The article noted that this was a "city on stilts" recognizing the other twelve houses in "the flats." Stories and photographs of parties with celebrities and sporting events began to appear frequently in the local papers. It was regarded as a key tourist attraction for Miami Beach.

After World War II, the Quarterdeck Club reportedly became a popular gambling spot. It was raided in 1949 but no evidence of gambling was found. A hurricane in 1950 caused damage to the building. The club never regained its popularity as in its heydays, though it continue operating as a club until it was destroyed by fire in 1961. All that was left was the blacken pilings. Rumor has it that the owner's wife set fire to the club after a jealous fit.

Attempts were made to rebuild the club in the late '60s, but by then the campsite leases with the State of Florida prohibited commercial use. Eventually the club owner sold his lease in 1970.