1872 John Denham House


  • 1872 John Denham House Thirteen Room Mansion on the National Historic Register located in the old southern town of Monticello, FL

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    Valentine Special - Feb.6-16th -$100.00 including Wine and Chocolates Rated - "BEST IN THE SOUTH" INN TRAVELER MAGAZINE "ONE OF FLORIDA'S FABULOUS B & B'S" by Florida Monthly Magazine, 2008, 2009, 2010 & 2011 also "Top 20 Spots to Spend Your Honeymoon in Florida" 17 quick miles from Tallahassee and Thomasville GA Go online at our website to book reservations or call 850-997-4568 BIG BREAKFASTS FREE WI-FI NEW LCD TVs EXTRA LARGE ROOMS and KING BEDS WITH PRIVATE BATHS. Stay in luxury and elegance in a National Historic Register Property with beautifully restored mansion and grounds. We are so nice for birthdays and anniversaries. Monticello was featured in the May,2010 issue of "Southern Living" magazine, WALK OR DRIVE OUR HISTORIC beautiful small town and enjoy gorgeous canopy roads and homes under huge oaks. Shop our neat little shops and enjoy our "homegrown" restaurants - we'd love to get to know you. We serve a FULL BREAKFAST such as - PECAN WAFFLES, KAHLUA ICED CINNAMON MINI-MUFFINS, BUTTERMILK BLUEBERRY PANCAKES, HOME BAKED HAM AND FREE RANGE EGGS, LOCALLY MADE SAUSAGE. We try to accommodate SPECIAL DIETS. The Denham House has eight FIREPLACES WITH CANDLES in each bedroom with private baths, period antiques, original paint colors and even a cupola on top to view the town. Rated "Best 20 Spots To Spend Your Honeymoon in Florida" by Florida magazine. Some of the room amenities include hand pressed designer sheets, robes, slippers,real down comforters and claw foot tubs. PETS AND CHILDREN WELCOME. We are "Green".


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    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 25 years.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Economical rates

    • Family Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wet bar

    Other Amenities:

    • King Beds

    • Wedding and Reception site

    • Maid Service

    • Walking and outdoor sitting areas

    • Free Wi- Fi

    • Snacks and Beverages

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  • Nightly Rate

    $70 - $150

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 P.M.    Check out: 11:00 A.M.

    • Minimum stay: Certain weekends only

    • Deposit amount required: A deposit is requested. Deposit amount is between $50.00 - $200.00

    • Cancellations: Refunds available with one week notice or if room is rented. Deposit may be applied to future stay.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

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    • If renting four or more rooms for two days
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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full, Gourmet

    • Time Served: ? - 10:00 a.m.

    • Serving location: Veranda, Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room


    Signature Dish

    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 plantand eggs. I also have fresh fruit salad every morning. The apple-pecan/Kahlua icing mini muffins run a close second for popularity. Come Enjoy!


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • lactose free

    • non-gluten, diabetic


    Recipes

    Appetizer-Snack

    Very Moist Pumpkin Bread
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 15 mins

    Beverage

    Florida Citrus Soup
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 45 mins

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Pat's Pecan Waffles
    Serves: 5
    Prep time: 30 mins

  • Location Type

    • Deep South

    • Florida Panhandle

    • Gulf Beach - 50 miles

    • Small town


    City

    • Tallahassee

    • Distance to city: 18 miles

    • 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.


    Airport

    • Tallahassee, FL (TLH) 40 miles

    • Directions to property:
      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.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Dog Track and Poker Gambling

    • Watermelon Festival

    • Beautiful Historic Homes

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Dog Track and Poker Gambling

    • Old fashioned playground

    • Ghost and Orb Tracking Tours

    • Olde South historic walking or driving tour

    • Opry House entertainment

    • Antique and Junque shops

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

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    Write a review

    After Our First Time We Knew!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    My wife and I stayed at the John Denham House B & B while visiting my parents in Monticello. After that, we knew this was the place to have our family reunion. Innkeeper, Pat Inmon, did a fantastic job accommodating our very large family, providing fantastic meals and service. We are sure to stay again and again! -Bob and Lizanne Mast, Tampa Bay


    Anniversary Weekend

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    This is the best B&B we have been to in 10 years. The breakfast was just awesome! I am still tasting the pumpkin bread, ultralight waffles, farm fresh eggs and pure florida orange juice.This year for our anniversary we did not want to stay in a big overpriced hotel. We wanted some much more low key and intimate. We were close enough to the "Big City" of Tallahassee to stop by for dinner. During the day, we estopped by one of the Nature Trails and enjoyed a lazy river boat tour. The property is so nicely tucked away and it was so very peaceful and quite. My spouse and I enjoyed just having time for conversation and reading. Make sure you ask Pat to make you that pumpkin bread...yum !! 5 stars out of 5.


    Best B & B value in Monticello

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    My daughter and I stayed here in March 2011. The rooms are very big, breakfast was delicious, the inn is in a quiet location off busy roads, Pat is a gracious hostess, the yard is large and pretty, and you can walk downtown. I recommend this inn.


    Our Stay at the John Denham House

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Recently I stayed at the John Denham House. I called and made a reservation with Pat Inmon. My wife and I were greeted at the door with a warm smile and a friendly laugh. We signed in and were shown around the house and told a little about the history of the home. Having just met Pat we felt that we had known her as a family friend for years. The rooms were beautiful and her hospitality was above anything that we were expecting. Although we only stayed one night it will stay with us for a long time. We look forward to going back and spending some more time and enjoying the area. I highly recommend this to anyone who is wanting to experience the best of the best..!!!!!! John and Susan Crowley Deltona, Florida


    All I have to Say is WOW! What great value and service.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    I was just on my way through the area and I found this HUGE gem of a place on-line, I almost just past it buy the price was so tempting I decided to stop. I have to say It felt like I found my own hideaway only in a mansion. The inn keeper was so inviting and found myself transported back in time. It was so quite and charming, I was so- stress out from the traveling, but this place just took the edge right off, big beds with such comfort. I feel like not telling anyone and keeping it to myself, so it will be just as nice when I come this way the next time. I awoke well rested, to have a breakfast that tasted like a million, right on time. Then I was ready to hit the road. I will have to stay a little longer next time the Inn Keeper Pat told me about her local ingredients and I have to say it was a lot of food. And every bite was just yummy. It was the best I have had on my trip, otherwise I would have felt guilty for not writing this review. It's said to get to a mans heart go though is stomach; well If you don't stop for the beds and a good nights the food will win your heart.


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