Secret Villa I @ Old Town with Private Pool, close to Duval!
Villa in Key West, FL
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this villa rental
- 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.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Key West, FL
££££
Reviews
5.0
Beautiful property. Tucked away from the main road. Outside pool was perfect to cool off in. Large bedrooms and comfy furniture. Well stocked kitchen.
5.0
The property was very nice and clean. The property manager was great and answered all our questions and was there when we needed her. Very private and in a convenient location to everything. We would definitely stay in this place again.
5.0
I love this place close to everything very clean pool is private
5.0
What a find! A block from the good end of Duval, 3 bedrooms, 3 bath AND an amazing pool. Everything was clean and well maintained. We'd definitely come back!
5.0
This property was perfect for 4 adults. Pool area was nice to keep cool. Everything was walkable. The parking spot was great for a smaller vehicle or golf cart. Would definitely stay again.
5.0
Perfect for 3 couples. Great location, close to everything! Highly recommend.
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay at the house. The pool area is a nice, private oasis. The house is within walking distance to just about everything you need to see in Key West. After spending the day walking around, a dip in the pool was the best way to cap off the evening.
5.0
Secret Villa 1 is a great place to stay. 6 adults were very comfortable. Excellent location, great accommodations, everything we needed was available. It was especially nice to have the bicycles and the pool. We would definitely stay here again. The owner was very helpful as was the property manager.
5.0
House was perfect for 3 couples. Had everything we needed to make our vacation memorable. The pool was so warm and the bedrooms, clean and roomy. Celia was prompt and great in replying to our texts and questions.
House was close to DuVal and everything! We will be back❤️
5.0
Beautiful home located within walking distance of everything. Private pool in a serene setting. Everything you need is in the home. Prompt communications with the management made for an stress-free vacation. Highly recommend!
5.0
The home is a nice home close to shopping, great pool and good tv and internet options. Cookware is ok could have more utensils. The only negative is the one parking sport could barely get our golf cart in it.
5.0
Easy check in and check out. There weren’t 700 rules to follow. There is a book with what you need to know, and it outlines it perfectly. We couldn’t have found a better location, it’s central, yet on a quiet street. The outdoor areas and the bicycles are awesome.
5.0
Perfect location on island. House with all amenities, comfortable bedrooms. Will definitely book again!
5.0
We had an amazing time in Key West and staying at Secret Villa 1 was the cherry on top!! The villa provided the perfect space for our group of six. We were incredibly impressed with the cleanliness the minute we walked thru the door. Beautifully decorated with all the comforts if home! We will be back!
5.0
Could not ask for a better location!!! Close to everything!! Beautiful comfortable home with more than you can ask for. Highly recommend to anyone coming to stay in Key West. Everything was easy easy to get to and check in and out was seamless.
5.0
If you love to be in walking distance to all the activities then this is perfect for you. Great home and well stocked. We would highly recommend.
5.0
This is a beautiful home, very nicely updated throughout, with two expansive master bedrooms and a comfortable third bedroom, very nice bathrooms, a spacious kitchen with good appliances, and a very good floorplan. There’s lots of natural light and a wonderful patio and pool area. Celia, our property manager contact, was awesome, as was our host, Jim. The location is incredibly convenient to just about everything. The single drawback was the early AM trucks on Freeschool Lane, some type of garbage trucks that came every morning before sunrise to the nearby hotel/restaurant and was a little disruptive. Other than that, this is a great home, great location, great property manager and host. I recommend it.
5.0
We came back for 2nd stay and it was as great as we remembered. Perfect size for our family and walking distance to most activities, we were able to use the bikes to visit the beach. Heated pool was also thoroughly enjoyed, thanks!
5.0
We couldn’t have had a better setup and location. Kitchen and bathrooms fully equipped with everything needed and more. Everyone agreed the beds were very comfortable. We took full advantage of sun bathing on the top tier walk out balcony and plenty of pool time was had. BEST VACATION EVER!
5.0
Perfect location! This house was everything we needed. The house was clean, spacious, beautifully decorated and close to everything. We loved the pool area outside. Check in and out was a breeze and we met Celia at the house before check in to drop our luggage off. She was so sweet! The only thing we would fix is the shower head in upstairs 2nd bedroom. But by no means a deal breaker, house was perfect. So glad we found this little gem for our trip.
