Located in the exclusive Sombrero Beach Area, Sweet Retreat is a waterfront haven with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. With ocean paddle boards, kayaks, and a private dock offering deep water access to the Atlantic Ocean, this vacation home offers endless opportunities for adventure.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
Sweet Retreat! 4 bedroom 2.5 Baths Sombrero Beach w Pool Jacuzzi, 37` dock 2 kayaks 2 paddleboards included
Plr2019-00281
Do you love the Tropical Waters of the Florida Keys? This vacation home is calling to you. Located on the water in the exclusive Sombrero Beach Area and located 3 miles from the beach. This Sweet Retreat embraces the waterfront vacation lifestyle, with plenty of room for the entire family or a group of friends traveling together.
There are 2 full-size ocean Paddle Boards and a couple of 2 seater Ocean Kayaks that hold fishing rods included.
ThisSweet Retreat has 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths in a quiet peaceful neighborhood with all the amenities and comforts you can think of. You have two covered Carports in front of the home for shade and cover for those rainy days. Plenty of parking for 3 carsand a boat trailer.
Dock your boat on the property with the 37ft of dock. The dock offers deep water access to the Atlantic Ocean. The home boasts an outdoor fridge, bait freezer, Commercial Ice Maker, and dockside fish cleaning table, so you can easily clean your latest catch. Luxury outdoor gas grill to cook with rotisserie and dual heating bar included.
Once you enter the home through the grand foyer, you see the beautifulwood stairs. The first bedroom on your right has a twin trundle bed, TV, and accessto the pool. Next to the bedroom, you will have a half bath. The large laundry room has a front loader washer & dryer, an ironing area, and plentyof linens and beach towels. If you go straight down along the staircase you will enter the huge master suite with a California king bed, His and Hers large closets, dual vanities, a soaking tub, shower, TV, and a private entrance to the pool.
As you make your way upstairs you will find the Vaulted Great room that overlooks the pool area and canal. The spacious formal dining room seats eight people and leads out to a balcony that has a six-seater dining table overlooking the pool. The fully stocked kitchen has everything you need to make those large family meals, a Large kitchen Island, 2 separate copper sinks with all stainless steel appliances, and a gas range!. Going around the staircase upstairs there are two guest bedrooms, one with a king-size bed & the other with a queen-size bed both bedrooms have TVs. Between the rooms isthe second full bathroom with adouble-wide shower.
The backyard has been laidout to make you feel like you are in a tropical Oasis. We have an awesome Tiki Hut with an outdoor sofa, chairs, beautiful rope lighting & fan.
The built-in automatic mosquito mist system will ensure to make it comfortable,itencompasses the entire yard and keeps the mosquitos away.
The Pool is Grande with a spill-over jacuzzi and a splash pad, pool heat is included. Relax in the oversized loungers or fish from the back dock.
On your kayaks or paddleboards you can actually follow the canal to Sombrero Beach if you are feeling adventurous!
Book your stay now, we promise you will love it as much as we do!!
Area:
Sombrero Beach is known as one of the best-kept secrets in the Florida Keys. Sombrero Beach has beautiful white soft sand alongside glistening turquoise waters, without the throngs of tourists found on other beaches. Serene and beautiful, Sombrero Beach will be the highlight of your trip. It is only a 5 min drive to enjoy sunbathing, snorkeling, and fishing in the shallow water or playing volleyball or digging sandcastles on the sandy shore. There are also Bbq grills, a playground, and a pier.
The area around Sombrero Beach also offers a wealth of things to do. Snorkel in the calm waters of Sombrero Reef, the third-largest coral reef in the world or visit the sea turtles at the Turtle Hospital or dive in with dolphins at the Dolphin Research Center in nearby Grassy Key. Plenty of diving and deep-sea fishing charters within minutes.
Max. occupancy:10
Boat Lift not included
Vacation Rentals of the Florida Keys (Vrotfk) has Terms and Conditions that apply to this property and all properties we manage. By booking this propertywhether directly with us or through a third party siteyou and your party expressly agree to these Terms and Conditions. A deposit or completed booking serves as acknowledgment and acceptance of these terms. After your reservation is confirmed, the Terms and Conditions will be sent to you via an e-sign document, which is required to be completed. If the e-sign is not completed, access to the virtual guidebook and arrival details will not be provided. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Additionally, we will request certain information that third-party sites may not collect, as we are required to have specific details on file per company policy and local city regulations.
This property is dog friendly, but please review the following guidelines regarding pet approval and fees:
- You must indicate that you are bringing a dog when booking; however, pet fees are never included during the booking process.
- Regardless of whether you book directly with us or through a third party site, all pet fees are added after the reservation is made.
