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Historic Old Town Key West - Turtle House, Sleeps 6

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A garden pathway leading to a white fence with a gate, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
A white house with a porch, surrounded by a white picket fence and lush greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, white bedding, a window with blinds, and a green wall.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wooden bookshelf.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a white staircase, and a view of the kitchen.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Duval Street

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Outdoor pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Key West, FL
  • Place, Duval Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Front Loft

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Rear Loft

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Key West

Old Town Key West, a neighbourhood in Key West, is home to this holiday home. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Florida Keys Beaches and South Beach. USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum and Florida Keys Eco - Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Key West, FL

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mallory Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green Parrot Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blue Heaven - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Moondog Cafe & Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪801 Bourbon Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mangoes Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Old Town Key West - Turtle House, Sleeps 6 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Historic Old Town Key West - Turtle House, Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Old Town Key West - Turtle House, Sleeps 6?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Old Town Key West - Turtle House, Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Old Town Key West - Turtle House, Sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Old Town Key West - Turtle House, Sleeps 6 located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of We Cycle Key West, Duval Street and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Florida Keys Beaches and Mallory Square are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was adorable and well equipped. Beds were comfortable and cottage was very clean! The property was beautiful with foliage, felt private and appreciated the layout of the pool separate from the hot tub. It was also very convenient having laundry on site. The location was superb, with everything close by. We didn’t need to rent a car, just biked and walked everywhere. Fell I love with key west and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr, 2026
Sasha - Thank you for taking the time to leave a very nice review for the Turtle House - I'm glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed the Turtle House, the property and your stay in Key West - and hopefully your review will help future guests find the perfect vacation spot for an authentic Old Town Key West experience. You are welcome back any time - safe travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful host! Steven was on property to answer any concerns I had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Turtle House Stay

This little house is in a great location, one block from Blue Heaven, one block from the Hemingway House, two from Duval Street and two from the entrance to the Truman Annex. There are bikes there for you to use - the best way to see as much of Key West as possible.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar, 2025
Hugh - Thank you for taking the time to leave a very nice review for the Turtle House - I'm glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the Turtle House, the property and your stay in Key West - and hopefully your review will help future guests find the perfect vacation spot for an authentic Old Town Key West experience. You are welcome back any time - safe travels. Steven Justi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house Great location

this is our second stay at the same home. We love the house, it has everything we needed for our week stay. Location couldn't be better. communication with the owner was almost instant.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location!

We had a ladies trip and the place couldn’t have been more perfect. Having the pool and hot tub just made everything that much better:) The location is so close to everything but a couple streets back so you have privacy and no noise late night. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic place!

We absolutely loved this VRBO. Never been to the Keys and we couldn't have asked for a better place. The location was fantastic along with the house itself. We parked our vehicle and never had to get into it again until we left. Restaurants, bars, shopping, site seeing were all outside are door. We will definitely be booking this place again. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2024
Stacy - Thank you for taking the time to leave a very nice review for the Turtle House - I'm glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the Turtle House, the property and your stay in Key West - and hopefully your review will help future guests find the perfect vacation spot for an authentic Old Town Key West experience. You are welcome back any time - safe travels. Steven Justi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Center of Old Town

If you come to Key West to experience the real place, rather than just resort and boat life, this is a perfect spot. It's right at the heart of a really unique town, with everything in walking distance--great restaurants and bars, museums, beaches, historical points of interest. Cottages open to a private garden with pool, hot tub, lounge areas. Just keep in mind that the roosters are in charge here.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar, 2025
Patrick - Thank you for taking the time to leave a great review for the Turtle House - I'm glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the Turtle House, the property and your stay in Key West - and hopefully your review will help future guests find the perfect vacation spot for an authentic Old Town Key West experience. You are welcome back any time - safe travels! Steven Justi
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Not worth the money

I stayed at this place with my parents who are older, the two bedrooms are upstairs which the only way to get upstairs is to use the ladder stairs.... not comfortable on your feet.... also be aware ... the neighbors have a rooster farm and every morning at 3am they get loud... bring something to block the noise otherwise you will be woken up....
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Mathew - Sorry to hear that your stay was not what you expected. For better or for worse, as I mention in the description of Key West (and all of the Florida Keys, and islands in the Caribbean, for that matter), there are free range and captive chickens and roosters throughout Key West. The City of Key West considers them a protected species - in an effort to maintain the historic, tropical charm and character of the island. If someone comes to Key West they WILL see and hear chickens and roosters - in fact, you will even see and hear them as they run thru the Blue Heaven Restaurant - something that you will not likely see at most restaurants in other parts of the United States. Key West is admittedly different and a little quirky - and we like it that way.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location and Perfect for Spring Break Trip with Kids

