A Touch of Cuba in Key West

Welcome to "A Touch of Cuba in Key West"
Welcome to "A Touch of Cuba in Key West"
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Welcome to "A Touch of Cuba in Key West"

A Touch of Cuba in Key West

About this rental

Condo (Sleeps 4)
720 sq. ft.  ·   2 bedrooms   ·  1 bathroom
Key West Condo
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • 720 sq. ft.
1 review
  • Sleeps: 4
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Property Type: Condo
  • Minimum Stay: 7 - 8 nights
  • Living Area: 720 sq. ft.

So welcome to Key West and the Shipyard section of the Truman Annex. You have many choices of accommodations and since I am not a real estate salesman or property manager, allow me let the photos and description speak for themselves. My over sized two bedroom, one bathroom condominium end unit (cross ventilation) is located on picturesque Southard Street, the main entrance to the best location on the island, the Truman Annex where you can walk to just about everything you want to see or do. I am confident you would like this vacation home away from home. It is impeccably designed, meticulously maintained and you are surrounded with restful colors on the wall and art work from my many visits to Cuba on educational and humanitarian trips. I have everything you need for a worry free island vacation. Top mattresses, high thread linens, thirsty bath towels, large deep beach towels, high speed WIFI, reserved and secure parking and cable TV. Your comfort is my first priority and between my home itself and the large back deck shaded with a large umbrella, you can "rest" assured that you will enjoy your stay. The furniture is comfortable. The kitchen fully equipped from the Bosch dishwasher to the exotic micro wave and the Keurig coffee maker. Need a hair dryer? Got it. Iron? In above the large front loading washer and dryer. Beach chairs? Next to the W/D. Ask me about other amenities. And yes, there is the mandatory blender. This is my personal home so I would like to deal with you directly on email and telephone before we make a booking. By condominium association rules, THERE IS A MINIMUM OF A 7 NIGHTSTAY USUALLY FROM A SATURDAY TO SATURDAY. Now on to more detail.

Unique Benefits

1. My vacation condominium is larger than most at 720 square ft.
2. I have a cable tv in both bedrooms and the living room.
3. My parking spot is extra wide and just a few feet from my back door.
4. Appliances are all top line from the Bosch dishwasher to the Keurig Coffee maker.
5. I am on picturesque Southard St. with the security house just steps away.
6. The pool is 100 steps from my back gate so near enough for a super easy walk and far enough from any noise.
7. On the walls is art work from my frequent visits to Cuba.
8. And finally, my properties are given deep cleaning following CDC guidelines even though the pandemic seems to have wound down.

Why Kids Love It

Where do I begin? I have a Pac n Play and booster chair for very little ones. I have games and toys for all ages. And the chickens, little gekkos (not the insurance spokesman however), nearby playgrounds and waterpark and of course the pool make this a very family friendly home.

Area Information

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder as they say but you name your passion and Key West has it. Water activities? There's snorkeling, sunset cruises, waterskis, para sailing, diving, kayak eco tours and glass bottom boats for the non swimmers. The Arts? Three professional theaters and a symphony and musicians in just about every purveyor of adult beverages and you can take painting lessons and other art activities at The Studios of Key West..

Attractions Within Walking Distance

I could say everything and anything but to be specific, the Ft. Zach beach is 800 yards away. Duval Street with its unique shops and award winning restaurants is two and a half blocks in the other direction. But you name an attraction e.g. Hemingway House; Truman Summer White House; the Aquarium etc., they are all within walking distance.

Favorite Places To Eat

Blue Heaven has been my favorite restaurant for over my 30 years of being in Key West. Order the Yellowtail Snapper on Angel Hair pasta and you will agree with my assessment. But all the well known and popular eateries...LaTrattoria; Antonias, Red Dog, Mangos, Flaming Buoy, are all a stroll away.

Inside Scoop

This rental site suggests giving tips that only locals know. I will save that information to share if you choose to rent my vacation home. I don L't want my "competitors" to steal my secrets. LOL

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Amenities

Beds
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • 2 Twin Beds
Features
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Beach chairs
  • Bed linens provided
  • Communal pool
  • Game room
  • Heated pool
  • Heating
  • Housekeeper included
  • Internet
  • Kid friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Lawn / garden
  • Managed by owner
  • Non-smoking
  • Parking available
  • Patio or deck
  • Pets allowed
  • Porch
  • Private pool
  • Towels provided
  • WiFi
  • Wireless internet
Appliances
  • Blender
  • Cable / satellite TV
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee maker
  • DVD player
  • Dishes & utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and board
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Smoke alarm
  • Stove
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Toaster
  • Washer & Dryer
Nearby Activities
  • Aquarium
    (< 1 mile)
  • Basketball Court
    (< 1 mile)
  • Beach
    (< 1 mile)
  • Bicycling
    (< 1 mile)
  • Boating
    (< 1 mile)
  • Children's Pool
    (< 1 mile)
  • Deep Sea Fishing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Fishing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Golf
    (2 miles)
  • Grocery Store
    (< 1 mile)
  • Gym/Fitness Center
    (< 1 mile)
  • Hiking
    (< 1 mile)
  • Jet Skiing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Kayaking
    (< 1 mile)
  • Live Entertainment
    (< 1 mile)
  • Movie Theater
    (< 1 mile)
  • Ocean
    (< 1 mile)
  • Parasailing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Park
    (< 1 mile)
  • Playground
    (< 1 mile)
  • Sailing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Scuba Diving
    (< 1 mile)
  • Shopping Area
    (< 1 mile)
  • Snorkeling
    (< 1 mile)
  • Tennis
    (< 1 mile)
  • Volleyball Court
    (< 1 mile)
  • Water Park
    (< 1 mile)
  • Windsurfing
    (< 1 mile)

