Architect's Personal Residence, Private Pool, 1 Blk. to Duval
House in Key West, FL
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
Completed in 1992, this two bedroom two bath home was designed by a local architect for the relaxed Key West tropical lifestyle. Located on a quiet old town street only one block from Upper Duval Street and Truman Avenue, it offers off-street parking, easy walking/biking to Key West’s finest dining, shopping, attractions, and the beach at Fort Taylor State Park.
The one and a half story living space has nine french doors opening onto a private courtyard with a solar-heated pool and spa. High ceilings with multiple skylights, pickled pine wooden walls, casual furniture and the colorful hues of the Caribbean create a space that is both soothing and stimulating. Both bedrooms have tile floors and double french doors opening onto the courtyard and reflect the island's maritime influence with built-in furniture and storage areas. Besides the spectacular indoor shower, there is a small private deck with an outdoor shower for the truly native experience. The site plan is similar to a courtyard home. The bedrooms are in a separate building from the living space. The pool and spa are totally private and you share no space with anyone.
Maximum accommodation is six persons. There is a king size bed in the Master bedroom, a queen size bed in the second bedroom and queen sofa bed in the living area. The living room and bedrooms have smart tvs.
Payments, less credit card costs, are fully refundable with 30 days notice prior to day of scheduled check-in. Payments within 30 days are non-refundable, however, if you cancel your reservation within the 30-day period, you will receive a credit that can be applied to another stay within one year of the original reservation.
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The one and a half story living space has nine french doors opening onto a private courtyard with a solar-heated pool and spa. High ceilings with multiple skylights, pickled pine wooden walls, casual furniture and the colorful hues of the Caribbean create a space that is both soothing and stimulating. Both bedrooms have tile floors and double french doors opening onto the courtyard and reflect the island's maritime influence with built-in furniture and storage areas. Besides the spectacular indoor shower, there is a small private deck with an outdoor shower for the truly native experience. The site plan is similar to a courtyard home. The bedrooms are in a separate building from the living space. The pool and spa are totally private and you share no space with anyone.
Maximum accommodation is six persons. There is a king size bed in the Master bedroom, a queen size bed in the second bedroom and queen sofa bed in the living area. The living room and bedrooms have smart tvs.
Payments, less credit card costs, are fully refundable with 30 days notice prior to day of scheduled check-in. Payments within 30 days are non-refundable, however, if you cancel your reservation within the 30-day period, you will receive a credit that can be applied to another stay within one year of the original reservation.
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Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Family friendly
Map of Key West, FL
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
This rental property is perfectly situated in Key West. We walked to almost everything we did. The best part was the center courtyard with your own private swimming pool. It was a welcoming oasis at the end of each day.
Our host was very easy to reach and deal with. I highly recommend staying here
5.0 / 5.0
When arriving to this house we were pleasantly surprised at how clean and comfortable it felt. The property owner was prompt with communication and the VRBO description and photos were accurate. I would highly recommend staying at this home. It is centrally located allowing us walk to pretty much everything we wanted to see on Key West.
It is in the heart of the town of Key West. Roads are small and parking spots are small and tight. At first we were a little unsure if we would be able to fit our oversized van in the parking spot but after navigating we were successful.
Great property!
5.0 / 5.0
This house was centrally located to everything we wanted to do. Pool was great! Property was clean and we had all of the kitchen items etc.we needed. Would stay again if I come back.
5.0 / 5.0
Steps from Duval St this place is in the perfect location to enjoy all of key west on foot. The pool is spectacular, the beds are comfortable, and the AC is cold. We’ve stayed here multiple times and it won’t be our last.
5.0 / 5.0
As it is located in the Truma Ave./Duval St. area it may seem like it's far from the "famous" bars, but it's really not. And it is closer to some of Key West's best restaurants and bars like 915, Banana Cafe, 7 Fish, Better Than Sex, Santiago's Bodega, Blue Heaven, Mangoes, The Rum Bar, Viva, and others; this quaint two bed, two bath home with pool is perfect but not fancy. It's a bit dated but interesting and the owner is responsive. The pool & spa appears larger in the photos, but it really is the perfect size and saved us from the mid-day July heat. You enter into the main part of the house with living area, kitchen and the first full bathroom. This part looks out onto the pool and deck, and a separate building where the two bedrooms and the second bathroom is. This second bathroom is split with toilet and sink in one area and the shower in another. Having the bedrooms in a separate building really worked great for us as the first ones up and the last ones to sleep didn't bother those sleeping at all. You get one dedicated parking space which was large enough for my crew cab pickup. Additional on-street parking is available but not guaranteed. We'd stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Property is in a perfect location, very quiet, super clean and comfortable. Great communication by owner and staff. We enjoyed our stay and loved the pool!
