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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper
Property grounds
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Tavernier, FL
  • Popular LocationFlorida Keys Dive Center4 min walk
  • Popular LocationFounders Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationTheater of the Sea9 min drive
  • AirportMiami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.)83 min drive

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Capt Craig's 1 Bedroom /1 Bath Apartment in Islamorada, Florida Keys

About the area

Tavernier

City center stay.Stay at this Tavernier houseboat and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Florida Keys Dive Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Mariners Hospital. Also, Old Road Gallery is within 2 miles (3 km) and Islamorada County Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Florida Keys Dive Center - 4 min walk
  • Islamorada County Park - 5 min drive
  • Founders Park - 8 min drive
  • Theater of the Sea - 9 min drive
  • Baker's Cay Resort Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dillon's Pub & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hog Heaven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blond Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chad's Deli & Bakery - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A 57-foot trawler in Islamorada

Located in a friendly marina with a restaurants, gift shop, tiki bar, kayaks, jet skis, and charter fishing boats minutes away.





































































































































































































































































































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Property manager

Don Tritschler

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: small party only
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. Note from host: small party only For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
57 ft Defever in Islamorada Houseboat
57 ft Defever in Islamorada Tavernier
57 ft Defever in Islamorada Houseboat Tavernier

A 57-foot trawler in Islamorada Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joseph P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Life aboard a boat.
Dated, but very clean. Niced friendly marina. Joe
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
The owner Don hooked us up with an excellent Fishing charter and had a blast catching keeper yellow tail snapper.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian d.

Liked: Cleanliness
second stay
Don is a fantastic host. The boat is a perfect base for fishing either ocean or bay side being right on Tavernier Creek. No issues with boat (AC, plumbing, kitchen bbq, etc) Everything needed was in easy walking distance around the Marina. I'll be back!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARIA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome boat adventure!
We had so much fun here! Definitely want to stay longer. If you appreciate marina life⚓️you'll be right at home. Thanks Don!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Marc Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boat
Had a great time. The boat is dated. Don made a repair of the water system in a very timely manner.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little getaway
What a great houseboat! Nice little place across the way to get a bite to eat. And the view from the top deck priceless!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big boat.
Don is a very nice host. The boat was what I expected. Unfortunately, we had to leave a day early due to an odor. Don worked things out with us and was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett B.

Went for a weekend get away
Our stay was great! This is an antique boat so do not expect a 5 star resort or anything. We met up with Don so he could show us around and give us the keys and after that, we watched football in the dining area and also really enjoyed having some drinks on the top deck. Really cool place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Autumn C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Islamorada
Someone form VRBO really needs to go see this boat. As a boat owner myself I understand there is a lot of maintenance but this place is disgusting! I have photos I am happy to share if you let me know where to send them. The owner was very nice but that is the only positive comment I have
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Diane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boat Stay
It was not the typical rental. It was “fun” but loud the first night because of a party.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don's Magical Vessel Rental
Hello readers this will be one of your most honest reviews for this boat/property rental you might be interested in so I will get right to the point. If you and your guests are really and truely the boater types and can appreciate what a fine vessel like this one is that was fully equipped with everything you could possibly want or neeed including ice cold ac and cable tv. Whether you are going out to sea or just staying in dockside at the marina it's a race ready to go good time. Now to make it an even better stay it's a vessel that has been usesd and lived on for some years now so it bares a certain character trait that money just can't buy or create when it's all shiney and new. It presents the possibly that it could be yours now or one day if that is your dream this was the part we really LOVED! In my opinion that alone makes your stay feel as real as it can get and put the icing on the cake for us! It's also strategicly docked next to all the ammenities you will ever need dockside at the Marina great food and restaurants there live bands and gift shop as well. Don is an exceptional host who was very accommodating and always available. 5 Stars 5 Diamond guys you won't be disappointed. Thanks Don see you again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing For 2 Days Islamorada !
Great Base Camp for 3 / 4 Guys planning fishing trips ! Don was a Great Host and good time was had by all ......
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Katie B.

It is in fact a boat! A big boat!
This is an authentic stay for the adventurous. I don't see this fitting families well if the children are under 12ish, and not more than 2. Best for families familiar with boats or RV's. Pros: Clean and comfortable bedding, towels, shower, and several GREAT spaces to sit and relax, with a beautiful marina feel. Modern TV, and usable kitchen. Very accommodating host. Things to be aware of/check: Is there AC/do you need it? The berths can get hot at night. Is there a kitty/do you have allergies to a kitty. Stairs - narrow and winding (we kept our suitcases upstairs). Location is good, parking was very easy, band stopped at about 9:30 (St. Patrick's Day) and it was very nice to listen from the upper deck. Foot traffic was otherwise very minimal, and it was generally very quiet, although not private. Convenient to a LOT of things. It was a very fun and great rental, but only if the expectations fit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

brian d.

Liked: Cleanliness
ideal
perfect base camp for fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage VRBOat!
My 18 year old daughter and I really enjoyed our stay on Don’s boat. It’s not a new rig and has its quirks but has good a/c, adequate Wi-Fi, nice smart tvs and a stocked kitchen. Don is a kind and gracious host. Conveniently located right next to 3 restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

dave h., advance, nc

Location, Location, Location
Three old (ages 69, 74 and 79) fishing and hunting buddies rented this old girl for 6 nights in March 2022. We had a GREAT time ! Don, owner and host, greeted us upon arrival, helped with our gear, and explained all the boat's systems to us. All systems with the exception of one marine head, worked as advertised--most important being 1) AC, 2) Ice maker, and 3) Coffee maker. The big screen TV had a great picture and worked perfectly although we seldom utilized it. It was a grand adventure for 3 salty old sportsmen. That being said we all agreed our wives would not have felt as "at home" as we did. In her day she was a grand old lady. Today, however, she's showing her age and could use quite a bit of TLC. The soles (flooring) were in the process of being repaired in several places and most of the woodwork could use refinishing. These items were small inconveniencies to us but would not have been warmly received by our spouses. Also, I suggest you ask Don about the idiosyncrasies regarding the toilets before booking. All that being said, one could not ask for a better location. She lies (albeit with a noticeable list to port) in a beautiful marina that offers adequate parking, access to kayaks, an excursion boat, and offshore fishing charters. But by far the best part of the marina is the access to three really, really good restaurants. Maria's Cuban Coffee shop has delicious coffees, smoothies, sandwiches and deserts. The Raw Bar sits on the marina offers great oysters, stone crab, and lobster as well as burgers, fresh fish and much more all at a great value. Upstairs in the same building is a lively bar and upscale, fine dining restaurant. All three are only steps from the boat. Don is a wonderful host and will do his best to accommodate his guests. Don't hesitate to speak with him prior to your visit. He'll be happy to hear from you.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesomeness
Boat was in great location, and very easy to get comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Gregg H.

Staying on the water for fishing trip
The host, Don, was a wonderful host. Friendly and greeted us at the boat when we pulled in late evening. The boat is old and tired. Only one head worked and no on board shower. While the marina facilities were only steps away..the bathrooms and showers were not well maintained. Don is trying to upgrade /renovate sections of the oat including the heads..but it is an old boat. Too tired to be in VRBO. We live on the Chesapeake Bay and are around a lot of boats. Our expectations were realistic unfortunately they were not met. The dock has a great restaurant and a supe new Cuban coffee cafe. Is close to everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boat stay
Hreat boat, very cool, eclectic experience across the board! Very accommodating host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021