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Hidden Paradise: A Serene Waterside Retreat - 3-Bedroom, 3-Bath Single Family

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Marathon, FL
  • Coco Plum Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Dolphin Research Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Curry Hammock State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Downstairs Bedroom

2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Hidden Paradise: A Serene Waterside Retreat - 3-Bedroom, 3-Bath Single Family

Discover comfort and ample space in this three-bedroom waterfront oasis, a perfect single family abode that boasts an expansive open water vista of the Gulf of Mexico. Unwind on the screened porch upstairs or indulge in fishing right off the dock. The entire upper level, adorned with tasteful tiles, encompasses two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, a living room, a dining area, and a generously-sized screen TV. Stay connected with internet access and revel in digital cable, complete with a major league baseball package. Both bedrooms are appointed with king beds and personal TVs for added comfort. The lower level, with a distinct entrance, offers two double beds, a bathroom, and a TV. It's important to note that the lower level is independently accessible and does not connect internally to the upper level.

Situated in Grassy Key, a tranquil locale approximately 10 miles north of the heart of Marathon, this residence resides in a serene residential neighborhood along a street perfect for leisurely strolls, bike rides, rollerblading, and birdwatching. At the other end of the street there is a park with kayak launch. 

The amenities include: a bait freezer, a convenient propane grill for barbecues, lounging chairs for relaxation, and a chickee hut outdoors equipped with a mini fridge. The private dock has a capacity for one boat up to 27 feet, catering to water enthusiasts.

Nearby, the Dolphin Research Center and Curry Hammock State Park offer intriguing explorations right on Grassy Key.

Let the soothing ambiance wash over you as you revel in the tranquility of the Florida Keys at this idyllic abode. It's time to unwind, rejuvenate, and savor all the beauty these surroundings have to offer

There is ample parking for vehicles and a boat trailer. The dock can only accomodate one boat, max size is 27ft. 

Please note that if you plan on bringing or renting a boat, jet skis or other water crafts, we can only guarantee that one will fit at the dock. Please make sure to confirm the dock size, space for trailer parking and if more than one vessel is allowed. This property allows one boat and one boat trailer. You will be charged extra if found with more than one authorized vessel or trailer. 
 
This property is “dog friendly” so you are required to select the pet fee option when booking if you are bringing a dog. All dogs must be approved prior to booking. There are breed restrictions due to insurance reasons. Pet fee is non refundable & taxable. If you are booking on Airbnb ~ the pet fee will be asked for after booking as it will not be included in total cost. The fee is based on the breed & size. Dog friendly only - NO cats or other animals. Max allowed is 2. Failure to disclose the dog and pay the pet fee will result in a charge up to $500 and asked to vacate without a refund. No cats or other animals allowed at this property.

***Whether you book directly with us, on Airbnb or Vrbo, you are required to esign our terms & conditions. These are emailed to you after the reservation has been confirmed. If you have any questions about them please let us know. We will also be requesting some additional information that the sites may not provide. We are required to have certain information on file per the company & the City of Marathon. 

Things to note:
VACA-20-626 
Must be 25 or older & present for entire stay
Dog friendly - breed restrictions & non refundable pet fee based on dog info 
Check in is at 4pm the day of arrival
Check out is at 10am the day of departure 

Property manager

Vacation Rentals of the Florida Keys
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dog friendly w/restrictions
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marathon

Marathon is home to this holiday home. Marathon Air Museum and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Keys Cable Park and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • Coco Plum Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dolphin Research Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Little Conch Key - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Sombrero Beach - 18 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Fish Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Angler and Ale - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Landing Fish and Cocktails - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Pizza Pasta - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Wreck Galley & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Paradise: A Serene Waterside Retreat - 3-Bedroom, 3-Bath Single Family pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Paradise: A Serene Waterside Retreat - 3-Bedroom, 3-Bath Single Family?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Paradise: A Serene Waterside Retreat - 3-Bedroom, 3-Bath Single Family?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Paradise: A Serene Waterside Retreat - 3-Bedroom, 3-Bath Single Family located?

Situated in Marathon, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Coco Plum Beach and Sunset Park Beach. Crawl Key and Curry Hammock State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Amazing

Great property. It definitely felt secluded and like our own slice of paradise. The views and sunset were amazing. We watched a family of dolphins swim by, and the snorkeling right in that dock area was better than what we saw on paid excursion- stingray, parrotfish, grunts, needle fish, barracuda, eels, crab, lobster, on and on. I even saw a nurse shark hanging out by the neighbor's dock. The house has most of everything you need in the kitchen and I would only have complaints if I were pressed to nitpick. Otherwise we couldn't have had a better time. I highly recommend this place. The downstairs unit would be good if you're coming with extended family or if you have teens that don't mind feeling like they're in their own apartment at night. If we plan a trip back to the keys I would definitely come back to this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun fishing gathering

This is our third stay at this location and not out last. The house is nice and issues are addressed quickly. The property is amazing. Tiki hut is our favorite place when we are not on the water floating in the amazing bay. Incredible wild life. Horse shoe crabs, spotted rays, tarpon, and a family of manatees visitied!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carey N.

