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Torchview Lookout- Secluded Waterfront Retreat With 240’ Dock On Niles Channel

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Summerland Key, FL
  • Place, National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Key West Visitors Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida Keys Beaches
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

Summerland Key

With a stay at this vacation home in Summerland Key, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Florida Keys Beaches and National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center. .This vacation home is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Big Pine Key Flea Market.
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What's nearby

  • Big Pine Key Flea Market - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • National Key Deer Refuge Visitor Center - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Key West Visitors Center - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Florida Keys Beaches - 14 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪No Name Pub - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Smoke Shed - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Boondock's Grille & Drafthouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Morning Joint - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Forks & Stix - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Torchview Lookout- Secluded Waterfront Retreat With 240’ Dock On Niles Channel

Welcome to Torchview Lookout – Your Private Waterfront Retreat!

Escape to paradise at Torchview Lookout, a secluded 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled on 1.4 acres along beautiful Niles Channel in Big Torch Key. Tucked away in the National Key Deer Refuge, this tranquil haven offers the best boating access in the Lower Keys—just 2 miles to the Atlantic and 6 miles to the Gulf!

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT:

Privacy: Enjoy exclusive access to the entire top floor of the home—no other guests or owners will be onsite during your stay.

Location: Ideally located between Marathon and Key West (25–30 minutes in either direction), giving you easy access to dining, shopping, and attractions.

Waterfront Living: With a 240-foot dock (4’ draft) that accommodates vessels up to 42’, you can boat, kayak, paddleboard, fish, swim, or snorkel right from your backyard.

Turnkey Comfort: Just bring your swimwear, water toys, and fishing gear—we've got the rest covered.

HOME FEATURES:

Living Room

35” flat-screen TV with basic cable

High-speed internet/WiFi

Comfortable seating for 6

Dining & Kitchen

Formal dining table for 6

Fully equipped kitchen with:

Gas range stove/oven

Refrigerator with ice maker

Dishwasher & microwave

Pots, pans, utensils & cutlery for 6

Breakfast bar with 4 stools

BEDROOMS:

Master Bedroom: King bed, 40" flat-screen tv, work desk, large closet, chest of drawers, en-suite bathroom with dual vanity & shower/tub combo

Guest Room 1: King bed with ample closet and storage

Guest Room 2: Two twin beds, large closet, and chest of drawers

BATHROOMS:

2 full bathrooms with shower/tub combos

OUTDOOR LIVING:

Wraparound deck with stunning views

Outdoor dining table, chairs, and gas BBQ grill

EXTRAS:

Laundry room with washer/dryer, deep freezer, and wash basin (located on the first floor next to the main entry)

Ample storage for water toys, boat trailer, vehicle, or RV

BOATERS PARADISE!

The 240' private dock can accommodate boats up to 42’ and offers plenty of tie-off space for jet skis, kayaks, and paddleboards. With quick access to both the Gulf and Atlantic, your ocean adventures start right here.

PET POLICY:

One small dog (under 30 lbs) may be allowed with prior approval.

You must request pet approval before booking.

No exceptions on weight or number of pets.

Pets are not permitted on furniture at any time.

Unauthorized pets will not be allowed to stay.


NEED MORE SPACE:

Hosting a larger group? Check out our sister property, Beachside @ Torchview, located right next door! Perfect for doubling the space and fun.
VRBO Listing #: 2285886

Torchview Lookout has welcomed guests for over 20 years and began a new chapter with its current owner in 2020. Come experience the magic of Big Torch Key in your own private slice of the Keys!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features a playground.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Must be approved PRIOR to booking. Fee applies

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
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 fire extinguisher, 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

Property is also known as

Torchview Secluded Waterfront Retreat

Torchview Lookout- Secluded Waterfront Retreat With 240’ Dock On Niles Channel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place but I didn’t realize it only had a rain water collection system. The water is at the street so hopefully that changes soon. Minus 1 star until treated water is hooked up.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was even better than expected! Perfect for a week in the sun. We enjoyed that it was secluded from neighbors but not far from the essentials. The host was quick to respond! We hope to stay at Torchview again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lena F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in a tranquil area.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Contactless Host but easy to communicate with. Great house, & Gorgeous property. We had an amazing time. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was the perfect getaway. Close enough to drive up and down the keys but secluded enough you feel like you are in your own little world. Spent many hours out on the boat dock taking in the views and the wildlife. Sunsets on the dock are amazing. House is beautiful and on a dead end road. 45 minutes to Key West and 2 hours to Key Largo was perfectly situated for us.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical week. So much to do on property! Got my teens to unplug!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terri U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

We enjoyed our stay, and all as advertised. Dock was fun to snorkel around. House was stocked but kitchen needs a good cleaning and organizing. Water pipe broke as soon as we tried to do laundry and flooded the downstairsOther drawbacks were the challenge of not having water for boat cleaning after day on water, and pretty buggy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome as always

This was our 3rd time staying here and once again it did not disappoint. From Key deer in the front yard to great fishing off the dock everything was awesome. We can’t wait to come back for our fourth stay!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Off the beaten path. Very private, clean and well appointed.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

paulette l., Rayne, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, beautiful water to fish, snorkel, kayak, paddle board. Clean , comfortable house. Sunsets on the wharf are amazing.Tarpon, parrot fish, snapper everywhere
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

irwin k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding home.

