Title: Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! Family-friendly holiday home in Cutler Bay ## Photo gallery for Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! (Cutler Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107170000/107162800/107162784/4fe7a763.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! (Cutler Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107170000/107162800/107162784/49319bb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! (Cutler Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107170000/107162800/107162784/7c63fdfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, computer monitors, printers - Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! (Cutler Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107170000/107162800/107162784/4ccbc786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! (Cutler Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107170000/107162800/107162784/e5e424c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A garden, a playground and an arcade/games room are just a few of the amenities provided at Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun!. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. ## Reviews 4.0 ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Breakfast available £418 includes taxes & fees 3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026 ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! Welcome to \*\*Casa Bay\*\*, your oasis home in the heart of Cutler Bay, Florida! This beautifully furnished 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house offers comfort, convenience, and a taste of the Floridian lifestyle. Walking distance to park, busway connecting major cities like Miami Beach, Coconut Grove , Bayfront, also near major highways. Ideal for families, professionals, students or anyone seeking a temporary yet welcoming place to call home. \*\*Property Features:\*\* \- \*\*Spacious Living Area:\*\* Enjoy the bright and airy living room with modern furnishings, perfect for relaxation or entertaining. \- \*\*Fully Equipped Kitchen:\*\* A chef's delight with full stock of appliances, ample counter space, and all the essentials for home-cooked meals. \- \*\*Comfortable Bedrooms:\*\* \- Master bedroom with a luxurious King bed. \- Two bedrooms each featuring a cozy Queen bed. \- One bedroom with three Twin beds, perfect for children or additional guests. \- \*\*Modern Bathrooms:\*\* Two pristine bathrooms with updated LED fixtures and plenty of space. \- \*\*Smart Home Features:\*\* Experience the convenience of smart home technology, including automated lighting, thermostat control, and keyless entry. \- \*\*Entertainment Galore:\*\* An entertainment projector for movie nights and six smart TVs throughout the house, ensuring everyone has their own space to unwind. \- \*\*Outdoor Space:\*\* A beautiful enclosed backyard, ideal for enjoying the Florida sunshine, outdoor dining, or simply unwinding. \- \*\*Parking:\*\* Convenient off-street parking available. \*\*Nearby Attractions:\*\* \- \*\*Black Point Marina:\*\* Just a short drive away, this marina offers boating, fishing, and a scenic park for picnics and relaxation. \- \*\*Southland Mall:\*\* Enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment options at this nearby mall. \- \*\*Zoo Miami:\*\* One of the top-rated zoos in the country, perfect for family outings and exploring wildlife. \*\*Education:\*\* \- \*\*Cutler Bay Academy:\*\* A top-rated local school offering excellent educational programs for various age groups. \- \*\*Miami-Dade College - Homestead Campus:\*\* Within a convenient drive, providing a range of courses and programs for higher education. \- \*\*Florida International University (FIU):\*\* A short drive away, FIU offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. \- \*\*University of Miami:\*\* Located in nearby Coral Gables, offering prestigious programs and a beautiful campus. \*\*Healthcare Facilities:\*\* \- \*\*Jackson South Medical Center:\*\* A full-service hospital offering a wide range of medical services and emergency care. \- \*\*Baptist Health South Florida:\*\* Renowned for its comprehensive medical facilities and specialist services, located nearby for your healthcare needs. \- \*\*Homestead Hospital:\*\* Part of Baptist Health, offering a variety of healthcare services including emergency care, surgery, and maternity services. \- \*\*Nicklaus Children's Hospital:\*\* Known for its pediatric care, located within a reasonable distance for families. Whether you're here for work, relocating, or simply exploring the vibrant Cutler Bay area, Casa Bay offers everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Don't miss out on this incredible rental opportunity in one of Florida's most desirable locations! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near the marina ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121150000/121140800/121140757/f887762a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family & Group Getaway | Pool + Huge Backyard Palmetto Bay - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=121140757&PinnedHotelID=121140757&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123350000/123346900/123346859/f139bc5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-BR Stay in Cutler Bay w/ Fast Wi-Fi, AC, Smart Lock & Parking –Pets,near Keys Cutler Bay - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 1 review £274 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=123346859&PinnedHotelID=123346859&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89510000/89503400/89503353/5fe4b4fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hidden Gem 4BR Home with Private Pool & Game Room Lauderdale Lakes - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 7.0 Good 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=89503353&PinnedHotelID=89503353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114960000/114955700/114955608/8adb31d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Miami Stunning Waterfront Villa Escape North Bay Village - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=114955608&PinnedHotelID=114955608&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112940000/112932000/112931940/60b06829.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Haven: 5 BDR, 9 beds, 6 miles to beach Miami - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=112931940&PinnedHotelID=112931940&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74740000/74730500/74730465/f0e16571.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Restful Posturepedic Beds! enjoy Luna Sky! 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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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=25.583303,-80.35861&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wrd%7BCh%60niN%3FO%40Q%3FQ%3FQ%40O%40Q%40Q%40O%40Q%40OBQ%40QBO%40ODQBOBQBODOBODODQDMDQDMFODOFOFODMFMFOHMFMFOHMHMHMFKHMHMJKHMHKJKHKJMJIJKJIJKJKJILIJIJILIJILGLILELILGLGLGLELELGNELELENELENCLCNENCLANCNALCNANANCNAL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%3FN%40LBN%40N%40NBN%40LBNBL%40NDNBLBNDLDLDNDLDLFNDLDLFLFLFLHJDLHLFLHJHLHJHJHJHLJJJJHHJJHJLJJHJJLHJHJHLHLHJHLFLHLFNHLFLFNFLFLFNDNFNDNDLDPDLDPDNDNBNDNBPBNBPBN%40NBP%40PBN%40P%40N%40P%40P%3FN%40P%3FP%3FP%3FN%3FP%3FP%3FNAP%3FPANAPAPANCNARCNANCPCNCNCPENCPELEPENENENENELGPELGNGNGLGLGNILGLILGLILILILIJILIJKLIJKJKJKHIJKJKJMHKHKHKHMJKFMHMFMHKFMFMFMFMFMFODMDMFODMDMBODMBODOBM%40ODM%40OBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOAOCMAOCOAMCOCOCMEOCMEOCMEMEOGMEMEMGMGMGMGMGMGMIMGKIMGKKKIMIKIKIKKKKKKKIKKIKKKIMIKKMIKIMGMIMIMIMGMGMIOGMGMEOGOGMEQGMEOEOEOEOEQCMEQCOCQCOEOAQCOAOCSAOAOAQAQAOAQ%3FQ%3FOAQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=v1vLhcUlD3gUrcYtbGDrVWUHcuY=) Cutler Bay, FL #### What's nearby - Southland Mall \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Regal Southland Mall \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Dadeland Mall \- 15 min drive \- 13.2 miles - Dolphin Mall \- 21 min drive \- 18.0 miles - Port of Miami \- 35 min drive \- 28.8 miles #### Getting around - Miami Airport Station - 27 min drive - Miami International Airport (MIA) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Raising Cane’s - ‬18 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk - ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun!? ### How much is parking at Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun!? ### What time is check-in at Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun!? ### What time is check-out at Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun!? ### Where is Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Casa Bay-Spacious Family Friendly 4 Bedroom Home with Ultimate Backyard Fun! Reviews ## Reviews All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 2.0 Cleanliness ### 2.0 Location ## Reviews ### 4/10 Poor #### Arlene C. 14 Oct 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### hurricane escape property was clean ##### Arlene C. 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