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Secret Villa II @ Old Town: with Private Pool, close to Duval!

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Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, SVII truly is a hidden gem.
SVII rests on the end of this quiet lane, away from noise, but near all the fun!
Newly updated pool deck with locking gate to SV1. Addtl updates pictures soon!
Spacious deck with tons of room for lounging by the pool with family and friends
Kitchen and large living room have direct access to outside dining table.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6151.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Key West, FL
    Duval Street
    4 min walk
    Audubon House and Tropical Gardens
    10 min walk
    Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
    10 min walk
    Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    13 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Secret Villa II @ Old Town: with Private Pool, close to Duval!

- Secret Villa II -

A Newly Renovated, Private Sanctuary, Centrally Located off of Duval Street with your very own private pool. Secret Villa II is available for rent exclusively on VRBO and HomeAway. We have recently completed a total update of the pool deck to match the beauty and size of her sister property, Secret Villa I. Please Note there is a Security Camera On the Front porch. Please Contact the Property Manager To Have It Disconnected if you Wish

Secret Villa II is the perfect vacation rental for discerning, upscale clientele. The property is a newly renovated 3BR, 3BA home with a heated pool situated in the heart of old town on a quiet and private lane. The fenced-in private pool is surrounded by lush gardens, natural vegetation, and tropical canopies, providing our guests with the privacy and intimacy that Key West visitors are looking for. Newly renovated inside and out so that you and your party experience Key West in a clean & comfortable environment where everything is just right.

If you are looking for additional accommodations our sister property Secret Villa I is available in the same compound. Please see our VRBO listing #754594 for availability.
- The Location -

SVII is just 1.5 blocks from Key West's most famous party area - Duval Street! Enjoy the hustle and bustle of live music and world renowned restaurants, then you and your party can retire to SVII's private, fence enclosed sanctuary.

SVII is conveniently located on a private lane just off Simonton, between Southard and Fleming (just behind the Marquesa Hotel). It’s an extremely unique location for such a large Villa. SVII provides the convenience of being within walking distance to all the action Old Town has to offer, while still allowing guests to retreat to the sanctuary, a much more tranquil atmosphere that only a home on a quiet Key West lane can provide. Although a driveway is provided, most guests find they leave the keys at home and instead walk or bike to local attractions - fine dining, bars, galleries, nightlife, shopping, museums, and much, much more! And although the heated pool may encourage you to relax and sunbathe at home, three of the most popular Key West beaches are within a minute's bike ride.

Please note - one mid-sized car or small SUV can comfortably fit in the driveway.

- Secret Villa II is a Healthy Environment Experience -

Anyone who has traveled in the tropics knows humidity is the enemy, quickly turning even elegant venues into musty unhealthy experiences. No matter how much a place is cleaned or overly scented with perfumes to hide the problem, the only way to have a healthy house is to address humidity and air quality head on!

At Secret Villa II, the entire structure has been renovated including the air quality and air handling equipment. All furniture, draperies, mattresses, pillows and linens are clean and new. All duct work was either replaced or cleaned with eco-friendly antimicrobial agents. The HVAC system includes HEPA filtration and whole house dehumidification. The house has hurricane impact windows and doors that seal in the low humidity and HEPA-clean air making it pleasant throughout the entire house.

Also while guests may smoke their Havana cigars out by the pool, we have a “No Smoking” policy inside the house. The result is an extraordinarily healthy environment where guests wake up feeling refreshed, energized, and ready to meet the day!

- The Accommodations -

All SVII rooms are large and comfortable making the house a perfect getaway for 2 to 3 couples. The 2nd floor has 2 master bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom - one with a California King bed and the other with a King bed. The upstairs bedrooms share a large outside porch where guests can enjoy a late night glass of wine while watching the night sky and taking in a cool evening breeze. The first floor bedroom shares a bath with the living room and comes furnished with a Queen sized bed. The first floor bedroom is perfect for in-laws or grandparents that may be part of your vacation party.

All beds have recently been updated with double pillow tops, ultra luxurious, extra firm mattresses. All bedrooms include extra soft, high thread count sheets with 6 pillows, a comforter, extra sheets, blankets, towels, dark make-up removing towels, a ceiling fan, black-out curtains, smoke detector, safe, and flat screen cable TV. Every convenience has been thought-of and added, including even small conveniences such as powerstrips with USB connections on both sides of the bed. Although designed for 3 couples, the living room also includes a full-sized pullout bed.

