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Spec. Jan 26-31 --219. lodg + w. 3 night stay close beach

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Terrace/patio
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, offices
Interior
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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Key West, FL
  • Duval Street
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spec. Jan 26-31 --219. lodg + w. 3 night stay close beach

GREAT LOCATION Close to beach and All!
REASONABLE RATES. W. KITCHEN AND PATIO

Come splash in the surf. Come soak up the heat of the Sun. Come feel salt water mist on your skin as you take a sunset sail! Come listen to the beat of the reggae drums. Come feel the loose sand in your feet as you sway to its rhythm. Feel alive and vibrant.
CARPE DIEM!.
You will be staying at Varela Street Retreat. Only a beautiful half-mile walk from the beach.
My place has a full kitchen with full size refrigerator and stove. A complete dining area and a living room/bedroom combination and bathroon. You also have your own large private patio.The 1/2 mile walk straight down the street to the public beach is lovely.
The beach also has a nice small restaurant onsite.
You will love staying in this great location where 90% of the residents are local. They each have an interesting Key West tale to tell and are a very warm, friendly and diverse group. Here you will absorb the ambiance that made Key West what it is today.
Varela St. Retreat is located in historic Old Town away from the bustle on famous Duval Street. It is only half a mile to the closest beach and a 7 minute walk to Duval Street. It is less that one block to the White Street art gallery district, the grocery, the laundry, the largest city park,restaurants, shops, bike rental shop and more.
Go ahead, kick your feet up and make yourself at home! You are about to enter Varela St. Retreat. Here you will meander back a secluded stone pathway to reach your very own private, spacious stone patio complete with lush overhanging tropical vegetation.
A table and chairs and plants
await you. You can dine out and soak up the warm inviting Florida sunshine,chat with your friends or just catch up on some reading. The front room of your apartment is a combination of a full kitchen and a separate dining/office area. The back room has a queen-size bed and a living area complete with a sleeper sofa. The bathroom has a stall shower. The apartment has all new ceramic tile and wood laminate flooring.
Varela St. Retreat offers FREE parking right on the sides of the street in designated areas

Also, ask me about a pool hook up if needed. So please come and make Varela St Retreat your temporary home while away from home!

Keywords: House
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Key West Firehouse Museum. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, patio, and sofa bed
  • Free WiFi
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Duval Street and Florida Keys Beaches

Property manager

Marilyn Henley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free off-site parking
  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Spec. Jan 26-31 --219. lodg + w. 3 night stay close beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 157 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 157 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christine Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location and reasonable price
The good: convenient location, quiet, bed was comfortable, the little patio in the back is nice. The bad: there is no “on site’ parking but we always found parking on the street about a block away, The communication with property manager was a bit strange, she accused us of still being inside the unit a full day after we had check out on time, despite texting her to tell her we had left (an hour before check out)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

william r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Excellent location very clean. Excellent communication with the owner of the accommodations were wonderful. We enjoyed our New Year’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couple Spot
This spot is a good spot for a couple looking for a place that’s quiet but close. The place has everything you need for a stay with a full size stove and fridge, comfortable bed and roomy enough considering you’re out way more than you’d be in. There’s WiFi, AC if hot, a private outside patio area , beach chairs available, and the basic needs to prepare food if you don’t want to go out. It’s close enough to walk to Duval St or the beach. The owner is easy to work with and very communicative. She’s super nice and wants her guests to enjoy her home.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles S.

Small spaces
It is not shown in the photos, but the space that one must squeeze thru in order to get to the toilet is only about 18 inches between the corner of the shower and the lavatory vanity. A large person will not do well in this unit in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Key West
The property is small and dated. It is fine for a young couple, or a small framed couple. If you are elderly you will find it challenging finding street parking, navigating the unleveled walkway on the side of the house down to your unit. I had to carry a lot of heavy items from the street to the back of the unit and it was not easy. Their are tree branches you have to dodge, you can't roll your suitcase, and the ground is uneven. The bathroom is tiny so if you are a larger person you may have issues with the shower and toilet. Again, if you are younger than the unit will work fine for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for stay in Key West
A lovely, typical property located in Old Town area of Key West. Very comfortable stay, quiet ensuring good sleep. Great location and I did everything either by walking or on the bicycle I hired. Excellent communication with host who replied within a couple of hours if not sooner!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kfred3738

Liked: Cleanliness
Our honeymoon spot
This is our second time visiting this location. We came here last year when we got married.. Marilyn is a wonderful host and this place is adorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Key West Disappointment
Manager never sent door code after repeated requests. Neighbor had to help us gain access to the rental. Also, we are senior citizens and the rental was definitely not designed for our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dusty W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fine
Fine, but smaller than anticipated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

james r.

