Keys Life Magazine December 2021

KEYS LIFE

DECEMBER 2021| FREE

magazine

KEYS MYSTERY

TREE TO

DE“LIGHT”

AGAIN

RASPBERRY

CHAMPAGNE

COCKTAIL

SUSHI

YOU’LL

WANT

AGAIN & AGAIN

page 7

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2 Keys Life Magazine December 2021

DECEMBER 2021| FREE

KEYS MYSTERY

TREE TO

DE“LIGHT”

AGAIN

RASPBERRY

CHAMPAGNE

COCKTAIL

MM 93 Bayside | 305-853-5370

A BETTER

WAY TO BOAT!

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KEYS LIFE

magazine

SUSHI

YOU’LL

WANT

AGAIN & AGAIN

400CC-X

Featured

Read

CHEF to keys boaters DREW’S

for 20 years!

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DECEMBER ‘21 //

CONTENTS

Publisher & Editor

Allan Pope

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Contributors

Jerrica Mah

Jill Zima Borski

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Photo by Kristen Livengood

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LOCAL’S GUIDE SINCE 2012

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Keys Life Magazine is a locally owned and operated monthly

publication. Our mission is to spread the word about the

amazing people who make up our home: the Florida Keys.

We are passionate about showcasing the people behind the

businesses and community who make island life all the better!

FEATURES

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SUSHI YOU’LL WANT AGAIN & AGAIN

Chef Drew’s up-and-coming sushi restaurant

is about to elevate the Keys culinary world

with elegant food, a stunning atmosphere

and unparalleled experience.

07 25

KEYS MYSTERY TREE TO

DE”LIGHT” AGAIN

More about the decade old mystery of the

elusive elves that decorate Fred the Tree

on the Old Seven Mile Bridge.

MILE MARKERS

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RASPBERRY CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL

Get excited for the count down to New Years

with this fruity champagne treat!

20 28

SCHOOL DATES

TO REMEMBER

From Sports to Trips

to Meetings & More

STAYING LOCAL

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LIVING THE

ISLAND LIFE

Find your

Paradise

LOCAL EVENTS

CALENDER

Stay Up-to-Date

this December!

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KEYS

CONNECTIONS

Eat, Shop &

Play Locally

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SUSHI YOU’LL WANT

AGAIN & AGAIN

Chic. Sexy. Delicious. Three words that

Chef Drew uses to describe his up-andcoming

sushi restaurant, Shima.

Shima, which means ‘island’ in

Japanese, is set to open in the coming

months and is the culmination of

decades of culinary experience that

began on a charter boat to the Bahamas.

Drew Tsang got on that charter boat

as a Boy Scout’s Sea Explorer, working

over the summer during high school.

The crew was meant to take turns

cooking each day, but after Drew cooked,

everyone said, “Let the kid cook again.”

So, he did, again and again.

Drew left that charter with more

than Explorer experience; he left with

a passion for cooking. After graduating

high school, he studied Culinary Arts and

Restaurant Management at university

and under some of Miami’s best chefs.

Over the years, Chef Drew has earned

many accolades, including Jose Cuervo

Chef of the Year and one of America’s

Top 100 Chefs named by Food & Wine.

He’s demonstrated

his skills on

multiple

television cooking shows like Celebrity

Chefs and Food Network’s Cutthroat

Kitchen.

His proudest award, however,

was earned after the devastation of

Hurricane Irma. From trapped tourists to

first responders, Chef Drew and his team

fed people 24 hours a day for 3 weeks.

“It started with a brisket I cooked

from my freezer,” Chef Drew explains.

“Anyone was welcome to share it, and a

father came with his children. He cried

as he thanked me because they had just

eaten their last can of food. He didn’t

know how he would feed his children

and then suddenly was offered a brisket.

I knew then that we couldn’t stop until

everyone was fed.”

So, Chef Drew did what he did back on

the charter boat: he cooked again and

again.

For his tireless and generous efforts,

he was awarded the Humanitarian of

the Year Award of Florida. This time,

the award wasn’t for the quality of his

cooking but for the quality of his heart.

Chef Drew is well-known in the Keys.

