| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 45 positive, 0 negative]
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| 10/16/09 |
Positive
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| We traveled to Key West for our 20th wedding anniversary and were so lucky to find The Real Deal on VRBO! The location was perfect; we parked the car and walked everywhere. The condo is beautifully decorated and felt like our home away from home. Michele was amazing to deal with, plus we used the info she emailed us as our tour guide and had a wonderful time. We are already trying to plan a return trip! |
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Dane & Lisa, Royal Palm Beach, Florida
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| 08/20/09 |
Positive
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| I cannot say enough about this property. The Real Deal is just that. Reasonable, clean, friendly guests, GREAT location. We were literally two blocks from Duval but you could hear a pin drop in the house. The pool was great to get in and cool off in, having needing to those 90 degree august evenings. I would recommend Danger Tours for Wind and Wine as well as kayaking and snorkel. Michele was informitive, friendly and quick to respond to every single inquiry. We will be back to Key West and we will stay here again for sure. |
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heather c., Palmyra, NJ
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| 07/31/09 |
Positive
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| We have traveled to Key West for over thirty years and greatly enjoyed our stay at the Real Deal. The room was large, clean and well appointed. It was all the site said and more. We enjoyed the morning coffee on the deck, and afternoon drink around the pool. Charles was very attentive to any needs or concerns. We will definitely be back and will schedule our visit next year as soon as the dates are confirmed. Thank you Michele. |
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Dave & Nancy, New Smyrna Beach, FL |
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| 12/18/08 |
Positive
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| What a way to kick off December! Great space to borrow for a long weekend while folks at home are freezing. We wanted for nothing and we appreciated the resident kitty visiting every day! Coffee on the 2nd floor balcony followed a few hours later with cocktails! Best sleeper sofa I've ever stayed in...we'll be back as soon as possible. Thansk Michelle for your hospitality in paradise!! |
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Cynthia Stout, Indianapolis, IN
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| 12/15/08 |
Positive
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| The Real Deal is everything you could want in Key West. It was very well appointed, comfortable, clean, and best of all close to everything. Michele was a pleasure to deal with as was Charles, the housekeeper. We were in Key West for a wedding and chose not to stay at the reserved accomodations, instead we decided to take a chance on the Real Deal. Best decision ever! We enjoyed the porch, the lovely garden and pool and the local attractions within walking distance. Next visit to Key West we'll be staying at the Real Deal but for longer than the three nights we enjoyed this visit. |
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Douglas and Rebecca Canter, Niles, Michigan |
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| 11/16/08 |
Positive
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| We had been to Key West before and stayed in a condo. Our friends went during the same time and staying in a hotel on Duval. Neither of these places compared to the warm, stylish atmosphere of the Real Deal. It was so convenient to everything (Duval Street, good restaurants, Fausto's, Walgreens, and the sunset at Mallory Square each night). It really made us feel like we were living in Key West. We enjoyed our mornings overlooking Southard from the balcony and our evenings drinking wine in the lovely garden by the pool. We loved it and we will definitely return to The Real Deal! |
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Joseph and Sharron Wesley-Porter, Lexington, KY |
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| 10/06/08 |
Positive
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| The "Real Deal" was everything that was advertised on VRBO. It was beautiful, peaceful, comfortable and clean. We walked everywhere and enjoyed many of the restaraunts and activies that Michele suggusted. Joe and I were celebrating our 20th Anniversary and feel we couldn't have made a better selection for our stay. |
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Cathie, Lanham, MD |
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| 10/04/08 |
Positive
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The Real Deal is the "real deal". We stayed for 6 nights (21-27 Sep) and enjoyed every minute of our stay. Michele has decorated and furnished the condo beautifully. My husband enjoys making breakfast and he was thrilled with the kitchen and appliances in the Real Deal. The location is also part of the real deal. U can walk everywhere, come back to the condo and enjoy the quiet, the pool and garden or just sit on the porch and enjoy the view. Michele provided us a full page of suggested restaurants, shopping and must see places. We carried her list with us and referred to it often. She was right on with all her suggestions. Her list was the "yellow pages" for us. We have added the Real Deal to our "must return location". Thanks again Susan and Jack
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Susan and Jack , Bucks County Pa |
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| 09/29/08 |
Positive
