YOUR HOSTS

We would love for you to come and experience our little piece of paradise in beautiful Islamorada. 

Our main home is just over two hours away in the city of Fort Lauderdale but our heart is definitely in the Florida Keys and we love to visit as often as possible!

Kristine (originally from Seattle) and Captain Gary (from old England) both moved to Florida 25 years ago.  We both worked in the cruise industry including an enjoyable time sailing on the "Love Boat" (he drove the ship while she entertained the young guests), we were lucky enough to travel the world and visit many far off ports and exotic destinations for a number of years.  We finally hung up our sea boots and "came to land" a few years ago and now run a busy marine / cruise ship related equipment rental business in the shipping hub of Port Everglades in South Florida.

We discovered our hidden gem "the Nest" while staying in one of the adjacent villas in 2018. We were lucky enough to meet Don the previous owner of The "Osprey Nest" who had taken incredible pride of ownership for the last 28 years. Now as proud new owners we hope to continue his good work and look forward to welcoming both past and new guests for many years to come.

We are boaters, pet lovers, paddle boarders, occasional skiers, divers and snorkelers. He likes to fish she not so much!

G&K