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Front porch
Spacious back yard with pavers, hot tub, grille and hammock.
Spacious back yard with pavers, hot tub, grille and hammock.
Screened in Balcony on 2nd floor with outdoor eating area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Little Torch Key, FL
  • National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Key West Visitors Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cook Island
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful 2/2 Waterfront Designer Home for your family vacation

Enjoy the best that the keys has to offer in this custom built designer home that has everything to make your vacation a great and unique experience. This 2/2 sleeps up to 6 and has a refined tropical finish with serene views of palm trees and water. The only problem is that you won't want to leave!

Nestled at the end of a quiet street at mile marker 28, this home has complete serenity, surrounded by tropical views of crystal clear flow through canal. The home boasts a huge kitchen stocked with the finest appliances and utensils that would satisfy any gourmet chef. The home's luxurious finish and open floor plan is complemented with the most beautiful and comfortable tropical furnishings. You breath will be taken away by the details!

The spacious, tropically furnished master bedroom opens up to a 500 square foot screened in balcony and also has its own bathroom with shower views of the palm trees and water. The second bedroom shares its full bathroom with the rest of the home. Both bedrooms are very quiet and have lots of natural light and very comfortable queen size beds. If you need another bed, there’s a full size convertible couch in the living room, and it has a very comfortable mattress, so you’ll be sure to get a great night’s sleep!

The dock can accommodate most any size boat, and comes complete with fish cleaning table. Cool off from a day of fishing with a dip in the crystal clear water. The flow through canal allows the keys water to flow through both ways, and is perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. A refreshing rinse in our heated outdoor shower will prepare you for relaxing under the coconut palms in the hammock with a tropical drink from the upstairs bar. Relax in a heated splash pool with jets, big enough for your whole party. Watch as the kids reel in mangrove snappers from the dock. Don’t have a boat? No problem. Rentals and charter boats are nearby for fishing, diving, or sightseeing! For the boaters, a full service marina including fuel and marine repair is conveniently located across the channel in Big Pine Key..

We provide an outdoor gas grill with four burners, and a side burner for blackening your catch. It comes complete with all utensils, and porcelain grille pans for smaller items such as veggies and shrimp. Eat your catch on the screened in balcony on the second floor watching as the water flows by the coconut palm trees.

Key West is nearby with only 25 minutes of scenic driving in between. Visit Key West for its world renowned shopping and dining. We’ll give you our treasure map of the locals’ favorite spots, and check out our Captain's Log for discounts. Be sure to visit the Southernmost Point in the US and then take part in the sunset celebration at Mallory Square. There you will find fire-breathing street performers, an acrobatic show with trained cats, and a very unique one-man-band. In Key West, you can also visit many historical sites and museums, enjoy unique artwork from the numerous local artists and embark on a sunset cruise on a large schooner sailboat.

If you like beaches, then you will love nearby Bahia Honda State Park which was among top rated ones in the entire US. Also in the area is the Key Deer National Wildlife Preserve where you can see this endangered species roaming around.

The Little Torch area offers peaceful serenity like nowhere else in the Keys, but has every modern convenience including hardware stores, tackle shops, a major supermarket, and lots of great, often hidden locally owned restaurants and bars featuring their captains latest fresh catch. You will love exploring the area. You can also celebrate a special occasion by taking a walk to the ferry boat to transport you and your family to a luxurious dining experience at the Five Star resort on Little Palm Island.

If you dive or fish, then you have got to stay in Little Torch Key. Looe Key Reef (directly offshore of our home) is a Federally protected marine sanctuary with dive sites rated as the best in the continental US. It is simply breathtaking! You will be amazed. For the spearfishermen, there are some great locations for you to visit. There are lots of Grouper, Mutton Snapper, Hogfish, etc, and the lobster abound! As for the fishing, the offshore pelagic species feed aggressively in the currents as the Gulf of Mexico pours into the Atlantic Ocean. There is good daytime Swordfishing on the drop-off. The Dolphin (Mahi-Mahi not flipper) fishing is second to none, and there are plenty of Wahoo, Tuna, and Marlin. The reef fishing is awesome, and there is a lot to explore in the back country, too.
No need to make that annoying morning run for ice. A 600lb ice machine is available to you under the patio.

