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The Caroline House Estate - 1 Block off Duval & Key West Historic Seaport

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A white house with a green porch, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a stone pathway.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window with a stained glass design.
A waterfront area with a sign reading "Harbor Walk" and a dock extending into the water.
A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by lush tropical foliage.
A spacious living area with a white sofa, a wooden spiral staircase, and a view of a pool through large glass doors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Duval Street

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Key West, FL
  • Place, Duval Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mallory Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Harry S. Truman Little White House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Key West

Located in Key West, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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. Sails To Rails Museum at Flagler Station and Mel Fisher Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Power boating and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Key West, FL

What's nearby

  • Duval Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oldest House Museum and Garden - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mallory Square - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Key West Aquarium - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Harry S. Truman Little White House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Key West, FL (EYW-Key West Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sloppy Joe's Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Conch Republic Seafood Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Schooner Wharf Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Irish Kevin's - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Caroline House Estate - 1 Block off Duval & Key West Historic Seaport have a pool?

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

Is The Caroline House Estate - 1 Block off Duval & Key West Historic Seaport pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Caroline House Estate - 1 Block off Duval & Key West Historic Seaport?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Caroline House Estate - 1 Block off Duval & Key West Historic Seaport?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Caroline House Estate - 1 Block off Duval & Key West Historic Seaport located?

Located in Key West Historic District, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Key West Bight Marina and Duval Street. Florida Keys Beaches and Mallory Square are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great vacation house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, well equipped house in an excellent location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Hello Leslie,We’re so pleased you found the house beautiful. We always aim to make it feel like a home away from home, and it sounds like we hit the mark. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

Close to everything and a quiet location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
Hello Jason,We’re so happy you loved the location! Being near everything yet peaceful is exactly what we hope for our guests. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A BEAUTIFUL HOME PERFECTLY SITUATED OFF DUVAL ST. IT HAS ALL THE AMENITIES NEEDED, GREAT AC, AND THE POOL IS LIKE AN OASIS. I CANT WAIT UNTIL I CAN RETURN.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2026
We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the home. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect home (and it comes with a pool house!) to rent for a large group or family for a Key West vacation. It couldn’t be better located, about a block from Duval near the west end, and it had every amenity. Heated pool, hot tub, five bedrooms, four baths (which includes two BR and one bath in the adorable pool house plus complete kitchen). Large living, dining, kitchen and family room in the main house, which is delightfully decorated in Key West style. It was also immaculate and the managers are one text away and very responsive. Highly recommend, will rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
We’re thrilled that the home provided the perfect setting for your Key West getaway. We appreciate your recommendation and would be honored to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great group trip

house and pool were fantastic....not quiet, but close to town which is what we wanted. Would absolutely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2021
Hi Colby, Thank you for the 5 star review! We hope to see you again and that 2020 and 2021 have been good to you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property

Very nice property, excellent location. Only downsides are the cleanliness and rowdy neighbors behind the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2021
Hi Gary, Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future. We pride ourselves in making sure our guests have the best stay possible so we cant apologize enough for any inconveniences you may have experienced.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was absolutely amazing! It exceeded my expectations-pictures don’t do it justice! We wanted the “Key West” vibe/feel and it delivered. The location was great- close to Duval and all the action but quiet. It was easy for people to get around and come and go as they pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was excellent from beginning to end. House was very spacious from bedrooms to kitchen . Plenty of dining space too. Beds were all comfortable. Only the couch needs replacing. The location was great for exploring all aspects of Key West.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
Hello Erin,We’re so glad you enjoyed the space, comfort, and location! Thank you for your helpful feedback.We’d love to host you again on your next visit to Key West.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

This was a great house in a great location! We really enjoyed our stay here! I agree with another reviewer that the pictures don't do it justice. It was much bigger and better than I expected. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2021
Susan, thank you for taking the time to share your experience! The Caroline House is definitely one of a kind - spacious, inside and out, beautifully decorated, well maintained and on top of it, it is located in the middle of Old Town, close to all the action! Oh, and don't forget the parking spot! :) We are thrilled that you had an amazing stay and we look forward to having you back soon! VHKW Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location

The Caroline Estate was the perfect house for our group of 6 Adults/1 Child. But mostly our stay was the perfect mix of a peaceful quaint neighborhood retreat located just steps from all the action…and not just the nightlife but everything that Key West has to offer. We highly recommend the Caroline Estate.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2025
Thank you for staying with us and for your kind review, Keri! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the lovely neighborhood and prime location our estate has to offer. We appreciate your time and hope to have the chance to host you again the next time you're back in Key West! Best, VHKW
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

This place was beyond my expectations! Everything was perfect and the location can not be beat . You are within walking distance to everything ! The pictures don’t do this place justice ! We will definitely be back ! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2021
Hi Lisa, Thank you for taking the time to write this 4 star review. We look forward to hosting you again. We hope 2020 and 2021 have been good to you and are wishing you the happiest of holiday seasons!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay at Caroline house. Beautiful home. My only issue with the accommodations is the lift sleeping area in the cottage. Not for older people. Kids - yes they would love it. Seniors - not a good fit. The master suite downstairs was lovely. The main house - well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful space Perfect location Impeccably clean

