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Fairbanks House

Amelia Island, Florida.

Island paradise. 8000 sq ft mansion with upscale accommodations nestled into Victorian seaside village. Romance packages 2-7 nights, retreats for "the girls." Twelve guest rooms. Smoke-free, including pool and grounds.

Bed and Breakfast Description

Each of the twelve guest rooms, suites, and cottages offers splendor, comfort, and private baths. Guests will find queen and king size, canopy or four-poster beds, fireplaces and luxurious bathrooms with choice of Jacuzzis, claw-foot tub, or shower. The rooms are appointed with antiques, oriental rugs, and period pieces to create a special sanctuary for every guest. Cable television, Wifi and telephones are provided in each room. Guest may also choose to enjoy the genteel country charm of one of the three cottages.

Guests may savor their gourmet breakfast, a hot entrée served with seasonal fruits, delectable breads, juices, coffee and assorted teas, in the formal dining room or on the side porch overlooking the gardens and swimming pool. In the evening guests may also enjoy the complimentary beverages and appetizers served at social hour.

Area Attractions and Activities:

Historic Fernandina Beach beckons visitors to explore its many treasures. Guests may wander down Centre Street to browse in Fernandina's quaint shops and art galleries or immerse themselves in the town's history on a trip to the Amelia Island Museum of History or Fort Clinch, a pre-Civil War fort. Enjoy a romantic carriage ride past Victorian homes, stroll Amelia Island's beautiful beaches or take a sunset sail on a 100-ft schooner. Golfing, tennis, biking, kayaking, fishing, and sailing are all at your fingertips along with day trips to St. Augustine, St. Simons and Jekyll Islands or the Cumberland Island National Park. As the setting sun illuminates Fernandina's dock and shrimping fleet, an assortment of evening entertainment presents itself. Delight in a local theatre production and enjoy fine dining at the Island's many outstanding restaurants, all within an easy walk.

Services:

Sitting room, bicycles, pool, Jacuzzi, suites, conference facility

Most Popular Rooms:

Tower Suite: Entire 3rd floor, including the tower. Spacious living & dining area. Antique game table in the tower. King bedroom decorated in country French with yellows & greens. Jacuzzi tub with shower.

Room 5: 2nd floor suite, four-poster king bed, large sitting area with electric fireplace, sunroom with view of gardens. Victorian clawfoot soaking tub with overhead shower.

Inn Information

Season: All year
Rates: 175.00 - 395.00 US Dollars (double occupancy)
Rooms: 12
With private baths: 12
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

• Full breakfast
• Complimentary social hour

Nearest Airport(s): Jacksonville

Payment methods accepted:

Restrictions

• Please inquire about our policy regarding children.
• Smoking not permitted.
• No pets, please.
• No access for disabled persons.

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