Pumpkin Key is the definitive crown jewel of the Florida Keys—a 26-acre private island that offers "domestic Caribbean" seclusion with the logistical DNA of a mainland estate. Strategically positioned within the ultra-secure waters of Card Sound Bay, the island provides total anonymity without isolation. With existing infrastructure capable of supporting a mega-yacht and a 12-home residential enclave, Pumpkin Key is a rare "plug-and-play" development opportunity or a singular family legacy compound. It remains one of the only private islands in the United States connected to mainland power and water while maintaining a 10-minute transit to a private international airstrip.
Property Details
The island is a fully functional estate with a master-planned utility backbone already in place.
Current Residences: Includes a three-bedroom primary residence, two caretaker cottages, and a dock master’s apartment and office.
Development Density: The island is platted for 12 large bayfront lots, each approximately 1.5 acres, allowing for a private club community or a sprawling multi-residence family compound.
Bespoke Infrastructure: The island’s center features tennis courts that serve as a reinforced helipad. A network of golf cart paths provides seamless access across the entire 26-acre interior.
Land & Waterfront
The shoreline of Pumpkin Key offers 360-degree views of the Florida Keys' famous turquoise waters and year-round sunset vistas.
The Marina: A private, state-of-the-art 20-slip marina specifically engineered to accommodate deep-draft vessels, including a mega-yacht.
The Reef: Located just three miles offshore from North America’s only living coral barrier reef, providing immediate access to world-class snorkeling, diving, and sport fishing.
Natural Beauty: The island is lush with mature tropical vegetation and features a sandy shoreline ideal for private beach lounging and direct water access.
Access & Utilities
Logistics are unrivaled in the private island market due to the dual-access system (Air/Sea) and mainland connections.
Air/Sea Transit: 10 minutes by helicopter to Miami or 10 minutes by boat to the dedicated mainland shore home and dockage at the Ocean Reef Club.
Mainland Utilities: Unlike traditional off-grid islands, Pumpkin Key receives water and electricity directly from the shore, ensuring residential-grade reliability and significantly lower operating costs.
Ocean Reef Amenities: Owners benefit from the adjacent Ocean Reef Club’s private airstrip, medical center, world-class spa, and championship golf courses.
Lifestyle & Value
Pumpkin Key is a Tier-1 trophy asset that bridges the gap between a remote island escape and a high-security Miami suburb. In a 2026 market that prizes secure, accessible, and utility-stable retreats, this island represents an apex acquisition. Whether utilized as a private residential club or a singular fortress of solitude, its unique connection to the Ocean Reef ecosystem ensures a lifestyle of uncompromising luxury and permanent capital appreciation.