We spent our familymoon at the Caroline House, and it was perfect. All areas were sparklingly clean. I can not say that enough. My husband and I had the smaller house to ourselves and our family stayed in the bigger house. It was close to all the fun of Duval Street, but we also could retreat to the privacy of the pool area. The pool was remarkably clean. The foliage around the pool beautiful and offered both shade and sun. The kitchen was stocked with anything we would ever need. We also used the outside grill. It was paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2021
Hi Tricia, Thank you so much for the 5 star review. We love that you were able to enjoy the Caroline House Estate. We do our very best to keep our rentals stocked so as to provide a homelike environment. Thank you for noticing and that you were able to capitalize on our efforts! We hope to see you again and that you have a happy holiday season!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Oasis

This place is a perfect Key West getaway! The location is equidistant to both Duval street (2 blocks) and the pier (3 blocks) where many of the boat tours and day excursions depart from. Despite proximity to all of the action, the house and yard are quiet. Landscaped with palm trees throughout the back yard/pool area, you feel like you are miles away from anyone else. The house itself has much of its historical qualities intact, with restored original hardwood floors. Despite its historic charm, the house was incredibly clean with comfortable beds and soft linens (including both bathroom towels and beach towels for the pool). Of note, there is an additional fee to heat the pool/hot tub in the colder months if desired. Communication with the host was easy and prompt. Overall, we had the most lovely, relaxing stay and hope to come back again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your glowing 5 star review! We're overjoyed to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and our stunning home. Thank you for your detailed feedback and for taking the time to share your experience! It was a pleasure hosting you and we look forward to the chance again the next time you're in town. Best, VHKW
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house excellent location. Very responsive to needs
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2026
We’re happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We always aim to provide a comfortable experience for our guests. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2026
We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and its location. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back for another stay soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home and location

Our family of 9 adults and two 1 year olds stayed for a week for our wedding. The pictures do not do the house justice. It is beautiful and well maintained! Only complaint was the ice maker and water in the refrigerator was not working. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at 618 Caroline Street!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2024
Thank you so much for your glowing feedback, Erin! We're overjoyed to hear that you loved the home and all it has to offer. If you ever happen to be back in Key West, we hope to have the chance to host you again! Best, VHKW
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend!

The house and property are beautiful and well maintained. The pool and hot tub were amazing and great way for us to cool off during the day and in the evening! The house is approx 2 blocks from Duval yet you can not hear all the noise at the house! We were literally walking distance to everything, we only took an uber to and from the airport. The house had everything we needed! I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone I know coming to KeyWest
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2021
Hi Kristen, We value and respect your review. It is so nice to hear that you were truly able to experience Paradise in its greatest form, by having the ability to walk whenever needed and to cool down when needed :) thanks again for the review and we hope you have a happy holiday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2021
Hi John, Thank you for you 5-start review for the Caroline House Estate! We would love to host you again in the near future! VHKW Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Loved the house and the location! Great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2021
Hi Dan, We take a lot of pride in keeping this house in tip top shape! So happy you had a good time and we hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property Close to Everything

A beautiful property filled with every amenity you could possibly need! Excellent location - within walking distance to Duval Street. We had an amazing stay - can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2021
Jan, thank you for a wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time at the Caroline House Estate! This property has it all - plenty of space to gather with family and friends, very sophisticated decor, great amenities, and on top of it, it is conveniently located in the middle of old town! We hope you will visit us again soon! VHKW Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location!

THE GOOD: Excellent location, only two blocks from Duval, harbor etc. and walk to everything! Location was the key for us and we hit it on the nail with this property, Definitely where the action is! Property is great for larger parties and well stocked with plenty of towels, pool towels and well stocked kitchen. Beds are very comfortable, no complaints here. Overall, the house was clean, inviting and comfortable. The pool is a bonus and we used it a few days; it is very shady so keep this in mind when renting. Cutting off a few of the tree limbs would help a lot in allowing more sun areas. IMPROVEMENT: The pool house is great, comfortable and a great addition for large groups, but smells musty and we had to buy air fresheners. Not sure what can be done but was noticeable. Also, the pool house needs a mirror in the main room as there is only one bathroom and it makes it very difficult to get ready when no mirrors anywhere else. Small items, but as they say, details matter. We had a few problems with the air conditioner which was out for four days in two of the rooms, and issues with the TV's(just need to add a sheet of instructions). VHKW was very responsive to all our problems; no complaints there as things always break, need repair etc. They did what needed to be done to help solve our problems. Overall, I recommend this house for location, cleanliness and location; we were a group of 50 year old women, and while the house could use some updates, it served us perfectly for the week we stayed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2021
Hi Patricia, Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We appreciate your feedback. We have since placed a humidifier in the cottage to assist with the scent. We hope to see you guys again and are happy Caroline House Estate was a good fit for you gals!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love the Caroline House

this was a great house, very charming and perfect location. VHKW did a great job
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2021
Hi Craig, Thank you so much for noticing our efforts and providing us a 5 star review! We are lucky to have had guests like you and hope to see you again
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice!

Had trouble with the hot tub or would’ve been all 5 stars.
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