We found a diamond in the rough! Melissa was very inviting when we showed up after a long day on the motorcycle. The room was very nice with a king bed. Super quiet and in a nice location. The shower was amazing!! We would recommend this place to anyone traveling in the area! Thank you for the great experience. It was far superior to the Days Inn the night before and was cheaper!
Service: 5
Mitchell Pope
Awesome place Awesome people the owners are top notch in all ways they are the most accommodating Bed and Breakfast folks you will ever meet, It's clean, beautiful, peaceful place to relax and all family oriented.....
Service: 5
Stuart McMillan
Loved the location. The St Marks rail trail is just across the street. Cooter Stew's has the best food and night time bands at the Riverside which also has a Tiki hut on the river. We stayed the the Mermaid room which was spotless. Amber does a great job with attention to details. We toured around while there. Went to Tallahassee for Bohn Thai and Ology brewing. Also went to the light house nearby and longer trip to Apalachcola where we had lunch at the Owl and beer at Oyster City Brewing across the street.
Service: 5
Annie Harms
Old Florida feel. Wonderful hosts. Quiet spot. Loved it!
Service: 5
captphillip
Very welcoming host, nice location, ultra clean room. We had a very pleasant and enjoyable stay. This located in a quaint coastal town with some of the most friendly people. I highly recommend this inn. We dined out to a fabulous meal at the local state park.
Sue Z.
What a WONDERFUL find & hidden Gem!We really enjoyed our stay here with Melissa & John as host. They are very detailed oriented & it does not go unnoticed....and what a difference it makes!Please do yourself a favor and check this place out when in the neighborhood - highly recommend!
caseyy427
Where to begin? The owners, John & Melissa are hospitable, kind people. Prior to check in, Melissa sent a wonderful, very informative text with our room info, some helpful tips, and easy to follow instructions on getting our room key. She was quick to respond when I had some questions. Upon our arrival, John introduced himself & gave us a quick rundown. He graciously answered any questions we had & we went inside. Once we entered the Inn, the first thing I noticed was the remarkable scent. It was sweet, yet subtle, and I have a very sensitive nose! No harsh chemical disinfectant odors here, yet the Inn was immaculately clean. No dust on anything. Not the corners of the beds, the decor, the door frames, or even the light fixtures. We stayed in room #3. It’s got a very comfortable king sized bed and pillows, linens & towels that were extremely soft & smelled as if I’d done the laundry myself. No bleach smelling linens that are hard & scratchy. There were thoughtful little personal touches everywhere we turned. A couple of cold bottled waters in the mini fridge, a little snack on each of our pillows, & a heart shaped box of chocolates on the bed. It was a Valentine’s/ birthday get away for us. The room was appropriately & tastefully decorated in the “ seaside” theme. The shower is a bit small, but the water pressure was phenomenal & the hot water just kept coming so it got the job done. The bath tub was like a small pool, with jets! My husband and I fit with ample space, and had our two adult children been with us, they would’ve fit with us as well. We wandered the Inn & made it to the lobby, where I would’ve happily slept the night away in the massage chair. The snack area was well stocked & they thought of everything. Fresh fruit and snacks, a Keurig coffee & tea station with flavors & types for even the toughest critics. I frequently depleted the zero sugar French vanilla creamer (it’s my go-to & I was pleasantly surprised they even had it) which was always refilled by my next trip downstairs. My husband has a sweet tooth, so the chocolate milk, candy & Milano cookies were such a treat! Water, soda, tea, juice, iced coffee - the variety seemed endless. It was cold outside for our blood, but the temperature inside the Inn was toasty & comfy, not dry and stuffy which is hard to achieve with the heat running. The porches are well lit & peaceful. There’s a regulation sized pool table with felt in excellent condition, nice cues, short sticks, a bridge and all the bells & whistles for a nice game. There are fans for when it’s hot & outdoor heaters for the cold. There’s a lovely garden with goldfish & some coys. We sort of hurried through that part because it was cold. We used the bikes often. They were clean, well maintained, had very comfortable seats with baskets in the front & a nifty cup and phone holder. We used them to explore the local area & stop for meals. Bring a flash light if you ride at night! It’s very dark once you’re off the main road, but we could see every star in the sky. The locals are very friendly and kind. The Exxon up the street has a subway (yes, we grabbed gas station food for lunch), but it was better than the stand-alone Subways we’ve eaten at before. Just FYI, Exxon also sold frozen bait, which is how I pulled in my huge catfish right off the shore late at night. All the bait shops were closed by the time we decided to go. There are local boat & kayak rentals, but it was windy & cold so we passed on that. We had dinner at The Riverside Cafe & Cooter Stews, and breakfast at Savannah's Country Buffett. The prices are reasonable at the local restaurants and the food was good. You can walk or ride a bike to most of them right from the Inn. They also had a live band at Riverside. If you’re looking for a quiet, peaceful, relaxing place to unwind, you have to come check this place out. The experience was wonderful and the hospitality was impeccable. It was like staying with old friends who went out of
Kamainatraveler
Located in a very small town on Florida's northern gulf coast. The best place to stay to see the area. We found more to do here than expected but still were able to relax in the pleasant atmosphere of this inn. Owners are very hospitable and welcoming. The entire inn is exceptionally decorated with many interesting items. We stayed in the Mermaid room and everything in it matched the theme. Room and bath were spacious with nice amenities. Downstairs is a cheery dining area where there is an exceptional selection of coffee and tea and snacks available at any time. It would have been nice to have had a full breakfast service in the morning considering the fact that options in the community are limited. Recommend this inn for a quiet get-away.
