Thurston House

  • Thurston House with it's newly renovated wrap around porch - December 2008.

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    Thurston House has a quiet & serene setting, yet is only 5 miles north of downtown Orlando. Our 1885 Queen Anne Victorian farmhouse style home has been lovingly restored, boasting beautiful woodwork and floors. Furnished using a comfortable and eclectic blend of antiques & reproductions, all three rooms have queen-sized beds, private baths, and desk with phone. Complimentary wireless Internet is available throughout the inn and even on the wraparound porch! We are set amid eight acres of land overlooking charming Lake Eulalia, yet are minutes from great restaurants, museums and shopping. Winter Park is just moments away too! The wooded acerage around us has a low key walking trail for your enjoyment. Take a stroll and listen to the birds singing away. They really enjoy our Certified Wildlife Habitat! For those not motivated to stroll, and porch rockers are waiting for you.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • Upstairs porch w/double hammock and seating area.

    • 1st fl wraparound porch w/rockers, table, chairs.

  • Business Travel Club

    6/6/2011 - 6/6/2016

    Business Travel Club Stay at Thurston House for business travel more than 6 nights and automatically get enrolled in our "Corporate Club". This enables you to enjoy all the benefits of staying here on business - all the modern amenities in your guest room, such as desk, phone, modem hookup, complimentary wireless Internet - but also allows you to accumulate points for a free nights stay. Call the innkeeper for more details.

    Frequent Stay Programs

    6/6/2011 - 9/4/2012

    Frequent Stay Program! Stay at Thurston House, accumilate 12 nights over time, and receive the next night free. We have one guest on his 8th card!

  • O'Heir Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $190/$190

    Hirsch Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $190/$190

    Cubbedge Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $190/$190

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4-7pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum stay: Only during special events and some holidays.

    • Deposit amount required: 1 night; ask for corporate policy

    • Cancellations: 3 day cancellation policy ; ask for corporate policy

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Soft drinks, water, coffee & tea are always available.

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Not suitable for young children.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • Corporate
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

    • Length of Stay
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 7

    • Seniors
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental plus or full every day

    • Time Served: 6:30am-9am

    • Serving location: Porch breakfast upon request., Dining Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Signature Dish

    Eggs Florentine
    Eggs Florentine 9 eggs 2C Cottage Cheese 2C grated cheese 4oz feta cheese 4T melted butter 20oz frozen spinach, thawed & drained 1t nutmeg Whisk eggs, add all other ingredients one at a time and mix well. Bake 350 degrees until set. Place under broiler just to brown. YUMMMMM!!!!


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • Complimentary snacks

    • cheese snack at 5pm

    • soda & water

  • Location Type

    • 30 mintues to Universal/Disney area

    • less than 10 minutes to Winter Park

    • Lakeside

    • Suburban


    City

    • Orlando

    • Distance to city: 5 miles

    • Directions to property:
      I-4 exit 88 turn right on Lee Rd, then left onto Wymore. At first light, go right. Thurston House is 7/10 mile down on the left.


    Airport

    • Orlando, FL (MCO) 18 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From airport Rt.#436N. Take Rt.#408 W. Get off at Rt.#I-4E. Go to exit #88 Lee Rd. Go right, then left at the light - Wymore. At first light go right - Kennedy (this changes name to Lake Avenue). We are 7/10 of a mile down on the right.


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Excellent dining, antiques and museums within 10 minutes

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Walking paths/gardens

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Tennis courts

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    Wonderful Stay

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    We celebrated our 2nd Anniversary at the Thurston House. It is so beautifully decorated, faces a lake and wonderful breakfast. A very peaceful stay with lots of extra perks. Judy and John


    Just being a tourist

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Every year before school starts back up I take a trip and become a tourist. This was a lovely place. Would go back


    Old Florida

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Breakfast was artfully presented and very tasty. Our room was very comfortable and tastefully decorated with period pieces. The innkeeper gave excellent attention to detail and we were delighted to spend 2 nights in such a lovely setting. Just 10 minutes away from fine dining and shopping. Would highly recommend.


    EXCELLENT BED AND BREAKFAST

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Warm hospitality, excellent breakfast. Highly recommend this B&B


    Old World Charm with New World Comfort

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    One need look no farther than Thurston House for the elegant comforts and slow pace of a by-gone era combined with food beyond your wildest dreams and accommodating hosts. Tastefully inserted are modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi. We highly recommend this B&B!


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