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Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

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Exterior
Exterior
Our private beach
Beach
Aerial view

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 565.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Marathon, FL
  • Little Conch Key
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Walkers Island
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Dolphin Research Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

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Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

Glamping on a small private island with panoramic views of the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean and your own sandy beach (a rarity in the Keys) is a special experience for fishermen, bird watchers, and nature lovers.

Glamping means different things to different people – from a nice tent in the woods with a shared bathroom to a an canvas palace in Africa. Our Floridian definition is a whitewashed cabin perched on a high platform with some pink, blue or green accents, an outdoor shower, and a couple of simple private indoor bathrooms and a basic kitchen. Being Florida, we of course need air conditioning. But what sets us apart is the location in the uncrowded middle Keys, the nature, and yes… that turquoise water in every direction.

Our island is a unique paradise, surrounded by swimmable ocean, fishing spots, and a nature walk along our peninsula that juts out further into the ocean and leads to a dolphin pool (former home to Flipper!) Our island is separated from the Overseas Highway by a private causeway, offering an exclusive experience. We have kayaks and paddle boards for you to explore the calm reef-protected waters surrounding the island. You will also have a fresh-water swimming pool, a boat basin, and a boat launch.

Our Little Conch Island is not just a secluded paradise, but also conveniently located. It's a short distance from the Marathon Airport, the Dolphin Research Center, a water skiing facility, and the numerous restaurants, grocery stores, and gift shops between Marathon and Islamorada. A bike path is just over our causeway, the 7-mile Bridge is 20 minutes away, and Key West is just over an hour away.

The Florida Keys is a magical place with some of the best fishing, boating, and reef diving anywhere in the world. The glamping cabins of Little Conch Key are the perfect place from which to explore – being near everything you would want, yet a world away.

Our property is a beautiful destination and professionally managed by Casa Luxora. This ensures that your stay will be smooth and enjoyable, allowing you to focus on the beauty and tranquility of our island, and the surrounding waters and nature.

Property manager

Lubia Blanco

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
7.6 out of 10, (23 reviews)
Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this cottage is on the beach. 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

  • Little Conch Key - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Walkers Island - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Curry Hammock State Park - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Dolphin Research Center - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Coco Plum Beach - 15 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler and Ale - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Wreck Galley & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sixty-One Prime - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bongos Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Florida Boy Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Marathon cottage is just steps away from Little Conch Key and Walkers Island. Curry Hammock State Park and Keys Cable Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 42 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Awesomeness

An amazing setting for the rental. Host was very responsisive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael D.

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

Little Conch

Perfect location without a hundred other people. With a little attention to maintenance, cleaning and amenities, this could be the best place in the Keys to stay. We did however, still thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael O.

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

Beautiful location, run down house

The location is extremely beautiful and very convenient to Marathon and Islamorada. There is a small private beach just outside the front of the house. It does need to be said, this house is incredibly run down. I do not think if I had known this house was in such bad shape that I would have looked at booking somewhere else. This was an expensive place to book, and I had to put up a substantial damage deposit. When we got there the air conditioning was not working although the property manager had a company come out immediately. Overall, its not a bad place to book but the house is in rough shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Marathon glam

Pictures were deceiving. Furniture in the living room was very dirty and worn and should be replaced. Not a comfortable seat in the place. Bedrooms were nice. Kitchen was okay but lacked cooking utensils. The deck around the house was dangerous. Lack of outdoor furniture was sad. The pool area was nice, location is beautiful. Area was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gillian M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Wonderful little spot

A gorgeous location and great beach house. Well appointed and clean. Much nicer than "glamping". We enjoyed the private beach, the serenity of the property and the dark skies at night. Our hosts were wonderful and friendly while giving us our space. We'd love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Megan A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Paradise

Thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Loved fishing off the docks and kayaking through the clear waters. Amazing location. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gumy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

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

Peace and Serenity

The property is isolated and serene. We used to come when it was Conch Key Cottages and thought it had been destroyed. The property has 5 houses and was the most quiet and serene experience ever! Private beach with clear water and more than adequate pool. We were the only ones at the pool. It’s classic old school, spartan Keys living with character. It’s not modernized, but we weren’t looking for that. Don’t expect the Four Seasons, but if you want peace and quiet, this is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chelsea D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Left the day we arrived

I don’t usually leave bad reviews. I drove 5 hours to marathon to stay at this place with my 7 month old baby and my best friend with her 9 year old daughter for a week. I come to Marathon every couple of years and have been coming here since I was a kid. I’ve booked with VRBO several times and never had issues. We arrived on the property and the ac was not working, ac vents had mold around them, kitchen sink and ran scolding hot water, dishes were dirty, everything was moist and smelled like mildew due to no ac. Called the property manager and within 2 hours a maintenance guy came, baby was crying and so was my friends daughter. There was no way we could stay. We left at 8 pm and drove another 5 hours home. I got 1800$ back and lost around 600$? Told it was VRBO fees but still haven’t received a receipt even though I’ve been told I would see proof. Either way, everything about this situation was TERRIBLE!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ben u.

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

Outstanding

I do no
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Alex G.

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

Beautiful land

I had a wonderful stay. That surrounding property was absolutely stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Leigh W.

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

Absolute ruined vacation!!! HORRIBLE!!!!

