1872 John Denham House
Rated - "ONE OF FLORIDA'S FABULOUS B & B'S" by
Florida Monthly Magazine, August, 2005
-"Best in the South" Book of Lists, Inn Traveler Magazine, 2004
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****BRING THE FAMILY AND PET FOR A WEEK AND SPEND YOUR VACATION IN ONE OF THE OLDEST SMALL TOWNS IN FLORIDA. SHOP, DINE, HIKE, BIKE, CAMPFIRES, PICNICS, BAR B QUES, SWIM, TENNIS, KAYAK, GHOST HUNT, GOLF AND TRAIL RIDES AND LOTS OF HISTORY. CALL FOR FAMILY RATES OR JUST TAKE IT EASY ENJOYING THE BEAUTIFUL HOUSE AND GROUNDS WITH A COOL DRINK
Stay in luxury and elegance at an AFFORDABLE rate. Listed on The National Historic Register, this thirteen room 136 plus year old early Victorian Mansion was built by Scottish immigrant, John Denham, who dealt in cotton trading and shipping.
Quietly located three blocks from the center of historic Monticello, this beautifully restored mansion and grounds has eight fireplaces with candles in each extra large bedroom with private baths, period antiques, original paint colors and even a cuppola on top to view the town. Rated "Best 20 Spots To Spend Your Honeymoon in Florida" by Florida magazine. Bedroom amenities include hand pressed designer sheets, robes, slippers and down comforters.
Children are made to feel more than welcome. PET WELCOME with approval We are a Green facility. Come Enjoy!
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Deep South
- Florida Panhandle
- Gulf Beach - 50 miles
- Small town
- Nearest major city: Tallahassee, FL (18 miles East)
- Directions to property:
Interstate 10 to exit 225 (Hwy 19N) go 5 miles to Monticello CourtHouse - at roundabout turn left to Hwy 90 West - go four blocks to Hickory St on left-look for sign. Turn left- go up hill one block - curve becomes Palmer Mill Rd. Second large mansion with white picket fence on right across the street from historic Jefferson High School is 1872 John Denham House. - Nearest major airport: Tallahassee, FL (TLH) 40 miles
- Directions from airport:
Leaving airport make a left turn - go to stop light and turn left
until you come to Interstate 10.and go East to exit 225(Hwy 19n)
Go north 5 miles on hwy 19N to Monticello Court House - make a left at roundabout to Hwy 90 west -go four blocks to Hickory St on Left. Turn left - curve becomes Palmer Mill Rd. Second large mansion with white picket fence on right across street from Historic High School is 1872 John Denham House.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Very Large Rooms
- There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 80.00 and $ 95.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 84.95 and $ 150.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00
- Other Accommodations: Honeymoon/Anniversary Suites
Four rooms have king size beds and one has a queen size bed. Two rooms have extra beds in them. Our romantic Honeymoon/Anniversary suites have a large bathroom with huge clawfoot tubs/shower.
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Bath robes | Board games |
| Ceiling fans | Coffee/Tea facilities |
| DVD Player | Desk |
| Fireplace | Fridge |
| Hairdryer | Hot tub/whirlpool tub |
| Internet Service | Ironing Board |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Turndown Service | Wi-Fi |
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| On Site | |
| BBQ grill | CD player |
| Computer | Conference Rooms |
| Library | Private entrance |
| Radio | Telephone |
| VCR | Videos |
| Washer/dryer | Wedding Facilities |
| Wet bar | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Wedding Reception site | Children's playroom |
| Fitness Equipment | Old fashioned swings |
| Baby Furniture | Walking Areas |
Meals
- A Full, Gourmet breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: ? - !0:00 a.m.
- Breakfast is served in the Veranda, Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room
- Dinner is available by special request
- Additional food services included in room rate: Snacks and Baked goods available, Soft Drinks and Bottled water, Dessert, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
- Special meals available: lactose free, non-gluten, diabetic, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Pecan Waffles
Requested over and over these waffles are made like Grandma used to make from scratch with beaten egg whites and served hot from the waffle iron. The large plentiful pecans are grown from trees in the yard or locally. Melted real butter and warm pecan syrup which tastes like the best melted candy you ever ate put guests in heaven. They are served with homemade breakfast sausage from the highly acclaimed local locker plant. I also have fresh fruit salad every morning and eggs upon request. The apple-pecan/Kahlua icing mini muffins run a close second for popularity. Come Enjoy!
Policies
- Minimum stay required (Certain weekends only)
- Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Outdoor smoking area on veranda and porches)
- Limited accommodations for guest pets (Current Vaccination Record Available)
- Children are welcome
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (No charge)
- Deposit amount required (A deposit is requested. Deposit amount is between $50.00 - $200.00)
- Check in time is 3:00 P.M. and Check out time is 11:00 A.M.
- Cancellations:
Refunds available with one week notice or if room is rented. Deposit may be applied to future stay. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Licensed by the State of Florida
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:| | | Consult Innkeeper | |
| | | Discounts for midweek travelers- Consult Innkeeper | |
| | | If renting four or more rooms for two days | |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Pat Inmon
Patricia travels, antiques, gourmet cooks, sews, restores historic homes and most enjoys spending time with her large extended family and the B & B guests. She has had a long career in health care administration.
She is originally from Iowa and southern Missouri but has been in Florida over 20 years. - The innkeepers speak: English
- There is one dog on the property
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Dog Track and Poker Gambling, Beautiful Historic Homes, Watermelon Festival, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ruins
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Horseback riding, Hunting, Old fashioned playground and playroom, Dog Track and Poker Gambling, Old South historic walking or driving tours, Opry House entertainment, Antique and Junque shops, Ghost Tracking Tours, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Tennis courts
Monticello Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Monticello, Florida.