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Key West Wabi Sabi - Authentic Downtown Cottage w Pool - Steps Off Duval

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Private Backyard Oasis with Swimming Pool
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Open Concept Kitchen and Living Area
King Bedroom with En-Suite Bathroom
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8133 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Key West, FL
  • Duval Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mallory Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Southernmost Point
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Key West Wabi Sabi - Authentic Downtown Cottage w Pool - Steps Off Duval

Key West Wabi Sabi is a quintessential 1930s cottage that embodies the beauty and simplicity of island-life charm. If you’re looking to be in the heart of Old Town yet want your own pool and parking space, 506 Bahama is a perfect choice for your trip. You’ll be right off Duval Street, directly across from Fausto’s Food Palace for groceries and necessities, but tucked away enough for that real vacation recharge. This thoughtfully renovated retreat preserves the home’s original character and vintage Key West vibe while embracing an ideal indoor-outdoor feel. The open-concept great room and kitchen lead seamlessly to a private deck and pool framed by happy foliage and a hand-painted mural. Our guests love making Key West memories here and often rebook Key West Wabi Sabi.

The home offers four bedrooms and sleeps up to 8 people. Each room has its own vibe: a lofted master suite with a king-sized bed, a vintage vanity, a split unit A/C and full bathroom; another large downstairs room with a comfy king bed and full bath; a cozy third bedroom with a trundle bed and a half bath; and a fourth bedroom with another king bed and its own bathroom. The cottage is great for gathering yet offers enough private space for everyone to find their own mid-vacation reprieve if needed.

506 Bahama is a fantastic homebase as you explore the best of Key West. It’s a lovely blend of ease, simplicity, and island charm. Again, the location and thus the walkability of this home really can’t be beat if you’re looking to make the most of the general Duval Street excitement! Come home from an afternoon out and about to enjoy your personal pool with plenty of lounge space, or relax on your classic Key West front porch. We look forward to hosting you and making sure your stay at Key West Wabi Sabi is one you’ll love.
Love the location but need different accommodations? See if our neighboring properties Down Island Digs or Pavillion Villa have what you’re looking for!

Restrictions: Smoke free house. No pets. This home is offered as an exclusive vacation rental in the most requested location in Key West. We do not accept guests less than 25 years of age unless accompanied by a family group or guardian.

PAYMENT: Payment for the rental will be processed outside of VRBO according to the terms of your rental agreement (sent for review upon reservation). Payments by credit card are subject to an additional 2.95% merchant processing fee.

Property manager

VHKW - Vacation Homes of Key West
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

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
This property accepts cash
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 by the sea, this holiday home is in Old Town Key West, a neighbourhood 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. Mel Fisher Maritime Museum and USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum 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 - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mallory Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Southernmost Point - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Green Parrot Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Willie T's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mattheessen's - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Key West Wabi Sabi - Authentic Downtown Cottage w Pool - Steps Off Duval have a pool?

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

Is Key West Wabi Sabi - Authentic Downtown Cottage w Pool - Steps Off Duval pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Key West Wabi Sabi - Authentic Downtown Cottage w Pool - Steps Off Duval?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Key West Wabi Sabi - Authentic Downtown Cottage w Pool - Steps Off Duval?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Key West Wabi Sabi - Authentic Downtown Cottage w Pool - Steps Off Duval located?

Located in Old Town Key West, this holiday home is steps away from San Carlos Institute - Casa Cuba and Duval Street. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Florida Keys Beaches are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fred K.

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

Key west off Duval street

Home was in excellent location and as described. Back yard / pool area was perfect. Grocery store is across the street
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis H.

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

Great location!

Best location yet when staying in a house. Grocery right across the street was a plus for sure. Very roomy even with 8 of us. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Perfect!

Key West Wabi Sabi was perfect for our family group of 7 adults. Clean and well equipped with everything we needed. Convenient location just off Duvall Street. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

2nd Key West Trip

We all three loved this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

tony m.

