Amelia Island Fairbanks House
| address | 227 S. 7th St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 |
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| telephone | 888/891-9882; 904-277-0500 |
| web site | www.fairbankshouse.com |
| neighborhood | Around Town |
Frommer’s Review
Boasting all the amenities and almost as much privacy as a first-class hotel, this superbly refurbished 1885 Italianate home is a top B&B choice in the historic district. As gorgeous as it is, it used to be known as “Fairbanks’ Folly,” because of its pronounced decor. Many rooms and all of the cottages offer private entrances for guests who prefer not to walk through the main house. Room no. 3 is one of the finest units, with a private entrance, sitting room, plush king-size bed, period antiques, and fresh flowers. The two-bedroom Tower Suite, occupying the entire top floor, has plenty of room to spread out, plus 360-degree views and its own whirlpool tub. Five other units here have whirlpool tubs as well. Note that Fairbanks is the only B&B on the island with a pool. No smoking is permitted, indoors or out.
| price | $175-$265 double; $265-$365 cottage; $395 tower suite. Rates include full breakfast and evening social hour (beverages and hors d’oeuvres), bikes, and beach equipment. Packages available |
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| location | Between Beech and Cedar sts |
| in rooms | A/C, TV, Wi-Fi, kitchen (in some rooms and cottage), fridge, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron, robes |
| kids | No children 11 and under |
| facilities | Outdoor pool |
| credit cards | AE, DISC, MC, V |
Excerpted from Frommer's Florida 2009, © 2009, Wiley Publishing, Inc.
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