About this rental
Family-friendly Waterfront Oasis w Heated Lazy River Pool and 70' Dock
Summary:
Bring the family to the Florida Keys vacation of your dreams! Located in family-centered Marathon while still located in the middle Keys with the best access to the whole of the Keys for exploration. Enjoy a 4 Bed 4.5 Bath waterfront tropical oasis in a large outdoor space with a private, heated or cooled, lazy river pool. It offers a relaxing getaway minutes from local shops, restaurants, beaches, attractions, and landmarks. This lovely Top-floor waterfront Marathon home was designed with relaxation and comfort in mind.
★ OUTDOORS ★
The highlight of this property is a private one-of-a-kind lazy river pool that can be heated or cooled upon request for a fee. In the center island of the pool is a complete, full-size, island outdoor kitchen. The kitchen includes a gas stove and oven, full-size refrigerator, microwave, TV, WIFI, ice maker, serving bar, and lounge area. The area includes a barbeque grill, sun loungers, a bathroom, a heated outdoor shower, a small sandy beach, a sandy play area, outdoor games, a swing set, and a kayak launch.
★ HEATED OR COOLED POOL ★
It can take several days to either heat or cool the pool. Please request this ahead of time so that you may enjoy the pool immediately. We recommend heating from November through April. July and August are the hottest months and the pool can easily rise to 90 degrees or higher. While this isn’t too hot for most, it can be too hot for some. Contact us 1 to 2 weeks ahead of time to inquire about the current temperature of the
pool.
Enjoy private access to 70 feet of dock for your boat or jet skis with electricity and fresh water as well as parking for a boat trailer.
★ OBSERVATION DECK ★
On the fourth-floor landing, there is an observation deck with seating. The 360-degree view from 42 feet high is breathtaking! See the Atlantic Ocean, a bit of the Gulf of Mexico, and all around including a great place to watch the sunrise or the sunset over the landscape of the city.
There is private parking behind the house for up to 3 cars and a boat trailer.
There is ground and 2nd-floor video monitoring for your safety and security. There are no video cameras on the 3rd floor or directed into the home or any structure.
Heated Swimming Pool (Please ask for this before arrival)
Sun Loungers & Chairs
Full Outdoor Kitchen with Bar Seating for 8 + Smart TV
Ice Maker
5 Swim-Up Bar Style Seats in the Pool
42’ High 360° 4 Floor Observation Deck (Crows Nest or Widow’s Peak)
BBQ Grill
70' Long 10’ Deep Private Dock with 20 Amp Electrical Service and Fresh Water
Direct access to the Atlantic Ocean and Nearby Vaca Cut.
Lounge Area
Yard Games
Small Private Beach
Kayak Launch
Sandy Play area with a Swing Set
3 Private Off-Street Parking Spots
1 Trailer Parking Spot
Once the sun goes down in Florida, retreat to four inviting bedrooms with comfortable beds that will help you recharge after a long day of Florida Keys adventures.
★ LIVING AREA ★
The bright living room with floor-to-ceiling windows has another breathtaking view leading directly into the open-concept design area.
Sectional Sofa with Pillows and Blankets
4K Smart TV
Board Games
Coffee Table
Access to the Covered Porch with Porch Swing, Seating, Coffee Table, and Bluetooth Speakers
★ KITCHEN & DINING ★
Included in the cabinetry you will find everything you need to treat your family to their favorite meals.
Microwave
Stove
Oven
Toaster
Blender
Drip Coffee Maker
Refrigerator/Freezer
Sink - Hot & Cold Water
Glasses
Silverware
Pots & Pans
Kitchen island with Seating for up to 4
Serve those delicious meals directly on the kitchen island, on the covered porch, or in the large party/dining area complete with Smart TV, sink, and serving area. The spacious, 15’ by 28’, dining room can also serve as a conference/meeting room or a party room.
