Magnolia Plantation bed and breakfast - Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville Bed and Breakfast Inns.

Magnolia Plantation

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.

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Location

Location is best described as:
- City
- Downtown
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 $ 115.00 and $ 330.00
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

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:

Length of Stay

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