Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

3.9

Good(20 Reviews)

Cottage in Duck Key, FL

5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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About this cottage rental

Glamping on a small private island with panoramic views of the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean and your own sandy beach (a rarity in the Keys) is a special experience for fishermen, bird watchers, and nature lovers.

Glamping means different things to different people – from a nice tent in the woods with a shared bathroom to a an canvas palace in Africa. Our Floridian definition is a whitewashed cabin perched on a high platform with some pink, blue or green accents, an outdoor shower, and a couple of simple private indoor bathrooms and a basic kitchen. Being Florida, we of course need air conditioning. But what sets us apart is the location in the uncrowded middle Keys, the nature, and yes… that turquoise water in every direction.

Our island is a unique paradise, surrounded by swimmable ocean, fishing spots, and a nature walk along our peninsula that juts out further into the ocean and leads to a dolphin pool (former home to Flipper!) Our island is separated from the Overseas Highway by a private causeway, offering an exclusive experience. We have kayaks and paddle boards for you to explore the calm reef-protected waters surrounding the island. You will also have a fresh-water swimming pool, a boat basin, and a boat launch.

Our Little Conch Island is not just a secluded paradise, but also conveniently located. It's a short distance from the Marathon Airport, the Dolphin Research Center, a water skiing facility, and the numerous restaurants, grocery stores, and gift shops between Marathon and Islamorada. A bike path is just over our causeway, the 7-mile Bridge is 20 minutes away, and Key West is just over an hour away.

The Florida Keys is a magical place with some of the best fishing, boating, and reef diving anywhere in the world. The glamping cabins of Little Conch Key are the perfect place from which to explore – being near everything you would want, yet a world away.

Our property is a beautiful destination and professionally managed by Casa Luxora. This ensures that your stay will be smooth and enjoyable, allowing you to focus on the beauty and tranquility of our island, and the surrounding waters and nature.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Duck Key, FL

Nearby attractions

Seven Mile Bridge

27.6 mi

Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters

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Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

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3.9

Good(20 Reviews)

Cottage in Duck Key, FL

5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Duck Key, FL

Nearby attractions

Seven Mile Bridge

27.6 mi

Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters

Reviews

3.9

Good(20 Reviews)

2.0

Jun 2024

First, the good.The location was outstanding if you want to get away from the crowds.The cabin is located on a beach on a private island.The beach is on a shallow bay with a nice view of the ocean.It is not swimmable due to muddy bottom and seaweed. Communication from the host was good. The kayaks were serviceable.The cabin itself is another story. If you have read the other reviews you have seen the issues. The deck and stairs have peeling paint and both have loose boards,bad enough to be a hazard. The shower in the hallway bathroom did not work. None of the doors opened and closed properly. The door from the king bedroom to the front balcony would not open at all. Hot water ran out during my wife’s shower most nights. There is no dresser or any drawers in the bedrooms. Vanity space in both bathrooms is very limited.The place was filthy. The pool was green when we arrived on a Sunday. We texted the host who told us it would be addressed the next day. It was still green when we left on Friday. Apparently there is no chlorine in the water. This was a promised amenity that was unavailable to us.The sheets on the king bed were dirty.The host had clean sheets sent the next day.There is mildew on the shower curtains.The bedroom ceiling fan had so much dust on it we were afraid to use it because it would spread the dust. When I brought the issues to the host’s attention he replied that they were aware of the problems and were trying to improve them.

4.0

Apr 2024

This is the best possible location.Very quiet; very beachy with no real distractions. Three homes are on this little sand bar immediately off of the Overseas Hwy. The home itself is not terribly impressive, but that was not why we were there. One of the showers would not work for us, but we were assured that we just had not pulled it hard enough in the wrong direction to get it to work. There are no real flush fittings in the house, but it has the comfortable feel of an old Florida beach house that will be in a constant state of wear-and-tear. Except that the pull-out futon was not comfortable at all. If I was going to stay longer, we would have probably invested in an air mattress.

3.0

Mar 2024

This property was really run down. The deck was rotted. Definitely needed flip flops on it. The dishwasher didn’t clean so we washed by hand. The grill is an old fashioned brickett one. We had cockroaches and a rat in the house. Kayaks were older. One had no plugs and oars were broken. On request he had two others brought in. On the upside, it was freshly painted inside and bedrooms were comfortable. Nice hot showers. And location was great. Ocean front Host was great and checkin and out was painless.

2.0

Dec 2023

There are 3 cottages on this property. We stayed in the middle one. The only good thing about this property is the beach/waterfront. Otherwise it reminded me of living in a college apartment. Thick dust on all of the ceiling fans/light fixtures. Stains on towels and bedspread. Couch sags/very uncomfortable. And the pull-out mattress was horrible. Even when placed on the floor. Bathroom ceiling fan rattles. Other bathroom has plywood for flooring. We are all sore from a week spent in uncomfortable beds with no comfortable chairs either. We spent as little time as possible inside the cottage. That said, we enjoyed the kayaks around the mangroves and time at the little beach. We didn’t have a boat but the boat slip looked to be in good condition with a nice deck as well as a covered pavilion nearby. We chose to stay here to save some $ by cooking our own meals. Kitchen was barely functional-again, like a college apartment in regards to pots/pans/knives/utensils/dishes. The dishwasher works but tries to tip forward. I would not stay here again despite the location.

