he Marerro Guest Mansion is haunted by the spirit of Enriquetta Marerro.  This beautifully restored mansion serves as a guesthouse for Key West visitors today, but it still bears its original family name.  Taken from her in life, Enriquetta refuses to give up her home in death.   Following a bitter court battle that ended in 1891, Enriquetta and her eight children were evicted.  A small crowd gathered in front of the home to witness her eviction.  She addressed the crowd and said, "You are all witnessing a great injustice today.  And though you are removing me from my home, you should know that this house is rightfully mine, and with God as my witness I will always remain here in spirit."  She has remained true to her word and the book, Ghosts of Key West, includes many detailed reports of such encounters by guests and employees.   Enriquetta appears in apparition form more frequently than any other spirit on our tour and is said to travel through the former doorways between her bedroom and those of her children - particularly into the room reported to have been her nursery.   Those doorways and their frames are still visible in the house today.  Click below to reserve your room in the magnificent Marrero's Guest Mansion.  Though she appears frequently, she is a friendly spirit and welcomes you as her guest.

410 Fleming Street, Key West

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