5.0 / 5.0
I was very impressed with this cottage. The unique design allowed a tremendous amount of privacy for my family members. Convenient location for all our activities and a welcomed spot for our rest periods. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your beautifully designed cottage. We will be back!!
5.0 / 5.0
The stay was great. Way ahead of my check in time the owner communicated and shared detailed instructions on how to use everything at the house. The house was super clean and comfortable. I will be booking again in the future! I loved the layout and the pool was amazing.
5.0 / 5.0
Great place to stay, so relaxing and close to downtown. We walked everywhere!! Recommend this property highly!!
5.0 / 5.0
The owner is quick to respond and the location of this property can’t be beat
4.0 / 5.0
---for this to be one special house. We had a few electrical issues which is probably an easy fix, but the house itself needs a face lift. It could definitely use a paint job, new mattresses, pillows, linens and bedspreads. The front bathroom needs a bit of work, and marking the step down to the toilet in the back house would be helpful.
With all that said, none of it is a reason not to stay here. The location and layout for max 4 ppl is great, just don't expect a deluxe experience. Key West is awesome, and most of your time is spent out of the house anyway.
5.0 / 5.0
Location, location location! WE LOVED our stay!
The unique layout was wonderful.
It was an easy walk to Hemingway House for our wedding. House was clean, beds were comfortable. House is in good condition and any wear just adds to the charm of a stay in Key West. I was surprised by some folks who complained about their experience with this property. We encountered zero problems and would stay here again. Perfection!
3.0 / 5.0
Property was in a perfect location. Very much enjoyed our stay. The property does need some TLC. Blinds broken, bed linen and mattresses need to be updated. We only stayed 3 nights so wasn’t a huge issue. Living area was in good shape. Issues with the hot tub but owner tried his best to help us. Wasn’t an issue either bc we didn’t have much time to spend in the hot tub/pool. Owner and cleaning service was very easy to communicate with! Very prompt !! Would stay there again !
3.0 / 5.0
Place definitely needs work, missing blind slates on doors and windows. My sisters hung up sheets to because the lack of privacy made them nervous. Only used the pool once, directions were confusing. Owner is trying to get me for a broken table nearly a month after we stayed there, when others came in the night we left. And I am sure more besides that! Nice that it has the space for all of us and good location, but a little money in this place would go a long way.
4.0 / 5.0
The cottage is in an ideal location for walking to restaurants and attractions. We loved the pool and spa!
The only things I would have liked to be better were the water pressure in the kitchen sink and more comfortable seating in the living room. Overall our stay was a wonderful Key West experience.
4.0 / 5.0
We have stayed here a few times before and have always enjoyed it. Our last stay was quite a few years ago, and it was sad to see the effects of aging this time around. The patio chairs in the pictures appear to be the same ones they had the first time we were here and they are in bad shape. One of them is in front of the house because it has broken which doesn't bode well for a first impression when arriving. Quite a few of the deck boards are cracked in the middle. They are still safe to walk on, it was just the appearance. We love this property. It holds so many memories for us. We would not hesitate to stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect location for walking in Key West. Easy walks to the Harbor for fresh seafood, Truman White House, Hemingway House and very close to Duval Street. Daily trip to Cuban Coffee Queen in Key Lime Square was great. The house is really two houses with living room, bath and Kitchen on one side of the pool and spa, 2 bedrooms and bath on opposite side. Pool was awesome at 95 degrees! Great to have onsite laundry as well. 2 smart TVs was nice. Very quiet and private- only crowing roosters to wake you as everywhere in KW! Perfect for our needs on this trip.
5.0 / 5.0
Great house. As described. Never got internet code but was kind of happy about that. If you rent bring a portable speaker with you.
5.0 / 5.0
The house was perfect to spend 4 days in Key West with longtime friends. We rented bikes from down the street, the location was great, having the pool to hangout was amazing and the house overall was very comfortable.
3.0 / 5.0
Property is in a great location, just off Duvall street. Pool is great, except for the sawdust that blows in daily from construction next door. Very tight parking, even in the small driveway because of all the construction vehicles. We had a nice stay because of the location of the home.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a very nice time. Having the pool was awesome.
3.0 / 5.0
Unfortunately, the pictures and price point do not accurately depict the condition & quality of this property.
We expected moderately comfortable accommodations in good condition, well-located for walking to Duval and surrounding sites. The location was very good, but the home was in dire need of maintenance, with several items impacting the quality & value of our stay.
Several bathroom fixtures were corroded, broken or missing entirely. The back door handles were not in good operational condition (and the sliding doors to the deck were all screwed shut, allowing only a single door for access). The grill was rusted through & uneven, with a broken handle & missing wheels. The decking in the pool area had significant structural rot, creating tripping hazards. The exterior doors to the bedrooms were missing seals entirely, leaving finger width gaps for mosquitos etc. Window units in the bedrooms were haphazardly installed, creating more visible gaps to the outside.
