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Key West Oasis, Seperate Cottage, Very Private Pool and Back Yard

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Live Like a Local & Experience True Key West Living!
Very private backyard area.
Pool
Pool
The KWO Kitchen was fully renovated in November 2019.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Key West, FL
  • Duval Street
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • South Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Southernmost Point
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Cottage King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Main House Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Cottage Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main House Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Key West Oasis, Seperate Cottage, Very Private Pool and Back Yard

Please Note: Key West Oasis is NOT suitable for families with young children, as the 2nd bedroom is not attached to the main house - it is in a back cottage, separated by a pool. On the other hand, this is the perfect layout for two couples or families with older children, as this setup offers much more privacy.

Key West Oasis is a private two bedroom/two bath rental house ideally located in Charming Old Town, Key West, Florida, close to Duval street, great restaurants, bars and the beach.

This 1906 'cigar maker's cottage' has been newly renovated into a stylish Key West retreat. The house features an open floor plan with original Dade County pine walls and ceilings. The main house has hard wood flooring throughout and houses the master suite, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen and the living and dining area. Inside the house are all the comforts of home, with every room providing its own unique feel.

Three sets of French doors lead from the living and dining area onto your own private lanai and pool area. Bask in the sun and listen to the tranquil sounds of falling water, which is the backdrop of the heated pool. Tropical plants and flowers are abundant and offer complete privacy for guests. The back gardens and pool area were designed to create a calming effect, which pervades the mind, body and spirit.

The detached cottage offers a 2nd bedroom and bath with a private open-air shower – what better way to enjoy your morning shower than amidst flowering bougainvillea trees! The cottage also features 20 ft vaulted ceilings and two sets of French doors which open to the garden and pool area. Guests tell us they love having the detached cottage, as it offers couples traveling together much more privacy.

Key West Oasis is located in the historic Old Town district, close to restaurants, bars, Duval Street etc. To give you an idea of what is located around the house, check out the distance to the following:

The Bike Shop Rentals, Famous Sandy's Café, and Faustos Supermarket, 1 block
Shakti Yoga, Key West Cakes Bakery, The Local BUtcher & Market - 1.5 blocks
Liquor/beer store, 2 blocks
El Siboney Cuban Restaurant, 4 blocks
Key West Cemetery, 3 blocks
Duval Street, 8 blocks
Higgs Beach, 9 blocks
Key West Bight Marina, 10 blocks

Property manager

Kim Gilbert
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
NOT BEST FOR YOUNG CHILDREN - Read why below...
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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
Please note that KWO is NOT suitable for families with young children - the 2nd bedroom is in a separate detached cottage.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Key West

Located near the beach, this holiday home 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

  • Duval Street - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Southernmost Point - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Smathers Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salute! On The Beach - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sandy's Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Siboney Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Island Restaurant - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Key West Oasis, Seperate Cottage, Very Private Pool and Back Yard have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Key West Oasis, Seperate Cottage, Very Private Pool and Back Yard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Key West Oasis, Seperate Cottage, Very Private Pool and Back Yard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Key West Oasis, Seperate Cottage, Very Private Pool and Back Yard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Key West Oasis, Seperate Cottage, Very Private Pool and Back Yard located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Key West Firehouse Museum, Duval Street and Florida Keys Beaches. Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park and South Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Fantastic, clean and beautiful property!

We LOVED it! The backyard is so private. The pool is beautiful. The property is so clean. I cannot say enough good things!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful home..loved the pool. Close to everything 6 - 8 min drive to almost everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine c.

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

Great Property!

Key West Oasis was nothing short of perfect! We had one little maintenance hiccup on day one. But not to worry- It was taken care of IMMEDIATELY! The service and communication were spot on! the property was immaculately clean. The main area of Duval Street was about 8-9 blocks away. So very convenient. We would definately stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy A.

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

Amazing

Had such a great time at this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

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

Great place to stay

Property was just as it was listed. It was clean and very well maintained and the location was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Fantastic getaway

Property was absolutely beautiful!!!!! Kim was the greatest host ever!!! Would definitely book again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Great house!

Kim (owner) and Gary (property manager) we’re very kind and helpful. The two houses were great since we had two couples and the pool was awesome! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather A., Warrenton VA

Wonderful!

Really nice decor and location. Highly recommend to anyone that wants to have a piece of paradise at their fingertips.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Perfect location

Location was absolutely perfect and the house was amazing. Perfect for 2 couples. The pool and patio were wonderful and very private in spite of being so close to the neighbors. Will for sure return to this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

joseph t.

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

Perfect getaway

The property is beautiful. It was perfect for our family. Our two daughters had their own space in the cottage while we were able to congregate as a family around the pool or in the main house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

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

Once in a lifetime trip

We had an incredible time! The private pool was outstanding. If you do not mind a short walk you are blocks away from Duval. We had on and off weather but access to our own private pool made the trip.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

A paradise like no other.

We love this house so much and appreciate all the help and support of Gary and owner Kim. The pool was wonderful as always. We are always transported when we get to stay at KWO. Thank you so much, we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tony K.

True Oasis!

