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Cottages in Key West

Islamorada bungalow 2 bed & pool
The hosts were very responsive and accommodating to our needs. The pool was great and the place was pristine!

Waterfront Cozy Cottage with Boat Ramp & Dock!
Wish we could’ve stayed longer. It was a perfect home!

Waterfront Cottage Walk to World Famous Lorelei
What an amazing place! My wife and I have stayed in Airbnb properties all over the world, and this was one of our favorites. Exactly as described. Very clean, safe, and comfortable. The location and layout of the property is absolutely perfect and private. This was our first time to Islamorada and this place made it an even better experience. We had a manatee sighting and the deck over the water was my favorite part. Perfect place to have a drink and watch the sunset. If you are planning a trip to the keys, do yourself a favor and stay here.

Ocean Breeze at Venture Out 537
I had a wonderful stay at this Airbnb! The home was perfect for our occasion—just as advertised, and even more charming in person. The vibrant and inviting colors gave the space a warm, welcoming feel. There was a slight delay with check-in, but our host, John, responded quickly and resolved the issue right away, which we really appreciated. We also took full advantage of the amenities, which added to the overall experience. Everything was clean, comfortable, and well thought out. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to others!

King Master, 2BR, 2BA, 35' Seawall, SUP, Kayaks
We brought another couple with us. Had a relaxing enjoyable time. Felt like home. Definitely be back. Thank you

Namaste: A blissful one bedroom cottage
This was, by far, the best Airbnb I’ve ever stayed at, and I’ve been at Airbnb’s since 2012. It was the perfect place for our honeymoon stay, very VERY easy walk to Duval (under 2 minutes to Sloppy Joe’s). Seriously, this place is IT.

Calypso Cottage
Everything was perfect! I loved the screened in front porch! We spent a lot of time out there and the back was so peaceful for watching the sun come up with my morning cup of coffee. The staff at the resort were super friendly and helpful and I notice security was constantly driving around which made it feel safe and taken care of. Everyone at the resort looked so happy and relaxed! The pool!!! I didn’t want to leave and it has great hours! We were able to explore the area and still had time to go swimming at the pool…under the stars! It was a wonderful experience. Plan to some time go back and plan the whole trip staying there!

2br/1ba w heated pool, 1 mile to robbies marina
Jennys cottage was all that we expected and more, everything was catered for and more.Beach chairs,kayaks and parasol all available. little touches like being welcomed with beers and key lime was great. The cottage is well kept and we would definitely recommend staying here . The swimming pool is quiet and was nice to relax at after a full day out and about. Hopefully one day we will return Thanks again Paul and Family
Homes in Key West

Cancellation Deal: 07/26 thru 08/09
The house was very clean and inviting upon arrival. Nice location short drive to great restaurants and local grocery stores also less than 5min walk to the beach. Mr Eddie responded in a timely manner when we had questions. All in all we had a great time and very much enjoyed our stay! Thanks Mr Eddie

Cudjoe Key Home with a View
Everything was great. We enjoyed the pool, pickleball, and the water. The house was perfect for the area. Definitely recommend!

Flakey's
Cheryl’s place is in the perfect location in the heart of Islamorada. Listening to the live music on the back deck to wind down every night was an added plus! Cheryl was super accommodating & definitely thinks about bettering her guests’ stay. Couldn’t recommend this place more!

Waterfront Home 37.5-ft dock, Cabana Club Included
We were very comfortable at the home during our week stay. Great place to stay if you need room to park a boat trailer. Quiet very nice safe neighborhood.

Paradise found
The house was clean and a great option for traveling as a large group. It was away from the bustle of Key West, but still easy to get around, and the restaurants nearby are delicious.

OCEAN PARADISE AT VENTURE OUT + 4 BIKES/ 2 KAYAKS!
The house was exactly as pictured and in a very peaceful community. The beds were comfortable, as was the couch (two of our group opted to sleep on the couch itself instead of pulling out the sleeper sofa, and said it was pretty comfy!). Several of our group enjoyed using the bikes at night, and while we didn’t use the kayaks, it’s nice they were available. We didn’t get to do everything we hoped to do on our trip to Keys, but we plan to stay here again someday when we come back!

Waterfront Oceanside, 60 Ft Dock, As seen on HGTV
We had a wonderful time staying at Tim’s place! He was an excellent host who was always available if I had a question. The house is in a beautiful location. We enjoyed sitting on and fishing off the dock. The house had everything we needed for a fantastic stay and a very enjoyable vacation. I can’t say enough good things about our experience at the home. We were able to meet Tim and he was a lovely host. Thank you for a great vacation! We hope to come back in the future!

