Little Conch Key

If you want to have your own slice of paradise then I highly recommend Little Conch Key. As «they» say timing is everything and our timing was pretty good. We visited in July which is out of season for Florida. It felt like we had the place to ourselves. There were a few other families but they (and we) kept mostly to our own.
Seriously, it felt like we were on a desert island loaded with all the amenities of civilized life.
Another review complained that the view they had wasn’t that good. Again our timing was amazing we had one of the cottages that had the most awesome views!
Each cottage has their own hammock and outdoor shower –I took advantage of both.
We bought our groceries on Marathon Key and with the full kitchen that included a juicer and blender we were drinking margaritas and daiquiris while watching the sun set each night.
As other reviews have mentioned ride on top kayaks are included complimentary. There is also a continental breakfast served each morning. although we only took advantage of that on our last day as we were leaving. The rest of the time we cooked our own.
This is a great way to enjoy all of the keys without the crowds of Key West –but a reasonable drive to there.

Everyone has a vision of heaven. Conch Key Cottages would define mine. I felt completely relaxed and happy. The water was clear and clean and they had ocean kayaks that could be used as much as we wanted. I spent a lot of time on the water exploring the bay and our little cove. The water was so clear that you could see the bottom which had sea grasses, upside-​down jelly fish, various fish, and coral. The water was glass smooth for much of the time and there were never breakers. I could spend a life on that water and ever get bored.
The cottage was well setup, extremely clean, and nicer than any pictures posted on their website. Our cottage was on stilts and underneath was a brand new looking weber grill with (I am not joking) a huge bucket of chunk charcoal along with a bottle of lighter fluid. I have never been anywhere that includes an amenity like this.
The housekeeping staff was attentive and checked with us frequently to ensure we had exactly what we needed and that we were well stocked/​supplied. They, along with the facilities staff never stopped working to ensure the site was tuned to maximize our comfort. They worked together like a close family.
In addition, the full kitchen included a bowl of juicing oranges and a juicer. Every morning, I made a tall glass of fresh OJ that cannot be described and only experienced. Sitting on the wrap around balcony sipping fresh OJ is a wonderful way to start a day.
The place was very quiet and relaxed making it an outstanding place to decompress. I highly recommended it and feel that everyone should find a way to go here. I can usually walk away from a vacation and move on but this is one of the very few that I miss and want to go back to.

One of the best places to stay in the Keys. It is a short drive north or south to things to do. We have not been here in a while — but they were always good to us. Fast and friendly. Never double booked. But make reservations early — this place is popular! They even have a dock, pool and grills. Great for a Keys family experience or a romantic get away. My husband and I stayed here on our honeymoon and decided to move to the Keys — it is THAT good!

It’s okay. The cottages themselves are nice. Surrounded by trees so no view of the sunset. Remember to bring your bug repellent, especially if you are like me and get bug bites a lot. (sand fleas)

Very impressive, went in February and weather was spectacular. Had the Queen Cottage right on the waterfront, literally outside the door. The photos online are what you get. The only thing, is I forgot to bring bug repellent, came home with thousands of sand gnat bites! Staff is courteous and you never see them! It is like being at your own cottage/​timeshare, etc. privacy is this, free kayaks, fishing poles and has swimming pool. Very relaxing will go back for price.

We just spent an amazing week in the Great Heron Villa at the Conch Key Cottages. The staff was phenomenal, the accommodations fantastic, the views spectacular, and the extra amenities wonderful. There’s nothing bad to say about this place. Sun drenched days, kayaks to use at our leisure, a wonderful beach to lounge on, fresh squeezed orange juice daily, a pool to use and play in, and close proximity to the Dolphin Research Center, admission included with our package.
The cottages epitomized the word relaxation. We couldn’t have asked for more and we will definitely be back. If you’re looking for a place to say mid-​keys this small private island paradise is the place for you. Seriously, it was one of the best vacation experiences we’ve had. So good we didn’t want to leave.

