About this rental
New construction! This spacious and tropically decorated property includes 4 KING bedrooms, each with private ensuite bathrooms. There is an additional half bath for guest use, as well as commercial washer and dryer. State of the art kitchen with quartz counter tops and well appointed living area including 2 chairs, 2 sofas (one with Queen sleeper bed). Upstairs patio with grill and outdoor dining and seating areas. Downstairs social area includes poolside bar and table seating areas, as well as tanning chaise loungers. 60' of private dock on gulf side - last house on canal so no boat traffic, and located minutes from Rec90 fuel at Captain Hooks (Vaca Cut) and easy access to Atlantic Ocean via Vaca Cut or 7 mile bridge cut.
Pets are subject to owner approval, with $250 pet deposit, which is refundable at the end of your stay as long as there are no damages.
$450 cleaning fee applies per stay. Additional $200 cleaning fee for pets.
Taxes are 12.5% (7.5% is FL state tax, 5% is city rental/hotel tax).
220v Universal EV charger available (additional fees apply)
Located close to dozens of restaurants, Dolphin Research Center, Turtle Hospital, Aquarium Encounters, Sombrero Beach, diving/snorkeling, fishing, jet skiing, kayaking, biking paths, etc.
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Registration Number: VRA-22-208
Unique Benefits
Easy access to:
boat ramp (less than 1/2 mile up the street)
Rec90 fuel at Captian Hook's Marathon Location (Vaca Cut)
Atlantic Ocean access via 7 mile bridge (south end) or Vaca Cut (north end)
Gulf access just minutes down our canal
EV Charger - charge your vehicle onsite
Why Kids Love It
Located within minutes of Sombrero Beach, Turtle Hospital, Dolphin Research Center, Aquarium Encounters, and many other popular tourist attractions.
Area Information
Marathon offers a wide variety of tourist attractions (Dolphin Research Center, Turtle Hospital, Aquarium Encounters). Sombrero Beach is an excellent destination for sunlovers, snorkelers, or families who want to spend the day at the beach. There are public restrooms, children's playground area, and shelters available for rent for cookouts/parties/gatherings. There are kayak and paddleboard launch areas available as well.
Favorite Places To Eat
Castaway (sushi and steaks)
FL Keys Steak & Lobster House (date nights/family dinners)
Hideaway Cafe (date nights/couples)
Takara - Thai
Upper Crust - Italian
La Niña - Cuban
Burdines Waterfront - waterside, outdoor seating - best burgers ever!
Frank's Grille (date nights/couples) - excellent Italian
King's Seafood - fresh fish, cuban sandwiches, stone crab claws (seasonal)
The Stuffed Pig - breakfast / lunch (indoor/outdoor seating)
The Wooden Spoon - best breakfast ever!
Amenities
Other Vacation Rental Amenities
WarpHole cornhole boards & bags
Giant Connect-4
Giant Jenga
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Rates
Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
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Aug 12 - Nov 18 2024 | $800 | 7 nights | |||
Sep 01 - Nov 20 2024 | $800 | 7 nights | |||
Nov 21 - Dec 18 2024 | $800 | 7 nights | |||
Dec 19 2024 - Jan 04 2025 | $850 | 7 nights | |||
Jan 05 - Apr 14 2025 | $850 | 7 nights |
Fees:
Cleaning Fee: $450
Pet(s) Add Cleaning Fee: $200
Refundable Deposit/Pet: $250
Pool Heat/week (1/1-5/1): $200
Pool Chill/wk (7/1-9/1): $200
Tax Rate: 12.5%
Notes:
Taxes total 12.5% - 7.5% to state of Florida, 5% to Monroe County Transient Rental Tax.
Tax ID:
88-2748346
Availability
Last updated October 03, 2024
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Hosted by Niki Cline
Member since 2022
Year Purchased: 2022
About the owner: As full-time residents of the beautiful Florida Keys, it is our desire to share with guests all the wonderful opportunities to relax and have fun that our area offers!
Whether you just want to chill by the pool or ocean relaxing, have some cocktails, indulge your inner "foodie", or participate in a myriad of activities such as snorkeling, diving, spear fishing, charter fishing, golf, parasailing, sky diving, kayaking, kite-boarding, etc. we have it here at your beck and call.
Why this property? This property was designed to be a highly functional, versatile vacation rental property. Meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout the property, both inside and out.
The exterior living spaces are surrounded by privacy fencing and lush landscaping to create a secluded and enjoyable atmosphere to enjoy time alone, with friends, or family time. There is plenty of exterior seating upstairs by the grill area for outdoor cooking, as well as downstairs bar and patio furniture surrounding the pool for socializing.