He owns and operates Chef Drew’s

Island Catering which specializes in

elevating any event with unforgettable

flavors. His artistic flair makes the food

as visually appealing as it is delectable.

He is taking this same approach with his

new restaurant.

The atmosphere of the restaurant,

designed by John Ruldolph, is going to

be as tantalizing as the food. With dark

tones, bronze accents, and soft lighting,

Shima will exude simple elegance.

“Women

will get to

put on their

little black dress,

and men will gladly

dust off their sports

jackets for a chance to

admire their dates for an

evening,” Chef Drew says with

a smile.

In addition to Chef Drew’s

expertise and talents, Shima will

benefit from another renowned local

chef, Chef Camellien Octela. Formerly of

Nikai Sushi, Chef Camellien is now partowner

and Head Sushi Chef of Shima.

Together, they expect great things (as

does the culinary world).

Shima will undoubtedly be known

for sushi and its elevated menu, but

Chefs Drew and Camellien are also

excited about its champagne cocktails

and, eventually, private cooking classes.

They plan to close the restaurant on

Wednesdays to host classes, which

makes for another great date or

enjoyable outing for their patrons.

This merging of food, atmosphere, and

experiences reflects what Chef Drew’s

mentor, Chef Charlie Trotter, taught him.

Chef Trotter told Drew, “If it was only

cooking, kid, it would be too easy.”

With that always in mind, Shima will

offer much more than good cooking. It

will offer edible art that pleases all of the

senses. Expect to want it again and again.

Jerrica Mah is a writer, army wife, and freelance book

editor, who loves to travel with her family.

Photos from Jannette DeLlanos Photography.

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Combine raspberries, orange juice, and

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KEY LARGO SCHOOL

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Key Largo Boat Parade – OSCS Boat Entry

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Middle School HOPE Ambassadors & Leaders Meet

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12.4

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12.6

EOC Makeup

12.7

Early Release is at 11:30am

12.11

ACT 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM in Media Center

12.14 - 12.17

Midterm/Semester Exams

12.15 - 12.17

Early Release is 11:30 AM

12.17

End of 2nd Grading Period

12.20 - 12.31

No School

PLANTATION KEY SCHOOL

12.7

Early Dismissal

12.6 - 12.10

Scholastic Book Fair

12.8

PKS PTA Fish Fry at Lorelei at 5:30 PM

12.17

Early Dismissal, End of 2nd Quarter

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TREASURE VILLAGE MONTESSORI

12.10

Picture Retake Day

12.15

TVM Board Meeting

12.17

Early Release/Dismissal at 11:45am- no aftercare provided

12.20 - 12.31

Winter Break

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12.8

Early Release @ 11:40

12.15 - 12.17

End of Semester Exams

12.17

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12.20 - 12.31

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SAC & PTO Meeting in the Media Center - 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

12.8

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12.17

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12.20 - 12.31

Winter Break- No School

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Looe Key Reef Resort & Dive Center

27340 Overseas Hwy, Ramrod Key

This 24 unit canal front Hotel sits on 1.67 Acres,

and features 150 Seat Restaurant & Bar plus one

of the most established Dive Shop’s in the Keys.

3 Buildings total, two 5 COP Liquor licenses, 35’

Custom Dive/ Snorkel boat.

SOLD! $6.25M

Key Largo Fisheries

1313 Ocean Bay Dr., Key Largo

47 year old family owned company with 34

deep water boat slips, 198 seat restaurant,

wholesale fish market, 2.307 acres total,

with 2 buildings totaling of 9,681 SF.

SOLD!

S.S. Wreck & Galley Grill

58835 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

This (22) year old Keys classic features a 150

seat restaurant, with over 1,000 SF of outdoor

dining, full liquor bar, and 125 feet of frontage

on Overseas Hwy. 16,250 SF lot with 1,969 SF

building.

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SOLD!

SOLD! SOLD!

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Keys Mystery Tree to De“light”Again

Given the big hearts in the Keys, is it any

surprise that a few people determined a

forlorn, hardscrabble Australian pine

tree growing out of the concrete on the

Old Seven Mile Bridge was the equivalent

of Charlie Brown’s questionable choice

for a Christmas tree -- and begged to be

adorned? Mysterious elves year after

year festoon that Australian pine who

they named Fred with Keys-themed

ornaments, lights and attention-getting

ribbon and furls. Any alert motorist on

the Overseas Highway more than likely

has glanced in the tree’s direction only to

do a double-take and state the equivalent

of, “Well, I’ll be…” in wondrous surprise.

