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Key Colony Beach is located in the Heart of the Florida Keys at mile marker 53.5 on US Highway 1 which is known locally as the Overseas Highway. Driving south from Miami on US 1, the Keys begin about mile marker 106 in Key Largo and extend to mile marker 0 in Key West. The city, called the "Gem of the Florida Keys," is a on an island just south of the Overseas Highway connected via a causeway with a very small bridge.
There are just over 800 residents of Key Colony Beach, but
the population peaks to about 4,000 in mid-winter. The city was founded in the
early fifties by developer Phil Sadowski and was incorporated in September 1957.
The city is situated on 286 acres and contains approximately 1,400 units of
housing. Many property owners make their homes available to visitors for rent
on a monthly or weekly basis. Our upscale quiet tropical island atmosphere draws
people from all over the world.
Cabana Club and Cabana Breezes were two of the first few structures built in Key Colony Beach by Mr. Phil Sadowski. They are both still operating as envisioned back in the late 50's, a swim club and a restaurant. Cabana Club has been owned an operated by the Tracy family since 1979. As times have changed so has the club, making subtle changes year after year all while keeping the same welcome, family atmosphere.
Cabana Breezes
started out life in the 50's as the "The Colony House". It has been
"The Shamrock" and often used to host celebraties and VIP's to be
entertained by then owner, Guy Lombardo. It has had several other names in it's
long rich history but it has always maintained itself as a popular dining experience
with all the locals and visitors. In
2002 the Tracy family purchased the neighboring "Tavern by the Sea"
and following extensive renovations opened the Cabana
Breezes to the public. Their outstanding level of personal attention
to detail has carried over into this newest venture. It has already achieved
a reputation as one of the best restaurants in the Marathon / Key Colony Beach
area.
Wherever you are right now, chances are the weather is better here in the Florida Keys. Thats true even on a summer day. The hottest its ever been in Key West is 97º F (36º C), and that was way back in 1880. At the peak of summer, the average high is 89º F (32º C). We dont have any super-highways or urban sprawl to radiate the suns heat. Not only that, but our islands are surrounded by cooling ocean waters.
Wise Floridians from the mainland flock to the Keys on steamy weekends because the air is usually a few degrees cooler here. The water temperature might be in the mid-80s (30º C) but the sea is nevertheless refreshing for swimming, snorkeling or diving. In the winter, cold fronts can bring frost to mainland Florida, but you can be sure there will be no frost here. The all-time record low for Key West is 41º F (5º C) set in 1981. Divers or snorkelers usually get by with a shortie wet suit.
During these winter months, it almost never rains. By late May, however, the season's first thundershowers start popping up. Rarely do they stick around long enough to spoil an entire day. You might be wondering about the Atlantic hurricane season, which can affect the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States as well as the Caribbean and the Bahamas. The official hurricane season begins June 1st and ends on November 30. Traditionally, the highest potential for storms is between Aug. 15 and Oct. 15. However, the daily weather during this period tends to be some of the most beautiful of the year.
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Average Water Temps for the Keys
| Jan | Feb | March | April | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| º F | 69 | 70 | 75 | 79 | 83 | 86 | 87 | 87 | 86 | 82 | 76 | 72 |
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Website Main Entrance - Cabana Resort Home Page - Cabana Breezes Home - Cabana Club Home - Suites Home - Club Information for area rentals - Breezes Main Page - Breezes Dining - Breezes Tiki Bar - Breezes Liquor Store - Breezes Suites Main Page - Suites Policies - Suites Rates - Suites Specials - Suite 1 - Sunny Daze - Suite 2 - Hibiscus Hideaway - Suite 3 - Hibiscus Hide-a-way - Suite 4 - Gecko Grotto - Suite 5 - Royal Palm - Maps Links and Locations - Cabana Club Main - Cabana Club Membership Definition - Cabana Club Rules - Cabana Club Pool - Cabana Club Beach - Cabana Club Lounge - Cabana Club Game Room - Cabana Club Snack Bar - Member's Rentals - Vacationers Information
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