The interior offers four king bedrooms, each with a private bath. Perfect for large groups/families to get ready all at once for dinner outings or exciting excursions.
In addition to the 4 bedrooms, there is a queen sleeper sofa in the main living room, and plenty of space for additional inflatable mattresses for kids!
Ample parking to accommodate large groups/multiple vehicles, including shaded parking available under the building for multiple vehicles.
Speaks: English
Guestbook comments from the host:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest boat that can be docked at the property?
32'
Is the property fully fenced?
Yes
Are service animals allowed?
Yes.
Are personal pets allowed?
Dogs are allowed, up to 25 lbs, with a $250 pet deposit (refundable if there are no damages) and a $200 fee for additional cleaning).
More than one pet requires owner approval, and additional fees may apply.
Depth of pool?
Ranges from 4-6 feet.
Is the pool heated/chilled?
Pool heating/chiller is available (depending on season) for additional fee of $200/week. Fees subject to change without notice due to utility rates.
Is smoking allowed?
Smoking/vaping is strictly PROHIBITED INSIDE the home. Smoking/vaping on outside balconies or pool patio is permitted, however, you may be held responsible for repair/replacement for any items damaged by cigarette burns, etc. Please be considerate of owners and future guests and do not litter cigarette butts on the grounds.
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Reviews
Perfect location and home for exploring the Keys.
This beautiful home was perfect for our family reunion. The 4 king bed en-suite bedrooms are spacious with super comfortable beds and bedding. The family room/kitchen/dining area is a wonderful space to hang out - the kitchen is well equipped and there’s a great outdoor gas grill. We enjoyed the ground level patio/pool area the most. Just a wonderful place to relax and swim. Plus we had fun watching the sea turtles and manatees swim up the canal. There were a couple of friendly iguanas who also liked hanging out by the pool. The home is about an hour’s drive to Key West where we enjoyed some water activities - parasailing and an adventure shark feeding tour. There’s plenty to do in and around Marathon - the Turtle Rescue center and Dolphin Research center are worth a visit and don’t miss out on walking along the 7 mile bridge. We found some great restaurants and the family favorite for an ice cream treat was Conch Custard. The house hosts were just so kind and hospitable and were always prompt in responding to our messages. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed: April 2024 Submitted: April 10, 2024
Owner response
We loved hosting your family, and hope to see you again in the future for another stay! Thank you for being such wonderful guests and taking great care of our vacation home!
Perfect!
This home was perfect for our trip to sunny Florida. Marathon itself was a great little spot and this home offered everything we needed. 3 couples stayed here with room for more! The pool was great for unwinding after a busy day. The home was clean and everything was labeled to make clean up easy. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed: February 2024 Submitted: February 23, 2024
Owner response
We thoroughly enjoyed hosting your group and are very happy that you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you back again in the future!
Outstanding Luxury in Marathon FL!
Just returned from a great week at this property and loved every minute of our stay! The 2nd time we stayed there and it did not disappoint! Every luxury item was there for us and Nicole and Wayne were awesome hosts and great communicators! I HIGHLY recommend staying at this property! We will definitely be back!
Stayed: February 2024 Submitted: February 17, 2024
2nd visit as great as the 1st!
This was our second time staying at your beautiful home! Love everything about the home! There is so much room for 8 adults and the outside area is fabulous. Perfect home in a perfect location! Looking forward to a third visit.
Stayed: January 2024 Submitted: February 05, 2024
Owner response
Always happy to see clients return! We appreciate your comments, and look forward to hosting your group again in the future!
Family Vacay
This home is magnificent!!! Our family of seven adults had plenty of room with four “master like bedrooms” with king beds and their own bathrooms!!! Nicole is super with communication and anything you may need!!! We will definitely rent again if ever in the area!!! Close to grocery stores (Winn Dixie and Publix) and close to some great places to eat! We were able to fish right off the dock at the house. Rent this home…you will not be disappointed!!!
Stayed: December 2023 Submitted: January 07, 2024
Owner response
Thank you Lisa - we are happy that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see your group back again in the future!
Lobster Week 2023
We had an excellent stay at Kracken's Cove for our lobster season trip this year! The property was in excellent shape, in a fantastic location for where we wanted to dive and fish and had plenty of dockage for both our boats. The house is well supplied and the four master suites makes it easy for multiple couples to split the rooms. Nicole, the owner, was a fantastic host and very hospitable, and even helped out to get us in a little early. If I had only one complaint about the week was the neighbor next door was over extending his dockage which made us tie up side by side for half a day but that was quickly resolved and we had no other issues the rest of the stay. Otherwise overall a fantastic stay and I highly recommend the location! We shall return one day!!
