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A kitchen with a granite countertop, stainless steel sink, and a view of a pool area with thatched roofs.
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A beachfront property with a pool, a thatched-roof structure, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, white cabinets, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Marathon, FL
  • Place, Crane Point Museum and Nature Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Marathon Air Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sombrero Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon)
    ‪15 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Marathon

When you stay at this vacation home in Marathon, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Sombrero Beach and Seven Mile Bridge. .This vacation home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Crane Point Museum and Nature Center and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Marathon Air Museum.

What's nearby

  • Crane Point Museum and Nature Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Marathon Air Museum - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sombrero Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Coco Plum Beach - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Seven Mile Bridge - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Roco's Dockside bar & grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Keys Fisheries, Market & Marina - ‬4 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.

Escape the cold, dreary winter days and head to tropical weather and waters!

Sea Salt Cottage is a spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath open concept home on a wide canal with direct access to the ocean. Guests will enjoy the outdoor living space with heated pool and the largest tiki hut/outdoor living area in the area with an occasional visit from manatee that shelter in the canal. The outdoor space boasts an additional dining area and large sectional couch along with poolside loungers. Coastal cottage decor throughout the inside of the home provides the backdrop for a relaxing atmosphere and the large gathering spaces, both indoor and outdoor, provide an opportunity for guests to create lifetime memories.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Rules

Rental agreement will be sent via Docusign and must be completed and signed when reservation made.
Property is entirely non-smoking and no animals allowed in all indoor and outdoor spaces, including tiki hut, pool, yard areas.
RingCameras are used at entrances to property on both sides with view pointing towards street.No cameras inside or in any private spaces such as pool.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Vrbo Property
Beautiful Canal Front Cottage Home
Beautiful Waterfront Keys Cottage Home-new Listing! Marathon

Escape the cold, dreary winter days and head to tropical weather and waters! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very kind, helpful and responsive and Jim, that is local, was very helpful for any questions. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable home like feel!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KERRY C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is just as it looks. The home is well decorated and cared for. Beds are comfortable. Pool is perfect. The cabana provides lovely sits in the shade while taking in the view. Our family of 5 loved it. Kids swam, fished the canal, enjoyed several visits from manatees. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. It is a great location with the park down the street. The house is very comfortable. The property manager is very responsive. We had an issue with the pool and it was quickly resolved. The second fridge in the garage is a bonus. We would like to come back again.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful home and very clean. We definitely enjoyed our stay. The house has easy access to fishing and lobster. We will for sure want to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vaughn W.

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

Great keys home

Great home on the water. Stayed for a week with the family. Had our boat in the back yard. Perfect location, clean, friendly owners. It was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

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

Marathon cottage

Very nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Great family vacation in the Keys!

We had a great time and Rhonda was a great host. Anything that came up she immediately replied and helped. The house was very well stocked for everything we needed. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard E.

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

Keys vacation

Great location. Hosts are very nice and accommodating. The place has plenty of room. Nicely appointed. The pool and Tiki are a great way to relax and enjoy the sea breezes. Would definitely stay there again. Highly recommend it
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek O.

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

June trip.

The trip went perfectly, the home is beautiful and easy to access via boat. The hosts were there to accept delivery of some new furniture and they were the nicest people. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin B.

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

Great House

Great house with a better location. Visited daily by the Manatees, manager was very helpful and nice. Highly recommend this house
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlton C.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Highly recommend. Clean, convenient drive to restaurants and stores. Host reached out personally to ask if we needed anything. Top 5 places I’ve stayed at and I travel for a living. Will be booking again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Review

This property was nice and clean. It was very close to attractions. It was a very peaceful property where we could relax. The pool was also very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Paradise

We could not have asked for a better place to stay. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The outside patio and pool was wonderful too. We got to see the manatees outlook which we throughly enjoyed watching ! When we come back to the Keys we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

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

Perfect Keys house for a Perfect Keys Vacation

This property was extremely clean and well appointed. The pool was perfect to cool off and relax in. The HUGE covered patio was the STAR of the trip. There was always a cool breeze to be enjoyed under the shade of the enormous lanai! The owners were super helpful, friendly and down to earth. We WILL be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christy c.

