5
(58)
KW353B - Seagrass Suite
1
bedrooms
1
baths
Pets Not Allowed
- Address: 1011 Whitehead St. #2
- Town: Key West
- Type: Condo
Amenities 4
Featured Amenities
- Pets Not Permitted
- Snowbird Friendly
Indoor Amenities
- Central AC or Wall AC Units
Outdoor Amenities
- Balcony
Bedding
Bedroom 1
1 Queen
Description
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 KnowA booklet inside the apartment features the full story of Julia Whitehead Guest Suites.
Location
Reviews
5
(58)
5
Great spot all around! Cool view of the lighthouse from the deck. Walkable to tons of bars and restaurants, not to mention the Southernmost Point. Highly recommend.Clif -
5
This place was so cute, and in the perfect location!Julie -
5
Vacasa was friendly and responsive. Our apartment was perfectly located slightly off the busy areas, and within walking distance of everything! Uber and Lyft were available, if needed. This upstairs apartment was comfortable, clean, and well equipped.Nita -
5
This was our best BnB experience in Key West after staying at many other places. It was spacious, very clean, great location, nice new sheets and towels, and a good price for what we received. It was also very quiet, which I appreciated.Jane -
5
This unit is very comfortable for one or two people. Good mattress and pillows, basics in the kitchen (but it seems assumed that most guests will eat dinner out which is true). Outside bedroom is a small rooftop porch — Great lighthouse view, furniture pretty worn out. Overall good value, right off DuvalTom -
5
Very nice place,comfortable bed, very clean. Quiet and near everything. I recommend this upstairs unit.Patrick -
5
Beautiful place. Balcony was great.Sue -
5
A perfect location for Key West! We loved the apartment and wish we stayed longer.Jemarie -
5
Fue una estadía increíble Vacasa cumplió con todas mis expectativas es precioso el lugar cómodo limpio y excelente ubicación volvería siempre. Muchas graciasSonsoles -
Hi Sonsoles, thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. We are delighted to know you enjoyed the beautiful location, comfort, and cleanliness of our property. We would welcome the opportunity to have you back for an exceptional experience in the future.Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Really enjoyed my stay, it’s a very homely apartment with interesting decor. Perfect location for Duval St but also quiet at night too. Bed very comfortable and good air con.
Would definitely stay again, thanks!Chris -
Hi Chris, we appreciate you sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay. It's wonderful to hear that you appreciated the comfortable bed, convenient location, and the unique decor. It was our pleasure to host you, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again in the future.Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Easy check in process and loved that we could stow our bags while we waited for it to be ready. The space is ADORABLE! Love the layout and it was more spacious than I was expecting. Easy walk to anywhere you could want to go!Madeline -
Hi Madeline, we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your delightful experience with us. Your satisfaction with the smooth check-in process and the charming layout of the space warms our hearts. It's wonderful to hear that the location was convenient for you as well. We genuinely look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back and ensure your next stay surpasses all expectations.Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
This was an amazing location near Duval, Hemingway House, and the lighthouse. The space itself is perfect for couples and super cute. The Vacasa office is next door and the folks working were incredibly helpful including helping me snag free parking. The a/c struggled a bit in the heat of the day but always caught up by the time we went to sleep.Michael -
Hi Michael, we truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and sharing your experience. We are delighted that you found our location near Duval, Hemingway House, and the lighthouse amazing, and that the space was perfect for couples. It warms our hearts to hear that our team was able to assist you, especially with securing free parking. Your feedback about the air conditioning is valuable to us, as we always aim to ensure our guests' comfort. We look forward to the opportunity to host you again and provide you with an even more exceptional stay.Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
I stayed about 3 nights. It was easy to find the room with the instructions provided. The whole apartment was so adorable and cozy. Everything was clean and the bed was comfortable. I had so many options for eating breakfast, lunch and dinner all around me at walking distance. Parking was a problem I couldn’t find anything nearby. That wasn’t a problem though because I didn’t really need my car the entire trip. I got around on foot. So definitely bring comfortable walking shoes. Ernest Hemingways old home is about 3 min away on foot. The light house is visible from the small balcony, and the 90 mile Buoy is also walkable. The Moon Dog cafe was fabulous for breakfast/lunch/dinner. I also walked to Nine One Five, it was such an amazing dinner. I shopped and bought some clothes (I forget the name of the place) there is so many little stores and museums all around. I would definitely stay here again. I felt safe traveling alone.Victoria -
Hi Victoria, we appreciate you sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay. We're thrilled to hear that you found the apartment cozy, clean, and perfectly located for exploring all that the area has to offer. It sounds like you made the most of your time. We appreciate you noting the parking situation as well. Parking can indeed be a bit tricky in this part of town, but we’re glad it didn’t impact your experience and that everything was within comfortable walking distance. It was our pleasure to host you, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again in the future.Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
We enjoyed the location and vacasa was immediately responsiveAlexa -
Hi Alexa, thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. We hope that you had a great visit! We appreciate your kind words regarding the location and our team's responsiveness. We would welcome the opportunity to have you back for an exceptional experience in the future.Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Wonderful place for a couple to enjoy walking and bike riding to everything. Perfect spot.