The décor does its job

admirably in generating smiles

& holiday cheer and is a quirky

Keys tradition year after year.

Its popularity is noteworthy. Books

and songs have been written about it.

And, Fred the Tree has almost 16,000

followers on its Facebook page created in

September 2015. Also, of note, Fred is an

acronym for “For Real Enjoyment Driving”

said its creators.

How long has Fred the Tree been

growing on the old bridge? According to

Cathy Salustri, in an article referencing

2003 on www.cltampa.com, “She was a

sapling then, barely a branch tucked into

a loose piece of concrete. I don’t know

how she got there, but I can imagine she

sprang from the leavings of one of the

millions of birds that either fly over or

roost on this disconnected, decaying span

of Overseas Railroad…” That likely is how

it got its start.

While the trees’s birth year may be

debatable, the decorating began 11 years

ago, according to a WRLN article by Nancy

Klingener and confirmed by one of Fred’s

elves. Klingener said two residents named

Tim and Loretta began the tradition on a

bridge section that is not connected to

land any more. The decorations between

mile markers 41 and 42 have evolved into

about 300 feet of solar lights that have to

be protected from rats by rat traps. Rats

had chewed through the wiring in the

past, Klingener wrote.

As well, painted lobster or crab trap

buoys of six-inch in diameter are visible

from the Seven Mile Bridge, as well as

angels. At the request of a Lower Keys

rabbi, a menorah has been added to

the décor as a nod to inclusivity and

everything the holidays stand for. A

giant lit-up star also is erected by a

multi-person pulley/rope system

as Fred’s crowning glory.

Another addition after the

devastating Hurricane Irma in

September 2017 was a “Keys

Strong” sign. Many Middle

and Lower Keys residents

had to deal with flooded

and destroyed homes from

the category four storm

that holiday season so a

reminder of community

support was a thoughtful

inclusion, and continues to be a reminder

for anyone who is hurting.

How the brave elves get up on the

old bridge is a bit of holiday mystique --

similar to how Santa Claus travels around

the world in 24 hours and squeezes down

chimneys. There may be boats, ladders

and/or rappelling involved or helicopters

and drop zones. Not too many people

see the elves in action, so it’s hard to get

the facts from the secretive decorators. It

could be they sprout magical wings and

fly there… so they would have us believe!

Festive Fred garners plenty of attention

from amused passers-by driving upon the

Overseas Highway. One elf said Fred is

about as iconic as the Rockefeller Center

tree in New York or the White House

Christmas Tree.

She added that the small Australian

pine beside Fred is Wilma, and a bushy

shrub further down is Barney, and all

will receive their decorations around

the second week in December, weather

permitting. The décor will remain in

place about one month. After that, just

as mysteriously as the lights and cheerful

apparel went up, they will come down as

the busy elves disassemble the beautiful

additions, and “leave no trace,” the elf

said, with a nod to being environmentallyfriendly.

Why do they do it? It brings holiday

spirit to all who see it. The fact the trees

are seemingly inaccessible adds to its

magnetism and joy.

The Old Seven Mile Bridge was part of

Henry Flagler’s Oversea Railway and was

built between 1908 and 1912. The Labor

Day Hurricane of 1935 -- a category five

storm -- damaged the bridge and the

new Seven Mile Bridge was completed

in 1982. Fred the Tree is forging its own

history over the vast expanse of Atlantic

Ocean and making Christmas and life a

little more wonderful in the Florida Keys.

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JUST LISTED - Oceanfront Islamorada

SOLD! –Tavernier

SOLD! - Key Largo

SOLD!

SOLD!

Oceanfront Oasis with Private Sandy Beach

Crystal clear Atlantic Ocean in your back yard. This

property is just over ¾ of an acre of seclusion and

privacy. Imagine pulling up to your beachfront

paradise in your own boat, Family cook outs on your

beach, minutes to the world’s best diving and fishing.

