Save Money at Florida Bed and Breakfasts
Special packages, seasonal discounts and free amenities are just a few of the reasons to spend your vacation at one of the cozy inns listed in the book, “Bed and Breakfasts and Country Inns,” published by American Historic Inns, Inc. Incredibly, these inns are participants in the Buy-One-Night-Get-One-Night-Free program, which makes your vacation even more enticing. Here are a few examples from Florida of the savings that can be had. (For more details on participating inns, visit the iLoveInns.com site).
Ride a complimentary bicycle down the historic streets of Saint Augustine when you stay at the St. Francis Inn. The beach and other local attractions are a short ride away. Amenities include a full complimentary breakfast, fireplaces and pools. In addition, many of the rooms have kitchenettes for home-cooked meals. The Cottage suite is perfect for sharing the cost of a room with friends. Free admission to the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum is included in your stay. The rates range from $109-$229 per night.
The facilities at Center Court-Tropical Inn & Cottages in Key West are geared toward group fun. Several of the cottages are capable of housing up to ten people and many have a private pool as well as barbecue grills and hammocks. With the sea virtually next door, the owners ensure your enjoyment by providing beach towels and a bag for day trips on the ocean. Complimentary weekend happy hours will keep your party rolling and this is all available for only $130-$265 per night.
Step through the columned doors of the Coombs House Inn in Appalachicola. Here, a day at the beach is a no-brainer with beach chairs, umbrellas, bikes and even a tandem bicycle ready for use. The rooms are stocked with massage whirlpools, mini refrigerators and access to the veranda. Guests are well fed with full breakfasts in the morning and wine, cheese and snacks on weekend nights. The rates at this Florida bed and breakfast start low at $89 and cap at $229 per night.
The affordable Allison House Inn in Quincy is a not-so-guilty pleasure. Rest up on lavender-misted pillows for a day of treasure hunting at the local antique shops. The English-style bed and breakfast resides in historic “Coca-Cola Town” not far from Tallahassee. Give into the temptation of fresh muffins and bread in the morning and homemade Biscotti and sherry all day. At $95-$140 per night, if you can’t spare the carbohydrates, you probably can spare the money.
The main house at the Magnolia Plantation Cottages and Gardens is a restored French Second Empire Victorian, surrounded with glossy Magnolia trees. The bathrooms feature claw foot tubs and fireplaces are standard while the private historic cottages are available with Jacuzzis. Stroll through the gardens, reflecting pond and pass the time in the charming gazebo. Enjoy the evening cocktail hour as well as a complimentary breakfast and afternoon tea. The year round rates of $115-$330 per night are valid seven days a week. This is a charming facility that you won’t want to pass up.
If you are still undecided, you can browse through the 19,000 B&Bs and country inns on iLoveInns.com that specialize in other events and locations that may interest you. Many of the properties described above are also in the best-selling bed and breakfast guidebook, “Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns” which includes a Buy-One-Night-Get-One-Night-Free Certificate. ILoveInns.com also offers printable gifts certificates, a perfect solution to help celebrate any occasion.