Host was very responsive. Definitely would stay here again.Michael -
Hey Michael, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful location for walking and biking. Your feedback about our responsiveness is also appreciated. We would love to welcome you back for another visit in the future!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Great central locationRyan -
Hi Ryan, we're thrilled that you enjoyed the great central location. Thank you for your feedback, and hope to host you again soon!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
We loved staying here! The location was close to duval but far enough away that it wasn’t too noisy. If you plan on staying here I highly recommend reading all check in instructions and watching the included video on how to use the door lock (a little tricky at first but easy once you figure it out) They provided beach towels and some basic toiletries.Tyrus -
Hi Tyrus, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are glad you enjoyed our lovely home. It's great to hear that you appreciated the location and found the check-in instructions helpful. We hope to welcome you back for another stay!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Awesome! Our stay was very comfortable. Great location within one block of Duval St! Within a walkable distance from downtown, the bars and restaurants. Cozy balcony with a view of the lighthouse, as advertised. V.Imp: Building has a coded gate…..for security conscious.
Vacasa communicated and shared all relevant information about our stay, in a prompt and comprehensive manner.
Definitely would be coming back.Smit -
Hey Smit, thank you for sharing your experience with us, we are glad you enjoyed our lovely home. It's wonderful to hear you found our location convenient and enjoyed the balcony views. We appreciate your kind words about our communication. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Great place to stay! Clean, easy to find, and central location. Very walkable!Caitlin -
Hi Caitlin, we are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. It's great to know you found our location convenient and appreciated the cleanliness of our property. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
This a very nice place to stay. Far enough from bars to be quiet at night but close enough to walk to everything. The roof top patio was great for morning tea snd after dinner relaxing. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals and save money over eating out. Highly recommend.Christopher -
Hey Christopher, thank you for staying with us. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience! It's great to hear that the rooftop patio and kitchen amenities enhanced your stay. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Perfect base for visiting the charming city of Key West.Debbie -
Hey Debbie, it’s wonderful to hear that our property served as a perfect base for visiting the charming city of Key West! Your positive feedback means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back soon for another fantastic stay!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Very nice unit 1 block from Duval st. Easy to get to. Parking can be a challenge but there is a public lot a few blocks away that allows overnight parking.Eric -
Hi Eric, we're thrilled to hear that you found the unit very nice and conveniently located just a block from Duval Street. Parking can be a challenge, and we appreciate your feedback. The team will look into ways to assist guests with parking options in the future. Thank you for sharing your experience!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
wonderful location. one block from Duvall Street, one block from Hemingway Museum and lighthouse. So many places to eat and drink and shop within a 6 block radius!Jeff -
Hi Jeff, it's fantastic to hear you loved the location! Being so close to Duvall Street and the Hemingway Museum makes for a vibrant experience. Thank you for your review; we appreciate your valuable feedback and hope to welcome you back soon!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Quiet place in an unbeatable location!James -
Hi James, it’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the unbeatable location and the quiet atmosphere! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It is a pleasure to hear you enjoyed the great views during your visit and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Cutest place and in such a central location. We were able to walk to everything we wanted to do. Steps from Duval.Michael -
Hi Michael, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. It's wonderful to hear that the location was perfect for your needs, being so close to everything. The team hopes to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