Stayed: August 2023 Submitted: September 08, 2023
Owner response
We enjoyed hosting your group and hope to see you again in the future!
Just Perfect!!
We wanted a place to spend our family vacation and this house was just perfect! It has everything you can think of, pool for the kids, boat dock, and enough room to separate if you wanna have some quiet time. Nikki and Wayne are amazing hosts. We will definitely be back! Thank you again for opening up your beautiful home to us!!
Stayed: June 2023 Submitted: June 30, 2023
Owner response
Your group was a pleasure to host! Hope to see you again soon!
Paradise in the FL Keys!
The house was amazing - photos show exactly the beautiful backyard and the bedrooms and kitchen. Perfect location midway from Miami to Key West. Great restaurants nearby and the house has plenty of room for 4 couples, even though we were only 3 couples for our stay.Everyone enjoyed the home - it was very clean and had everything you need to enjoy your vacation. Nicole was awesome and is very responsive! I would definitely stay here again and again and we're looking to book again - June was a great month to be there. The pool got a lot of use and the heat was not that bad...I would highly recommend this location and house and also having Nicole to turn to for any questions on dining, shopping etc. She is awesome!Thanks again Nicole! We were VERY VERY Happy with this location and your home! BEAUTIFUL! Can't wait to come back!
Stayed: June 2023 Submitted: June 09, 2023
Owner response
Thank you so much for the review, and we look forward to hosting your group again in the future. You were all an absolute pleasure to connect with and we hope you return soon!
Beautiful stay in a beautiful home!
We were so comfortable & the hosts were so accommodating! The house is well stocked from the kitchen supplies & basic kitchen & household staples. Clean & well decorated. Convenient location. We had an absolute blast & can’t wait to return in the future. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed: April 2023 Submitted: April 15, 2023
Owner response
Hosting your family was an absolute pleasure ... hope to see you again in the future!
Wonderful vacation!
We vacationed with two families of four (4 adults, 4 children). The house was the ideal size. It was beautiful with well thought-out amenities including the pool, tiki bar, dock, quality appliances including huge washer/dryer, tankless water heater, and most importantly very comfortable beds! It was perfectly located close to restaurants, a grocery store, the beach, aquarium and more; but far enough off the main road so you could enjoy your vacation with small children worry free. The owners were extremely accommodating and by far the easiest I've ever rented from. We will definitely be back!
Stayed: March 2023 Submitted: March 23, 2023
Owner response
Your group was a dream to host! Hope to see you again in the beautiful Florida Keys soon!
Maximum Relaxation
This house was AMAZING! Had everything we needed, and everything we didn't know we needed. Pool, canal views, wildlife, games, etc. Perfect for our large friend group. Everyone even had their own bathrooms! The food in the area was so good, and there were plenty of excursions nearby (fishing, kayaking, snorkeling).This place and our host went above and beyond all expectations.
Stayed: March 2023 Submitted: March 13, 2023
Owner response
Thanks for the compliments, and your group were wonderful guests! We hope to see you again on a future stay!
Amazing home on a canal with private pool!
This amazing Marathon rental was perfect for our 2 families to stay and play together! The 4 bedrooms with attached bathrooms gave everyone their own space and privacy and the open floor plan worked for everyone. The upper deck and lower patio area with private pool were our favorite places to hang out all hours of the day. We rented kayaks and a paddle board and explored the ocean floor and mangroves. A sweet manatee came right up to our dock and hung out for awhile. We toured The Turtle Rescue hospital and learned so much about sea turtles and we even got to see a rehabilitated turtle get released into the ocean! Sombrero Beach is only 3 miles away and Key West was only about an hour drive away. We visited 3 times. Sunset Watersports gave us an all day experience of a lifetime with parasailing, jet skiing, banana boat rides, snorkeling and kayaking. 10 out of 10 would do it again in a heartbeat! The sunset at Mallory Square is a must see! Duval street has so many shops, bars and restaurants. There was so much to do and see. We can't wait to return!
Stayed: February 2023 Submitted: March 02, 2023
Owner response
Would love to host your families again on your next adventure!
"Perfect Paradise Family Get Away in Marathon"
Luxury at it's finest. This family friendly home is beautifully decorated and sits at the end of a canal. It has a stunning heated pool and plenty of room to relax and enjoy time with family and friends. The possibilities are endless at this property. You can fish from the dock, rent kayaks/paddle boards to explore the vast ocean marine life. You might just get a visit from a manatee. Niki (the home owner) was prompt to answer our questions and address any concerns we had. We highly recommend this rental and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed: February 2023 Submitted: March 01, 2023
Owner response
Your group was a pleasure to host! Hope to see you all back soon! Thank you for leaving the house in perfect condition.
