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2 BLOCK Walk To Beach, Fantastic Poolside SW Exposure, 5 Star Designer Home

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

2 BLOCK Walk To Beach, Fantastic Poolside SW Exposure, 5 Star Designer Home

Our home at 925 Arawak Avenue is just an easy two block walk to the least crowded access path to Marco's beautiful Crescent Beach. We provide beach cart, beach chairs, umbrellas, cooler and towels for your convenience. No need to pack up your car and hunt for parking to visit the beach.
You may never want to leave the sanctuary of this professionally designed residence. It features a gleaming, white kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Open concept floor plan with dining area, kitchen island, media area and living room. The Primary Bedroom has a King bed with plush mattress, attached bath and direct access to the lanai. Master bath has double vanity, separate shower and luxurious soaking tub. The guest bedrooms, queen and twin, provide privacy on the opposite side of the house and share a bath with stone mosaic floor. Open the triple glass sliders from the living room and walk into your paradise; the screened lanai with heated pool, lounge chairs and covered dining area. Separate outdoor patio with grilling and seating. Free high speed wireless internet and three new flat screened TVs. There is nothing better than the warm southwest sun while lounging poolside. Please read our reviews for feedback from our guests.

Property manager

Alan Rice

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Lanai
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Marco has a Noise Ordinance beginning at 8 PM.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Less Than Staying Home House Marco Island
Less Than Staying Home Marco Island
Less Than Staying Home Marco
Steps To Access By Marriott
Steps To Beach Access By Marriott Marco Island
Steps To Beach Access By Marriott Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Marco Island, FL

What's nearby

  • South Marco Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Winterberry Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Marco Island Ski & Watersports - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Marco Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Tigertail Beach - 9 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Korals Sushi & Cocktail Lobby - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Doreen's Cup of Joe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪CJ's on the Bay - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 2 BLOCK Walk To Beach, Fantastic Poolside SW Exposure, 5 Star Designer Home have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 2 BLOCK Walk To Beach, Fantastic Poolside SW Exposure, 5 Star Designer Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 BLOCK Walk To Beach, Fantastic Poolside SW Exposure, 5 Star Designer Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 BLOCK Walk To Beach, Fantastic Poolside SW Exposure, 5 Star Designer Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 BLOCK Walk To Beach, Fantastic Poolside SW Exposure, 5 Star Designer Home located?

Nestled on the beach, this South End vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Marco Island Ski & Watersports and South Marco Beach. Marco Beach and Marco Golf and Garden are also within 15 minutes.

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2 BLOCK Walk To Beach, Fantastic Poolside SW Exposure, 5 Star Designer Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

Wonderful house in a beautiful place
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

We had a wonderful stay! House has a great feel both inside and out on the patio. The location can’t be beat for walking to the beach. Nicely supplied and easy to reach owners if needed. S & P
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

This house is absolutely perfect for a family beach getaway! The screened-in pool was a hit with the kids, the short walk to the gorgeous beach/sunsets couldn’t be beat, and Alan was extremely responsive and easy to deal with. The beds were comfortable, the garage was we’ll-stocked with beach gear, and there were plenty of towels for all the water activities. No complaints and a place we’d happily stay again on another trip to Marco Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great host and home! Will definitely go back when we return to Marco island. Everything on the website is accurate. You couldn’t ask for a homier home away from home.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We have stayed at this location two times now. Each time we have been very happy with the communication, location and house itself. I honestly would stay here every time we visit Marco Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

This was our second stay at the Rufina property. Great house, great location, with a quick walk to the beach. Has a great stay and look forward to returning again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

Beautiful house and location. Owner was easy to communicate with and very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

This is a very well maintained home. They thought of everything to make your stay as comfy as possible. I would highly recommend a stay in this property!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10

We had a great time at Marco Island and really enjoyed our house where we stayed. Is was nice and close to the beach and had everything in it we needed. Would recommend this house to anyone coming to Marco Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

