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At Big Kahuna, experience the essence of Florida Keys living in a 5-bedroom haven. With five thoughtfully appointed bedrooms and four beautifully designed bathrooms, every member of your group will find their own haven of relaxation. Enjoy the private pool as a refreshing oasis where you can unwind while taking in tropical surroundings.

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Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Kahuna an expansive and inviting 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single-family haven that encapsulates the essence of Florida Keys living

This smoke-free holiday home features an outdoor pool, concierge services and laundry facilities. Additionally, an arcade/games room and barbecues are on-site. The holiday home has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a bath.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children Allowed

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

Property is also known as

Big Kahuna 5bed/4bath Pool House
5 bedroom accommodation in Marathon Marathon
5 bedroom accommodation in Marathon Private vacation home
52151

About the area

Located in Marathon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Florida Keys Country Club and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sombrero Beach and Curry Hammock State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Marathon travel guide
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Marathon, FL

What's nearby

  • Sombrero Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views
    Sombrero Beach
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Today we embarked on a 7 mile kayak journey around Boot Key. This is a mangrove island that is full of bird life and beautiful waterways. Highlights today were osprey, king fishers, sharks, jelly fish, egrets and so many more birds that we could not identify. Please enjoy
    Boot Key Harbor
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Miami Key Biscayne Golf tropical field
    Florida Keys Country Club
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sombrero Key Lighthouse offshore of Vaca Key in Marathon in the Florida Keys.
    Vaca Key
    7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Seven Mile Bridge showing general coastal views and a bridge
    Seven Mile Bridge
    12 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Brass Monkey
    5 min drive
  • Mr. Beans Books & Beans
    7 min drive
  • Starbucks
    9 min drive
  • Castaway Waterfront Restaurant & Sushi Bar
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Big Kahuna an expansive and inviting 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single-family haven that encapsulates the essence of Florida Keys living have a pool?

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

Is Big Kahuna an expansive and inviting 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single-family haven that encapsulates the essence of Florida Keys living pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Big Kahuna an expansive and inviting 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single-family haven that encapsulates the essence of Florida Keys living?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Kahuna an expansive and inviting 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single-family haven that encapsulates the essence of Florida Keys living?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Kahuna an expansive and inviting 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single-family haven that encapsulates the essence of Florida Keys living?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Kahuna an expansive and inviting 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single-family haven that encapsulates the essence of Florida Keys living located?

This family-friendly Marathon holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sombrero Beach, Crane Point Museum and Nature Center and Florida Keys Country Club. Boot Key Harbor is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

8/10 Good

Greg B.

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

Great family stay

Great house for our family of 10 - lots of space and a great location within walking distance to the beach and close to lots of essentials. Small things could make this a 5-star, like pool lights, a few more towels and beach/lounge chairs. Inside spiral staircase was a bit treacherous for a few in our group - especially when wet from the pool. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice D.

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

Nini

Beautiful property Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasandra F.

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

Great location

Plenty of room to spread out,great dock space. Outdoor ice machine a great bonus. Second year enjoying this property. Suggestion to stock more cookware, specifically baking sheets and baking dishes. Just want to note that the upstairs outdoor patio handle is missing hardware. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey L.

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

Summer Vacation

We had a really great stay, the dock made such a difference for us, so easy to bring the boats in and out. The house was a great little beach house, even though it is a rental the little flaws are what make it great! We enjoyed getting up in the morning and having our coffee in the Sun room, playing ping pong and getting some shade by the pool!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Big place for a big family!

Our extended family flew in from Seattle for a Keys wedding. The Big Kahuna delivered. We spent hours by the pool, moored a rented pontoon boat for daily excursions and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves for a week. The house provided plenty of space for all 12 of us. Bonnie was great to communicate with and was on top of getting quick repairs done when the upstairs AC went out. The house is a bit older, so there are some quirks, but overall the setting was beautiful, the location perfect and we had a fabulous time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Alison B.

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

Spacious and well located home in need of updating.

Our family of 8 adults spent a week at the Big Kahuna. The Pros: The house was large, with lots of spaces for people to spread out. It is located a short walk to the beach and has a long dock on a canal. We had kayaks delivered and loved being able to launch from the property! The management company was quick with communication and easy to work with and they left a nice starter kit of basic supplies for us (soap, paper products, dishwasher and laundry pods, etc). Shopping and lots of restaurants within a couple miles. The Cons: This property needs cosmetic updating and new furniture. Lots of stains on all fabric surfaces. The pool area has many loose pavers and a missing screen section. The upstairs (rooftop) patio could be a beautiful spot, but has only a few rusty/broken beach chairs. This could be a really nice rental if it had some basic upgrades.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John Eric

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

Annual friend reunion in Keys

Lots of fishing, cooking, sand bars, bars, restaurants, Key West
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

Family fun

Perfect for family gathering, fishing, boating, and 8 min walk to Sombrera beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rosa F.

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

Very nice home. I’ll definitely rent again.

Stunning home with a great location. The towels, pillows, and linen could be upgraded, but overall, it’s an amazing experience. Adding perimeter lights would enhance its beauty. I’ll definitely rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

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

Great stay

We 😘 ved everything about this property!! Our entire party enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

pat w.

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

worked great with dual floors.

the noise could stay downstairs and quiet times up stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Diane B.