★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - 4 BEDROOMS ★
After a long day in Marathon & the Florida Keys, visiting the attractions, soaking up the sun, or relaxing in the lazy river, retreat to four comfortable bedrooms to rest so you can do it all again tomorrow.
♛ Bedroom 1: Queen-Size Bed, Ensuite Bathroom, Access to the front balcony
♛ Bedroom 2: Queen-Size Bed, Attached double-entry Bathroom with Shower and oversized bathtub
♛ Bedroom 3: Queen-Size Bed
♛ Bedroom 4: Queen-Size Bed, Ensuite Bathroom
♛ Bedroom 5: Twin-Size Pull-Out Couch Bed in Living Room
All bedrooms come with a similar set of amenities:
Premium Pillows, Linens, and Sheets
Smart TVs
Closets with Hangers, Shelves, and Drawers
Night Stands with Reading Lamps
★ BATHROOM ★
To ensure you have a perfect, carefree stay, we have prepared fresh towels in all four full
bathrooms with another half bath by the pool and a heated outdoor shower.
Walk-in shower in 2 bathrooms
Bathtub and shower combo in 2 bathrooms
1 luxury oversized bathtub
Vanity
Mirror
Toilet
Towels
Hair Dryer
Guest Access:
The 3rd-floor house, backyard parking, entire pool area, and dock are exclusively yours, without interruption for the duration of your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home. We offer 3 free private parking spots with room for 1 boat trailer. 1 boat trailer for up to a 40-foot boat located on-site with valet parking.
Feel free to contact us beforehand for any custom requests!
Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home is also equipped with the following:
High-Speed Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Heating
Washer/Dryer
Iron/Board
Free Parking - 3 Spots for Cars and 1 Spot for a Trailer
70’ Waterfront Dock with Atlantic Ocean Access – 10’ Deep
Heated or Cooled Pool Upon Request for a Fee
This property is our labor of love and still undergoing improvements. Please note that there are building and construction materials on site and visible. We do our best to keep all the areas organized and clean. No construction projects will be underway that could, possibly, disturb our guests or their privacy during their stay. If there are any concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The Neighborhood:
The house is nestled in a family-friendly neighborhood in Marathon, less than 5 minutes from local stores, restaurants, marine stores, and beaches. The neighborhood is home to many colony cats being cared for by Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys and the neighborhood's residents. Most cats are friendly and will be lounging around the block in the hopes of a treat. One of these cats, named Night, lives in the backyard, is friendly, and is our resident pest control expert. Google Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys to learn more! Donations for treats and more are accepted through their website.
The Islands of Marathon
Marathon is a beautiful island oasis promoting an old Keys lifestyle located in the middle Keys. You'll find a relaxed tropical atmosphere with unique shops, great family attractions, impeccable beaches, world-class wrecks, reef diving, snorkeling, sand bars, and legendary fishing spots. Approximately 50 miles to Key West and approximately 50 miles to Miami via The Overseas Highway, Marathon is the ideal escape for a family getaway!
Here is a list of popular places of interest you will surely be looking to visit during your stay.
Florida Keys/Marathon International Airport (General Aviation, non-commercial
Flights) (2 min away)
Marathon International Airport helicopter and bi-plane tours (2 min away)
Marathon International Airport EAA Aircraft Museum (2 min away)
Marathon Wild Bird Center Located in Crane Point Hammock (5 min away)
Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters (5 min away)
Turtle Hospital (8 min away)
Sombrero Beach (9 min away)
Coco Plum Beach (10 min away)
Dolphin Research Center (12 min away)
Key West (1h away)
Key West International Airport (Commercial Flights) (1h 15min away)
Keys Kayaks Rental on 105 Street (Less than 1 min)
***Distance times are calculated if traveling by car.
Getting Around:
We recommend that you arrive in a car as it will give you much freedom to explore and enjoy the beautiful Florida Keys. Budget car rental is available at the Marathon Airport. Also, consider flying your private plane directly to Marathon.
We offer 3 free private parking spots and room for 1 trailer.
