Tropical Hideaway comprises the ground level of a quintessential conch home, set back from the street and shaded by gardens and mature trees in a quiet, upscale, gated complex of six historic Old Key West vacation rentals. The sunlight-yellow exterior blends Caribbean and Victorian influences: crisp white trim, decorative railings, restored original woodwork, and Bahamian shutters.

Sip cafe Cubano on the front porch as Caribbean breezes rustle palm fronds. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the modern kitchen. Dine alfresco on the screened-in back porch, just off the kitchen. Nights are fragrant with jasmine and frangipani. This private, fenced, back patio is a lush oasis of palms, tropical trees, orchids, and bromeliads.

Relax poolside with a margarita. The central common area, with a pool, picnic tables, and gas grill, is shared by all guests of this 6 unit property. There’s also a shared laundry area with commercial washers and dryers.

Stroll to great seafood, fine dining, beaches, and iconic attractions like the KW Butterfly and Nature Museum, Southernmost Point, Higgs Beach, and West Martello Tower. Street parking is available. Tropical Hideaway is ideal for families, couples, and snowbirds. The home has an all-new water filtration system.

Living:
The bright living space has original heart pine wood paneling, which imbues a rustic island vibe. Relax in a rattan armchair or on the plush sleeper sofa to socialize, read, or stream your favorite shows on the wall-mounted SmartTV with Roku. The earthy color palate of driftwood, seagrass, and dune has powder blue, aqua, sunset red, and alocasia green accents. The living space has French doors that open to a garden courtyard with easy access to the pool area.

Kitchen/Dining:
Just off the living room is a modern galley kitchen with sleek black granite counters, tile floors, and modern appliances, including a glass-top stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, full-size fridge, and farmhouse sink. Prepare a tropical feast after a day at the beach!
The kitchen’s back door opens to a screened-in porch with an original brick floor. The dining table seat six or more. This covered porch with a ceiling fan is a sublime spot to sip morning cappuccino or fresh-squeezed citrus juice.

Bedrooms/Baths:
Tropical Hideaway has two queen bedrooms and one bathroom. Both bedrooms have nightstands, ceiling fans, air conditioners, and Smart TVs. The front bedroom has a bureau and closet with a safe. The back bedroom has a door that opens out to the screened-in porch. The bedrooms share a jack-and-jill bathroom with a glass door, walk-in shower, and single-sink white granite vanity. The bathroom has a rain shower head, towels, toiletries, and hair dryers.

Outdoor Amenities:
A tall exterior fence, lush gardens, and mature trees provide privacy, security, and a peaceful, tropical ambiance. Enjoy a private dining space on your screened-in back porch.

The front garden of Tropical Hideaway features a vibrant, original metal sculpture by John Martini, an internationally renowned artist who resides in Key West. Martini’s sculptures are shown in galleries and museums in New Mexico, Paris, and Italy, as well as in Lucky Street Gallery in Key West. Bold, electric colors characterize Martini’s work, which he creates by cutting metal with torches. These torches leave burn marks that are a hallmark of his sculptures.

A garden courtyard and whitewashed fence buffer your private hideaway from a central common area. Cool off in the sparkling blue swimming pool, or doze poolside on a cushioned lounge chair. This swimming pool will delight families, children, the very young, and the young at heart. The poolside deck features a gas grill and two wrought-iron picnic tables with seating for eight or more. Gather for an afternoon cookout in paradise! Mature palms, mango trees, and vibrant bougainvillea shade the pool deck.
Since laundry never sleeps (even when you're on vacation), the common area offers a laundry shed with two commercial washers and two commercial dryers.

Discover the ultimate amenity: stroll just two blocks to Higgs Beach. Dip your toes in the emerald ocean. Collect seashells and savor serene Caribbean sunsets in pink, violet, and gold hues. Park your car in shaded street parking spots out front. Stroll or bike to attractions.