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Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards!

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A coastal residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a boat dock. - Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! (Marathon)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, and a central island with bar stools. - Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! (Marathon)
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a sofa. - Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! (Marathon)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and bar stools. - Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! (Marathon)
A room with a view of a beach through a large window, a table with chairs, and a balcony with a railing. - Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! (Marathon)
Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! provides laundry facilities and more. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like kayaking and bicycling at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81359 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards!

  • Blue Shell is a delightful new canal front vacation home with a pool, just a minute to the ocean and open water and lots of fun amenities! It is also about 10 minutes from both Coco Plum Beach and Sombrero Beach.



    The dock is 50' and there is parking on the side of the house for truck and trailer. Additional parking under and in front of the house, but not parking in the street please. Two vehicles recommended. Three max.



    The pool is 24X12 and the depth is 1 ft at entry to 5.5 feet deep



    There are two large grocery stores in Marathon (Publix and Winn Dixie) that are only 5 minutes away! Many delicious restaurants and fun activities are all within minutes! Centrally located, Marathon is only about 25 minutes from Bahia Honda State Park and an hour from Key West - both great day trips!



    Blue Shell Amenities:

    *Two bikes

    *Two kayaks

    *Pool basketball net

    *Ring toss

    *Corn hole

    *Covered fish cleaning station

    *Board games (including children's games_

    *Tic tac toe



    All 3 bedrooms are upstairs. All bedrooms have TVs! All linens and towels (both bath and pool/beach) are provided!



    The Master has an ensuite bathroom with a shower and double sinks. There is also a private balcony with two chairs and a table off the Master that overlooks the pool and canal.



    The 2 guestrooms share a hall bath that has a bathtub and shower. One guest room has a queen bed and the other has a day bed with a trundle (making two twins).



    There is a queen sleeper sofa bed in the Living Room.



    The kitchen is well stocked and includes everything you need for cooking as well as the following items:



    *Keurig Coffee Maker

    *Cuban/Espresso Coffee Maker

    *Traditional Drip Coffee Maker

    *Blender

    *Griddle

    *Waffle Maker

    *Panini Press

    *Air Fryer

    *Rice Cooker

    *Insta-Pot

    *Toaster

    *Kettle

    *Outside Bait Freezer, Grill and Propane Tanks

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,359 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Guests are required to sign Rental Agreement.
Guests are required to provide the names, ages of everyone in their party and license plate information
We require a $300 security hold. Guests must abide by noise ordinance or may be asked to leave without a refund

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Located in Marathon, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Marathon Air Museum and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center and Florida Keys Country Club. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling. Visit our Marathon travel guide
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Map
Marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • A sign for Crane Point Hammock with a tree logo and potted plants.
    Crane Point Museum and Nature Center
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and palm trees.
    Sombrero Beach
    6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • A sandy beach path with tall grasses on either side leading to the ocean.
    Coco Plum Beach
    9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • A bridge over turquoise water with a clear sky.
    Seven Mile Bridge
    10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Marathon Air Museum
    2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Brass Monkey
    3 min drive
  • Circle K
    3 min drive
  • The Wooden Spoon
    14 min walk
  • Keys Fisheries, Market & Marina
    5 min drive
  • Circle K
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! 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 Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! located?

This family-friendly Marathon vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Marathon Air Museum and Crane Point Museum and Nature Center. Sunset Park Beach and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Direct to Ocean! 3BR 2.5B Home with Private Pool, Bikes, Paddleboards! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay! The house was in the perfect location, close to everything we needed but still peaceful and relaxing. We absolutely loved the outdoor space and totally vibed with the setup. Inside, the décor had a charming beachy Keys feel that made it feel like a true getaway. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Awesome place. Great pool ! Alot fun things to do!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

MARATHON 2025

We had a great time. The pool was awesome as well as the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

amazing home in a amazing location.

The house was absolutely perfect for us. The Kitchen was more stocked than anywhere we have stayed before. Definitely recommend this home for your next vacation. Rooms where very nice, pool was awesome, location was central to everything.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Superbly equipped home on canal. Beautiful pool.

