Keys Kottage; Remodeled Villa in Native Hammock on Florida Bay
Villa in Upper Matecumbe Key, FL
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this villa rental
The Kottage is a free-standing 2 bedroom/2 bath villa located on a small resort property nestled in a native hammock on Florida Bay. The Kottage is a “conch-style” cottage which was just completely remodeled and renovated and is completely new, from the tile floors to the new tongue-and-groove ceiling.
The property is directly on Florida Bay on Upper Matecumbe Key, and the Kottage is approximately 100 feet from the water. The Kottage is fully air-conditioned and has ceiling fans throughout. The bedrooms can accommodated up to 6 people and with the queen-size sofabed in the front room, two more. The appliances, and furniture are new.
We provide pillows, sheets, blankets, and towels and all of your cooking and eating utensils. A washer and dryer are provided for your convenience.
A television with cable tv, a VCR and DVD player, and a stereo are provided for rainy day entertainment. Smoking is not permitted inside the Kottage.
The property is beautiful, based in a native hardwood hammock, extending from US 1 to the bay. It has a protected boat basin which will accommodate boats up to 26 feet. There is a launching ramp for boats, and a swimming area right off the property. Larger boats can be launched at one of several nearby ramps. Rental boats and fishing charters are available locally.
Guests renting the Kottage are able to visit the Village of Islamorada Founders Park with its olympic-size pool, beach, and ball fields. The nearby area has a multitude of restaurants, historic sites and nature preserves, shopping and many activities for children. Local shopping for clothing, souvenirs, and fishing and boating needs is plentiful. Grocery stores are convenient. There are several local attractions if you need a day out of the sun. Key West is a day-trip away.
Islamorada is the Sportfishing Capital of the World. You're minutes away from the best back country (bonefish, tarpon, permit, snook, redfish), blue water (sailfish, dolphin, wahoo, cobia) and reef fishing (grouper, snapper, yellowtail) in the entire Florida Keys. There is quick access to the ocean-side both east and west around the key. Fishing off of our jetty in the evening is alot of fun for the kids. Magnificant snorkeling and scuba diving sites abound in the local area. A wide range of boating activities are available year round since our area of the bay is well protected. Sea Kayacking and canoeing along our shoreline is popular. Of course water skiing and knee-boarding are a hit with the kids.
In addition to the rare and tropical flora which abounds on the property, the fauna which call the property home will entertain you during your stay. An osprey (called Ozzie by the locals) sits atop the trees in the area during the early evenings. We have an octopus in the marina who will look after your shrimp bucket if you leave it in the water. He may even play tug of war with you in the morning, and has been known to become a land animal when he is looking for a handout.
Pete, the Great White Heron, frequently stations himself on the seawall. When you have had a successful day fishing he always seems to have gotten the message and is waiting for you upon your return to the dock. Watch your fillets carefully. If you get diverted, you will see how fast these creatures can move where food is concerned. His cousins, the pelicans, are usually right behind him when the fish cleaning begins and are just as brazen. And don’t be surprised if you walk out to the boat basin and find Izzie, the Iguana sunning himself .
The Kottage is an unique place, and the people who visit, both owners and guests, feel very special about the property. The privacy is wonderful, the accommodations are new and clean, the property peaceful, and the access to the fishing is the best in the Keys, indisputably. We hope you will also find it as special as have we, and will add your name to the growing list who return to enjoy the most gorgeous sunsets and the best fishing and diving in the world.
The Keys Kottage generally rents for 1 week intervals, from Saturday to Saturday. If the Keys Kottage is what you are looking for, please contact us and to reserve the dates. The reservation will be confirmed upon receiving a check for 25% of the total cost of the rental including tax.
We look forward to your visiting our little piece of paradise, and are sure you will have a wonderful and special visit. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at any time.
Keywords: Cottage
The property is directly on Florida Bay on Upper Matecumbe Key, and the Kottage is approximately 100 feet from the water. The Kottage is fully air-conditioned and has ceiling fans throughout. The bedrooms can accommodated up to 6 people and with the queen-size sofabed in the front room, two more. The appliances, and furniture are new.
