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Deer Run on the Atlantic
Eco Initiatives
Deer Run on the Atlantic is green lodging in the authentic sense. Perhaps places consider themselves “green” but the main component… food… is almost always the “elephant in the room.” We are a 100% plant based, vegan establishment. This extends far beyond our food, but yes it does include our food.
We are platinum rated as a Green Property by TripAdvisor, and are rated by the State of Florida Green Lodging Program as a 4-palm property. The only 4 Palm rated Resort in all the Florida Keys one of 6 in the state!
We source as much organic as possible (including organic sheets and towels), have comforters in the rooms stuffed with RePET fill, have water saver toilets, showers and faucets, heavily xeriscaped the property, compost, recycle, support fair trade including our coffee, chocolate, cocoa and vanilla (those industries are known for their human exploitation/slave labor practices), source vintage items and Made in the USA items, have LED lighting and solar lighting throughout the inn and grounds, use EnergyStar high efficiency appliances in front & back of the house, launder with Free & Clear detergent, buy in bulk, do not use travel-size toiletries, and so much more.
What Our Guests Say
Real stories from those who’ve experienced the peace, beauty, and care of Deer Run.
5/5
This place is super cool. My wife and i stayed here several years ago. I forgot to write a review. Owners were so nice. Food was good. Location is perfect. Close enough to key west for "big city" stuff. But far enough to enjoy a very florida keys experience. Key deer are the cutest. The young make a quiet meh noise. Biting nats will get ya in the morning and evening but thats island life! Quiet road to run and bike on. Water is undisturbed for snorkeling. Ospreys land on the trees on the property. Only a 10-15 minute drive to another island with a really nice beach. Big pine key has 3 pickleball courts as well, if you like to play. You should definitely rent a room here!
The Cause
5/5
We loved this place. So quiet and relaxing! Only four rooms, no kids allowed. You can see many deers.
Olga L Ibagón
4.7
Out of 5
4.7/5
- 55 Ratings
- 158 Ratings
- 2.7K Likes
5/5
A very peaceful and beautiful experience on the beach. The owners love this property and they love to share the experience.
Efrain curet, jr.
5/5
It's pure heaven. We could sit there all day,never move and be happy. We walked the beach and cleaned up any plastics that had washed in. We had a deserted road to powerwalk and found plenty of food locally. The owners are the nicest people you'll ever meet that care so much about the planet, the wildlife and all the people that they meet. So special.
J W
5/5
Excellent and quiet place for relax, renew and refresh yourself!
James Brook