Historic Captain Kenny's House - SCUBA, Family Friendly, Marina & Dining

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

About this house rental

HISTORIC HOME: Welcome to Captain Kenny's House! Our family built this home in 1925 in Boynton Beach, FL and now it has been in the family for 5 generations! As the owner of this home and great-great granddaughter of the original owner/builder, I am excited to make it available to guests and share the history of our family for the very first time! OUR HISTORY: Kenneth Lyman, was the grandson of Morris Benson (M.B.) and Mary Lyman, credited with the founding of the town of Lantana, FL in 1921 and who built their historic home in 1889 in that town which is recognized as the 2nd oldest. M.B. Lyman's home is now the site of the popular Old Key Lime House, a water-front restaurant, known for it's award winning key lime pie and largest tiki bar in south Florida! Captain Kenny was the owner of Lyman's Sports Fishing Docks located at the current site of the Boynton Beach Marina and a recreation charter fishing boat captain. He took out private clients on his boat the "Lucky Penny" named after his wife of 63 years, Penny Lyman and introduced them to the wonderful world of sports fishing. A self-proclaimed "cowboy of the seas", Captain Kenny dazzled his clients with his skill and tenacity as a captain and sports fisherman. Lyman's Fishing Docks became a popular tourist destination in the 1950's, hosting dozens of fishing competitions, beauty queen contests and local fish fries which raised money for local charitable causes. THE HOME: Captain Kenny's House was built in 1925 by his other set of grandparents, Frank and Alice Austin, and was completely renovated in 2007. It is centrally located in downtown Boynton Beach and a 5 minute walk to local, casual and upscale restaurants, community parks, the Schoolhouse Children's Museum, City Hall's NEW outdoor amphitheater, public library, Boynton Harbor marina, diving, jet-skiing, sports fishing, parasailing and MORE and exactly 1 mile to the beach with sidewalks the whole way! The town of Boynton Beach hosts a number of festivals, parades and events and the location of this home puts guests at the epicenter of all the fun and festivities! It is also the ideal home base for day trips to Fort Lauderdale, Miami and the Florida Keys. When you stay at the historic Captain Kenny's House, you will experience a home that is deeply rooted in history, but also equipped with all the desired amenities of a short-term vacation rental: large private fenced yard with hardscape patio courtyard, gas grill, SCUBA rinsing station, shed with beach gear, oversized driveway for car and boat parking, oversized dining table, high-speed internet, wi-fi, keyless entry, full size washer/dryer, high-chair and travel crib, books, toys and board-games, ALL linens included, fully-stocked kitchen with spice cabinet, coffee/espresso station and 2 smart TVs. As a big homeschool family, we have outfitted our home to accommodate the needs of families similar to ours too! We are also a musical family so this home has a full-size weighted keyboard and guitar available for guest use. Please be careful with each and ENJOY! *NO PETS Allowed. Also, please note that the fireplace is not functioning and is not to be used. We invite you to visit our family's home and learn more about Captain Kenny and the sports fishing industry for which Boynton Beach is so well-known!

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Boynton Beach, FL

House in Boynton Beach, FL


Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

$$$$

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(15 Reviews)
10.0
Feb 2024
We enjoyed staying in this charming home. It was well equipped with everything we needed. The location was within walking distance to restaurants and a marina.
5.0
Dec 2023
Wonderful location and home with many amenities for young children. Comfortable, cozy home, well kept and clean.
5.0
Dec 2023
This was a relaxing and comfortable stay. Brenda was easy to communicate with, the beds were very comfortable, and the home was well stocked, clean and as we expected. The only thing I was not aware of were the trains running right behind the house, but we were not bothered by them. I would recommend Captain Kenny's for the next guests! Thank you Brenda. 😊
5.0
Nov 2023
The property is a beautiful space, very clean, spacious and accommodating for our dog. The only thing we didn’t expect is that the train is pretty much in the back yard. Very loud. Literally shakes the house. Besides that had a lovely stay.
5.0
Nov 2023
Clean and very spacious
5.0
May 2023
The privacy of the Captain Kenny home is nice. Walled-in backyard and plenty of space for entertaining. Sheets and towels are clean and soft. Good a/c. Would definitely recommend as a great getaway vacation rental, just wish we had more time to enjoy it!
5.0
Feb 2023
My family of 4 had a lovely time at this house. It was clean, close to family we were visiting in Florida and had just about everything we could think of for our kids in the house. Brenda was lovely to work with and we loved the history behind the house too. We hope to come back again in future years for vacation!
5.0
Dec 2022
Clean and spacious. At any one time only had 3 adults or less staying. Loved that there were basically three living areas (including the patio area). That if you wanted to be together you could but if you needed privacy that was easily accommodated. The house was well supplied and minimized things that were needed to be able to cook etc. I am looking forward to staying here again.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Boynton Beach?

The average price for a rental in Boynton Beach is $265 per night. This rental is $128 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic Captain Kenny's House - SCUBA, Family Friendly, Marina & Dining. 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 Historic Captain Kenny's House - SCUBA, Family Friendly, Marina & Dining pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Historic Captain Kenny's House - SCUBA, Family Friendly, Marina & Dining?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

Boynton Beach travel inspiration

Read our blog