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| We rented the Real Deal #3 thru Michele for my husband's 60th birthday. Since it was such a special occasion I wanted to get just the right place---and we did. The Real Deal is even nicer than the photos showed. The unit was very clean and had everything--even a surprise card and bottle of wine. The pool and the pool area were great and very appropriate for sipping wine or drinking morning coffee. We never had to use a cab or our car--that's how close to everything you are. Michele made everything so easy concerning the booking and refunding the deposit. She had great suggestions as to where to go and where to eat. It is a lovely place and you won't be disappointed. |
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Polly and Ray, Pembroke Pines, FL
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| 08/25/08 |
Positive
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| We loved the Real Deal. This place has it all - flat screen tv's, leather furniture, modern kitchen and bathroom, and a king size bed. The location can't be beat. It's just a short walk down to Duval Street and all the other attractions. This place definitely made our stay. We'll be back! |
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Rob , Baltimore, MD
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| 08/19/08 |
Positive
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| Our vacation from 8/11-8/15 would not have been so wonderful had it not been for The Real Deal. From the beautifully decorated rooms, well appointed kitchen, and friendly staff/guests, our vacation was complete. So close to all the action, yet so quiet when returning to The Real Deal. Met many new friends with whom we share new memories. Just missed "Fay", of which we are very fortunate. Thanks, Michele, for all of the fantastic restaurant/entertainment tips. DEFINITELY plan to return to The Real Deal! |
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Cecilia, Middletown, DE
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| 07/09/08 |
Positive
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We've been to Key West a number of times over the past years and havn't really found a rental that we wanted to return to, until now. "The Real Deal" is a perfect spot to stay when in the Keys and I guarentee we'll be staying there again.
Michele could not have been any more informative or responsive to our questions and/or concerns. "The Real Deal" is a beautifully decorated, spacious, and comfortable place with access to a great courtyard/pool to meet new people or spend time with the ones you came down with. Not to mention the house location is perfect.
I highly recommend this rental. You won't be disappointed. |
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Al & Deanine, Media, PA
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| 06/02/08 |
Positive
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| We enjoyed our stay at The Real Deal. It is a wonderful location and very clean. We walked every where we went. It was our first visit to Key West and it was GREAT!!!! Thanks........ |
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Carol & Jimmy, Lake Charles, La. |
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| 05/26/08 |
Positive
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| We stayed at this property in May for 4 nights. The location could not have been better, just a block and a half off Duval, near all the action. This place is just beautiful. Decorated to perfection, the kitchen is amazing, the wrap around front porch is private and a great spot to people watch. I loved our trip, and "The Real Deal" was so perfect. Could not have asked for anything better. Thank you! |
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Suzanne, Erica & Beth, Overland Park, KS |
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| 05/03/08 |
Positive
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| We couldn't have been more pleased with the accomodations, location, amenities, and cleanliness. The king size bed was a dream come true! Make SURE you visit Nancy's secret garden right around the corner, and the fresh fish sandwiches from B.O.s fish shack is something I will be dreaming about forever.... thanks Michele for all your help. We WILL be back! |
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Nancy Farber, North Lawrence Ohio
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| 04/27/08 |
Positive
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| Perfect! That describes this wonderful place to stay. We just spent a week at "The Real Deal" for our 30th anniversary and we wouldn't change a thing. If you want a really nicely furnished, convenient location with plenty of extras included for your pleasure then this is where you need to stay. This was our kind of place and we are already looking forward to our next stay. Thanks Michele for everything! |
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Dudley & Kris Johnson, Milledgeville, Georgia
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| 04/22/08 |
Positive
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| We just loved the "Real Deal". Michele has decorated and furnished it beautifully. The condo is very spacious and the grounds are great too. It is very close to everything without being in the middle of it. We can't wait to go back. |
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Elizabeth Iszler, Novi, MI |
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| 04/17/08 |
Positive
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We have just return from the "Real Deal" after a wonderful few days in Key West. The "Real Deal" is the perfect location and the perfect place to call "HOME" while visiting Key West. The condo is beautifully furnished and Michele has provided all the amenities you could want or need. The location is ideal for walking to restaurants, Mallory Square, historic sites, etc. We highly recommend the "Real Deal" and look forward to our next visit.
