Atlantic Ocean Beachfront Duplex with Private Dock
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
This beautiful, duplex home is located on one of the only private beaches in the Florida Keys. The home is located on the southern tip of Long Key, and has a spectacular view of the Atlantic Ocean. Each side of the home is a two-bedroom, one bath. Both sides are available for rent. It is ideal for two families, and a paradise for adults and children.
The Long Key State Park is a short walk up the beach, where camping, birdwatching, snorkeling, hiking, canoeing, and many other activities are offered. The water in front of the home is shallow, with a channel which enables a boat up to 30 feet in length to reach the dock. The shallow water is great for snorkeling, lounging, and is a paradise for children. Boat rentals are available nearby.
The waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Florida Bay provide some of the best diving and fishing in the world. World-Class fishing guides and dive boats are also available. Many of the local fishing guides will pick you up right in front of the house. The Long Key Viaduct, just a few hundred feet from the house, has proven to be one of the world's best places to catch a Tarpon.
Both sides of the home are fully-equipped with linens, kitchen supplies, patio and beach furniture, a barbecue grill, and a tiki hut provides an escape from the warm Florida sunshine. Come to enjoy some of the many attractions that the area has to offer, or just lay in a hammock under a palm tree. There is something for everyone at this beachfront paradise!
The home is located on the site of Henry Flagler’s Long Key Fishing Camp and it’s where author, Zane Grey vacationed and wrote some of his works in the early 1900s. Long Key Fishing Camp was established on Long Key in Florida in 1908 by Henry M. Flagler's Florida East Coast Railway Company for the use of tourists to enjoy what was described as 'some of the best fishing in the world.' It initially served a housing for some of the employees who were building the Overseas Railroad to Key West.
Long Key Fishing Camp featured a two-story hotel and a number of cottages. The camp was made famous by author Zane Grey, who was a regular resident, and a pioneer of the sport of sail fishing. Grey became the first president of the Long Key Fishing Club in 1917. The list of other early distinguished guests included Herbert Hoover, Franklin Roosevelt, Andrew Mellon, Charles Kettering, and other notables.
The fishing camp was destroyed by the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935, as was the Overseas Railroad. After the latter was destroyed, the Overseas Highway (U.S. 1), was built across Long Key in replacement
Keywords: Beachfront Home..duplex offering two units each with 2 bedrooms/1 bath
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 4-6
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Convertible bed(s)
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Kitchen
- Ice Maker
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Parking Off Street
- Washing Machine
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
- Air Conditioning
- Clothes Dryer
Other Amenities
- Kayak
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- VCR
- Satellite / Cable
- CD Player
- Stereo
Communications
- Telephone
- Wireless Internet
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Location & View
- Oceanfront
Activities
- Cinemas
- Fitness Center
- Parasailing
- Wind-Surfing
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Medical Services
- Tennis
- Water Skiing
- Sailing
- Golf
- Deepsea Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Pier Fishing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Snorkeling
- Kayaking
- Massage Therapist
- Laundromat
- Hospital
- Restaurants
- Zoo
- Museums
- Churches
- Marina
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Shopping
- Horseshoes
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Eco Tourism
- Scenic Drives
- Walking
- Shelling
- Sight Seeing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Boating
- ATM/Bank
- Groceries
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Jet Skiing
Reviews
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Stayed Aug 2011 and had a Wonderful time!
Stayed Aug 2011 and had a Wonderful time!
- Guest Lisa
- Date of stay 07/30/11
- Review Submitted 10/04/11
My husband and I went for one week with our two friends and we had a beautiful time. This property has one of the best locations in the Keys. Sandy beaches are rare down there and this one has a beautiful private one. One night we even saw sea turtles hatch! If you are looking for a nice relaxing vacation by the ocean I strongly recommend this property. If you are bringing a boat make sure you use the channel during low tide to access the dock.Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+.
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Even more beautiful than the pics!
Even more beautiful than the pics!
- Guest Relaxation hunters
- Date of stay 03/19/11
- Review Submitted 03/27/11
We just spent a glorious relaxing week in the Flagler unit. The white sand is soft. Water was clear, calm and warm. Tiki huts gave it a tropical feel and respite from hot sun. The beach is shallow so perfect for strolling, shelling or as the listing states, for kids to play. It does get weedy further out so I wouldn't say its swimmable. The unit itself was very clean, updated and comfortable with lots of personality. The updated kitchen was well stocked with plenty of pots, dishes, servingware, glassware and gadgets. The linens on the bed--pure heaven--so silky! Walls were covered with local and sea themed pics--many with the humor representative of the Keys. It is a duplex so there are neighbors but there's a washer/dryer between which created privacy on the deck if we wanted it. The unit is close to the road, and you can hear the traffic. For us, it sometimes sounded like waves crashing and never took away from our enjoyment of the property. We spent several days of our week just hanging out because the place was so beautiful, peaceful and relaxing. I would not hesitate to recommend this place to others and hope that I have the opportunity to return.Recommended for: Girls getaway, people with disabilities, families with young children, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing.
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Rates
Each Side: From $4800/month From $1675/week From $250/night (3 night minimum)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Calendar
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Location
- Nearest Airport: Key West at 65 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: Florida Turnpike at 40 Miles
Owner info
About the owner: Our home sits on the same property as the historic Long key Fishing Camp. See details below.
Why the Owner Chose Layton:
Long Key gained national prominence through its championing by author Zane Grey, who was a regular resident. Someone can check this, but I believe that Grey was America's first millionaire writer. Grey was a dentist who turned cowboy and became a prolific writer. During the winter of 1911, Grey vacationed at Long Key while writing his novel 'The Light of the Western Stars.' King fishing was the popular sport fishing in those times and the sailfish was considered a nuisance as it would steal the bait used for kingfish. In fact, the sailfish was dubbed 'boohoo.'
Zane Grey, along with a local fishing guide named Bill Partrea, would spend their days fishing. It is not known why Grey took to boohoo fishing, but he did, and on light tackle. Year after year, Grey, and his brother R. C, returned to Long Key. With the support of other fishermen, sail fishing became the sport of sports for Florida Keys fishing enthusiasts. There is still a creek on Long Key known as Zane Grey Creek.
Among Long Key amenities were a 75-room guest hotel, general store, a post office and 14 cottages. Normally, a fleet of 12 fishing boats and guides were available. The two-story clubhouse and cottages were on the Atlantic side, but the boats were generally docked on the Gulf side.
Guests arrived by boat or train. A tram passed under the track to connect the two sides. The guest list included Herbert Hoover, Franklin Roosevelt, Andrew Mellon, William Hearst, Charles Kettering, and other notables. Louis P. Schutt was the first manager. When L.P. became the manager of the Casa Marina Hotel in Key West, his son George, took over as manager at Long Key.
The Long Key Fishing Club was officially formed with Zane Grey as the first president from March 1917 to 1920. The stated purpose was, 'To Develop the Best and Finest Traits of Sport, To Restrict the Killing of Fish, To Educate the Inexperienced Angler by Helping Him, And To Promote Good Fellowship
The Unique Benefits at this House:
No need to leave the property. Swim, sun, snorkel, fish, birdwatch, walk the beach, watch beautiful sun rises and sunsets from the dock, and much more all on site.
Contact us
- Primary: (305) 365-9840
- Secondary: (305) 796-1483 (Florida, USA)
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Photos
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View of the Atlantic Ocean from the house
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View of the beach and the dock facing the southern tip of Long Key
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Master bedroom
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View of the house from the dock
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View from the beach of kitchen and living area
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Guest room
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Aerial view of the property
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