When you drive through the lower keys, you will feel the pace of life slow down. No high-rises, no fast food restaurants, just small islands that resemble being in the Bahamas without having to leave the continental United States. Every minute reveals a new breathtaking view as the Gulf of Mexico collides with the Atlantic Ocean and nature abounds over the sprawling ocean flats of the Florida Keys. Teams of Pelicans crash into the water chasing schools of baitfish, herons and cranes wade through the shallow waters, and dolphins play in the channels by the bridges. Life abounds in this paradise and every modern convenience is right around the corner. It just doesn't get any better.

This is our dream vacation home, and we use it for fishing, diving, and just plain relaxing with the family. We are willing to share this with you and your family, but only if you will take care of it as we do. If you are looking to pack the house and party loud, then this is NOT for you. This home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood. Its furnishings are very nice and not suitable for partiers (or pets). We are hoping that you and your family find the same pleasures that we do and return season after season. We will do whatever we can to make your stay comfortable, relaxing, and enjoyable!

BEFORE submitting funds for INSTANT BOOKING, please check with me first to ensure availability. There may be some last minute changes to our calendar.
As a general rule, we allow current tenants the courtesy to have the opportunity to return the following year for their same leased time with us.

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Property manager

Richard

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
NO Pets. We keep the home in tip top shape.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO smoking in the house.
No plastic bags are allowed in the recycling can, or it will not be picked up.
No blackening of seafood inside the house or the smoke alarm will go off.
No fishing bait in the house refrigerator / freezer. There is a bait freezer you can use downstairs.

Important information

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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 and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Summerland Key

Located in Summerland Key, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bahia Honda State Park and Florida Keys Beaches. Blue Hole and Big Munson Island are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Little Torch Key, FL

What's nearby

  • National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Key West Visitors Center - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Calusa Beach - 17 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Cook Island - 17 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Bahia Honda State Park - 19 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪No Name Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Boondocks Grille & Draft House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kiki's Sandbar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Square Grouper Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Looe Key Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful 2/2 Waterfront Designer Home for your family vacation have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beautiful 2/2 Waterfront Designer Home for your family vacation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 2/2 Waterfront Designer Home for your family vacation?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 2/2 Waterfront Designer Home for your family vacation?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 2/2 Waterfront Designer Home for your family vacation located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve and within 3 miles (5 km) of Big Pine Key Flea Market and National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center. Key West Visitors Center and Blue Hole are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wolcott M.

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

Great home great location

Great place, short trip out to everything the keys is about.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie P., Hewlett, NY

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

Scenic & Peaceful stay

We really enjoyed our1 month stay in Little Torch Key. The house is beautifully appointed with everything needed for a comfortable stay. We biked and kayaked all over the lower keys and went into Key West a couple of times. A quick ride to all the action. Our adult children flew in to visit us for a week and they had a ball! Plenty of room to accommodate all and we so enjoyed our evenings on the screened in deck overlooking the canal and a nature preserve where the sun set every night. Richard The owner was so great in his communications. I highly recommend staying here and would love to come back again
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P., florida

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

Loved it !

It was just as shown in the pictures on the website. Perfect location, plenty to do in the area, on the water....what more could you want??!! We drove up to Big Pine Key several times...to do grocery shopping (Winn Dixie will have everything you need, and then some!), also to see the adorable Key deer and to go to No Name Pub for good food (excellent pizza) and beer and wine....no liquor. We also went up to Marathon several times and showed our guests around. And, of course, went to Key West several times. No words necessary! We were in this lovely home for a month and had a wonderful time. Would definitely do a re-visit if we plan another trip to the Keys.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Great house on Little Torch Key

We stayed at this house for a month and it was wonderful. The house had everything that we wanted. The decor was beautiful . The kitchen was well stocked for cooking. The back deck was screened in which was nice. The bottom area had another table and chairs. It was so nice to go into the hot tub. This place had everything that you could want for a great vacation.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

Perfect

We have stayed many places in the Keys over the years. We bring our boat and love to dive and fish. This place is not only beautifully decorated inside, it also has great outdoor space and one of the nicest docks we have ever had. There is a huge splash pool/ hot tub that is well maintained. The fishing and lobstering spots are very close and awesome. The neighbors on both sides are very nice and helpful and the owner was very responsive to our texts for questions. Great restaurants nearby as well. We had an awesome time. March 2018
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Naomi K., Cape Coral, Florida

Paradise in the Keys!

