| check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. bbq grills, and wine and beer are available for in-room delivery. all have kitchens and free wi-fi; some add washers/dryers, pull-out sofas, whirlpool tubs and/or ocean views. it's 3 miles from history of diving museum. set along the ocean and shaded by palm trees, this low-key resort comprises 12 buildings on 5 acres. boat dockage is complimentary. casual, individually decorated accommodations with patios or balconies range from 1-room studios and suites to 3-bedrooms cottages and villas. there's a heated oceanfront pool, a tiki bar, and a sandy beach area with sunloungers, plus fishing and swimming piers. kayaks and bikes are available
Miami International Airport 1 hr 33
Lignumvitae Key (8 min)
Ranger-guided tours showcase this tiny island's lush forest, accessed by boat or kayak. Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park (8 min)
Small island covered with virgin tropical forest, accessible by boat only & offering ranger tours. Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park (9 min)
A former limestone quarry, this park offers trails with cross-section views of fossilized coral. Indian Key Historic State Park (3 min)
Deserted 11-acre island with ruins of an 1800s town & reefs for snorkeling, accessible by boat. Alligator Reef Light House (4 min)
Compact, unique museum with relics, exhibits & equipment showcasing the evolution of diving. Upper Matecumbe Key (3 min) Keys History & Discovery Center (5 min)
Thoughtful displays & a model depict the early culture & history of the Keys in a sleek space. Long Key (17 min)
Small, relaxed island featuring stunning white-sand beaches, campgrounds & outdoor recreation. Anne's Beach (9 min)
Dedicated to a local environmentalist, this beach features a swim area, picnic tables & boardwalk. Robbie's (6 min)
Marina, pelican, snorkeling, kayaking, and fishing Windley Key (10 min)
Small island featuring a fossil reef geological park with a visitor center & a marine mammal park. Lower Matecumbe Key (7 min)
A small island with lush vegetation, sandy beaches, resort hotels & fishing charters. Theater of the Sea (6 min)
Popular marine park destination for swimming with dolphins, snorkeling & shows in lush setting. Long Key State Park (17 min)
State park once home to a luxury resort now offers bonefishing, canoeing, and hiking. | 
