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Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer

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Palm Breeze - Villa 5030, a waterfront retreat with nautical-inspired design elements and plenty of natural light. Enjoy leisurely afternoons fishing from the shoreline or paddleboarding in the nearby waters; then savor sunset views from your patio or balcony.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 672 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

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

Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer

Palm Breeze - Villa 5030

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Escape to this waterfront, two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath Duck Key villa boasting breathtaking sunset views from your patio and balcony! This two-story end unit features nautical-inspired design elements paired with lots of natural light and privacy. Pick up a local fishing kit or bring your own, then spend leisurely afternoons fishing from the shoreline, right outside your door! You’ll also enjoy the provided kayak and paddleboard (life jackets are included as well). You can easily access nearby fishing charters, boat rentals, diving, Dolphin Connection, and excellent restaurants on the 568-acre island.

Sprawl out in the living room and enjoy a movie on the 50-inch TV. An additional armchair offers a relaxing seat with waterfront views. Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances shine in the well-equipped kitchen. Sip morning coffee at the breakfast bar and share meals at a dining table. This condo includes two bedrooms for your enjoyment. Upstairs, the main bedroom is equipped with a 26-inch TV and a closet. Wake up and breathe in the fresh ocean air from your second-story balcony overlooking the aquamarine water. A 26-inch TV and a closet are found in the second bedroom. Both bedrooms share a bathroom with a tub/shower combination. The half-bath is located on the main floor.

Sliding glass doors open to the patio, complete with a bistro table, chairs, and a ceiling fan for warm evenings. The main bedroom includes a second-story balcony overlooking the clear water. Take in spectacular sunset views from the comfort of your own home and watch as the Florida sun dips below the water and the clear blue skies turn blazing red. Extra perks include free WiFi and a washer/dryer.

Explore the awe-inspiring Seven Mile Bridge, go fishing or kayak around Curry Hammock State Park, and check out the Dolphin Research Center where you can learn about the marine ecosystem and swim with dolphins. At sunset, head over to the Marina to pick up the catch of the day from fishermen and dine on home-cooked fresh fish. You can even make reservations at Angler and Ale for local seafood, and enjoy casual fare at the nearby Island Fish Company.

THINGS TO KNOW
Please keep in mind there is no cable at this unit. Smart TVs only
This is an individually owned villa and is not associated with Hawks Cay Resort. Your reservation is not through Hawks Cay Resort, therefore, you do not have access to some amenities offered by Hawks Cay Resort (including all resort pools). It is your responsibility as our guest to determine what if any Hawks Cay Resort amenities are available to you. A daily resort fee for access to Hawks Cay Resort amenities is not offered by Hawks Cay Resort.
As a guest of this vacation rental, you can enjoy access to Angler & Ale, Sixty-One Prime, Dolphin Connection (with pre-purchased tickets/must purchase prior to being inside the resort), Calm Waters Spa, Duck Key Marina, and fishing charters at the Marina).

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 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

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 780 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

58828

About the neighborhood

Located in Marathon, this villa is in the city center and on the beach. Keys Cable Park and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Marathon travel guide
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Duck Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Curry Hammock State Park showing a bay or harbor and a beach
    Curry Hammock State Park
    4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Dolphin Research Center showing a statue or sculpture and signage
    Dolphin Research Center
    6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Little Conch Key
    3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Walkers Island
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Keys Cable Park
    5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Georgie’s Coffee
    3 min drive
  • Tiki Grill
    7 min walk
  • Angler & Ale
    5 min walk
  • Lick It Bbq & Woodfire Pizza
    6 min drive
  • The Wreck Galley & Grill
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer located?

Located in Marathon, this beachfront villa is in the city center and within 2 mi (3 km) of Little Conch Key, Curry Hammock State Park, and Walkers Island. Keys Cable Park is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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Waterfront retreat with balcony views, kayak, SUP, central AC & washer/dryer Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Peaceful and beautiful location

Great stay. The location was perfect and the sunsets were gorgeous.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Great place to stay

This was a great place to stay away from the business but close enough to Marathon to go to dinner or activities. The condo was cozy and had a great sunset view. Will definitely look at this place again if we return to the Keys.
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Great Place

This place was great! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Betty A.

Duck Key Sunset Village

The Views were amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

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

Duck Key

Enjoyed stay, nice view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

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

Beautiful sunsets

The property was a advertised and we enjoyed the property and location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Supreet M.

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

Beautiful Location

This house is at the perfect location. We love our stay to be away from all the holiday crowd and at scenic locations. This house is the right match. Would highly recommend and would love to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa P.

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

Birthday Celebrations

Was clean and comfortable. Only mirrors are in the bathroom with very little vanity space. They answered every call. Blinds moved very hard or didn’t. Very enjoyable stay. Loved sitting on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa H.

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

Keys vacation

Was what we were looking for. Not super fancy, but comfortable, and right next to the water, which is what we wanted. Central location for us to visit different keys during our stay. Wish they had bikes but they did have other things. Used the kitchen and washer/dryer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Brittany S.

Merry Christmas from Duck Key

Property was very quiet and clean. Exactly what we needed for our Christmas trip. Kids loved it wife loved it. I loved it
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8/10 Good

Tammy L.

Quaint little getaway!

