Location: Private Homes, Old Town, Key West, Key West Area, Florida Keys, Florida, USA (Old Town Walking Distance) View Map
Accommodations: Single Family Home, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.25 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
In the heart of the Old Town Historic district of Bahama Village Key West, where life in the old days was very different than it is now, is my Conch home which has not really changed much except on the inside. It is private, fully furnished, very clean, comfortable and a well stocked home perfect for a very wonderful Key West experience.
I have restored the house to keep it's history, so it has remained a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a 6 foot claw foot bathtub, pedestal sink, outside private shower, high cathedral ceilings, original hardwood floors, 5 foot sash windows, all Dade County pine, outside back deck for dining, front porch, washer and dryer and central air conditioning and heat.
One bedroom has a queen bed, the other a double bed and the couch in the living room is a queen futon. There is a view of the lighthouse from the kitchen and the backyard is tropical and shaded for a long nap on the chaise or hammock. Parking in front of my home is private and can fit 1 car and 1 moped. You will be so close to all the action, you do not need a car at all. Walking or biking is the way to see Key West like the locals do. Bicycle rentals are down the street. If you would like to use my bikes, there are 2 bikes to use in the yard( you will feel like a local)and a lock is in the basket to use. The key is by the front door.
I am looking for the longer term rentals since I do not want a lot of traffic through the house. I would like to retire there some day, so this is not just a business for me, it is my home. It is about 121 years old too, so she likes good company. We think she was once inhabited by a mermaid that a drunken sailor brought home one night long ago. She still remains in the house to look over her and protect her.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central Air and Heat
- Washer: Separate Laundry Room with storage.
- Dryer: Dryer is energy efficient like European models. Takes a long time to dry, but there is a clothes line if you prefer to hang them between our trees in the backyard.
- Linens Provided: Down pillows, 100 % cotton comforters and sheets. All towels.
- Off Street Parking: Parking is private in front of the house for 1 car and mopeds. You really don't need a car. The way to get around Key West is by bicycle or walking. Or rent an electric car or golf cart for something different and fun.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed: The living room couch/futon opens very easily to a queen bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Right down the street in walking distance is a video store for many choices.Their are many videos in the house for your viewing pleasure.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: There are many CD's for your music listening. The stereo also has a plug in for your MP3 or Ipod. Just bring your unit and plug to listen to your own music.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Kitchen features a gas stove, great for hurricane parties.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: There are 3 kinds of coffee pots to use. A regular drip, a French press and a Cuban espresso pot. There is also a coffee grinder for whole beans. Can you tell I like coffee?
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Weber Grill with cover on back deck for easy grilling.
- Deck/Patio: This space is where you should hang out and share meals under the big Spanish Lime tree with friends.The backyard is very private, tropical and quiet being so close to Duval Street. Relax in the double hammock with a good book or take an afternoon nap.
- Balcony: Front porch with 2 chairs and table to sit and watch the world go by while you smoke. Ash tray provided. No smoking in the house, please.
- Lanai: A patio set with 4 chairs and umbrella are provided for outdoor dining.
- View/Location
- Monument View: From the backyard deck and kitchen window you can see the famous Key West Lighthouse which is across the street from the Hemingway House on Whitehead Street. This landmark is in walking distance, 2 blocks away.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet: Bring your own laptop.
- Other Amenities
- New central air conditioning or heat,original hardwood floors, all Dade county pine, 6 feet claw foot cast iron bathtub, outside private hot water shower,private fenced in yard, Hunter ceiling fans in every room( energy efficient), on highest ground, hurricane shutters on every window, gas stove, deep water well and fully furnished. There is the original red hand pump mounted on the back deck for the well which actually works great.This provides the house with water for emergencys or whenever the power goes out.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: I don't rent to adults under the age of 25.
- Smoking Not Allowed: There are 2 chairs and table provided on the front porch just for this.Ash tray included.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Shuffleboard
- Other Activities
- In the heart of Old Town and close walking distance to the Hemingway House Museum, the Historic Lighthouse Museum , the Southern Most Point, Mel Fischer's Museum, Audubon House, Bahama Village and famous Duval Street with shops and restaurants all in walking distance.Try a night at the Green Parrot Bar with great live music for free or spend an evening eating at Margeritaville singing along with Jimmy Buffet.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer Jun 01-September 30 .. $ 3,000 month or $1,000 per week
Winter October 01-June 01.. $2,000 p/week or $6,000-month
I am currently offering a 10% discount for 2009 off my listed rates.
My rates also INCLUDE ALL THE TAXES of %11.50.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
The Mermaids House - Old Town, Historic Bahama Conch House
Year Purchased: 1975
The Unique Benefits at this Single Family Home
It is a wonderful location in Old Town, walking distance to all major attractions.One half block from Duval Street yet very private and quiet.
Owner's Map of Private Homes, Old Town
Hello,
I am the one on the left of my famous Key West singer friend. Her name is Camille Russo and she sings Jazz at Virgilios on Duval Street.We come together at 'The Mermaids House' when I am in town.
Property Photos
- The Mermaids House, Historic Bahama Conch Home in Old Town - Key West Single Family Home Rental
- Front door view with original hurricane bahama shutters. - Key West Single Family Home Rental
- Front porch entryway with chairs to watch the world go by. - Key West Single Family Home Rental
- Nice corner in living room for reading and relaxing.
- Famous Audubon Print of the Rosetta Spoonbill Bird in Key West, Florida
- View from the front door entry looking towards the back door.
- Looking towards front door in living room.
- Main bedroom with Queen bed.
- Second bedroom with Full Bed.
- Great bathroom with original sink and claw foot bathtub.
- View looking onto outside shower through french doors in bathroom.
- Private Outside Shower.
- Kitchen over looking backyard
- Backyard deck for dining or sunbathing with weber gas grill.
- Back door to deck from kitchen with the red well hand pump and basin.
- Tropical Yard with Hammock for relaxing under the 100 Year Old Trees.
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