Spectacular sunrises in your back yard. It does not get

any better than this. ROGO exempt, no waiting for a

building permit. $1,699,000

SOLD - Summerland Key

Rare Bayfront Property!

First time on the market in over 40 years!! Iconic

Bayfront home in the heart of Islamorada, huge lot,

spectacular wide open bay views from every room.

White sand beach in the rear yard, new concrete

seawall/dock. Solid concrete construction including

the roof.

SOLD! $3,500,000

SOLD! - Lower Matecumbe

Key Largo Conch Home!

3 bedroom, 2 bath home completely remodeled down

to the studs. New drywall, flooring, baths, kitchen, ss

appliances, roof, impact doors and windows. Huge

fenced rear yard!!! This home shows like brand new!!!!!

SOLD! $550,000

SOLD! - Marathon

SOLD!

SOLD!

SOLD!

Minutes to World Class Fishing and Diving

Congratulations to our SELLER and our BUYER!!!! Our buyer

dreamed for many years about buying this property. His

family would drive by in their boat and say, one day we are

going to buy that home, well they just did!!! DREAMS DO

COME TRUE!! Imagine owning this gated family compound

with over 320’ of dockage on the point. Three story

remodeled home, with 3 bed, 3.5 bath over 3100 sq. ft. of

living area. Stunning unobstructed direct view down the

canal to the ocean. Fly into Summerland Key private air park

a few streets over. SOLD $2,400,000

Oceanfront Home with Private Beach

Congratulations to our BUYERS. They have been

vacationing in the keys for many years. They always

told themselves one day, we will have an oceanfront

home in the Keys. Their dreams became a reality!!!

We were able to find them a lovely OCEANFRONT, 3

bedroom, 2 bath concrete, pool home with their own

white sand beach with a pier!!! Congratulations!!!

SOLD! $2,150,000

New 3 beds/2 bath Canal Front Home

Congratulations to our buyer!!! Waterfront!!! 1

minute to the Atlantic Ocean, NEW Construction!!!

Concrete, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, top of the line finishes

throughout. Huge garage/storage down stairs. New

concrete dock.

SOLD! $1,249,000

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12.2

QUIZ OUT OF WATER TRIVIA NIGHT

Calling all marine and trivia enthusiasts! Are you ready

to put your ocean, conservation, and Florida Keys

knowledge to the test? The event will be hosted at

Florida Keys Brewing Company from 7-9 PM EST. The

event is free and open to the public.

Where: Florida Keys Brewing Company w/ REEF

12.3

ISLAMORADA CHAMBER OF

COMMERCE ANNUAL HOLIDAY FEST

Holiday parade, gingerbread house contest, Sweet

Shoppe, enjoy snow mountain, kids holiday activity

center, food and drinks, Vino Village, craft beers,

holiday gifts, visits with Santa and Lighting of the lights!

Where: Founders Park Beach, MM 87 Bayside

12.4

LIGHT UP KEY LARGO

Join us as celebrate our 12th year of Light Up Key

Largo. Help us make this year a success for our

community.

Where: Murray Nelson Government Center

Contact: Dawn DeBrule at (305) 394-7530 or

Bonnie Barnes at (904) 463-0513

12.11

POPS IN THE PARK

Through the dedication and talent of Florida Keys

Community Concert Band members and supporters,

music enthusiasts can enjoy an entire Pops in the

Park season of themed outdoor concerts free.

Where: Founders Park starting at 4 PM

KEY LARGO BOAT

PARADE WATCH PARTY

This year’s boat parade starts at 7:30pm and is

organized by our local Key Largo Sunset Rotary as a

fundraiser. We’ll have live music on our outdoor stage

by the Luke Sommer Glenn Band.

Where: Caribbean Club, MM 104 at 7:30 PM

12.14

December

Event

Upper Keys

REEF HOLIDAY PARTY

Join the REEF team for our annual holiday celebration.

Light snacks and refreshments will be served.

Where: 98300 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo (REEF

Campus) from 6 - 7:30 PM

12.18

ISLAMORADA FISHING

OUTFITTERS 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY/

GRAND OPENING PARTY

Radio station live broadcasting, food, giveaways,

personally uniquely blended craft beer.

