Getting away from it all... in my dreams (part 2)

My husband and I often talk about an eventual trip to Florida in the near future. One that would probably have to include a few days at this family tourism mecca, but one that would also include a few days in the Keys which we have both been very interested in visiting. However, following my 1/3 (kid friendly), 1/3 (city and things to do), 1/3 (total relaxation) rule explained in the previous post, I have found my getting away from it all, not-available-to-life-in-general location:

View at Pelican Inn. I could get used to this.

The Pelican Inn. Dog Island, Florida

The Pelican Inn is the only hotel on Dog Island, a tiny little  accessible-by-boat only island off the coast of North Florida. It truly is the Island that time forgot. And although for the most part that doesn't always sound like a good thing, sometimes,  when the little ones are getting too crazy, or you find yourself counting down the days to the weekend a little too often, time sometimes needs to stop.


Each of the 8 self contained units offers everything you would need to be comfortable. All units have a deck or balcony with gorgeous Gulf view and full kitchen. You do need to bring your own food and supplies though, because you won't find are stores, many cars, or restaurants, because food, drinking water, and garbage must be hauled on and off the island. Getting to Dog Island seems fairly decent from Carabelle, you can charter a boat (for those of us sans yacht) for about 60-70$ each way, and rates seem reasonable, starting out at $150/night (2 night minimum) but get less expensive if you stay longer than 2 nights. 


Pure relaxation.