We provide pillows, sheets, blankets, and towels and all of your cooking and eating utensils. A washer and dryer are provided for your convenience.
A television with cable tv, a VCR and DVD player, and a stereo are provided for rainy day entertainment. Smoking is not permitted inside the Kottage.
The property is beautiful, based in a native hardwood hammock, extending from US 1 to the bay. It has a protected boat basin which will accommodate boats up to 26 feet. There is a launching ramp for boats, and a swimming area right off the property. Larger boats can be launched at one of several nearby ramps. Rental boats and fishing charters are available locally.
Guests renting the Kottage are able to visit the Village of Islamorada Founders Park with its olympic-size pool, beach, and ball fields. The nearby area has a multitude of restaurants, historic sites and nature preserves, shopping and many activities for children. Local shopping for clothing, souvenirs, and fishing and boating needs is plentiful. Grocery stores are convenient. There are several local attractions if you need a day out of the sun. Key West is a day-trip away.
Islamorada is the Sportfishing Capital of the World. You're minutes away from the best back country (bonefish, tarpon, permit, snook, redfish), blue water (sailfish, dolphin, wahoo, cobia) and reef fishing (grouper, snapper, yellowtail) in the entire Florida Keys. There is quick access to the ocean-side both east and west around the key. Fishing off of our jetty in the evening is alot of fun for the kids. Magnificant snorkeling and scuba diving sites abound in the local area. A wide range of boating activities are available year round since our area of the bay is well protected. Sea Kayacking and canoeing along our shoreline is popular. Of course water skiing and knee-boarding are a hit with the kids.
In addition to the rare and tropical flora which abounds on the property, the fauna which call the property home will entertain you during your stay. An osprey (called Ozzie by the locals) sits atop the trees in the area during the early evenings. We have an octopus in the marina who will look after your shrimp bucket if you leave it in the water. He may even play tug of war with you in the morning, and has been known to become a land animal when he is looking for a handout.
Pete, the Great White Heron, frequently stations himself on the seawall. When you have had a successful day fishing he always seems to have gotten the message and is waiting for you upon your return to the dock. Watch your fillets carefully. If you get diverted, you will see how fast these creatures can move where food is concerned. His cousins, the pelicans, are usually right behind him when the fish cleaning begins and are just as brazen. And don’t be surprised if you walk out to the boat basin and find Izzie, the Iguana sunning himself .
The Kottage is an unique place, and the people who visit, both owners and guests, feel very special about the property. The privacy is wonderful, the accommodations are new and clean, the property peaceful, and the access to the fishing is the best in the Keys, indisputably. We hope you will also find it as special as have we, and will add your name to the growing list who return to enjoy the most gorgeous sunsets and the best fishing and diving in the world.
The Keys Kottage generally rents for 1 week intervals, from Saturday to Saturday. If the Keys Kottage is what you are looking for, please contact us and to reserve the dates. The reservation will be confirmed upon receiving a check for 25% of the total cost of the rental including tax.
We look forward to your visiting our little piece of paradise, and are sure you will have a wonderful and special visit. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at any time.
Keywords: Cottage
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Upper Matecumbe Key, FL
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
This is a great spot to get to so many fun things to do in the keys. Whether you are driving, walking, or going by boat. It's a wonderful community with friendly people staying around you and a perfect spot for sunsets!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful property, location, and communication with host. Boat dock onsite was perfect. The Kottage was white glove clean and stocked with everything we needed. Perfect size for 4 adults, very comfortable accommodations. Lloyd was a pleasure to work with and all questions were promptly answered. Will definitely stay again and already looking forward to our next trip! Thank you Lloyd, Linda and Keys Kottage for a great vacation!
10.0 / 10.0
This place was perfect for my family! Super convenient having a boat ramp and dock at the property. We will definitely be back
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect spot for a week of fishing
10.0 / 10.0
This property really gives you the best of both worlds. Being located in the heart of Islamorada allows access to all the town offers while the home allows you to unwind and relax in your own quiet nook. The sunsets out back are one of a kind. Highly recommend and will be booking again!
