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UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL "BONNE-VIE at SEA"<br>

Houseboat in Key Largo

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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL "BONNE-VIE at SEA"<br> (Key Largo)
In a beautiful cove, Bonnie-vie is anchored 3/4 mi from the base marina. This relaxing getaway offers a smooth running generator, propane grill, and dbl kayak for exploring the area. Enjoy wildlife watching with frequent manatee or dolphin visits.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 219 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL "BONNE-VIE at SEA"<br>

Hi there and welcome to our Bonnie -vie! She's anchored about 3/4 mi from the base marina in a beautiful cove. The BOAT STAYS anchored. I'll be there to take you out to the boat, and get you settled in. We would like to say, that we've really put a lot of effort into making your stay as relaxing and fun as possible! the boat isn't perfect, so if you're a picky, or a high maintenance, sort of individual, this may not be the adventure for you. The Hilton or Marriott down the road, for three times the price, should have availability however.) It's been our observation, that this adventure has been best suited for kids 60 years of age and under. We ask that you**Please call** if you have any questions !! The wildlife is jaw dropping, and often times you'll have manatee or dolphins stop by for a visit! The boat is stocked with everything you'll need) coffee maker, coffee,filters, water, seasonings,olive oil, etc... You'll have a smooth running generator to power everything (8hrs run time/day) and a propane grill to cook up your favorite steak or lobster! There is running water with a shower (not heated). Fishing off the back has proven to be super, for the rite fisher person of course. For a little more money, we have several motorized dinghy options available for you that make back and forth easier, and exploring super fun! Please see pictures in description. there Is a dbl kayak included for exploring the area. Thanks so much for your interest! We really look forward to seeing you soon!! Thanks and have a great day !! *The address is 299 Morris Ave Pelican Kay Campground *. **ATTENTION out of COUNTRY GUESTS ** as we pride ourselves in a clear line of communication, it is expected in return from our guests as well. It will be imperative that we have communication with you by PHONE once you have entered the states! this will ensure the best possible stay for you!!! NO EXCEPTIONS !! thanks again :)



*** We are now required by VRBO according to California Law to inform you about our standard rates and/or additional fees for pets or additional guests for your booking.
Fees are as follows:

*Pet fee: $20.00 (Non shedding pets up to 20lbs)
*Additional guest fee: $20

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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: 3
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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About the area

Key Largo is home to this houseboat. Caribbean Club Bar and Christ of the Abyss are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Key Largo Hammocks State Botanical Site. MarineLab Undersea Laboratory and Jacob's Aquatic Center are also worth visiting.
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Key Largo, FL

What's nearby

  • Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Key Largo Baptist Church - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Florida Keys Visitor Center - Key Largo - 11 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Caribbean Club Bar - 18 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Miami International Airport (MIA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gilbert's Tiki Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blackwater Siren - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alabama Jacks - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Buzzard's Roost - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL "BONNE-VIE at SEA"<br> pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL "BONNE-VIE at SEA"<br>?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL "BONNE-VIE at SEA"<br>?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL "BONNE-VIE at SEA"<br>?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL "BONNE-VIE at SEA"<br> located?

Situated in Key Largo, this houseboat is within 9 miles (15 km) of Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Key Largo Baptist Church and Florida Keys Visitor Center - Key Largo. Upper Sound Point and Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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UNIQUE AND BEAUTIFUL "BONNE-VIE at SEA"<br> Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Weekend getaway

Peaceful stay on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really enjoyed our time on the boat. Extremely relaxing getaway full of fishing, kayaking, and enjoy nature around you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorie M.

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

Winter escape

Location was excellent! Loved sitting on the deck in the sunshine! A manatee swam up to the boat and we got to see this wonder. We loved just being there and enjoying the nature. Host went beyond our expectations to make our stay wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Most relaxed I've been in years

It's a great little boat, if you're not looking for luxury and it's great for relaxation.Great for fishing.If you're a fisherman, we're not, but there is quite the quintessential aspect of peace
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari F.

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

Amazing Boat Stay!