A great apartment with a view of the lighthouse! The space was so close to the wall yet far enough removed that it was very quiet. In the middle of the action, you can reach anywhere in historic old town in 20 minutes or less by foot. Love the cozy style of the apartment and the amazing balcony for afternoon relaxation. Definitely a great place.Todd -
Hi Todd, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are glad you enjoyed our lovely home. It's fantastic to hear you loved the cozy style of the apartment, and the amazing balcony for relaxation. The location sounds perfect for exploring historic old town!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
This was such a great location. Very clean, very cozy, and only one block away from Duval Street. I really love the fact that they have storage available in the office if you arrive early and if you have to depart late. That was a huge plus Since my party definitely had fit into that category. Great view of the lighthouse. Awesome balcony to wake up in the morning to have mimosas and coffee. Another plus is that the shower has body sprays! Would truly recommend!Chad -
Hi Chad, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the location, cleanliness, and cozy atmosphere. The body sprays in the shower and the balcony view are indeed highlights! We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Very sweet & clean place. Ideal location. Comparable prices to hotels in the area. Would definitely stay again!Amie -
Hey Amie, thank you for sharing your positive feedback. We're thrilled that you found our place sweet and clean, with an ideal location and comparable prices to hotels in the area. Your comments mean a lot to us, and we look forward to hosting you for another enjoyable stay!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Great location, and really a quaint, cool place. Was surprised how unique it was. Walkable to everything. Made for a great experience. Despite having more than one apartment/unit, it was very quiet and comfortable. Would highly recommend based off quality, location, cleanliness, character and value for the price. I don’t think the description does it justice! Special place for sure.Nicholas -
Hey Nicholas, thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We're thrilled that you enjoyed the unique charm and tranquility of our place. Your feedback on quality, location, cleanliness, character, and value is truly valuable to us. We will make sure to enhance our description to match the exceptional experience you had. We look forward to hosting you again for another memorable stay!Seven Keys Vacations staff
5
Beautiful little apartment with a wonderful view of the lighthouse from the balcony. Parking is a bit scarce but we managed to get a spot close enough. Within walking distance of Duvall street.Amber -
5
Excellent location right off duval. Tucked behind a business you feel like a local living right above it! Would stay here again. Walking distance to our favorite bars and breakfast jointShane -
5
We had a great time, would definitely stay here again. Everything was exactly as described on the page.Troy -
5
Great! I recommendCarole-Anne -
5
We really enjoyed our stay. It is decorated beautiful, equipped kitchen and outdoor space to enjoy some morning coffee. It is convenient to most attractions and restaurants with some walking. The ability to keep luggage at reality next door was very convenient and appreciated. Highly recommended.Shannon -
5
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here. The place was beautiful and set up really nicely. The balcony was nice to sit outside for a morning coffee. We were able to walk everywhere we needed to go!Ashley -
5
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour. Le lieu est paisible tout en étant très proche de la route principal ( nous y étions pour le nouvel an)
Le logement est beau, propre et bien rangé. La petite terrasse est top.
Les instructions avec les codes sont claires. Vraiment rien à redire.
Nous avons même pu laisser nos valises à la consignes juste à côté de l’appartement après l’avoir rendu.Caroline Virginie -
5
Great spot if you want to be within a short walk of the most notable attractions in Key West.Griffith -
5
WE LOVE THIS PLACE !! It was so friggin adorable and charming, even the boyfriend was in awe. The design and decor. We were giddy from the moment we stepped into the place and explored everything. Just a studio but done SO right ! Had everything we needed and everything was CLEAN. I’m usually a little paranoid about the couch and bed, but here I had zero hesitations. I was comfortable and felt clean. The way sun would pour in on the side in the mornings was dreamy as well as the cute patio to relax and take in the sounds of Key West.
