Fran's Place on the Water
About this house rental
Located in Key Colony Beach, this charming house for $233 per night is a great option for your next break. This spacious duplex is located in a tropical paradise. The property is on 11th Street, facing east, on the island City of Key Colony Beach at MM 54 in the Middle Keys (near Marathon). This is a canal-front unit with a 37-foot dock, fish-cleaning table with light, and easy access to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The home features a new, large 29-foot screened porch fronting the canal (great place to dine), two bedrooms, two baths, great room, carport and laundry room. The master bedroom has a king bed and the guest bedroom has two double beds. Each bedroom has it's own full bathroom. The unit has been remodeled with a new kitchen, new baths, comfortable furnishings/beds, central air and heat, and tiled flooring. Membership to a private beach on the Atlantic with fresh water shower and picnic area is included. The beach is a five-minute walk from the unit, as is SUNSET PARK. Beach chairs and beach towels are provided. BICYCLES, WiFi and three flat-screen tvs are included. Key Colony Beach is an island city that offers a quiet, tropical setting with excellent restaurants, boat rentals, charter boats, par three golf, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, bocce, horseshoes, shuffleboard, basketball court, and children's playground within walking distance. In combination with our remodeled unit, this a winning, vacation location. This is a SMOKE FREE AND PET FREE home. Keywords: home, waterfront
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Key Colony Beach, FL
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(56 Reviews)
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fran's Place. It was cute and very clean with a wonderful screened porch to enjoy watching the activity on the canal. The beds were some of the most comfortable we have had in a vacation rental! Great communication with the host also! We would definitely stay here again!!
5.0
Fran's Place certainly did not disappoint. We frequent the Florida Keys annually and this is by far the best place we have stayed. In fact, I hesitate to write such a glowing review for fear our new secret will get out.
Fran's Place is very clean, the kitchen is very well appointed, the outside yard and dock were immaculate, and Fran was always available should we need her. The fish cleaning station is really nice as well. The outdoor grill was clean and well-shaded next to the front porch and within easy access to the front door and kitchen. The rooms are large and the King size mattress in the master bedroom is high quality. Cheap bedding seems to abound in vacation rentals we have stayed at in the past.
There is easy access to both the Atlantic and the Gulf waters and the fishing was great. We have a flats boat, but because the waters on the Atlantic side were so calm the first few days we were able to do quite a bit of (slightly) offshore fishing.
The outdoor bait freezer is a big plus. As native Floridians we know just how hot it can get during the summer. We did notice how well insulated the roof over the back porch was and with the ceiling fan on we could actually enjoy sitting on the porch in July.
There are tons of amazing restaurants nearby as well.
So now you know our newest secret, but is is okay because Fran and her family deserve the praise.
5.0
Fran’s place was amazing. She communicated very well. Her home was very clean. We had everything we needed. We saw manatee, shark, parrot fish, grunts and more fish right off the dock. We thoroughly enjoyed evenings and mornings fishing off the dock. The area is very quiet! Watched a fantastic sunset at Sunset Beach. Swam with a stingray at Inch Beach. Snorkeled at Looe Key. Took a day trip to Key West. We truly had a blessed wonderful week!
5.0
Stayed for a week and had a wonderful time! The house is a "10", photos do not do it justice. It is fully stocked and is in brand new condition. We enjoyed the restaurants and beaches all within the neighborhood. Looking forward to our next visit!
5.0
Fran was amazing.. so easy to work with.. the house was gorgeous and had everything you needed.. ❤️❤️❤️
5.0
This is the perfect place to relax and unwind. The house had everything you’d need - beach towels, bikes, locks, cooler, tackle and gear, net, cookware, and so on. The beds were so comfortable and the place was super clean. Fran thought of everything and you can tell it’s a beloved home with all the comforts and updates needed to rival any 5-star hotel. We’d stay again in a heartbeat!
5.0
hostess was super nice and helpful.very nicely decorated .wonderfully relaxing and quiet.we will be back next yr.Highly recommend.
