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LAST MINUTE AVAILABILITY! architect designed OASIS in OLD TOWNE on a quiet lane!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Key West, FL
- Place, Duval Street6 min walk
- Place, Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum9 min walk
- Place, Southernmost Point12 min walk
- Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)11 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Guest bedroom in main cottage
2 Double Beds
Principle bedroom suite - private cottage
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bath accessed from outdoor deck and principle bedroom cottage
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom in main house accessible from living room and guest bedroom
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
LAST MINUTE AVAILABILITY! architect designed OASIS in OLD TOWNE on a quiet lane!
Turtle House. A Key West Artist's haven. Now available from January 8th through March 8th 2026!
Delight in the uniqueness of this property. It is a compound comprised of two former cigar maker’s cottages, redesigned and renovated by the artist and her late husband, an architect. Turtle House has been featured in several magazines, including the April 2009 edition of Coastal Living Magazine, and Design Within Reach summer catalogue 2019. Turtle House is located on a quiet lane in Old Town Key West near the cemetery. WAlk everywhere!
Private parking in front of the house.
Come finish your novel or work from home. A wonderful desk and computer monitor and printer set up for your use!
dip your body into the sunken black tiled jacuzzi. Dine under the covered breezeway beneath a bamboo pergola, protected from weather, with beautiful views of the garden illuminated at night by solar lighting.
Find magic and inspiration at Turtle House, along with all the comforts and amenities of modern living. Serenity abounds...
For those who seek elegant simplicity and a refuge in nature, this may be your dream come true! With privacy difficult to find in Key West... bike or walk to your favorite restaurant or cook at home on the gas grill and eat under the stars! Wake up to the song of birds and sleep peacefully to the sound of tree frogs and crickets.
The house is appointed with finr linens, dishes and cookware that offer a comfortable elegance to the rustic design of the cottages, The principle bedroom is its own cottage, furnished with a king size bed, an excellent mattress, a 24" x 68" desk and a bookshelf full of inspiration.
There is a full indoor/outdoor bath attached to the cottage that can be accessed from the cottage or from the deck. The second bedroom is located in the main cottage. It is a cozy retreat, with a full size bed (brand new mattress) and its own bathroom which opens to both the bedroom and the living room. This bedroom faces the lane with a beautiful garden just outside the window. It is a wonderful place for an afternoon nap!
Turtle House is not for everyone! There are no marble countertops, no dishwasher, there are window aircondtioners, but no central air. But what there is cannot be overlooked or bought for all the money in the world....a magical oasis to provide a perfect retreat, a peaceful haven, for the sophisticated nature loving soul!
A perfect spot for a poet, or a poetic soul, a writer, an avid reader, an architect, a lover of architecture! a person who needs to continue working while on vacation. The lush gardens have been lovingly cultivated by the artist, herself. The owner, a well known Key West artist, hopes you will find inspiration and respite in this unique hide away!
Come and enjoy TURTLE HOUSE.
Turtle House has a 30 day minimum stay. Ideally, renting to a couple who would use the front bedroom (full size bed and private bath) as a guest room for friends or family to visit.
It is truly a little jewel. (Not for partiers, smokers, heavy drinkers, and revelers...sorry)
Delight in the uniqueness of this property. It is a compound comprised of two former cigar maker’s cottages, redesigned and renovated by the artist and her late husband, an architect. Turtle House has been featured in several magazines, including the April 2009 edition of Coastal Living Magazine, and Design Within Reach summer catalogue 2019. Turtle House is located on a quiet lane in Old Town Key West near the cemetery. WAlk everywhere!
Private parking in front of the house.
Come finish your novel or work from home. A wonderful desk and computer monitor and printer set up for your use!
dip your body into the sunken black tiled jacuzzi. Dine under the covered breezeway beneath a bamboo pergola, protected from weather, with beautiful views of the garden illuminated at night by solar lighting.