We were thrilled with the condition, location and amenities this home offered. By far the best home we have rented in the keys. We were so comfortable. The ice machine is a huge time and money saver. The use of the bikes, kayaks and the downstairs storage was so perfect! Grocery store was so close, great restaurants nearby and Key West was 30 min away. We loved the dock, hot tub and the boating access is excellent. I hope to stay again in the near future. Richard was very professional and easy to work with. Thank you for a fabulous vacation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wan-Pin V., Oak Ridge, NC, USA

Great House! Perfect Location!!!

This is the best house we have rented in the Lower Keys in terms of location & amenities in the 9 years we have made our annual trip down here! The house is located in a nice & quiet neighborhood on a flow through canal with super fast access to the Big Pine Key channel. The location is great with easy out to US1 & to shopping, gas station, etc - Winn Dixie, CVS, Reef Light Tackle etc. We really really enjoyed our stay here, & this will be our #1 choice next year! The house is clean & has all the great amenities. The beds are very comfortable, & the bedrooms are spacious. There are plenty of closet space & the bathrooms are clean. The living room has nice furniture & a large flat screen TV. The kitchen has a great layout, lots of counter space with everything we need to fix breakfast & cook our meals. The screened in porch is a great place to relax, & have drinks while watching sunset. We appreciate the dual stairs in front to the door, & in the back to screened in porch. The washer & dryer work well with all features. The backyard is well landscaped with paving stones, & have lots to offer - dual hammocks, relaxing chairs & table, plus hot tub. We rented a boat for the week & the boat was easily delivered to Dolphins Marina & driven to the canal behind the house & docked. The dock is brand new with solar powered lights, stretched the length of the property making it easy to dock. The fish cleaning table is great! We fished almost daily from our boat out at the reef or inside the reef or back country despite the wind, & caught lots of fish - yellow tail/mutton/mangrove/schoolmaster/lane snappers, black grouper, barracuda, bonita, shark, lady fish, blue runner plus others. There are lots of fish in the canal - mangrove snapper, barracuda, etc. The biggest plus is that the owners let renters of the property use their downstairs storage for fishing gears and freezer to storing bait. On top of that, there is an ice machine to save money and time for getting ice. In addition, we went to the Dry Tortugas National Park via seaplane from Key West which was an amazing experience. Bahia Honda State Park is only 20 min away. Our favorite restaurants are Square Grouper on Cudjoe Key & Mangrove Mama on Sugarloaf Key. We also enjoyed great fresh local catch fish sandwiches at Keys Cuisine on Big Pine Key. The owner, Richard, is fantastic! He provided great info & responded quickly to questions via email & text. And great customer service throughout!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

The perfect place in paradise!

I've rented many different homes on various keys over the years, but this one is by far the best of all.....Outstanding!!!!!!! Not only is the house decor fabulous, but also well kept, great amenities, perfect location and best of all.......Richard. With professionalism, friendliness, and making sure my stay was the best, was impressed. I'm looking forward to vacationing in the Keys again, and by this review, you know where I'll be staying.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

LaWanda D.

BEST VACATION EVER!