Fabulous tropical getaway
What a wonderful vacation home, in the heart of Marathon! Our family of 5 adults and 2 children had plenty of room to stay and this home is perfect for a worry-free, relaxing vacation. Each bedroom is a master suite with comfortable beds and beautiful bathrooms. We really enjoyed the downstairs pool area..my children were in the pool every time we were at the house! We relaxed on the multiple seating areas and utilized the outdoor bar for adult cocktail time. We cooked dinner one night on the outdoor grill and ate around the table on the top deck. The dock behind the house is situated in a private canal. We were able to easily maneuver our own boat to and from the gulf. There is also a super friendly manatee that lives in the canal! He visited us daily. We enjoy fishing while in the Keys, but we did visit nearby Sombrero Beach for the first time and it definitely won’t be our last visit there. I highly recommend this vacation rental…Nicole was a gem to work with. Extremely accommodating and very quick to respond with questions. We hope to go back to this same home in our future Keys trips!
Stayed: February 2023 Submitted: February 22, 2023
Owner response
We enjoyed hosting your group and welcome you back anytime!
Perfect getaway!
The house and host are absolutely wonderful. The amenities of the house are more than plentiful. There is nothing that hasn’t been thought of. We had a party of 8 adults and had so much room. The outside area is just as wonderful as the inside. We are already planning on returning! Nicole is an absolute pleasure to work with.
Stayed: February 2023 Submitted: February 07, 2023
Owner response
Thanks so much! We look forward to hosting your group again in the future!
Amazing
We had a wonderful time in the Keys and this house was perfect for us! We have four couples with us so have four masters was what we were looking for. There was so much space here inside and outside. The kitchen and living room is very large. The space made it nice for all of us to work in the kitchen together and hang out and play games. We rented a boat and we really liked the location since we didn’t have to travel to far to get out to the ocean. We did alot of fishing over by the 7 mile bridge and It took us no time to get there! The pool area was also very large and the water was the perfect temperature. We also really appreciated how attentive the owners were to our needs. We will be back next year and will be recommending this place to our friends!
Stayed: January 2023 Submitted: February 04, 2023
Owner response
Your group of guests were a pleasure to host ... we look forward to having you back soon!
Fabulous!!
Really top of line place to stay...we fished the entire time but wish we had more time to really get to enjoy more of this fantastic place!!! Loved the availability to park the boat on their private dock. I would recommend this place to every one!!
Stayed: January 2023 Submitted: February 02, 2023
Owner response
Thanks for staying with us, and we hope to host you again soon!
Excellent Stay!
My family and I stayed one week at this house in Marathon and we LOVED it! My husband and I have 3 adult children and their significant others, and this house allowed us to be together but yet have 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms for privacy. Economically, it is much more reasonable to rent this house than to purchase 4 hotels rooms. In addition, the pool is outstanding, completely private, and our young grandchild had so much fun learning how to swim. This house is ideal for 4 couples or a family with children needing their own space. The house was also extremely clean and Nicole was such a wonderful host, always accommodating, and always eager to answer my questions with kindness and concern. I felt an instant connection with Nicole, someone that I could trust and genuinely cared that my family enjoyed our stay at her home. The location is also close to an array of activities but yet a private location for you to enjoy with family and friends. You can't go wrong with this home and I will recommend to friends and family. We couldn't have been happier with our stay.
Stayed: December 2022 Submitted: January 03, 2023
Owner response
We enjoyed hosting your family, Yvonne ... and you're all welcome to return anytime!
Beautiful home and great location. Close to airport and grocery stores and attractions.
Beautiful home. Lovely decor. Dock is very convenient to bring boat. Pool is perfect size and well-maintained. Close to airport, grocery stores, attractions, restaurants! Highly recommend!
Stayed: December 2022 Submitted: December 30, 2022
Owner response
Thank you for your wonderful comments, Tracy! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you back soon!
Amazing house/location and prep was perfect, couldn't have asked for anything more!
The house is in a perfect location, with great parking. Spent a week here enjoying the views, pool and kitchen. Definitely will be back!!
Stayed: December 2022 Submitted: December 28, 2022
Paradise
We have a large family and this place had more than enough space to accommodate us. It was nice having a bathroom for every bedroom and the house was well laid out and very clean. The beautiful pool and patio space was great for our kids as well as dinner with friends. We also enjoyed seeing the manatees from the dock, as they swam up the canal. Our stay really felt like we were at a nice resort with all of the amenities. Niki and Wayne were very responsive and friendly. We would highly recommend this place to those looking for a relaxing vacation as well as those who are more adventurous and ready to explore all that the Keys has to offer.
Stayed: July 2022 Submitted: October 03, 2022
Owner response
Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed your stay!
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