There were also several odd factors that impact the overall comfort and appeal of the property. Nearly a dozen cabinets, drawers, closets etc are locked/screwed shut with a "Owner's property" label. There's an inaccessible loft with a pile of junk visible from the living room. The living room doesnt have comfortable seating for 4 adults & needs two very loud window units running at full power to keep temps down. The hot tub is oddly activated by a "bike pump" sticking 6in out the deck.
Save your money & avoid.
4.0 / 5.0
Everything was great except the parking situation. However, this is not the property owners issue as there is clearly a drive / parking for this home. The issue is the neighbors, construction crew building a home next door. They blocked the drive/street making exiting and entering the space very difficult. Construction crew was noisy all day but we stayed out so wasn’t really an issue unless we were trying to get a little rest midday. Again, not the fault of property or property owner but just the nature of Key West! Overall this home was beautiful and uniquely designed. We had a great time!!
5.0 / 5.0
This place is centrally located amongst all the action key west has to offer. My wife and I walked everywhere. The pool is a great place to cool off during the day or at night when you get home. The air was ice cold and the beds were very comfortable. Communication with the owner was a breeze. I will definitely be booking this location again.
5.0 / 5.0
This house is just wonderful. So is the owner, who made it very easy to enjoy our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
We all loved this place. Friends that stayed at a very nice hotel said they wish they rented this place. It just feels like home. Very neat and clean.
The owner was very nice, always helpful and available. The pool and hot tub was very refreshing. The kitchen is nice and has all the utensils you need. I just can't say enough nice things about this home. Great location, everything you need is within walking distance and Duval is only a block away.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect spot on quiet street, 0.5 blocks from Duval. Owner was quick to respond. I felt like I was Jimmy Buffett for the week. :)
5.0 / 5.0
We enjoyed our visit so much! The house is set up so well with a separate entertaining area from the bedrooms! The location is perfect and of course the pool was the highlight!! David was so helpful and responsive. We will definitely return.
5.0 / 5.0
This was a great vacation home and the perfect place for a relaxing Key West getaway. The kitchen and main living space were comfortable and spacious. We really enjoyed the pool and patio area between the main house and guest rooms. The location offered everything we wanted. It was private yet within walking distance to all of the fun Key West attractions. David was a wonderful host and quickly responded to our questions. We would definitely come back. It was a perfect Key West vacation!
5.0 / 5.0
This is the perfect location to walk to everywhere. Klarice the property manager is very nice and accommodating.
5.0 / 5.0
Our host went above & beyond to accommodate our needs. This architecturally inviting property was beautiful with all of the windows, & the pool was a welcome site at the end of the day. Thank you for letting us enjoy your oasis!
5.0 / 5.0
Communication whith the owner and the property manager was great. The house is located perfectly for Duval street walks. We spent time in the pool every morning and evening. The house itself was perfect for us (two couples). Kitchen and living area seperate from the bedrooms (pool in the middle) all were very clean and had everything we needed. A great rental!
5.0 / 5.0
We stayed here for 3 nights and enjoyed our stay. The set up of the house was great. The location was perfect. Just a short walk from Duval street but in a very quiet area.
5.0 / 5.0
Location was excellent with only a couple minutes to Duval St. When Duval St was party city this place was a haven of peace and quiet. Having our own pool and spa was great for relaxation. We had a few short requests from the Host and he was prompt and helpful. While there are a few outside repairs that would enhance the property we would certainly return for another visit.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent, quiet location. Awesome to have the pool to relax in after a day of sight seeing, etc
4.0 / 5.0
Overall we enjoyed this property. Great location, nice pool. The owner was responsive.
The sofa bed should be replaced though.
Hope to stay there again
5.0 / 5.0
This was a great location and the house was set up well
5.0 / 5.0
This property was perfect for a long weekend spent with friends in Key West. We loved having the pool and hot tub at the house. I did have a couple of questions for the property owner but he was very quick to respond and help out. We would definitely stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Loves the location-close to Duval but quiet! Our pool was great! Any issues we had David promptly responded to. Would definitely stay here again!
5.0 / 5.0
Visiting for the Key West Half-Marathon and chose this location for its access to Duval street and relative short walk to pretty much all the sightseeing snd shops. The host was very helpful and when walking was too much then there were plenty of scooter rentals or Uber/Lyft
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Key West?
The average price for a rental in Key West is $530 per night. This rental is $207 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Architect's Personal Residence, Private Pool, 1 Blk. to Duval. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Architect's Personal Residence, Private Pool, 1 Blk. to Duval. Enjoy the water!
Is Architect's Personal Residence, Private Pool, 1 Blk. to Duval pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Architect's Personal Residence, Private Pool, 1 Blk. to Duval?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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