WOW! What an amazing week. This was a SURPRISE 30th Anniversary trip for my sister in law and her husband. First and foremost we would like to THANK Richard (homeowner) for his attention to detail and always making himself available to answer all of our questions prior to our arrival. THERE WERE A LOT! The communication was above and beyond any other home rental we have ever done. The description of the home was spot on. The house was clean and well appointed. We flew down, therefore we could not pack as much. We were pleasantly surprised that we did not want for anything. The screened porch was our favorite! We spent most mornings and evenings out there. The canal view was Awesome. The home rental came with Kayaks and Bikes. The Kayaks were our next favorite. We spent several hours paddling the canals and open waters around Little Torch Key. The kayaks afforded us an opportunity to explore the tranquility and beauty of the area. We took several bike rides around the neighborhood, so quiet and peaceful! The home also came with a Hot Tub and a Hammock. Unfortunately due to our busy schedule, we did not fully utilize them. If our stay would have been longer, we would have definitely taken advantage of them. Location of the home was convenient to Key West, snorkeling at Looe Key, and Bahia Honda State Park. Looe Key is a MUST! Best Snorkeling we have ever done. We would like to give a shout out to LOOE KEY REEF RESORT & DIVE CENTER. The crew and trip were AMAZING. They are located a short 5 minute drive from the home. Price for snorkeling tour includes all equipment needed. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

AR Family of Five

We came for Christmas vacation for 11 days and had an absolutely, awesome, amazing time! The house pictures are good but do not compare to how nice the house is when you walk in. We loved the kayaks, bikes, hammocks, hot tub, grill, and the wonderful porches. It was a perfect neighborhood, so peaceful and quiet, great for walking, running, and biking. Meals on the porch were completely wonderful. The canals are perfect for quiet kayaking. The kitchen has everything you need to make wonderful meals. There are plenty of towels for all of your needs and nice laundry to keep everything clean! Our family does Crossfit and got up most mornings and took a quick drive to Key West to workout, it is a beautiful and easy drive with lots to see along the way. Many great places to eat along that route as well. The house is in a really great location, near the grocery store, restaurants, and other attractions, while not being in the thick of things. There are several really fantastic restaurants between the house and Key West that are super easy to get to right on 1. Bahia Honda State Park and Bridge and the Seven Mile Bridge are right down the road and are absolutely breathtaking at sunset!! If you enjoy walking or running I highly suggest this on Seven Mile bridge – we did it several times and just magnificent every time. The owners were awesome through every communication, it was a pleasure to deal with them! And they have a great book of information in the house for you to use for just about everything. We did so many wonderful things while in the Keys, as well as spending lots of family time at this house and had the best vacation ever! We look forward to coming back, hopefully really soon!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

AR Family of Five

We came for Christmas vacation for 11 days and had an absolutely, awesome, amazing time! The house pictures are good but do not compare to how nice the house is when you walk in. We loved the kayaks, bikes, hammocks, hot tub, grill, and the wonderful porches. It was a perfect neighborhood, so peaceful and quiet, great for walking, running, and biking. Meals on the porch were completely wonderful. The canals are perfect for quiet kayaking. The kitchen has everything you need to make wonderful meals. There are plenty of towels for all of your needs and nice laundry to keep everything clean! Our family does Crossfit and got up most mornings and took a quick drive to Key West to workout, it is a beautiful and easy drive with lots to see along the way. Many great places to eat along that route as well. The house is in a really great location, near the grocery store, restaurants, and other attractions, while not being in the thick of things. There are several really fantastic restaurants between the house and Key West that are super easy to get to right on 1. The owners were awesome through every communication, it was a pleasure to deal with them! And they have a great book of information in the house for you to use for just about everything. We did so many wonderful things while in the Keys, as well as spending lots of family time at this house and had the best vacation ever! We look forward to coming back, hopefully really soon!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Connor O., Babylon, NY

Another Great Vacation

Just got back from a week long vacation at this home ... it was our second time vacationing at the home this year. Once again, it was a truly a great experience. The premises is so well kept; spotless & super clean ! The location is absolutely perfect and owners are great to deal with. We are already looking forward to our stay here next year !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G., Algonac, Michigan

Great first impression!

We were very happy with our short stay in November The house is beautiful and the beds are comfortable. Everything is new and tastefully decorated. I can't wait to come back this winter and enjoy the keys!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2015
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dena R.