Liked: Cleanliness
OK, place and convenient to old town
The apartment was nice, but we did not have any dish towels to do the dishes. I would recommend a bicycle because it can be a hike to get to DuVall. Good place for the price. It is in need of updating but is an older property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed here for 5 days, 4 nights, and really enjoyed ourselves. The room is comfortable, very quiet, and in a great location. It is very close to some great dining, a couple of convenience stores and other interesting shops, but still has a neighborhood feel. We enjoyed the feeling of privacy, while still being within minutes of anything and everything the island has to offer. Marilyn was very responsive, great host! 5/5
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
One bedroom back unit.
Great location. Host was very easy to communicate with. Tiny bathroom but functional. Would stay again. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ross R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Meets the basic needs
Good location, walkable to most places or a short bike ride or Uber. The property meets the basic needs of a bed, a kitchen and a bathroom. It’s a landing spot in between outings but there is no charm to this space and the bathroom is tiny and sinking. It’s dark with no views. It is super close to a little grocery store. It’s fine if you are going to be out and about most of your time but not a space you want to spend large portions of time relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chasity S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very comfortable bed, excellent location, we were able to ride our bikes everywhere we went. Bathroom is small
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great VRBO with a gracious host!
What a great location! The apartment is close to the heart of Key West and the majority of attractions on the island, so we were able to walk everywhere during our stay. We had a variety of restaurants, grocers, and shops to choose from, and when we were exhausted, it didn't take long to walk back. While the apartment is small, it's perfect for those wishing to not be surrounded by hoards of tourists. Calm, comfortable, and secluded. The back patio was a nice area to enjoy without distractions or excessive noise. Just a note: the bathroom is a tight squeeze, so if you need room to shave or style hair, it can be difficult if one is not flexible. The owner was easily reachable by text or call, and was very responsive if an issue arose. Overall, the VRBO was comfortable to stay at and suited all of our needs for our week-long stay. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank O.

Liked: Cleanliness
3/11 - 3/18 vacation
Excellent location, unit had everything we needed for a relaxing visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a key west getaway
Loved the location! We parked our car outside and didn't use it at all until we left. Duval Street, the beach, and cafes are all in walking distance and the neighborhood is so cute. You can also walk to a golf cart/scooter rental shop to get around the island. We also loved the privacy of the unit. Would absolutely stay here again, such great value!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Key W
Pretty much what we expected, everything you need. Things are very expensive on the island so, could you find fancier, nicer places to stay.....yes, if you want to spend even more money than you are already going to spend. You can find nicer places to stay for 500 dollars a night and top of the line places will cost you a grand (go ahead and look them up) For what we expected,5 stars.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pay attention to extra fees
Our unit was what we expected though the add on extra pricing seems a bit high. I thought I had a great nightly rate and then the extra fees were quite a surprise!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen S., Birdsboro, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Ket West apartment
My husband and I stayed here and it was perfect! It is on a quiet street in a residential area but only a short walk to Duval St and all the tourist locations. This was our first trip to Key West and we were on a budget. The apartment is fairly small, but bigger than an average hotel room and more than met our needs. When you walk in, there is a small but fully functional kitchen to your right with a nice array of plates/utensils/pots. To the left is a small dining area. Straight ahead is a combined living room/bedroom. The bed is tucked into a little alcove between walls so you have to crawl into it from the foot of the bed but we found it to be very comfortable. There is a futon and small TV but we did not use this much. The bathroom/shower is small but fine (might be a squeeze if you are of larger size but I’d equate it with an RV type bathroom). The WiFi is good. The outdoor area is not very scenic but still nice to sit in the morning with a cup of coffee. The surroundings and other units of the house were quiet through our stay. We only took an Uber once the first night (about $10 to Duval) but when we saw how close we were we walked everywhere the rest of our trip. Our walk to Southernmost point one morning took us maybe about a half hour. Good communication with host before and during our stay. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good, quick response to a needed repair.
The owner reported the need for a repair of overhead light/fan the day before our arrival and said that it would have to wait until after we left three days later. I responded that we were not at all happy about this and would appreciate it if she could have the work done before our 4 pm check-in time. We were quite pleased to see that she did indeed have the work done before our arrival. Excellent communications and follow-through in my view! Inside the unit we saw other small things needing repairs. The refrigerator handle fell off because the screws were loose and a floor lamp had a broken plug. Intending to fix these myself, I went to a hardware store and purchased some screws and a plug, but I never got around to it as I got sick and had to be hospitalized on our last day. Overall, we felt that the rental was a good, quality value and was described by the owner correctly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

steward e.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice neighborhood, quiet, grocery store close. Nice bike ride to Duva Street plenty of bike racks.
Nice place to stay. But if you do not like to walk or ride a bike it would not be good for you. Taxi both ways would cost a lot everyday. We rented bikes and road up to Duval and road to FT. Zackery State park and all over the island so it worked out nice for us.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023