- The Private Pool -

One of the highlights of this home is the private pool area. Fully fenced and surrounded by lush tropical greenery for safety and complete privacy, this will undoubtedly be a primary gathering place for your group. The comfortable chaise lounges can be pulled into the sun or the shade right beside the pool. Sun bathing can be on the upper terrace or poolside, and multiple pool towels are provided.

The pool area includes a propane grill for an outdoor BBQ by the pool. Enjoy the view from the upper terrace that overlooks the rooftops and the trees of Old Town, or mix-up some much-deserved cocktails in the blender as you watch the rest of your group play in the pool and the burgers cook on the grill.

- The Living Area & Kitchen -

Secret Villa II boasts an extra large living room with high ceilings and luxurious modern furnishings including a 60” LED HDTV with premium Cable. Secure 100MB/s high-speed internet with wifi is available throughout the property. Floor to ceiling double french doors allow natural light to pour into the first floor all day while blackout curtains provide privacy at night. A full complement of games are located in the credenza under the living room TV (i.e. Poker chip set and playing cards, Clue, Monopoly, Cards Against Humanity, Yahtzee, Scrabble, etc.).

Amateur and master chefs alike will love their cooking experience in the fully equipped and spacious kitchen. If you enjoy staying in and creating your own meals, every high-end modern kitchen appliance can be found right in the comfort of your vacation home. The kitchen includes state of the art appliances and all of the tools and utensils you will need to prepare a meal at home when taking a break from the restaurant options of Key West. Open shelving allows guests to easily select the right wine, beer, or cocktail glass for your own happy hour (blender provided!). The outdoor patio, accessible from either the kitchen or living room, has seating for eight.

Conveniently located at the end of the kitchen is a state-of-the-art, over-sized washer and dryer, making laundry tasks quick, easy, and finished while you’re out and about enjoying the town.

- Summary -

SVII is more than fantastic – instead it’s actually JUST RIGHT! Newly renovated, clean, comfortable, spacious, private, lush, and centrally located.

Secret Villas Key West is proud to represent this paradise home and to provide you with the vacation experience you’ve always wanted and deserved.

Property manager

Jim Heslin

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strict non-smoking policy within the house.
Guests using "Instant Booking" agree that their booking may be subject to cancellation without any fees assessed to SV within 14 days of the booking.
The booking profile must also have positive reviews on VRBO. If not, guest’s booking may be subject to cancellation without any fees assessed to SV.
The profile, credit card, and phone # names must all match. If not, guest’s booking may be subject to cancellation without any fees assessed to SV.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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 villa is in Key West Historic District, 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. Travelling with kids? Consider The Kite House and USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum. 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 - 4 min walk
  • Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum - 10 min walk
  • Mallory Square - 13 min walk
  • Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park - 17 min walk
  • Southernmost Point - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Willie T's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mattheessen's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jack Flats - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Secret Villa II @ Old Town: with Private Pool, close to Duval! have a pool?

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

Is Secret Villa II @ Old Town: with Private Pool, close to Duval! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secret Villa II @ Old Town: with Private Pool, close to Duval!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret Villa II @ Old Town: with Private Pool, close to Duval!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secret Villa II @ Old Town: with Private Pool, close to Duval! located?

This family-friendly Key West villa is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Duval Street and Florida Keys Beaches. Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Mallory Square are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

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

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun times in Key West
Perfect for our family. Everyone had their own room and bathroom and plenty of space. Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and a grocery store was in close walking distance. Pool was perfect too. Very central to most everything and a close ride to things too far to walk. We ranged from 13 year old to mid 20's couple to a "little" older couple and all enjoyed
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Very convenient to all of our favorites places to visit. Grocery just around the corner. Loved having the private pool for cooling off. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location walking distance to all the best places! A block of Duval!
We enjoyed the Quban Coffee Queen a shot walk around the corner! A great little Bar called Heroes had live music in a small venue! We will be back and stay here if available!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Time
We could not have asked for a better place to stay in the area. Walking distance to wonderful food drinks and live music. Home is fully stocked, very clean and easy to work with management. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Key West trip
We had a nice time. This was our third trip to Secret Villas, looking forward to next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly!
We have stayed at Jim's property before and hope to again. The property is spotless, on a quiet street close to Duval and still private. We love it here. Jim spares no attention to detail. The property is heavenly!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sallie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
This was our 2nd time staying and it was just as perfect as our first! Wonderful home, pool and location. Couldn’t find a better spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Loved the location of this property- the pool was fantastic and it was great for our small group. Communication with the property managers was timely and helpful. Would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
We love this place. Great accommodations, location, host. I don't want to rave too much because we don't want too many people to find out about it because it's getting booked up!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