Communications were excellent. Very nice new home. Descent location near stores and good restaurants. Would come back.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place for our family!

We are so happy we booked with Pineapple Properties! Meredith was quick to reply to my silly questions. The house was clean and well stocked! We loved the kayaks and games in the house and being on the canal gave us unlimited fishing and fun! This was our first time in Marathon and we truly enjoyed ourselves and would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Clean and quiet home on a canal

Overall, we enjoyed our stay on this property. It was very clean and the space was adequate for a group of 6. We enjoyed the private pool and outdoor/indoor games and other amenities included. It was a quiet street minus the rooster who liked to sing at all hours. My only callout would be location - it's a drive to any beach and upon driving into the street it appears very rundown with some of the other properties. We always felt safe though.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

We loved our stay. Our group was 2 families (4 adults and 3 kids under 12). The house was clean and very well stocked. The included bikes/kayaks/games were a nice extra. We rented a boat and the dockage was perfect (tip for future renters with boat: the canal is tight for turning your boat around- we found that backing the boat up upon return, all the way down the canal is much easier than turning around in the canal). The pool was awesome (pay the extra for the heat- so worth it). Maintenance manager, Pete, and property manager, Meredith, were extremely helpful and responsive with questions we had. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clean and Comfortable Home with a Fastastic Pool

We spent a week a Blue Shell in March and had a wonderful experience. The home is extremely clean,and we found it to be well-equipped and perfect for our needs. The pool was amazing - very few rental homes have a pool this clean and sparkling. There is plenty of seating outside and all of it was clean and it great condition. We opted for the pool heat and were so happy we did since we are native Floridians and would have otherwise not used it as much. We love Marathon and visit often but found this home and rental experience to be one of our best yet. Communication was excellent and timely. We would not hesitate to rent this home or from this agency again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was overall great. A few hiccups, but Merideth was quick to reply. Beyond the control of the property owner, there was a lot of loud construction in the neighborhood. There was no barrier from the road to the pool area, which was a bit of a surprise and made us feel a little exposed. But by the end of the week, we were used to it. There was an odor in the home which I know was most likely due to being on the channel. However, after a few days, we adapted to it. Again, not anything the owner could have done. Just something to keep in mind if you have people with sensitivities.The area was great (highly recommend Porkies and the AMAZING mini golf) Lots of good snorkeling and the Elks Club at the end of the block is a blast. Overall wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect House for all of Us

The property manager was great, thanks for taking off the chillenator; we're from Florida and like the pool warm..we loved having a private pool to ourselves. The house was pretty and clean. Not sure how we would get the kayaks in the canal though so we didn't try. I understand Ring security but the one pointing at the pool was a little invasive feeling. Thanks to the cleaning lady for being so cordial and cleaning early to let us enter a little before check-in. The house was conveniently located to everything we had reserved to do. The beds were comfortable. Thanks for being so accommodating to my inquiries. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Marathon stay

We enjoyed our stay. Beds were very comfortable - plenty of linens - beach towels, etc. Bait freezer is a definite plus. Pool is very comfortable in the morning but a bit warm in the afternoon - plenty of pool inflatables. Grill is clean and easy to use. Canal is very narrow - we had a 27' boat and had great difficulty turning it around every day - scratched the cowling on the motor because of width - keep that in mind if you have a larger boat. In the kitchen, owners need to invest in steak knives - very few sharp knives to cook with - pans need to be replaced - teflon coming off pans. Unit has an odor when you walk in - maybe previous smokers - couch is holding odors. Maybe replace with vinyl or leather so odors are not held. Pineapple Properties (Meredith) was very receptive when contacted. We appreciated this. Just a few minor changes would increase this rating to a 5 star. Thanks for your hospitality. Vicki
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great house and pool.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was great! We got to see the manatees off the dock, enjoy the pool, bikes and kayaks. My only suggestion would be to clearly mark the step on the grey decking on the dock. We had someone trip on the step and fall, luckily not into the canal!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property had everything your family could possibly. The pool was amazing and had pool toys and floaties to use. The sunsets from the top deck was a perfect way to end each day. The bikes and kayaks were also great to use. The kitchen is fully stocked and we never felt like we were missing something. The property was clean and very well taken care of. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very attentive and responsive property manager. Convenient location to all places in Marathon. Pool was well maintained, private from neighbors. Toilet paper and paper towels etc provided. Plenty of seating by pool. Great spot! Will be back.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice spot on the canal