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

Perfect family getaway

Beautiful place and a perfect setting. The property was as listed, clean and very well maintained. Close proximity to the beach and restaurants by car and a short walk to Dunkin’ Donuts which we walked to every morning. We seen manatees almost every day!! Rhonda was very responsive to any questions we had. Would definitely recommend staying here. And don’t forget the heated pool!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn D.

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

Great Rental!

This house was exactly as listed! There was plenty of towels and kitchen items. The pool area was spacious and relaxing! The caretaker Jim was very nice and informative about the area. Rhonda was a pleasure to deal with! Would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josh s.

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

The keys!

This house is a very nice place to stay. It is clean and in good condition. The owners were great to deal with. The location was great for boating with quick access to the ocean (just follow the well marked stakes through the shallows and you will be fine with any sized boat). We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth G.

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

Roomy, relaxing, and with manatees!

We had a delightful stay at Sea Salt Cottage. The rooms are large, the kitchen is well-equipped, and the tiki hut and pool are great for reading and relaxing. There's some construction taking place on the other side of the canal, but the occasional noise wasn't bothersome. We were especially thrilled to see manatees in the canal -- they may have been the highlight of our trip. Communication with the owner was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

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

Paradise in Marathon

We had an amazing time staying at the waterfront Keys cottage! The home was nicely updated, comfortable beds, clean and had all the supplies we needed, LOVED the pool and tiki hut and having our boat our back was even better! Only a few houses away from the Ocean! We had several friendly visitors every morning and afternoon- MANATEES! Hosts were very responsive. If we had a question, they responded right away! We were sad to leave and will definitely be back next year! (We didn’t take a lot of photos bc we were too busy relaxing!) The Keys is our ‘Happy Place’!
Chasing Sunsets!
A short boat ride to the 7-mile bridge!
Our manatee visitors! They were sooo cute!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Fabulous vacation rental

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sea Salt cottage. Rhonda was quick to respond to any questions or for dining recommendations which were also listed in the welcome pkg. Florida Steak and Lobster was our favorite! Easy check in and clean. We loved the Tiki hut and pool. Perfect for our 23 ft boat with easy access to Atlantic or gulf if you prefer. Beds were comfy and kitchen had everything we needed. Bonus access to garage to keep our boating/fishing stuff. Bait freezer was great. We will definitely return. Thank you again Rhonda for hosting us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin T.

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

Sea salt cottage

Alot of small trash front yard. No curtains or privacy in kitchen and living room. had to wait for cleaning lady at check in. Cleaning lady was dropped off 1hr 10min before check out and was standing outside with her equipment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

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

Wonderful Experience at Sea Salt Cottage!!

Sea Salt Cottage is a fabulous house on a beautiful canal leading into the Atlantic Ocean. The pictures don't show all the beauty in this house. My family and I had a wonderful time staying here. We brought our boat along with us and the docking area was great with a cleaning station. There were beach chairs and a cooler for us to use also. The accommodation of this home is amazing. The kitchen is fully stocked with anything that is needed. The owner responded quickly to our questions. Our family truly enjoyed our stay at Sea Salt Cottage. We would surely rent Sea Salt Cottage on our next trip to the Keys. 5 Stars
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

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

Amazing vacation!

We had an absolutely wonderful vacation to the Keys with our 4 young children. The house was extremely clean and had everything we needed. Rhonda was a fantastic host and very helpful with suggestions on places to visit and things to do. The kids saw manatees each morning and loved swimming in the pool. As a family we went bridge fishing, saw sea turtles and manatees, participated in a dolphin encounter, day trip to Key West, snorkeled at Horseshoe Beach, relaxed on Sombrero Beach and enjoyed some delicious seafood. Publix and Winn Dixie are also close to the house. Overall this was our best family vacation so far! The house was perfect for our family and in the middle of the Keys so it was close to everything. We did not want to come home and can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023