Charming, updated home near Duval St. with enclosed patio & walkable location

Key West, Florida
$292 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 Guest 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 lived 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 St., in the shadow of the lighthouse.

Here, at charming Coral Cove, you'll find an updated, modern space with colorful, beachy decor. The full kitchen makes it easy to whip up meals or snacks, and you can dine alfresco at the bistro table on your enclosed patio. Spend the day snorkeling at Dry Tortugas National Park, then let the AC splits in each room cool you down. Watch a bit of TV or use the free WiFi to scroll social media, then call it a night in the serene bedroom, with sweet dreams of mermaids and swaying palms in store.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by the good neighborpolicy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
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: 400 Sq Ft (37 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • BATHROOMS

    Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Wildlife And Game Walks 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

  • Alyssa L.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    Best VRBO art and shower experience! We did not receive gate code which is different than door but once we got in it was a fantastic place.

  • Zachary D.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Solid location

  • Lawrence B.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 11, 2025

    Confusion after arrival - got there a few hours early but said we couldn’t check in yet. Came back later, an hour before check-in and still was told couldn’t check-in even though we went to property and looked like no activity. Office manager walked with us to place but couldn’t get in using our given code or one he said was an override. Finally maintenance manager came and said wrong code was given and we finally got in with new code he gave us - 30 minutes after check-in time. After this frustrating check-in, everything else with the stay was great.

  • Andrea B.

    Submitted May 23, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    Amazing location. Near everything but far enough you don't get the noise. Clean and inviting. I would rebook in a heart beat!! The only thing I would add would be outdoor hooks to dry towels.

  • Evelyn

    Submitted Apr 25, 2025

    Stayed Apr 21, 2025

    Very clean and renovated space that was close to many Key West attractions. But, still very quiet and away from main street. Bed was comfortable and place was roomy.

  • Andreas N.

    Submitted Apr 23, 2025

    Stayed Apr 9, 2025

    The good:- This is a prime location, and the unit had pretty much everything we needed.- It is very nicely remodeled.- Bed was very comfortable.- Kitchen was well stocked.- Bathroom was very nice.The bad:- The unit had a musty/weird smell.- Even though we were there in April, where it is generally not too humid, nothing ever dried (Swimsuits, bath towels etc).- There are not enough towel bars.- It is small and there is no place to eat, except in front of the TV.

  • Craig G.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    The property is very clean, recently remodeled and very comfortable. Nicest shower I’ve ever seen!The only surprise was no small table and chairs inside. A small one would be handy to go with the nice kitchen. there is a table and chairs on the porch which worked ok as the weather was perfect. Bed was comfortable and the place was just right.

  • Mark R.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2025

    Stayed Mar 1, 2025

    This is a very cute unit in a great location. However, a couple of things you should be aware of. 1. The noise from the street and upstairs neighbors was very noticeable. 2. The lack of an assigned parking spot was a problem. It was so hard to find a spot we just didn’t drive the entire time we were there. 3. Even though this is listed as a one bedroom, the door to that bedroom is glass with no curtains. So there isn’t any privacy. Again, we enjoyed the unit, you just just be aware of these items if you intend to book as well.

  • Mayra J.

    Submitted Feb 20, 2025

    Stayed Feb 17, 2025

    Great location, newly, tastefully decorated apartment. Be advised that you need an access code to enter the gate to the property that is different from the apartment code. You can’t get to your unit without it!

  • Joe A.

    Submitted Feb 6, 2025

    Stayed Jan 19, 2025

    Terrific location—right around the corner from the Duval Loop free bus, and near some of the sights. The cleaning crew had it sparkling. The management company was very attentive when I found I was missing my phone after checkout. Note: there was no dining table, so we had to sit on the sofa and use the little “coffee” tables. Perhaps they have remedied that per our review. There is no dishwasher, but there is a newly done kitchen, and there is no washer and dryer, but we found a laundromat up on Truman that washed, dried, and folded a load of laundry for 10. The remodeled bath is nice—fancy shower! Overall, pleased with the unit.

  • Stephanie B.

    Submitted Jan 28, 2025

    Stayed Jan 3, 2025

    Location is prefect. The unit is clean and

  • Jose S.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Space was beautiful. Great location. Everything we needed was provided. Updated and kept clean. Only negative would be no assigned parking. Arriving on a Saturday evening was a hassle trying to find parking for almost two hours.

  • Rick B.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Clean and nice location to Duval.

  • Hector M.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Both the location and the room were perfect!! Will definitely stay here again!!

  • Eric G.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Great Location. Cute, clean and cold AC

  • Kristin B.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    My partner and I went down to key west for the weekend and had a LOVELY stay. The location is perfect (walkable to duval as well as the other side of the island) and the home was so clean and comfy. Thank you for having us :)

  • THOMAS K.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    Good location, clean & private

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