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Charming 2nd-story apartment with balcony & lighthouse view - walk everywhere

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1 bedroom, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels
1 bedroom, internet, bed sheets
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

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Key West, FL
  • Popular LocationErnest Hemingway Home and Museum2 min walk
  • Popular LocationDuval Street2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouthernmost Point6 min walk
  • AirportKey West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)12 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming 2nd-story apartment with balcony & lighthouse view - walk everywhere

Seagrass Suite

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Welcome to Julia Whitehead Lighthouse Suites! Built in the 1890s on the site of what had been a small provisions and butcher shop, this charming building has a rich and captivating history. In the 1930s, while Hemingway was living a few houses down, it was home to a popular Cuban bodega. From the 1980s through the turn of this century, potter Charles Pearson created ceramic masterpieces which are still collected today. If you keep a watchful eye, you will find some of his ceramic fish adorning buildings and homes in the neighborhood still.

Its current guardians have spent nearly a decade painstakingly bringing the building back to life, with three one-bedroom apartments, and hosting Dog Tired Studio gallery up front as the proud face of the building. Julia Whitehead, the patron mermaid of the building, has been keeping an eye over this landmark since she first surfaced here in the 1800s, and she invites you to come and live like a local, just steps from Duval, in the shadow of the lighthouse.

Here, in the upstairs Seagrass Suite, enjoy peaceful mornings with coffee on your private balcony, with a view of the Key West Lighthouse. Interior space combines modern updates with antique accent pieces, eclectic art, and cheerful pops of color. The modern, sleek kitchen makes meal prep a breeze and a cozy living room is designed for relaxing at the end of the day. Free WiFi and cable will keep you entertained, or unplug entirely with an evening back out on the balcony, enjoying the stars and the lights of Old Town before bed - another idyllic day in Key West awaits tomorrow.

Things to Know
A booklet inside the apartment features the full story of Julia Whitehead Guest Suites.

Parking notes: No parking available.




Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

City/town permit number: LIC2018-000311/LIC2018-000314
State/province permit number: DWE5404027
County permit number: 25230-136069

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Laundry detergent

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

100157

About the area

Key West

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Old Town Key West, a neighborhood 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. Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory and MLK Community Pool & Community Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 2 min walk
  • Duval Street - 2 min walk
  • Southernmost Point - 6 min walk
  • South Beach - 8 min walk
  • Mallory Square - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Key West Intl. Airport (EYW) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪801 Bourbon Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rams Head Southernmost - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Better Than Sex - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Tavern Key West - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Banana Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2nd-story apartment with balcony & lighthouse view - walk everywhere pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming 2nd-story apartment with balcony & lighthouse view - walk everywhere?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2nd-story apartment with balcony & lighthouse view - walk everywhere?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2nd-story apartment with balcony & lighthouse view - walk everywhere located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this apartment building is steps from Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum, Duval Street, and Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum. Florida Keys Beaches and Southernmost Point are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Terrific space. In town for a conference, and this was the perfect spot. Far enough off the main drag so that quiet wasn't an issue, but a short distance to the action. Place was clean and convenient. Very nice to have my own kitchen space. Wonderful little balcony as well. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024