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Sue & Tom Ullery, Fort Myers, FL
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| 04/09/08 |
Positive
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| Absolutley loved this condo. It is far nicer than the pics appear. The location couldn't have been better. We never got into our car the whole week. Michele is an absolute dream to work with Can't wait to plan another trip. |
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Troy and Kelli Hogue, Murfreesboro, TN
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| 04/01/08 |
Positive
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| The Real Deal is a lovely condo in a great location in key west. We parked our car and never used it, as we were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Our two boys enjoyed our stay as well and the list of attractions from the cordial owners was our key to restaurants and entertainment. Our favorite was sitting on the porch, people watching and relaxing, after a day of sun and fun! Thanks! Tom and Agnes in Chicago. |
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Anonymous, Chicago, Illinois |
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| 03/06/08 |
Positive
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We spent this past week Feb 27-March 5 2008 at the "Real Deal" in Key West. We cannot say enough about it. The condo is just GREAT! It is very tastefully decorated. Completely remodeled with wonderful furnishings and decor. You never know when you rent off the internet, sight unseen, if the pictures tell the truth or not.In this case the pictures don't do "The Real Deal" ENOUGH justice. Very clean and nice. I must admit that I am always apprehensive when I open the door of a rental for the first time ,having been disappointed in the past, coming in thinking I hope this is what I think it is and the Real Deal was more than I thought it was. Very Comfortable LR, The Kitchen all brand new and updated with all new appliances. We cooked in a few nights just because it was so comfortable at the condo. The porch is fabulous. Private from the rest of the building. We had our wine & Hors d'œuvres on the porch before dinner then we made our dinner with the fresh seafood and meats we bought at Fausto's Market just around the corner from the condo and ate outside on the porch. It was just wonderful and saved us the cost of eating out:-) everynight. So warm and relaxing out there. We had our coffee outside on the porch every morning and watched the "Conch train" go by with all the vacationing Key Westers off to their plans for the day. The bedroom is King size and very comfortable and very tastefully decorated with plenty of pillows and a TV in the bedroom. We slept so well and soundly there. Husband teased that I got up so early in KW, where at home he has to drag me out of bed to go to work, (what does that tell you?) We enjoyed the pool very much. The water kept so nice and warm!! Loved sitting by the pool and chatting with the wonderful people we met there. Beach towels provided so you don't have to bring your own. The maintainence people are so very nice and helpful. Charlie and Kelly so absolutly willing to be of service in any way. Michele is just fantastic and could not ask for a better person to deal with. She is so helpful with places to go and things to do and such a nice person. She is very available and very willing to be of service and help. No One could possibly go wrong renting the "Real Deal" in KW. The location was just perfect for us. It is in old town a block and half from Duval. Not on the beach or water but very conveniently located to every single thing you could want to do in Key West. The water is within a mile each way. Beach at the end of the street the condo is on if you want to ride the bike to beach and stay there for a day. We walked every where and had no problem doing so. We rented bikes but really did not use them we walked every where. From very picky people we have NO hesitation to recommend the "Real Deal" to anyone wanting to vacation in Key West. We cannot wait to go back!!!!!! Thanks Michele.