Where: Islamorada Fishing Outfitters, 171 Hood

Ave, Tavernier, FL 33070

Contact: 305 741-7544

12.18 - 12.24

GIFT WRAPPING FOR REEF

Members of the CSHS National Honor Society will

be wrapping gifts to raise money for REEF.

Where: Divers Direct, 99621 Overseas Hwy

Contact: (305) 451-0118 - 12- 5 PM DAILY

Middle Keys

12.5

FARO BLANCO ANNUAL

LIGHTHOUSE LIGHTING FESTIVAL

Celebrate the season with a visit from Mr. & Mrs.

Clause, shopping at the Market on the Marina.

Local youth and adult holiday performances. Silent

Auction & raffles. Tthe Lighting of our Lighthouse!

All proceeds to go to Marathon High School Band.

Where: Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club, 3 - 6PM

Contact: *Inquire with April at 305-434-9038 to

have a tent and table station

12.8

DECEMBER CHAMBER AFTER

HOURS @ AQUARIUM ENCOUNTERS

Members-only free event Raffles, family fun,

networking, and more.

Where: Aquarium Encounters, MM 117

Contact: Call Erika to join 305-743-5417

12.15

VIRTUAL IMMERSE YOURSELF

PRESENTATION: INTO THE PLANET

Join author and explorer Jill Heinerth as she

takes attendees through her adventures below

the water’s surface. Jill will share stories from her

book, Into the planet.

Where: Virtual presentation from 7 - 8 PM

Contact: Email Emily at programs@divingmuseum

to register for this Zoom presentation.

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12.16

TROPICAL HOLIDAY FUN-FEST

Come out to the Marathon Community Park and

enjoy a spectacular holiday event that is free for the

whole family. We will have games, bounce houses, a

DJ, popcorn, hotdogs, a visit from Santa, and more!

Where: Marathon Community Park, 200 36th

Street Ocean, Marathon, FL 33050 from 5 - 9 PM

12.18

WINTER WONDERLAND

Predictions of snow! Other events include: Santa,

Reindeer Ponies, Sleigh Rides, Hot Chocolate Bar,

Chocolate Fountain, Santa Stew and more!

Where: Crane Point Museum & Nature Center,

5550 Overseas Hwy, Marathon: 4:30 - 7:30 PM

Contact: 305-743-9100

12.21

CHRISTMAS MARKET

Come for an oceanfront lunch or cocktail and shop for

your unique handcrafted Florida Keys Christmas gifts.

Where: Havana Jacks from 11 AM - 7 PM

Contact: (305) 743-4849

Lower Keys

12.4

KEY WEST LIGHTED BIKE RIDE

BeLighted Holiday Village at Coffee Butler

Amphitheater inside Truman Waterfront Park.

BeLighted Bike Ride leaves at 8pm

Where: Coffee Butler Amphitheater, 35 Quay

Road, Key West

KEY WEST CITY HOMETOWN

HOLIDAY PARADE

Local flavor prevails with marching bands, school

groups, motorized and non-motorized floats and

lively community participation. The parade kicks

off at 7 p.m. Catching tossed candy and seeing

Santa are highlights for kids.

Where: Bayview Park’s Truman Ave

Contact: 305-809-3881

12.10

5TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY

CONCERT & BAZAAR

The immensely popular celebration will feature

some of the Key West’s finest artisans, musicians and

choirs, food and libations, and a holiday light show.

Where: Custom House Museum from 5 - 9 PM

Contact: Kassandra Collett, 305-295-6615 ext. 114


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~ MARATHON $5,950,000

This Oceanfront 16,000 sf. two story concrete Mansion

is ready for completion. Plans call for total of 6 bedrooms

and 6 baths, plus 4 car garage. House sits on 74,888 sf.

Oceanfront Lot with 200’ of private natural sandy beach.

Room for gigantic, zero edge Oceanfront pool. Contact

Greg Dully at 305.900.4232 with RE/MAX Commercial

Team - All Keys Real Estate. refer to page 24

~ ISLAMORADA $1,699,000

Crystal clear Atlantic Ocean in your back yard. This

property is just over ¾ of an acre of seclusion

and privacy. Imagine pulling up to your beachfront

paradise in your own boat, Family cook outs on your

beach, minutes to the world’s best diving and fishing.

