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Two white Adirondack chairs facing a table with a bottle and glasses, under a thatched roof overlooking the sea.
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a bridge in the background.
A sandy beach with palm trees and a white fence.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a white fence.
An aerial view of a coastal property with a large house, a dock, and clear turquoise waters.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Islamorada, FL
  • Place, Islamorada Brewery & Distillery
    β€ͺ4 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Islamorada
    β€ͺ9 min walk‬
  • Place, History of Diving Museum
    β€ͺ12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    β€ͺ47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Islamorada

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Islamorada, just a 3-minute walk from Islamorada Brewery & Distillery and 11 minutes by foot from History of Diving Museum. .This beach vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Keys History & Discovery Center and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar.
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What's nearby

  • Islamorada Brewery & Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • beach near Islamorada - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Keys History & Discovery Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • History of Diving Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • β€ͺHog Heaven - ‬5 min drive
  • β€ͺLazy Days Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • β€ͺWahoo's Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • β€ͺIslamorada Fish Company - ‬3 min drive
  • β€ͺPapa Joe’s Waterfront - ‬5 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.

Spacious Bayfront Home with Heated Pool, Deep Dockage, Kayaks and More

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The Dock View House is a spacious four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home located within Mermaid's Bay Boutique Estateβ€”a private 3.5-acre bayfront retreat in the heart of downtown Islamorada. The shared estate features 300' of bayfrontage, a pool and hot tub, protected boat basin and more. Originally built in the 1940s, the home retains its island charm while offering modern comforts and generous indoor-outdoor living.

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β€’ Resort-style shared amenities, including heated pool and spa
β€’ Sandy beach with hammocks, lounge chairs, and tiki hut
β€’ Large protected boat basin and small boat ramp
β€’ Complimentary kayaks, paddle boards, and bikes
β€’ Multiple living spaces: sunlit solarium, large living room, dining room
β€’ Bayside entry directly to beach and dock
β€’ Private grill, patio seating, and dedicated parking

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4 Bedrooms (each with private ensuite)

Left Wing:
β€’ Downstairs Bedroom: 2 Queen Beds
β€’ Upstairs Bedroom: King Bed + Small adjoining room with sleeper sofa

Right Wing:
β€’ Downstairs Bedroom: King Bed
β€’ Upstairs Bedroom: King Bed + Small office space

4.5 Bathrooms
β€’ Four private ensuite bathrooms
β€’ Two half bathsβ€”one in each wing's stairwell hallway

Living Areas
β€’ Chef-style kitchen with modern appliances
β€’ Dining room overlooking the water
β€’ Large living room and bright solarium
β€’ Double-sided (non-working) fireplace at the center of the home
β€’ Large windows with open water views from most rooms

In-Home Amenities
β€’ Washer/dryer
β€’ Filtered water dispenser
β€’ Smart TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi
β€’ Personal safes
β€’ Starter supplies provided, including toiletries, paper goods, and coffee

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The protected boat basin accommodates boats of various sizes and provides direct access to the Florida Bay. Dockage and trailer storage are included with the stay. A small ramp is available.

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Ideally located in downtown Islamorada and within easy walking distance to restaurants, breweries, local shops, and popular attractions.

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Rentals are from Friday to Friday. Differing dates may be approved on a case-by-case basis.

This property is professionally managed by Solace Properties, a local vacation rental company. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a rental agreement via email to review and sign. Rental payments are processed directly through Solace Properties, while VRBO collects their service fee separately.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles

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

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

Property is also known as

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Spacious Bayfront Home with Heated Pool, Deep Dockage, Kayaks and More Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

Another great stay

We have stayed at Mermaid's Bay (the Dock House and Bay View Cottage) multiple times over the past several years. Our most recent stay was as great as ever. Terrific location, amazing property/grounds and wonderful accommodations. As always, Jocelyn and Tony are always available to help out with any issues, questions, etc. We look forward to coming back very soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect week.

This was our second trip to this property and both times our stay was great. It is a perfect location as far as restaurants and things to see. My son, daughter-in-law and his three kids snorkeled, paddle boarded, fished and kayaked every day. The kitchen is well equipped with just about anything you need to cook your meals
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Islamorada Paradise

This place was incredible. A private sanctuary on Florida Bay. Thank you Tony for a great vacation. We will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Amazing time

Been to the island many times, this was by far our best experience. The place is majestic and we wanted for nothing. Awesome experience
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick L.

