Oceanfront Luxury

We enjoyed this home for 21 days over the Winter Holidays. It is phenomenal! Finding an oceanfront, quiet property, on a quaint “keysee” street, with gated access is not all that easy. This home makes you feel like you are in your own private compound. The grounds are extremely well maintained and a private boardwalk through the mangroves leads to a small dock that can support keeping a shallow water boat at your beckon call. The heated pool area is very welcoming and the landscaping is beautiful. All of which is amazing as Hurricane Irma passed over the Keys just 3 months earlier than our visit. As I looked at some of the nearby devastation, I came to understand just how special Lisa’s efforts were/are to restore Mar Azul back to its wonderfully welcoming state. This alone should give you a feel of how aggressively she ensures her guest enjoy their visit. The two master suites are very large and well-appointed with bedding, linens, storage, and very nicely decorated. The third bedroom bed room does not have an in-suite bath but is equally beautiful. The house is optimized for perhaps two couples and maybe some kids. The great room is not large but opens up to expansive decking with wonderful views. The kitchen is small but contains all you would ever need. I have rented multiple properties in the Keys and I assure you if you are looking for something you need while preparing your meals, you will find it at Mar Azul. Additionally, the gas grill under a poolside gazebo is perfect for grilling the bountiful treats you can pull from the Gulf or Atlantic. Marathon is a great Key, with plenty of shops and great restaurants. We will be back.

This is both a unique and well-run property. Lisa is very accessible and responsive. I left something very valuable here, and before I even realized it Lisa had told me it was found and wanted to know where to send it. The house is very clean, beds are very comfortable. There's great cooking stuff & grill setup. Pool heated, small, but big enough for everyone. We stayed here twice in 2018 and we will be staying here again. There is so much life in the mangroves. Keys Kayak LLc will deliver kayaks before you arrive [totally cool, about .5 miles away]. I've had kayaks here and rented boats at this property--21'-23'. It's great kayaking locally. There are tarpon right at the dock at night and high tide. I've hooked but not landed a large tarpon right from the dock. Low tide you might kick up some mud parking but this place is fine by boat.