You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Waterfront Home
You found it!! Bring your boat! Charming cottage located in Venture Out, resort style community located on Cudjoe Key, just 20 miles from Key West. Remodeled cottage, Two bedroom, two bath, sleeps 4 (2 queen beds, there is also a sleep sofa), well equipped kitchen. Screened porch that overlooks the wide canal, 35' concrete bulkhead, with easy access to the Atlantic Ocean or Gulf. Amenities include heated 80' swimming pool, hot tub, tennis courts, full service marina and community convenience store. Wonderful restaurants nearby, post office, gourmet grocery, liquor store. There is a $125.00 fee that is due at check in payable to Venture Out for use of the amenities. Parking for one car, one golf cart and one motorcycle, additional vehicles will park in overflow parking. If you are bringing a boat, we have trailer storage for you just down the street. Please let me know.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Venture Out Keys. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub, laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the cottage.
Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
Amenities include laundry facilities
On-site recreation includes tennis courts
Within a 10-minute walk of Venture Out Keys and Venture Key
As a guest of Waterfront Home, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Summerland Key cottage is smoke free.
Property manager
Susan Rich
Languages
English
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Boat
Heated pool
Kayak
Table tennis
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 816 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Maximum Occupancy Strictly enforced (4 max, including children)
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: $100 pet rent
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: there is a canal in the back with no fence
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Resort Waterfront Home Cudjoe Key
Resort Waterfront Cudjoe Key
Resort Waterfront Home
Waterfront Home Cottage
Waterfront Home Cudjoe Key
Waterfront Home Cottage Cudjoe Key
Waterfront Home Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 168 reviews
10 - Excellent
96
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 168 reviews
8 - Good
45
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 168 reviews
6 - Okay
13
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 168 reviews
4 - Poor
12
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 168 reviews
2 - Terrible
2
8.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
2.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Codee A.
5 Aug 2025
Great location, but not what i expected
Great location. Community amenities are not worth the 125 price tag. The air conditioning had to be set to 75 or it doesn't work. Very uncomfortable.
Codee A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
4/10 Poor
loana a.
7 Jul 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs deep cleaning and maintenance
We booked this property months in advance and added two extra nights because of a situation and no other options were available. It was not cleaned properly—floors felt dirty, bathroom had stains and foot marks, cabinets and knobs were dirty, and thick dust was present on fans and surfaces. AC vents were filthy, and no mop was provided to clean. The dock cleats were loose, bumpers were missing, and we had to tie our boat to a concrete table. Outdoor lights didn’t work, power outlets on the terrace were loose and unsafe, dryer took long to dry, dirty oven, no hot water at washer. Towels provided were old and stained—brought my own. I sent the host photo evidence, and her response was dismissive, she called me “nitpicky.” She claimed she would’ve sent a housekeeper, but I didn’t come here to supervise cleaning during my vacation—I expected the home to be ready and clean. Bed sheets clean and bed comfortably. Good location. Host response : Well, isn’t that why you came to go boating and I think you’re being very nitpicky but go ahead leave me whatever review and remember I will leave you a review as well. I was very accommodating to give you a very reduced rate to come a day early with your boat and also to let you stay another night. You never complained to me once while you were there, I would’ve had my housekeeper come over and address any of your concerns.
loana a.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Gabby C.
22 Jun 2025
Cudjoe key
The house was cozy and a great view of the canal. I like how they had a bathtub and shower with a sliding door and many cabinets and space for things.
Gabby C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Edward D.
16 Jun 2025
Venture out
Venture out resort is a great vaca spot
Edward D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Bill W.
16 May 2025
Good for boating!!
Very good place
Bill W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Charles N.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Chuck
Great price great location
Charles N.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Sharon K.
16 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Good
Sharon K.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Sandy B.
20 Mar 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Waterfront Property
Referring back to the review posted October 28, things haven’t improved This could be a nice place with some TLC
Sandy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
CAROLINE L.
11 Mar 2025
Great spot
Venture out is more of a retirement community than a family resort. The location is ideal and the house was well appointed
CAROLINE L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrea M., Iron Mountain, MI
9 Mar 2025
Andrea M.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Glenn N.