- All dogs must be approved prior to booking, and breed restrictions may apply due to insurance guidelines.
- Pet fees are non-refundable, taxable, and charged per dog, with pricing based on breed and weight. A maximum of 2 dogs is allowed.
- This property is dog friendly onlyno cats or other animals are permitted.
- Failure to disclose a dog and pay the required pet fee may result in additional charges up to $500 and immediate eviction without refund.
Enhance your stay with our concierge services, designed to create a seamless and memorable Florida Keys experience. Our concierge agent, Kasey Platt, can assist with everything from private boat charters, snorkeling, fishing trips, and eco-tours to in-home massages, private chefs, and unique entertainment like fire shows or dancers. She can also help arrange grocery deliveries, kayak or fishing gear rentals, charcuterie boards, and more.
Born and raised in Marathon, Kasey has strong local connections, allowing for personalized recommendations and exclusive experiences. More details on available services and how to coordinate them are shared with guests after booking. If you have any questions in advance, please let us knowwe're happy to help!
- License #: Vaca-25-125
- Must be 25 years or older to book and must be present for the entire stay
- Max occupancy reflects the number of guests allowed per city regulations and does not guarantee sleeping accommodations for that numberplease review the bed description carefully
Check-in: 4:00 PM on the day of arrival
Check-out: 10:00 AM on the day of departure
Dockage is available at this property; please verify maximum boat size and dockage details with the property manager prior to booking
Dog friendly with restrictions: A non-refundable, taxable pet fee applies based on breed, size, and number of dogs (maximum of 2)
Special Reminder: This property has exterior video cameras
Vacation Rentals of the Florida Keys provides a complimentary starter set of items, including soap, toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher detergent, and laundry detergent. Guests are responsible for providing additional supplies for the remainder of their stay. Starter items are typically located in the bathrooms, at the kitchen sink, and in the laundry area.
Amenities Include:
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Kitchen: Yes
- Private Entrance: Yes
- Smoke Detector: Yes
- Bait Freezer: Yes
- Bed Size 1st/Master: King
- Bed Size 2nd Rm: Queen
- Bed Size 3rd Rm: Queen
- Bed Size 4th Rm: Two Twins
- Child Friendly: Yes
- Coffee Maker: Drip
- Dockage: 35 FT
- Kayaks: yes
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Pool: Heated
- Stand Alone Ice Machine: yes
- Balcony: Yes
- Bbq Grill: Yes
- Ceiling Fans: Yes
- Internet Access: Yes
- Micro/Dishwash/Disp.: Yes
- Patio: Yes
- Refrig And Ice Maker: Yes
- Square Footage, Est.: 2418
- Stove/Oven Elec/Gas: Electric
- TV Cable/Satellite: Cable and Streaming
- washer dryer: Yes
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
Smooth flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not allowed.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Heated pool
Kayak
Paddleboard
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children Allowed
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed.
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Marathon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Florida Keys Country Club and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Marathon travel guide
Does Sweet Retreat! 4 bedroom 2.5 Baths Sombrero Beach w Pool Jacuzzi, 37` dock 2 kayaks 2 paddleboards included have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Sweet Retreat! 4 bedroom 2.5 Baths Sombrero Beach w Pool Jacuzzi, 37` dock 2 kayaks 2 paddleboards included pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sweet Retreat! 4 bedroom 2.5 Baths Sombrero Beach w Pool Jacuzzi, 37` dock 2 kayaks 2 paddleboards included?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sweet Retreat! 4 bedroom 2.5 Baths Sombrero Beach w Pool Jacuzzi, 37` dock 2 kayaks 2 paddleboards included?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sweet Retreat! 4 bedroom 2.5 Baths Sombrero Beach w Pool Jacuzzi, 37` dock 2 kayaks 2 paddleboards included?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sweet Retreat! 4 bedroom 2.5 Baths Sombrero Beach w Pool Jacuzzi, 37` dock 2 kayaks 2 paddleboards included located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Florida Keys Country Club and Boot Key Harbor. Crane Point Museum and Nature Center and Fishermen's Community Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Sweet Retreat! 4 bedroom 2.5 Baths Sombrero Beach w Pool Jacuzzi, 37` dock 2 kayaks 2 paddleboards included Reviews
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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.
Close to Sombrero Reef by boat. House was well laid out and clean. Pool area was nice with plenty of outdoor seating and a fish cleaning table. The accuracy of the listing was inaccurate, showed 2 twin beds in one of the rooms but there was one queen bed which we weren't expecting. My family and I enjoy boating,snorkeling,and fishing and this house was great for that. Would recommend
We greatly enjoyed our stay at Sweet Retreat. Plenty of room for three couples. Pool was great — very happy we asked for it to be heated in mid-February. Water was perfect. Our son brought his boat (22 footer) and had no difficulty with egress even at low tide. It does take a bit of time to navigate the canals to get to open water, but the scenery is great on the way. Overall very happy!