Gary and Barb
Jenison, Michigan 3-06-2008 |
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Barb & Gary , Jenison, Michigan
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| 02/10/08 |
Positive
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| We stayed here in late January and had a great time. The condo was awesome! It is beatifully decorated, close to everywhere(we didn't drive at all during our stay)and the porch was a great place to hang for coffee in the morning and wine at night. You won't find a better location in KW or better people to deal with, the hospitality was top notch. A+++ place to stay |
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Eri & Cyndi, Bethalto, IL |
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| 02/03/08 |
Positive
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We just returned home from Key West after a lovely week at The Real Deal. The condo couldn't have been better. The location was great - very close to shops, restaurants and grocery store and only a short walk to Mallory Square to enjoy the sunsets. The place was very well maintained and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Sitting on the porch with our morning coffee to plan our day or relaxing poolside were both activities we enjoyed. The owner was extremely easy to work with, friendly and helpful. You couldn't do better than staying here. Two thumbs way up from us!
(P.S. Kudos to Sarabeth's restaurant just a few steps from the condo - we enjoyed several delicious meals there. Also loved Blue Heaven.)
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Lynn & Charlie Hall, Fort Wayne, IN |
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| 01/29/08 |
Positive
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| we loved this immaculate litle gem from the moment we walked through the door. It was very spacious and decorated beautifully. We stayed for two weeks. we hated to leave. all the beautiful linens and other amenities, too numerous to mention, were wonderful! we give "real deal" and it's owner five(5) stars! |
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lynne & al, buffalo,new york |
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| 01/23/08 |
Positive
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| We were thrilled with this condo. Every aspect of this little gem was very upscale. The location is fabulous! We were fortunate to be able to stay for two weeks. I hated to leave both Key West and this adorable spot with a great front porch and pool. We will definitely be back! |
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lynne & al, buffalo, new york |
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| 12/17/07 |
Positive
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| I’m a professional journalist and yet I can not express in words how wonderful our experience was in “The Real Deal.” You will not find a better value in the entire state of Florida, let alone Key West. I spend five months a year traveling for business and I can say this is one of the nicest places I’ve stayed. In addition to being immaculate, the place was spotless. You could have eaten off the floors. It is well-maintained and the owners obviously take a little pride in what they offer. It was a wonderful place, a wonderful experience and a trip my wife and I hope to make again. We won’t stay anywhere else in Key West. The only thing better than staying in The Real Deal was the communication with the owner. The process was extremely easy from the payment to getting the key to the residence to the departure. I also received several emails with suggestions and local hot spots. This was truly easy and infinitely better than staying in a hotel or resort. Thank you! |
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Rob Cleveland, Indianapolis, IN |
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| 10/23/07 |
Positive
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| WOW!!! We are still on cloud nine after returning from an awesome, peaceful trip to Key West. The true gem was "The Real Deal". It is a charming condo. I felt at though I was entering into a very welcome environment with the old-time feel but yet the modern conveniences of today. The pictures on this listing are beautiful, but do not give the condo justice. I guess you have to see it for youself to see how inviting and comfortable it really is. The location cannot be beat and neither can the hospitality! We will never look for another place to stay in Key West. We will be staying at "The Real Deal"! Thanks to the owners for the information about the area and for all the little "extras" that made us feel so special (a bottle of wine, fruit basket, etc.) Thanks again for a memorable visit. We will be back!! |
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Sandy Holcombe, Florence, AL |
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| 10/23/07 |
Positive
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| We abosolutely had a wonderful time in Key West. We love your condo. The new renovations make your place top-notch!!! We rented bikes for the week and were so close to everything. No cars needed. The balcony was probably our favorite spot there. We didn't feel 'crowded' at your pool - nice and peaceful there as well. And the beauty of your place is that if you feel like entertainment and action - you are moments away!!! We can't wait to stay there again. Thanks you so much. |
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Linette Howe, Lexington, KY
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| 10/22/07 |
Positive
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| Beautiful unit within an easy walk of much of downtown Key West. Owner and property agent are extremely helpful and attentive. Strongly recommend. |
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Anonymous, Big Canoe, GA
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| 10/14/07 |
Positive
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| Absolutely the best rental we have ever had == and we do this quite a bit! The place was beautiful, ideally located, and just great. The owner is wonderful and the unit is just updated and perfect. We will be coming back -- this time without the boys! |
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Karen, Mentone, AL
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| 08/09/07 |
Positive
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| This is the "Real Deal" We LOVED it. The location could not be more perfect.The condo was so clean,it had everthing you would need and more. The porch was our favorite place to be . To say the least this is the best place on the Island!See ya next year. |
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Jami, Jacksonville, Florida
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| 07/30/07 |
Positive
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| The Real Deal is ideal. The location is convenient and the condo is clean and very comfortable.We loved it and can't wait to return. |
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Anonymous |
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| 07/26/07 |
Positive
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What a great place to stay--comfortable, clean and convenient. The owner was a great help in terms of things to do and places to eat. The garden pool was so relaxing and a perfect place for morning coffee. The state park is within easy walking distance and the best beach in Key West. Highly recommend this unit.