We had one of the most magical stays! Nothing, not one thing, wrong with this place, and everything right. The exclusivity of the cottages won me over instantly. But as soon as we discovered the other amenities that came with our stay, I was sent to paradise.
Words cannot describe what an amazing time we had, you’ve got to see it for yourself!
We stayed in the Coral, which I believe is their most basic room. A beautiful walkway surrounded by trees and orchids led up to a cute porch equipped with lounge chairs and table (which we lunched at each day). Oh, and by the way, each unit comes with a private charcoal grill, charcoal provided, that was perfect as we were able to cook our own meals every night opposed to eating out, enhancing the home-​like experience. Our room was equipped with a kitchenette that included a small sink, coffeemaker, citrus juicer, toaster, microwave, small refrigerator, plates, bowls, mugs, glasses, and silverware. The room had some beautiful touches, including modern, yet, beachy décor, we even had a vase of live orchids at our small dining table. High-​vaulted ceilings made the room seem even bigger, and the bathroom was perfect for the two of us.
The property has three points of entry into the water: private beach access, a lagoon (large one, too!), and a marina. We used the (complimentary) kayaks every day, dropping them into the lagoon and beach sides. We were able to see some marine life on our kayak trip :) Sea turtles, sting rays, lots of fish in their natural habitat are absolutely stunning. The pool is awesome, nothing big, but perfect for cooling off after baking in the sun from kayaking.
A lovely complimentary breakfast spread was served every morning in the tiki area, including fresh oranges for squeezing in your room! Staff was super nice and respectful! What I loved most was that the staff let you fully enjoy your stay by making it feel home-​like. So instead of being super Disney-​like cheery at each glance, a warm smile and short greeting was enough to make you feel welcome, yet not overly service-​oriented. The reason I appreciated this the most is that it truly enhances the experience– makes you feel like you are on your own private island. Besides, with everything included in your stay, there is no need to ask anyone for anything– you got it all!
Definitely coming back for more, ENJOY!

We loved our stay at conch key cottages and had a wonderful time. The bed linens and plush towels were luxurious! We loved the small touches like oranges for juicing and very much appreciated the cold water bottles after being in the keys all day. The kayaks were a lot of fun! The only thing this place was missing was a good handyman! A little caulk here, a little weatherstripping there, etc… and the place would be perfect!

Absolutely magical.
We went after a recommendation of some friends who had stayed recently and we were not disappointed. The location was perfect for the quiet trip me and my boyfriend had been needing. We only stayed two nights and I wish we could have been there forever.
Highlights:
— The kayaks are free to use! We had a great day kayaking around the bay (only flipped one time!)
— The juicer! Freshly squeezed orange juice every morning? Mmm. We got addicted and bought a juicer when we got home.
— The «private» beach. (I say «private» because it is shared between everyone at the resort… but we were basically the only people there when we stayed. So it was private for us.)
— The staff was so friendly and helpful. Very customer-​service oriented and genuine.
We stayed in Cat’s Eye, which was slightly small, but plenty of room for the two of us. We were on the beach, in the pool, on the ocean, and wandering around the Keys the entire time… so a small room was not a problem at all.

I LOVE conch key cottages!
Its a little piece of heaven on earth!
The staff is so nice. I forgot my iphone charger (by the way i didnt even notice) and they mailed it to me! Who does that? They did! and they won my heart after that.
The cottages are so cozy. And very private.
You get use of kayaks for free!
I go there at least twice a year and i havent found anything wrong with it.
Acutally i was very afraid to post a review cause i dont want the place to get to busy!!! lol

The cottages are a great place to spend your vacation — slightly north of Marathon. Excellent location. The dock is very well designed to let you relax. We spent almost every evening there.
Staff is friendly.
I liked the fact that they offered complimentary kayaks with the rooms. Nice gesture and more importantly very convenient. We enjoyed the activity very much.
The rooms were nice and cosy, and very nicely equipped with micro-​waves, fridge, juicer, toasters etc. The fresh fruit delivered every morning were great.
What we didn’t like —
The cottages charge a good amount for the stay, but the room service is on Request only. I would have liked them to do a general clean-​up every day by default.
Other than that, it is certainly a great value for the money, considering the hefty prices you have to pay to stay in Key West.