Marathon Vacation Rental villa

Quiet Open Water Retreat On Nature Refuge

Description Villa,
Studio, Sleeps 2, 1 Bathroom
Amenities waterfront, terrace, air-conditioning, internet access, satellite or cable
Rates per property (USD)
$1,000 - $1,200/week 
Jerry Schuman
+1 305-815-2865
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of the Marathon vacation villa rental 1 bedroom / 1 bath sleeps 2

Relax in this peaceful, open-water, bird and wildlife sanctuary with private views of the State Park. From your living room sofa, only 9 feet from water's edge, you can watch fish swim and birds fly, or if you prefer, you may simply sit and enjoy the ebb and flow of the tide. In these environmentally friendly surroundings, you can observe, in a way you never have, marine life and native birds in unobstructed waters. Just off the property you can find nature trails leading to quiet beaches. The patio offers views of a back yard aquarium and the spectacular beauty of the Florida Keys. Launch our canoe or kayaks into this ecological paradise and paddle your way along easy-to-follow, marked mangrove trails. * You will be very comfortable is these extremely clean and well-appointed surroundings. With a new Simmons Beautyrest bed, new furnishings, linens, plasma flat screen TV, Saltillo tile floors inside & out, new bathroom, new kitchen, granite tops.* Includes canoe, kayak & binoculars.
Marathon villa rental - Terrace overlooking Nature Preserve

Terrace overlooking Nature Preserve

Marathon villa rental - Bird watch from your sofa

Bird watch from your sofa

Marathon villa rental - Roseate Spoonbill & Blue Heron

Roseate Spoonbill & Blue Heron

Marathon villa rental - Bedroom and living area

Bedroom and living area

Marathon villa rental - Kitchen

Kitchen

Marathon villa rental - Bath

Bath

Marathon villa rental - Back yard aquarium

Back yard aquarium

Marathon villa rental - Bird watching

Bird watching

Marathon villa rental - Picnic area and tiki hut

Picnic area and tiki hut

Marathon villa rental - Treasured resident

Treasured resident

Marathon villa rental - Views from the patio

Views from the patio

Marathon villa rental - Back yard sunsets

Back yard sunsets

Location: Florida Keys < Florida < USA

Car: necessary
We are a few minutes from Marathon, only 1-1/2 hours from the Miami International Airport, and an hour's drive to Key West, which makes this a centrally located vacation destination.

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Rental Rates for this vacation villa rental in Marathon, Florida

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Oct 1, 2009 - Nov 30, 2009 $1,000 - - - - - 1 Week
Dec 1, 2009 - Apr 30, 2010 $1,200 - - - - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • * $1000 week May-November
    * $1200 week December-April
    * Would prefer Saturday-Saturday but not always necessary.
    * Monthly and long-term leasing also available.
    * Please call or email for availability of calender.
    * $300 holds you dates.
    * You may pay when you arrive.
    * Your $300 security deposit will be completely refunded,
    pending return of keys and satisfactory inspection. Except for
    laundry, the property and its contents should be returned to its
    original condition.
    * Cancellation policy: deposit is fully refunded with a 60 day notice.

    Payment Options

    * All major credit cards accepted.
    * Money orders, cashiers checks and personal checks also accepted.
  • General Information

    * Check-in is at 3:00 PM, check-out is at 11:00 AM.
    * Maid service prior to check-in and after check-out only.
    * Parking is available for 1 car.
    * Boat dock available only by reservation
    * Boat trailer parking at local ramp.

    In order to maintain the excellence of our accommodations and insure
    that all guests share this ecological experience, we ask that you
    adhere to the following regulations:

    * All guests must be a minimum 21 years of age - valid I.D. required.
    * Accommodations are for up to 2 adults - no overnight guests allowed.
    * Smoking is permitted outside only.
    * Sorry, no pets allowed.
    * Please note this is a wildlife refuge, we recycle plastics, glass and newspapers.
    * The fish are our treasured residents, so we ask that you not fish off the sea wall.
    * There is a no disturbance policy after 10:00 PM.
    * Payment in full is required upon arrival.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation villa rental in Marathon, Florida

Property Type:
  • villa

Location Type:
  • waterfront

Theme:
  • romantic
  • away from it all

General:
  • soaps basic
  • alarm clock
  • ceiling fans
  • hair dryer
  • laundry soap
  • local maps
  • paper towels
  • toilet paper
  • accept credit card
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • linens provided
  • towels provided

Kitchen:
  • iron & board
  • blender
  • lobster pot
  • spices
  • stove top burners
  • cooking utensils
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 2 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom - Toilet, Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 0 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 2 people
  • Studio - 1 Queen
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • books

Internet Access:
  • internet access

Outside:
  • outdoor grill
  • dock boatslip
  • outdoor grill gas
  • parking off street
  • patio stone/concrete
  • porch/lanai
  • unscreened porch/lanai
  • walkway to water
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • kayak
  • canoe
  • 4 garden chairs
  • 2 beach chairs

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • non smoking only
  • low allergen environment
  • long term renters welcome
  • children not allowed

Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking
  • paragliding
  • roller blading
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • antiquing

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach chairs
  • beach towels
  • binoculars
  • fish cleaning table
  • inflatable boat

Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • bay/sound
  • botanical garden
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • eco tourism
  • fitness center
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • pond
  • forests

Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • deepsea fishing
  • fly fishing
  • hiking
  • jet skiing
  • paddle boating
  • pier fishing
  • sight seeing
  • snorkeling
  • sound/bay fishing
  • surf fishing
  • freshwater fishing

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • reefs
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives
  • synagogues
  • zoo

Nearby Services:
  • massage therapist
  • medical services

Notes: *see below

Further details for this vacation villa rental in Marathon, Florida

*Idyllic Setting For Quiet Getaway: You will have the opportunity to relax in an open water nature preserve, offering private views of the State Park. From your sea wall, watch the annual migration of east coast sea birds. Or hang out in the hammock and immerse yourself in the tranquility of this ecological paradise. Take morning or afternoon walks through the nature trails in the State Park. Open your windows and enjoy the cooling ocean breeze. In the picnic area there is a tiki hut, barbecue and hammock. All wildlife and scenic photos were taken off back patio. * Includes canoe, kayaks and binoculars.

*Vacation Rental Amenities: Amenities include: wireless Internet access, washer and dryer, canoe, kayaks, binoculars, beach chairs and umbrella, yoga-stretching mats, snorkel/mask and fins, fishing poles and light tackle, tiki hut, hammock, books, picnic table, outdoor furniture, barbecue gas grill, bait freezer, plasma flat screen TV, cable, A/C, queen bed, ceiling fan, refrigerator, oven, microwave, coffee maker, blender, juicer, toaster, hair dryer, clothes iron, lobster pot, tea pot, dishware and cooking utensils, spices, oil and vinegar, coffee, tea, cream and sugar, all paper products, linens and towels.

*Activities and Attractions: Activities include: fish and bird watching, reading and relaxing, wildlife photography, canoeing,kayaking, beach combing, snorkeling, scuba diving, fly fishing, deep sea fishing, sailing, power boating, hiking and exploring nature trails in the State Park. You can take day trips to the Everglades National Park, visit John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, The Turtle Hospital and Museum, Dolphin Research Center, The Theater of The Sea, Bird and Wildlife Nature Center, World Wide Sportsman, art galleries, enjoy fantastic seafood and watch the sunsets.

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