The Fairbanks House - Fernandina Beach, FL - Antique Hotels on Waymarking.com

"This 8000 square foot 1885 Italianate villa is located in the historic district of Fernandina Beach, home of Amelia Island’s tours, attractions, shops and restaurants, and an easy bike ride to 13 miles of pristine beach. The mansion, three cottages and pool rest on an eco-friendly landscaped smoke-free acre featuring native plants, palm trees, large oaks and a butterfly garden."

--The Fairbanks Inn (visit link)

"The Fairbanks House (also known as the Maj. George R. Fairbanks House) is a historic site in Fernandina Beach, Florida. It was built in 1885 for George Rainsford Fairbanks. R. S. Schuyler was the building's architect. It is located at 227 South 7th Street. On June 4, 1973, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It operates as a Bed & Breakfast. Built as a surprise for his wife, it was reported not to have gone over well and became known as "Fairbanks Folly"."

--Wikipedia (visit link)

Name of the Hotel: The Fairbanks House Address: 227 South 7th Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 USA Number of Rooms: 12 Height in floors: 3 Hotel since: 01/01/1993 Date Building was built: 01/01/1885 First use of building: Family Residence Historic Hotel (Historic Building, National Monument or similar): yes Urban Hotel (located in a village or town): yes Mountains Nearby (less than 25 Kms / 15 Mil): no Beachs Nearby (less than 25 Kms / 15 Mil): yes Historic Place nearby (Unesco or National monument/site less than 25 Kms / 15 Mil): yes Hotel website (if available): [Web Link] Hotel Rating: Not listed Major Pilgrimage Place Nearby (less than 25 Kms / 15 Mil. Consider any religion).: Not Listed

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