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We had a fantastic week staying here with friends. Home is beautifully decorated and very well cared for. Had delicious steaks on the grill in the back yard that is setup great! Lots of room for parking. You wont find nicer owners then Darrell & Jackie!! Thanks to both of them for making our week perfect!! We will be back! :)

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Every year we visit the Florida Keys at least once. This year was speacial because we didn’t felt like we was away from our home in New York. It was so clean with all you can ask for. The decor makes you feel right at home literally. It was in the middle of all attractions and amenities you need. Very easy to find right of Overseas Highway. My family looked forward to spending a peaceful evening after a long adventurous days from the Everglades to Key West !!!! Oh did I mention it was very very clean. Lol. Thank you for opening your lovely home for us to stay. We are back home in New York and our stay is all we can talk about. When ever you leave your home to vacation somewhere else you want to feel at home and that what the Ratliff’s gave us. Peace of mind. We will return next year no questions about that. See you next year.!!!!!

Every year we visit the Florida Keys at least once. This year was speacial because we didn’t felt like we was away from our home in New York. It was so clean with all you can ask for. The decor makes you feel right at home literally. It was in the middle of all attractions and amenities you need. Very easy to find right of Overseas Highway. My family looked forward to spending a peaceful evening after a long adventurous days from the Everglades to Key West !!!! Oh did I mention it was very very clean. Lol. Thank you for opening your lovely home for us to stay. We are back home in New York and our stay is all we can talk about. When ever you leave your home to vacation somewhere else you want to feel at home and that what the Ratliff’s gave us. Peace of mind. We will return next year no questions about that. See you next year.!!!!!

We stayed in Jackie's and Darrel's house over the Christmas break 2017/2018. Very nice house, the owners supplied us literally with everything we could need including some groceries! It was really nice! We had a great time Kayaking the mangroves and lakes. The place to put in kayaks was just across the street at the neighbor's dock. The neighborhood was safe and everyone was very friendly and helpful. We would gladly come back and recommend this house to any of our friends!

We stayed in Jackie's and Darrel's house over the Christmas break 2017/2018. Very nice house, the owners supplied us literally with everything we could need including some groceries! It was really nice! We had a great time Kayaking the mangroves and lakes. The place to put in kayaks was just across the street at the neighbor's dock. The neighborhood was safe and everyone was very friendly and helpful. We would gladly come back and recommend this house to any of our friends!

Awesome trip! We didn't spend a lot of time home, as we were out exploring and traveling the Keys during our stay, but the time we did spend at the rental was great. We enjoyed going on bike rides as well as kayaking the mangroves. I didn't realize the neighborhood was right up against John Pennecamp Park until we met a neighbor who filled us in while we were on the water. Beautiful setting and amazing amenities.

We rented this house from Mid-December to end of February, 2016. It was easy to settle in and decide we were at home. As others have said, the house layout makes it feel larger than expected. The beds are very comfortable. The second queen bedroom is separate from the others and was perfect for a room for my friend's visit. Nice size bathrooms. Nicely laid out kitchen. My husband likes to cook and he had all the utensils and pots, pans & appliances he needed to cook fresh fish from Key Largo Fisheries. The location is quiet. The neighbors are very nice - and most days are away working. It is only a couple of blocks to the owners' park, where you can put in the kayaks. We enjoyed kayaking in the mangroves so much, we bought one to take home. The mangroves and Largo Sound were great for fishing. The bicycles were a nice bonus. We did bike to Pennekamp State Park and north on Overseas Highway to have lunch at the Buzzards Roost or go to the Botanical Gardens (great walk). The walking path along Overseas Highway was great for running or walking. The back yard of this house is an entire living area. There is a very nice picnic area with a chiminea to enjoy evening fires. Wifi and Satellite TV are included. I can't say enough good things about this house.

We rented this house from Mid-December to end of February, 2016. It was easy to settle in and decide we were at home. As others have said, the house layout makes it feel larger than expected. The beds are very comfortable. The second queen bedroom is separate from the others and was perfect for a room for my friend's visit. Nice size bathrooms. Nicely laid out kitchen. My husband likes to cook and he had all the utensils and pots, pans & appliances he needed to cook fresh fish from Key Largo Fisheries. The location is quiet. The neighbors are very nice - and most days are away working. It is only a couple of blocks to the owners' park, where you can put in the kayaks. We enjoyed kayaking in the mangroves so much, we bought one to take home. The mangroves and Largo Sound were great for fishing. The bicycles were a nice bonus. We did bike to Pennekamp State Park and north on Overseas Highway to have lunch at the Buzzards Roost or go to the Botanical Gardens (great walk). The walking path along Overseas Highway was great for running or walking. The back yard of this house is an entire living area. There is a very nice picnic area with a chiminea to enjoy evening fires. Wifi and Satellite TV are included. I can't say enough good things about this house.

