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

Key West, Florida
$275 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
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Bath 1

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Sleep 2

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Night 1 nights

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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.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 500 Sq Ft (47 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony
  • BATHROOMS

    Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Golfing On Site Parasailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Hospital Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Concierge Services
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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Review Review

  • Michael

    Submitted Nov 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Clean room nice staff

  • David L.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2025

    Stayed Apr 13, 2025

    This property is perfect for a single person or couple who are visiting Key West for a few days or so. Everything I could need was in the unit, and it’s right off both Duval and White Streets, making it close to great restaurants and shops. People over 6’ in height may find the bedroom area a bit too cramped due to the low ceiling, and please note there is no dishwasher, dryer or laundry machine in the unit. Still, I would happily rent this property again!

  • Paul M.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Clean place.

  • Tolan R.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2024

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    The apartment was awesome. Very clean, well stocked and great location. Close to Duvall St., restaurants, beach and shops!!

  • Josh P.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    I visit Key West often. Place was great. Had a great Key West feel and plenty of privacy. I will definitely stay here again. Super clean and nice. Bathroom shower is awesome!

  • Ron and Jo H.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    The decor was adorable, the bed was so comfortable. A/C kept us nice and cool. The kitchen and bathroom were so nice, and the shower was super cool. We were close to everything. We also discovered that the free “Duval loop”. bus stop was across the street, great way to get around. We would stay again anytime!

  • Noah S.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2024

    Stayed Jun 5, 2024

    Had a difficult time with the property - we were very excited to stay here for our honeymoon. But unfortunately the in-room AC did not properly cool the bedroom area (20 degree difference as reported by maintenance) and so we slept on the pull out couch. We were disappointed to discover multiple cockroaches in the kitchen, as well as cracked glassware. We only discovered this after pouring a beverage to only have it flow out the sides. Our last straw was when the bathroom sink leaked directly over our toiletries in the only storage available in the bathroom. We decided to check out early and move to an available hotel nearby after we spoke with the property office and they did not offer alternatives, as to save our honeymoon. We were told that a property manager would connect with us before we checked out, however we have still not received contact despite reaching out to them directly multiple times.

  • Steven W.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Decor and proximity to everything was great! Very clean and comfortable!

  • John B.

    Submitted Jan 22, 2024

    Stayed Jan 7, 2024

    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.

  • Abby C.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2023

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Walking distance to main strip and very centrally located!

  • Kathryn D.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2023

    Stayed Sep 26, 2023

    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.

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$275+
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