Bed&Breakfast Diamond Collection

Fairbanks House


  • The Fairbanks House - an elegant 8000 sqaure foot mansion and cottages resting on a full manicured acre in the midst of the Victorian fishing village of Fernandina Beach, Florida.

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    An exclusive of professionally inspected and guest-reviewed luxury inns with extensive modern amenities.

    Inn Details

    Romance, fine living and privacy prevail at this Select Registry 1885 8000 sq ft Italianate villa, built for the founder of the College of the South, the Florida Citrus Growers' Association and the Florida Historical Society. Convenient to everything but soothingly situated in a quiet, upscale Victorian neighborhood, the mansion, its cottages and pool rest on a full manicured acre where guests will find a smoke-free atmosphere - including patios, porches, pool and gardens. Rooms are uniquely appointed with antiques, oriental rugs and period pieces, and offer comparable baths with spa robes and amenities. Daily gourmet breakfast, evening social hour with hot hors d'oeuvres, and complimentary bikes and beach equipment complete the luxury experience. Be sure to ask about Romance, Honeymoon, Girls and Holiday packages.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Other Pets: Outside cats - never inside.


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Guest Cottage

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Elopements

    • Girls getaways

    • Antiques/decor

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Videos

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • Evening social hour with drinks and hors d'oeuvres

    • Full concierge service

    • Complimentary use of bikes

    • Complimentary use of beach equipment

  • Spring Sports Specials

    1/11/2012 - 2/20/2012

    Romance in a click is available to all who book our Rest, Romance and Relaxation package for the weekends before and after Valentine's Day. Roses, wine, chocolate covered strawberries, and a Sunday sleep-in followed by brunch at a local fine-dining restaurant are all included in this package that can be added to any room or suite. Cost is $150 per couple with any two-night stay and $100 with stays of three nights or longer.

    Valentine's Day Specials

    1/11/2012 - 2/20/2012

    Valentines Week is cause for a Chocoholic Holiday at Fairbanks House. All week long guests who book stays of two or more nights in the twelve-room, romantic inn will find a complimentary assortment of homemade truffles, cookies and chocolate covered strawberries waiting in their room. Wine and roses can be added for $100. This indulgence isn’t limited to couples; ladies groups are encouraged to heed the call of the Chocolate Siren, as well. Carriage tours, couples’ massages, boat tours and Segway tours can all be arranged. Rates start at $175 per night for two including complimentary use of bikes, daily gourmet breakfast and evening wine and hot hors d’oeuvres.

    Girlfriends' Getaways

    1/11/2012 - 12/31/2012

    Fairbanks House Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Getaways have been setting the pace for girlfriend getaways on Amelia Island since 2002. With rates starting at $79 per person per night, this package offers exceptional value while tapping into the island's wealth of activities to offer a tailor made trip for any taste. Basic package amenities include luxurious lodging in a private cottage or a suite in the impressive 8000 square foot Italiante mansion, daily gourmet breakfast, eveing social hours with complimentary beverages and hors d'oeuvres, use of the inn's inground pool, bikes and beach equipment, ice cream and chocolate chip cookies, free parking and wifi, a book/ magazine/ puzzle/ dvd library and a souvenir from the giftshop for each member of the party. This basic - but complete - package is perfect for winding down, relaxing and reconnecting but complimentary concierge trip planning services are provided by knowledgable innkeepers with 14 years of local experience to take advantage of the best optional activities and deals that Amelia Island has to offer including: spa packages, history and wildlife boat tours, ghost and gossip carriage tours, free hike and bike trails, cooking lessons, language classes, Segway tours, horseback riding, kayaking, yoga, nutrition and spin classes, art lessons, spoken history tours and shrimp net making demonstrations.

    Wedding Packages

    1/11/2012 - 2/28/2013

    When your big day is just about the two of you, a celebration of your love, we have a two-person elopement package that will cover all of the details so that you can enjoy the moment. The package price of $495 plus service charge and room includes a carriage tour to a secret location where your officiate will be waiting to perform your vow exchange. You'll then be taken by carriage to a top restaurant for your wedding dinner for two. After dinner, you'll come back to your room where you'll find your wedding cake, champagne and chocolate covered strawberries to round out the celebration. It's all covered; your part is finding each other and getting the license. This package can be adapted for proposals and vow renewals.

  • Room #1 - Library

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $175/$175

    Room #2 - Guest Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $245/$245

    Room #3 - Kitchen Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $265/$265

    Room #4 - Emerald Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $265/$265

    Room #5 - Magnolia Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $265/$265

    Room #6 - Tapestry Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $230/$230

    Room #7 - Captain's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $195/$195

    Room #8 - Country French

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $195/$195

    Schoolhouse Cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $265/$265

    Servants Quarters Cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 5

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      3 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $365/$365

    Hideaway

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $230/$230

    Grand Tower Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 5

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $395/$395

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm    Check out: 11am

    • Minimum stay: Weekends generally require two nights, holidays three but please ask.

