Tarpon Canal - Cozy waterfront home on Ramrod Key

Nicely appointed and nearly new, this 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home sits on a clear swimming canal on the gulfside of Ramrod Key. It's the perfect spot for your Florida Keys getaway.

Enjoy the spacious great room and open deck with canal views. Comfortable living room furnishings and a table for 6. Tons of cabinets and new appliances in the roomy kitchen with breakfast bar. The primary bedroom features a king bed, flat-screen TV and an en-suite bath with double sinks, large shower and walk-in closet. The two guest bedrooms feature queen beds. The shared hall bath has a tub and shower. Separate laundry room.

This home features 30-foot observation dock and swim ladder. There's no open water access via the plugged canal, but you can swim, canoe and kayak through the neighborhood. There are several boat ramps nearby and plenty of room for you to park your boat trailer. Tropical landscaping. Gas grill.

High-speed Internet and WiFi.

Ramrod Key is a quiet, mostly residential island conveniently located midway between the cities of Marathon and Key West. There's also a small commercial district -- Boondocks Grille & Draft House and Miniature Golf, Looe Key Reef Resort's tiki bar and restaurant, Five Brothers Grocery Two, and a gas station -- for your convenience and enjoyment. The Key West city bus runs between Marathon and key West stops on the island several times a day.

This home requires a minimum 28-day stay per county ordinance. Proper county and state taxes are collected regardless of booking platform. Renter must be 25 or older. Overnight occupancy is limited to a maximum of 6 people, and all guests need to be registered with the property manager. No smoking on the property. Small dog under 20 lbs permitted with manager approval and nonrefundable $150 fee. There's a cap on electric use ($200) and water/sewer ($150).