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Charming, updated home near Duval St. with enclosed patio & walkable location

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Key West, FL
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Duval Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Southernmost Point
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Charming, updated home near Duval St. with enclosed patio & walkable location

The Coral Cove

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Welcome to Julia Whitehead Guest 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 lived 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 St., in the shadow of the lighthouse.

Here, at charming Coral Cove, you’ll find an updated, modern space with colorful, beachy decor. The full kitchen makes it easy to whip up meals or snacks, and you can dine alfresco at the bistro table on your enclosed patio. Spend the day snorkeling at Dry Tortugas National Park, then let the AC splits in each room cool you down. Watch a bit of TV or use the free WiFi to scroll social media, then call it a night in the serene bedroom, with sweet dreams of mermaids and swaying palms in store.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
A booklet inside the apartment features the full story of Julia Whitehead Guest Suites.

Parking notes: Street parking is available on a first-come-first-serve basis; parking is not guaranteed.

This rental is located on floor 1.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

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.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Key West

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Old Town Key West, a neighbourhood in Key West. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Southernmost Point are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park and Florida Keys Beaches. Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory and MLK Community Pool & Community Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Key West, FL

What's nearby

  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Duval Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Southernmost Point - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • South Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mallory Square - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪801 Bourbon Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Moondog Cafe & Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Tavern Key West - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rum Bar at the Speakeasy Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Banana Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, updated home near Duval St. with enclosed patio & walkable location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, updated home near Duval St. with enclosed patio & walkable location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, updated home near Duval St. with enclosed patio & walkable location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming, updated home near Duval St. with enclosed patio & walkable location located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this apartment building is steps away 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

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Trip

Location is prefect. The unit is clean and
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hector M.

A++

Both the location and the room were perfect!! Will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mayra J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Weekend in Key West

Great location, newly, tastefully decorated apartment. Be advised that you need an access code to enter the gate to the property that is different from the apartment code. You can’t get to your unit without it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Faith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Great place to stay for a weekend trip!

My partner and I went down to key west for the weekend and had a LOVELY stay. The location is perfect (walkable to duval as well as the other side of the island) and the home was so clean and comfy. Thank you for having us :)

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Key West

Good location, clean & private
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Rick B.

Needs Blinds and more personal mgmt

Clean and nice location to Duval.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Great Location. Cute, clean and cold AC
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

The Coral Cove - Key West

Excellent Location. Plenty of room. Great homebase to explore Key West.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jose S.

Great Studio

Space was beautiful. Great location. Everything we needed was provided. Updated and kept clean. Only negative would be no assigned parking. Arriving on a Saturday evening was a hassle trying to find parking for almost two hours.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect 2 person key west stay!

My husband and I really enjoyed our trip to Key West and the place was perfect for two! Decor was on point, walkable to Ana's Cuban Cafe for morning coffee, El Siboney for ToGo Cuban sandwiches along our walk to Clarence Beach and to all of the historical sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Joe A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, convenient location

Terrific location—right around the corner from the Duval Loop free bus, and near some of the sights. The cleaning crew had it sparkling. The management company was very attentive when I found I was missing my phone after checkout. Note: there was no dining table, so we had to sit on the sofa and use the little “coffee” tables. Perhaps they have remedied that per our review. There is no dishwasher, but there is a newly done kitchen, and there is no washer and dryer, but we found a laundromat up on Truman that washed, dried, and folded a load of laundry for 10. The remodeled bath is nice—fancy shower! Overall, pleased with the unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David S.

Love love love!

The location is perfect. The decor is perfect. Super clean and organized! Such a great place to stay!

6/10 Okay

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great location but…

This is a very cute unit in a great location. However, a couple of things you should be aware of. 1. The noise from the street and upstairs neighbors was very noticeable. 2. The lack of an assigned parking spot was a problem. It was so hard to find a spot we just didn’t drive the entire time we were there. 3. Even though this is listed as a one bedroom, the door to that bedroom is glass with no curtains. So there isn’t any privacy. Again, we enjoyed the unit, you just just be aware of these items if you intend to book as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

This was a cute little house and was very clean. Be aware if there is someone renting the place above you that you can hear their every step. Other than that would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Pittsburgh

Location was perfect. It was a really cute place. Had to purchase febreeze to cover the mildew/humidity smell in condo. It helped a little. Carpet was really dirty. Only thing that was not up to standard. Honestly, they should just take out carpet because of the smell. Mattress was very uncomfortable. Overall it was not a bad place. Extra dish towels would help if you need to clean dishes. There isn’t a dish washer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Misty P.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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