Spectacular sunrises in your back yard. It does not get

any better than this. ROGO exempt, no waiting for a

building permit. Call Shane Wilson at 239.851.3861

with Real Living Cypress Realty, INC, Shane

Waterfront Wilson Team. refer to page 27

SOLD

PENDING

~ PLANTATION KEY $1,025,000

Waterfront home in desirable Plantation Key subdivision

offering 3bd/2ba upstairs with an above flood/legal

1bd/1ba living quarters downstairs. NEW metal roof. Most

windows/doors are impact. Inviting backyard with concrete

dock, davits and boat ramp, great for paddle boards and

kayaks. Plus a carport/workshop area. Direct bay access

for great backcountry fishing and nearby waterfront

restaurants. Call Lisa Frins, P.A. at 305.522.1479 with

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. refer to page 11

~ ISLAMORADA $1,250,000

Iconic sale in Islamorada! With octagon architecture,

vaulted ceilings, brick fireplaces, a separate garage and

office, and resort style landscaping, this home is a true

charmer. This unique 3 bedroom, 3-bathroom pool

home on 2.5 lots just sold for list price of $1,250,000.

Contact Seanna Lindback at 305.998.4387 with Sea

Haven Realty. refer to page 5

~ KEY LARGO $640,000

A beautiful home in a quiet location at the end of the street.

Plenty of parking. Beautiful pavers at your inviting back yard

porch with a utility shed also. Side fences and clean outside

area to enjoy the afternoon BBQ. Open patio in front and

back yard. Walking into this almost new home offering

vaulted ceilings with tile floors throughout this immaculate

home. Impact windows and doors with a metal roof too.

Elevation is an X zone, so no flood insurance is required.

Contact Barbara Eads at 305.853.5982 with Barbara Eads

Realty, Inc. refer to page 19

PENDING

SOLD


Fabulous Kawama Tower condo rental turn key ready

with remodeled kitchen, granite counter tops, stainless

steel appliances. Overlooks the marina on one side,

tennis courts on the other side. Excellent vacation rental

income, allowing for short term vacation rentals. Gated

community with security, nature trails, boat ramp, marina,

tidal swimming lagoon, pool, tennis, playground, beach.

Call Sunne Rego at 305.923.9271 with Island Equity

Real Estate. refer to page 2

~ BIG PINE KEY $799,000

Charming Eden Pines canal home on a sprawling

Double Lot. Open floorplan with soaring wood

planked cathedral ceilings. 2 Bedrooms and a gorgeous,

remodeled bath. Bright and tastefully designed and

updated kitchen. Spacious balcony overlooking the

canal. You’ll fall in love with the vast walled yard

offering privacy and lots of fill with good soil for

gardening. So much potential for a pool, addition, or

garage. Call Aryl & Pati Robison at 305.781.7506 with

The Robison Group. refer to page 39

~ SUMMERLAND KEY $2,400,000

Congratulations to our SELLER and our BUYER!!!!

Our buyer dreamed for many years about buying this

property. His family would drive by in their boat and

say, one day we are going to buy that home, well they

just did!!! Imagine owning this gated family compound

with over 320’ of dockage on the point. Three story

remodeled home, with 3 bed, 3.5 bath over 3100 sq.

ft. of living area. Stunning canal view. Call Shane Wilson

at 239.851.3861 with Real Living Cypress Realty, INC,

Shane Waterfront Wilson Team. refer to page 27

For listings, Text or E-Mail Allan Pope today at 305-509-9340 or APope@KeysLifeMagazine.com

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PENDING

~ KEY LARGO $1,579,000

LOCATION, CONVENIENCE and LIFESTYLE from this tri

level in a great neighborhood in which to anchor yourself

and feel at home. A fantastic home with plenty of space for

everyone perfectly positioned in Key Largo on picturesque

Blackwater Sound. This custom 3/2 ½ baht is spacious &

meticulous, 55ft deep water dock. Call Terry Canto 305-

394-3037, American Caribbean Real Estate. refer to

page 16

~ TAVERNIER $2,499,000

This is your chance to remodel & develop a (15) unit

multi-family property right here in Tavernier! Perfect for

much needed employee housing. Currently offers (4)

market-rate apartments and (1) retail commercial space

that is 100% rented and stabilized. The owner planned to

convert and remodel this parcel to a 15 unit multi-family

with a projected gross income of $20,700 per month.

