SAN FRANCISCO LODGING FIELD GUIDE
Mahi Villa (formerly Villa Sophia): A renovated 50' houseboat with a private rooftop patio and marina-side access
A compact waterfront stay — two bedrooms, two baths, a full kitchen and complimentary paddleboards and kayaks — useful as a practical guide to planning a 2–7 night stay at Safe Harbor Angler House.
Mahi Villa (formerly Villa Sophia): A renovated 50' houseboat with a private rooftop patio and marina-side access.
Perched in a marina at Safe Harbor Angler House and operated by Angler House Villas, Mahi Villa (formerly Villa Sophia) is a newly renovated 50-foot houseboat offering two bedrooms with ensuite baths, a full kitchen, a living room with a pullout sofa and a private rooftop patio. The property pairs premium lodging with waterfront amenities — complimentary paddleboards and kayaks and access to an upscale pool and tiki bar — for stays that run two to seven nights.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Renovated 50' houseboat with private patios
Mahi Villa is a newly renovated 50' houseboat with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, each bedroom enjoying an ensuite and a private balcony; the layout includes a full kitchen and a living room with a pullout sofa, plus a private rooftop patio.
Complimentary paddleboards and kayaks
Guests have complimentary access to paddle boards and kayaks, enabling direct and immediate water access from the marina alongside access to the property’s upscale pool and tiki bar.
Mooring at Safe Harbor Angler House
Mahi Villa is moored within the Safe Harbor Angler House complex — a marina setting with pool and tiki bar amenities and a clear orientation for locating the yellow houseboat within the slip lineup.
What the day feels like
What the stay feels like
The stay is intimate and practical: a compact, renovated houseboat footprint with living spaces that open onto private balconies and a rooftop patio, paired with marina amenities that convert a simple overnight into a waterfront stay complete with paddlecraft and poolside lounging.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this stay suits — and who should check policies before booking.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Stays are available in two- to seven-night increments; if you’d like to stay longer than seven nights, call (305) 570-8194 to check availability.
The property supplies complimentary paddle boards and kayaks and provides access to an upscale pool and tiki bar; plan accordingly if you require additional personal gear.
Check in at the marina address: 80500 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036 (Safe Harbor Angler House).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Which houseboat is Mahi Villa?
Mahi Villa is the yellow houseboat located on the furthest left side of the marina when you are looking at the pool from the bar area (it is not the two houseboats adjacent to the pool).
Was Villa Sophia renamed?
Yes — Mahi Villa used to be called Villa Sophia.
How many beds and how many guests can it sleep?
Mahi Villa has 1 queen-sized bed and 2 twin-sized beds and can sleep up to six guests.
Can I bring my boat?
Yes; the operator allows boats subject to the boat policy — review that policy when you make your booking.
Can I bring my pet?
Yes — dogs only. Please refer to the property’s pet policy when booking for specifics.
How long can I stay?
Standard bookings are for two to seven nights; for stays longer than seven nights call (305) 570-8194 to check availability.