Anglers Terrace, Condé Nast Traveler's Best Airbnb
We really enjoyed this home in Marathon. Sitting by the canal for morning coffee, swimming in the pool on a hot afternoon, having dinner on the covered porch, or plying corn hole on the roof… it was all super enjoyable. Andy even dropped off some wonderful bagels one morning! The location is super close to all that Marathon has to offer. We would recommend this home to anyone
Houseboats in Key West

Shanty Pineapple Key West
Amazing! Loved this unique experience, you get a chance to disconnect from the outside world and relax with the ocean breeze. 10/10 experience would 100% do again!

A slice of paradise in the Florida Keys
Wonderful night! Only a few bugs around dusk that left by nightfall. Lots of planes took off from 5-7 PM, but again they stopped by nighttime and not sure that it happens every day. The boat itself was perfect, exactly as described!

Houseboat Getaway In Marathon
Joseph is an excellent host! Very responsive, proactive, and provides great local tips. We thoroughly enjoyed this unique stay with great fishing and close proximity to restaurants. The houseboat had everything we needed including beautiful sunset views.

Key West Luxury Houseboat at Yacht Club Resort
We stayed in two smaller house boats while we were there before brads. Rectangular shaped single stories with a flat roof area for lounging. They were beautiful.. but unstable, uncomfortable, limited in space, no hot water, had to shower 200 yards away, awful mosquitos, no reliable internet, lack of kitchen ability, I’m 32 my wife is 30 and our son was five months. Pretty looking, but miserable. Especially if wind wasn’t below 5mph. Not to mention the toilets had problems on both! When we got to brads house boat Holly Cow! What a difference. What a relief. Multiple rooms, comfortable beds, no issues with hot water or internet or kitchen. The space was excessive. Very comfortable. Needed some TLC inside but overall it was fantastic. Everything worked like a real 2br 3ba home. I will book this boat everytime as long as it lives. Private marina, quiet, great neighboring boats. Private outdoor waterfront recreational areas. 100% best key west experience I’ve had and I go every year.

Great Ocean Views!
Bill and Wendy are friendly and helpful with suggestions about bike rentals and local restaurants. The quiet neighborhood and beautiful views provide a peaceful respite from our busy lives. The kitchen is well equipped with cooking utensils and the stove sports a grill and gas burners. Two sinks and commodes separated by the shower gave us our own private dressing areas in the bathroom . The back “porch” area is perfect for watching the sun set over the water and offers immediate access for snorkeling. The sliding glass doors in the bedroom afford a beautiful view of the stars in the night sky. This was our first experience on a houseboat but it won’t be our last! Thank you Bill and Wendy for spoiling us!

Florida Keys Luxury Houseboat on the water WiFi
The Baycation was amazing! Heidi is an excellent host, she met us at the boat the first night as there are some housekeeping things to go through. It is a boat after all! The space was perfect for the two of us. Great decor and it had everything we needed for cooking our fresh caught fish! We took the paddle boards out to the island and great to see some great wildlife! The Old Tav has the best eggplant parm and the Cuban cafe has amazing coffee and pastries! A bonus for us was getting to meet the local dock kitty, Sasha! 😻 such a sweet girl! It was so cool to sit on the beck deck and watch the mullet, tarpon and barracuda! We highly recommend Heidi’s place!!

Stella on Stock Island
Very nice experience on a houseboat! The place was clean and well equipped for a houseboat. The upper deck was a great place for an evening glass of wine and a morning coffee. Close enough to all the action in Key West. Very comfortable!

