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Secret Villa I @ Old Town with Private Pool, close to Duval!
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61628 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom2
1 King Bed
Master Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Downstairs Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
En suit bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
En suit Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Secret Villa I @ Old Town with Private Pool, close to Duval!
- Secret Villa I -
A Newly Renovated, Private Sanctuary, Centrally Located off of Duval Street with your very own private pool. Secret Villa I is available for rent exclusively on VRBO and HomeAway. We have recently completed a total update of the Secret Villa I kitchen and bathrooms to match the beauty of her sister property, Secret Villa II. Please Note there is a Security Camera On the Front porch. Please Contact the Property Manager To Have It Disconnected if you Wish
Secret Villa I is the perfect vacation rental for discerning, upscale clientele. The property is a newly renovated 3BR, 3BA home with a heated pool situated in the heart of old town on a quiet and private lane. The fenced-in private pool is surrounded by lush gardens, natural vegetation, and tropical canopies, providing our guests with the privacy and intimacy that Key West visitors are looking for. Newly renovated inside and out so that you and your party experience Key West in a clean & comfortable environment where everything is just right.
If you are looking for additional accommodations our sister property Secret Villa II is available in the same compound. Please see our VRBO listing #692758 for availability.
- The Location -
SVI is just 1.5 blocks from Key West's most famous party area - Duval Street! Enjoy the hustle and bustle of live music and world renowned restaurants, then you and your party can retire to SVI's private, fence enclosed sanctuary.
SVI is conveniently located on a private lane just off Simonton, between Southard and Fleming (just behind the Marquesa Hotel). It’s an extremely unique location for such a large Villa. SVI provides the convenience of being within walking distance to all the action Old Town has to offer, while still allowing guests to retreat to the sanctuary, a much more tranquil atmosphere that only a home on a quiet Key West lane can provide. Although a driveway is provided, most guests find they leave the keys at home and instead walk or bike to local attractions - fine dining, bars, galleries, nightlife, shopping, museums, and much, much more! And although the heated pool may encourage you to relax and sunbathe at home, three of the most popular Key West beaches are within a minute's bike ride.
Please note - one mid-sized car or small SUV can comfortably fit in the driveway.
- Secret Villa I is a Healthy Environment Experience -
Anyone who has traveled in the tropics knows humidity is the enemy, quickly turning even elegant venues into musty unhealthy experiences. No matter how much a place is cleaned or overly scented with perfumes to hide the problem, the only way to have a healthy house is to address humidity and air quality head on!
At Secret Villa I, the entire structure has been renovated including the air quality and air handling equipment. All furniture, draperies, mattresses, pillows and linens are clean and new. All duct work was either replaced or cleaned with eco-friendly antimicrobial agents. The HVAC system includes HEPA filtration and whole house dehumidification. The house has hurricane impact windows and doors that seal in the low humidity and HEPA-clean air making it pleasant throughout the entire house.
Also while guests may smoke their Havana cigars out by the pool, we have a “No Smoking” policy inside the house. The result is an extraordinarily healthy environment where guests wake up feeling refreshed, energized, and ready to meet the day!
- The Accommodations -
All SVI rooms are large and comfortable making the house a perfect getaway for 2 to 3 couples. The 2nd floor has 2 master bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom - one with a California King bed and the other with a King bed. The upstairs bedrooms share a large outside porch where guests can enjoy a late night glass of wine while watching the night sky and taking in a cool evening breeze. The first floor bedroom shares a bath with the living room and comes furnished with a Queen sized bed. The first floor bedroom is perfect for in-laws or grandparents that may be part of your vacation party.
All beds have recently been updated with double pillow tops, ultra luxurious, extra firm mattresses. All bedrooms include extra soft, high thread count sheets with 6 pillows, a comforter, extra sheets, blankets, towels, dark make-up removing towels, a ceiling fan, black-out curtains, smoke detector, safe, and flat screen cable TV. Every convenience has been thought-of and added, including even small conveniences such as powerstrips with USB connections on both sides of the bed. Although designed for 3 couples, the living room also includes a full-sized pullout bed.
- The Private Pool -
One of the highlights of this home is the private pool area. Fully fenced and surrounded by lush tropical greenery for safety and complete privacy, this will undoubtedly be a primary gathering place for your group. The comfortable chaise lounges can be pulled into the sun or the shade right beside the pool. Sun bathing can be on the upper terrace or poolside, and multiple pool towels are provided.
The pool area includes a propane grill for an outdoor BBQ by the pool. Enjoy the view from the upper terrace that overlooks the rooftops and the trees of Old Town, or mix-up some much-deserved cocktails in the blender as you watch the rest of your group play in the pool and the burgers cook on the grill.