The house was fantastic. It’s within walking distance of all of great restaurants, including upscale bars that make “To Go” drinks that can be enjoyed poolside (the pool in the pictures), wile reading a book in peace and quiet. We have stayed at several family nice resorts with large pools, and what I loved about this is that our 9 year old said “Mom - this is so fancy.! And it’s not crowded.” To set expectations, the pool isn’t anything over-the-top, but that’s part of what makes it so nice. Kids have enough room to put on a mask and swim around - (my son could touch the bottom on his tippy-toes for about half of the length). It’s very manageable as a parent who wants to get R & R - in my view, it was a win-win. Our teenager daughter also loved this spot. It’s a safe neighborhood, which allowed us to give her freedom to explore. We let the kids each have a loft room to themselves, and we slept in the queen sized bed in the lower sitting area. This area also has a couch,table, etc. to watch TV, which we did as a family before bedtime. In the morning, the hot tub (also private and clean) is only 3 steps outside the door. The owner left detailed instructions and takes pride in making sure everything equates to a great experience. Will stay here again when we come to Key West if there is a availability.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Much-needed get-away

This property could not have been more perfect for our family trip to Key West. The excellent location made it possible for us to fully explore the town without renting a car. Our kids could keep to their own schedule, which allowed everyone some flexibility, and we enjoyed coming together in the afternoon to enjoy the pool/hot tub. The other guests were very considerate and friendly. The Turtle House also has a small front porch where we had coffee every morning and people-watched. The house is close enough to lots of action but far enough away that we felt tucked into a pleasant residential area. Steven was an excellent host who clearly takes pride in the property and goes to a lot of effort to maintain it beautifully.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2022
Laura - Thank you for your kind and thorough review. I'm glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed the Turtle House, the property sand your visit to Key West. Hopefully your review will help future travelers find the perfect Key West accommodations for their authentic Key West experience. Thank you again for staying and you are welcome back anytime. Safe travels and all the best for 2022 - Steven Justi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice time

We had a great time and the host is very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2021
Thank you Richard - I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the Turtle House, the property and your overall stay in Key West. Safe travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Bahama Village

We found the property and the garden courtyard area especially charming, clean, and tropical. The location was spectacular and the historical architecture immersed us in a wonderful feel of Old Town Key West. The house was well appointed and suited our needs just right. The property manager/owner Mr. Justi was exceedingly prompt and responsive as well as helpful when I had questions. Would love to come stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr, 2021
Leah - Thank you for your kind review - I hope it will help future travelers select the perfect accommodations for their stay in Key West. I am always happy to hear from guests that enjoyed their stay, and can appreciate the historic charm and architecture of Old Town Key West - especially Bahama Village, which is one of the oldest parts of the island. It was a sincere pleasure to host you and your guests and you are welcome back anytime - safe travels. best regards, Steven Justi, owner/ realtor
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Escape to Key West

Location is PERFECT! Easy walk to so many attractions, and the on-site bikes make it even easier. House had all the comforts of home, great morning patio and evening jacuzzi, and tropical grounds kept things private. Very satisfied...
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar, 2021
Kurt - Thank you for leaving a complimentary review - which I am sure will be very helpful to future guests. I'm glad to hear that you were able to appreciate the Turtle House, the property, and the historic charm of the neighborhood and Old Town Key West. You are welcome back anytime - safe travels! Steven Justi, owner
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!!

FANTASTIC property and grounds. LOVED it!! Perfect location, very convenient, well maintained, beautifully decorated...cool layout. Great little kitchen area that was well appointed. The grounds were peaceful, quiet, GREAT atmosphere....was perfect to relax after the triathlon in the hot tub. DEFINITELY one of the only places I have stayed that I would go back to...and that says a lot as we try to 'change it up' each time we travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review Paul - its always a pleasure and a validation to hear from a guest that appreciates the history, charm and uniqueness of the Turtle House, the property, and Key West - not to mention that you had a wonderful experience, as well. It was a sincere pleasure to have you stay at Bahama Gardens, and you, your family, friends and guests are welcome back anytime. Paul was the quintessential guest - a great communicator, self-sufficient, and a low impact guest that left the house in excellent condition. It was a pleasure hosting Paul and his guests, and I highly recommend Paul to any and all hosts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location

Nice pool deck
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your review Patrick. It was a pleasure to be your host and I hope you enjoyed Key West and your stay at Bahama Gardens. Safe travels - you are welcome back any time!
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