jen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic home base in Key West
The house was beautiful and comfortable and had us lacking for nothing. The location is fantastic... on a quiet dead end street but a very short walk to everything. Would definitely recommend! Our hosts were wonderful and very responsive as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Perfect Location!
Our overall experience was very good with just a couple small exceptions. Of importance to us on vacation is good TV and good internet service. While the WIFI worked extremely well and handled all our devices, the TV was lacking. The write up on this property stated "cable TV" and at one place even "premium cable TV". At our age, streaming is not so prevalent and we enjoy our cable TV when we are in the house. This was extremely disappointing and frustrating as the Apple TV interface was terrible. We could hardly ever find any local channels just to be able to see news and weather. I will not go on about it, but we would simply never have rented this property had we known it did not have good cable TV as advertised on VRBO. Otherwise, we had a great time and enjoyed Key West and especially the central location of this property.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Secret Villas
It’s a fabulous property — luxurious and comfortable. Well located too. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celeste L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location; very clean house
SV2 was everything they advertised and more. The house was very clean. They supplied EVERYTHING we needed; tide pods, speaker, beach towels. The property manager was very nice and a huge help. We walked to everything; great location. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M., Brookfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and all the amenities!
This house was perfect for our family of five. Our teen daughter had her own space and our younger kids were upstairs by us. The pool was great! The property manager was very responsive the couple of times we had questions. She went out of her way to make sure we were happy and had everything we needed. The house was very clean! We appreciated having everything we needed to feel at home away from home. And you cannot beat this location! Walk everywhere or rent a golf cart for extra ease! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get-a-way!
Excellent people to work with. Always available for questions or concerns. Excellent location
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
We had a wonderful 4 nights at this property. The location is ideal being so close to Duval Street. The house was just as described with everything you might need. Check in was smooth and we very much recommend this property if you are staying in Key West.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip with friends
We loved having the large living area and pool. The kitchen was well stocked with basics like coffee filters, coffee and spices. Having a washer and dryer was a bonus. Three couples stayed in the house. We each had our own bedroom and private bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Key West Vacation at Secret Villa II
We spent 5 nights in Key West at Secret Villa II with a family of 6. The home was perfect for us. The kitchen had everything we needed for dining in, and the layout of the house worked well for our group. We loved spending afternoons in the pool (and some mornings) in a private, relaxed environment. The bikes were a great addition and fun way to explore. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sallie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house!
We loved our stay and can't wait to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C., Tallahassee, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful conch house in great location
Beautiful property, wonderfully appointed in a great location. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

carrie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Key West Annual trip
I can’t say enough about secret villas. This is as our second time staying here and it’s just like being at home. Everything is provided and Andrea is always just a call away with any questions. The property is conveniently located on a quiet street in the middle of all your needs and just a block away from Duval. Bicycles are provided, a great wine shoppe right next door along with Fausto’s grocery store. One day we took the afternoon off from activities and just chilled out by the pool. We had 3 couples so the 3 bedroom 3 bath makes it perfect for your own space. The fact that the house has an identical property attached would be percent for a large gathering. Can’t say enough about it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Experience!
The property was amazing; Clean, modern, comfortable and well maintained! The house is bright and nicely laid out, with well stocked amenities. The location is central to so many great activities and bars/restaurants. The pool was a perfect way to cool off after an afternoon on Duval St. Andrea and Kate from the Management Staff were attentive and very helpful. This was such a relaxing, entertaining stay! We would be happy to book Secret Villas II again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week in Key West
Stayed in Secret Villa II for a week to celebrate a big birthday! Location and Villa did not disappoint! Home was centrally located and had every thing we needed to have a great time. Property manager was extremely accommodating and available 24/7. Would highly recommend and look forward to booking again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time in key west
We had a great stay here in key west. The house was clean, organized & comfortable. Each room has it own bathroom which is very nice. The beds are very comfortable as well! The house was cool and stayed pretty cool for the most part. You do need to empty out the floor dehumidifier unit daily if you want this running. Overall a great stay- close to duval but far enough away we could escape when needed. 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jim Heslin

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Why they chose this property

SVII is more than fantastic – instead it’s actually JUST RIGHT! Newly renovated, clean, comfortable, spacious, private, lush, and close to everything Key West has to offer. Backed by Secret Villas Key West, the exact vacation that you’ve always wanted and deserved is waiting for you in paradise.

What makes this property unique

Very Private. Very Conveniently and Centrally Located. Very Spacious & Comfortable. Very Clean & Healthy. Accommodating Staff & Concierge Services.

If you are looking for additional accommodations our sister property Secret Villa I is available in the same compound. Please see our VRBO listing #754594 for availability.

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