The Sailfish Houseboat is a classic house boat completely remodeled in 2014. It sits with an Ocean View on the outside dock of Bud n’ Mary’s marina. The boat is secured to the dock and doesn’t leave. There is NO cooking on this boat. We also do not allow children under 15 to stay on the houseboats.
The Sailfish houseboat has one bedroom with two full size beds, a bathroom with shower, a futon, Satellite TV, A/C, a mini fridge and a microwave. If you want to experience Islamorada in true Key’s fashion, try the Sailfish House boat! Wake up on the water as you watch the sunrise over the Atlantic ocean! We have a minimum of a 2 night stay on the Sailfish Houseboat.
November 7, 2026
November 2026 Fishing Report Week 1 — November 1–7 CONDITIONS Fall is settling into the Keys. The first week of November brought a taste of the season’s changing weather — a coastal flood statement early in the week, rain first thing Wednesday that held boats at the dock a little… Read More
A Great Place for Anglers A great spot for anglers. We fished for five days and, with one exception, the guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The offshore boats were serviceable, if not spotless, and the skiffs were all very nice. We stayed right at the marina in dated but clean rooms, and there's a great restaurant (Lazy Daze) next door (but the on-site cafe is poor). Everything is on island time so don't expect efficiency, but that's part of the charm. We would absolutely come again.
We tried to stay here and it was booked... but we stopped here on the drive. It was the highlight of the drive! Sharks, tarpon, pelican, great ibis and a manatee!! We just watched the animals for an hour.
Fabulous Captain and Sportfishing Facility Captain Nick Stanczyk is an absolutely fabulous guide and captain. He knew where to fish which put onto a giant fish very quickly. Then he never took his eyes off the line and kept the boat properly placed for the duration of an 8 hour plus fight. In the end, we landed a record size swordfish of over 757 pounds. As experienced captains ourselves we cannot say enough positive things about Capt. Nick, his boat or and his crew. In addition, Bud n Mary’s knows how to treat fisherman of all levels. The Galley Girls Cafe located at Bud n Mary’s puts together great early am breakfast in plenty of time to make the boat departures and their lunch boxes are excellent as well. If you are looking for great day trips or a trip of a lifetime Capt. Nick Stanczyk and Bud n Mary’s is the place to go.