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Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in 
Rate PeriodNightlyWeekend NightWeeklyMonthlyMin Stay
Nov 06 - Dec 18 2024
$2,650 $9,800 7 nights
Dec 28 2024 - Jan 04 2025
$3,000 7 nights
Jan 04 - Jul 05 2025
$2,800 7 nights
Jul 05 - Oct 18 2025
$2,700 7 nights
Oct 18 - Oct 26 2025
$3,000 8 nights

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Fees:

Pet Fee: $100
Damage deposit: $400

Tax Rate: 12.5%

Notes:

Owner's Cancellation Policy

100% rent refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. Deposit rolled over to new dates

50% refund if cancelled after 60 days before arrival date. Deposit forfeited.h

Full credit for the rent/taxes will be given in the event of a mandatory hurricane evacuation ordered by state/local officials

Service Fee fully refunded on cancellations that qualify for 100% refund. This will give first preference on an available week to guests who have suffered this displacement.

Availability

Last updated on November 19, 2024

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Location

Nearest Airport: Key West International Airport - 2 miles
Nearest Bar: Green Parrot - 0.1 miles
Nearest Beach: Ft. Zachary Taylor State Park - 0.5 miles
Nearest Golf: Key West Golf Club on Stock Island - 2 miles
Nearest Restaurant: Blue Heaven - 0.2 miles

Hosted by Jack Agnew

Jack Agnew

Member since 2017

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Year purchased: 1999

About the host: I live in Key West half the year and the rest in Boston where my two daughters, their significant other and two granddaughters reside. I have loved Key West for years and when I sold my public relations company in 1999, I purchased my first of two properties in the Shipyard section of the Truman Annex. I also own a two bedroom, two bath cottage down the street from a Touch of Cuba if a party of up to six need a place to stay. My career was in radio and television before being a partner in a major public relations firm. I also am a professional actor with my last show in Key West being the musical "Young Frankenstein"at the Waterfront Playhouse. Oh yes, I also teach as an adjunct at Lasell University in Newton, Mass.

Why this property? Frankly, I was bummed out that by living in Key West for six months, I had no nice vacation property to rent. So last December I purchased a second property which I named A Touch of Cuba in Key West since I have lots of art work and memorabilia from my many educational and humanitarian trip to the island to our south. So I live sometimes here and other times in my cottage

Photos

  • Welcome to "A Touch of Cuba in Key West"
    Welcome to "A Touch of Cuba in Key West"
  • Back where it begins on picturesque Southard St.
    Back where it begins on picturesque Southard St.
  • A Touch of Cuba in Key West #3
  • A view of the living room now looking towards the kitchen
    A view of the living room now looking towards the kitchen
  • The spacious living room looks out on the large back deck
    The spacious living room looks out on the large back deck
  • Another angle looking at the living room.
    Another angle looking at the living room.
  • Stepping back so you can see the relation of the dining area to living room
    Stepping back so you can see the relation of the dining area to living room
  • My fully equipped and spacious kitchen
    My fully equipped and spacious kitchen
  • A very large breakfast nook conveniently nestled next to the kitchen
    A very large breakfast nook conveniently nestled next to the kitchen
  • Another view of the dining area.
    Another view of the dining area.
  • A wider view of the kitchen and it's view of the living room and deck
    A wider view of the kitchen and it's view of the living room and deck
  • You can chit chat with your friends while in the kitchen.
    You can chit chat with your friends while in the kitchen.
  • The Master Bedroom. Top linens and a super comfortable mattress
    The Master Bedroom. Top linens and a super comfortable mattress
  • Enjoy the built in bureau and closet
    Enjoy the built in bureau and closet
  • You are surrounded by enough foliage to have privacy.
    You are surrounded by enough foliage to have privacy.
  • You can't see it but I have a hammock for your relaxing pleasure
    You can't see it but I have a hammock for your relaxing pleasure
  • The nearby Ft. Zach Beach.
    The nearby Ft. Zach Beach.

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A touch is all you need…

A touch of Cuba was the perfect little spot. We are now spoiled to the conveniences of renting direct with the owner, having Class A rated efficiencies, Beach, Bikes, Pool, very quiet and well kept area in the Truman Anex! 5 Stars! So happy we found Florida Rentals and A Touch of Cuba! You will not be disappointed. JB

Stayed: Submitted: September 10, 2021

Owner response

Good reviews are much appreciated as I do value a guests input so I can always try to improve his/her stay. I thank Jack very much and hope he returns.

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