The name perfectly describes this space, an OASIS. When coming back here from the busy Duvaul Street it is a welcoming pleasure to relax in the pool and unwind with soft sounds of the waterfall while enjoying the lush greenery. Will be staying here again!

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

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

Great place to stay in Key West!!!!!

This was a very nice house with everything you needed. Location was perfect - fat enough from the noise and tourist areas but close enough to walk wherever you wanted to go. Very clean and well-stocked. I would highly recommend KWO. I have been to Key West many times and this was by far the best stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Perfect place for us

We loved the location. The property was gorgeous. Wonderful pool. Kitchen ideal. Great communication with Gary the whole time we were there. Kim checked in to make sure everything was great. And IT WAS!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jose K., Indianapolis

Fantastic vacation home!

Everything about this vacation home is top shelf! We loved the beautiful décor, well appointed kitchen and comfortable bedrooms--we had everything we needed for a GREAT week in Key West. We loved the quiet street, yet within a 5 minute walk of a small grocery store, restaurants and liquor store. The patio and pool are absolutely stunning--on most days of our week we opted to stay in and enjoy drinks poolside vs. heading out to the fun that brought us to Key West in the first place! We enjoyed this home so much that we booked it for next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jerry p.

Paradise Found!

KWO is truly paradise. The house is amazing. The pool is to die for. Kim was wonderful to work with. The house is convenient for the grocery store and the all important Old Town liquor store. Just a short walk to all the major parts of town. We loved staying here and we will be back. Thank you Kim for sharing your amazing house.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

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

Wonderful and Relaxing

The property is exactly as described and as illustrated by online photos. All the other online reviews confirm that this place is simply wonderful, clean and perfect for couples. We spent most of our time enjoying the secluded pool and patio. The owner was accommodating and responsive. The property manager was prompt and a pleasure to meet with upon our arrival. Our stay was relaxing and everything we hoped for. We would absolutely consider staying at KWO again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Debra J.

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

Happy family get away

My husband and I joined our son (US Navy) and daughter-in-law for a workweek get away. Arrived on Monday afternoon and departed Saturday morning. Everything was cozy and comfortable. Cooking was easy and lots of room to rest, play cards, enjoy sips by the pool and just relax. Nice place to spend family time with each couple having their own private space. Would do again, but a different time of year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L., Oscar, Louisiana, United States

An oasis in paradise!

Key West Oasis is truly that --- an oasis! The place was beautiful, peaceful and a wonderful place to get away. We were traveling with another couple, so the separate cottage was perfect. Everything was great from the beginning of planning our trip. Kim is wonderful to work with and Gary is absolutely a great host upon arrival. He was very helpful in informing us of nearby conveniences and recommending some great restaurants. Oasis made our stay extra special, and we will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Alan S., Clearwater, Florida

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

Wonderful

What a great home to stay in while you’re enjoying Key West. Looks just like the pictures you see on the website. Very clean, very charming. Great kitchen, we cooked dinner every night there. Neat quiet neighborhood if you enjoy sleeping at night lol! Still close to town. My favorite bar, Don’s dive bar right around the corner. Please don’t hesitate to book this property. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Paradise Found

We recently returned from seven glorious days at the Key West Oasis. The property is beautiful and truly felt like our home away from home. The decorating touches are perfect and reflect the fun, carefree and colorful attitude that is Key West. We especially loved the pool and lanai areas, and the cottage in back with the outdoor shower. The kitchen is well-equipped beyond the essentials and the gas grill was put to good use. The Key West Oasis lives up to the pictures we saw online. We have already recommended the property to friends and we will return.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K., Lubbock, USA

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

Perfect house!!

Stunning home in a quiet neighborhood that is within walking distance to most everything or just a short bike ride. The house is stocked with all necessities and more! The only issue with the house is it is too nice. We didn't want to leave. 🙂
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William H., Atlanta

Surpassed all expectations and is truly an "Oasis"

With nearly a year of planning, we had worked up high expectations for our Key West vacation. Stepping in the door, and being immediatly greeted by the local homeowner's representative; we knew that we were in paradise. The upscale, island decor both indoors and outdoors. The private spa like pool with all the amenities, led to days of relaxation. This has truly earned its cottage name, "Key West Oasis". Thank you for the great memories. We WILL be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Perfection!

My husband and I had a fabulous stay at Key West Oasis! The house is beautiful in every detail and the pool area is divine! A serene retreat after a busy day seeing the sights and shopping. Kim is great to work with.... totally professional and welcoming. Gary greets you upon arrival and is a super nice guy as well a great resource! We chose this property based on the reviews and let me tell you, they are all true. The only thing you won't like about this place is leaving! We are already looking forward to our next visit!

About the host

Hosted by Kim Gilbert

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Our names are Kim and Ron Gilbert and we currently reside near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ron is in the hospitality business and manages hotels and restaurants/bars throughout the US and I am in marketing and advertising business.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this home in December of 2012 and have renovated and completely redecorated it into a stylish Key West Retreat.

Key West Oasis is a licensed transient rental property.

What makes this property unique

The home has a separate detached cottage with 2nd bedroom and bath - perfect for couples traveling together, as it offers so much more privacy. The house also has an amazing pool with lush tropical gardens - very private!

Languages:

English

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