    • Deposit amount required: Confirmed reservations require a deposit of 50% of the total stay or a full deposit on a one-night stay.

    • Cancellations: All cancellations or changes will be charged a minimum $25 rebooking fee. Any changes or cancellations regarding your reservation must be e-mailed at least 14 days prior to your arrival date to have the balance of your deposit refunded. Changes or cancellations after that time will result in a forfeiture of your entire deposit unless we are able to fully re-rent your room. Forfeited deposits may not be applied toward another booking. No changes or cancellations within 48 hours of arrival.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Beer, wine are served at our complimentary social hour

    • Drinks available: L

    • Children allowed: Children must be at least 12 years old.

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8-9:30

    • Serving location: Side porches and patios, Dining Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Wine/Cheese Plate


    Signature Dish

    Cinnamon Orange Pecan French Toast
    Double-layerd french toast made with sliced loaves of french or cuban bread, cinnamon, ginger and pecans topped with a heavenly caramel sauce and dusted with powdered cinnamon sugar. Mmmmmmm.


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • Evening social hour with hors d'oeuvres

    • Nightly freshly baked cookies

  • Location Type

    • Island

    • Small town

    • Village


    City

    • Jacksonville

    • Distance to city: 35 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Use exit 373 from I-95 and follow the signs for Fernandina Beach along Highway A1A, 200 East and come straight onto the island. After the bridge go 3.3 miles to Cedar Street. Turn left onto Cedar and right onto 7th Street. The parking lot will be on your left. We are 15 minutes from I-95.


    Airport

    • Jacksonville, FL (JAX) 35 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the airport go north on I-95. Use exit 373 from I-95 and follow the signs for Fernandina Beach along Highway A1A, 200 East and come straight onto the island. After the bridge go 3.3 miles to Cedar Street. Turn left onto Cedar and right onto 7th Street. The parking lot will be on your left. We are 15 minutes from I-95.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

    • Water sports

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    Write a review

    A must

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    The Fairbanks House is beautiful and Bill and Theresa are the absolute Best. I really cannot say enough about them, from their delicious breakfasts, top notch service, wine slush (oh yeah), and beautiful accommodations. They go above and beyond to make you feel at home. We have stayed on 3 seperate occasions and each one better than the next (and I never thought there could be room for improvement). The Fairbanks House exemplifies the Bed and Breakfast experience.


    Our favorite by far! We will be back!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    I have stayed in many B&B and always like to try a new one each summer. I will not try a new next year. I can't wait to go back. The Inn is just beautiful but more than that - totally comfortable and you feel right at home. The hostess is a blast and they go out of their way to do the little extras. Breakfast was wonderful and we couldn't wait each afternoon for Happy Hour. Our room #5 was unbelievable. Could not have asked for more. Our favorite part was the pool. What a wonderful place. A must if you want peace, quite and sweet Inn keepers!


    Happy 30th!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    We recently spent our 30th wedding anniversary at the Fairbanks House and it far exceeded our expectations. The decor is quietly elegant and Bill and Theresa are wonderful, caring hosts. Theresa, (she had me from "hello") is very knowledgeable about the island, the restaurants, attractions and services and is happy to share her expertise with you, or if you prefer, make all your arrangements for you along with a few surprises. We had just gotten seated at our dinner reservation when a split of champagne arrived at our table courtesy of Theresa and Bill to help us celebrate our anniversary. The nightly social hour features yummy hors d'ouvres and Bill serving soft drinks and adult beverages. Breakfast alternates with sweet and savory items. We are still talking about the strawberries in ginger cream and the Banannas Foster french toast. By the end of the trip, we left feeling like we had spent the weekend with friends. We will definitely return to Fairbanks house and hopefully soon.


    Our stay at the Fairbanks House

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    My wife and I chose the Fairbanks House because the pictures were stunning. Of course we wondered if the experience would measure up to what we saw. It didn't........it far exceeded what we hoped for. Bill and Teresa are absolutely wonderful hosts. The Inn itself is elegant, full of history, very relaxing, and there are numerous rooms that each have their own character. The Inn is very close to all the shops, restaurants, and sites you will want to see. We cannot wait to go back!


    Beyond Accomodating...

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    This was our second stay at the Fairbanks House. We decided to stop on our way home from a beach "vacation" spent with extended family in NC. It was the perfect place to unwind...Teresa and Bill are wonderful hosts and could not be more accomodating. It had rained on us as we were driving south and we were traveling with 2 drippy longboards. They had the perfect suite with a secure porch so that we did not have to drive around surf boards top of the car during our stay. The house is beautfully furnished and decorated without being too fussy and the breakfasts delish! We are already planning our next stay.


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