Key Lime Sailing Club

Key Lime Sailing Club – A Secluded Key Largo Hideaway, Easy to Reach and Hard to Forget

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Key Lime Sailing Club – A Secluded Key Largo Hideaway, Easy to Reach and Hard to Forget

A Secluded Key Largo Hideaway, Easy to Reach and Hard to Forget

It has been 8 years since the B.O.W. Crew visited Key Lime Sailing Club for the first time. But, as soon as we set foot back on the property, we remembered why we fell in love the first time we came. The Key Lime Sailing Club’s cottages are tucked away just right on the Bay, to make you feel like you are on your own personal little island, with a few other guests, of course.

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Key Lime Sailing Club – A Secluded Key Largo Hideaway, Easy to Reach and Hard to Forget

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Key Lime Sailing Club – A Secluded Key Largo Hideaway, Easy to Reach and Hard to Forget

There were some new smiling faces on our trip this time. But, the same great passion for sailing and the lifestyle(s) provided by the Keys, Mother Nature, and the beautiful waters abound, could not go unnoticed. The folks at Key Lime Sailing Club will be happy to help you throughout your stay. They have everything on site, to make for a wonderful getaway or vacation.

Below is an excerpt taken from the original article(and first visit to KLSC) for B.O.W. Magazine, in March 2014. By: Leah Sweat Tucked away, behind the hustle of the Overseas Highway, in the midst of the daily routines of the locals, lies a hidden gem. Without specific plans, or GPS navigations, the common traveler would miss Key Largo’s sweet spot. From the highway, the property seems to only house a hodgepodge of water-sports equipment; however by following the gravel drive west toward the

Gulf, just beyond the Sea grape tree line, you’ll discover Key Lime Sailing Club. Retreating to the cottages felt like a personal vacation home; complete with all necessary kitchen wares and linens. Each separate hideaway is adorned with tropical flair, both inside and out; picnic tables repurposed from pilings, channel markers and buoys define the outdoor spaces. Luckily, we checked the side table drawers, as we were able to peruse the brief diary entries of previous guests and their adventures while visiting KLSC.

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Key Lime Sailing Club – A Secluded Key Largo Hideaway, Easy to Reach and Hard to Forget

Up before sunrise, to be sure and capitalize on every moment, breakfast at the Conch House, just north of KLSC ocean side, included coconut macadamia nut pancakes and cracked Conch Benedict, an ideal way to begin the day paradise. A small tour of the islands, including stops at fresh coconut stands, sandal outlets, local artisan galleries, and a multitude of photo-ops, just far enough to travel the seven mile bridge, is always an option. However, guests find that Key Lime Sailing Club will meet every need, whether it be sailing, relaxing by the water, swimming, diving, or paddling the Bay’s waters on the available kayaks, canoes and stand up paddle boards; spotting creatures below and above. The first mates are on hand for life vest fitting, an extra set of hands for equipment prep, tips on best routes, mini-how-to session, or a personal bon-voyage. Or, just

follow the live music to the local Snook’s Bayside Grill for a recharge and refreshing beverage. From the Key Lime Sailing Club: Key Lime Sailing Club and staff provide the perfect base for a get away to Key Largo; with everything required to not leave the sea grape tree line. Paradise found. A hidden gem. A word from the folks at Key Lime Sailing Club: Welcome to our unique little hideaway. Secluded, serene, and perfectly located, our self-contained cottages have everything you need for a relaxing waterfront vacation and sailing is what we’re all about! If you’re an experienced sailor, we invite you to use one of our sailboats included in your cottage rental at no additional charge. There’s no better way to relax and enjoy the Keys. Plus, we have an onsite American

Sailing Academy (ASA) Sailing School to advance your sailing, or you can just get a taste of sailing with our 2 hour Intro to Sailing. Our sloop-rigged 22’ Catalina sailboats are perfect for cruising the calm waters of Florida Bay. Just grab your cooler, walk to our dock, and point the bow at the horizon. We offer approximately 30 square miles of bay side surface to sail, which includes no less than 3 specific destinations with straight runs of up to 6 nautical miles – one way. All of our sailing area is within the confines of the Florida bay, Everglades National Park and parts of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary protects 2,900 square nautical miles of waters surrounding the Florida Keys, from south of Miami westward to encompass the Dry Tortugas.

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Key Lime Sailing Club – A Secluded Key Largo Hideaway, Easy to Reach and Hard to Forget

There are no hidden charges – your stay includes: Unlimited private sailboat use, kayaks, snorkeling equipment, canoes, free wifi, stand-up paddle boards, bicycles, fishing gear, use of BBQ grills, and onsite parking. In the evening, just walk or paddle around to local dining and dancing. Or stay on site and enjoy Key Largo’s incredible sunsets from one of the area’s most intimate settings… the Key Lime Sailing Club & Cottages. Easy to reach, hard to forget! Go to: https://www.keylimesailingclub.com/ to book your stay today! Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages 101425 Overseas Highway #922 Key Largo, Florida, 33037 USA 305-451-3438 keylargocottages@keylimesailingclub.com

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