Perfect House

We just returned from a week's vacation in this beautiful home. It was ideal; perfectly decorated and supplied with every comfort and amenity. We enjoyed kayaking through the water-ways, napping in the hammocks, evenings in the hot tub and breakfast on the screen porch! The location was also perfect - shopping and great restaurants nearby. Spent time with friends in Bahia Honda and visited Key West a few times! I would most certainly recommend this home and hope to return in the future.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Wonderful Experience!

Great vacation home for boating, relaxing and visiting KW and Bahia Honda. My whole family enjoyed it. We will definitely be back next year. One of our favorite trips ever! The house is beautiful!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lee D.

So Relaxed!

This lovely home is a gem! We were able to settle in, relax and start playing right away because the homeowners created a place designed just for enjoyment. The amenities are outstanding: comfy beds, lush linens and a kitchen with everything plus some equipment for enjoying the water. The screened porch was our favorite spot for morning coffee. Watching the fish swim by in the canal and snorkeling & kayaking right out the front door were a treat. Our thoughtful hosts surprised us with a delightful bottle of champagne for our anniversary. Great house for a fun vacation!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Perfection

My wife and I had the opportunity to spend 3 weeks in this home August of 2015 and We could not have been happier with our choice. The home is absolutely beautiful and it is very well maintained. I highly recommend this property to anyone who wants a dream vacation on Little Torch. Dan & Michelle Bartlett Goodland FL,
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E.

Kathy E

We enjoyed our stay! We particularly appreciated the attention to details of the interior and furnishing of the dwelling. Clean, modernized, granite counters, wood floors and a lovely screened in second level deck. The first level was a large patio with pavers and a large gas grill. Kayaks, Bikes and a beautiful dock were some of the amenities enjoyed out of doors. The owners were attentive and called to check on things. We were able to get instructions to the operation of the gas grill first hand. We also left belongings behind and they were mailed to us.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

kelley m.

Great Family Rental

My family rented the house in June and we couldn't have asked for more! The location is perfect! So easy to get to open water, Picnic Island, snorkeling, Key West and fishing. The house was very well equipped as well as comfortable and clean. My children enjoyed the kayaks and glass bottom boat. The amenities were great! When we left, I realized that I had left jewelry and called the owners who found it quickly and immediately mailed it to us. They were wonderful to work with!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Micki M.

Another Excellent Vacation!

I recently stayed with my family at this property. It was our second stay at this house and we hope to go back again next summer. The house is beautiful and located on a nice quiet street. By boat it is a very short ride to the channel and Picnic Island. The house is nicely equipped and beautifully furnished. We especially enjoyed having the use of the hot tub, bicycles, and kayaks. We like the proximity to good snorkeling and fishing spots. The kayaking around Little Torch Key is always interesting. This year we saw horseshoe crabs, sharks and turtles. My whole family agrees that this is a great place to vacation and we're looking forward to another trip there next year. Many thanks to the very nice, professional owners. They are great to work with.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Terry H., Wrightstown, PA

Great Vacation House

Loved the house! This was our third rental home in Jolly Roger Estates and by far the nicest. Great location, super clean, tasteful décor, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, nice patio and grill, etc. The hot tub was nice and super clean. The location is perfect for renting a boat and docking it on the canal - a quick drive out to the open water. (Rent from Larry Carter - Action Boat Rentals (305) 872-9038. Good guy and fair prices.) Owners are very pleasant to work with and respond quickly to any inquiries. This will definitely be our "go to again" house for our visits to the Keys!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Connor O., Babylon, NY

Perfect House - Perfect Location

The peace & quiet and comfort of this home in Little Torch Key surpassed our expectation. The house is very nice, SUPER CLEAN, comfortable and decorated just like a beach house should be. The kitchen is very well equipped, and the screened porch is great for morning coffee and cocktails in the evening. There were many amenities to enjoy that were included - bicycles, kayaks, hot tub, bbq, etc. Overall, we found the house to be in a perfect location. There are several excellent restaurants nearby that the food was de-lish! We like the fact that it was only twenty-five miles from Key West - easy to get there and yet just far enough away to come back to the home to relax. The house is also just a short drive from the beaches of Bahia Honda State Park; beautiful water, plenty of sand, good place to snorkel, food concessions and more. On our next trip to the Keys this home will definitely be our first choice. The owners are a pleasure to deal with and keep the home in great shape ~ can’t wait for our next visit !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John H.

