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Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear

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A heated pool
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 481 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cudjoe Key, FL
  • Venture Out Keys
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Upper Sugarloaf Key
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Florida Keys Beaches
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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Gated Community on Open Water with Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes

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  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (229)
The price is NZ$1,207
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Gated Community on Open Water with Dock, Heated Pool, Kayaks, Bikes

About the area

Summerland Key

With a stay at this vacation home in Summerland Key, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Florida Keys Beaches and Venture Out Keys. .This vacation home is 15.5 mi (25 km) from Bahia Honda State Park and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Venture Key.
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What's nearby

  • Venture Out Keys - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Upper Sugarloaf Key - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Florida Keys Beaches - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Key West Visitors Center - 15 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Sugarloaf Beach - 22 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangrove Mama's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boondocks Grille & Draft House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kiki's Sandbar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Square Grouper Bar & Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Looe Key Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear

This beautifully furnished, very clean, well-stocked modern house is located in Venture Out, a private residential community in the fabulous Florida Keys.
The house has direct ocean access for the serious fisherman. Keep your boat on our concrete dock with water and electric on the dock as well as a nice fish cleaning station. The fishing here is outstanding- Depending on the season, Sailfish, Dolphin, Marlin, Grouper, Hogfish, Snapper and all species of reef fish and world class Tarpon fishing.

Snorkeling and diving at Looe Key Reef, many wrecks, and the back country are all readily accessible. There are commercial dive and snorkel trips available within a few miles of the resort. We have lots of snorkel gear for you to use!

The property features a private sandy beach, a large, heated pool plus a kiddie's pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, pickle ball, bocce, etc. there is plenty to do while you are here.
We also have 4 bicycles, two kayaks and a paddle board at the house.

The marina offers gas pumps, boat ramps, pressure washers to wash down your boat and trailer, and air pumps for your tires!

Of course, Key West has much to offer with all of its unique festivals such as Fantasy Fest, Goombay, Goombay, Hemingway Days, etc.
Marathon has the famous Turtle Hospital and the Dolphin Research center where you can swim with the dolphins.

Please be advised that there is an amenities fee of $125. that gets paid directly to the Venture Out upon check in (this is not an owner charge this is a condo association charge for use.

Also be advised that we have a security camera under the house facing the dock. you will see it directly above the lockbox.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Melanie Zanini

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: $500 fine for smoking in the house

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 875 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: there is a community playground for children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Walk to the Private Beach or Head Out Fishing!

Walk to Beach, Open Water View from porch , dock, bikes, kayaks & snorkel gear Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Property

Plenty of room for a family of 4 ( includes 2 teens). Well stocked kitchen and very clean. The best was catching fish right off the back of the house. We look forward to planning a return trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We loved having our own space for a boat. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location!

Spent a wonderful week here with our teen daughter. Loved having the option of riding bikes down to the pool. The location was perfect, right between Key West and Marathon Key. We found fun adventures within a short drive each day. Also enjoyed getting to know other people who were staying in the gated community resort! We’d love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jasongambit1

Liked: Cleanliness

Would highly recommend

Property was well stocked with everything you need. Great location. Only minor thing was had to fill out same paperwork 2-3 times when checking in because they didn’t have it… assuming it was a communication issue between host and security. All in all I would highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really Great

Cleans and scenic
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice relaxing place to stay in the Keys

Stayed for a week at this charming VRBO with my husband and another couple. Plenty of space for all of us to enjoy. The house has everything you need. We didn't have time to use the kayaks but did use the bikes and also the new grill. Went to Key West for the day which is only a 20 minute drive from Venture Out. The heated pool at Venture Out is very nice....comfortable 88 degrees. The only thing we wish we would have known about is the list of activities at the resort. We didn't find out about them until our last day there. The guard at the check-in didn't give us a the list when we arrived in the evening. Maybe that is something that only the office has when you check in before they close for the day. The property manager for this unit was easy to get ahold of her via text. She responded promptly to any of my questions. We would definitely stay at this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and nice neigh hood

My wife and I were down for the key west marathon. The place was great, beds very good good stock of pots and pans. We used the 2 person kayak which was very nice but it weights a ton hard to get out of water. Bikes were also great to use although a little beat up. I which their was a little more information on the area ,by the time we were getting comfy with the area we had to leave. Fishing poles would be a nice addition. Also I know we are the exception but if you don't have a cell phone the owner can be very difficult. Thanks we will definitely stay here again..
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friendly community

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

james p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cudjoe place

It was wonderful i enjoyed the stay very much it was perfect thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Key Get-a-Way!!