Our family of 5 stayed here the week just before Thanksgiving 2015. It was just WONDERFUL! We have 2 girls, 7 and 10 and my 80 year old mom along with my husband and myself. The home was more than we could have asked for and we can't wait to go back. We had all the amenities such as Wifi, Cable/Satellite TV, Movies, Games and toys in the kids rooms. Since we knew that there was a full kitchen, we bought some groceries at the nearby Winn-Dixie (Publix isn't far either) on our way in. Of course, we didn't think of EVERYthing. For example, we wanted to warm up something in the microwave without making a mess - but had not bought Saran Wrap - there was already some there. There were several other household staples that were thankfully, available and helped us not only enjoy but saved the cost and time of running back and forth to the store. Everything from a cooking spices, mustard, miracle whip AND Hellman's. Those small things really made a difference and helped make the stay a real vacation for us. Our girls really enjoyed riding the bikes. We didn't get to go kayaking this time but we hope to next time. The location is also wonderful as Key West and Miami are easily accessible (well as easy as traffic allows). We visited Key West, Islamorada and Schnebley's Winery in Miami. This was far better than even the luxury resorts that we have stayed at before.

Our family of 5 stayed here the week just before Thanksgiving 2015. It was just WONDERFUL! We have 2 girls, 7 and 10 and my 80 year old mom along with my husband and myself. The home was more than we could have asked for and we can't wait to go back. We had all the amenities such as Wifi, Cable/Satellite TV, Movies, Games and toys in the kids rooms. Since we knew that there was a full kitchen, we bought some groceries at the nearby Winn-Dixie (Publix isn't far either) on our way in. Of course, we didn't think of EVERYthing. For example, we wanted to warm up something in the microwave without making a mess - but had not bought Saran Wrap - there was already some there. There were several other household staples that were thankfully, available and helped us not only enjoy but saved the cost and time of running back and forth to the store. Everything from a cooking spices, mustard, miracle whip AND Hellman's. Those small things really made a difference and helped make the stay a real vacation for us. Our girls really enjoyed riding the bikes. We didn't get to go kayaking this time but we hope to next time. The location is also wonderful as Key West and Miami are easily accessible (well as easy as traffic allows). We visited Key West, Islamorada and Schnebley's Winery in Miami. This was far better than even the luxury resorts that we have stayed at before.

Based on a recommendation from my son's fiancée we rented the Key Largo house for our family vacation. This house is way more than you will find in just any rental place. It is more like you have just "borrowed" someone's home. In addition to the snorkel equipment, kayaks, bikes and awesome patio there were beach towels and a stocked pantry (including coffee!) Everything was exceptionally clean, high end and decorated with an overall beach/keys type décor. I couldn't have asked for any better accommodations and the price was very competitive with other places I had checked that weren't near as nice. Jackie was great to work with and accommodated our dates, the number of children we have and even a last minute pet that we didn't anticipate having with us! We rented a reef boat for 3 days and had an awesome time going snorkeling (my first time) on the beautiful reefs and letting the kids play in the clear water. The weather was very hot (after all it was July/Aug) but we stayed in the water a lot with lots of sunscreen on. We really had a good time and I would highly recommend this place!

What a wonderful time in the Florida Keys and an incredible house to come back to every night!! The listing was to the point on how the home is described and pictured. Everything is VERY well taken care of and the owners are AMAZING to work with. The Keys are full of things to do and see and lots of wonderful places to eat! Our favorite was the Friday night all you can eat fish at The Hideout located close to the home. If you are interested in Jet Skiing find Bruce at the Big Chill, good prices and he is full of information, wish we had found him sooner!! I now understand why my father-in-law does not want to return to Ohio....the Island life what a beautiful place to be! We will return for sure and thanks Darrell and Jackie for sharing your home with us.