7 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Keys Visit
All was good. Exactly as expected, clean, organized.
Glenn N.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Beth B.
4 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
First trip to the keys
Property was perfect for our needs and a short distance from Key West.
Beth B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy Q., Downingtown
25 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Loved this property and the community. Great property, near some great restaurants. Would definitely stay again.
Amy Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
4/10 Poor
Tina E.
24 Jan 2025
Keys trip
First, you walk into the property through a bedroom. Stupid. The screen doors in the front and back kept falling off the tracks. 4 very old bath towels which meant washing constantly. The overall feel was that the place was old. Shower faucet in the one bathroom was ready to come off the wall. And the smell off the canal was the most disgusting smell - I can’t even describe it.
Tina E.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
David C.
16 Dec 2024
Good, overall
I wasn't expecting a 140 resort fee due before proceeding past the gate guard. The gate guard's response to my puzzled look was, "You were aware of the resort fee, right?" The fee is likely (at least I hope) embedded in the TOS. Moving on. The property permits pets but walking one's dog is prohibited. The properties are so small that one must walk a dog. Knowing this property was on a canal with open water access, I was not surprised that it needed some TLC. I think, most folks rent this type of property for ocean activity, which would require near-constant TLC. We were permitted a late check-out. Thank you to the host.We would rent this property again.
David C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
11 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House
Points lost for not a lot of necessary itemsOnly enough towels for 1 each, no spares The bed in the 2nd room was so high one guest couldn’t get into it, so slept on the sofa, but there was only a spare sheet and no quilt There was only the toilet roll on the holder 1 more, in each bathroom, tiny bottle of dish soap, no dishwashing tabs, (packet was empty)Found 1 tide pod & 1 dryer sheet!! Other than that it was well equipped & clean
Well where do we start. When you first walk in you walk through the spare bedroom. , the house smelled like a mix of cigarettes and dog, everything is pretty much dirty and stained, if you bring a boat be ware that they don’t have any bumpers it’s solid concrete and only have two cleats. The cooking utensils are very old, couches are full of stains as are the ceilings , walls, casings, etc. I don’t believe there’s any money put back into this rental unit.
Was disappointed to say the least
Sonny
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
William G.
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
William G.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
art m.
16 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good fishing "home base"
Has a nice seawall that can accomodate about a 30 foot boat. Cleaning station for fish was nice also. Actual house unit was older, but nice. We really just used it for cooking our fish and sleeping. The main perks of this place is that it has a seawall on a protected canal to keep a boat, has good channel access to both the oceanside and gulf, and is clean. Marina with boat fuel and boat ramp is in Venture Out neighborhood just a few hundred feet away from this actual unit. Overall a good time.
art m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christie O.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Christie O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Susan C.
11 Aug 2024
Tell the truth
The location is amazing with lots of amenities. They have tennis courts, swimming pool right on The Atlantic ocean, a store on site, and many, many more and amenities. I found that the trailer we were in was comfortable, had a great AC just a little dated and needed a bit of maintenance. One thing I was not aware of nor was I told is that you could only have six people which means that your family cannot come into the facility to visit. This was very disappointing as we had family members on the same key just at another location. They couldn’t even come in to go on our boat. Also, they were working on the seawall, so our days were filled with pounding of cement that they were extracting from the seawall all day long. We asked for a new location but didn’t hear back from Jennifer. Communication initially was positive with her, but after I brought it to attention about the seawall, she told me she would get back to me the next day on a possible relocation, but but did not receive a notice back from her the rest of the week. The location was convenient for what we needed it for we were going to lobstering and then to Looe Key!
Susan C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Patty B., Palm Beach Garden,Fl
22 Jun 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s sad
Starting with a good, the beds were clean and comfortable, and the bathrooms were clean.
But the house is sad. No one has done maintenance screens ripped chairs on the porch, broken no bath mats and outside of countertops. Everything is dusty. I wish I could show a picture of the air conditioning vent. It has years worth of dirt on it.
Patty B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan W.
9 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Wonderful little house in a gated area right on a canel.
Susan W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ronald K O., Vero Beach, USA
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Keys rental
We loved our time here and the host was very friendly. We would definitely stay here again!