Unique loft apartment in central location. A quick walk to downtown and 4th Street businesses. It is in an authentic old carriage house. The unit is packed with character and charm. Sunny screened porch. Small private garage below.

There are two loft apartments in this barn-like structure. This one is on the left as you come up the steps . . . Gene’s Loft East. The other one (identical in size and layout) is on the right . . . Gene’s Loft West. They are private, separated by stairs and a foyer.

Park in the garage and enter the first floor foyer. Lofts are on the second floor which is decked out with whimsical old prints, books . . . and a porch swing. Flower boxes hang off the screened porch.

The lofts are 500 square feet including porch. Bigger than most hotel rooms and tons more character! Living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Well designed to maximize space and light. Everyone says they look bigger.

Yellow French doors separate living room from bedroom. Book cases in the wall provide lots of space for collections. Maybe a few seashells from Fort DeSoto beach? New 40" Smart TV rotates to watch from many angles.

The new queen size bed, with shiplap headboard and footboard, has a pillow top mattress. Crazy octopus artwork at the head is original painting from a local Key West artist. Yellow shelves give the bedroom an extra pop of color.

It is a short hop from the bedroom to the bathroom. Behind the paisley shower curtain sits the original claw foot tub (with shower). Old medicine cabinet is from another era. Above is a double school house light fixture for maximum illumination. We added a few extra wire baskets for storage.

White towels are packed in a nearby cabinet. Washer/dryer sits behind faux finished doors in the bedroom. Larger closet in living room makes the perfect wardrobe.

Breakfast table is just off the kitchen with additional eating area on the screen porch. Glider makes a relaxing spot for a glass of wine at dusk.

Kitchen is functional and bright. Under counter lighting and ceiling fan add to the ambiance. White square tile on the kitchen counters is trimmed with oak. Herringbone subway pattern on wall. Farmhouse sink is the real thing. Shabby chic cupboard over head. Coffee cups and wine glasses hang from hooks and holders to give maximum storage for dishes and food. Fold down butcher block cutting board. Glass door on pantry was from at a local antique market. We found some funky blue and white pinwheel knobs for an extra whimsical touch. Kitchen is complete with range, microwave, refrigerator and even a dishwasher.

This is a fun retreat for one or two people. A little quirky . . . but with everything you need. Plus, it puts you right in town.