Call for plans. Contact Greg Dully at 305.900.4232

with RE/MAX Commercial Team - All Keys Real Estate.

refer to page 24


Oceanfront home in desirable, gated, 55+ community.

Gorgeous views and relaxing ocean breezes are yours

to cherish. State-of-the-art kitchen open kitchen also

features soft-close, wood cabinets and drawers - You will

love cooking while enjoying the ocean views. Everything

completely remodeled! Call Ana G. Zalesky at

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oversized property. Fenced in yard for your privacy.

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porch to enjoy. Two separate entrances for each floor.

Second floor offers a great room with living and

dining area leading to the porch. Open kitchen with

wood cabinets. Spacious downstairs for your guests.

Contact Barbara Eads at 305.853.5982 with Barbara Eads

Realty, Inc. refer to page 19


105045 Overseas Hwy and 105065 Overseas Hwy are

both included in this sale. This prior restaurant is one of the

first restaurants when you are entering and exiting the Keys.

It is in turn key condition and ready to open! Newer fully

equipped kitchen and completely furnished. The adjacent

vacant lot can be used for additional parking or can be kept

separate and developed. Prime Location- only 2.6 miles

from the Brand New College of the Florida Keys. Contact

Greg Dully at 305.900.4232 with RE/MAX Commercial

Team - All Keys Real Estate. refer to page 24

~ KEY LARGO $2,449,000

Spectacular brand new 3-story dream home with pool

and dock in central Key Largo location. This Modern

Contemporary style is sleek and luxurious with 5

bedrooms 4.5 bath of which 3 are en-suites. An elevator

services all 3 levels of this 3,250 sf concrete home

offered turned key, fully furnished & beautifully decorated.

Spacious dream kitchen with top of the line appliances.

Stunning deluxe owner’s suite with an expansive shower.

Call Terry Canto 305-394-3037, American Caribbean Real

Estate. refer to page 16

SOLD

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Absolutely Stunning Newer Construction Home with

Tons of Upgrades. Situated on a Double lot in a High X-

Zone Flood Elevation. This Fully Fenced Home Features

4 Extra Large Bedrooms, 4 Full Elegant Bathrooms, and

Huge Open Living Room. Master Bedroom offers 6’ x 6’

Shower, Jacuzzi Tub, and a 10’ x 10’ Custom Built Walk

in Closet. Call Jocelyn Tiedemann at 305.522.3652

with Island Equity Real Estate. refer to page 14

~ ISLAMORADA $585,000

Desirable turnkey townhome in Islamorada South!

Leave your worries behind in this charming and

comfortable home! Ideal location for enjoying gentle

breezes on any of your balconies while watching

family or friends at the pool or playing tennis. Top floor

boasts a secluded bedroom suite with private bath and

balcony. Bottom level has an enclosed garage. Contact

Susan Holler at 305.393.1695 with LoKation Real Estate.

refer to page 12

~ MATECUMBE $2,150,000

Congratulations to our BUYERS. They have been

vacationing in the keys for many years. They always

told themselves one day, we will have an oceanfront

home in the Keys. Their dreams became a reality!!!

We were able to find them a lovely OCEANFRONT,

3 bedroom, 2 bath concrete, pool home with their

own white sand beach with a pier!!! Congratulations!!!