The place was just as advertised, and the property management team was very responsive and very accommodating. All in all it made for a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Great location for a Relaxing Keys Vacation. We’ll be back again. Thank You
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

PERFECT WEATHER

My family stayed at Blue Shell for a week. The house and the pool were perfect. No complaints at all. Beds were comfortable, home was clean and fully stocked. Very enjoyable stay. The neighborhood was ok and if I wasn't visiting with a boat I wouldn't look for a home on a canal. Sort of stinky and nasty looking
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice pool along with great management!

House was well stocked and comfortable, along with good amenities. The pool was a nice size and relaxing. A straight fast shot to the ocean, and nice and new. The neighborhood is in transition but very quiet. The management team was great! They put together a book on the area that was the best we have seen, I learned some new fishing regulation and clarifications. Great Experience!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Marathon Fl

This is a very cute well decorated cleaned house with a nice private pool. The pool has lots of loungers and chairs for everyone . The kitchen is well stocked with plenty of dishes, cooking appliances and towels. The neighborhood is in transition to rental homes but it is very quiet and safe. It is also close and easy to get to several groceries stores and drug stores. We really have enjoyed our time here and would rebooked this for future visits.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Blue

Blue Shell is a perfect home away from home for vacationing in the Florida Keys! Very clean & decorated beautifully with lots of amenities for relaxing & fun in the sun. Complete with a small pool, bikes, kayaks, outdoor grill and plenty of seating areas. Great for a family of 4 or two couples. One minor downfall is the street and canal are very narrow for turning a boat around and trailering/parking a larger boat. Smaller boats are a better fit for this property. Overall this home will not disappoint!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay at Blue Shell!

Our family recently had a week stay at Blue Shell in Marathon, FL. We enjoyed our time at the house, the use of the pool and water access for the boat. Navigating into the canal from open water can be a bit tricky at low tide but is doable and we felt more comfortable after the first time. Southern winds made the canal quite dirty with seaweed and other debris, but that was of no fault to the home owner and would expect with northern winds for the canal to be clean. House was really clean upon arrival and we had no issues while there. We would definitely consider this location again in the future. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
just got back from a wonderful stay in marathon, we were 5 adults. Very good communication from host, listing was also accurate in every way. Having a home on a canal in the keys is a treat, we rented a boat for 3 days, recommend the cruise through Sombrero Bay and around Marathon, what a great day. Plus, we saw manatees almost everyday in the canal. The included amenities were very nice, we rode the bikes and kayaks frequently. The house itself was very nice, clean, and updated. Close to many things, only an hours drive to Key West and having been to the keys before and drove from Miami Airport, this is the way! Never again. Very close to grocery stores which we visited way too often but that's on us. The pool was awesome and the perfect temp, the manager recommended heat, they were right, agree to the heat for the pool, they also supply many pool floats and toys so no need to bring your own. The outdoor area overall was where we spent most of our time playing cornhole, playing cards at the very nice outdoor table, or lounging in the many loungers and chairs. There is construction going on nearby, this is an up and coming neighborhood, but the house is very soundproof so we didn't hear it while inside. I miss being there already and wouldn't hesitate to rent again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great new property pleasure to stay.

This house has all you want in a waterfront property. All the interior is new and clean. Since it is new some of the lighting seemed not bright enough. It was sufficient to see but just seemed on the dim side. If you stay here and need a fan to sleep you might need to bring one. There was one standing fan in the master bedroom but the other two bedrooms didn't have anything. Pool has a chiller which was great to cool off after a long day of sunburn, it is an extra cost, I feel it should be included in price, it is not. Pool had plenty of sun exposure thru the day. Boat dock was in great shape no issues there we had a 20 ft boat to dock. The run to open water was a little tricky but it is marked for day use.