Bay Harbor Lodge in Key Largo, Florida Keys

Bay Harbor Lodge & Coconut Bay Resort offers 23 cottages, efficiencies, and rooms spread across 2.5 acres of manicured gardens. Each unit includes a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a tea/coffee maker. Room types range from small queen rooms to waterfront cottages with full kitchens and sitting areas.

The property is filled with orchids, bird of paradise, hibiscus, bougainvillea, and other tropical plants, along with fruit-bearing trees like mango, papaya, and key lime. A world-class gardener named Ettienne maintains the lush foliage, which guests often explore between seating areas and the dock. Multiple tiki huts and lounge chairs line the private beach and bayfront, offering shaded spots for relaxation.

Guests can use kayaks, paddleboards, and pedal boats free of charge, with fishing allowed directly off the dock. The temperature-controlled heated pool is open year-round, and board games are available from the office. Snorkel masks and life vests for all sizes are also provided for exploring the bay.

Each morning, Peg serves freshly baked scones from her on-site food truck, with more than 25 flavors rotating daily, including guava, key lime, chocolate crunch, and apricot almond. Coffee, iced coffee (with coffee ice cubes), tea, and hot chocolate are included with the scones. Gluten-free scones are available upon request, and guests often sit near the bayfront to enjoy their breakfast.

Bay Harbor Lodge sits directly on Florida Bay in Key Largo, offering views of the water and spectacular sunsets every evening. The resort is rated the Number One Specialty Lodging in Key Largo on TripAdvisor. On-site owners Peg and Jonathan provide concierge service, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities, and the property includes accessible rooms and parking.

Location: Directly on Florida Bay with sunset views

Rooms: 23 cottages, efficiencies, and rooms on 2.5 acres

Dining: Peg's homemade scones (25+ flavors) served daily

Activities: Free kayaks, paddleboards, pedal boats, heated pool

Service: On-site owners offering concierge and daily housekeeping

Rating: #1 Specialty Lodging on TripAdvisor