We had the best time relaxing and exploring. The Bonne-Vie is just a short dinghy ride from the dock and it’s in a quiet, peaceful cove where we were able to watch wildlife from the boat and fish. The boat has plenty of room and Mark is an amazing host and gives you an intro to everything on the boat and is quick to respond and help with any questions. We loved watching the sunrise and stars from the bunny pad and going to the nearby small, secluded beach. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo Z.

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

Spectacular Experience

Stay is exactly as advertised, the very first night we saw 2 dolphins playing around less than 25yards from the boat. Saw plenty of other wildlife as well, crabs, rays, nurse sharks, and a manatee. Fishing is fun with live shrimp right off the boat. The serenity of being tucked in a mangrove cove on a boat, living the liveaboard lifestyle is a very different way to spend a vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott O.

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

Mark was great

Nice quiet setting
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT D.

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

Excellent stay

If your looking for a great escape from the rat race, this is a great place to stay. Mark was always responsive with any questions or issues. Gave us some great recommendations for dinner. Overall great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

The Good Life on the Bonne Vie

My 16yr son, Ben and I stayed for 3 nights and enjoyed our time camping on Bonne Vie. We fished, crabbed and kayaked all over the cove, saw a manatee and her calf swim right under our yak. Mark is a fantastic host, very communicative and brought us ice two days in a row and took us to the secret tiki, that was so beautiful! We had a great mom & son time!! Star gazing is amazing too. Mark's ad is very accurate, if you listen clearly to his instructions on how to operate the Bonne Vie, you will have a great time like we did! Highly recommend, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVE S.

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

Life on a boat in the Florida Keys

I thoroghly enjoyed the experience of staying on an anchored boat in a protected harbor and being on the water with unobstructed views. Mark was a great host and offered many tips to the cabin cruiser / houseboat life style.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Linda P.

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

Mini vacation

It’s like Mark says, the boat is not a hotel, she is Quant and rustic, quiet and peaceful with opportunity to fish all day long. Being on the water to absorb nature and the creatures of the sea was a wonderful experience. The owner Mark was very accommodating to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

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

Manetee Cove

I had Great time with my stay in Key Largo on this boat. The Manatee Cove is so peaceful. The boat is spacious with room to walk around and the veiw is Awsome. Thanks Mark for all you do for making my stay trouble free from the word Go. This stay is worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Beautiful!!!

The host was very nice and helpful with local hotspots. He answered all of our questions and was easy to communicate with. He showed us this secret tiki spot that was amazing!!! This was just what we were looking for, a nice and quiet relaxing getaway in the keys!! Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina S.

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

Couple days of sunny paradise

Enjoyed a couple wonderful days enjoying this unique experience with my 20 year old daughter. We did have a couple challenges figuring things out on the boat (newbies!) but Mark was quick to help. I enjoyed reading and relaxing on the top deck while my daughter spent the days fishing in the kayak! She loved it and caught like 75 plus fish-crazy! And a nurse shark went right under the kayak. We travel to wellington Florida annually for horse show and can gaurantee that we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy G.

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

perfect getaway

This was a perfect spot to get off the grid a bit. Manatees stopped by the boat every day. Caught fish off the back of the boat. Short drive to the marina and close to restaurants if you want to venture off the boat.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ismerai M.

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

Great

The communication with the boat owner was always quick. He was very helpful. The boat was nice and pretty comfortable. We enjoyed having the dingy to come and go as needed. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

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

Peaceful ocean getaway

My wife and I stayed here in March 2025. Weather was perfect. Mark was very responsive and made sure to accommodate our schedule. The boat itself is very nice. It’s anchored in a well-protected bay, so you have great views, but there’s no need to worry about anything. You don’t need to know anything about boats or boating to stay here. Some of the reviews mention limited generator time - I can’t understand why anyone found this to be relevant. There’s also a high powered inverter you can use to power things. We are going to come back next year for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

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

Boathouse life😊💗

Our stay was amazing! Our host was super friendly and communicated with us before we got there to make sure everything was good, as well as checking in everyday to see if we needed anything. He also suggested great places for us to eat. We loved staying on the boathouse and exploring on the dingy boat😁 this has been the best vrbo experience we have had! We will definitely be back. Thank you Mark!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Camping on the water with million dollar views