Other Things to Note:
Rentals are Sat-Sat during Peak and Holiday season
We offer 3 free private parking spots and 1 trailer spot. There will be valet parking for large trailers.
This property has exterior video cameras for the safety and security of our guests and the property. No cameras are inside or facing inside of the home.
7-night minimum stay.
***Water Coordinates*** 24°43'35"N 81°02'28"W
The pool can be heated or cooled for $400 per week plus taxes and applicable credit card processing fees. Contact lazyrivervacation@
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A real lazy river!
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Rates
Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
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Sep 07 - Oct 18 2024 | $499 | 7 nights | |||
Oct 19 - Nov 01 2024 | $499 | 7 nights | |||
Nov 02 - Nov 22 2024 | $499 | 7 nights | |||
Nov 23 - Nov 29 2024 | $1,010 | 7 nights | |||
Nov 30 - Dec 20 2024 | $499 | 7 nights |
Fees:
Cleaning Fee: $600
Tax Rate: 12.5%
Notes:
Optional Pool Heating or Cooling Per NIght $58.00
Verified Service Dogs only Per Stay $150.00
Refundable Damage Deposit $600.00
If there are extra guests, per stay, per person $250.00
Availability
Last updated September 07, 2024
Map
Hosted by Amy Johnson
Member since 2024
Year Purchased: 2023
About the owner: Roger and Amy Johnson
Why this property? My husband, myself, and so much help from friends and family, we built this entire property, including the lazy river pool, from the ground up.
We had the opportunity to start from scratch after Irma destroyed the existing home in 2017.
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Reviews
Private Paradise
We could not have stayed at a better place in Marathon. The owners Roger & Amy are great hosts. We hardly saw them but it was nice knowing if we needed something they were close by. The view from the observation deck was crazy beautiful and peaceful. Morning coffee & sunset cocktails with a 360 degree view, were amongst the highlights. The lazy river right on the property provided HOURS of relaxation and fun. We spent most of our time out there and used the outdoor kitchen most of the time. It will definitely be a CORE memory for our family and we can’t wait to book again. We also enjoyed fishing off the dock, seeing the manatee in the canal and kayaking out to the open water right from the property. WOW!!! This place is nothing short of Incredible. The only bad thing was that we couldn’t stay forever. Thank you Roger & Amy for opening your place up and sharing this private paradise. We will be back as soon as possible.
Stayed: May 2024 Submitted: August 23, 2024
Owner response
Janet, Thank you so much for the 5 star review! You're definitely the kind of renters anyone would live to host! We're happy to hear how much you enjoyed our place. Most people don't know that my husband and I built everything on the property from the ground up, with lots of help from friends and family. Thanks to people like you, we feel all of our hard work has made something fun and unique. It's our idea of paradise and happy to hear that it is yours too! Come back again soon! Amy & Roger
Awesome
Had an wonderful stay with the family.. Loved morning coffee on top balcony with one of the most amazing views in the keys. (Morning and night) Living area was beautiful and comfortable with all the amenities. With the lazy river and hot tub It was hard to leave to go see the sights.
Stayed: May 2024 Submitted: August 23, 2024
Owner response
Ben, We're ecstatic to see the 5 star review from you! The observation deck is one of our favorite features too. We've watched sunrises and sunsets, fireworks all around 360 degrees, rainbows, satellites and more. The lazy river never gets old. It makes me wonder how many miles we have all gone around and around it. Thank you for being great renters! You left the place super clean! Come back again soon! Amy & Roger
Amazing place!!
What an amazing place and great people. We loved the lazy river! We recommend searching for the hidden words and pics in the tiles inside the pool. We had a wonderful time and we highly recommend it. We hope to come back again soon. :)
Stayed: June 2024 Submitted: June 10, 2024
Owner response
Thanks for staying with us Hather and family! It was a pleasure having you stay here. You left the home very clean and well taken care of. We couldn't have asked for better renters. We hope you can come back soon!
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