4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 104407 sq ft

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Home w/ 2nd Story Pool & Spa w/ Open Water Views

Buchanan Layton House

The Buchanan Layton House features some of the most picturesque open water views in the continental United States.
From the extravagant dock that provides safe harbor for any avid boaters needs, you will look out into the infinite turquoise sea and find peace at last.

Allow yourself to be born again after soaking in the scenes of palm tree covered oceans, that come with a dip in either the 2nd story pool or spa (no jets).


When you’ve finished, retire to the 1000 sqft. master captains quarters and find that the stunning views go along with you. A bed fit for a king, marble bathroom with tub, large shower, and water closet all constitute the 2nd story master suite.

Head down stairs and find panoramic ocean views that encompass the first floor living area. As well as a fully stocked kitchen & dining room that can provide for the entire family. Washer & dryer are also located on this floor.

Lastly but not least, find yourself enjoying a cocktail at the 3rd floor bar, overlooking the captivating bay waters. You may also enjoy some time at the card table, play a game of billiards, or lounge watching television in the home’s second living area.

Boasting over 4,400 sqft of interior living, and just under 17,000 sqft of property, you won't ever feel cramped in this enchanted keys villa. The home features 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, an expansive loft & sleeps 10 comfortably.


Amenities:
Open Water Views

Private Beach
Private Swimming Pool
Private Spa
Private Dockage 40'+
Loft w/ 2nd Living Area
Kayaks (4 one seaters & 2 two seaters)
Pool Table
Hammock
Beach Chairs
Charcoal BBQ Grill
A/C
WiFi
Smart TV's
Travel Crib
Bed Count: 2 Kings & 3 Full Size Beds


Location: Long Key, FL
- 20 minutes from either Marathon or Islamorada.
- 1hr 20 minutes from Key West.
- 1hr 45 minutes from Miami Int. Airport.


* "Linen fee" is actually the damage waiver. Read more about it in our guest agreement.
* Security cameras around the exterior of the home
* A 3.9% fee of entire booking amount applies to ALL CANCELATIONS.

* Pool service is every Friday
* Guest will be required to complete our guest agreement before check in
* We provide a complimentary starter pack of paper towel, toilet paper, dish & laundry detergent, dish soap, bar soap, trash bags & dish sponge.
* Garage is not for guests use.

Property manager

Roberto Perez
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Long Key

Located in Long Key, this vacation home is on the beach. MoradaWay Arts & Cultural District and Keys History & Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Keys Cable Park and Robbie’s of Islamorada.
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Layton, FL

What's nearby

  • Long Key State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Anne's Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sunset Drive Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fiesta Key - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Bud n' Mary's Dive Center - 14 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Marathon, FL (MTH-Florida Keys Marathon) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Florida Boy Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Oceanside Safari Restaurant & Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Habanos Oceanfront - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Crawl - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oceans305 - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Home w/ 2nd Story Pool & Spa w/ Open Water Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Home w/ 2nd Story Pool & Spa w/ Open Water Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home w/ 2nd Story Pool & Spa w/ Open Water Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home w/ 2nd Story Pool & Spa w/ Open Water Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home w/ 2nd Story Pool & Spa w/ Open Water Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Long Key vacation home is steps from Anne's Beach, Sunset Drive Beach, and Long Key State Park. Fiesta Key is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house for a family vacation!

Great house, very comfortable, very private! Dock is great for fishing and snorkeling! Overall an A experience!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

The property is one of a kind. The house was amazing! We had so much fun fishing on the dock we caught sharks and snappers. We saw dolphin and manatee. Top ratings for this place! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Layton

Property was as described… clean, beautiful, spacious and close to great restaurants! I would recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay!

Amazing house on the most incredible private property. Own dock with fishing gear a real plus to add to our relaxing experience. Home is large and well kept. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Home with Amazing View

This house did not disappoint. The rooms and beds were clean and comfortable. The views from the house were stunning. We enjoyed cooking many meals at the house and sitting together at the large dining room table. There were 7 women in our group. We also saw a lot of wildlife from the dock that we would have never seen otherwise like sea turtles, manatees, nurse sharks, and a variety of beautiful fish. We enjoyed kayaking and paddle boarding and the pool and hot tub were used daily while we were there. We also appreciated having a washer and dryer at the house to wash clothes and towels. This house was just amazing and we wished that our vacation didn't have to end.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house and location!