We had a great time staying on the boat while down in the keys for scuba certification. Mark communicated with us well. We recommend adding the dinghy rental to your trip to get back and forth to land and to cruise around and sight see. The cove was quiet and very peaceful at night. We put the mattress outside and slept under the stars (and mosquito net, provided). For a no frills adventure, this was great for us! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you are looking for a great outdoor venture, love Mother Nature and want the best outdoor water experience, this boat is for you. It is like staying in an old cabin on the water and will discriminate the typical hotel stay. The fishing, kayaking to the tiki hut through the everglades to Manatee Marks Private Secret TikiHut! It will blow your mind!!! Traveling by way of dinghy to the Manatee Bay Beach was additionally, a fabulous, one of a kind experience!! Pick Manatee Mark’s Brian he’ll give you the best local restaurants an bars with bands and ask him about Cupcake Island!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

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

Rustic but fun

My wife and I had a great time staying on Mark’s boat. The description is accurate, it’s a somewhat “roughing it” stay. This was a great stay, but would definitely be more enjoyable in cooler weather. The AC at night was a life saver, but during the day it was definitely hot. Sitting up top at night, feeling the breeze, hearing the water, and looking at the stars was wonderful though, and worth it. You definitely want some bug spray though.Mark was always quick to respond and help when needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki G.

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

Peaceful Paradise

First of all, we will miss this boat. Thank you Mark, for offering this experience to the average persons. My wife and I enjoyed everything about our stay. The description was accurate. Come prepared, this is a boat, not a hotel. The views at sunset were amazing (we weren't up early enough for the sunrises)! Dolphins showed up at the boat. How cool! Mark was attentive with wonderful local suggestions on places to visit. We would highly recommend renting the dinghy. At this point we have stayed 2 weeks on the Bonne-Vie and can't wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

25th Anniversary Getaway

My husband and I enjoyed our 2 night stay on the Bonne Vie (which means "Good Life" in French). It was the good life for us - he was able to fish off the back and I read books on the front of the boat. When it got too hot we could jump in the water to cool off! There are lots of great restaurants to try in Key Largo and we took a cooler of snacks for the boat. There are mosquitos in the evening - but we enjoy camping (and there are always mosquitos when camping) so a little bug spray did the trick! Mark was an excellent host and made sure we had everything we needed - including a sweet anniversary gift! If you enjoy the outdoors and adventures then you will enjoy the Bonne Vie!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan E.

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

A great weekend away

My son and I stayed here to be near Key Largo and we had a great time. The views from the boat at night, at sunrise and sunset were amazing. The location just can't be beat. Mark as a host is bar far the most communicative host I've ever dealt with and he's taken the time to provide a lot of the items you would need when staying there. One thing I'd recommend is to pack light! I also recommend renting a small boat from Mark to make it easier to get back and forth from the boat to the marina. I also recommend taking the kayak that's included in the price of your stay to explore the area. Sitting up top on the boat and feeling the breeze with the sound of the waves lapping against the boat was great. Honestly I wished we could have stayed longer to enjoy it even more but it was a great time for us both. Some other things you will want to know: get there for check in during the daytime because getting from the Marina to your boat at night is more tricky. The bathroom has a camper toilet so I'd also recommend using the Marina for #2 :). But as long as your expectations are appropriate you will have a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Steven W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Not as advertised

The boat is in a fabulous location. Mark really tried hard to accommodate us but seemed put out when we asked for things promised in the booking. We were prepared for this to be like camping on the water, but much was not as expected. Mark was not ready for us at the prearranged check-in time (which was after the posted available check-in time). The generator wasn't working the first night and was temperamental throughout, with an 8 hour run-limit (so no AC, hotplate, microwave, coffeemaker without generator). The camp potty (not the boat toilet as in the photo) overflowed and he did empty it, but the floor wasn't cleaned. Grill was tricky to use and the kitchen isn't equipped for even boiling pasta (only pan is a small skillet). Doors don't shut all the way and handle is broken. Ran out of water overnight (after extremely limited, careful use during our stay). No fridge - just a cooler with ice, which wasn't refilled frequently enough (as promised) to keep food from spoiling. And the outboard motor on the boat we paid an extra $50/day for kept quitting out on us (basically essential to access the property but not included in price of stay). It's a great spot, just come prepared and know what to expect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023