We had a terrific time in the Florida Keys! Darrell and Jackie's house was amazing! The house was beautifully decorated and impeccably clean. It was also very well stocked. The yard was lovely and completely private. It was so nice coming back to this house after a long day of fun and sun and just relax. We are a family of four and had plenty of room. We were fortunate enough to meet Jackie on our way out. What a lovely person

We had a terrific time in the Florida Keys! Darrell and Jackie's house was amazing! The house was beautifully decorated and impeccably clean. It was also very well stocked. The yard was lovely and completely private. It was so nice coming back to this house after a long day of fun and sun and just relax. We are a family of four and had plenty of room. We were fortunate enough to meet Jackie on our way out. What a lovely person

This "home" was all it was advertised to be. Attention to tiny details were amazing. Really could have gotten away with one less suitcase for all the amenities that were provided. (soaps, canned goods, even something for my heartburn)Had the pleasure of meeting Jackie on our arrival. The house was immaculate, comfy and a quiet neighborhood. We especially enjoyed sitting outside for relaxing. Made use of the kayaks and bikes. Some of the best meals I've had in ages were at the local restaurants. Would return but waited too long to make the reservation.

This "home" was all it was advertised to be. Attention to tiny details were amazing. Really could have gotten away with one less suitcase for all the amenities that were provided. (soaps, canned goods, even something for my heartburn)Had the pleasure of meeting Jackie on our arrival. The house was immaculate, comfy and a quiet neighborhood. We especially enjoyed sitting outside for relaxing. Made use of the kayaks and bikes. Some of the best meals I've had in ages were at the local restaurants. Would return but waited too long to make the reservation.

Thanks Jackie and Darrell. Your home is fantastic and the neighbors were inviting. We had a blast in the waterways nearby and the boat ramp is convenient and close. The super markets and restaurants are nearby with so many activities to allure you away, we had more fun at the house than going out. Load up the fridge and enjoy the backyard grill and amenities. We will be back again very soon!

Thanks Jackie and Darrell. Your home is fantastic and the neighbors were inviting. We had a blast in the waterways nearby and the boat ramp is convenient and close. The super markets and restaurants are nearby with so many activities to allure you away, we had more fun at the house than going out. Load up the fridge and enjoy the backyard grill and amenities. We will be back again very soon!

WE FOUND THIS LITTLE TREASURE ON VRBO BY TYPING IN RENTALS WITH BICYCLES. ONCE DECIDED, THE PROCESS WENT SMOOTH. JACKIE WAS VERY FRIENDLY WHEN WE SPOKE AND DARRELL WAS QUICK TO PROVIDE DETAILS VIA E-MAIL. ALL TRANSACTIONS WERE TIMELY. SO BEGINS OUR TRIP SOUTH WITH TWO OF OUR GRAND KIDS...UPON OUR ARRIVAL, WE WERE ALL SO SURPRISED TO FIND SUCH AN IMMACULATE AND WELCOMING HOME. IT WAS IMMEDIATELY APPARENT THAT DARRELL AND JACKIE LOVED THIS HOME AND WANTED OTHERS TO FEEL THE SAME (AND WE DID!). CHECKING THE PLACE OUT BEFORE UNLOADING, THE KIDS FOUND SNACKS IN THE PANTRY AND WE ADULTS WERE HAPPY TO FIND A COUPLE OF "COLD ONES" LEFT IN THE FRIDGE "JUST FOR WEARY TRAVELERS." AT THAT MOMENT WE KNEW GOOD TIMES WERE AHEAD! I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH ABOUT THE UP TO DATE & WELL STOCKED KITCHEN, IT HAD ANY EXTRAS YOU WOULD NEED & THEN SOME! THE HOUSE WAS VERY CLEAN, HAD NICE FURNITURE AND WAS WELL STOCKED WITH ESSENTIALS. I REALLY LIKED THE PHOTOS OF THE FAMILY IN THE HALLWAY. THE BEDROOMS WERE PERFECT FOR OUR FAMILY; OUR GRANDSON 11, LOVED THE VIDEO GAMES IN THE TWIN ROOM & OUR GRANDDAUGHTER 13, LOVED THE PRIVACY AND DECOR OF HER ROOM. THE MASTER BED WAS COMFORTABLE & QUITE. ONTO THE OUTSIDE...WOW!!! WE LOVED EVERY MINUTE OUTDOORS! THE SPACE WAS PRIVATE & WELL DESIGNED. (LOVED THE DECOR & THE LIZARDS!) THE NEIGHBORHOOD WAS QUITE WITH VERY LITTLE TRAFFIC. THE BIKES WERE USED FREQUENTLY BY ALL OF US. WE RODE TO SEE THE SUNSET EVERYDAY :) NOTHING LIKE SEEING THE LOOK ON A CHILDS FACE WHEN THEY REALIZE WHAT BEAUTY OUR AWESOME GOD PROVIDES IN A SUNSET ON THE OCEAN!! IT WAS FUN TO TRY OUT THE KAYAKS TOO. HUSBAND SNORKELED IN KEY WEST WHILE WE ENJOYED THE TOP OF THE BEAUTIFUL CLEAR WATER. VISITED FORT, BIRD SANCTUARY,TARPON FEEDING & PARKS IN AREA (ALL ENJOYABLE). GOOD MEMORIES WERE MADE AND WE WOULD MOST DEFINITELY RENT THIS HOME AGAIN. THANK YOU DARRELL AND JACKIE FOR SHARING YOUR LITTLE PIECE OF PARADISE. SINCERELY, THE AYERS FAMILY