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

Great!

Great place! The house was wonderful and the outside was perfect. We spent most of our time on the dock fishing, paddle boarding, kayaking and snorkeling. We loved all the fish including the nurse sharks and even saw a manatee. We also loved the iguanas on the property!! The house was very comfy and perfect for the 6 of us. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy Kaiser

G

Great Stay excellent property Few things I would recommend Small fridge in downstairs apartment Iron downstairs apartment Blowdryer

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

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

Great time

Great time great place to relax
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Spring break

House was great as advertised. Great house, spent most of our time on the dock and hanging out in the tiki hut. Had a great time, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doug Z.

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

Great house!

We enjoyed spending Christmas at this property. The house was very clean and nicely furnished. The neighborhood was extraordinary. We spent a lot of time talking and socializing with residents and renters alike. The only thing that would have been better would have been walk in access to the water so our dog could swim. The welcome basket and note were a very nice touch!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anthony n.

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

Great place

Great place to stay, as advertised
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

christine b.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving getaway

Nice home set off road at end of very long driveway with lush landscape. Home was well stocked with supplies. I will suggest fying pans be replaced. They were terrible and everything including the eggs stuck to bottom. But that is normal when I rent houses, doesn't seem to be an item people.want to invest in a rental, but def should.... Dock was great for watching sunsets. Couch could be replaced, not very comfortable. But that was fine we spent most time on patio and screened in porch. Very cute little screened in porch by water. Has a mini fridge and ceiling fan in it and outlets for chargers. Spent most nights out there. Beds were fine, Master bedroom has private bath. 2nd bedroom upstairs does not have a private bath. The bathroom is in hallway. Great dining room table with 6 chairs. The floor level has a bedroom with private bath and 2 queen beds with a little kitchen table and a loveseat. It does not have access to upstairs living area. Kind of a little.motjer in law suite. Super cute but only.used for bathroom since it was closest to doc. Over all the house was nice and had a wonderful time.wirh my family making.memories. It is about 15 minutes from town, which we loved. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rabia M.

Beautiful, Peaceful Getaway

We stayed at Hidden Paradise for a week in March 2019. What a beautiful house and location!! There is a long driveway leading up to the house which gives it a lot of privacy. The house is completely updated. There is a large screened in porch. Nice furniture in the living room and bedrooms. Plenty of room for storage for clothes and nice closet space. The bathrooms are updated and very clean. The outside is awesome! There is a great screened in tiki hut with patio furniture, lights and a ceiling fan. There is a bait freezer in it as well. The updated dock is great for fishing and watching the perfect sunset every night! We saw plenty of fish and even saw a couple of stingrays! We enjoyed fishing, swimming and snorkeling right off the dock! It is so peaceful and quiet! Restaurants and grocery and Sombrero Beqch are about 10-15 min away but we were ok with that. The agent is super responsive. She left a great welcome basket for our arrival with great household items such as dishwasher tabs, laundry detergent, garbage bags, snacks, and even a bottle of wine! Kitchen was well stocked for cooking with basic spices in the cupboard and tons of cookware, dishes, etc. All in all, we had a wonderful stay and would definitely book again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Gracie C.

Needs attention

Upon arrival the house was not clean. One bathroom had not even been touched by service. There were very few supplies there of any sort, including toilet paper!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Sheri Y., Woodstock, GA

very nice

Nice home. Very well appointed. Surprised by private third bedroom entry. Minor issues that were quickly addressed by management.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Betty M.

Found what we were expecting and so much more.

Our mornings and evenings on the second story screened porch with the gulf view was our favorite family (including dogs) time. Morning coffee making plans for a day out on the water in our boat. Dinners spent reviewing the day. The chickee hut was conveniently located for storing our gear overnight and grabbing a cold beer on our way up for dinner. The beds were all very comfortable; a big deal for people with back issues and active days. The dock provided wildlife viewing - sand sharks, snapper, horse shoe crabs and the biggest iguana we have ever seen. Our only problems were the condition of the refrigerator (probably replaced now) and the lack of bumpers on the dock. If your are taking a boat, bring along big fenders to protect your boat from the piers. The manager was wonderful. Easily accessible and provides a quick response to any problems. She quickly got the broken shower head replaced for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

We loved it

The home was beautiful and enjoyed the special touch’s. The view was amazing. Will come back again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joey P.

Great vacation property for the fisherman

Very clean house. Dock was wonderful with crystal clear water. Couldn't get my family off the dock. Great for fishing, kayaking and snorkeling. The little outbuilding was a real plus for keeping bait and getting out of the sun. Will definitely consider for future vacations.

6/10 Okay

Kim B., Baldwin

Property was nice -- comfortable

The house was very nice. The grill needs to be updated and the waterfront needed to be cleaned up. The location was the biggest disappointment - it is a quiet residential area but not close to anything. The closest bar/restaurant (The Wreck) is 1.5 miles away and the beach is 7.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

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