Captain's Haven

Make your next tropical getaway one for the ages at this Key Colony Beach vacation rental, a breezy waterfront home with access to the Cabana Club. Wind down with a bit of poolside relaxation, or grab a cocktail at its bar and lounge. From its beach, you could also sunbathe, build sand castles with your kids, or swim out into the ocean. The home's enviable location guarantees you'll never be far from fun, whether on land or water. Tee off on the verdant greens at Key Colony Beach Golf Course, cast out a line to land a huge fish in the surrounding open waters, glimpse a spectacular sunset over the ocean, or simply stay home and revel in the blissful island living at your fabulous home.

The spacious interior combines the best of coastal ambiance and functionality. From its light colors to its tropical decor, wicker furniture, and framed artwork, the thoughtful touches here will quickly put you in a relaxed state of mind. Enjoy afternoons in the living area, where your options include cable and a DVD-equipped TV. Kick back and relax on comfy sofas, or mix a favorite cocktail and head onto the sweeping balcony, furnished with an alfresco dining table. Speaking of dining, you'll find everything needed for quick and easy meal prep in the open-concept kitchen, including modern appliances, varied cookware, and ample countertops. When the main course is served, sit down to at the dining table. In the mood for a barbecue? Fire up the gas grill and get cooking! Extra perks include WiFi, air-conditioning, a washer/dryer, a stereo system, off-street parking, and canal frontage for launching a kayak or driving up a boat.

Interested in some fun day trips? You'll find plenty for all ages in the area. For a fun family outing, take your kids to see dolphins, sea turtles, seals, and other curious wildlife at the Dolphin Research Center in Marathon (seven miles north). Put on some sturdy shoes for a nature hike at Curry Hammock State Park (three miles north) where there is also horseback riding, kayaking, and wildlife viewing. Six miles south, the clean shores of Sombrero Beach are definitely worth a visit, as are the natural history exhibits at Crane Point Museum and Nature Center (five miles south).

THINGS TO KNOW

• This home has a seven-day rental minimum.

Permit number: 25230-91571