WE FOUND THIS LITTLE TREASURE ON VRBO BY TYPING IN RENTALS WITH BICYCLES. ONCE DECIDED, THE PROCESS WENT SMOOTH. JACKIE WAS VERY FRIENDLY WHEN WE SPOKE AND DARRELL WAS QUICK TO PROVIDE DETAILS VIA E-MAIL. ALL TRANSACTIONS WERE TIMELY. SO BEGINS OUR TRIP SOUTH WITH TWO OF OUR GRAND KIDS...UPON OUR ARRIVAL, WE WERE ALL SO SURPRISED TO FIND SUCH AN IMMACULATE AND WELCOMING HOME. IT WAS IMMEDIATELY APPARENT THAT DARRELL AND JACKIE LOVED THIS HOME AND WANTED OTHERS TO FEEL THE SAME (AND WE DID!). CHECKING THE PLACE OUT BEFORE UNLOADING, THE KIDS FOUND SNACKS IN THE PANTRY AND WE ADULTS WERE HAPPY TO FIND A COUPLE OF "COLD ONES" LEFT IN THE FRIDGE "JUST FOR WEARY TRAVELERS." AT THAT MOMENT WE KNEW GOOD TIMES WERE AHEAD! I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH ABOUT THE UP TO DATE & WELL STOCKED KITCHEN, IT HAD ANY EXTRAS YOU WOULD NEED & THEN SOME! THE HOUSE WAS VERY CLEAN, HAD NICE FURNITURE AND WAS WELL STOCKED WITH ESSENTIALS. I REALLY LIKED THE PHOTOS OF THE FAMILY IN THE HALLWAY. THE BEDROOMS WERE PERFECT FOR OUR FAMILY; OUR GRANDSON 11, LOVED THE VIDEO GAMES IN THE TWIN ROOM & OUR GRANDDAUGHTER 13, LOVED THE PRIVACY AND DECOR OF HER ROOM. THE MASTER BED WAS COMFORTABLE & QUITE. ONTO THE OUTSIDE...WOW!!! WE LOVED EVERY MINUTE OUTDOORS! THE SPACE WAS PRIVATE & WELL DESIGNED. (LOVED THE DECOR & THE LIZARDS!) THE NEIGHBORHOOD WAS QUITE WITH VERY LITTLE TRAFFIC. THE BIKES WERE USED FREQUENTLY BY ALL OF US. WE RODE TO SEE THE SUNSET EVERYDAY :) NOTHING LIKE SEEING THE LOOK ON A CHILDS FACE WHEN THEY REALIZE WHAT BEAUTY OUR AWESOME GOD PROVIDES IN A SUNSET ON THE OCEAN!! IT WAS FUN TO TRY OUT THE KAYAKS TOO. HUSBAND SNORKELED IN KEY WEST WHILE WE ENJOYED THE TOP OF THE BEAUTIFUL CLEAR WATER. VISITED FORT, BIRD SANCTUARY,TARPON FEEDING & PARKS IN AREA (ALL ENJOYABLE). GOOD MEMORIES WERE MADE AND WE WOULD MOST DEFINITELY RENT THIS HOME AGAIN. THANK YOU DARRELL AND JACKIE FOR SHARING YOUR LITTLE PIECE OF PARADISE. SINCERELY, THE AYERS FAMILY

Everything about our experience at this beautiful home was excellent. Darrell and Jackie were friendly and helpful and sent us ideas for our visit long before we arrived. Beautiful, immaculate home with a great patio in gorgeous Key Largo. Well stocked kitchen with essentials which was so nice after a long day of traveling. Perfect location for seeing lots of sights in Florida - south to Key West (loved it!) and north to Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale. It was wonderful to escape to a quiet, private location to relax at the end of a busy day. Great little shops, clubs, restaurants and sights close to the house for those days that we didn't want to travel far. We will definitely stay here again if we return to Florida. Continued on a cruise and our damage deposit arrived back at our house before we did! We had a great vacation, thanks Darrell and Jackie!