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

Big house for big family

This is a great house for a large family get away to the Keys. However it needs attention the downstairs furniture really needs help, sofa broken, table and chairs wobble, upstairs furniture was nice but the gas stove top needs to be serviced and the refrigerator/ freezer needs to be lined up. Cabinets in kitchen and bathrooms need help and there is water damage throughout the house. Loved the dock, great place to clean fish and big enough for two boats. But then they charge you 200 dollars extra for a second boat. Loved the upstairs deck for evening sunsets. We had a great time and there was room for all 12 of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Victoria M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location, house needs TLC

This house could really shine with care, as the property is at a great location and is surrounded by lush greenery. We saw manatees in the canal and the antics of all of the lizards were captivating. The landscaping and view of the canal was gorgeous. It is a very peaceful place. Unfortunately there were minuses to the home itself. We were looking very forward to spending a lot of time in the pool area away from the bugs, but a large portion of missing screening let in a lot of insects. Our son, who has disabilities, was terrified of the interior circular steps so he used the exterior steps only. It would have been very helpful if the listing included a floor plan and a clear showing of the spiral staircase, as anyone who has disabilities should know how narrow that staircase is. The floors were very dirty and oddly the home lacked mirrors. The furniture was old and not very comfortable. The kitchen was large but lacking a lot of essentials; we even had to buy cooking sheets for the oven. Because the home is for sale, the owners might not want to put any money into updating the home, but that's what should be done to make guests comfortable and able to cook without being frustrated at the lack of pots and pans.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Property is run down

We arrived for our annual family vacation to find the home very dirty. Cleaning crew obviously did a walk thru. With Corona virus being a serious concern we had to hot to Publix and sanitized the entire place. Smudge marks on the sliding doors. Bathrooms were cleaned of debris from prior party but needed a serious cleaning. The property is showing signs years in the rental market. Not enough dishes, Pool tables sticks all are damaged. Ice maker was not working to say a few. We expected more for the amount of money spent on the unit including the ridiculous cleaning fees. We will look for another place next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Boaters dream

Great property especially for large family of 12. Rooms and common areas spaced out and large so no one was on top of each other. Ice machine and bait freezer a huge plus. Management on top of calls with questions or issues. Definitely would stay in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P., Raleigh NC

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

Great Place!

The Big Kahuna was a great place to stay! Extremely spacious and in an ideal location! We are looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fell just short of expectations

The Big Kahuna is great place for large groups, having several options for sleeping and gathering, as well as being alone. Walking distance to Sombrero beach, as well as a walking path along Sombrero Beach Road. Management provided timely response when contacted. However, the home needs many many cosmetic fixes.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Garrett D.

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

Great house!

Had a great time. Loved the house. Would love to go back for the next trip.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

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

Beautiful home, ice machine was clutch!! So many great features!

Perfect home for a large family or multiple families and friends, it's huge, very clean, new furniture, the beds are very comfortable. Kitchen is amazing, plenty of room for dining in and has a great area with table and gas grill outside too! It was nice to have an extra refrigerator downstairs to keep the drinks for the coolers. The commercial ice machine is the best, we didn't have to run to the store daily to buy ice this was a huge bonus. With all the fishing we did we were able to fill coolers multiple times, the fish cleaning station on the dock is great! The sunset from the roof top deck is breathtaking!! The location is great, 5 min from the grocery stores and a short walk to a beautiful beach. We absolutely loved it and will definitely be back, this house has it all and more!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

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

Nice waterfront home for large group.

Perfect size for our party of 11. Not for anyone who has problems with stairs. Inside is a spiral staircase that is difficult to maneuver. Outside stairs are much better, but since the main living area is on the upper level you walk up and down way too much. Pool is nice and dock has a fish cleaning station. Commercial ice machine was great when it worked but it broke during our stay. The bonus feature is that in the afternoon the entire back of the house is shaded including the dock. When coming in from a day of fishing or diving, it was great to be out of the sun while unloading and/or cleaning the fish. Minor repairs needed but none that hindered our stay. The management team was very quick to respond to anything that needed attention. The location is great. Publix was just up the road as well as Kmart.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo M.

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

Great Fishing House

This house exceeded my expectations. We had 7 people and we didn't feel crammed or in each other's way. The house was clean and the property manager/owner always responded to my message promptly. I really have nothing negative to say about the house. Will stay at this house again if we come back to Marathon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Matt H.

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

Good vaction spot!

Overall the property was great! Best Part: - It has a nice pool for the kids. - The rooftop to lay out in the sun is also a nice touch, since there isn't a yard to get any sun. - Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for a group. - Short walk/drive to the Beach! Less than a mile. - Kitchen was set up with enough stuff to cook. - Plenty of towels for the pool and beach. - Dock was also a nice are, not many fish though :( Part we didn't like: - There was NO propane in the grill or backup tank, so we couldn't grill out. Never went to pick one up. - Sunroom window wasn't fixed and had some safety concerns for kids. (hopefully will be fixed soon. - Sink was plugged in lower bedroom bath. Wasn't able to get the plug out for a while. Didn't expect to do plumbing work while I was there on vacation. Seemed to have been stuck for a while. - Was a nice place, but a bit on the spendy side for a week in Marathon. Overall, all complaints were small issues compared to what you got. It is perfect house for a family or group up to 8! We had two families with 5 kids. Kids loved the pool!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

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

Great Keys Vacation!

Loved everything about this property. We will be back in two years!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Ben W.

Nice house for group our size in a great location

This house worked out very well for our group of 9 adults (4 couples and one single). Plenty of room with nice kitchen, dining area, sitting areas inside and out, and pool. I understand there are new owners of the house so, while there were a few minor issues with the house (a couple ripped screens, dull knives, issue with pool filter), managers were very responsive and looking to improve this house. Just a short walk (10 minutes) from Sombrero Beach and just a short drive to many stores, restaurants, etc. Overall, this house served out group's needs quite well.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Marathon escape

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025