I rented this property for myself, my college age daughter, niece, & nephew, and, most importantly, my elderly parents. The house is absolutely lovely! It is small but the layout is smart. Everyone can go to their own area and have peace, quiet, & privacy. We picked up the keys at the rental mgmt co. & with a little bit of looking, found the cottage. It is on a quiet, tucked away lane and it is perfect! We had a few bumps along the way(no bathroom tissue on arrival :/, the oven/microwave fuse went out day #2 (but fixed on day #5), and the grill ran out of gas the 3rd time we used it. Pool fought hard to be a shade of green. But we won!! Please realize- these are all things that would happen at home-because something always comes up! It became comical and we just rolled with it, -used the toaster oven and stove. We bought a crockpot! The pots/pans have been abused, almost bought some new ones! and we bought some plastic food containers. We left what non-perishable staples & supplies we didn't use, for the next group to enjoy. Kevin- the property mgr was awesome! Very apologetic about the pool- we didn't mind! On vacation, in paradise, with a beer in hand! Owning a pool, esp in this climate is a daily battle with rain and trees. :) Plenty of towels, linens, and W/D! Highly recommend this home for active people. Rent bikes!! Cabs quick & easy! I would recommend a list for Key West rookies- with a map, list of grocery stores, pharmacies to help newbies orient. We took a cab to Winn Dixie the first eve, then made small trips to CVS or WD via bike. This home is in the heart of KW. Biked or walked for all of our activities! Don't recommend a car-park at end of lane never had any spots avail. If I return to Key West, this will be the home for me! Must do's: Dry Tortugas, Duetto pizza & gelato, Wyland Gallery (purchased my first painting!), Key Lime Pie (Kermit's was our favorite), Mallory Square, Ft Zachary Taylor, museums, deep sea fishing, cemetary, shop local artisans, parasailing, & most important- relax in the pool every day/eve. I can't say enough about what a wonderful time we had. You will not be disappointed in this home- keep the right attitude-Vacation! Relax! Enjoy casa dulce! We made life long memories on this trip & I wouldn't change a thing! My dad already told me he misses the little house on Poorhouse Ln. :) and so do I! Soren & Kevin were great & can answer all of your questions! Life is short! Go to Key West! and stay here!