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Sweet Spot for Two…Everything You Need for an Enchanted Tropical Get-Away.

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Welcome to paradise!

Welcome to paradise! Full, bright kitchen. Serene and tropical. Newly tiled, freshly painted, under the shade of the avocado tree. Sun on the patio, avocados in the tree, dining on the deck. Who's ready for a dip? Peacefully tucked away in Old Town... ...and just a short walk to Duval Street.

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Last updated: 05/15/2013
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  • Minimum stay:5-7 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

Recently and immaculately renovated 350 square-foot cottage on a quiet street in Old Town. Live life in true Keys fashion. Close enough to walk to the merriment, far enough away to be tranquil. This cottage is five blocks from Duval Street and six blocks to the beach/tennis courts. Full kitchen, queen bed, 900 square foot deck with pool, outdoor dining table and umbrella, beautiful gardens, private off-street parking, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, cable TV, and Wi-Fi; linens and towels are provided.

Property Type

  • Cottage
  • 350 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

      • Vacation Rental

      Meals

          • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

          Suitability

          • Unsuitable For Elderly Or Infirm
          • Non Smoking Only
          • Minimum Age Limit For Renters
          • Pets Not Allowed
          • Wheelchair Inaccessible

          Bedrooms

          • 0 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2
          • Bedroom 1
          • 1 queen

          Bathrooms

          • 0.0 Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1
          • outdoor shower

          Entertainment

          • Satellite / Cable
          • Television

          Theme

          • Romantic
          • Away From It All

          Attractions

          • Synagogues
          • Nude Beach
          • Cinemas
          • Reefs
          • Live Theater
          • Festivals
          • Botanical Garden
          • Playground
          • Marina
          • Library
          • Churches
          • Restaurants
          • Museums

          Leisure Activities

          • Scenic Drives
          • Bird Watching
          • Beachcombing
          • Photography
          • Walking
          • Sight Seeing

          local services and businesses

          • Fitness Center
          • Laundromat
          • Groceries
          • Massage Therapist
          • ATM/Bank
          • Medical Services
          • Hospital

          Location Type

              • Downtown

              sports and adventure activities

              • Snorkeling
              • Deepsea Fishing
              • Jet Skiing
              • Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
              • Golf
              • Sailing
              • Wind-Surfing
              • Roller Blading
              • Tennis
              • Fishing

              Arrival Day

                  • Saturday

                  catering options

                      • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

                      Dining

                          • Dining Area

                          General

                          • Clothes Dryer
                          • Ceiling Fans
                          • Wireless Internet
                          • Internet
                          • Hair Dryer
                          • Parking
                          • Towels Provided
                          • Washing Machine
                          • Linens Provided
                          • Parking Off Street
                          • Air Conditioning

                          Kitchen

                          • Oven
                          • Coffee Maker
                          • Ice Maker
                          • Refrigerator
                          • Cooking Utensils
                          • Toaster
                          • Kitchen
                          • Microwave

                          Outside

                          • Wood Deck
                          • Small Cooler
                          • Deck Furniture
                          • Outdoor Grill
                          • Porch Furniture
                          • Outdoor Furniture
                          • Lawn / Garden
                          • Fully Fenced Property
                          • Beach Towels

                          Pool / Spa

                              • Private Pool
                               

                              Reviews

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                              • A Little Slice of Paradise

                                A Little Slice of Paradise

                                • Guest Paul P.
                                • Date of stay 02/11/13
                                • Review Submitted 02/22/13
                                What a quaint little hideaway! After battling Nor'easter Nemo up in Boston, this was the perfect getaway spot. The property is beautifully maintained, the cottage is clean, bright, comfortable, tastefully decorated, and adorned with quality appliances and fixtures. The pool is steps from your door and refreshing. The property is perfectly located close enough to the popular Duval Street yet far enough away from the hustle and bustle where you can completely relax. You are a short walk to the excellently eclectic Flaming Buoy Filet Co. and El Siboney Restaurants. Sushi lovers do not miss Ambrosia on Simonton Street (near Duval) and Thai Island on Palm Avenue. Oh, and it doesn't hurt that Kari is the perfect host! We will be back! Paul & Fran