This home was beyond comfortable. You’ll find everything you need not only for your stay but for a day at the beach. Conveniently close to anything you may want or need. Owner was easy to deal with & available if needed.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10

Great house, great host! Even better than pictures. This host has thought of everything you’ll need for a great week on the beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Very well-located property. Was as described and is well stocked. Alan was very timely and proactive with communication. Would certainly rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Alan called us right after we got settled in to let us know to call him anytime if we had questions. That was nice.The pool was the favorite for the kids. Plenty of pool toys and floaties. Beach was a short walk. They have plenty of beach chairs, beach towels, umbrellas, coolers, wagon, and sun huts. We left a few beach items for the next guest.We used the air mattress “EZ bed” and that was great to sleep on too.Nice to have some condiments/spices already there. We left paper plates and cups for the next guest.Would definitely stay there again!!! House was beautiful and clean! Thank you Alan and family!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

It was our first time staying here and we loved it! This is a beautifully decorated, well cared for home with all the conveniences in a great location. The owner was attentive and hospitable. We look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

We loved our spring break on Marco Island. Home is in great condition, located in a quiet neighborhood and is a very short walk to the beach. Home is equipped with everything that you might need… 20+ beach towels, great outdoor seating area, fully stocked kitchen, keyless entry, beach wagon, beach chairs, beach accessories, etc. Our girls in particular loved the outdoor heated pool. We highly recommend the home & hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

The house is just amazing. It is very clean, very updated, and very well stocked. The location is also great having a 10 minute walk to the beach. Alan was also an amazing host. We had a great time and look forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

Great time spent with family for Christmas break. House was immaculate and exactly as advertised. Had everything you could possibly need. Proximity to beautiful beach was amazing and pool was perfect. Alan was amazing and communication made everything easy. Hope to go back again sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

The property was very clean and well stocked with essentials. It was definitely close enough to walk to the beach. The owner was quick to respond to all questions we had. The outdoor area was outstanding. We definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

We loved the home! It is exactly as pictured. Clean, great pool, great floor plan and wonderfully equipped. We made great use of the available pool toys, beach wagon and toys, umbrellas, beach chairs and more! We would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10

This was our first time not staying in the "condo on the beach" on Marco Island, and the experience was excellent. The house is situated in a great location - a very short walk to the public beach access. Having a "private: pool was truly enjoyable. All accommodations were as described. We had a wonderful time and cannot thank Alan (and family) enough.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

We had an awesome time. The description of this home is spot on - immaculately clean and very well appointed. Alan quickly responded to our questions. The instructions and recommendation manual was extremely helpful. It is an easy walk to the beach and very well located on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10

The property was perfect for our stay during Thanksgiving. We stayed for 8 days. Home was in a great location with a very short walk to public beach access. The home was as described and detailed instructions were left for any questions we had. the only thing that would have been helpful is if an upright vacuum was left available for guest use. there were times where we wanted to clean the kitchen or other areas but weren't able to. Also, bring pillows because the ones that are on the beds no longer have support because they are old. No complaints at all! this house was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

House was perfect for a family of 5. The house was well equipped with everything you needed and had so many things to start out your stay (tissues, paper towels, soap…) The pool and covered area was amazing!! Location made it easy to get to the beach, and the owners had everything you needed for the beach. Owner was very responsive and easy to communicate with if you needed anything. We highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We had an absolutely wonderful time in Marco Island! Rufina is a top-notch property. It is beautifully and comfortably furnished. The pool and lounge area are just perfect - our kids swam for hours every day. The house is less than a 10 minute walk to the beach, and they supply everything you could possibly need to take to the beach - chairs, umbrellas, toys, towels... We will definitely be bringing our family back for another awesome vacation on Marco Island, and we would love to stay at Rufina again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

The home was better than I expected.We had an awesome vacation and the proximity to everything(beach,shops etc)was perfect.The pictures don't do it justice it was WAY nicer !! Having everything you need and then some makes this a great value.I will never stay at a hotel again when I go to Marco Island.I will definitely refer this property to everyone.