Find magic and inspiration at Turtle House, along with all the comforts and amenities of modern living. Serenity abounds...
For those who seek elegant simplicity and a refuge in nature, this may be your dream come true! With privacy difficult to find in Key West... bike or walk to your favorite restaurant or cook at home on the gas grill and eat under the stars! Wake up to the song of birds and sleep peacefully to the sound of tree frogs and crickets.
The house is appointed with finr linens, dishes and cookware that offer a comfortable elegance to the rustic design of the cottages, The principle bedroom is its own cottage, furnished with a king size bed, an excellent mattress, a 24" x 68" desk and a bookshelf full of inspiration.
There is a full indoor/outdoor bath attached to the cottage that can be accessed from the cottage or from the deck. The second bedroom is located in the main cottage. It is a cozy retreat, with a full size bed (brand new mattress) and its own bathroom which opens to both the bedroom and the living room. This bedroom faces the lane with a beautiful garden just outside the window. It is a wonderful place for an afternoon nap!
Turtle House is not for everyone! There are no marble countertops, no dishwasher, there are window aircondtioners, but no central air. But what there is cannot be overlooked or bought for all the money in the world....a magical oasis to provide a perfect retreat, a peaceful haven, for the sophisticated nature loving soul!
A perfect spot for a poet, or a poetic soul, a writer, an avid reader, an architect, a lover of architecture! a person who needs to continue working while on vacation. The lush gardens have been lovingly cultivated by the artist, herself. The owner, a well known Key West artist, hopes you will find inspiration and respite in this unique hide away!
Come and enjoy TURTLE HOUSE.
Turtle House has a 30 day minimum stay. Ideally, renting to a couple who would use the front bedroom (full size bed and private bath) as a guest room for friends or family to visit.
It is truly a little jewel. (Not for partiers, smokers, heavy drinkers, and revelers...sorry)
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Amenities
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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 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
Important information
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Key West
Old Town Key West, a neighbourhood in Key West, is home to this cottage. 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 Sails To Rails Museum at Flagler Station are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.

Key West, FL
What's nearby
- Duval Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- South Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Southernmost Point - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dions Truman & White - 7 min walk
- Sandy's Café - 7 min walk
- El Siboney Restaurant - 6 min walk
- Viva Argentinian Steakhouse - 7 min walk
- Ocean Grill & Bar - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
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31 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Michael T.
9 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Turtle House
Michael T.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda M.
7 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location with Garden
Linda M.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
27 Oct 2013
Perfect oasis!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
20 Oct 2013
Discovery
Archival
10/10 Excellent
28 Feb 2013
Relaxing paradise close to Awesome restaurants
Archival
10/10 Excellent
5 Dec 2012
Great experience
About the host
Hosted by Susan Sugar
I am a painter, dividing my time between NYC and Key West. Turtle House is my haven. Tenants seem to fall in love it as their own during their stay. The property has a charm about it, hard to describe....
I have worked with great pleasure to create a magical domain, inside and out, for all to enjoy.
I have worked with great pleasure to create a magical domain, inside and out, for all to enjoy.
Why they chose this property
Key West is as far south as you can go without leaving the country. The village is unusual and captivating for its architecture and its culture. It feels both wonderfully remote and yet we have access to all amenities...sophisticated theater, art, music ... Fed Ex, grocery stores, gourmet bakeries, apple computer store, etc.
When I am here, I feel I can step out the gate and delight in a very lively social life ... or hide in my studio, and work, undisturbed for days!
When I am here, I feel I can step out the gate and delight in a very lively social life ... or hide in my studio, and work, undisturbed for days!
What makes this property unique
Turtle House is a bohemian elegant oasis right in the middle of old town Key West. It is private and yet close to everything! It offers private parking and a lush garden. Room for yoga, meditation, is a wonderful atmosphere for work of any kind. The lane is sweet and friendly. It is a unique experience~
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