Carriage House Cottage

If you’ve been to Key West, chances are you’ve passed by the Carriage House Cottage without even taking notice. But that’s not for lack of its artistic charm or historic interest. Rather, it is the ubiquitous archway framing the 1800’s horse carriage pass-through that would have caught your eye, for there is nothing quite like it anywhere else on the island. But when you stop and take a closer look, a private front porch framed in Victorian gingerbread trim, point to the front door entrance hinting that inside is a charming cottage with all the comforts of home.

The front door steps right into the open living room / kitchen area. Walls throughout the cottage painted in light soothing colors with pine planked walls pickled in some rooms to show the beauty of the original pine wood grain. The rooms feel spacious and airy with 12 foot ceilings and plenty of sash windows invite in the sunlight. A nice mix of tropically stylish furniture, restored antiques, and tasteful artwork make you feel at home. The living room has a queen sleeper sofa to offer additional sleeping if desired. Best for up to 4 people but will sleep 6.

The pass-through kitchenette is remodeled with dark green pottery tiles, a nice contrast with the white cabinetry. Furnished with a counter stove top, microwave, and full-size euro refrigerator, a standing height counter connects the living room and kitchen, making it easy to snack and set up for cocktails.

To find the bedrooms, pass through the kitchenette to the hallway that runs down one side of the building. Each bedroom offers a comfortable queen size bed, and both are left uncluttered with a pretty combination of tropical and antique furnishings, keeping with the Victorian – tropical theme of the cottage. The shared bathroom is located near the living room / kitchen area. Original plank board walls in the bathroom are painted bright white, and the bathtub with in-tub shower is retro-fitted with sage green tile. A free-standing sink and modern fixtures create an inviting setting.

In a prime Old Town Key West location, connected with one of the oldest official resorts in Key West, the Carriage House Cottage is a harbor of hospitality. Not only does it provide all the comforts of home, resort amenities are gratis, which include the use of the 15 x 30 foot shared pool and large tropical tree gardens. Best of both worlds, a private cottage within a resort setting, this could be your private get-away in Key West’s famous Historic Seaport Neighborhood.

Grounds:
Guests of the Carriage House Cottage have full use of resort grounds and amenities at the Island City House. In addition to your own private front porch, you are invited to share the large historic tropical tree garden and 15’ x 30’ swimming pool located just around the corner. Guests are also treated to many hotel amenities include concierge services. Here you have the best of both worlds – a private cottage, and hotel style conveniences.

Bedding Summary:
• Bedroom One – Queen size bed
• Bedroom Two – Queen size bed
• Living Room: Queen Sleeper

Amenities: Prime Old Town Key West location. Kitchenette with counter cook top, microwave, full euro size refrigerator, capsule expresso machine, and essential cooking equipment. Private front porch with charming street view, from which you can watch the world of Key West go by. Central A/C, flat screen cable TV’s. Linens and towels provided.

Special Feature: Guests are invited to enjoy all amenities at the family resort. This includes the shared swimming pool with sun deck, sauna room, and historic tree garden. Here you have the best of both hospitality worlds – your own private cottage, plus resort amenities at your fingertips.

Activities: Key West Historic Seaport neighborhood. Walk to the seaport in a few minutes – enjoy the historic schooner ships, go on a sunset sail, day sailing, catch a boat to go diving on the reef, go fishing. Beaches are easily accessed. Impressive variety of seafood and steak restaurants and the unique waterfront Schooner Wharf Bar. Local artisan stores full of art, boutique clothing and gift stores. Famous Duval Street is just 3 ½ streets away (remember it takes 3 to 4 Key West streets to equal the distance of a typical city block).Walk to all old town features, including museums, theaters, night life. Walk to Mallory Square Sunset Celebration in about 15 minutes.

Area: This cottage is located in the famous Historic Seaport neighborhood in a Victorian carriage house, the only one remaining on the island from the late 1880’s. This is Key West’s first neighborhood, where founding fathers, mothers, opportunistic mariners, of the late 1800’s and 1900’s built homes that stand today as one of the largest and most impressive collection of turn-of-the-century architecture. Today this district includes famous waterfront restaurants and bars, retail stores, museums, fishing and sailing charters, in addition to a large variety of historic homes.

Parking: The best place to park is in the City of Key West Parking Garage located at the Historic Seaport on Caroline St. From this location a car is not really necessary. We recommend that if you drive into Key West, you park your car and forget about it. Enjoy walking and walking the island.

Restrictions: Smoke Free Property. No pets. Please don’t ask. We do not accept guests less than 25 years of age unless accompanied by a family group or guardian.

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