The neighborhood is alive, dynamic, and surrounded by Key West History - unquestionably the most intact Old Town Key West neighborhood on the island. There are excellent restaurants within walking distance, and Duval Street is only two blocks from the property - close enough, yet far enough away! Ft. Zachary Taylor, located only two blocks to the west of the property, is a National Historic Park and boasts the nicest beach with the best sunsets on the island. OVERVIEW The Cigar House is a 100+ year old Cigarmaker's house. The house is recently renovated, charming, spacious, secluded and private. The house can comfortably accommodate a maximum of four (4) guests, who are comfortable sharing an open sociable living environment - (1) queen bed, (1) full sleeper sofa, and a full bed in the downstairs bedroom at the end of the living room. The raised vaulted ceiling creates an open living environment. The downstairs floor is the original Dade County Pine. All window, door, and floor trim is turn of the century style. The house has a secured wi-fi network, a Sony 32" flat screen HDTV, a Sony 26" flatscreen HDTV, Sony DVD player, Sony CD/AM/FM player. The house has central air conditioning, a ceiling fan, and a stacked washer and dryer. There is a stainless steel propane barbecue located on the pool deck. FIRST FLOOR There is a full kitchen (all cooking and eating utensils), Corian countertops, mahogany cabinets, and a serve thru eating counter . There is a living/dining room, which has a queen sleeper sofa, LED lighting, a Sony 32" flat screen HDTV, and a mahogany credenza. Also located on the first floor is the bathroom, which has been recently completely renovated; it has a vaulted ceiling, track lighting, and a new, completely renovated bathroom. LOFT The loft sleeping area has a queen size bed and a Sony 26" flat screen HDTV. COMMON ELEMENTS The five (5) house compound is private and secure with a 30' x 10' heated main pool including a 10' x 5' heated Jacuzzi. In addition, there is a private 10' x 8' heated Jacuzzi. There are brick walkways, and a newly constructed 40' x 10' sun deck, including a stainless steel propane barbecue, chaise lounges for sunbathing and relaxing, and tables and chairs for dining. Throughout the property there is secured wireless internet access, and 24 hour cctv security monitoring. LANDSCAPING The landscaping is lush including various tropical palm species, Poinciana, Spanish limes, avocado, bananas, hibiscus, bougainvillea, haliconias, bromeliads, and orchids, brick walkways. EXCELLENT LOCATION The gated compound is within easy walking or biking distance to everything in Old Town Key West, located at the corner of Thomas and Angela Streets - two (2) blocks from the center of Duval Street. In addition to being within easy walking and biking distance to Duval Street, and the best entertainment & dining on the island, the vacation property is located two (2) blocks from Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, the best beach and picnic area in Key West. CHICKENS & ROOSTERS The City of Key West protects chickens and roosters, and considers them as part of the history and charm of Key West. As a result, Key West and many of the islands throughout the Florida Keys have free-range chickens and roosters. You will definitely see and hear chickens and roosters during your stay in Key West. Some visitors to Key West love them, and some visitors hate them - personally, I enjoy them best roasted, with plantains, and black beans and rice! We offer weekly and monthly stay discounts The neighborhood is alive, dynamic, and surrounded by Key West History - unquestionably the most intact Old Town Key West neighborhood on the island. There are excellent restaurants within walking distance, and Duval Street is only two blocks from the property - close enough, yet far enough away! Ft. Zachary Taylor, located only two blocks to the west of the property, is a National Historic Park and boasts the nicest beach with the best sunsets on the island. The best way to get around Key West is on a bicycle, which we have on the property available to our guests for a nominal fee - no need to rent bikes at an offsite location. Keep in mind that the island is only 2 miles by four miles, and during season, its much easier to park a bike than a car! (...and a little exercise is not such a bad thing)