It was a beautiful home and Francine, our host, was most accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen B., Fort Myers Florida, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness

Perfect location, but house in dire need of repairs

The location was perfect, pristine waters, long dock, peaceful, absolutely beautiful setting. The house had many issues, from ac that took forever to cool, to window crank handles (4) that either fell off in your hand or just didn’t work, slider screens were missing, wouldn’t close/open or just fell off, drywall all over ceiling cracked and pieces that fell down on the floor, filthy pans put away in cabinets, pocket doors in bedroom and bathroom wouldn’t close. Property manager responded immediately and agreed to refund the money, so I applaud her for her part. This place just needs owner to give much needed tlc. It’s a fantastic location with views to die for but in extreme disrepair. I will be looking for another rental in the same area, but for the price, not this one.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sal B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Great location if you’re just looking for peace and quiet. sunsets are beautiful
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Beautiful home.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole f., Hurricane WV

Liked: Cleanliness

If you like seclusion this is your place!

Just got back from an amazing stay at torchview. The property grounds are so well cared for and the wildlife is a bonus! The house is in a great location, I would definitely advise a boating app such as navtronics to assist with low tide since the channel markers are gone. The dock is phenomenal and the sunsets were gorgeous. We were on our boat everyday but I think younger kids would so enjoy the artificial reef under the dock. We saw tons of fish and several lobsters, and an eel. We caught black fin tuna and snapper almost every day. The kitchen is a beautiful gathering spot to chat with family while cooking. This is the perfect space if you are looking to disconnect. So quiet!! We also brought our paddleboards with us and enjoyed the sights around the channel. I would 100% recommend this place to an active family! Kayaks or paddleboards would make this destination even better! We all loved our time here! My oldest son asked his girlfriend to marry him on the dock so this place will always be remembered fondly!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed the property and dock

We loved the large acreage with boat dock and fish at the property. Nice views. Spacious house set up for fishing.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

My Families Happy Place

This is the second trip my family has made and we truly love everything about it! Just being there take away all life's stress and my family truly has time to connect. The access to the water is key for all the water activities we love. We will be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradford W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Keys Trip

Wonderful week in lower Fl Keys! Lots of fun and great food. The property is outstanding!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christina P., Denali National Park, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness

Secluded Haven

The space is wonderful. Large rooms, beautiful location, beautifully maintained grounds, and very clean inside the unit. Unfortunately the outdoor grill was very dirty and the two lounge chairs were ripped and unusable. The outdoor chairs and tables were fine. Be prepared for some glorious sunsets. Signage inside the house was at odds with the online information regarding check out. WiFi network name and password were incorrect online and so is what is posted in the house. Use the information on the router (requires standing on a chair to see) for the correct information. The kitchen is well stocked. The dock and beach (?) area are fantastic. Launching kayaks is a breeze! We all had a wonderful trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Torchview stay

Location was great. Had a few issues at first but they took care of issues immediately.. had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

S W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not worth the cost

My family and I spent Christmas here, the house was dirty (I spent the first 2 hr cleaning it). Bed in master was not too bad but my kids completed that there's was uncomfortable. Very dated house.. The dock was the best part of the home, we were able to fish and snorkel off the dock and the kids loved that. All in all if the price was way less it would be worth it to stay but not for what we paid.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Greta W., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness

Really great spot!!

We had a great stay this year at this location. It is so secluded and peaceful. As mentioned in other reviews, the property is a little dated but it didn't bother us at all as it was clean and well maintained. The kitchen was well stocked with all the pans and dishes you would need. The only minor complaint we have is about the outdoor seating. The loungers are really beat up--dripping rust water when you moved them and ripped chairs. We would have also loved more seating options outside on the lower level/dock. We would love to return someday!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damien D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautifully Tucked Away Paradise

This property is fantastic! The location is off the beaten path enough for privacy but also close enough to anything you could want (groceries, restaurants, bait and more). The dock is fantastic and easily accommodated our boat. Tons of fish can be caught right off the dock and watching the key deer run through the yard in the evenings is amazing. Highly recommend! Just make sure you bring a head lamp to enjoy the dock area at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Torchview

Good house for boating
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of Paradise

This home was perfect for our vacation. We rented a boat for 4 days, but only used it for 2 days. The home had everything we needed so there was no need to venture off. We stayed on the dock the majority of the time. We snorkeled, paddleboard, and fished. In person, the property was way more beautiful! The home was super clean. We are hoping to rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023