We are from NC and have friends in Miami and rented this place to get together after a couple of years of not seeing each other. The plan, to do NOTHING except relax at the pool. When we arrived,( and stayed green the entire time) the pool was green with algae. The home was not just not clean, but disgusting. The floors had spillage and full of dirt. The refrigerator was nasty inside and out. The dishes were full of dried food. There were stains on the sheets/blankets. The bathrooms were not clean. I bought tons of cleaning products and cleaned for hours. Had to wash for the two days I was there down to the shower curtains. The "beach" is mud, not sand and stunk so bad. Was full of seagrass so it is not swimmable. The trash had maggots in it from not being picked up. The seats outside were rusted and could not be used. We left the property and got a hotel. So aggravated and upset as this was supposed to be a relaxing vacation. Worst "vacation" ever. HORRIBLE!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Becky K.

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

Nice

Property could’ve been slightly a little cleaner. Stained sheets.fridge didn’t get real cold. Bathroom floors needed cleaning. A lot of duck poop in the pool and all over. But it was alright.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Tina P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Florida fish trip

Nice location cottage could some cleaning and fixing irregularities. Updated mattresses.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nancy S.

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

Wish I would have heeded the other reviews. Would have cost less to stay in a nice hotel!

Don't believe the pictures! We spent over $1800 to stay in this house for three nights. As others have said, the location is nice, but the house is a mess. We could have stayed at a nice resort nearby for less money and enjoyed it much more. The hall bathroom smelled like a sewer, and when I messaged the manager I didn't hear from him until the day we left. He said that he would look i into it and provide us with some compensation, but we never heard from him again. The tile in the bathrooms was dirty and buckled so the door wouldn't open all the way. The extra toilet paper under the sink was just three small leftover rolls. There were stains on the pillowcases. The blind in the living room was pulled down so that you couldn't see the torn up screen and hurricane shutters that are taped up with electrical tape and rattled in the wind. Several electrical outlets were missing covers, and several outlets didn't even work. The dishwasher was missing a wheel on the rack so it was constantly falling and it didn't get the dishes clean. The dishes and cutlery in the cupboards weren't clean, and the cupboard doors were sticky. Mugs were stained with coffee or tea. The heating element on the coffee maker was rusted. The beds were very soft and uncomfortable. There was damage to the ceilings that hadn't been fixed. I have NO IDEA what the $250 cleaning fee is used for, because it certainly isn't for cleaning or upkeep! I wish I could share the pictures I took! Book something else!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Great location

This place is located on a small private beach and we truly enjoyed it! We were lucky enough to have 5 days on this secluded island and just loved it. The property is lovely with a nice pool,beach, and small docking area. The house itself needs some work but who cares!! I didn't come here to sit in the house...I would highly recommend it if you want to relax in paradise!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Location great but that’s it

This property has the best location! The beach is so beautiful even though it’s not really swimmable. The kayaks are older but usable and the fishing area and boat area are fantastic. The house has a great view and is located perfectly near restaurants and stores but far enough away you aren’t in the hustle and bustle. The house itself does leave a lot to be desired. The listing says king bed, queen bed and a futon but that’s not really the case. The futon is actually the couch in the living room which doesn’t help with sleeping situations as there’s no privacy. No blind on one of the doors at all! The doors are hard to close, stains on the bedding and some towels, etc. There wasn’t basic cooking utensils - not even a measuring cup in the kitchen! Again the property was great but the house itself needs some TLC. Has potential to be a great place but needs some updating and fixing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Amazing outdoor space

The private beach is indeed amazing. We daily sat on the beach and relaxed – so peaceful – the view is amazing. The kayaks were a real plus for us. The cove is somewhat protected so even on windy days kayaking was possible. We enjoyed exploring. As mentioned by other renters, there are some issues with the cottage. While we were there, there was a strong odor that was localized in the kitchen and we saw a rat run across the floor. The bedrooms and bathrooms were clean and other than cooking and sleeping, we spent most of our time outside so we didn’t let these issues stop us from having fun. We did check out early when rain began and we were going to be confined indoors. The hosts graciously arranged for an early check-in and did indeed refund us for the two days early check-out.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty S.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

This home was just what we were looking for. A simple home right on the beach. We spent our days between hanging out on the private beach and exploring the different islands. We enjoyed using the kayaks several times and our son enjoyed the pool. My husband just wished he had his fishing gear. The home is a little older, but it was clean and had everything we needed. The beach is perfect for wading, hermit crab hunting, and watching the ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Bob B.

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

Sweet private beach

The location is great. The cottage is satisfactory. It is in need of some repair and maintenance. The bathroom floor is bad. The washing machine did not work. Otherwise, some restoration to a better all-around condition.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charise G.

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

Peaceful Paradice

Loved it! Secluded and private cottage. A little rustic but everything needed was there and nicely done. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Family Memorial Weekend

The perfect, authentic, unpretentious slice of the Florida Keys. The private beach made for so much family fun! The cottage was clean and comfortable and the location perfect for us. We really enjoyed what felt like out own private island.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Hannah L.

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Kind of Disappointed

The kitchen cabinets felt greasy, the surfaces didn't feel all the way clean, the pool was green and unusable, the washer and dryer was in an outside shed and had to use a bar to keep the washer shut (laundry also felt kind of greasy), and the water was FULL of jellyfish.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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English, Spanish, Russian
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