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The Mermaids House - Old Town, Yearly Rental ! Historic Bahama Conch House

The Mermaids House - Old Town, Yearly Rental ! Historic Bahama Conch House

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Front of The Mermaids House
The Mermaids House sign.
Front Porch with 2 chairs and swing.
Front porch with swing to watch the world go by or smoke. Ash tray provided.
Picture in Hallway next to Vintage French  Doors.

Overview of The Mermaids House - Old Town, Yearly Rental ! Historic Bahama Conch House

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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key west, FL
  • Popular LocationDuval Street1 min walk
  • Popular LocationErnest Hemingway Home and Museum3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouthernmost Point10 min walk
  • AirportKey West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)11 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

outdoor shower

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Mermaids House - Old Town, Yearly Rental ! Historic Bahama Conch House

In the heart of the Old Town Historic district of Bahama Village Key West, where life in the old days was very different than it is now, is my Conch home which has not really changed much except on the inside. It is private, fully furnished, very clean, and comfortable well stocked home perfect for a very wonderful Key West experience.

I have restored the house to keep it's history, so it has remained a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a 6 foot claw foot bathtub( Original)/ shower, pedestal sink, outside private shower, high cathedral ceilings, original hardwood floors, 5 foot sash windows, all Dade County pine, outside back deck for dining,bricked in back yard with comfy furniture for lounging under the 145 year old trees, front porch with seating, washer and dryer and central air conditioning and heat.

The main bedroom has a king size bed, the other bedroom has a queen bed and both have unique headboards for reading comfort. There is a view of the Key West Lighthouse from the kitchen and the backyard is tropical and shaded for a long nap on the chaise or hammock.The double back decks are a great place to practice yoga or meditation. Parking in front of my home is private and can fit 1 car and 1 moped. You will be so close to all the action, you do not need a car at all. Walking or biking is the way to see Key West like the locals do. Moped or electric cars are available down the street. If you would like to use my bikes, they are included , there are 4 bikes with lights to use in the yard( you will feel like a local)and the locks are in the baskets to use. The keys are by the front door.

I am looking for the longer term rentals since I do not want a lot of traffic through the house. I would like to retire there some day, so this is not just a business for me, it is my home. She was built in 1865, so she likes good company. We think she was once inhabited by a mermaid that a drunken sailor brought home one night long ago. She still remains in the house to watch over her and protect her.

My Rates are:
January, February and March are $8,000
April and May are $6,500
June, July , August, Sept are $5,500
October , November, December are $7,000
I will prorate and combine these rates depending on the start of the lease.
Cleaning fee is extra and due upon check in of $300.


Keywords: Single Family, Private, Historic Bahama Conch Home, with Fenced in Yard

Property manager

Barbara DeClemente

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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 vacation home 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 South Beach and Florida Keys Beaches. 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.
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key west, FL

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 1 min walk
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 3 min walk
  • South Beach - 9 min walk
  • Southernmost Point - 10 min walk
  • Mallory Square - 17 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • 801 Bourbon Bar - 2 min walk
  • Bourbon Street Pub - 4 min walk
  • Mangoes Restaurant & Island Cuisine - 4 min walk
  • Rams Head Southernmost - 4 min walk
  • DJ's Clam Shack - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mermaids House - Old Town, Yearly Rental ! Historic Bahama Conch House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Our ninth year
We have reviewed the Mermaids House before and all of our reviews have been very positive. Our opinion of the Mermaids House has not changed. Barbara is always making changes that improve an already great property. We love our month in Key West and are planning our trip next year to the Mermaids House. Kdshell Lancaster, PA
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Historic House, Great Location!
Located just a block from Duval Street, this lovingly restored historic property offers comfortable living spaces inside and out. Front porch for watching the world go by, fenced back yard for private relaxing complete with decks, outdoor furniture, hammock and gas grill. Lovely interior with lots of thoughtful touches. Barbara is a friendly and caring owner who really goes the extra mile to make her guests comfortable., too. Highly recommended!
Stayed 26 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pam W., Williamsburg, Virginia

Mermaid Marvel
Cozy, charming, well located, fully equipped conch cottage with super attentive owner. I have reserved a month for next year.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B., Calmar

Absolutely amazing!
Our stay at The Mermaids House could not have been better! Barbara greeted us at the house to show us around when we arrived and we were instantly in love! The house is perfectly equipped with everything you could possibly need and is very large inside with 2 nice bedrooms. Wonderful, large fenced in yard, wonderful front porch and tropical paradise backyard with plenty of places to lounge and a hammock! The location could not have been better, just a 1/2 block off Duval everything was close but it was very peaceful at the house. The claw-foot tub/shower in the bathroom was really nice but we loved the outside shower! The pictures truly don't give it justice and you can tell how much Barbara loves and cares for this home. She was very attentive to our texts while we were there and very easy to work with. I would highly recommend this house to anyone and will definitely stay there on our next trip to Key West!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Oasis off Duval
Each March we have travelled to Key West to escape the Pennsylvania winters and we have been staying at the Mermaid’s House. The Mermaid’s House is a half block from Duval Street but you would never know it. It is a quiet oasis close to but it seems far away from Duval Street. We love the house. It has a historic quality of old Key West but with all of the modern amenities. If one is looking for a place with character this is the place.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Barbara DeClemente

Host profile image
Hello,
I am the one on the left of my famous Key West singer friend. Her name is Camille Russo and she sings Jazz at Virgilio's on Duval Street.We come together at 'The Mermaids House' when I am in town.

Why they chose this property

She wasn't a vacation rental when I bought her. She was like all the other houses on the block. All residential and occupied by the original families who were born and raised in these houses. When I found her she was a mess and run down. I loved the neighborhood of Bahama Village in Old Town, filled with Cuban and Bahamian families and they loved us. Now most of the houses on the street are guest houses and owned by people who never lived on the block. How times have changed. The location of my home makes it an ideal place to see Key West on foot or bicycle.Its really the only way to see Key West. You miss so much any other way.

What makes this property unique

It is a wonderful location in Old Town, walking distance to all major attractions and great restaurants. One half block from Duval Street yet very private and quiet. This is a single family home, not a cookie cutter condo that looks like a real Key West home, this is the real thing. A Conch Home in the best Old Town location.You don't need a car while here so see Key West like the locals do, ride a bike or walk.
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