Title: Island Sanctuary Islamorada 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 house boat # Island Sanctuary Islamorada Waterfront houseboat in Tavernier with a water park ## Photo gallery for Island Sanctuary Islamorada ![Marina - Island Sanctuary Islamorada (Tavernier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96473300/96473229/w905h683x60y0-10596317.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Island Sanctuary Islamorada (Tavernier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96473300/96473229/w903h683x60y0-ed597f77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Books - Island Sanctuary Islamorada (Tavernier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96473300/96473229/w905h683x60y0-4fee4dcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets - Island Sanctuary Islamorada (Tavernier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96473300/96473229/w905h683x60y0-853e5b0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Island Sanctuary Islamorada (Tavernier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96473300/96473229/w905h683x60y0-23f3304c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Aboard the eco-friendly 63 ft River Queen, unwind in a serene harbor with panoramic views of breathtaking sunrises and sets. Enjoy access to the entire vessel, including rooftop and downstairs areas, while taking advantage of solar panels and wind generators for sustainable energy. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire house boat 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £313 includes taxes & fees 10 Feb - 11 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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. ### Island Sanctuary Islamorada Stay aboard the eco-friendly two-story 63 ft River Queen with a 360 degree view with beautiful sunrises and sets, mored 1/8 mi offshore in a quite harbor close to shopping center, movie theater, hospital, bars & restaurants. A 10-foot dinghy with small outboard to come & go from shore "ONLY", nowhere else. I also offer Personal Training, deep tissue work & Life Coach sessions. I live on the vessel about a hundred yards from you so if there are any questions, etc. I will be there to assist you. The space 63 ft. two-story Eco Friendly River Queen vessel mored off shore in a protected Harbor with a 360-degree rotating View. It's equipped with solar panels & a wind generator. There's a 10 ft dinghy to get to & from Shore "ONLY", nowhere else. It's a stable vessel so there's no rocking and rolling . The sunrise & sets are beautiful. Enjoy your journey. Guest access You"ll have access to the whole vessel which has a downstairs, upstairs & a rooftop. Only two people allowed on the boat, "No" exceptions. Other things to note I have a rain water system that supplies the vessel & I ask that there is conservation of water. So when taking shower "Please" use it sparingly. (I may have to come over and put my gutter hoses into my water tank if it begins raining but I will not disturb you as I will not have to come inside) You can see the bathroom & shower on my photos. "IMPORTANT", While running the generator, the downstairs front windows have to be open and if they are closed due to cold weather or rain make sure you close the upstairs back sliding glass doors so it doesn't create a backdraft to bring the fumes into the boat. If you have any other questions please ask. Only two people allowed on the boat, "No" exceptions Thanks. Additional rules Only "TWO" people allowed on the boat due to insurance policies, dinghy size, freshwater supply & blackwater tank and that means "No" visitors. Please do dishes and keep the vessel clean. "No loud music". Thanks, enjoy ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Water park - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive recycling policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Solar energy - Unit size: 1,000 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets - Wind energy ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105410000/105400100/105400060/109eec62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1.5 Bedroom, 1 bath with back deck. 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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 This property uses wind and solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Located in Tavernier, this houseboat is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Old Road Gallery and History of Diving Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Jacob's Aquatic Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Tavernier travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tavernier.dx10047) [View more Houseboats in Tavernier](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tavernier-Houseboats.d10047-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=25.01156,-80.51154&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:k%7DtwCb%7CkjN%40O%3FQ%3FQ%40O%3FQ%40Q%40O%40O%40S%40OBO%40QBOBQBOBOBQDOBODOBODQDODMFQDMDOFMFOFOFMFOFMFMHMFMHMHMHMHMHKHMHKJMHKJKHKJIJKJKJIJILKJIJILIJILGJILGLILGLELGLGLGLENGLELENELCNELENCLCNCNCLANCNCLANANANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40L%40NBNBL%40NBNBLBNBLDNDLBNDLDLDNFLDLFLFLFLDLFLHLFJHLFJHLHJHJHLJJHJHJJJJJJHHJJHJJLHJHLHJHLHLHLHLFLHLFLFLFNFLFNFNFLDNDLFPDLDNDPBNDNBNDNBPBNBNBPBN%40PBN%40N%40R%40N%40N%40P%3FP%40N%3FP%3FP%40NAP%3FP%3FNAP%3FPANAPANAPANCPANCPCNCNCPCNEPCNENCNENENENGNENELGNGNGLGNGLGLGNILGLILIJILILILIJIJKLIJKJIJKJKJKHKJKHMHKJKHMHKFMHKFMHMFMFMFMFMFMDMFODMDMDODMDODMBOBMDO%40ODM%40OBO%40MBO%3FOBO%40O%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAO%3FO%3FOAOCO%3FMCOAOCMAOCOCMEOCMCOEMEOEMEMEOEMGMEMGMGMGMGMGMIKGMIKGMIKIKKMIKIKKKIKKKKIKKKIKKMIKIKIMIMIMIKIMGMIMGOGMGMGOGMGOGOEMEOGOEOEOEOCOEOCOEQCOCQCOCOCQAOCQAOAQAOAQAO%3FQAQ%3FO%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yHyRIEMOUmkiZ7qA3F0NGc2D13M=) Tavernier, FL ### What's nearby - ![Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533115828/4dfea1c6-1f18-4805-8ad5-4bb8de5f4619.