House on Cherry Street
Gracious colonial home on the sparkling St. John's River containing period antiques, oriental rugs,a private library,herb garden and artwork by notable Florida artists.Featured in Southern Living twice and the NY Times twice the bedrooms have private baths, river views, sitting areas, antique woven coverlets and four poster beds. Repose and renourishment is the mission statement.Open Jan.Feb,Mar.Oct.Nov.Dec.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Near the Altell stadium
- On the St. Johns River
- City
- Nearest major city: Jacksonville, FL (2 miles SW)
- Directions to property:
From the airport Take I-95 South to the Stockton St. exit. Exit. Take it. Go left straight until you come to Riverside Avenue . Turn right. Go about ten blocks until you see Cherry St. Turn left and go to the end of Cherry St. We are the large Federal House on the St. John's River . We'll keep the light on for you.
Going I-95 North, take the Park St. exit which is on top of the Fuller Warren Bridge. Go left on Park St. and just stay on it about 1 1/4 mile to Cherry. Turn left on Cherry and come to the end of the street. We are the large beige house on the river 1844 Cherry.
From I-10 take the McDuff exit. Turn right and go until it deadends on St. Johns Ave. Turn left to Cherry. Turn right on Cherry and come to 1844, the last house on the right. - Nearest major airport: Jacksonville, FL (JAX) 13 miles
- Directions from airport:
Take I-95 South until you see the Stockton St. exit.Take it. Turn left on Stockton and go to Riverside. Turn right on Riverside and proceed to Cherry. Turn left. The House on Cherry is the last house on the right at the end of the street. - Meeting places:
- Bus station
- Train station
- Airport
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 85.00 and $ 165.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 95.00 and $ 165.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 10.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Bath robes | Ceiling fans |
| Fridge | Hairdryer |
| Ironing Board | Radio |
| TV | |
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| On Site | |
| Board games | CD player |
| Fax Machine | Library |
| Satellite/Cable TV | Telephone |
| VCR | Washer/dryer |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Organic citrus trees | Meditation garden |
| Fresh blueberries in season | Cane pole fishing |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 8:00-9:30
- Breakfast is served in the Private dining area, River porch, Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area
- Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
- Special meals available: Atkins, South Beach, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is blueberry tarts
When the blueberry bushes are bearing, the tarts are a breakfast star. Home brewed herbal teas are also available from Victoria's herb garden.
Policies
- Minimum stay required (Two days for special events and weekends)
- Smoking is not allowed (outside on dock only)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Accommodations are not suitable for children
- No childcare is provided
- Deposit amount required (credit card number; 30 wait for refund on cashiers' checks)
- Closed: Feb, May, June,July,Aug,Sept.
- Check in time is 3:00 pm-6:00 pm and Check out time is 12 noon
- Cancellations:
3 days notice - Accepted by the following agencies:
- AAA
- Florida Bed & Breakfast Inns
- Professional Association of Innkeepers International
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Victoria and Robert Freeman
Victoria is an organic gardener,a seminar leader and a nationally published writer. Robert is a Jacksonville native with a love of people,storytelling, and the St. Johns River. - The innkeepers speak: English
- There is one dog on the property
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Nature area, Jacksonville Jazz Festival, Starry Nights at the Met, Gate River Run, Riverside Fine Arts Series, TPC, Performing Theater, Religious Services, River
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Bird watching, Fishing, Horseshoes, Kayaking, Jogging, Journal workshops, Meditation garden, Public tennis courts, Library, Estate sales, Shopping, Sight-seeing
Jacksonville Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Jacksonville, Florida.