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

Close

Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Great home and location

This home is in a great locatioon and pool was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

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

Private retreat

Cute, comfy home with Old Key West character. Very clean and well appointed. The home and fenced pool area is quiet/secluded even though it’s just a block from Duval. Has a washer/dryer, gas grill and beds are comfortable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James Z.

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

Wabi Sabi

Enjoyed our stay at this very convenient location and comfortable, well equipped house. Parking spot was a big plus!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Z.

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

Close to the action but private

Loved the location of this property. Bonus to have a grocery store across the street. Owners were very responsive. Pool is small but good for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Roger A.

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

Great location in Key West

The location of the property is wonderful ! The house is a bit chopped up with the connecting bedrooms. Lovely backyard!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kris V.

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

Wabi Sabi Key West

The house is in a great location. Within walking distance to Duval Street, Mallory Square and the marinas and restaurants. Everyone in our party loved their rooms and found it very comfortable. The house is also very well equipped with whatever you might need. My only issue was the shower in back bedroom and bathroom didn’t get hot. Literally every shower was ice cold. I contacted host but didn’t get response until our stay was almost up. They said the shower faucet was finicky. But I tried everything and could not get it to be hot. The weather was pretty warm when we were there so it wasn’t terrible but still would have liked a hot shower. All the other bathrooms worked fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Great location

Great place at a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna P.

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

Fantastic time in Key West!

Everything about the property that we rented was top notch. Location, cleanliness, access. It could not have been better! We plan to come back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Cousins Trip

Eight adults who had a wonderful time at the property and exploring Old Key West for a week!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Perfect Location!

This home was perfect for our vacation! We chose Wabi-Sabi because of the number of bedrooms and bathrooms. As a party of 4 couples it was important for everyone to have their own space. Secondly, the location sold the home. It was 1 block from the center of Duval St which made walking everywhere a breeze! We happened to visit during a heat wave so the pool was a lifesaver. Overall, Wabi-Sabi met all of our needs and was very comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W., Advance

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

Just off Duvall

Cute Key West style home close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck w.

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

Great house, close to Old Town Key West!

Great house for 3 couples, close to Old Town Key West!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Holly w.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Ants

Overall the property was great!! BUT right off the bat there were ants all over the kitchen counter, stove, sink, etc. No where else really - just the food area. There was a note that said - pests are common in the tropics and no refunds for pests. It specifically named ants. Perfect... UGH.. In less than a minute - I could see the problem - it was obvious that there was food and grease etc along the stove and counter. So, we pulled out the stove -- GROSS!! Seriously - I'm sure it has not been cleaned in forever. OBVIOUSLY you are going to have an ant problem if you NEVER clean the side of the stove, under it or behind it. It was frustrating because it is so dumb and avoidable!! Just a gross way to start a vacay!! So we bought all kinds of ant baits - put them everywhere and never cooked anything cuz... I didn't trust anything to be clean. Sad really - cuz it really is a cute little house and setup!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

Best location in key west

Perfect spot. Great location to Duval street. No need for car. We walked everywhere. Super clean. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra P.

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

Great Location

Location of this rental is great, short walk to Duval and conveniently located next to a local market/deli. We had plenty of room for 7 adults and overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Excellent

Perfect location!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Property is generally as listed. Very convenient to most of downtown but far enough away to not keep you up. We cooked out one night on the grill, but sadly I think the grill is one it's last days. If looking some place where you can do some cookouts ask if the grill has been replaced. Great stay and had the fun we were looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Friends Vacation

The property was very clean and presented as listed. The location was awesome. The house management was quick to help with two problems we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly H.

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

Excellent location!

The location of this property is right in the heart of Key West which makes for an easy walk to nearly all of the great local attractions. The pool was perfect for lounging and cooling off. The property could use some minor upgrades. If you love historic Key West properties, this is for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany Y.

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

Amazing property

We came with friends to enjoy the Rokisland fest and absolutely loved this property and enjoyed having our own pool.. The only thing that I would recommend to change would’ve the couch, it wasn’t very comfortable but the outside area totally makes up for it!! We definitely enjoyed our stay and would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

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