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

Wow!

An incredible property located in the heart of Islamorada (our favorite Key). The grounds were very well kept and the house was spotless. There really is no better place to stay in the Keys! Jocelyn and Tony made sure everything was perfect for us all of the time we were there. Highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Amazing location!

Our family of 6 adults rented this property and we can’t say enough positive things about it. The grounds are beautiful, with spectacular sunset views. The pool rivals a resort. The house is huge with a full bath for each of the four bedrooms. It’s close to all of the local attractions. We wish we could have stayed a month! Thank you Tony!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nonie M.

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

Awesome House! A must for families...

What a great place for families! The house, view, dock, pool and landscaping were absolutely beautiful. I could go on and on! The pictures don’t do it justice! The highlight was seeing a manatee visit us and watching my grandkids seeing and waving to her! Tony was a great host and it was a pleasure to meet him! We’ll definitely be back next year. It will become our annual family vacation spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Best VRBO ever

This was the best VRBO I’ve ever stayed at. I brought my wife, children, and grandchildren for a week. Everyone had a great time. We used the kayaks, paddle boards, and snorkeled in the basin. The kitchen was totally equipped to cook anything you desired. The kids were worried that we wouldn’t have a Christmas Tree but to our surprise there was a fully decorated tree when we arrived. There was even a Key Lime Pie in the refrigerator. The are good restaurants and attractions nearby. We will definitely come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucas W.

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

Fantastic home on the water

Beautiful home and setting. We stayed in the main house but they have two other houses in the property. I kept thinking how awesome this would be for several families to rent all three houses. Pool was very nice and I especially liked that it was cooled so that it was still refreshing in the summer. I don’t think the listing said that an outdoor grill was at the house but it was and we used it several times. Very convenient location with Publix less than 1/2 mile down the road. The owner/manager was there when we checked in to show us around and help if we had any issues but we didn’t. Perfect stay. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Weedy M.

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

Magical!

Everyone in our group had THE BEST time at this magical property. The pool has a. shallow area for toddlers, lots of umbrellas for shade-seekers and is sparkling clean ( unfortunately the hot tub wasn’t working but that was the only problem). Snorkeling right in front of the house, fishing from the kayaks or bulkhead, throwing a baseball on the expansive lawn, reading in hammocks…every time we left the house for an adventure we couldn’t wait to return. An ice machine and purified water tank in the kitchen plus bbq and outside dining area were welcome additions not pictured on the VRBO listing. This is a special spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Above and Beyond - what a beautiful property!

Stayed in this home for our yearly family reunion. What a great place to make some family memories! Sunsets were gorgeous! This home offers it all - each of the 4 bedrooms has it's own private bathroom . The common area even has two 1/2 bathrooms! The owners did a fabulous job when they renovated this property. No detail was left out and the place was super clean. (I would even say, this is the cleanest property I have every rent out.) The kitchen was really spacious. Offered pretty much everything we needed to prepare and serve our meals. The commercial gas stove was a delight to cook on and the stand alone ice maker was a life saver - definitely a plus to cool down our beverages during the Florida HOT summer days. Their unique handmade one of a kind dinning room table is really neat - we enjoyed gathering around it each evening to eat our dinner creations. The exterior of the home also wins our approval - with 5 stars! Beautiful well kept tropical grounds, resort style pool (complete with a waterfall!), BBQ grills and the owners even left us 2 bundles of firewood to use in the fire ring at the end of the dock. The dock is huge and can accommodate a couple of boats if need be. They even have a boat ramp on property if needing to put your boat in the water on arrival. We loved it all! Pictures on the VRBO site don't do this property justice. It is way better in person! Owners were very kind and easy to communicate with. Tony usually stopped by the property daily to check on things. We were fine with the hands on management. Tony made us feel welcome and if we needed anything he was available, yet he was respectful of our privacy also. He was as hands on as we wanted him to be. We loved this place and will forever remember the wonderful memories we made this summer. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021