We rented the house for our annual post Christmas vacation and had an amazing stay. The house is beautiful, well equipped and taken care of. Fishing was the family’s favorite activity. Bert did a great job of keeping informed.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Business trip with clients

This is a fantastic home. Beautiful views. Many wonderful accommodations. I cannot say enough great things about the property and the management. I definitely would recommend this. I look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

April R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

P B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10/10 Would recommend

Better than the listing. Everything works. Everything is clean. Everything is gorgeous. Dolphin & turtle yards from the dock. Spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home in Layton

This waterfront home was beautiful and we had a wonderful time relaxing on their beach and by their pool. The home is immaculate and has great large spaces for gathering and game playing. There is a great restaurant within walking distance and many additional places that aren’t too far of a drive.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Buchanan Layton House Family Vacation

Great house, amazing views, great fishing and family fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bettye A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

We really enjoyed out stay at this property. The only unfortunate thing was the hurricane! Luckily all was well. we appreciated how clean it was, and we all enjoyed the dock as well. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family home

Spacious clean and great location Dock is a bonus for snorkeling and fishing Pool was perfect temperature Pool table and games really made fun evenings Spacious kitchen and living areas for our 7 adults Could not ask for better rental
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded expectations!

Beautiful home. So much space! amazing dock with great fishing and snorkeling. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The pier

Loved the extra long pier that we all fished from. Great stay, thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helmut D., Duluth Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation for a long time!

We had a fantastic time at the Keys and specifically this property. We will certainly put it on the list of places to come back to in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

We had an amazing stay! It was just the two of us adults so place was waaaaay big and would be perfect for a large group. Loved the privacy of the spot, game room was perfect, and kitchen was well equipped for those that want to cook but also close to several restaurant options if you want to dine out. Some kayaks would’ve been a great addition to the place but nonetheless a truly amazing place and well worth the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Family Vacation Spot

Great spot in the Middle Keys. House is exactly as it appears in listing. The rental team is great to work with. Our family particularly enjoyed the pool and the incredible views.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Amazing property and great host! We will be back again… hopefully soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing trip with friend and family!

The property is perfect for a large group or family. The views, the dock and the water are amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Privacy, setting, and plenty of space!

We were blown away by the stay at the Layton House. The rooms were huge, the property extremely private, and the kitchen was super well equipped! We all slept well, had so much space to spread out in (great for all the introverts) and we had every kitchen gadget we could ask for. The pool and hot tub were a huge bonus, and we enjoyed the sunsets from the dock with some amazing photos. Also loved that we had access to the kayaks and floats to get out on the water, and felt like this property had way more than other short term rentals we have stayed at. The location is a bit remote if you want a grocery store or a coffee shop nearby, but we couldn't beat the views and space. We also didn't realize it was bordering a swamp, but to get our own peninsula was worth it. Our host was very responsive, and we were grateful for the help with the issues that came up. We highly recommend this to future guests, especially a bigger group who want space, amenities, and fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break 2023. The Aubrey trip.

Great place. Great location. Neat clean convenient. We had a memorable stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

70th BD

Great house to celebrate a trip to keys.Snorkeling off the pier was amazing. Bert responded quickly to any questions .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The keys to life

Property was great for a family vacation. When the weather was good the kids enjoyed to the max!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing haven

Our family ranging in age from 27-82 came together for 4 days of relaxing and reconnecting. We had a wonderful time and the location is great. We visited Key West 1 day (which is plenty). We enjoyed most meals at the house & the well stocked kitchen was appreciated. Enjoying the beautiful sunsets from the dock, lobster hunting & relaxing in the pool were family highlights!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Roberto Perez

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Hello, my name is Roberto but most people call me Bert! I’m a life long local of Marathon, FL. Together with my wife Milly, we own and operate KeysCations - a management company specializing in managing one of a kind vacation rental properties in the FL Keys! 305.417.8232

Languages:

English, Spanish

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