Duval Square in Key West

There's no more perfect place to practice the art of tropical vacationing than this professionally decorated, two-story townhome, which features two bedrooms, two and a half baths, a private deck with private hot tub, and a master bedroom balcony. A short walkway flanked by lush gardens leads to a large, temperature-controlled pool and covered gazebo overlooking the world-famous Duval Street. Or if you prefer sand and salt water, the nearest beach is just a few blocks away.
Duval Square is one of the townhouses forming a small rooftop community secluded above quaint shops and excellent restaurants. The street level also offers gated parking and security entrances for the townhouses. Despite its location in the heart of Old Town Key West, Duval Square has an unparalleled air of tranquility, elegance, and exclusivity. The front door anchor-and-starfish wreath sets the seaside theme for the rest of the residence, one that takes top honors for décor. The front foyer is much more than an entryway. Here you'll find a wall-mounted hook rack, a bench, baskets and cubbies to hold the things you want handy as you enter or exit your home away from home. One pillow on the bench proclaims a quintessential Key West adage: Life is Better in Flip Flops.The foyer leads to an open floor plan typical of the island's inclination to promote a seamless, contemporary social flow among the heretofore separate functions of cooking, eating, and relaxing. Ocean blue walls unify the space, as do the natural fiber area rugs, travertine floors, and beachcomber art accoutrements. To the right of the foyer is a fully equipped kitchen with contemporary track lighting above. There's plenty of counter space as well as a snack bar with two cushioned stools. Wall cabinets and below-counter cabinets provide copious storage, making it easy to keep everything you're not using out of your way. A window over the double sink admits plenty of ambient light. Later, as the day turns to evening, you can turn to the track lighting for illumination. This is an ideal kitchen for preparing a four-course meal or for warming leftovers from some fabulous meal you ate the night before in one of the nearly 200 area restaurants and bars. The kitchen area also has a washer/dryer closet and a storage closet.The track lighting motif repeats in the dining area, where a solid hardwood table, matching sideboard, and cushioned chairs create the perfect spot for casual or formal meals or just a game of cards. A four-light rope chandelier hangs over the table, adding a distinctive nautical touch in daylight or evening mood lighting at night. The living area centers on a white slip-covered couch that doubles as a pull-out queen sleeper. A matching overstuffed armchair stands nearby. Colorful throw pillows dot the couch and chair, some in nautical stripes and some in coral patterns. The wall above the couch hosts a striking, three-panel octopus painting in black and white. Two large round ottomans nearby can serve as footstools or coffee tables for drinks and books. A flatscreen TV hangs on the opposite wall, perfectly positioned for viewing from the couch and chair, and under it sits a handy door-and-drawer storage cabinet. Of course there's cable, wireless high-speed Internet, and a DVD player. Over the living area, a Casablanca ceiling fan creates cooling air currents. A convenient half guest bath completes the first floor layout. Although the living area is visually appealing, casual, and very comfortable, your eyes can't help but shift to the glass French doors that lead to the outside deck. Here the theme of ocean blue with black and white accents is masterfully continued in chairs, love seat, and tables. A market umbrella provides shade while white lattice work forms the perimeter, creating a private space that still allows the sea breezes off the Atlantic Ocean to waft through. In the right corner of the deck stands an inviting, two-person hot tub where you could relax with your morning latte or your late-night cocktail. If you aren't already wishing you could move in permanently, you will feel that way once you see the upstairs. A carpeted staircase leads to the second floor, which has two bedrooms, a queen bed in the guest bedroom, and a king in the master suite. Each has a private en suite full bath. The beds are comfortable, the décor is well-coordinated with the downstairs, and plenty of sunshine comes through the windows. Chests of drawers, nightstands, and large closets provide all the "put away" space you will need for your vacation wardrobe. Through the glass doors in the master bedroom is a fresh air balcony with two chairs and a table. From the left side of it you can see the pool.When adventure calls, stroll down to the pool, which is heated and exclusively for guests. The pool is spacious and the chaise lounges inviting. Sit under the canopied roof for shade or out in the sun to work on a tan. If others are enjoying the pool at the same time, you can strike up a conversation, share vacation stories, and get tips about great places to go in Key West. Or maybe it's time to wander down to Duval Street itself, a thoroughfare that has been officially designated a Great Street by the American Planning Association. A left turn will head you toward the Southernmost Café and the shores of the Atlantic. A right turn will send you toward the Gulf of Mexico. In between are all the things that make the Conch Republic so famous: beaches, tours, museums, shopping, food and drink establishments, and the Key West Aquarium where you can pet a shark if you dare. Or maybe you'd prefer to have butterflies land on your shoulder at the Butterfly Conservatory. If the arts interest you, you've come to the right place for music, movies, plays, art galleries, lectures, artists' open studios, and more. Don't miss the sunset celebration at Mallory Square or the opportunities for all kinds of water sports along the Historic Seaport boardwalk.To know what's going on from day to day, check out Historic Hideaways' informative Area Guide/Events page at http://www.historichideaways.com/key-west-events/. Other information on the current music scene, movies, plays, gallery openings, and charitable events can be found at milezerokeywest.com (calendar section) or in the print publication Paradise, which is available at various locations around town every Thursday.
Amenities Include:
- Bed Size 1st/Master: King
- Bed Size 2nd Rm: Queen
- Beds Pull-out: Queen Sleep Sofa
- Number of Baths: 2 Full, 1 Half
- Parking: One Car
- Square Footage, Est.: 950
- Pool: Shared Heated
- Spa: Yes - 2 Person
- High Speed Internet: Wireless
- Cable Television(s): Yes
- DVD Player(s): Yes
- Patio: Yes
- Ceiling Fans: Yes
- Washer/Dryer: Yes
- Dishwasher: Yes
- Microwave: Yes
- Air Conditioned: Central
- Bldg. Complex Name: Duval Square
- Beach Distance: Walking
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