Beautiful Houseboat in Key West
Our second, and certainly not last, stay with Sergey. We’ve stayed many places, but this is by far our favorite. Sergey is the best! He is always available by text and ready to help with anything we need. He truly wants his guests to be happy and comfortable. The houseboat is amazing! It is comfortable and clean and makes you feel right at home! We enjoy kayaking in the mangroves, snorkeling around the boat, and sunsets on the roof. The view is incredible and Cow Key is peaceful. We even saw a manatee on this trip! Thank you, Sergey, for another great trip!
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2.2K properties
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Your guide to Key West
All About Key West
Key West is a town that overflows with zest: turquoise waters and sandy beaches, dive bars that never seem to close, stunning sunsets, pastel-hued homes, great American literary legacies, and a sordid haunted past. Chow down on key lime pie and conch fritters, snap a pic at the southernmost point of the continental United States, and take in as much sea and sun as your eyes can handle.
Key West sits right across the Florida Strait from Cuba, and the influence can be felt in many of the island’s favorite haunts, where you can learn to dance the salsa, sample locally distilled rum, and pile your breakfast plate high with sweet fried plantains and savory beans. However you spend your days, make sure that you’re back in Mallory Square before sunset, when live music from restaurant patios and vendors’ stalls fills the pedestrian-only square and people celebrate the show-stopping sunset with all the fanfare it deserves.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Key West
Winter is the most popular season in Key West, as the hot weather draws sun-seekers to the beaches, especially around the December holidays. You can also come in spring for sun and fewer crowds — despite Key West’s bustling nightlife scene, it isn’t typically hit by Spring Break crowds like other places in Florida. It’ll be warm enough to get in the water and enjoy beach time, with fewer people than in winter. Despite a September to November hurricane season, autumn is also a good time to check out Key West’s museums or to revel in the hedonistic Fantasy Fest while enjoying cooler air.
Top things to do in Key West
Snorkeling
Home to the only living Barrier Reef in the continental United States, Key West has some of the most incredible snorkeling in the world. Head out to the cluster of tiny islands known as the Dry Tortugas National Park for the best of the best: this area is home to unspoilt coral reefs, hundreds of species of tropical fish, starfish, and conch.
Ghost tours
Key West is rumored to be one of the most haunted cities in America, in juxtaposition with its sunny, good-time appearance. For fans of classic horror, be sure to ask about a famous local doll and the film franchise he inspired. Listen to ghost stories on board a spooky train tour, go on a guided walk around town, or check out the quirky inscriptions on the local graves at the cemetery.
Key lime pie
Key lime pie can be found on just about any menu here, from dive bars to high-end bistros, and with good reason — the island’s eponymous pie is zesty, creamy, and delicious. Traditionally made from tangy key lime juice and a rich, sweet custard of egg yolk and condensed milk atop a crust, everybody from home cooks to renowned chefs has their own take on how it should be made. Try as many versions as you can while you’re here, and join in on the debate of cooked versus uncooked filling, graham cracker versus pie crust, and whipped cream versus meringue topping.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the weather in Key West?
Key West has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round. Summers, from June to August, can be hot and humid, often reaching 90°F (32°C). Winters, from December to February, are milder, with temperatures typically around 70°F (21°C), and less rainfall.
What are some of the best things to do in Key West?
Popular activities in Key West include exploring the vibrant coral reefs on a snorkeling trip, discovering local marine life at the Key West Aquarium, or visiting the historic Fort Zachary Taylor State Park. A stroll along Duval Street for shopping and local cuisine is also recommended.
What is the best time of year to visit Key West?
Key West is particularly lively between March and May, with milder temperatures and fewer crowds. During these months, you can enjoy events like the Conch Republic Independence Festival and the Key West Songwriters Festival.
What are the best places to stay in Key West?
Some highly-rated areas to stay in Key West include Old Town, a historic district with classic architecture, Truman Annex for its peaceful atmosphere, and New Town for its modern conveniences. Duval Street is also favored for its proximity to dining and shopping options.
What are the best places to visit in Key West?
Key West is known for diverse attractions such as the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, where the renowned author once lived, and the Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory. Don't miss the stunning sunsets at Mallory Square, and the view from the historic Key West Lighthouse. The Southernmost Point Buoy is also frequently visited.
What are some hiking trails in Key West?
While Key West is not known for its hiking, you can enjoy a leisurely walk at the Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden. The Island City National Historic District also has interesting paths through the town's picturesque streets.
What are some family activities to do in Key West?
Families can enjoy a visit to the Key West Shipwreck Museum, engage with interactive exhibits at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center, or have fun exploring the Key West Aquarium. A ride on the charming Conch Tour Train is also a delightful way to see the city.
What are some of the best day trip ideas in Key West?
For a memorable day trip, explore the natural beauty of Dry Tortugas National Park, which is accessible by ferry or seaplane. Also, consider a wildlife expedition at the Key West Wildlife Center, or learn more about the region's history with a visit to Fort East Martello Museum.
What types of vacation rentals are available in Key West?
Uncover the perfect home-away-from-home with our diverse selection of vacation rentals in Key West. From over 40 cottage rentals, over 20 houseboat rentals, over 330 apartment rentals, over 430 condo rentals to over 640 house rentals, we've got you covered. For even more variety, explore our Airbnb Categories to find the ideal space for your getaway.
Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Key West?
Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 1,140 vacation rentals in Key West featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.
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