This place was pretty nice. It was on the water, we didn't catch many fish but saw quite a few. It lacked in cleanliness a bit but we had a good time. I'd stay here again maybe try another unit on that drive as well. The stairs were a bit steep to the 2nd floor. It was decorated nicely as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Duck Key

Overall nice clean place to stay. Bed and pillow were great. Washer and dryer unit was not working, they did call to tell us that as we were checking in, though. Fortunately, we had packed enough clothes and they were nice enough to reimburse us for not having the unit during the entire stay. Location is good for people who are in the middle of the keys and are exploring either north or south.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

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

Very nice stay

The house offered us no surprises upon arrival and during our stay. It was clean and airy. The air conditioning worked well. We did not use the microwave or oven. We did store a few things in the refrigerator and it worked perfectly along with the freezer. The grounds were nicely kept! All in all...my wife and I found the house comfortable and inviting.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Michael J.

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

Nice unit

Mattress in second bedroom needs to be replaced. The center of the bed sunk in. Other than that, the unit was clean and comfortable with a beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Timothy S.

Quack Duck Key Escape

Area is beautiful. Water out front was perfect. We saw dolphins. Sea turtles right there. House was great. Having kayaks and SUP was also nice. House itself was basic in terms of decorations But who wants to stay inside at Duck Key? Vacasa staff was great. Helped fix a door. Found our iPods after we left and sent them back to our home address. Overall a positive stay. If Owners tried a little more in the Interior decorating ot would be five star. But we had a great time.

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

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

A Cozy New Years Eve in Duck Key

This was our first time staying at this property and our first time staying in Duck Key. The property was as advertised. Very clean. We very much enjoyed sitting on the balcony and watching the sunset. It is the PRIME sunset spot in the community. Loved the neighborhood walkability and the close restaurant the evening we returned too late to go elsewhere. We were able to view fireworks on New Years Eve from several places on the property. Only drawback to mention is the second bedroom is somewhat small. We had an adult couple sleeping there and it was a bit tight. All in all a great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Doesn't look like the pictures

We looked the look for this property but where quite disappointed. The bathroom ceiling had paint flaking of it. The hall way upstairs had a large brown mark on the ceiling from a leak. The house is a bit old and tired. We couldn't get in our parking spaces as other cars parked there. The location is fabulous and the sunset view was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Senae S.

Comfortable, nice

The house was nice and comfortable, and we enjoyed our stay. The location is great- about midway between Key West and Key Largo, and we did day trips to both for snorkeling and exploring. The water outside the house was the most beautiful teal color, and I saw a green heron and lots of jellyfish while paddleboarding. The emails I received leading up to the trip made me very worried about the check in process, stating I’d need paperwork (I didn’t receive) to show a security guard. I spoke to someone on check in day and she assured me I wouldn’t have to go through a security guard and would be all set just with the code that was sent via text, and this was true. Getting into the house was simple. I appreciate that parking is included.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Craig W.

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

Great location but condo needs to be updated.

Second time in the condo complex and we love the location. The condo shows serious signs of wear and needs some updating. For instance, the kitchen cabinets wouldn't stay shut and were quite scratched and worn.The handle on the downstairs bathroom was broken and we had to reach in the tank to pull the flapper chain with each use. Some of the walls and room moulding were scuffed and in need of attention.Overall, the condo was comfortable, easy to access and has a nice water view. However, unless it were updated, we wouldn't stay there again.One note on Vacasa, who manages the property: their communication with me was rather frustrating. I filled out all the required information online, which was verified by the "owner." However, I must have received at least 7 emails requesting that I complete a form from Dropbox before check-in. I kept checking with the owner to make sure I hadn't skipped a required form, but was assured twice that everything was in order. But these reminder emails kept arriving, which was disconcerting. I suggest that Vacasa tighten up their communication process so everyone is on the same page.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew G.

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

Nice Vacation Home

This area is great and the homes are nice with ample room and all the things you need. The good parts are the views are amazing, kitchen is nicely stocked, beds are comfy, no bugs, nice pillows and nice decor. If your looking for just a nice house to stay at this is a great spot. There were only a few minor issues with the space, the dish washer did not work, after 3 days of trying I somehow got it to run once. I had seen this issue on previous reviews so it gave me some concern that this was a big management company rather than a individual owner. It took a few days to get back to me using the messaging service. Outside of the main door and the sliding glass doors, every window was painted shut. Every screen door had taken a real beating and was tough to close and had tears in them. I have been going to hawks kay for the last 20 years, and it is one of the more expensive places to stay in the keys. At the same time it is well worth it, as the amenities with the resort are amazing. I had stayed in these exact units before, so when the resort was booked I looked at VBRO. The issue I did not see was the fine print, its on the hawks kay property, but the listing is Duck Key, and when you go into the review you then realize your renting a house only. No use of either pools (or the one by the house), no gym, no kids area. If I had never gone to Hawks kay this would be just a house to stay at, but since I have and the cost difference was so minimal, I would opt to pay a little
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Great place!

We loved our stay. Very nice and peaceful.

6/10 Okay

Ana R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location

Beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

leo mims M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Has bed bugs
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Monica R.

Great condo

Great location, loved being in the end unit so you don’t have neighbors on both sides.

10/10 Excellent

Levi H.

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

Amazing Honeymoon

My wife and I loved staying here for our honeymoon. Great location and amazing views.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023