You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort
The Dolphin houseboat has 1 Queen bed, 1 Queen sofa sleeper and 2 Twin beds in the loft. Each houseboat has flat-screen TVs with cable and complimentary WiFi. The kitchen features a refrigerator, stove-top, microwave, coffee maker, toaster and well-equipped kitchens. The sliding glass doors lead to back patio with an upper deck overlooking wonderful water views, The sliding glass doors lead to a back patio overlooking wonderful water views, with a half upper deck for gorgeous sunsets. located between Key Largo and Islamorada in Tavernier at Mile Marker 91.7 on the Bayside, in a protected tranquil oasis cove of Community Harbor, in the beautiful Florida Keys.
During your stay at this houseboat, you'll be within walking distance of Mariners Hospital. An outdoor pool is available.
Free WiFi
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
10 minutes by foot from Mariners Hospital and a 3-minute drive from Florida Keys Dive Center
This houseboat offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Tavernier houseboat is smoke free.
Property manager
Aqua Villas at Mangrove Marina Resort
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Coin laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Heated pool
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing 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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 600 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
House Boat
Waterfront Sunset View Aqua Villa Dolphin @ Mangrove Marina Resort Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 59 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 59 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Leslie H.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little house boat!
If you’re looking for a unique place to stay in the keys then don’t hesitate to book The Dolphin. It’s clean, has all the essentials and is close to some great snorkeling, diving, kayaking, fishing and restaurants! We loved spending time on the top deck of the house boat and even had a manatee visit us one afternoon! We look forward to staying here again!
Leslie H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
28 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place
Fun spot to stay for a few nights. Actually a little bit bigger inside than it looks in the pictures. Kids loved it.
Michael R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kellee M.
20 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
We enjoyed staying on a houseboat. Views for the Dolphin were beautiful.
Kellee M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather C., Huntsville, AL
15 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Floating House
Have you ever wanted to stay on a floating house? This is the perfect opportunity to try it! This little house had everything that my husband and I needed to enjoy our day trips to the other Keys.
We did enjoy sitting on the patios in the early mornings to enjoy the wonderful views. During the day, we went exploring to the other Keys for breakfast, shopping, stopped off at Bahia Honda Park for beach time and late lunches. In the evenings, the bar in the Marina was hopping with a fire pit and music. They did turn off the music around 11.
I do recommend having Dramamine on hand incase the winds pick up and it is rough. This only happened for a few hours one night, but I wish I had something to help me.
I highly recommend this for two adults and maybe smaller kids that could use the loft. If we go back to the Keys for vacation, we will definitely stay here again!
Heather C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Kathryn D., Rochester Hills
27 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and wonderful staff.
The Dolphin sits on the end corner of a pier. We had a view of boats coming and going A great view of several house boats parked across the bay. It was so relaxing. It was quiet, a slow time so not many other renters around us. And Key Largo and Tavernier were not congested The sunset was beautiful from the upper deck and the lower deck provided shade in the heat of the day. It was picturesque all day but especially as the moon was a beautiful backdrop of the boats in the marina. We spotted what looked like a white bottle cap and at closer inspection it was a tiny jelly fish. We also saw anemones that look like cauliflower from the lower deck. We checked out a few local restaurants hidden off the main road. We will debate be back to explore more of the keys.
Kathryn D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ethan M.
23 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice
Nice location and the staff was very helpful. We really enjoyed the sunsets from the upper deck.
Ethan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
6/10 Okay
Arlene J.
9 Jan 2024
Weather and traffic was terrible
Same as above
Arlene J.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jon Y.
21 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Very nice place, exactly as described.
Jon Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason v.
7 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
3-Day Weekend
Fun place to stay, great views and great home base for a 3-day weekend.
Jason v.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe A.
12 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay!
My wife and I started our honeymoon off staying in the Dolphin. It is a great place!! We loved every bit of it. The marina also has a tiki bar and food truck that has amazing food. We will definitely be back
Joe A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracy M.
18 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon Stay
My son and his bride stayed for their honeymoon. They said the view was spectacular! Sitting in the chairs at night looking at the stars. The glass bottom was awesome, always fish to see.
Check in was a breeze. When they checked out they were told the get a discount to come again. My son said they will be planning to come back!
Tracy M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
mark & melanie k.
13 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboat Experience
Nice place to relax on vacation. Nice friendly Working Boat Marina ..
A few hangers and a K-Cup coffee maker would be a plus plus.. Overall this spot is Solid!!!
mark & melanie k.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
17 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful boat house
Am adorable property, beautiful and serene.
Michael H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mimi O.
16 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
Everything was absolutely as described. The service, grounds and experience was wonderful!
Mimi O.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Philip V.
3 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A nice stay in a beautiful location
Spent a week on the boat and enjoyed our time. The view from the lower and upper deck was wonderful. Saw dolphin swim by one AM with coffee. Property clean. Bathroom adequate. Waves were worse first nite and wife felt seasick but rest of week was calm. Being at end of peer have more wide open feeling with better views. Much to do in area with good restaurants within 10-15 min drive.
Philip V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Audrey W.
9 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!
The houseboats are so much to stay in. Our grandchildren loved the roof top decks, and the lofts. They are extremely clean and comfortable. We’ll definitely be back.
Audrey W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Dr. Martin S.
24 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks a lot
Nice stay in the keys
Dr. Martin S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Deirdre O.
15 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection. Will be back!
We enjoyed our 4 nights and were sad to leave. Wish the bar was back up and running, then there'd be no reason to leave the marina.
Deirdre O.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie C.
7 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun experience on the houseboat
Great location and views, clean, peaceful sunsets over the water, Mike was very helpful, Lady in the marina very welcoming, Would love to return again!!!!
Bonnie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
David H.
1 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Bucket List checked!
We've been wanting to stay on a houseboat for years and finally did it! This was really great. Location was perfectly centered for all of our planned activities and some very good restaurants. It was comfortable and had very nice views, specially from the upper deck. You must remember it is a houseboat and not a Ritz. There is a little rocking when the wind is blowing. During one good blow I was walking to the kitchen and started wondering if my wife had secretly spiked my drink because I felt unsteady. Then I just laughed and remembered I was on a rocking boat. We will be booking again.
David H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Laura W.
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Getaway
We had a great time. The houseboat was perfect. There needs to be a better accommodation for hairdryers. 1 outlet in a room across the parking lot without air conditioning is inconvenient and a hassle. The shower rooms with outlets would have made this more tolerable and would have given 5 stars across the board.
Laura W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stacy B.
12 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house boat with a beautiful view
Perfect little getaway spot. Great location at the end of the dock with a wonderful view.
Stacy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
John K.
18 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The office staff were Superb
It was a great experience, EXACTLY what I wanted and expected 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
John K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Claire R.
12 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Everything u need for a stay. AC works GREAT! Love the upper and lower decks.
Claire R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Rebecca B.
3 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
The houseboat was wonderful and communication with the property manager was great. VRBO accurately described the property. We had a great time and would stay there again.