Call Shane Wilson at 239.851.3861 with Real Living

Cypress Realty, INC, Shane Waterfront Wilson Team.

refer to page 27



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Brand new. Move right into this three-bedroom family

home offering impact windows and doors along with a

metal roof. Open setting with beautiful, vaulted ceilings

with tile floors and granite counter tops. Wood cabinets

with a tankless hot water heater. Added feature is a

roomy loft for your pleasure. Contact Barbara Eads at

305.853.5982 with Barbara Eads Realty, Inc. refer to

page 19


Happy Landings!!! Delight yourself and family with

this welcoming unit at this quiet boutique size

condominium in paradise. Peaceful surroundings and

homey atmosphere unlike any other complexes you’ll

find! Immaculately maintained common areas, new

marina upgrades and many other improvements. This

complex is full of camaraderie and boasts a real feeling

of community. Contact Kelly Wilson at 305.394.6742

with LoKation Real Estate. refer to page 12

~ KEY COLONY $675,000

Perfect piece of Paradise! Fully renovated half-duplex

on a deep and wide 80ft. canal with almost immediate

Ocean access. Charming front entry with ample parking

including an extra-long driveway that leads you around

back to the low maintenance yard. Sit and relax canal side

under the shaded patio overlooking the 30ft. concrete

dock. The waterside entry brings you into a spacious living

room with beautiful water views and adjoining half bath.

Call Aryl & Pati Robison at 305.781.7506 with The

Robison Group. refer to page 39

SOLD

~ KEY LARGO $5,200,000

Bayfront home with Florida Keys charm tucked away

between some mature tropical landscape. Sandy beach

lined with palm trees and gas tiki torches for that romantic

Island getaway feel. Experience the majestic sunsets from

your dock, pool, patio, beach, or upper balcony. Everyroom

overlooks the open bay. The private gated entrance has

Chicago brick leading into this spacous home which offers

4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Call Sunne Rego at

305.923.9271 with Island Equity Real Estate. refer

to page 2

~ STOCK ISLAND $2,750,000

Rarely available Income Producing Waterfront Trailer

Park on Stock Island. Very clean and well maintained.

Most of the trailers are newer and have been replaced

over last few years. All tenants long term with one

year leases. Park is gated with 2 waterfront Homes

rented transient. Total of 12 units plus on-site manager

trailer. Contact Greg Dully at 305.900.4232 with RE/

MAX Commercial Team - All Keys Real Estate. refer

to page 24


3 bedroom, 2 bath home completely remodeled down

to the studs. New drywall, flooring, baths, kitchen, ss

appliances, roof, impact doors and windows. Huge

fenced rear yard!!! This home shows like brand new!!!!!

Call Shane Wilson at 239.851.3861 with Real Living

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refer to page 27

SOLD

SOLD

~ KEY LARGO $2,900,000

Do you want to live the ultimate Keys lifestyle? This

pad provides everything you’d want to tickle your

Floribbean laid back identity. Chilled pool, hot tubs, two

tiki huts, Sonos sound system throughout, immaculate

landscaping, custom outdoor kitchen, multiple lounge

areas, large bar, games, storage and more.... This home

is being sold with an option to purchase a 2015

34’ SeaVee. Call Lindsey Davis at 305.395.2380 with

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. refer to page 11


Great Get-Away. Enjoy island living in a great place

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and basketball courts, and more. All in paradise

on the bayside. Easy Ocean/Bay access. Contact

Kelly Wilson at 305.394.6742 with LoKation Real Estate.

refer to page 12

~ PLANTATION KEY $879,000

You’ll fall in love with this luxuriously remodeled,

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panoramic ocean views, large balcony and a 30 ft deeded

boat slip. This exquisite condo is located in a premier

5 star oceanfront gated community with resort-like

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and has an assigned parking space! Call Aryl & Pati

Robison at 305.781.7506 with The Robison Group.

refer to page 39


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~ TAVERNIER $400,000

Business and residence combination for you here. Street to

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US 1 exposure. Great opportunity for starting business

owners to manage personal and business life. Remodel

this special property to create your own palace. Contact

Barbara Eads at 305.853.5982 with Barbara Eads Realty,

Inc. refer to page 19


Beautiful concrete three bedroom and 2 bath home.

Quartz countertops throughout and stainless steel

appliances. Spacious rooms with high ceilings. Room

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investment. Contact Susan Holler at 305.393.1695 with

LoKation Real Estate. refer to page 12

~ KEY LARGO $99,000

Great opportunity to purchase an affordable lot in Tavernier

for rogo points. This 3200 SF lot is partially cleared and

located on a nice, quiet street. The lot’s dimensions are

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