James Cooper
We have stayed there multiple times. Great place to visit.
Adina T
The attention to detail at this gorgeous and comfy B+B made it feel like I was staying with family. If you're snacky when you arrive, there will be treat available! Make sure to check out the beautiful garden area, and then take the short walk up to the river.
Our visit for Butterfly and Fall Festival!The Inn was delightful and the breakfast was delicious! Highly recommend and will definitely come again! Way more in the area than I expected to see and experience. Super nice people to chat with, extremely helpful.
MarkTwainElmira
A great place to stay. It was clean, comfortable, homey. Owners are present and very accommodating. Breakfast on Saturday was good-pancakes, eggs, bacon, fruit, sweet breads. During the week coffee, fruit, oatmeal and breakfast bars are available. Close to the bike trail. We loved the area and the Inn.
Roel Bakker
Lots of hospitality, very nice people and a breakfast you would not believe. Seen the state park, then stay
Jocelyn Segal
Melissa and John were exceptional hosts!! From the home cooked breakfasts to the nicely decorated large bedrooms every detail was well thought and planned. We enjoyed getting to know them. For any couple who wants to get away from your typical hotel stay this place is for you. Only 30min from FSU. Marina for boat rentals and the famous Railroad bike trail all within walking distance. We hope to be back next year!
Service: 5
Kayla Dougherty
The sweet magnolia inn has absolutely beautiful rooms, each with a different theme. The garden tubs are perfect for a luxurious bubble bath.there is an enchanting garden out back. I 100% recommend visiting and staying a while for anyone for any reason. Whether it be for a relaxing get away or honeymoon or even just to stay a night and have some alone time.and the breakfast is to die for ❤️plus the owners of the sweet magnolia are amazing people and can inform you of anything you would like to do in the city of saint marks, from where to dine to we're to sight see or even where to fish. There is a wide variety of things to do in the area or you can even just ride one of their bikes around town and explore on your own. But I highly recommend a visit to the Sweet Magnolia Inn!!
We found a diamond in the rough! Melissa was very inviting when we showed up after a long day on the motorcycle. The room was very nice with a king bed. Super quiet and in a nice location. The shower was amazing!! We would recommend this place to anyone traveling in the area! Thank you for the great experience. It was far superior to the Days Inn the night before and was cheaper!
Service: 5
Awesome place Awesome people the owners are top notch in all ways they are the most accommodating Bed and Breakfast folks you will ever meet, It's clean, beautiful, peaceful place to relax and all family oriented.....
Service: 5
Loved the location. The St Marks rail trail is just across the street. Cooter Stew's has the best food and night time bands at the Riverside which also has a Tiki hut on the river. We stayed the the Mermaid room which was spotless. Amber does a great job with attention to details. We toured around while there. Went to Tallahassee for Bohn Thai and Ology brewing. Also went to the light house nearby and longer trip to Apalachcola where we had lunch at the Owl and beer at Oyster City Brewing across the street.
Service: 5
Old Florida feel. Wonderful hosts. Quiet spot. Loved it!
Service: 5
Very welcoming host, nice location, ultra clean room. We had a very pleasant and enjoyable stay. This located in a quaint coastal town with some of the most friendly people. I highly recommend this inn. We dined out to a fabulous meal at the local state park.
What a WONDERFUL find & hidden Gem!We really enjoyed our stay here with Melissa & John as host. They are very detailed oriented & it does not go unnoticed....and what a difference it makes!Please do yourself a favor and check this place out when in the neighborhood - highly recommend!