10.0 / 10.0
Booked a week in April at this very nice little cottage. Spotless and well maintained. Met the owner/s at check in, very nice people, made sure we knew to call them for anything. We were traveling with our small dog, who unfortunately became very ill and we were only able to stay for one night as we had to get her to the vet. We’ve been coming to Islamorada for years and this little cottage is perfect for a small family or two couples. Has a small marina it shares with a few other cottages. You can bring your boat! Very close to restaurants and several tiki bars, coffee shops, etc. And very reasonable too! We’ll be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location. Within walking distance to several great restaurants and sites. Love the docks and outdoor space.
10.0 / 10.0
Our daughter, SIL and two grand children (3 and 9 months) stayed at the Keys Kottage. We had a large group and the Kottage was overflow for us. It was perfect for them. I could see returning with my wife.
Great location and house.
Lloyd: greatest, host, ever.
Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect for my fishing trip
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the location. Had a great time. Will be back for another stay.
10.0 / 10.0
This was a great place to stay! Owners were friendly and easy to contact. The view was spectacular. Everything was stones throw from place. Would book again💕
10.0 / 10.0
Hands down … the most perfect place in the Keys. We chose it based on location and pet friendly with a dock but we received so much more than we expected. One of the few places that not only have a boat ramp, dock and a place to park the trailer. The lush landscape kept us cool and blocked us from road noise. The house was meticulously clean and comfortable. The views spectacular from the sitting area on the sea wall and we can’t wait to return and meet up with the wonderful guests we met in one of the other villas. Highly recommend and plan to return soon.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful space
Wonderful location
Wonderful sunsets
10.0 / 10.0
Family vacations at its best! Came for fishing and to enjoy the beautiful Islamorada! Keys Kottage was perfect for us. The owner was very helpful. We can’t wait until our next visit!
10.0 / 10.0
just what I was looking for for a week of fishing. great house and the owner is easy to work with.
10.0 / 10.0
For a group of four or fewer, this is the ideal setup for a vacation in Islamorada. Exactly as advertised and far better. So close to what a traveler needs that a car is almost not needed. The marina provides postcard-worthy sunsets. This part of the island feels like a nice quiet neighborhood, not a resort.
10.0 / 10.0
We absolutely loved our stay at Keys Kottage! We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect vacation in the Keys! The home has everything you need and is convenient to so many great shops and restaurants. Being able to dock our boat at the home was definitely a plus! The owner was so helpful and made sure we had a great experience. We can’t wait to visit again!
10.0 / 10.0
This is a great little place with a beautiful setting. This was our second time at Keys Kottage and we will return.
10.0 / 10.0
Love staying at the Keys Kottage! Everything was as advertised and immaculately clean. The parking spots are right beside the back door making unloading & loading so easy. The property is lovely and very comfortable. The outdoor private patio was wonderful with the gas grill. We enjoyed the recommended restaurants and beautiful sunsets from the dock each evening. Lloyd, the owner was so kind and helpful! It couldn't have been a better week. We hope to visit again and would highly recommend the Keys Kottage! Thank you, Lloyd!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful place to stay in the keys. No complaints about the property or our stay. Beautiful place to enjoy when you are not out exploring Islamorada or the beautiful Everglades.
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and the cottage was as advertised. Exceptionally clean and well supplied.
10.0 / 10.0
This was the perfect getaway for us. Great restaurants all around, our boat just steps away. Despite its central location the property still felt tucked away and secluded. We look forward to staying again.
10.0 / 10.0
Great experience! Can't wait to go back!
5.0 / 10.0
The Kottage and location was perfect for our stay. Nice, safe basin for boat, ramp a little challenging, but we managed fine. Lloyd was very helpful and friendly. Will definitely return!