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                              • Awesome Trip

                                Awesome Trip

                                • Guest James M.
                                • Date of stay 11/10/12
                                • Review Submitted 11/29/12
                                We had an absolutely awesome trip. The accomodations were wonderful. The place was clean and extremely comfortable. Kari was great and extremely helpful. We felt safe, sound and very welcome. The apt. was a 10 minute walk to everything...Duval, beaches, Hemingway house. The deck and pool are great additions to the studio apt. She provided a list of restuarants close by that were favorites of hers and "off the beaten" path which were great. We went parasailing in the morning and did a sunset sail using Sebago tours and it was terrific and affordable. I will definitely look Kari up to do another trip which I hope will be in 2013. I miss the Keys and Kari's place already, this was truly a place I want to return to and a trip to remember. Thanks Kari...wishing you a very Happly Holiday from PA!

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                              • Wonderful hideaway

                                Wonderful hideaway

                                • Guest Danielle L.
                                • Date of stay 02/12/12
                                • Review Submitted 10/23/12
                                We stayed for jut a few days in February. It was lovely, close to all old town has in store. Updated everything. great outdoor space. Lovely hostess. We plan to come back fir a week as soon as we can.

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                              • Quiet simplicity, Elegant gem

                                Quiet simplicity, Elegant gem

                                • Guest Meredith E.
                                • Date of stay 09/15/12
                                • Review Submitted 10/22/12
                                Whenever I long for the perfect place to leave behind the stress of modern day life, a spot to relax and still have access to charming cafes, plays, quiet walks through quaint streets and high adventure on the sea, I come back here again and again. Tucked away in old town Key West, this cottage offers the best of authentic Key West living. With an up-to-date spotless kitchen and huge beautiful bathroom, there is ample room for two people. I love the table on the deck where I can write or read, and the adjacent dip pool for cooling off, especially at night while gazing at the stars. One can walk or bike to nearly everything including my favorite restuarant, "Salute," at Higgs Beach, the main drag Duval Street and Historic Harbor for art gallaries, bars and restuarants. I love the Schooner Wharf Bar, Hogs Breath Saloon, the Red Barn Theater, and the performances and artist booths on Mallory Square during the nightly Sunset Celebrations...For special excursions I recommend scuba trips, kayaking in the mangrove back country, or taking the Freedom Ferry or sea plane to Fort Jefferson and the Dry Tortugas National Park, and for the best beach in town, Fort Zachary Taylor State Park. If you are not a walker or biker, there is a space for parking in front of the cottage. I strongly recommend purchasing a local artist-made item for a momento of your stay. Owner Kari, makes my stay the best.. She continues to improve, update, prune, plant, grow, build and welcome her guests with enthusiasm and grace....I have traveled in the Keys for more than 20 years and would always choose this place first as it represents the true spirit of the Key West community.

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                              • Relaxation and quiet

                                Relaxation and quiet

                                • Guest Wendy R.
                                • Date of stay 09/21/12
                                • Review Submitted 10/14/12
                                The space was exactly as advertised. The cottage in the back of the property was like an oasis. It was quiet and a perfect place to relax. The deck is quite large and you could get the sun all afternoon for lounging on very comfortable chairs. The pool looks small on the photos but is actually very spacious. The outside table was a perfect place to have coffee or eat a dinner in. The cottage felt much larger than 300 square feet. There was everything in the cottage that we needed to either cook a meal " at home" or just hang out by the pool. Kari lives in the front of the property and was extremely respectful of our privacy. We had rented a car and drove from Miami and we did use it most of the time. There was off street parking. Kari was very helpful with suggestions and a lot of fun. It was a perfect vacation and we hope to go back soon.

