Location: Private Homes, Old Town, Key West, Key West Area, Florida Keys, Florida, USA (Varela St Retreat is About 1 Mile from the Airport)
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-3)
Keywords: House
You will love staying in this great location where 90% of the residents are locals.
They each have an interesting Key West tale to tell and are a warm, friendly and diverse group. Here you will absorb the ambiance that made Key West what it is today. Varela St Retreat is located in the historic Old Town section away from the hustle and bustle of noisy Duval St.
It is only 1/2 mile to the closest beach and a 7 minute walk to Duval the main street. It is less than 1 block to the White Street art gallery district, the grocery, laundry, shops, restaurants, park and more.
Go ahead and kick your feet up and make yourself at home! You are about to enter Varela St Retreat. Here you will have your very own private full front porch to enjoy. It is a good place to eat, exchange local gossip or just plain curl up and read a good book.
The apartment features a luxurious oversized shower, full kitchen, internet, cable and more.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In U S Dollars)
Jun 01-Aug 31 .. $125/night (weeknight) .. $135/night (weekends)
Sep 01-Oct 31 .. $115/night (weeknight) .. $125/night (weekends)
Nov 01-Dec 20 .. $125/night (weeknight) .. $135/night (weekends)
Dec 21-Jan 04 .. $215/night (weeknight) .. $225/night (weekends)
Jan 05-Feb 07 .. $195/night (weeknight) .. $205/night (weekends)
Feb 08-Mar 31 .. $205/night (weeknight) .. $215/night (weekends)
Apr 01-May 31 .. $175/night (weeknight) .. $185/night (weekends)
Prices vary for holidays/festivals - sometimes 7 night minimum stay necessary
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- your very own full length front porch - Key West, Private Homes, Old Town, FL House with High Speed Internet close to Art Gallery District, Restaurants and Shops
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- fully furnished kitchen with stained glass window - Key West, Private Homes, Old Town, FL House with High Speed Internet close to Art Gallery District, Restaurants and Shops
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- living room with twin futon sleeper sofa - Key West, Private Homes, Old Town, FL House with High Speed Internet close to Art Gallery District, Restaurants and Shops
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- view from living room looking into the kitchen area
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- bedroom with queen bed
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- private bathroom attached to private bedroom
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- hang out on your own private full front porch
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- bathroom has a luzurious oversized shower
Traveler Reviews (28)
Very cute and very clean!!!
Guest: Fes Family
(Ocala, FL)
Date of Stay: 05/02/08
Review Submitted: 05/09/08
This cute house was perfect for me, my husband, and baby. The neighborhood was safe and the neighbors were friendly. We spent a lot of time in the house because we brought our 8 month old - it was very clean - and I'm very picky about cleanliness. The owner was nice to communicate with and got back with me on every question. We walked to the beach a couple of times and it wasn't too far. We usually drove to Duval St. and Mallory Square in the evenings . . . there is plenty of parking everywhere. If we hadn't had the baby we probably would have walked it though. Feel confident that you are getting what you pay for with this rental. We are already planning on coming back and will be staying at the Varela Street Retreat again!!! Tim, Julie, and Rylee
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Home Away From Home
Guest: Bronwen213
(Winter Park, FL)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11
Review Submitted: 09/21/11
I spent this past weekend at the Varela Retreat and had a wonderful time. I was reluctant, at first, to rent from someone who did not live near the property. Marilyn was fully available by phone and email with any questions or issues I had, and her cleaning lady lives locally and was a great liason. The property was clean and well-maintained, and in a great location to walk to all the attractions, restaurants, and shops. I would highly recommend this rental property.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Pleasant stay in a nice place
Guest: alice26
(Prague, czech rep)
Date of Stay: 12/30/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
We have spend realy nice time in the place. It is clean, well equiped, conveniently situated in a safe neibourhood. Everything within walking distance.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Everything We Expected and More
Guest: dsaslong
(Greenville, SC)
Date of Stay: 12/28/10
Review Submitted: 12/31/10
We truly enjoyed your place at Key West. It was everything we expected and more. Great location and plenty of room to put our bikes in the place. We did a lot of riding (bikes) and walking. We could have walked to everything. Bikes were nice to get all over and see the neighborhoods. We parked right in front and never used the car until we loaded it up to head back. We found good restaurants and saw many sights ... starting with the Conch Train Tour. Would stay at your place anytime we go to Key West. Thanks again Doug
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.
A find by Divine Intervention
Guest: Roses
(West Palm Beach, Florida)
Date of Stay: 06/30/10
Review Submitted: 08/31/10
I'm a Floridian and have been to the "Keys" countless times throughout the years. I have stayed on several of the "other" Keys, but never in Key West; until by some divine intervention I found the Varela Street Retreat. The cottage was the epitome of the Key West culture. Centrally located to all the fun, excitement and activities, yet in the quiet setting of a clean, well kept neighborhood. If you plan on visiting the "Keys", this is the only place to stay. I will never view the Keys the same after all these years!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Living with the locals and loving it!!
