A stay in one of our Marathon vacation rentals is one of the best ways to experience South Florida. Feel your stress slip away with the tropical breeze and enjoy the best of coastal living at your fingertips, like beautiful white sand beaches, water sports, marine wildlife, delicious fresh seafood, and of course, panoramic ocean views. Adventure out for the perfect vacation and try island living along the Florida Keys.
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Yes, 45 of our Marathon homes allow dogs—so feel free to bring Fido along. (Just make sure to check individual home listings for any limits on the number and size of dogs they allow).
Browse dog-friendly homes >Yes. 131 of our Marathon vacation rentals have internet access, so you can stay connected throughout your trip.
Browse homes with internet access >Absolutely. Our local Marathon team includes professional housekeepers who care for all our homes here. They’ll clean thoroughly and restock amenities, so everything is ready for your arrival—and all you have to do is settle in and relax.
Learn more about Vacasa Premium Clean >Marathon vacation homes rest along a 10-mile-long island chain (comprised mainly of Fat Deer, Vaca, and Grassy Keys) off the southern tip of Florida. It is known for its year-round warm weather, great fishing, local seafood, and coral reefs best explored by both scuba diving and snorkeling. This unique town is one of the most popular destinations for Florida Keys vacation homes, thanks to its central location and access to many activities, both indoors and out.
The Florida Keys are home to popular travel spots like Key West, Key Largo, Marathon Key, and some of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the United States. During your stay, enjoy kid-friendly activities like a tour through the Dolphin Research Center, Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, and the Turtle Hospital. Reconnect with nature or enjoy quality quiet time together with a trip to Curry Hammock State Park or grab a careful glimpse of nesting sea turtles at Coco Plum Beach.
Tucked in between Islamorada to the east and the lower keys to the west, and accessible via the renowned Seven Mile Bridge, our Marathon house rentals offer a wide range of activities, from snorkeling to sailing to interacting with dolphins at the Dolphin Research Center, making it particularly well-suited for families.
Because of its location in the middle of the key islands, Marathon is within a day’s drive to both mainland Florida (Homestead, the nearest town, lies 77 miles east) and the southernmost U.S. city of Key West, at just 55 miles to the west. For some cool history, check out the Hemingway Home, where Ernest Hemingway once lived. With its unique history, its pastel-hued houses, and great sport fishing, Key West is a sure bet for a fun daytime excursion within easy reach of your Marathon condo rental.
Miami, a city known for its Latin-infused culture, great food, fine shopping, and world-famous nightlife, lies just 116 miles to the northeast. The nearby resort town of Miami Beach is a great place to stay if you don't want to be in the hustle and bustle of the city. Cudjoe, Big Pine, Sugarloaf, Duck, Key Largo, and many more islands that make up the rest of the Florida Keys sit both east and west of Marathon and are an easy drive north and south on the Seven Mile Bridge.
For a fantastic home base in Florida, a stay in any of our Marathon vacation condos and house rentals promises a getaway to remember.