General
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Marco Island, the largest of the Ten Thousand Islands is on the Gulf Coast just a two hour drive through the Everglades from Miami and four hours from Orlando. Built around a canal system, this exclusive Island, measuring only six miles by four, is tranquil, idyllic and the perfect place for a safe family holiday in the sun.
With its beautiful white sands stretching all down the west side of the Island, the beaches are un-crowded and un-spoilt. The inviting warm blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico are a perfect place to bathe or to simply spot the many dolphins that come close to the shore. In particular, the beach provides a perfect vantage point to watch the breathtaking sunsets. The South Beach offers jet skiing and even paragliding, while Tigertail beach in the north of the Island has kayak rentals, pedalos and a children's play ground. There are only three public access points to the beach (but no restrictions once you get on it, all areas are public), the nearest South beach entrance is 0.6 miles from our home (a realistic 12 minute walk or less than 5 minutes by bicycle). The other South beach entrance is 1 mile away and Tigertail beach a 5 minute drive away.
Interior facilities
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Aircon , Audio tape player , Central heating , Child cot , Child highchair , Clothes dryer , Cooker , Dishwasher , Dvd player , Freezer , Fridge , Heating , Hob , Ironing board/Iron , Linen provided , Microwave , Satellite/Cable TV , Shower , Stereo , Telephone , Toaster , Towels provided , TV , Vacuum cleaner , Video player , Washing Machine , Wi-fi
Note's on interior
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Very well equipped - TV's in all bedrooms, great room and den. Large selection of books, DVD's and videos.5 bicycles (2 adults, 1 teenagers and 1 childs). Alarms or chain on main doors leading to pool area.
Bedroom Facilities
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Bedroom 1 with 6' 4" King size bed and flat screen TV with integral DVD player and master bathroom.
Bedroom 2 with 6' 4" king size bed and TV.
Bedroom 3 with two single/twin beds and own TV.
Bathroom Facilities
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Master bathroom with corner bath, walk in shower and large walk in wardrobe (6x8').
Guest bathroom with walk-in shower.
Exterior facilities
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Barbecue , Car Parking , Garden , Patio , Private pool
Note's on exterior
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2 car Garage
South facing pool area with plenty of furniture. Pool heating included in price November through to mid April - not needed other times of the year.
Local information
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Car recommended , Car required , Chemist nearby , Doctor nearby , Family Holiday
Local Activity
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Water sports , Tennis , Shopping centre , Sailing , Paragliding , Horse Riding , Golf , Fishing (sea) , Fishing (fresh water) , Cycle hire
Suitability
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No pets allowed , Family holiday , Child friendly
Nearest Airport
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Miami - 100 miles
Location type
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Although an Island (accessible by 2 bridges), Marco Island offers everything for the holdiay maker. Water sports include jet skiing, paragliding, back water and deep sea fishing. From the local marina you can take a day trip to Key West,join a sight seeing or dinner cruise around the Island. Hire your own boat and sail to beaches inaccessible by land and into Naples.
A 25 minute drive away is the Everglades where you can take a ride in an airboat or swamp buggy.
The Island has a large number of unique boutiques and stores, providing for all your needs and over 70 restaurants.
The city of Naples is only a 20 minute drive away and with its large shopping mall, factory outlet shops, stylish downtown area and the famous Tin City, it is a haven for shoppers.
Golfers paradise is one way of describing Florida. This area of Florida is no exception. With at least six public courses within 30 minutes and many more within a 45 minute drive, you will be spoilt for choice. All the courses are of the highest standard, with the nearby Lely Resort offering a choice of two championship courses designed by Lee Travino and Robert Trent Jones.
Notes
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Although our home is located on a quiet residential road, "The Marco Walk" is only a five minute walk away. Here you will find several restaurants including Italian, Mexican, International cuisine, a fish and seafood restaurant, a sushi bar, Irish Pub and Grille (serving Guinness and British beers) and a Sports Bar. In addition to these, there are a further 4 restaurants within 5 minutes of our home. At night, the Marco Walk becomes a lively place to visit and you can choose to eat outside or indoors in air conditioned comfort. It is also the home of the local cinema which offers you the almost unique experience of being able to dine as you watch the movie. There are several stores offering a range of items including crafts and gifts, beach items, clothes and an ice cream parlor. In addition, there are many more shops and restaurants located elsewhere on the Island.
The beach is a relaistic 12 minute walk away.
Disney is a 3½ - 4 hour drive away and Busch Gardens in Tampa just under 3 hours.