5.0
This house was a perfect accommodations for a family with adult children. It was off the beaten path just enough yet close enough to walk to Duval St. I would highly recommend this house to anyone. The host and property management team were terrific and responsive!
5.0
I love this place very close to everything. Private pool is beautiful. Can’t wait to go back.
5.0
We loved Secret Villa 1! Had a fabulous stay, the house was a little oasis with everything thought about from the check in to the departure. All the little details were there - would stay here again without a second thought!
5.0
Loved this side of the property just as much as the other. Great amenities, wonderful pool and perfect location.
5.0
We have been to Key West yearly. This time we decided to stay in our own Villa instead of a Resort or Hotel, which we also enjoy! But... The Privacy, Location, Cleanliness, Etc. of this Villa made this Year's Trip our Best to Date, we already booked for next year before we left. Then our Hostess Andrea, what can I say, she is Absolutely Amazing, Accommodating and just Pure Class! From the time we arrived until the time we left, Andrea made sure we felt at home and let us know if we needed Anything she was there to help!!!! What can I say, KEY WEST was put on an even Higher Status (which I thought was impossible) after this stay!!!! Can't wait till next year!!!!
5.0
Our second time at the Villas. Already booked for next year. Great location, clean and has everything you need.
Andrea is excellent!!
5.0
Everything was as I expected very clean. Everything was functional
5.0
The reservation process was perfect as well as the host. Communication was top notch with Andrea meeting our party when we arrived. The property was perfect and better then how it was described. This property has an amazing area to have breakfast and dinner while enjoying the outdoors. Speaking of diner while we cooked utilizing the grill and noticed it was low we contacted Andrea and with a blink of an eye she was there with a replacement tank. This property is one of the best that we have stayed at over the past 9 years we have come. Don’t miss out on this property however give me a moment to rebook for next year before you book .
5.0
We loved our stay and cannot wait to return next year! Home and management were fantastic.
5.0
Secret Villa I was exactly as described, immaculately clean, well appointed and very private. The location was fabulous and centrally located. Easy walking to Mallory Square and Southern Most point. From the moment we arrived to the time we left, Andrea was so attentive, accommodating and incredibly pleasant. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
5.0
We loved our stay at the Secret Villa! It's a beautiful property with the most adorable little outdoor pool space and dining area. We appreciated having 3 bedrooms and 3 bedrooms for the 3 couples we stayed with. The home has everything you would need and is a nice quiet space while being a very short walk from Duval and all the excitement of Key West.
5.0
Our group had a great stay at this location! The house is solid, quiet, and super nice. The pool is very private and the location is very centralized without being right in the middle of hustle and bustle. It would be hard to beat this as a home base to explore Key West!
3.0
Great Location, close to Duval Street.
Beds were very hard and uncomfortable, could use a foam pad.
Pillows were flat and useless.
Garbage pick up in the street each monring, very early, 4 am.
Continual air traffice during the day.
Had to clean the pool on arrival before use.
Overall not worth the cost.
5.0
Great property and a great location!
5.0
Stay…you’ll love it.
5.0
It was perfect for three couples. Plenty of room - stocked kitchen - location was great for walking everywhere. We will be back!
5.0
Booked to celebrate a 50th birthday with two other couples. The property was exactly as described, plenty of space, well appointed kitchen, great outdoor areas. The location is better than expected as it’s down a short alley a block back from Duvall, so close to everything but still quiet and secluded (minus the planes overhead but that’s most of KW).
Andrea and Jim (hosts) were helpful and accommodating, couldn’t ask for more. Highly recommended, and we’d book again if we were in the area!!
5.0
This was our third stay at Secret Villa I because it is THE best location in Key West! No need for a car for almost any activity, restaurants and shopping. Andrea, the property manager, was attentative, caring and went out of her way to make our stay enjoyable.
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at this property in key west. Great location and house
5.0
Loved our 2nd stay here. Best location in Key West. A few blocks off Duval and central to both ends. House is clean. Private pool is great and check in and all communication were wonderful
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Key West?
The average price for a rental in Key West is £383 per night. This rental is £762 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Secret Villa I @ Old Town with Private Pool, close to Duval!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Secret Villa I @ Old Town with Private Pool, close to Duval!. Enjoy the water!
Is Secret Villa I @ Old Town with Private Pool, close to Duval! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Secret Villa I @ Old Town with Private Pool, close to Duval!?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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