5.0
Fran and her house were both amazing. I took a class in Marathon, and it was so nice to chill on the quiet canal in the evenings. AC works well as do all of the appliances, and the mattresses are comfortable. Eat at Keys Fisheries for their fresh fish and Lobster Mac ‘n Cheese. We were not ready to leave. Hoping to return next year. Thanks, Fran!
10.0
hostess was super nice and helpful.very nicely decorated .wonderfully relaxing and quiet.we will be back next yr.Highly recommend.
5.0
We’ve visited Key Colony several times now and this was our favorite place we have stayed! Manatees, parrot fish, mangroves snapper, nurse sharks and even a tarpon entertained us in the canal and we also rented kayaks for a few days.
The neighborhood is quiet so don’t expect a Key West vibe, it’s time to unwind here. Inch Beach was a lovely bonus and Havana Jack’s is always a fun place to have drinks.
We had a great time and would definitely stay here again - thanks Fran!
10.0
We’ve visited Key Colony several times now and this was our favorite place we have stayed! Manatees, parrot fish, mangroves snapper, nurse sharks and even a tarpon entertained us in the canal and we also rented kayaks for a few days.
The neighborhood is quiet so don’t expect a Key West vibe, it’s time to unwind here. Inch Beach was a lovely bonus and Havana Jack’s is always a fun place to have drinks.
We had a great time and would definitely stay here again - thanks Fran!
10.0
Fran and her house were both amazing. I took a class in Marathon, and it was so nice to chill on the quiet canal in the evenings. AC works well as do all of the appliances, and the mattresses are comfortable. Eat at Keys Fisheries for their fresh fish and Lobster Mac ‘n Cheese. We were not ready to leave. Hoping to return next year. Thanks, Fran!
5.0
Fran’s place was exactly as described and then some. Upon arrival, you feel a level of tranquility like no other. The home was very well appointed with all conveniences and then some. Make sure to read the storybook about the home and history behind it. Thank you for a wonderful stay!!
5.0
We love visiting Fran’s Place. Safe neighborhood, very clean, the kitchen is well stocked with appliances etc, and very comfortable furnishings. Can’t think of anything we needed. And they are quickly responsive to any questions etc. We have already made plans for our next trip there. Highly recommend!!!
5.0
What an amazing place! We arrived to a sparkling clean beautifully decorated oasis on the Keys! We were so pleasantly surprised at all the amenities and conveniences Fran had available at her place. We enjoyed the screened in porch for evening card games and the WiFi for locating the perfect places to visit or eat.
It is so perfectly located on Marathon, a trip to a shop or the store is quick and easy.
Savanna’s Sweets is just moments away for delicious key lime, local made ice cream or cookies.
It is the perfect area to ride bikes, which was so nice. And the beaches, both Sunset Beach to watch beautiful sunsets, or Inch Beach with the most perfect little beach with spots for shade or lovers...ahhhhh so good.
Sitting out back by the canal each morning to read and watch the sunrise was an added bonus.
Fran provided amazing suggestions and was quick to respond to any question we had. We could not have dreamed of a better week.
5.0
Amazing... If you reading this just book it trust me you'll thank me later great location, on the water, quite place, wonderful owners, house has everything to make your stay prefect. So dont worry if you forget something they'll have it. 5 stars plus 5 stars it don't get any better unless you buy a spot for yourself..
5.0
The location was wonderful! Fran’s place is nicely decorated and very clean!
5.0
We stayed at Fran's place and had an amazing week. The home was spotless and well stocked with all our needs. The kitchen was packed with any item you may need (from spices to cookware). Fran had bikes, tennis rackets, laundry detergent and an abundance of linens available for us. Great location with easy boat access for fishing and snorkeling. We had a fabulous time at this home!
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The place is beautiful and the location is great. Enjoyed my coffee each morning and dinner in the evening on the screened in porch. Would recommend highly.
5.0
Simply put, the longer we were there the more at home I felt. I did not want to leave. Of five visits to Key Colony Beach, Frans Place stands out as the BEST!
5.0
Fran was easy to work with and communicated all that was necessary for a wonderful stay!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Key Colony Beach?
The average price for a rental in Key Colony Beach is $404 per night. This rental is $171 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Fran's Place on the Water. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Fran's Place on the Water pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Fran's Place on the Water?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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