LOCATION WAS PERFECT. Step out of the door and you’re a short walk to the nearest restaurant or Circle K store for supplies. Duval St. right there. Very convenient, lovely and charming.Selene -
5
Great stay here--and we wish we could have stayed longer! This apartment has a neat multi-function shower with a cool porthole and a very comfortable bed. The lighthouse view from the balcony was so neat. The stairwell to get to the apartment is shared with another apartment, and depending on how loud people are, you can hear them through the front door. There was an issue with the front gate not locking when we were there, but I messaged the Vacasa folks and they were very responsive. Thanks for a wonderful home away from home!Nora -
5
Wir waren für drei Nächte in der schönen Unterkunft, alles war super und Vacasa war auch bei Fragen hilfsbereit! DankeFlurina -
5
Great little apartment one street from Duval. Everything was exactly as described or pictures showed. We would definitely stay here again!Karen -
5
It was just right for what we needed , front desk staff was helpful . Walkable to everything , highly recommend.Greg -
5
A great place to stay! Great location, clean comfortable, plenty of space and everything you needed. We would definitely stay here again.Dawn -
5
The place was greatGreg -
5
Cozy little studio apartment with the basic necessities. Right in the heart of downtown Key West, but still very quiet and secluded. Perfect for a couple on their honeymoon. Wouldn't suggest for anyone with kids, as there is not much space and very little privacy.Emma -
5
Amazing stayChristopher -
5
We loved our stay at the whitehead Airbnb! This location is a walkable distance to all of our favorite places, yet quiet and peaceful. The studio was very clean and easy to access. We did not find any issues with the shower as previous tenants had mentioned and the keyless entry is really not that hard either. We would recommend this Airbnb to all of our friends and would love to stay here again in the future. Only suggestion for my fellow lady friends is to bring a mirror to do your makeup with! There is only one mirror in the bathroom and I could have used a spare when the hubby was showering and we were trying to get ready. Not a huge deal, but for some it may be! Thanks for having us!Donna -
5
Great location, great Airbnb, we plan to return!Kevin -
5
This was a beautiful stay! The staff were very responsive and helpful when I called. For context, I called due a yellow stain on the toilet and a stain on my bed sheet. I was super surprised because everything was spotless when I walked in and it literally smellled clean. The cleaning crew came and the toilet was actually clean but the bleach she uses causes the toilet seat to turn yellow (she literally scrubbed hard in front of me to prove it and i felt really bad). In regards to the stain on the bed sheet, theu chanbed the sheet and it may have just been one of those stains that dont ce out after the wash. All in all everyone was very responsive and nice! I was also given extra towels for my lengthy stay. The only thing about this place is the shower water runs on the bathroom and kitchen floor and leaves a puddle. I had to put a bunch of towels down every time I showered and I showered often. Overall cute, nice and would stay again!Qadriyyah -
5
Great place. Had a great experienceAugusta -
5
Nice stayBrady -
5
Absolutely lovely place. Looks exactly as pictured. Great location too! We really enjoyed it. Bedroom has a closet and dressers. Bed is very comfortable. The two small curtains in the bedroom conceal small alcoves where you can store your suitcases. The two items I was concerned about, “partial AC “ and no parking spot ended up not being a problem at all. The AC works just fine to keep the bedroom cool and there are two parking spots in front of the building on whitehead that are not marked for residents only. Fortunately we were able to get one. The only problem we had was with the shower door. Water leaks everywhere as another reviewer noted. To open and close the front door, which we struggled with and another guest helped us, is this: to open, enter the code, and then turn the knob on the keyless lock to the left. To lock the door when you leave, push the little button above the numbers, wait a beat , and turn the knob to the right. It takes some practice to get it right.Kathi -
5
GoodAshton -
5
Enjoyed our stay! Very charming and close to Duvall street.Ashley -
5
Amazing place, spotless clean, very very comfortable bed. Just a block from Duval Street but very quiet and the perfect spot to wind down after spending the day walking and touring around.
Would definitely recommend this to everyone!Ana Paula -
5
If you are looking for a beautiful place with plenty of things to do this is a perfect spot! Super clean, very comfortable, fabulous shower!!!! My only 2 complaints would be the shower door is a bit leaky so the bath mat was soaked every time. It is an easy fix. My other complaint is the code to enter the specific unit was too long.
This is a fabulous place!!! Walkable to A LOT! Treat yourself and enjoy this gem!!!Devin -
5
Beautiful spot! Extremely clean place to stay. Comfortable bed. Close to everything. The kitchen was a great addition. We will be coming back!Chelsea -
5
Lovely space. Clean, well equipped, great location.Julia -
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