Background of Key MarcoRich history from the Calusa Indian civilization with the 15 shell mounds that remain on the Island to the pirates and entrepreneurs who settled the area. The island was originally named after Captain John F. Horr who used the area as his vacation home and pineapple plantation in the late 1800's. The island has 546 acres with 134 home sites and 375 acres set aside as preserve. Just minutes from all the amenities of the city of Marco Island.Community Fetures:Attended gatehouse Outdoor veranda with grill and kitchen Tennis courts 3.5 miles of biking, hiking, jogging, and strolling paths Old Florida Dockmaster's ClubhouseKey Marco's location for fishing, sailing in the Gulf of Mexico, and backwater exploration of Ten Thousand Islands is amazing. The Dockmaster facili... 11/18/2007

Background Rich history from the Calusa Indian civilization with the 15 shell mounds that remain on the Island to the pirates and entrepreneurs who settled the area.  The island was originally named after Captain John F. Horr who used the area as his vacation home and pineapple plantation in the late 1800's.  The island has 546 acres with 134 home sites and 375 acres set aside as preserve.  Just minutes from all the amenities of the city of Marco Island.   For more information, please visit:  http://marcoislandhomes.blogspot.com/2006/11/background-rich-history-from-calusa.html   All statistical information is gathered from the Marco Island Area Association of Realtors.  This information is deemed accurate, but not warranted.   This information is provided by Colleen Kulikowski, Realtor ... 11/13/2006