- The Living Area & Kitchen -
Secret Villa I boasts an extra large living room with high ceilings and luxurious modern furnishings including a 60” LED HDTV with premium Cable. Secure 100MB/s high-speed internet with wifi is available throughout the property. Floor to ceiling double french doors allow natural light to pour into the first floor all day while blackout curtains provide privacy at night. A full complement of games are located in the credenza under the living room TV (i.e. Poker chip set and playing cards, Clue, Monopoly, Cards Against Humanity, Yahtzee, Scrabble, etc.).
Amateur and master chefs alike will love their cooking experience in the fully equipped and spacious kitchen. If you enjoy staying in and creating your own meals, every high-end modern kitchen appliance can be found right in the comfort of your vacation home. The kitchen includes state of the art appliances and all of the tools and utensils you will need to prepare a meal at home when taking a break from the restaurant options of Key West. Open shelving allows guests to easily select the right wine, beer, or cocktail glass for your own happy hour (blender provided!). The outdoor patio, accessible from either the kitchen or living room, has seating for eight.
Conveniently located at the end of the kitchen is a state-of-the-art, over-sized washer and dryer, making laundry tasks quick, easy, and finished while you’re out and about enjoying the town.
- Summary -
SVI is more than fantastic – instead it’s actually JUST RIGHT! Newly renovated, clean, comfortable, spacious, private, lush, and centrally located.
Secret Villas Key West is proud to represent this paradise home and to provide you with the vacation experience you’ve always wanted and deserved.
A Newly Renovated, Private Sanctuary, Centrally Located off of Duval Street with your very own private pool. Secret Villa I is available for rent exclusively on VRBO and HomeAway. We have recently completed a total update of the Secret Villa I kitchen and bathrooms to match the beauty of her sister property, Secret Villa II. Please Note there is a Security Camera On the Front porch. Please Contact the Property Manager To Have It Disconnected if you Wish
Secret Villa I is the perfect vacation rental for discerning, upscale clientele. The property is a newly renovated 3BR, 3BA home with a heated pool situated in the heart of old town on a quiet and private lane. The fenced-in private pool is surrounded by lush gardens, natural vegetation, and tropical canopies, providing our guests with the privacy and intimacy that Key West visitors are looking for. Newly renovated inside and out so that you and your party experience Key West in a clean & comfortable environment where everything is just right.
If you are looking for additional accommodations our sister property Secret Villa II is available in the same compound. Please see our VRBO listing #692758 for availability.
- The Location -
SVI is just 1.5 blocks from Key West's most famous party area - Duval Street! Enjoy the hustle and bustle of live music and world renowned restaurants, then you and your party can retire to SVI's private, fence enclosed sanctuary.
SVI is conveniently located on a private lane just off Simonton, between Southard and Fleming (just behind the Marquesa Hotel). It’s an extremely unique location for such a large Villa. SVI provides the convenience of being within walking distance to all the action Old Town has to offer, while still allowing guests to retreat to the sanctuary, a much more tranquil atmosphere that only a home on a quiet Key West lane can provide. Although a driveway is provided, most guests find they leave the keys at home and instead walk or bike to local attractions - fine dining, bars, galleries, nightlife, shopping, museums, and much, much more! And although the heated pool may encourage you to relax and sunbathe at home, three of the most popular Key West beaches are within a minute's bike ride.
Please note - one mid-sized car or small SUV can comfortably fit in the driveway.
- Secret Villa I is a Healthy Environment Experience -
Anyone who has traveled in the tropics knows humidity is the enemy, quickly turning even elegant venues into musty unhealthy experiences. No matter how much a place is cleaned or overly scented with perfumes to hide the problem, the only way to have a healthy house is to address humidity and air quality head on!
At Secret Villa I, the entire structure has been renovated including the air quality and air handling equipment. All furniture, draperies, mattresses, pillows and linens are clean and new. All duct work was either replaced or cleaned with eco-friendly antimicrobial agents. The HVAC system includes HEPA filtration and whole house dehumidification. The house has hurricane impact windows and doors that seal in the low humidity and HEPA-clean air making it pleasant throughout the entire house.
Also while guests may smoke their Havana cigars out by the pool, we have a “No Smoking” policy inside the house. The result is an extraordinarily healthy environment where guests wake up feeling refreshed, energized, and ready to meet the day!
- The Accommodations -
All SVI rooms are large and comfortable making the house a perfect getaway for 2 to 3 couples. The 2nd floor has 2 master bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom - one with a California King bed and the other with a King bed. The upstairs bedrooms share a large outside porch where guests can enjoy a late night glass of wine while watching the night sky and taking in a cool evening breeze. The first floor bedroom shares a bath with the living room and comes furnished with a Queen sized bed. The first floor bedroom is perfect for in-laws or grandparents that may be part of your vacation party.
