We had a great week at this property and ultimately gave it 5 stars because it delivered exactly what we needed: an unbeatable location, beautiful water views, and a convenient home base for exploring the Keys.The biggest strengths are definitely the setting and location. The views are fantastic, and Grassy Key was a great central location for day trips both north and south. We spent most of our time out exploring, on the water, or enjoying the area, so having an affordable waterfront place to return to each evening worked well for our family.As fellow vacation rental hosts, I do think it’s important to set realistic expectations. This is not a luxury property or what many travelers would consider a “5-star experience” home. The house itself is quite basic and could benefit from some updates and repairs. The beds were not particularly comfortable, and amenities were minimal compared to many vacation rentals we have stayed in. If you’re looking for a highly appointed property with premium furnishings, extra touches, and resort-style comforts, this may not be the best fit.That said, if your priorities are location, views, affordability, and having a simple place to sleep between adventures, this property offers good value. It worked well for our family because we were rarely inside, and the waterfront setting was the real highlight of the stay.

Amazing place to stay. Pool and dock make this place worth every penny would stay again. Frank was great to deal with if we had any questions he responded right away.

Absolutely gorgeous property! I spent most of my time on the dock as its like having a personal aquarium. House had a few small hiccups but overall, we loved the views, location and privacy of this home.

The property was beautiful wow; the view is absolutely gorgeous! Having all three bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms was a great touch.That said, the VRBO description was a bit misleading. The “hot tub” is actually a small soaking pool attached to the main pool and is the same temperature, so it’s not a true hot tub. Not a deal breaker, but it would have been helpful to know. The listing also mentions a beach within a one-minute walk, which isn’t accurate—there’s only a small sandy area before a rock wall and deck. However, there are beautiful beaches nearby.A nice surprise was the screened-in porch, which wasn’t listed and ended up being a great bonus.The home was clean and in good condition—slightly older, but well maintained. However, the biggest issue was the lack of basic supplies. We stayed seven nights as a family of six and were provided very limited toilet paper and travel-size toiletries with no extras. The kitchen was stocked with dishes but had no coffee or similar basics. The dishwasher didn’t work well, the stove was difficult to use, and the fridge had a broken drawer.Supplies like paper towels, trash bags, and cleaning items were also minimal, so we had to purchase our own and ended up leaving more behind. There’s also a rule to clean the BBQ, but no tools were provided.Overall, we enjoyed the stay—the home was clean, the area was quiet, and the view was incredible—but a more accurate listing and better stocking of essentials would make a big difference