This place was beautiful. When staying in a rental, there can always be a little something that is not right or goes wrong. Nothing went wrong with this place. The master bed evidently has an older form top mattress that doesn't dissipate heat, so it you are warm sleeping you will want to sleep in the second bedroom. It's not quite as bad. You may want to bring your own King Sheets and pillowcases. They were very rough!! All in all, I would recommend this place! They seemed to have everything covered! Remember that you have to pay a $125 plus tax fee to the resort weather you stay one night or more. This is on top of your rent to the owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a great a property!

Amazing stay. Right in the end of a canal. Spent so much time outside. Windy during our stay, but sunrise was awesome. Clean. Pictures are exactly on point. Will stay again if we go to the area. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destiny L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Everything was great and Melanie was very easy to communicate with!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Canal stay

Property was clean and accommodating. Enjoyed our stay even though the wind was blowing a little and had some rain. Close to nearby store and places to eat. Only thing that came up was the neighbor complained about my son fishing on the sea wall a few feet onto her side. We apologized and went on with his fishing and spoke for a couple more minutes which at the end she was very nice. Recommend this place for a young family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Casey G., tampa, fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual lobster trip

Fun time.wanting to stay next year same time just need better communication w house mgr but i think it can be better next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place!

Everything from the location, amenities, to the beautiful house and great property owner was wonderful. The whole family had an amazing time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Clean comfortable and on the water what else can you ask for!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and safe getaway

Our family had a very comfortable stay, snorkel gear, bikes, towels, laundry everything we needed. The only unexpected was the ocean water was smelly at times and we used the paddle boards to collect trash out of the water as it collects in the dock area. I still gave 5 stars, but we definitely didn't feel comfortable swimming right off of the deck with everything gathering in that area. The pool was a nice alternative!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A., Ridgway Pa

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place in venture out

As always we enjoy Venture out! Mel’s place was awesome! She was great to deal with as well!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Rental

Loved the house and everything was perfect. My only concern or thing to watch out for is if you have a boat. The bubblers at the end of the canal doesn't work, so there is a thick pile of seaweeds at the end of the canal in front of the house. We were being very careful, but it almost ruined the trip when they got into the engine. (I think it is a Venture Out issue, not a rental issue). The rental is still 5 star and I would rent it again. This is probably my favorite house so far at Venture Out.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S., Bella Vista, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely perfect!

Everything was perfect, the house was beautiful and well stocked. We even saw two manatees hang out right in front of the house for about an hour! The location is great and the host was extremely helpful. Side note, the Square Grouper restaurant, which is just down the road, was one of the best places we ate in the Keys!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls’ Trip

The location is perfect to airport and Key West/Marathon. We found the house to have everything we needed and the neighborhood was peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nothing special

Average, clean and relaxing. Fine for a relaxing get away but nothing special. Communicating with the owner was rather frustrating. We received multiple repedative emails requesting information and giving special instructions that we responded to over and over again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great clean and central home away from home

The house was emmaculate and a great central location for trips to Key West and Islamorada for the week. The beds were very comfortable and the space was very homey...we've stayed in many VRBO rentals, and this was the best appointed kitchen we've experienced from a K-pod and a drip coffee maker to an airfryer. Though we never grilled, the outdoor spaces on both levels were very nice, and we appreciated the umbrella and beach chairs for our day in Zachary Taylor.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lona B., Saginaw Mi

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

Beautiful home with top notch appliances and furnishings. Location was close to Key West many day trips in the keys.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

We really enjoyed our stay. This house is incredibly clean, modern and everything you need for a stay in the keys. The location fit our needs perfectly. We loved having the marina on site, the opportunity to ride bikes through the community, swim and to simply enjoy the outdoors in a secure community. We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024