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                              • Great place. Nice details, very comfortable

                                Great place. Nice details, very comfortable

                                • Guest Anonymous
                                • Date of stay 01/12/12
                                • Review Submitted 08/23/12
                                We stayed there in January, and could not find another place to stay, and were going to need to stay 2 miles outside of Old Town. Instead, we were so glad to find this place. The place was immaculate, very nicely detailed - with a travertine bathroom and granite countertop kitchen. It was very spacious for my husband and me. We rode our bikes all over town, ate each type of food fare, and stopped at a few bars along the way. Kari, who owns the place, was so sweet and easy to work with. We now keep in touch with her and are glad to have had the opportunity to stay at her beautiful cottage.

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                              Rental basis: Per property
                              Rental rates quoted in: $
                              Dates Nightly Wknd Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event
                              Winter
                              Apr 1 - Apr 19, 2013
                              5 night min stay
                              $185 $185
                              $1200
                              Spring
                              Apr 20 - Jul 5, 2013
                              5 night min stay
                              $175 $175
                              $1100
                              Summer Special
                              Jul 6 - Oct 18, 2013
                              5 night min stay
                              $155 $155
                              $950
                              Fall
                              Oct 26 - Dec 20, 2013
                              5 night min stay
                              $165 $165
                              $1025
                              Winter Holiday
                              Dec 21 - Jan 4, 2014
                              7 night min stay

                              $1500
                              High Season
                              Jan 5 - Feb 28, 2014
                              5 night min stay
                              $190 $190
                              $1300

                              Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency ($) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.


                              Additional information about rental rates:

                              A 40% deposit is required to make a reservation. The balance is due 2 weeks prior to arrival. Deposit is refundable, less $25 cancellation fee, until 30 days prior to check-in. Personal checks are accepted. I now have a PayPal account, so that you can use a credit card to secure your stay. Just log on to PayPal and send the reservation deposit to my email address.

                              Fees and Taxes:

                              • Tax Rate 12.5%
                              • Cleaning $100

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                              Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.

                               

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                              Last updated: 05/15/2013
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                              Owner info

                              Year Purchased: 1988

                              About the owner: My husband and I bought this circa 1919 property to set down roots and raise our family. The front house on the property was a single- story 600 square foot mess with a tropically overgrown backyard; what is presently the cottage was originally a separate grandfather's abode.

                              Why the Owner Chose Other Key West Properties:
                              As soon as we macheted our way around the property, we were able to see a gem through the detritus and decay: a large property for Old Town (55'x100'), with lovely high walls for privacy, plenty of space for grass and gardens, a fresh-water well, and two large bunnies living an indoor/outdoor lifestyle. But really, we bought it for the Cuban food around the corner.

                              The Unique Benefits at this Cottage:
                              The location of this property is perfect for us. We wanted an in-town lifestyle, but did not want to be so far downtown as to be impacted by the decibel level of Duval Street. From here it is a quick walk to downtown fun or to the beach; the best of both worlds and tropical gardens, too..

                               

                              Photos

                              • Welcome to paradise!

                                Welcome to paradise!

                              • Serene and tropical.

                                Serene and tropical.

                              • Newly tiled, freshly painted, under the shade of the avocado tree.

                                Newly tiled, freshly painted, under the shade of the avocado tree.

                              • Sun on the patio, avocados in the tree, dining on the deck.

                                Sun on the patio, avocados in the tree, dining on the deck.

                              • Peacefully tucked away in Old Town...

                                Peacefully tucked away in Old Town...

                              • Full, bright kitchen.

                                Full, bright kitchen.

                              • Who's ready for a dip?

                                Who's ready for a dip?

                              • ...and just a short walk to Duval Street.

                                ...and just a short walk to Duval Street.

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                              0 Bedroom / 0 Bathroom
                              Sleeps 2


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