Everything guests ask before booking — check-in, dock space, occupancy, pets, parking, and more. Can't find your answer? Email us.
Reserving your stay, pricing, and how booking direct saves you money.
You're talking to the same family who runs the listings on every platform — we just don't pay a 14–20% service fee to a middleman when you book here. That savings comes off your total. Same hosts, same cabanas, same support — better price.
You also get direct access to us before, during, and after your stay (no platform messaging in the middle), and we can be more flexible on small things like dock space, late check-out, or stitching together gap nights.
Bookings are processed through Stripe, the same payment processor used by major brands worldwide. We accept all major credit cards. We never see or store your card details — Stripe handles everything end to end.
High season (Dec 21 – May 31): $299/night base rate.
Low season (Jun 1 – Dec 20): $159/night base rate.
Event weeks (around major holidays and fishing tournaments): $399/night.
Minimum stay: 2 nights on weekdays, 3 nights on weekends. We sometimes allow 1-night gap-night bookings if there's a single night open between other reservations — the live calculator on each cabana page will show you in real time.
Cleaning fee, taxes, and any extra-guest fees are added on top — you'll see the full breakdown before you confirm.
Standard occupancy is 2 guests. Cabanas 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 sleep up to 4; Cabana 4 sleeps up to 3.
Guests beyond 2 are charged a small extra-guest fee per night, applied to the booking total. The exact amount appears in the live quote breakdown on each cabana page once you enter your guest count.
Yes — every cabana page has a live quote calculator. Enter your dates and party size and you'll see the full breakdown (nightly rate × nights, cleaning, taxes, any extra-guest fees, total) instantly. No commitment, no email required.
Check-in, amenities, and what's actually in the cabana when you arrive.
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
We offer self check-in with a keypad code emailed to you the morning of arrival. If you'd like a personal greeting at the property, just let us know your ETA in advance.
Early check-in and late check-out are sometimes available depending on the schedule — message us a day or two ahead and we'll try to make it work at no extra charge.
Each cabana comes fully equipped — you only need to bring clothes, a swimsuit, and a sense of humor.
Full per-cabana amenities lists are on each cabana page.
Yes — one parking space per cabana, free of charge. If you have more than one car, talk to us in advance and we'll see what we can do (usually fine, depending on who else is staying).
Unfortunately, no pets — sorry to the dog parents. We've found that pet allergens linger in small studios and impact other guests, so we keep all six cabanas pet-free.
Need a recommendation for a great kennel or sitter in Key Largo? Email us and we'll send a list.
No smoking inside the cabanas (including vaping). Outside on the patio is fine, but please use the provided ashtray and dispose of butts properly — we love this canal and so do the fish.
Yes — we host families regularly. The property has open canal-edge access, so guests with young kids should keep an eye on them around the water. We don't have pack-n-plays or high chairs on site, but they're easy to rent from local services if you need them.
Yes — a washer and dryer are available on the property for guest use. Free detergent provided.
Bringing a boat to Key Largo? Read this first.
We have one dock space at the property available for guest rental, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Dock rates:
Because there's only one space across six cabanas, we strongly recommend reserving it when you book. Mention "dock space needed" in the inquiry form or email reservations@waterfrontcabanas.com — we'll confirm availability for your dates.
No — there is no boat ramp on-site. You'll need to launch your boat at a public ramp and motor over to our dock.
Most guests use one of these nearby ramps:
If you're not sure which is best for your boat size and dates, email us — we can recommend based on tides and weather.
The slip comfortably fits boats up to about 24 feet. Tighter for anything bigger, but message us with your boat's specs and we'll let you know if it'll work.
Absolutely. Across US-1 you'll find Paddle The Florida Keys for kayak and SUP rentals (deliverable straight to our canal). For powered options, charters and boat rentals are easy to book in Key Largo — see the Guide Book for our favorite operators.
Getting around Key Largo, dining nearby, and the famous trips you'll want to plan.
300 Buttonwood Circle, Key Largo, FL 33037. Just off US-1 at Mile Marker 99, on a private saltwater canal that opens to the Atlantic.
From Miami International Airport: about 1 hour 15 minutes south on US-1. From Fort Lauderdale: about 2 hours. We're the first major stop in the Florida Keys.
Yes — strongly recommended. Key Largo is spread out along US-1 and there's no public transit. Most restaurants, dive shops, and attractions are a short drive away. Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) works but coverage thins out at night.
Within a 5–10 minute walk:
Across US-1: Paddle The Florida Keys for kayaks and SUPs. The full restaurant and activity list is in our Guide Book.
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is 10 minutes north on US-1 — America's first underwater park and the gateway to the Florida Keys reef. Glass-bottom boats, snorkel tours to the Christ of the Abyss statue, scuba charters, kayak launches, and a swim beach.
We can recommend specific dive operators, fishing charters, and snorkel trips based on your skill level — just ask.
All easy from here.
US-1 is a beautiful drive — leave early, take your time, stop along the way.
Cancellations, damage, and the rules we ask everyone to follow.
Full refund for cancellations made 30+ days before check-in.
50% refund for cancellations made 14–29 days before check-in.
No refund for cancellations made within 14 days of check-in.
We're flexible when something unavoidable comes up — illness, family emergency, weather closures. Email us as soon as you know and we'll work with you, often by rebooking your stay for a future date.
If a mandatory evacuation is issued for Monroe County that covers your stay dates, you'll receive a full refund or free rebooking — no questions asked.
Outside of mandatory evacuations, our regular cancellation policy applies. We recommend travel insurance during hurricane season (June – November) as an extra layer of protection.
No upfront damage deposit, but you're responsible for any damage beyond normal wear and tear. We've hosted hundreds of guests with zero incidents — we trust people to treat the cabanas the way they'd want their own home treated.
10 PM to 8 AM. Six cabanas share thin Keys walls and a small property, so we ask everyone to keep evening volume reasonable. Patio conversations, music low, no parties.
The cabanas are designed for guests staying overnight, not for events. Small family gatherings on your own patio are fine. Larger events, parties, or non-registered visitors aren't permitted out of respect for other guests.
Reach out — we usually reply within a few hours.