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Welcome to the “Heron” in Key West, Florida

One of the Colony Condominium cottages in historic Old Town Key West. Built in 1928 most likely as a

compound for Cuban cigar makers during the time when this industry flourished on the island.

Renovated in 1993 and operated as The Colony Exclusive Cottages hotel until 2004 when

the units were sold as condominiums.

We first visited the island in the spring of 2006 and fell in love with the warm climate, history,

architecture, restaurants, music, and night life that is uniquely Key West. And of course, the

people watching – from the beautiful and exquisite to the extreme and unusual - you will see

it all walking along world famous Duval Street! We were so hooked, we visited four more

times within 18 months and purchased the Heron in June of 2007 so we could return again

and again. And until we retire, we will share our “island city oasis” with our special guests.

Whether this is your first visit to Key West, or your 21st, please accept our sincere welcome.

 

Welcome & Enjoy!

The Heron #6

Colony Condominiums

714 Olivia Street

Key West, Florida 33040

 

The Murphy’s

John & Jean – sons Shane & Drew

North Potomac, Maryland

 

Contact us for availability and seasonal rates

islandcityoasis@comcast.net

(240) 506-9301


Pictures

Key West

Pool at the Colony Condominiums
Pool at the Colony Condominiums
714 Olivia Street - Key West - Email us: islandcityoasis@comcast.net or call 240-506-9301
Tropical foliage and pond
Tropical foliage and pond
A quiet getaway in walking distance to world famous Duval Street
Tropical foliage and pond view 2
Tropical foliage and pond view 2
An island city oasis
Living room and patio
Living room and patio

Sleep sofa
Sleep sofa

Fully equipped kitchen
Fully equipped kitchen

Kitchen
Kitchen

Kitchen and patio
Kitchen and patio

French doors to patio
French doors to patio

Private patio
Private patio

King size bed
King size bed

Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom view 2
Bedroom and closet
Bedroom and closet
Bedroom view 3
New bedding ensemble!
New bedding ensemble!
New tropical luxury bedding ensemble for king size bed
Bathroom
Bathroom

Bathroom tub and shower
Bathroom tub and shower

Olivia Street entrance
Olivia Street entrance
Off-street parking for our guests
Great location!
Great location!
Just a short walk to world famous Duval Street
The Conch Tour Train
The Conch Tour Train

World famous Duval Street
World famous Duval Street
Art galleries, museums, historic buildings, restaurants, shops, night clubs, and people-watching!
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
Built in 1851 by a marine architect and salvage wrecker - became Hemingway's home in 1931
Key West Lighthouse Museum
Key West Lighthouse Museum
Built in 1847 to aid ships navigating the dangerous reefs off the lower Keys
Butterfly Conservatory
Butterfly Conservatory
Key West Butterfly Conservatory - a beautiful and peaceful place
The Ghost Tour - a favorite!
The Ghost Tour - a favorite!
The Original Ghost Tours of Key West
Dante's restaurant and pool
Dante's restaurant and pool
A favorite spot for great food and music- enjoy a swim in the pool and waterfall
Smathers Beach
Smathers Beach
Open to the public
Sunbaithing on Smathers Beach
Sunbaithing on Smathers Beach

Fort Zachary Taylor Beach
Fort Zachary Taylor Beach
Fort Zachary Taylor State Park
Key West Sunset
Key West Sunset
From Mallory Square
Sunset Celebration
Sunset Celebration
Nightly celebration at Mallory Square
Thank you from the Murphy's
Thank you from the Murphy's
Blue Heaven-breakfast favorite. Contact us: islandcityoasis@comcast.net or 240-506-9301
Rooftop view of Duval Street
Rooftop view of Duval Street

Getting around town
Getting around town
Most do the "Duval Crawl" but scooters, electric cars, and bikes can be rented
Mallory Square
Mallory Square
Make time to explore
Mallory Square
Mallory Square
A quaint escape
Outdoor market
Outdoor market
Don't forget the souvenirs!
Loco for Coco
Loco for Coco
Never know what you'll find at Mallory Square
Key West Aquarium
Key West Aquarium
A family favorite
Museum of Art & History
Museum of Art & History
At the Custom House
Shipwreck Historeum
Shipwreck Historeum
Part of the rich history of the Island City
Shell Warehouse
Shell Warehouse
If it comes from the sea, its in here
Sponge Market
Sponge Market
Authentic sponges from the waters off Key West
Clinton Square Market
Clinton Square Market
Shopping - one of the great pastimes in Key West
Bagatelle Restaraunt
Bagatelle Restaraunt
An abundance of inside and outside dining along Duval Street
Annual Daschund parade
Annual Daschund parade
A real "Hot Dog" - official dog of Key West
Conch Fritters
Conch Fritters
A Key West classic
Key Lime Pie
Key Lime Pie
Gotta have a slice of this signature treat
Heavenly pie
Heavenly pie
Made from tiny key limes
It's all about the donkeys
It's all about the donkeys
Great with a slice of pie
Cuban tobacco
Cuban tobacco
Hand rolled cigars
Ahhhhh
Ahhhhh
Order one for home
Fast Buck Freddie's
Fast Buck Freddie's
Unique shopping experience
Pool side reading
Pool side reading
New, used, and rare collection
Key West Ink
Key West Ink
40 year ban on tatoo parlors in Key West lifted in September 2007
Mural
Mural
Crossing at the Seven Mile bridge
Sloppy Joe's
Sloppy Joe's
A Key West landmark
Pirate's favorite corner
Pirate's favorite corner
Only on Duval
Captain Tony's Saloon
Captain Tony's Saloon
Original location of Sloppy Joe's
Captain Tony's
Captain Tony's
The original Sloppy Joe's
Bourban Street Pub
Bourban Street Pub
A favorite spot for New Years Eve and other celebrations around the year
Restaurants and clubs
Restaurants and clubs
Something new to explore along each block of Duval
Willie T's
Willie T's
Great food and music along Duval
Hog's Breath Saloon
Hog's Breath Saloon
Great bands!
Three bars
Three bars
The Bull, Whistle Bar, and the Garden of Eden on top
Garden of Eden bar
Garden of Eden bar
For the not so modest under the stars
New Year's Eve Dec 31, 2006
New Year's Eve Dec 31, 2006
World famous New Year's Eve celebration in Key West
Catching beads, hats, and leis
Catching beads, hats, and leis
New Year's Eve
Midnight at Bourbon Street Pub
Midnight at Bourbon Street Pub

Charter Fishing!
Charter Fishing!
The Captain Hook - City Marina at Garrison Bight, Key West - 305-296-0117 Local, 800-296-8561 Toll Free
Our friend Captain Rick Haveland
Our friend Captain Rick Haveland
Caught on Captain Hook - Contact him at rhaveland@sprynet.com, 305-296-0117 or toll free 800-296-8561
Southernmost Point in the US
Southernmost Point in the US
All hail - The Conch Republic!
End of the line
End of the line
Key West is mile marker zero - the end of the line from Maine to the southernmost point

Guestbook

9/13/2009 2:43:51 PM - 001032747273
It gets harder and harder to leave our quiet getaway in Key West following each visit.  A peaceful oasis only a short walk to all the action on Duval Street and the beautiful Key West Bight marina boardwalk. We'll be back again, soon!

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