fun getaway. 5 star all the way!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2020
Wow, thanks Bill, for the great review. We like all our guests to leave happy, glad this was the case. We look forward to welcoming you back to Conch Key for a future visit. Barry and Tammy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederick B.

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

A great stay in a unique home

Barry the property owner was awesome to deal with from the start!! He was very accommodating the property was clean and well stocked. Everything functioned as it should. Also very knowledgeable about the area he lives in and was able to tell us about some really cool spots to hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna F.

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

Fantastic Keys Gem

Barry’s place is full of sailing themed charm and character, a perfect spot to relax with waterside ambiance. A great location as well and Barry and his wife are wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

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

Christmas in the Caribbean

We were group of 7 traveling from North for Christmas. We enjoyed our time here. Jim and Pam were easy to connect with and responsive. The 19-20 yr olds would have preferred a little more active location- they couldn’t drive to town, etc. We used the boat, kayaks and bikes, went snorkeling and did day trip to Key West.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stacie w.

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

Nice cozy spot!

Great cozy base for family activities. We enjoyed all the marine life we saw from the docks and had a great time out in the kayaks. The property had everything we needed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Exceeded our expectations!

We had the best time here! Barry and Tammy are amazingly gracious and generous hosts. We loved using the snorkel equipment and they even took us as their guests to the Dolphin Research Center. If you have the chance to stay here, we can't recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JANET S.

Wonderful

Wonderful place to stay!!! Owners are great. Best place in the world to watch sunset.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Excellent place to stay and sail!

This is my second time staying here and I cannot wait to come back! If you are looking for a "White Glove inspected" upscale hotel room, look elsewhere. But if you want a clean, comfortable, casual apartment with sailboats, kayaks, bikes, and lots of fun, then look no further! Barry and Tammy are the nicest people and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary E.

Not what we expected

The tree top cottage was small but comfortable. The deck provided no shade from the sun and there was no lounging available in the shadded areas. The outdoor amenities are well used and some need replacement. The sailboat was satisfactory and we enjoyed the few times we were able to get out on the water. Unfortunately the property is very close to the highway and there is a lot of vehicle and truck traffic. We enjoyed visiting the state parks and a few of the local restaurants serving fresh fish. We recommend Lorelies and their key lime coladas!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2020
Your review got our attention, as it is the lowest rating ever received.. We were on a sail to the Dry Tortugas, rare for us, when you were here, and not able to meet you and personally address issues to make your stay more enjoyable. There were umbrellas available for the deck, and chairs in the shaded common area. We are, as is all the Keys, still recovering from Irma in September 2017, and your comment about updating is accurate and well taken. It has taken a lot of time and expense to get the property back to where we want it. We have since replaced the old kayaks and paddles, completely reconditioned bicycles, and landscaped the common area for a better "shaded" retreat. The Compac sailboats have fresh paint, sails and motors serviced, and are consistantly highly rated by our guests as the ideal day sailer for this part of the Keys. With the ongoing rebuilding, there is more truck traffic then is usual on Highway 1, we can do nothing about that. Since it is the only highway, and most properties are near it, you likely will have this issue. There are places off the road in Key West, Marathon, etc, but you may pay up to twice the rates. We love our location on the only fishing village in the Keys, convenient to all attractions East and West. Thank you for your comments, we strive to give all our guest a five star experience, and will continue to make that so.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary K.

A slice of paradise.

Conch Key is beautiful. Sunset from the deck are amazing. The cottage is clean with ample dishes, linens and beach towels. It’s close to Grassy Key and Marathon for dining and shopping. Sailing on the Gulf is an added treat! The boats are old, but in working order. The cottage is dated and basic, but we spent most of our time outside so it worked.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis T.

Homey. Great host

Pleasant and a great host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Cute and cozy

Very nice place with a beautiful water view. The sail boats complete the picture. Many sightings of manatee and sea turtles.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Beautiful place to stay in the Keys.

The place was very clean and well stocked.we loved the view and the sailboat was in great shape too. I would stay hear again without hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

So Peaceful and Perfect!

No other words can describe our stay. We wanted an escape from our hectic city lives and we got just that. The treetop cottage was perfect for the two of and was fully equipped with all of the necessary items. Barry and Tammy were so friendly and also readily available for any questions and recommendations. We look forward to staying here again. Miss it already!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Perfect key stay!

We had such a great time staying at this cottage on our trip to the keys! Barry's suggestions on places to eat and what to do while in the Key's was exactly what we were looking for! The sunset from the balcony and kayaks just outside the property was so beautiful that we made sure to get back every night for it. We even got to catch a few fish and a manatee swam right under our kayak! Barry and Tammy were so welcoming and wonderful people. I would recommend anyone to stay here :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noelle G.

Great location to relax and enjoy the Keys!

We truly enjoyed our stay in the Treetop Cottage. It was clean, well maintained and had exactly what we needed to feel at home and the view was spectacular! The owners were gracious hosts who were extremely friendly and helpful during our stay. We already have plans to come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constance D.

Nice location

Home was clean and ready for us. Having our own dock was a lot of fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2020
Thanks Connie, hope you will come back to visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Windy J.

Relaxing

It was a clean comfortable place to stay. Would live to return some day. Everything we needed was provided in the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2020
Windy, thank you for choosing to spend your anniversary with us, and your kind review. We are sorry we were unable to be here during your stay, but life happens. Please visit again, would like to welcome you back personally.

About the host

Hosted by Barry Franzen

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We purchased the property from the original owners, who developed this unique property, starting in 1988. We are avid sailors, and love to be on the water, and are delighted to offer this venue to like-minded travelers from around the world.
Barry and Tammy

Why they chose this property

Our bayfront hideaway cottages are located in the middle Keys on a small island called 'Conch Key'. The island is the smallest island in the Keys. It is reminiscent of a quaint Bahamian lobster fishing village, with colorful cottages nestled closely together. Rustic wharves are charmingly cluttered with lobster traps, nets, and fishing gear. There is a well kept secret that lobster and fish are both plentiful. Back country fishing and off shore sport fishing are readily available.
Our ideal location, in the middle Keys, will allow you to visit both Key West and Key Largo, each approximately one hour away.
Our waterfront cottages do offer a 23' foot sailboat for qualified sailors. Additionally, we offer dock space with water and electricity for our guests wanting to bring their own boat for some of the best fishing in the world. Our cottage is impeccably clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated.
Since 1988, we have taken pride in the fact that we have the cleanest, most well-maintained accommodations in the Florida Keys!

Keywords: Cottages, sailing, sailboat, fishing

What makes this property unique

The weather is great year round, and offers a tropical vacation to US travelers without needing a passport, currency exchange, language issues and multiple days traveling. If sailing is your passion, our bareboat daysailing on a ComPac sailboat is unique to the Keys. Or if you just love island living we are what you are looking for!

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