10.0 / 10.0
The cozy cottage was just what we needed for our trip. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. The owner was very kind and responded quickly to questions. There was a short walk to the water where we found a lovely place to sit and watch the beautiful sunset. I would definitely recommend this to anyone wanting to visit Islamorada.
10.0 / 10.0
Another great visit to the Keys Kottage... we were fortunate that another unit was available for an additional week. We had such a great time and didn't want to leave so we stayed an additional week! Thank you Lloyd
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the Cottage, both outside and inside . Beautiful tropical property very close to all you need for your stay. Nice marina with water and electricity to keep your boat batteries charged. The marina was perfect for my 23ft center console.
10.0 / 10.0
Just an amazing family stay. Quaint property with awesome water access. The place was clean as a whistle. Great neighbors and area! Communication was top notch. We look forward to coming back. :)
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic Islamorada Location
We enjoyed everything about this property. The marina was perfect to keep our 25 foot boat protected. It is a bit shallow getting into the boat basin, but doable.
Communication with Lloyd was the best I’ve ever experienced in a rental.
The accommodations were very clean and comfortable.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful vacation😍
The house was immaculate, outside surroundings were very beautiful with all the trees and the shade, the sunsets were unbelievable 🤩 . The ramp and dock made it convenient for boating . Nicest thing about this property is hidden away from all the traffic but yet it is very close to all stores and supermarkets. Loved our stay there cant wait to go back!!!! John, Alba, Jenny and Sophia.
10.0 / 10.0
Keys Kottage
One of the best vacations ever!!! What a beautiful place!
10.0 / 10.0
Great Host. Great cottage and great location!!!!! We will be back
We loved the place and the location. The marina is perfect for our boat.
10.0 / 10.0
Spring Break 2022
We loved the property. Cottage was well equipped with everything that we needed for our week long stay. The grounds were well kept and clean. It was close to everything that we needed; shops, grocery, pharmacy, restaurants. For us though was the boat basin and the space to park our trailer. We would definitely stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Holiday Worked Perfectly- Seamless & Ideal
Everything was as easy as it could possibly be!
Lloyd is perfect! Never intrusive and always available for questions.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Cottage!
The cottage is adorable and the location is perfect! It’s so close to everything you need. We walked to dinner several nights. The best restaurants on the island are minutes away. We enjoyed stunning sunsets off the dock every night. We will definitely be back! Thanks Lloyd!
10.0 / 10.0
Great cottage
This is a great place to stay. So close to everything and you can rent bikes next door to the property.
The unit was super cute, clean and comfortable for 5 adults. The kitchen had just about anything you might need. Could have used a couple of more bath towels, wash cloths, but other than that it was lovely! Thanks Lloyd!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect for scuba trip with adult children
We were looking for a small cottage, not a big condo, where our dog could join us and that would accommodate our adult children, if they would be able to come. This place was perfect for that. We love nature, we love access to the water, and being in the middle of Islamorada. We are already talking about coming back next year.
10.0 / 10.0
Great view, great location, great vibe!
We stayed for a week at Keys Kottage. The bay view can’t be beat. Location perfect! There are a few independently rented bungalows on the property and we all had the greatest time getting to know each other. The Marina fit 5 boats perfectly for all the bungalows. The only drawback is, the boat ramp is gravel not concrete & a tight squeeze… difficult to maneuver in and out of if you have a big truck or boat over 20 feet. So be aware of that. You may want to use a different local ramp. Otherwise, a lovely place to stay!!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful cottage by the bay!
Loved the Keys Kottage! Property was just as described online. It was clean, very well maintained and located in a beautiful spot. We couldn't have asked for a better rental. The kids loved fishing and snorkeling off the dock. We all had a great time and plan to return!
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Upper Matecumbe Key?
The average price for a rental in Upper Matecumbe Key is $531 per night. This rental is $200 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Keys Kottage; Remodeled Villa in Native Hammock on Florida Bay. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Keys Kottage; Remodeled Villa in Native Hammock on Florida Bay pet friendly?
Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Keys Kottage; Remodeled Villa in Native Hammock on Florida Bay?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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