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SPEC 3-23 to 26 & 4-15 to 4-17 @197 + & 3-30 to 4-2 & 4-27 to 5-1 @ 215+extr

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Varela St. downstairs front porch
your very own full length front porch
fully furnished kitchen with stained glass window
view from living room looking into the kitchen area
bedroom with queen bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Key West, FL
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Southernmost Point
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

SPEC 3-23 to 26 & 4-15 to 4-17 @197 + & 3-30 to 4-2 & 4-27 to 5-1 @ 215+extr

Close to beach, Full Kitchen and front porch. Very Reasonably Priced

with 12% OFF Lodging + extras.WKLY stays


Come enjoy the Sun, Surf and Sand of the Tropical island paradise of Historic, fun filled Key West.
You will love staying in this great location where 90% of the people 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 buste of noisy Duval St.
There is free parking on the sides of the street in designated areas.
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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strongly suggest purchasing hurricane insurance, as owner is not liable if reservation cannot be completed due to hurricane.
The following are forbidden inside: smoking, pets and parties.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Key West

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Old Town Key West, a neighborhood in Key West. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Southernmost Point are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park and Florida Keys Beaches. The Kite House and Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Key West, FL

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Southernmost Point - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dions Truman & White - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sandy's Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Siboney Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Moose Lodge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mangia Mangia - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is SPEC 3-23 to 26 & 4-15 to 4-17 @197 + & 3-30 to 4-2 & 4-27 to 5-1 @ 215+extr pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at SPEC 3-23 to 26 & 4-15 to 4-17 @197 + & 3-30 to 4-2 & 4-27 to 5-1 @ 215+extr ?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SPEC 3-23 to 26 & 4-15 to 4-17 @197 + & 3-30 to 4-2 & 4-27 to 5-1 @ 215+extr on May 30, 2026 start from $196, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SPEC 3-23 to 26 & 4-15 to 4-17 @197 + & 3-30 to 4-2 & 4-27 to 5-1 @ 215+extr ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPEC 3-23 to 26 & 4-15 to 4-17 @197 + & 3-30 to 4-2 & 4-27 to 5-1 @ 215+extr ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SPEC 3-23 to 26 & 4-15 to 4-17 @197 + & 3-30 to 4-2 & 4-27 to 5-1 @ 215+extr located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Key West Firehouse Museum, Duval Street, and Florida Keys Beaches. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and South Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 243 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo/room was very clean and put together, the location is a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was small and adequate for the two of us. I thought the bed mattress was too soft and could be replaced. I could have used a dish pan. Water was hot and lights really good in bathroom. Pillows were too hard for me, would have liked option for soft pillow. The place was quite clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice little house as advertised. Quiet neighborhood and easy accessibility to the downtown area. Nice comfortable bed. Thanks Marilyn for hosting us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Functional. Walking distance to Old Town.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

derek a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great locationPlace looked like picsGreat host
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome stay! The home has such charm and character; loved sitting on the front porch, people watching. We found on street parking close by and didn’t move car for our 3 days stay because we walked or biked everywhere. It is a quick mile walk to Duval street and enjoyed taking different routes to see the sights. It was easy to communicate with host, received all info timely, would stay again next time in Key West!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect. It was very clean and comfortable. The location was was close to everything. The host was good at communicating with u.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
all good - great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just fine. Marilyn was responsive, the place was clean and we were able to find parking fairly close to the property. We are looking forward to possibly staying again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jo-Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very nice. Loved the big walk-in shower and front porch. A great place to get away from the hustle. In the neighborhood. The planes coming from above were loud, but didn’t bother our sleep with window A/C. Old and dated, but clean. We had to walk a while and are older so we stopped along the way.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a little lovely time here. The space worked great for visiting Duval St and the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was perfect for chillin out after crazy day at boat races. 10 uber to Mallory Sq. Tvs have been updated since pics were taken. Host was very responsive. Thanks JP
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this sweet cozy homebase for our 10 day stay in Key West. The laundry is just around the corner, and a grocery store the next corner. We loved the feel of staying in Old Town. The house is clean and tidy, and was well supplied. The hostess is attentive and communicative. Great experience!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time, staying in this little house. Nice neighborhood, within a mile walk to our snorkeling excursions and Duval street for dinner. Owners are quick to respond to our questions. Easy check in and check out processes. Will stay here again the next time we are in key west.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dead R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Simple check in, clean, quiet, and cozy. Comfy beds and fluffy towels. Within walking or biking distance of just about everything. Loved having my morning coffee on the front porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Isabel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

My husband and I had a great time staying. Lots of things to do in walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place!

Se enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host was very friendly and easy to communicate with. Excellent property in a great neighborhood! Will definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Such a great location. Cozy charming place to stay! Centrally located. I would strongly suggest renting bikes to get around with ease. I will stay here again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonita S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was in perfect walking distance to get to downtown Key West. The accommodations were comfortable and clean. And the host was so welcoming and approachable about anything we needed. Thanks for a lovely Key West adventure!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay once again. We’ve started here many times and there’s far too many positives to list here. A few highlights at the great property owner, the location, easy to get to and from, comfortable bed, large shower area, and amenities anyone needs for a stay. The neighborhood is quiet and many options nearby like laundry needs and a great cup of Cuban coffee and sandwich while you wait. This place has all you need with a full kitchen, futon couch if needed, and starter supplies for the kitchen or bath and all this without the ridiculous pricing some owners charge for less of a place. Everything you want to do in Key West is outdoors so all you need is comfortable and usable space to stay and refresh.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wallace L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
The location is very convenient and parking was easy, which made getting around simple. The house is basic, with older furniture and appliances. The sofa in the living room could use repair, and it would have been nice to have essentials like shampoo provided.The main challenge we experienced was with check-in, as we didn’t receive the instructions beforehand and had to spend some time reaching the host to get access. Once inside, the stay was fine, but smoother communication and a few updates to the home would make the experience much better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dry Tortugas trip

Location and property were perfect for our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location

It is a perfect location and has great neighbors. We rented bikes and parked the car.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

January in Key West

Had enjoyable three day visit in Key West. Stayed in comfortable little VRBO house apartment in southern part of Old Town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marilyn Henley

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Marilyn has owned the home since 1981 and loves to welcome visitors from near and far to CeKey West.

Why they chose this property

If you want to get the feel of what it's like to live in Key West and like to stay in a homey environment complete with kitchen, living area and either deck or front porch. This is a good match for you. It will accommodate 4 people but I think it works best for 2 adults simply because it is about 500 square feet.

What makes this property unique

Central location with front porch.

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