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Islamorada_FloridaKeysDiveCenter_553248621532652358-0002](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532652358/3bea3bc0-ae10-4a6b-96b5-5c5ffe59a88c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Florida Keys Dive Center 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Mangrove Marina 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Mariners Hospital 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Baker's Cay Resort Beach 7 min drive \- 6.2 miles ### Restaurants - McDonald's 13 min walk - Circle K 13 min walk - Dillon's Pub & Grill 14 min walk - Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar 4 min drive - Dairy Queen 11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Island Sanctuary Islamorada pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Island Sanctuary Islamorada? ### How much is parking at Island Sanctuary Islamorada? ### What time is check-in at Island Sanctuary Islamorada? ### What time is check-out at Island Sanctuary Islamorada? ### Where is Island Sanctuary Islamorada located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Island Sanctuary Islamorada Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 13 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenn H. 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay! It exceeded our expectations, and we are so glad we found this location! ##### Jenn H. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila J. 3 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### breath taking view We enjoyed our stay. We are avid campers and love to be outdoors. It was camping on the water with beautiful views right out our window. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets. A couple of encounters with dolphins. Our host was very attentive and made sure our needs were met. ##### Sheila J. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason T. 7 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location. Neat experience My wife and I had a blast in the warm and sunny keys! The top of the boat is super for sunsets with cocktails! I recommend it. ##### Jason T. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian K. 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Host was an absolute GEM of a person and made sure our stay was seemless . Provided great info as well as keeping us posted on the weather with impending storm . Place was clean and sooo FUN many extras not mentioned . GREAT place to stay in a quiet cove ☀️🏖️ ##### Brian K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mychal M. 18 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience and great owner We fell far behind schedule do to holiday trafic and the owner was more then willing to help us. The boat ride to your stay is fun. You cant beat sitting on the top floor watching the sunset. ##### Mychal M. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brent S. 3 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect!! Exactly what we were looking for: Kelly was a great host. The boat was clean and comfortable. We caught the red eye from SLC and Kelly was nice enough to let us check in a little early. We had a great time and were able to recharge and get ready for our weekend in Key West. I would absolutely recommend this property. ##### Brent S. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James B. 22 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay in the Keys Our stay on this houseboat brought back memories of staying on boats when we lived in South Florida. Kelly, our host, was very informative, easy to talk with, friendly and patient. Kelly is an artist and has a number of his works displayed on the houseboat. We love visiting the Keys and next time we'll have to book a longer stay. ##### James B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim B. 8 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time! We loved this experience! The rooftop was amazing , the sunsets to die for! We totally plan on coming back when we have more time to enjoy everything the boat has to offer ( kayaks & paddleboards!) Rent this vessel! You won’t be sorry you did :) ##### Kim B. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Gregory C. 27 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Houseboat living. Nice, enjoyable area. Plenty of space on this houseboat. Owner is very personalable and quite accommodating. Any issue and he is there promply. Stove ran out of propane and he was over in 10 minutes to install new tank I would definately recommend staying here. Thank you for the enjoyable stay, Kelly.. ##### Gregory C. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin D. 22 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice relaxing experience for adventurous couples If you are looking for something different and more of an experience for your stay, this house boat is something to consider. You have to take a dingy (very stable) out the the boat, a decent distance offshore, but everything worked great and was easy to operate. We brought groceries with us and there is a nice kitchen area and refrigerator that worked well for us. The stay on the boat was a nice getaway if you are looking for some solitude and quietness. Plenty of space on the boat to hang out and relax. The top sundeck is a great place to watch sunrises and sunsets. Bed was comfortable enough, really could use some new/additional bed pillows. We considered buying some but it was late in our stay when we decided this. Other thing needing a renewal was the futon upstairs was unusable for either of us with how uncomfortable it was. A couple of these creature comforts were lacking but these were the only really negatives we had. Overall, you are getting a lot more space and a more unique experience than staying at a motel, and it comes at a similar price point. We had a very nice stay, and would consider staying again. ##### Kevin D. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ginger K. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Houseboat stay I was happy to book this property and not disappointed ##### Ginger K. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ---