Luxury beach camping near Homestead

Set sail for Biscayne National Park from this southern city.

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Homestead

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Key Largo Cottages

Established in 1999, Paul chose this property because the water is warm and clear, and he thought he was about to retire. He initially purchased a bayside house with 2 extra cottages and 2 sailboats. But as his rental business grew, Paul purchased the surrounding properties as well. Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages is now known to many sailors and non sailors alike to provide an all inclusive Florida Keys vacation by giving them cottages plus access to sailboats, kayaks, paddle boards, snorkel gear, fishing gear, and bicycles. Bareboat charters, sunset cruises and sailing lessons are also offered.Learn more about this land:The Sailfish is a unit at Key Largo Cottages. We are located on the bay side of Key Largo near some of the best dive/snorkel sites, island excursions, bars, restaurants, and the Everglades. Experience water fun! A stay in one of our cottages comes with unlimited use of our kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, snorkel gear, fishing equipment, and, of course, the use of one of our 22' sailboats, if you have recent sailing experience on keel boats! You won't find a better deal in the Keys! This beautiful, free-standing, "Honeymoon Suite" is the Sailfish, which is right in front of the bay with it's own attached tiki hut that looks over the water. The Sailfish has a 1/4 bath and features a large, completely private outside tiki shower. It has a queen size bay view bed, compact refrigerator, 2-burner stove, cooking and dining utensils, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker with filters. Please note: We don’t provide toiletries; however, we do provide beach towels, bath towels, and linens. This is NOT a dog-friendly cottage. The Sailfish accommodates just 2 adults.

Luxury beach camping near Homestead guide

Overview

A 45-minute drive south of Miami, Homestead makes a great base for exploring the southernmost parts of Florida. Its Coral Castle, a century-old castle complex carved of coral stone, has become one of the most popular roadside attractions in the region, in addition to Homestead Bayfront Park, home to a beach, a shallow, kid-friendly swimming area, and a marina. Homestead is also the site of the Dante Fascell Visitor Center of Biscayne National Park, and many park tours depart from its shores.

Where to go

Biscayne National Park

In the waters east of Homestead, Biscayne National Park attracts visitors with its boating and diving opportunities. Most visitors come here by boat, but if you don't have your own seafaring vessel, fear not: around half a dozen operators offer boating and snorkeling trips in the park. You can also camp at the most-visited island in the park, Boca Chita.

Everglades National Park

Spread out over 1.5 million acres, this UNESCO International Biosphere Reserve protects the marshes and mangroves of south Florida and the creatures who call them home. Camping options here include RV and tent camping at developed campgrounds as well as more remote sites that you can only get to by boat.

Dry Tortugas National Park

Encompassing a chain of islands around 70 miles off the coast of Key West, Dry Tortugas National Park draws in visitors who want to check in the massive, 19th-century Fort Jefferson and campers who don't mind roughing it in exchange for easy access to swimming, snorkeling, and sand. Camping is available on Garden Key on a first-come, first-served basis, but nobody will be turned away.

When to go

The best time to visit Homestead is between December and May, when the weather is pleasant but not too hot and the chances of hurricanes are at their lowest. Winter can get crowded, however, particularly around the holidays, so if you want to beat the crowds while taking advantage of great weather, opt for a spring visit. Summer and early fall are less than ideal, when temperatures and humidity soar.