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Hemmingway's Paradise! Walk or bike to all that Old town Key West has to offer
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3 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 8 1300 sq ft
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Explore the area

Key West, FL
- Duval Street12 min walk
- South Beach12 min walk
- Southernmost Point14 min walk
- Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)7 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Hemmingway's Paradise! Walk or bike to all that Old town Key West has to offer
Welcome to Hemmingway's Paradise!
Located on an almost hidden enchanting lane in Old Town Key West, this cottage is the perfect hideout for guests. Knowles lane is a very small 1 block single lane street with only a few historic homes built on it. Remodeled to historic requirements in 2023, this home has been meticulously maintained and outfitted for guest pleasure and comfort.
This 3 bedroom and 2.5 bath home is sure to wow guests with its top-of-the-line finishes and decor.
With two historic original front porches, you'll most likely find yourself "front porch sitting" enjoying your morning coffee or enjoying a glass of wine on the wooden porch swing as neighbors walk by and say hello, no traffic on this lane! Even though the home has 2 off street parking spaces, one for a car and one for a golf cart or small compact car, most cars won't drive the small lane.
The home features a teak wrap-around deck with a new hot or cool spa and ladder stairs leading up to the rooftop tanning deck with loungers, a patio mister and tropical foliage where you can soak up the sun during the day and stargaze at night. All deck and garden areas are equipped with timed soaker hoses or drip lines and you can pick your fresh limes and lemons from the potted citrus trees and relax amid the lush tropical foliage and optimal privacy.
The front suite with its large ensuite bathroom has your private front door entry and porch and an additional bathroom door leading to the outside deck.
Front Suite amenities include a Keurig coffee station, mini fridge and microwave to allow you to rise and shine or end your evening at your own pace. The main living area features full corner glass double doors leading to the outdoor deck living area and the weekly maintained new jetted Spa, outdoor patio lighting, outdoor shower, and the ladder to the rooftop tanning deck.
The kitchen offers everything you'll need to create a gourmet meal in home or to chill out and blend up that perfect pitcher of Pina coladas. New stainless appliances including an in fridge craft ice maker to mold up the ultimate large round ice spheres, cubed or crushed ice, a wine fridge, a full pot or K-cup coffee maker and a Nespresso machine for your morning espresso.
Take a short leisurely walk or bike ride to Higgs beach, Duval Street, The Hemmingway House, the Key West waterfront, restaurants, world famous bars and shopping and all that Old Town has to offer. Bicycles with locks, beach chairs and beach towels are also included.
Located on an almost hidden enchanting lane in Old Town Key West, this cottage is the perfect hideout for guests. Knowles lane is a very small 1 block single lane street with only a few historic homes built on it. Remodeled to historic requirements in 2023, this home has been meticulously maintained and outfitted for guest pleasure and comfort.
This 3 bedroom and 2.5 bath home is sure to wow guests with its top-of-the-line finishes and decor.
With two historic original front porches, you'll most likely find yourself "front porch sitting" enjoying your morning coffee or enjoying a glass of wine on the wooden porch swing as neighbors walk by and say hello, no traffic on this lane! Even though the home has 2 off street parking spaces, one for a car and one for a golf cart or small compact car, most cars won't drive the small lane.
The home features a teak wrap-around deck with a new hot or cool spa and ladder stairs leading up to the rooftop tanning deck with loungers, a patio mister and tropical foliage where you can soak up the sun during the day and stargaze at night. All deck and garden areas are equipped with timed soaker hoses or drip lines and you can pick your fresh limes and lemons from the potted citrus trees and relax amid the lush tropical foliage and optimal privacy.
The front suite with its large ensuite bathroom has your private front door entry and porch and an additional bathroom door leading to the outside deck.
Front Suite amenities include a Keurig coffee station, mini fridge and microwave to allow you to rise and shine or end your evening at your own pace. The main living area features full corner glass double doors leading to the outdoor deck living area and the weekly maintained new jetted Spa, outdoor patio lighting, outdoor shower, and the ladder to the rooftop tanning deck.
The kitchen offers everything you'll need to create a gourmet meal in home or to chill out and blend up that perfect pitcher of Pina coladas. New stainless appliances including an in fridge craft ice maker to mold up the ultimate large round ice spheres, cubed or crushed ice, a wine fridge, a full pot or K-cup coffee maker and a Nespresso machine for your morning espresso.
Take a short leisurely walk or bike ride to Higgs beach, Duval Street, The Hemmingway House, the Key West waterfront, restaurants, world famous bars and shopping and all that Old Town has to offer. Bicycles with locks, beach chairs and beach towels are also included.