Where to begin? The owners, John & Melissa are hospitable, kind people. Prior to check in, Melissa sent a wonderful, very informative text with our room info, some helpful tips, and easy to follow instructions on getting our room key. She was quick to respond when I had some questions. Upon our arrival, John introduced himself & gave us a quick rundown. He graciously answered any questions we had & we went inside. Once we entered the Inn, the first thing I noticed was the remarkable scent. It was sweet, yet subtle, and I have a very sensitive nose! No harsh chemical disinfectant odors here, yet the Inn was immaculately clean. No dust on anything. Not the corners of the beds, the decor, the door frames, or even the light fixtures. We stayed in room #3. It’s got a very comfortable king sized bed and pillows, linens & towels that were extremely soft & smelled as if I’d done the laundry myself. No bleach smelling linens that are hard & scratchy. There were thoughtful little personal touches everywhere we turned. A couple of cold bottled waters in the mini fridge, a little snack on each of our pillows, & a heart shaped box of chocolates on the bed. It was a Valentine’s/ birthday get away for us. The room was appropriately & tastefully decorated in the “ seaside” theme. The shower is a bit small, but the water pressure was phenomenal & the hot water just kept coming so it got the job done. The bath tub was like a small pool, with jets! My husband and I fit with ample space, and had our two adult children been with us, they would’ve fit with us as well. We wandered the Inn & made it to the lobby, where I would’ve happily slept the night away in the massage chair. The snack area was well stocked & they thought of everything. Fresh fruit and snacks, a Keurig coffee & tea station with flavors & types for even the toughest critics. I frequently depleted the zero sugar French vanilla creamer (it’s my go-to & I was pleasantly surprised they even had it) which was always refilled by my next trip downstairs. My husband has a sweet tooth, so the chocolate milk, candy & Milano cookies were such a treat! Water, soda, tea, juice, iced coffee - the variety seemed endless. It was cold outside for our blood, but the temperature inside the Inn was toasty & comfy, not dry and stuffy which is hard to achieve with the heat running. The porches are well lit & peaceful. There’s a regulation sized pool table with felt in excellent condition, nice cues, short sticks, a bridge and all the bells & whistles for a nice game. There are fans for when it’s hot & outdoor heaters for the cold. There’s a lovely garden with goldfish & some coys. We sort of hurried through that part because it was cold. We used the bikes often. They were clean, well maintained, had very comfortable seats with baskets in the front & a nifty cup and phone holder. We used them to explore the local area & stop for meals. Bring a flash light if you ride at night! It’s very dark once you’re off the main road, but we could see every star in the sky. The locals are very friendly and kind. The Exxon up the street has a subway (yes, we grabbed gas station food for lunch), but it was better than the stand-alone Subways we’ve eaten at before. Just FYI, Exxon also sold frozen bait, which is how I pulled in my huge catfish right off the shore late at night. All the bait shops were closed by the time we decided to go. There are local boat & kayak rentals, but it was windy & cold so we passed on that. We had dinner at The Riverside Cafe & Cooter Stews, and breakfast at Savannah's Country Buffett. The prices are reasonable at the local restaurants and the food was good. You can walk or ride a bike to most of them right from the Inn. They also had a live band at Riverside. If you’re looking for a quiet, peaceful, relaxing place to unwind, you have to come check this place out. The experience was wonderful and the hospitality was impeccable. It was like staying with old friends who went out of
Located in a very small town on Florida's northern gulf coast. The best place to stay to see the area. We found more to do here than expected but still were able to relax in the pleasant atmosphere of this inn. Owners are very hospitable and welcoming. The entire inn is exceptionally decorated with many interesting items. We stayed in the Mermaid room and everything in it matched the theme. Room and bath were spacious with nice amenities. Downstairs is a cheery dining area where there is an exceptional selection of coffee and tea and snacks available at any time. It would have been nice to have had a full breakfast service in the morning considering the fact that options in the community are limited. Recommend this inn for a quiet get-away.
We have stayed there multiple times. Great place to visit.
The attention to detail at this gorgeous and comfy B+B made it feel like I was staying with family. If you're snacky when you arrive, there will be treat available! Make sure to check out the beautiful garden area, and then take the short walk up to the river.
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Our visit for Butterfly and Fall Festival!The Inn was delightful and the breakfast was delicious! Highly recommend and will definitely come again! Way more in the area than I expected to see and experience. Super nice people to chat with, extremely helpful.
A great place to stay. It was clean, comfortable, homey. Owners are present and very accommodating. Breakfast on Saturday was good-pancakes, eggs, bacon, fruit, sweet breads. During the week coffee, fruit, oatmeal and breakfast bars are available. Close to the bike trail. We loved the area and the Inn.
Lots of hospitality, very nice people and a breakfast you would not believe. Seen the state park, then stay
Melissa and John were exceptional hosts!! From the home cooked breakfasts to the nicely decorated large bedrooms every detail was well thought and planned. We enjoyed getting to know them. For any couple who wants to get away from your typical hotel stay this place is for you. Only 30min from FSU. Marina for boat rentals and the famous Railroad bike trail all within walking distance. We hope to be back next year!
Service: 5
The sweet magnolia inn has absolutely beautiful rooms, each with a different theme. The garden tubs are perfect for a luxurious bubble bath.there is an enchanting garden out back. I 100% recommend visiting and staying a while for anyone for any reason. Whether it be for a relaxing get away or honeymoon or even just to stay a night and have some alone time.and the breakfast is to die for ❤️plus the owners of the sweet magnolia are amazing people and can inform you of anything you would like to do in the city of saint marks, from where to dine to we're to sight see or even where to fish. There is a wide variety of things to do in the area or you can even just ride one of their bikes around town and explore on your own. But I highly recommend a visit to the Sweet Magnolia Inn!!
Service: 5