Check into the Blue Porch Cottage and waste no time getting settled into the true spirit of Key West. Situated snugly in Old Town, the neighborhood’s authenticity pairs perfectly with the owners’ evident passion and penchant for design: you’ll get all the historic charm yet all the modern amenities and style of this luxe rental. As a guest, it won’t take long to see why the owners immediately fell in love with its character and location and got right to work pouring their craftsmanship and expertise into it.

This charming 1880’s cottage first welcomes you in with a quintessential Key West blue porch. Upon entry, the unique wood grain of the original Dade County Pine will catch your eye as sunlight spills in over exposed beams. This original pine is as Key West as it gets, especially since the home also features the original yet fully restored counterweight windows. These well-preserved elements give you a vivid glimpse into the space’s rich history.

Pops of color provide a joyful, fresh energy to this one-bedroom cottage as you make your way down the hallway to the back half of the home. Enjoy morning coffee, lazy post-beach lunches, and dinners in the spacious, bright kitchen. When we tell you the owner has 30+ years of contracting and design experience, you won’t be at all surprised. The more you explore the details of your stay at 524 Grinnell, the more you’ll appreciate the quality of the custom cabinets, floors, walls, bookshelves, tiling- everything crafted with love and intention. If you need more room for little ones or additional friends and family, a Murphy bed folds out into the front room.

The owners’ joy for gardening will also enchant any guest in the tranquil outdoor space, complete with a saltwater dipping pool for a refresh whenever you need one. Fluffy ferns and other happy, native plants surround the pool for a relaxing and secluded backyard break.

After a bit of biking around town or to the beach, make your way back down the alley and park under the glowing bougainvillea. Enjoy a rinse in the private backyard shower and you’ll be ready for a cocktail on the iconic blue porch before heading out to enjoy vibrant Old Town nightlife.

It’s quite an art form to marry the historical elements of these old Key West homes with modern materials and amenities, but these owners are exemplary of such a balance and are thrilled to share it with others. We imagine any guest would be happy to call the Blue Porch Cottage their home base while making memories in beautiful Key West.