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Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort

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Nestled in a tranquil oasis cove, Dolphin houseboat offers a serene retreat between Key Largo and Islamorada. Enjoy flat-screen TVs with cable, complimentary WiFi, and well-equipped kitchens to make your stay feel like home. The sliding glass doors lead to back patio with an upper deck overlooking wonderful water views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroom56 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort

The Dolphin houseboat has 1 Queen bed, 1 Queen sofa sleeper and 2 Twin beds in the loft. Each houseboat has flat-screen TVs with cable and complimentary WiFi. The kitchen features a refrigerator, stove-top, microwave, coffee maker, toaster and well-equipped kitchens. The sliding glass doors lead to back patio with an upper deck overlooking wonderful water views, The sliding glass doors lead to a back patio overlooking wonderful water views, with a half upper deck for gorgeous sunsets. located between Key Largo and Islamorada in Tavernier at Mile Marker 91.7 on the Bayside, in a protected tranquil oasis cove of Community Harbor, in the beautiful Florida Keys.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has 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
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

About the area

Located in Tavernier, this houseboat is near theme parks and on the waterfront. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jacob's Aquatic Center and MoradaWay Arts & Cultural District. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Tavernier travel guide
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Tavernier, FL

What's nearby

  • Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
    Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Islamorada_FloridaKeysDiveCenter_553248621532652358-0002
    Florida Keys Dive Center
    3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Mangrove Marina
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Baker's Cay Resort Beach
    9 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill
    11 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Miami International Airport (MIA)
    91 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • Circle K
    19 min walk
  • Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar
    5 min drive
  • Old Tavernier
    3 min drive
  • Dillon's Pub & Grill
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this houseboat allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Mangrove Marina and Mariners Hospital. Florida Keys Dive Center and Harry Harris Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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. 55 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellee M.

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

Great Experience

We enjoyed staying on a houseboat. Views for the Dolphin were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Fun place

Fun spot to stay for a few nights. Actually a little bit bigger inside than it looks in the pictures. Kids loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

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

Very Nice

Nice location and the staff was very helpful. We really enjoyed the sunsets from the upper deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Perfect little house boat!

If you’re looking for a unique place to stay in the keys then don’t hesitate to book The Dolphin. It’s clean, has all the essentials and is close to some great snorkeling, diving, kayaking, fishing and restaurants! We loved spending time on the top deck of the house boat and even had a manatee visit us one afternoon! We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

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

Treat ya like family.

Lourdes was a gem to work with! The moment we walked in she made us feel right at home, so do the people that stay on the boat full time. We saw about 5 manatees right in front of our boat, and about 4 nurse sharks. Absolutely amazing! The price was very reasonable. Nothing fancy. We did pull the mattresses off the loft to make the couch more comfortable. The dolphin is a good fit for 4, I wouldn't exceed that. The only kicker is you can't blow dry your hair in the boat cause it will trip the panel but we made out well otherwise just know that going in. We enjoyed our stay as we island hopped daily and this was our central location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathryn D.

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

Beautiful location and wonderful staff.

The Dolphin sits on the end corner of a pier. We had a view of boats coming and going A great view of several house boats parked across the bay. It was so relaxing. It was quiet, a slow time so not many other renters around us. And Key Largo and Tavernier were not congested The sunset was beautiful from the upper deck and the lower deck provided shade in the heat of the day. It was picturesque all day but especially as the moon was a beautiful backdrop of the boats in the marina. We spotted what looked like a white bottle cap and at closer inspection it was a tiny jelly fish. We also saw anemones that look like cauliflower from the lower deck. We checked out a few local restaurants hidden off the main road. We will debate be back to explore more of the keys.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Perfect Floating House

Have you ever wanted to stay on a floating house? This is the perfect opportunity to try it! This little house had everything that my husband and I needed to enjoy our day trips to the other Keys. We did enjoy sitting on the patios in the early mornings to enjoy the wonderful views. During the day, we went exploring to the other Keys for breakfast, shopping, stopped off at Bahia Honda Park for beach time and late lunches. In the evenings, the bar in the Marina was hopping with a fire pit and music. They did turn off the music around 11. I do recommend having Dramamine on hand incase the winds pick up and it is rough. This only happened for a few hours one night, but I wish I had something to help me. I highly recommend this for two adults and maybe smaller kids that could use the loft. If we go back to the Keys for vacation, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon Y.

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

Wonderful stay

Very nice place, exactly as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Q.

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

Relaxing and practical. Great views of the sunrise and sunset. Staff were pleasant and helpful.

We had a wonderful time and plan to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason v.

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

3-Day Weekend

Fun place to stay, great views and great home base for a 3-day weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Great place for mini season

friendly people at check in and great location as they have a boat ramp, trailer storage and we were able to tie up in back of our accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mimi O.

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

Lovely Stay

Everything was absolutely as described. The service, grounds and experience was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

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

Great house boat with a beautiful view

Perfect little getaway spot. Great location at the end of the dock with a wonderful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janie Y.

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

Quick stop in the Keys

Wanted to try something different so decided to stay in the houseboat this past weekend. Was fun and different and located close to so many great restaurants and things to do in Islamorada. The Marina has a great outside bar and food truck and a nice pool. Overall a terrific weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Delightful boat house

Am adorable property, beautiful and serene.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

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

Great time had!

Great time iPad.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Q.

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

Just awesome!

From the check in, location, people, cleanliness and all around experience of staying on a houseboat, just awesome! Highly recommend & will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca B.

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

Great Getaway

The houseboat was wonderful and communication with the property manager was great. VRBO accurately described the property. We had a great time and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Deirdre O.

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

Perfection. Will be back!

We enjoyed our 4 nights and were sad to leave. Wish the bar was back up and running, then there'd be no reason to leave the marina.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark & melanie k.

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

Houseboat Experience

Nice place to relax on vacation. Nice friendly Working Boat Marina .. A few hangers and a K-Cup coffee maker would be a plus plus.. Overall this spot is Solid!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe A.

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

Awesome Stay!

My wife and I started our honeymoon off staying in the Dolphin. It is a great place!! We loved every bit of it. The marina also has a tiki bar and food truck that has amazing food. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C.

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

Fun experience on the houseboat

Great location and views, clean, peaceful sunsets over the water, Mike was very helpful, Lady in the marina very welcoming, Would love to return again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacky B.

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

Amazing!

The houseboat was beautiful and cozy! The marina is located at a convenient area with access to amenities and hotspots. We love the convenience of bringing our boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey W.

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

Amazing views!

The houseboats are so much to stay in. Our grandchildren loved the roof top decks, and the lofts. They are extremely clean and comfortable. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

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

Beautiful view

Everything u need for a stay. AC works GREAT! Love the upper and lower decks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022