Property manager
Larry and Kathy Hansen
Languages
English
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Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Housekeeping will empty all perishable food left in pantry and refrigerator so you can leave them and keep from spoiling.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Key West
Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Old Town Key West, a neighbourhood in Key West. Southernmost Point and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park and Florida Keys Beaches. Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory and MLK Community Pool & Community Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Key West, FL
What's nearby
- Duval Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- South Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Southernmost Point - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Smathers Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Salute! On The Beach - 12 min walk
- Sandy's Cafe - 4 min walk
- El Siboney Restaurant - 4 min walk
- Dairy Queen - 3 min walk
- Louie's Backyard - 12 min walk
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About the host
Hosted by Larry and Kathy Hansen

Hi,
A little about ourselves!
We are from Boise Idaho and still have family and a home there, we have both been in the real estate industry for over 30 years and previously had a vineyard home Bed & Breakfast that we hosted for many years.
We first visited Key West in 2006 and immediately fell in love with the island, the weather, the locals and how the island had kept its charm with its historic architecture. Fast forward to 2018..... we were finally able to place an offer" that didn't get bumped" on a home that needed A LOT of TLC but even more, it required a complete historic renovation.
Being in the real estate industry for so long, we have made a life of doing remodels and renovations on several properties but this was the 1st of this magnitude and we did it 100% ourselves. The house was built in 1890 and we were able to keep the original footprint but had to take it back to the studs and we used, stripped and refinished all of the salvageable original components. It has been a true labor of love.
We have updated and included what we feel is important to us while we're here and we spend as much time here as we possibly can and let others enjoy it when we can't be here.
We know you will love and care for our home as much as we do!
A little about ourselves!
We are from Boise Idaho and still have family and a home there, we have both been in the real estate industry for over 30 years and previously had a vineyard home Bed & Breakfast that we hosted for many years.
We first visited Key West in 2006 and immediately fell in love with the island, the weather, the locals and how the island had kept its charm with its historic architecture. Fast forward to 2018..... we were finally able to place an offer" that didn't get bumped" on a home that needed A LOT of TLC but even more, it required a complete historic renovation.
Being in the real estate industry for so long, we have made a life of doing remodels and renovations on several properties but this was the 1st of this magnitude and we did it 100% ourselves. The house was built in 1890 and we were able to keep the original footprint but had to take it back to the studs and we used, stripped and refinished all of the salvageable original components. It has been a true labor of love.
We have updated and included what we feel is important to us while we're here and we spend as much time here as we possibly can and let others enjoy it when we can't be here.
We know you will love and care for our home as much as we do!
Why they chose this property
With all that the island has to offer, being in old town was a requirement and on a lane would make it perfect! Knowles lane is one of the rare small lanes in old town. It's a small, hidden, 1 block private lane and cars don't think they can actually drive down it, so, about the only traffic you'll get will be the 4 neighbors that live on the lane and have a parking space, a few dog walkers, an occasional bike rider and the locals out for a walk.
We're only a few blocks walk or bike ride to Higgs beach, Smathers beach, the Sunday Artisan and farmers market, West Martello botanical garden, the White Street Pier, so many restaurants, shopping, tennis, pickle ball and Bocce' ball and so much more!
Duvall street with all the entertainment is an easy few blocks bike ride as well as the Key West Butterfly Museum with resident Flamingos Rhett and Scarlett, The Hemmingway house, Key West Lighthouse, The Shipwreck Museum, Key West Bight Marina, Southernmost Buoy, Coffee Butler Amphitheater and the Truman Waterfront and Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.
There's always so many free local musicians playing, concerts and music festivals going on, you definitely won't find yourselves being bored.
We know you will love our little piece of paradise!
We're only a few blocks walk or bike ride to Higgs beach, Smathers beach, the Sunday Artisan and farmers market, West Martello botanical garden, the White Street Pier, so many restaurants, shopping, tennis, pickle ball and Bocce' ball and so much more!
Duvall street with all the entertainment is an easy few blocks bike ride as well as the Key West Butterfly Museum with resident Flamingos Rhett and Scarlett, The Hemmingway house, Key West Lighthouse, The Shipwreck Museum, Key West Bight Marina, Southernmost Buoy, Coffee Butler Amphitheater and the Truman Waterfront and Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.
There's always so many free local musicians playing, concerts and music festivals going on, you definitely won't find yourselves being bored.
We know you will love our little piece of paradise!
What makes this property unique
Location, Location, Location.........
The private quiet area we are in yet so close to everything and your own parking space
The private quiet area we are in yet so close to everything and your own parking space
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