We had a group of 3 couples and there was plenty of room for everyone, we never felt crowded. The house is exactly as listed, or even better than the pictures show! The pool and tiki bar were a great place to hang out. We rented a boat for the week and there was plenty of room to dock it. The canals were easy to navigate and a great location! The team was quick to answer any questions we had, easy check in and check out procedures! They did have landscaping come in midway through the trip, which wasn’t ideal but they worked quickly. If it hasn’t been raining we would have been out on the water and would have never known! We will be staying here again! Highly recommend!
Meghan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Claudia J.
8 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
About this property
The property was in a great location close to everything the beaches were amazing. The house when we came in overall was super clean but the floors were ever dirty. You can’t see it but your feet see it. The pool and the jacuzzi were freezing. When I contacted the manager they didn’t respond and didn’t even care to respond which was kinda frustrating because we really wanted to use the jacuzzi but it was so cold. Other than those 3 things. It was great.
Wonderful property to stay. Clean, nice area of marathon, fun amenities. The pool and outside lounge area was beautiful and a hit with the kids! Would stay here again.
Lise T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barb L.
3 Apr 2019
Property is perfect for a family vacation.
The property is beautiful. The pool and hot tub is a big plus. Snorkeling is amazing Rented a boat and fished everyday. We had a great time and plan on returning
the house and property was amazing .one of the best houses we have ever stayed at in the keys .the property manager ms. jessenia rubio is an asset she was very responsive and actually cared about our stay
Family with 3 kids a golden retriever and mother in law with her dog. We absolutely loved this place and location. My wife is already wanting to go back. We will definitely go back again if this house is available. Our kids loved the keys and loved this house.
Overall this house was everything in the review.
We saw manatee everyday in the canal behind house and a seahorse! The pool was really nice , clean and big. The manager we spoke to about an issue promptly took care of our request. We would stay here again.
What a great house. So clean and beautifully decorated. It has everything you need to relax and enjoy the Keys. The pool was awesome and the access to the Atlantic or Gulf was so short and easy. Our boat looked awesome on the dock!! The property manager was always available for us when we had a question. She was great. We will definitely book again!!
Pete Z.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
23 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Nice place, needs better maintenance
Needs to be cleaned up, and a few repairs. Not worth the price we paid, in my opinion, but it was still enjoyable.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 Feb 2019
Peaceful vacation!
Love the pool which was heated and needed in February. Nicely set up home with everything you need.(Towels, pool towels, kitchen utensil, outdoor fridge and freezer, TV’s in all RM’s with cable, etc). They set you up with a starter package (Toilet paper, laundry soap, dishwasher soap and few garbage bags, few other things also) nice when first arrive!!
This place was amazing for my family of 5 plenty of space for us all. Neighbor was very quiet and peaceful like no one was even around. Beach is really close just a short drive. I will definitely be booking this place again!
The home was beautiful and in a neighborhood with easy access to grocery and restaurants.
PLEASE NOTE: At the time of booking we were unaware of the extra fee for the pool to be heated, so we had to pay an extra $250. Moreover, the hot tub is UNUSABLE unless you pay the heat fee for the pool, which should also be stated somewhere.
The kitchen is very well stocked and the beds are very comfortable.
Great property. Worked well for 4 adults and one teenager. Location was central for grocery shopping and fishing with our boat. Great parking and fun toys like the paddle boards and kayaks. The pool was great and there were options for seating inside and out. All in all it was perfect for us and made a great stay for an amazing trip.
Everything was great; pool, patio, location and interior. My only issue is that the canal IS NOT accessible by boat at low tide. We had to move our 22' center console to a marina to use it.
Beautiful property, clean and relaxing. Nice location in the middle keys. The kitchen is very nice. The only concern we had was that the pool and particularly the spa weren't real warm. We weren't told ahead of time that paying for a heated spa meant the temp would be a maxumum of 92 degrees (it really did t get to that temp or stay there very long). The weather in Jan can be a little chilly in the evenings and we wanted to relax in the spa but couldn't.
What a wonderful house -- there was five of us -- me, my husband and 3 sons -- it fit us so well -- we loved the pool and spent a lot of time in it in the morning and then in the evening -- I would definitely recommend swimming with the dolphins at the Dolphin Institute -- we had such an awesome week and weather couldn't of been better -- thank you so much !!!!!
Loved the house and location. Rental office was extremely nice and prompt with any questions we had. Lovely pool area - only drawback for us was the hot tub not being hot enough.