5.0

Oct 2023

A beautiful, little beach with only three cottages made for a perfect family getaway. We felt like we had our own little island in the old Florida Keys. Authentic, beachy, unpretentious. Just what we wanted and needed.

5.0

Sep 2023

While the house is in need of a few cosmetic updates, it was clean and comfortable. The kayaks are all in need of repair, but we didn't use them much anyway. The island itself...totally worth it. Little Conch island is beautiful, quiet and very biologically diverse. We were lucky enough to have the island to ourselves for a few days and it was Paradise. If you're a lover of nature and peaceful quiet, this is the place.

3.0

Jul 2023

The location was great as were the water amenities. The view and the location were great. The house left a little to be desired. We had roaches and ants on different occasions. And the maintenance needs upgrades, the hall bathroom floor sags and the deck boards are a trip hazard.

5.0

Jun 2023

We stayed there 6 nights and had the whole property to ourselfs for the first 2 nights. Great location as it was only about a 5 minute drive into Marathon, 20 minute drive to Islamorada, and a little under an hour to Key West. Nice pool, nice little private beach area, and boat ramp/dock. The house was older and needs a little tlc but all in all it was clean and everything worked as it should and had everything we needed except toilet paper. We had a great time staying there and would definately stay there again.

1.0

Jun 2023

Looked great in pics, toilets plugged, no hot shower in 2nd bathroom, 2 huge cockroaches cause the doors wouldnt close rite and wouldnt lock, stairs unsafe, no porch light and husband fell going down stairs at night, pool was green when we arrived, pool side had no umbrella, private beach was trashed out. Only thing that worked rite was the air conditioning thankfully Was not worth what I paid!!

2.0

Apr 2023

We wouldn’t be able to stay again. These would be our must haves… sun blocking window treatments, morning sun made it unbearable. Need a bedroom TV, need dresser or shelves in bedroom/closet for clothes, need some bathroom storage/shelves, need a light under unit to BBQ. It would also be nice if the place was a bit more cared for… pool was not well cared for. Under units and beach are very cluttered. We have a long history of staying at Conch Key Cottages. We feel terrible we can no longer feel comfortable there.

4.0

Apr 2023

This property was just as listed and expected. The owner was extremely responsive and timely with all communication. The location is great as it’s a midpoint between the keys. The beach area was great for the kids to play on the sand and wade in the water. We also took advantage of the kayaks and paddleboards, it was great that life vests were available for the kids. The pool was perfectly refreshing. The kitchen was furnished with plenty of utensils/dishes/silverware and even coffee! There were enough soaps/shampoo for our 3 night stay. Check-in and out couldn’t be easier

1.0

Feb 2023

We were supposed to be in the middle cottage. We got there and it was dark. I almost fell going up the steps due to no outside lights. We get in and the bathroom floor felt like it was going to collapse. This place is very outdated. We didn’t even stay one night. We left and informed our host that we did not stay and they said that they would talk to their partners and get back to me. It’s been almost 2 weeks and no word. So we are out the large amount of money we paid, but didn’t even stay. That is so poor business. Don’t deal with these people.

5.0

Feb 2023

The home is a bit dated, but it was perfect for our needs! Great view of the water, close to food and activities, and nice and quiet! I would stay here again.

5.0

Feb 2023

With the hustle and bustle of the Keys it was wonderful to pull into this private feeling Island. It was so quite and relaxing sitting on the porch watching the waves and all the birds. House was exactly as listed. You can tell they are doing renovations to update the home. It was a very nice home to stay in for our trip to the Keys. I would recommend this home for anyone wanting to avoid the city and have a piece of nature to yourself.

5.0

Jan 2023

It was a great experience especially with nice owners accommodating all needs we had at any time.

4.0

Dec 2022

Had an great time laid back relaxing time. Most beautiful view of the ocean

5.0

Sep 2022

Quiet and Secluded. Great Amenities

5.0

Jul 2022

The Hidden Gem

The Hidden Gem

This is a perfect getaway location with everything you need within minutes. I will be back. Thank you

4.0

Jun 2022

Good Budget Condo

Good Budget Condo

I would say this is a good budget condo. It is not as expensive as many other places that we looked at but also it needs a lot of upgrades and some TLC. It has a nice pool, nice private beach with the condo's about 100 feet from the water. The condo itself needs a lot of work. Doors don't fit well so they are hard to open and close. They need to install toilet paper holders, hand towel holders by the since, add some additional storage around the toilet so you can put your toiletries etc. Overall, it is a good place to stay for the money. If you are looking for something really nice, this is not your place. If you want to have a pool close by, fishing off a dock, a place to pick up passengers in a boat, this is a good place. Also the location is nice if you want to fish off the bridge which is only about 1/4 mile walk away.

5.0

May 2022

Peace and tranquility

Peace and tranquility

There are three older cottages and two larger newer houses that share a private beach. The location is about a 15 minute drive from Marathon. Kayaks were available. We were able to pretty much have the beach to ourselves the first day there. Weather was great. We were an hour twenty from Key West. So we drove down and did our sight seeing. The owners were very responsive. We would definitely book again!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Duck Key?

The average price for a rental in Duck Key is $743 per night. This rental is $93 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!. Enjoy the water!

Is Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool! pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

Cottage in Duck Key, FL

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About this cottage rental

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Map of Duck Key, FL

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Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool!

Cottage in Duck Key, FL

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Duck Key, FL

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Duck Key?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Quaint Glamping Cottage on Private Island, Sandy Beach with Freshwater Pool! pet friendly?

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