Guest: Azhar
(Syracuse,NY)
Date of Stay: 04/26/10
Review Submitted: 05/08/10
Our stay was the last week in April and Key West was a wonderful paradise! Marilyns place was perfect everything you would need for a comfortable stay. Within waliking distance of everything,and walk we did!! The sounds of Duval far enough away for a quiet stay. We stayed in the front apt.,. The front porch was the best!!. Morning coffee,talking to the locals,an evening beer,can trick you into to believing you actually live there!! ( AH,Maybe someday!!)Thanks to other visitors suggestions,we found many of the neighborhood gems more than helpful and easy to find. Must go to place for others who have never been to Key West would be The Green Parrot on Southard and Whitehead,oldest bar in KW,great live music and very friendly locals hangout we had a blast there. Check it out ,and you'll know what we mean. If you're from NY as we are,finding Labatts Blue is scarce,Dons on Truman has it!! Faustos grocery (White St) has everything you'll need if you choose to have a meal or two at home. I could go on and on. A Great,clean place to stay,at a reasonable price,what a find!! Kudos Marilyn,thanks for the experience. L&C.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Key West in the Spring
Guest: Luv2tvl
(Newport, NC)
Date of Stay: 04/15/10
Review Submitted: 04/29/10
What a great little place. About 1 mile from the heart of everything. VERY clean, perfect for a couple or really even a 3rd person. Had everything you would need while staying. I can't wait to go back again. Lovely home and Marilyn is great to chat with. Don't think twice. Best kept secret in Key West. Thank you for allowing us to stay.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
A much needed break
Guest: Navarre
(Vancouver, BC)
Date of Stay: 04/09/10
Review Submitted: 04/20/10
Coming off a busy few months at work and a busy start to my vacation I was in need of a laid back few days. Marilyn's Varela street retreat and Key West provided me with much needed down time. The Varela street retreat is clean, quiet, and central to both old and new town. I parked my car and rented a bike during the time I was there. Within 10 minutes I could be anywhere I wanted to be by bike whether it was Duval street, Mallory square, the Truman Annex or the beaches. I appreciated that after a long day on the water - being able to come back and grab a quiet late afternoon nap under the soft breeze of the ceiling fan (I don't sleep with AC on). It also cooled down very quickly when I did have the AC on. The house is well set up, nothing over the top but it had everything you would need for your stay. I was using the kitchen a lot and appreciated having a good selection of cooking utensils. The bathroom is a good size and there was lots of room to hang my things up. I also enjoyed sitting on the porch late at night and listening to the evening without being on Duval street. I enjoyed my time in Key West and plan to get back there when I can to explore things a bit more. If the Varela street retreat is available I plan to go back there again. Marilyn was very accomodating and I appreciated that a lot.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Quiet and Secluded
Guest: Paul and Sandy
(Kentucky)
Date of Stay: 05/17/09
Review Submitted: 12/19/09
The wife and I visited toward the end of May 2009 on a belated honeymoon. It was the first time in Key West for both of us and I feel we got very lucky with this find. It is a wonderful place and Marilyn was extremely nice to deal with. The back patio was nice and secluded. I would not call it a romantic getaway but it more than adequately served our purpose. You can easily walk most anywhere. We took our bikes and had no problem getting anywhere in Key West. This end of Varela St is nice and quiet and parking was no problem at all for the one time we had to drive the car. We kept our bikes on the back patio during the evenings and felt they were secure. We did find the guys at the bike shop on the end of Varela to be very friendly and helpful when needed. We will return to this house again. Thank you Marilyn
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Varela Street Retreat
Guest: Elaine and John
(Dallas, TX USA)
Date of Stay: 06/28/09
Review Submitted: 07/07/09
We booked this little bungalow for a June vacation to Key West. It completely exceeded our expectations. It is the perfect size for a couple, or a family with small children. It is thoughtfully appointed with everthing you need--from blankets to pots and pans--and absolutely spotless. We loved the location--we could walk to Duval Street and other points of interest. We ended up renting bikes from Island Bikes on Truman; they were cheaper and much easier to work with than the bike rental at the end of Varela Street. You really don't need a car to get around if you've got a bike! The Cuban sandwich place around the corner had great breakfasts and sandwiches, and Fausto's Grocery (same intersection) is a wonderful neighborhood gem. Marilyn was wonderful to work with--very communicative and helpful. The neighbors were friendly! We would go back to Varela Street tomorrow--if the boss would let us leave again!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway.
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