We were celebrating our 35th Anniversary and were doing a 7 day driving trip from Miami to Key West and wanted a resort about halfway. I read all the recent reviews and chose the Lime Tree Bay Resort. And what a great choice it was. We wanted a room on the gulf and reserved the Premium Waterfront. Awesome room with all updated amenities and great beds. We started every day with coffee on our private deck and ended the day with adult beverages watching the sunset. The property has free use of kayaks, paddle boards and bikes. We kayaked and thoroughly enjoyed it in the gulf in front of the resort. We also wanted a property with a nice pool near the ocean and this definitely checked the box. If you are looking for great sandy beaches, you shouldn’t be in the Keys, however this property has a nice sandy area on the water with hammocks, lounge chairs and chairs for sunbathing and for great sunset viewing. If you are looking for daily entertainment, this property is located in Layton, about 20-30 min from fun in Islamorada or Marathon. Layton only has a boat rental company next door and a convenience store across the street, otherwise the resort is the only thing in the town (for tourists). Next door, but part of the resort is Florida Boy, a decent restaurant/bar with solid food and plenty of the locals to point you in the right direction of things to do. You get a free continental breakfast everyday at this restaurant. It is a few pastries, bagels, yogurt, fruit and coffee, but it does the trick if you aren’t looking for the 3 egg omelet, which you can get there for normal prices. All staff were great and they keep this place looking great, because, as most places in the Keys, it could show its age, but this place has been well cared for. All said and done, I researched so many resorts and for the competitive price, location (middle of Keys), quality and laid back vibe, this is a home run. I will definitely stay here again.