In January 2008 we stayed for two nights at the Drop Anchor while travelling thru the Keys.
The couple who own and run the place are really do an great job and fixing it up. Tasteful furniture, good matress, very clean beach area, clean pool. While we were there they were replacing the older air con units with newer ones.

The little kitchen is nice, we could make our own breakfast and lunch and sit looking at the water. It is very quiet, and a great escape for adults.

We found our room to be very clean, and all the appliance etc in good working order and clean.

We took a walk in the area, and compared to accomodation in the area this was very nice.

Stayed at the Drop Anchor for a last minute getaway...surprised it was so empty considering the time of year..but was glad they had a room for me! Was a little leary at first with the outside..but it is painted very cute and retro...stayed in a double oceanside room and it was very nice..very clean and decorated professionally...at first they showed me a single room in a trailer on the side and a darker single room next to it..and I almost left...but when they showed me the oceanside rooms I decided to give it a try...beautiful beach with lots of chairs, etc...
and the pool was nice also...my only complaint was my a/c was a little loud (window unit) but I didn't need it since they had a nice fan and the windows were open...

What a nice little hotel very clean and the property is well taken care of. We did have some ants in the kitchen but its fla and ants are everywhere, its very quite at night and the view of the water is great.
you can B.B.Q outside your door and there are great places to eat around the hotel.
If you never have been to the fla Keys its not a fancy place, we have a boat and it is a nice place to stay with it, the only thing its hard to get your boat out at low tide you have to be very careful or you will run a ground.

The price is way to high for the room in season but all the hotels are over priced in the winter in fla.

we would stay there again room 5 is the best if you ask us!!

We stayed at the Drop Anchor for one night on 12/15. We were attending a birthday party and the entire resort was booked for the event. Given that it was such a festive occasion and the entire resort was at our disposal, we had a wonderful time and absolutely loved the location and our room. From what I could tell, I think we had one of the best rooms (#7) and it was huge with a view of the ocean. Our unit also had a nice kitchen and large balcony. I would say this is the perfect option for a family reunion, laid-back wedding, or other group event. The amenities include hammocks, a pool, and seaside adirondack chairs for lounging. This is by no means a luxury or "new" property, but if you are looking for a "mid-Keys" laid back experience, I highly recommend the Drop Anchor resort. We would definitely stay again and request the same room.