Great home

This was our first time "snowbirding" in Florida. House was near perfect and great location to open water. Brought our wave runner and also enjoyed the supplied kayaks and bikes. Had great weather for 4 weeks, hot tub was too hot for us, but our visiting family enjoyed it. Owners wonderful to deal with, immediate response to any questions that arose.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Bull's Eye

Five ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ For the great Little Torch canal home and neighborhood. Beautifully furnished and equipped for all of our needs, all the comforts of home. The owners were super quick to respond and easy to work with, they share their home, not a rental property. The BBQ is perfect, even has a large cast iron skillet for making a perfect blackened fish dinner. We have been coming to the Keys for more than 25 years and we saw our first octopus on the dock-beautiful!! We enjoyed the Wharf Restaurant, The Square Grouper, and El Siboney(Key West). Only minutes out to the Gulf or Atlantic, fishing was great! Can't wait for our next vacation!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Micki M.

Great Vacation Spot!

I stayed at at this home on Little Torch with my family for our June Keys vacation. We all thought the home was beautiful and was well equipped with everything you could need, all in good working order. The owners were a pleasure to deal with and responded quickly to all inquiries. The location on Little Torch Key is excellent - close to Looe Key and other dive spots we enjoy. The canal is very nice and we enjoyed seeing fish at the dock. The main channel and Newfound Harbor are a very short boat ride away. Picnic Island was also fun to visit and only minutes away. We had fun kayaking around the south side of Little Torch Key and saw a variety of small fish, horseshoe crabs, and even a baby nurse shark. Overall an excellent location. We've been coming to the Keys for many years and now consider this beautiful home a top choice for our next trip!

About the host

Hosted by Richard

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The home is owned by a few great friends: a pharmacist, a high-end home builder, and a general contractor who all share a love and passion for the ocean and enjoy the keys lifestyle. We all enjoy bringing our families down for vacationing. We love to fish, dive, and cook our catch!

Why they chose this property

We have been coming to the keys for years for fishing, diving and just plain relaxing. We have stayed on most every island, but It was this area that we truly fell in love with. It is only in this stretch of the keys that you can have the best of everything. You find yourself surrounded by complete serenity and the most breathtaking views, and you still have every modern amenity and convenience at your fingertips. The area is removed from the hustle and bustle of the touristy areas, but you are only 25 minutes from Key West. You can reeeeally get the feel of island life without having fast food restaurants or high rise hotels in the nearby area (except Key West).

The fishing and diving off of the Little Torch area is the absolute best in the keys. There are several protected marine sanctuaries renowned to have the most pristine and beautiful reefs in the continental US. Offshore, the pelagic species feed aggressively as the Gulf of Mexico pours into the Atlantic.

When we found this house, we had to have it....it is awesome!. We knew we found our paradise.

What makes this property unique

Serenity - The home is located in a non-touristy area, at the end of a quiet residential street that has virtually no traffic. It's relaxing!

Convenience - Everything is at your fingertips. There are great restaurants and bars nearby, many that deliver. There are marinas, supermarkets, etc. And you're close to Key West without having to live in the madness.

For boaters, we are conveniently located on the ocean side of US1, and it is just a 2 minute drive to open water.
We have a flow through canal - This is important and little known. Unlike most of the keys canals, ours was engineered with openings at both ends so that the water can freely flow through on both tides, always being replaced by new water. This is important because our water does not stagnate and is perfectly suitable for swimming and snorkeling.

Personal connections / discounts - We will give to you our favorite places to go to visit and to eat, etc. We want you to have a great time and we want you to return again and again, so we try to show you the best the area has to offer and steer you away from the not-so-great places.
The beautiful sandy , and pristine beaches of Bahia Honda State park is just minutes away.
Key deer roam all around Big Pine Key.
Kayaking and paddleboarding is a big plus and are provided.

Languages:

English