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Beth Velde, Blounts Creek, NC |
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| 07/20/07 |
Positive
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| This is such a nice, clean place! We walked into the place and it was nice and cool and had the radio playing. The kitchen area is big enough that you could eat in every night if you wanted to. We only stayed for one night, but we had a great night. The location couldn't be better for Key West - it is really right in the middle of everything. |
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Carrie Davis
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| 07/06/07 |
Positive
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| We had a fantastic time! The Real Deal really is just that. It's in a perfect location with all the amenities of home. We loved sitting on the porch in the evenings and the king-size bed was so comfy! We will definitely be staying again. Thanks for your generosity and providing us with a fantastic place to stay in Key West! |
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Anonymous |
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| 06/21/07 |
Positive
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| Staying at the Real Deal was the next best thing to living there. Felt like a local. It was nice to go away and not have the coldness of a large resort, rather the warmith and ambience of a private residence. Amenities were great!!!! |
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pan, orlando
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| 06/21/07 |
Positive
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| This condo was perfect in every way — perfect size, perfect location, nice comfy bed, and great porch and pool. Highly recomended. Quiet, but still right by all the action. |
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Will, Virginia |
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| 06/06/07 |
Positive
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| we absolutely loved the "Real Deal". It definitely exceeded our expectations. Great location, great views, great porch! The place is equipped with everything you could need or want. We loved it so much and can't wait to come back! |
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adrienne & jami, jacksonville, FL
904-000-0000 |
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| 05/29/07 |
Positive
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Wow - this is a great place! I have been to Florida many times but I took a friend who had never been - expectations are now high!!!!
We will be back!!! (Go to Blue Heaven to eat!) |
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Julia , SLC, UT
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| 05/17/07 |
Positive
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| This is the "Real Deal"! Picturs do it no justice. Greet location, The Balconies are often where we spent our time in at.What a great location, just a short walk from everything!We will be back soon! |
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Jami, Jacksonville Florida |
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| 04/29/07 |
Positive
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| This place was fantastic! Perfect location and spacious unit. Much larger than I had expected. I HIGHLY recommend it!! |
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Aimee, Durham, CT |
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| 04/10/07 |
Positive
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| We loved it! We felt like locals. We rented bikes and never had to use the car the entire time there. A great place to stay. It was cozy and very welcoming. |
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Nicole, Colorado |
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| 04/09/07 |
Positive
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| The condo is very cozy and it's perfect place to spend a getaway in key west. Close to all the places we wanted to visit but quiet and spacious enough for our little baby...who just loved to play in the pool. Hope we can get back soon! |
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Anonymous, Port St. Lucie, FL |
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| 04/02/07 |
Positive
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| Our accomodations were more than we had anticipated. From the moment we arrived we felt we were not only on vacation but on vacation in Key West. The building is charming and the balconies are great. The room is full of conveniences and in a central location. We had to stay in luxury resort for triple the price and it did not compare to our stay in Hollenseed House. Thank you for a great stay, can't wait to return. Thanks Again. |
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Jack Weir, west palm beach, Fl
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| 04/02/07 |
Positive
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Great place!! So close to all the action but still in a
quiet neighborhood. We had a wonderful time here. |
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Anonymous, Chicago, IL
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