All beds have recently been updated with double pillow tops, ultra luxurious, extra firm mattresses. All bedrooms include extra soft, high thread count sheets with 6 pillows, a comforter, extra sheets, blankets, towels, dark make-up removing towels, a ceiling fan, black-out curtains, smoke detector, safe, and flat screen cable TV. Every convenience has been thought-of and added, including even small conveniences such as powerstrips with USB connections on both sides of the bed. Although designed for 3 couples, the living room also includes a full-sized pullout bed.
- The Private Pool -
One of the highlights of this home is the private pool area. Fully fenced and surrounded by lush tropical greenery for safety and complete privacy, this will undoubtedly be a primary gathering place for your group. The comfortable chaise lounges can be pulled into the sun or the shade right beside the pool. Sun bathing can be on the upper terrace or poolside, and multiple pool towels are provided.
The pool area includes a propane grill for an outdoor BBQ by the pool. Enjoy the view from the upper terrace that overlooks the rooftops and the trees of Old Town, or mix-up some much-deserved cocktails in the blender as you watch the rest of your group play in the pool and the burgers cook on the grill.
- The Living Area & Kitchen -
Secret Villa I boasts an extra large living room with high ceilings and luxurious modern furnishings including a 60” LED HDTV with premium Cable. Secure 100MB/s high-speed internet with wifi is available throughout the property. Floor to ceiling double french doors allow natural light to pour into the first floor all day while blackout curtains provide privacy at night. A full complement of games are located in the credenza under the living room TV (i.e. Poker chip set and playing cards, Clue, Monopoly, Cards Against Humanity, Yahtzee, Scrabble, etc.).
Amateur and master chefs alike will love their cooking experience in the fully equipped and spacious kitchen. If you enjoy staying in and creating your own meals, every high-end modern kitchen appliance can be found right in the comfort of your vacation home. The kitchen includes state of the art appliances and all of the tools and utensils you will need to prepare a meal at home when taking a break from the restaurant options of Key West. Open shelving allows guests to easily select the right wine, beer, or cocktail glass for your own happy hour (blender provided!). The outdoor patio, accessible from either the kitchen or living room, has seating for eight.
Conveniently located at the end of the kitchen is a state-of-the-art, over-sized washer and dryer, making laundry tasks quick, easy, and finished while you’re out and about enjoying the town.
- Summary -
SVI is more than fantastic – instead it’s actually JUST RIGHT! Newly renovated, clean, comfortable, spacious, private, lush, and centrally located.
Secret Villas Key West is proud to represent this paradise home and to provide you with the vacation experience you’ve always wanted and deserved.
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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
Strict non-smoking policy within the house.
Important information
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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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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
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About the area
Key West
Located by the sea, this villa is in Old Town Key West, a neighbourhood in Key West. 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. The Kite House and USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Harry S. Truman Little White House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- South Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Southernmost Point - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Margaritaville - 4 min walk
- Willie T's - 4 min walk
- Jack Flats - 4 min walk
- Kermit’s Key West Key Lime Shoppe - 5 min walk
- Wendy's - 5 min walk
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vincent L.
31 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vincent L.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karrie H.
16 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karrie H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly K.
13 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kimberly K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Sandra G.
1 Jan, 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandra G.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris L.
19 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and a great location!
Chris L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dale V.
30 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home! Great location
Dale V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
4 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Michael K.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie A.
11 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Julie A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sal R.
21 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love this place
Sal R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sami P.
30 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location
Sami P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gerald K.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars
Gerald K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike S.
26 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Mike S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Craig M.
28 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Craig M.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Liz L.
23 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay and Location
Liz L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jerry K.
29 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Stay at Secret Villa 1
Jerry K.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy R.
4 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week trip with the girls
Wendy R.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tracy V.
2 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Tracy V.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon G.
22 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1st time to the Keys
Shannon G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Trina C.
5 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location!
Trina C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dan J.
18 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family loved this VRBO. It was clean, convenient, and the property manager was helpful with any nee
Dan J.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tom T.
19 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
exceeded our expectations
Tom T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Russelle H.
18 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay in great location
Russelle H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim N.
1 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secret Fun
Kim N.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jim C.
18 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secret Villa
Jim C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jim Heslin
Why they chose this property
SVI is more than fantastic – instead it’s actually JUST RIGHT! Newly renovated, clean, comfortable, spacious, private, lush, and close to everything Key West has to offer. Backed by Secret Villas Key West, the exact vacation that you’ve always wanted and deserved is waiting for you in paradise.
What makes this property unique
Very Private. Conveniently and Centrally Located. Spacious, Comfortable, Clean & Healthy. Accommodating Staff & Concierge Services.
If you are looking for additional accommodations our sister property Secret Villa II is available in the same compound. Please see our VRBO listing #692758 for availability.
If you are looking for additional accommodations our sister property Secret Villa II is available in the same compound. Please see our VRBO listing #692758 for availability.
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