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Charming 2nd-story apartment with balcony & lighthouse view - walk everywhere

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Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

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Enjoy the area

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Key West, FL
  • Popular LocationErnest Hemingway Home and Museum2 min walk
  • Popular LocationDuval Street2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouthernmost Point6 min walk
  • AirportKey West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)12 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Charming 2nd-story apartment with balcony & lighthouse view - walk everywhere

Seagrass Suite

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Welcome to Julia Whitehead Lighthouse 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 was living 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, in the shadow of the lighthouse.

Here, in the upstairs Seagrass Suite, enjoy peaceful mornings with coffee on your private balcony, with a view of the Key West Lighthouse. Interior space combines modern updates with antique accent pieces, eclectic art, and cheerful pops of color. The modern, sleek kitchen makes meal prep a breeze and a cozy living room is designed for relaxing at the end of the day. Free WiFi and cable will keep you entertained, or unplug entirely with an evening back out on the balcony, enjoying the stars and the lights of Old Town before bed - another idyllic day in Key West awaits tomorrow.

Things to Know
A booklet inside the apartment features the full story of Julia Whitehead Guest Suites.

Parking notes: No parking available.




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.

City/town permit number: LIC2018-000311/LIC2018-000314
State/province permit number: DWE5404027
County permit number: 25230-136069

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida
Premier Host
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Outdoor space

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.

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 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 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 Florida Keys Beaches and South Beach. 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

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • 801 Bourbon Bar - 5 min walk
  • Rams Head Southernmost - 4 min walk
  • Better Than Sex - 4 min walk
  • Old Town Tavern Key West - 3 min walk
  • Banana Cafe - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2nd-story apartment with balcony & lighthouse view - walk everywhere pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Terrific space. In town for a conference, and this was the perfect spot. Far enough off the main drag so that quiet wasn't an issue, but a short distance to the action. Place was clean and convenient. Very nice to have my own kitchen space. Wonderful little balcony as well. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

Key West Gold
The suite was AMAZING!!! Best place we’ve stayed ever in Florida. It was taken great care of. It was perfect for us. I would 1000x times stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Celine D.

Nice and Quiet
Very well appointed home with comfortable bedding and full kitchen. Would definitely rent again!
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8/10 Good

Domenico C.

Very Nice
Very accommodating to our needs. Decor was very nice and had everything we needed at our disposal. The only thing I would say is it was difficult for the airconditioner to get cold enough to where the bed was situated. It could use another fan up there but it was still very pleasant. The heat was not overbearing

About the host

Hosted by Vacasa of Florida

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English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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