We stayed here for the first time in January 2013 and were joined by my brother Chris and his wife Gail. We had previously spent a fantastic week cruising the Carribean on Carnival Valor and seeing our daughter who is a dancer on that ship. Whilst that was a wonderful experience our stay in Key West and the wonderful delights of the M&A were indeed paradise. We had the pleasure of seeing all the Christmas decorations before they were taken down; an amazing display. The breakfasts were delicious and helped set us on our way each day with us enjoying the different flavoured muffins later on as we explored this historic and fabulous island. When we returned we relaxed in the shade of the immaculate gardens; a wonderful place to rest our wearly legs after each fun filled day in Key West before setting off in the evening for more delights. Rebecca and Geri were very welcoming and a very big thank you to Geri for all her recommended eating places and sorting out the bookings. We never had a bad experience and would endorse Saluté, La te dars, Louis' backyard and Latitude. Finally, we will miss Havana and Caya, especially the latter who never let my husband rest in the jacuzzi!! Thank you Dean and Paul for sharing your "home" with us. Mike and Sally

We stayed here for the first time in January 2013. This is a beautiful house, surrounded by lush gardens. The house was still decorated for Christmas, and looked amazing. We stayed in the Sun Room, which was beautiful, and immaculate. We had our own private deck overlooking the gardens and breakfast area, which we thoroughly enjoyed sitting on. Breakfast was absolutely delicious every day, and quite a variety. Geri and Rebecca were very helpful, and very friendly. The dogs, Caya and Havanna added to the charm! Thank you Dean and Paul for a wonderful experience!

We stayed 3 nights in the Caribean Queen on the second floor which had it's own full length porch along the Truman Street side.There's a hammock too. Very nice place to relax but there are street noises at times. The Bed was a king size and very comfortable. Plenty of closet space and drawer space and the rooms has a programmable safe.
We stayed 2 nights in the Audobon Room on the first floor which had a second door opening to the pool/garden/dining areas which was very convenient. The Bathrooms for both rooms were kept very clean were both excellent. Again, plenty of closet space and drawer space. I liked this one better because the AC was central and not a window unit and there was a bathroom outside in the hall across from the room for when my wife taking too long. This bath featured a jacuzzi tub with jets and the shower had no enclosure as the bath was all tile. It made it much roomier.
My only complaints were with the Caribbean Queen. The bath had a broken door under the sink and the ipod dock remote was broken. Otherwise, the breakfasts were ample and varied and to my liking and there were snacks put out in the afternoon and late evening.
All in all I would have no problem returning to or recommending this B&B. They have earned their high rating. Having the dogs around was a plus and I'm afraid I spoiled them with dog biscuits.

We stay here every year over the New Year holiday and really cant fault it - it really is paradise on earth. The house is beautiful and always full of Christmas decorations when we visit, and the cleanliness and attention to detail in the rooms is meticulous - they think of everything. Really everyone at the Mermaid makes our stay just perfect! Our hosts Dean & Paul are very welcoming and Geri & Rebecca are most helpful in arranging anything that we need to do during our holiday in Key West.....not forgetting the dogs Havana & Kaya who make it feel like home from home!