Everything about our experience at this beautiful home was excellent. Darrell and Jackie were friendly and helpful and sent us ideas for our visit long before we arrived. Beautiful, immaculate home with a great patio in gorgeous Key Largo. Well stocked kitchen with essentials which was so nice after a long day of traveling. Perfect location for seeing lots of sights in Florida - south to Key West (loved it!) and north to Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale. It was wonderful to escape to a quiet, private location to relax at the end of a busy day. Great little shops, clubs, restaurants and sights close to the house for those days that we didn't want to travel far. We will definitely stay here again if we return to Florida. Continued on a cruise and our damage deposit arrived back at our house before we did! We had a great vacation, thanks Darrell and Jackie!

Arrived on 12/23/13 for a week. Four adults with two teenagers age 19 and 17. House was everything we needed. Very well kept and exceptionally clean. Fully stocked with all kinds of kitchenware plus stocked closet of goodies. Since we do most of our own cooking, all kinds of spices, dishes, pots and pans. High speed internet for the electronic age. Darryll and Jackie could not be more helpful and accommodating. Recommendations sent to us before arrival were very helpful. Took advantage of fishing trip (caught 11 sea trout enough for two meals). Only two hours from Key West. Must visit if you stay in this house.

Arrived on 12/23/13 for a week. Four adults with two teenagers age 19 and 17. House was everything we needed. Very well kept and exceptionally clean. Fully stocked with all kinds of kitchenware plus stocked closet of goodies. Since we do most of our own cooking, all kinds of spices, dishes, pots and pans. High speed internet for the electronic age. Darryll and Jackie could not be more helpful and accommodating. Recommendations sent to us before arrival were very helpful. Took advantage of fishing trip (caught 11 sea trout enough for two meals). Only two hours from Key West. Must visit if you stay in this house.

WOW!! If we had a nice a home as this, I wouldnt even rent it out!! Thats how lovely this home was. Five star all the way. Everything was provided and then some. It was lovely and quiet which is really what we wanted and lovely outdoor space, to enjoy dining. The air conditioning was working fantastic so it was nice to cool down if the heat got too much. Plenty of room for everyone and I would highly recommend this house to anyone who wanted to be centrally located between the all the keys and Miami. We had a fantastic vacation and really bonded as a family. Thankyou very much Jackie and Darrell.

WOW!! If we had a nice a home as this, I wouldnt even rent it out!! Thats how lovely this home was. Five star all the way. Everything was provided and then some. It was lovely and quiet which is really what we wanted and lovely outdoor space, to enjoy dining. The air conditioning was working fantastic so it was nice to cool down if the heat got too much. Plenty of room for everyone and I would highly recommend this house to anyone who wanted to be centrally located between the all the keys and Miami. We had a fantastic vacation and really bonded as a family. Thankyou very much Jackie and Darrell.

We have stayed at many vrbo homes and this one is at the top of our list!! This home far exceeded all our expectations! It is a nice, spacious, clean home in a nice, quiet neighborhood. It has many extras that most vacation rentals would never even think of. Plenty of towels and linens, very good water pressure for nice, long, hot showers after a day of snorkeling and the home is very tastefully decorated. Loved the use of the bikes, snorkeling gear, grill and kayaks!! We stayed a week and it was just perfect for us! We will definitley be back time and time again!! Simply Wonderful!!

We have stayed at many vrbo homes and this one is at the top of our list!! This home far exceeded all our expectations! It is a nice, spacious, clean home in a nice, quiet neighborhood. It has many extras that most vacation rentals would never even think of. Plenty of towels and linens, very good water pressure for nice, long, hot showers after a day of snorkeling and the home is very tastefully decorated. Loved the use of the bikes, snorkeling gear, grill and kayaks!! We stayed a week and it was just perfect for us! We will definitley be back time and time again!! Simply Wonderful!!

We loved this house. The owners were very generous and and attentive. It was very clean, with wonderful extras. We loved the kayaks, beach chairs, coolers, DVD collection, fenced in back yard, and sand box/play area. It was in a quiet and safe neighborhood. I could not imagine staying in a hotel when you can stay in a spacious home with a private backyard! Our children played happily inside and outside. The owners really go the extra mile to make sure you have everything you need. Thanks!

This home far exceeded our expectations. The house was wonderfully maintained, and very clean. The kitchen was fully stocked, with anything you could possibly need. We used the grill several times while there. The patio area was very comfortable and a nice place to enjoy the weather with plenty of shade. We did not have enough time to enjoy the extras like the kayaks (which looked brand new), bikes or the fishing poles, but we did use the cooler and beach chairs at John Pennekamp for a day at the beach. The owners were quick to respond to any questions, and were very nice to work with. We got the deposit back in a timely manner. I can't say enough good things about this property.