Inn Details
Magnolia Plantation Bed and Breakfast Inn is an 1885 French Second Empire Victorian home in Gainesville, Florida. Joe and Cindy Montalto purchased the 5400 square foot home in 1990 and began the restoration process. The house had its original floor plan when Joe and Cindy purchased it and they decided that it was very important to retain the integrity of the house as much as possible. All the woodwork inside the home is original. If you enjoy seeing the way people would have used their home in the 1800's you will enjoy visiting the Magnolia Plantation. It truly is a family affair. Joe's father, a Landscape Architect, designed the gardens, pond and waterfalls. Cindy's mother lives in the carriage house and helps Cindy with the Inn. Joe and Cindy also live on the third floor of the house so someone will always be around to see to your needs. You should find yourself feeling very much at home shortly after your arrival because of the attention to detail. There is a stocked refrigerator with complimentary beverages and baskets of fruit and snacks. There is even a "boo boo sick" drawer filled with the items you may find you have left at home or may need to go to the drug store for. "Sleeping in" or waking up "at the crack of dawn" work equally as well at the Inn. Breakfast is as casual as a cup of coffee (ready before 6 AM, its on a timer) or by showing your smiling face to Cindy you can enjoy a full breakfast in 15 minutes. Gainesville is less than half-hour drive to many antique shops, clear water springs, museums, bike trails and of course is the home of the University of Florida and the 1996 National Champion Florida Gators.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: Gainesville (3 miles regional)
- Directions to property:
See our web site for detailed instructions to the Inn. - Nearest major airport: Gainesville, FL (GNV-J R Alison Municipal) 3 miles
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Cottages
- There are 14 guest accommodations (14 with private baths)
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 135.00 and $ 335.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 30.00
- Other Accommodations: Cottages
We have over 1 and 1/2 acres with 9 restored cottages dating from the late 1800's to the late 1950's. These cottages are perfect for the business traveler or for those of you who want complete privacy.
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Alarm clock | Amenities Basket |
| Bath robes | Board games |
| CD player | Ceiling fans |
| Coffee/Tea facilities | Computer |
| Data port | Desk |
| Fireplace | Fridge |
| Hairdryer | Hot tub/whirlpool tub |
| Internet Service | Ironing Board |
| Library | Microwave |
| Radio | Satellite/Cable TV |
| TV | Telephone |
| Turndown Service | VCR |
| Videos | |
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| On Site | |
| Air conditioning | BBQ grill |
| Fax Machine | Piano |
| Private entrance | Washer/dryer |
| Wedding Facilities | |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 8:00a.m. - 10:0. a.m.
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
- Dinner is available by special request
- Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
- Special meals available: Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Stuffed French Toast
Stuffed French Toast is stuffed with a mixture of cream cheese, orange marmalade and honey, then diped in eggs and orange juice and grilled. Served with orange slices and powdered sugar.
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is not allowed
- Guest pets are welcome (Pets are allowed in some cottages with prior notice)
- Children are welcome (children are welcome in some of the cottages)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Guests may also bring their own alcoholic beverages.)
- Check in time is Between 2-6p.m. and Check out time is 11:00 a.m.
- Cancellations:
7 days prior to date of arrival or you have the option to rebook your reservation for another date. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Alachua Co. Convention/Visitors Bureau
- Approved by Mobil
- Florida Bed & Breakfast Inns
- Gainsville Chamber of Commerce
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Joe & Cindy Montalto
Cindy and Joe restored the 1885 French Second Empire Victorian Mansion to Magnolia Plantation and open to a full house on May 3, 1991. Since then the inn has received many honors including being selected as the best bed and breakfast inn in 1996 and 1997 in the State of Florida by the Florida Living Magazine Readers Survey. - The innkeepers speak: English
- There are 2 cats on the property
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Butterfly Rain Forest, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycles, Shopping, Sight-seeing
Gainesville Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Gainesville, Florida.