TAVERNIER
Old World charm
On the northern end of
Plantation Key, immediately south of Key Largo, sits the quaint little town of Tavernier.
Blending "Old World" charm with Keys casualness and serenity, Tavernier is a
favored destination.
Rich in beauty and history, the area is admired by
boaters, anglers and water sport enthusiasts of a like. Its easy access to both the
Atlantic Ocean and the Florida Bay allow for a myriad of activities: diving, snorkeling,
fishing, swimming, water skiing, parasailing, windsurfing, kayaking, bird watching,
eco-touring and much more.
It is said that the town got its name from
thirsty sailors docked at Plantation Key to load their ships with fruit from the pineapple
plantations. Tavernier boasted the only taverns in the area… you get the idea.
There is also a deserted Tavernier Key, located a short distance from the town itself that
was used by wreckers in the 1700’s as a base for salvaging booty left on the reefs
by ships that had sunk or run aground.
One of the Keys’ oldest
settlements, Tavernier was originally a farming community; it later became the first stop
of Flagler’s Railroad. The town’s "historic" district showcases a
restored turn-of-the-century home, church and postal office, as well as hurricane houses.
Several other Tavernier homes remain that can be dated back to 1800s homesteads.
For free information on Tavernier properties and the current real estate
market conditions please call (305)852-0400 or Email. I am always available to
help.
More Tavernier information
Tavernier geographic &
demographic information
History of Tavernier |
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