Ice Cream Wednesday

Your opportunity to taste Mike's homemade ice cream is disappearing faster than a cone of vanilla bean on a hot summer day.

Yup...today is the LAST ice cream Wednesday of the summer!!! We have a couple of rooms open tonight...and they all come with complimentary ice cream.


And what did the hub make for the occasion? Chocolate cheesecake with a strawberry swirl. Mmmmm.


Spoons away, friends!!!

Supper with the Spirits: Call for Tickets!

SUNDAY SUPPER WITH THE SPIRITS

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 30TH

AT THE DOW MUSEUM OF HISTORIC HOUSES

1790 – 1910

THIS EVENINGS TOUR, “SUPPER”, AND ENTERTAINMENT SPONSORED IN PART BY SAVOIR FAIRE

Tonight you will be having your supper in the 173 year old Dow House, one of the 9 historic houses on the beautiful Dow Museum grounds.  These last 200 years, many folks have lingered here for a night or a fortnight; however tonight, we will sup with spirits of two famous ladies who brought the Gilded Age to St. Augustine.  

At 6:30 PM guests will arrive at the gate and be greeted by their guide in period clothing, then shown to the 1906 Worchester House where wine and cheese refreshment will open the evenings’ festivities. 

As the guests enjoy the refreshment and mingle, the atmosphere changes, suddenly it is 1906; the flamboyant Dr. Luella Day Mc Connell sashays onto the scene in her Barnum and Bailey fashion, introduces herself as Diamond Lil, and her fascinating St. Augustine story unfolds.  When the Diamond Lil energy fades, the real life guide steps in to bring everyone back to the present, it is time for the lantern light tour of historic homes and gardens.   

At 7:30 PM, after the tour of homes, the guests will be seated for a lovely plated supper.  The candlelit, linen covered tables will be set with chilled salad and carafes of wine.  Candles are flickering; soft music is filtering through the cottage as the main course is efficiently served.  Tables cleared, desserts and coffees served. 

Suddenly another woman appears from the dark, she looks to be a contemporary of Diamond Lil.  Could it be that infamous Ida Alice Flagler, the second wife of millionaire developer Henry Flagler? The wife who hosted the most elaborate balls St. Augustine has ever seen!  Disheveled but determined, clutching her Ouija Board, it is evident she has been here before, in the dark and quiet, looking, looking.  Tonight however, you are here!

Tonight all guests will receive a copy of author Karen Harveys “Daring Daughters”!

·         When: September 30th 2012

·         Time: “Activities” begin promptly at 6:30; you don’t want to miss anything!

·         Place: Dow Museum, 149 Cordova St. St. Augustine, Fl. 904-823-9722

·         Menu: Sliced beef tenderloin with steamed prawns, with horseradish sauce. Potatoes Maison: herbed, whipped, piped and baked. Steamed fresh carrots with butter and dill. Nantucket salad. Key Lime cake with fresh berries,

·         coffee, red and white wine.

·         Price: $ 59.00 per person, cash or charge, includes a copy of “Daring Daughters”.

·         Reservations: Required reservations paid 3 days prior to event.

Contact: Dow Museum 904-823-9722 or Melissa Stuart 904-501-1253

 

 

More Views of the Princess Margaret

You've heard that we're holding a contest to name our "newest" room--the room formerly known as Prince, er, I mean, The Princess Margaret.

But have you seen pictures of the entire suite? Have you seen...the BODY JETS??? (Our entire staff is clamoring to stay in this room, but it's been full ever since it's been reopened!!)

In case you haven't seen all of the angles in this room, here are a few of them:

Check out the body jets in the glassed in shower.

 

More body jets, horizontal style!!

 



From your seating area, you can see the Matanzas Bay.

It's Friday, and I'm Going to the Beach

I don't plan on sweating today, and I certainly don't plan on crying.

But a walk by the water sounds like just what the doctor ordered.

Happy weekend, everyone!!

Breakfast in Bed

You know my favorite part of vacation?

 

Room service.

 

I'm serious; my husband may want to hike a beautiful trail, or swim with dolphins, or tour some spectacular house, and I like all of that just fine. But my all time favorite thing is to just open the door--while I'm still in pajamas--and have someone bring a nice tray of yummy yumm-yumms into the room (I like room service for dinner, too--but my very favorite is breakfast).

 

I don't even care what's on that tray--because I haven't met the breakfast food that I don't like. Last time I was on vacation, I was determined to eat healthy meals the whole time (I must have been on drugs). So I ordered oatmeal and blueberries for breakfast, along with green tea.

 

I will tell you, even oatmeal tastes extra special when you eat it in bed.

 

Anyway, this is all just my way of reminding you that we do serve breakfast in bed. It's an extra $20, and it's $30 if you want homemade mimosas. Of course, you also can eat it in our gazebo, or on our gorgeous patio, or in our dining room--and there's no charge at all for that.

 

Of course, in my mind, twenty bucks is a small amount to pay for a total indulgence to start the day. What do they say on the commercial? It's *priceless*!

 

 

 

Flower of the Day: Orange!!

Okay, so orange isn't a flower, it's a color (or a fruit, especially yummy here in sunny Florida!)

Earlier this month, we hosted a wedding for a lovely couple, both originally from Venezuela. They held a very impromptu wedding--deciding to get married just a little over a week before their stay.

In keeping with the spontaneity of this fun couple, the bride asked Mike if she could have a small bouquet the morning of the wedding. It was a Sunday, so our regular florist was not available, but we certainly didn't want to disappoint this lovely woman. So Mike asked what colors she liked (Ivory, orange, or yellow, she said), and Sandy headed out to the store to see what she could find.

What she found were these gorgeous Gerber daisies, pumpkin colored roses, orange alstromeria, and then a nice bouquet of ivory roses. She twisted them into a bouquet, then dropped it in warm water (to help the flowers open up--the roses were practically buds), and the final product was this beautiful handful of autumnal blooms.

And--spontaneity rules--orange Gerbers were the bride's favorite flowers!! As the couple kept saying throughout their stay, Clearly, it was Meant To Be!!

Our Latest Release: A Chance to Win Up to $500 in Gift Certificates!

St. Augustine Bed and Breakfast Announces Chance to Win Up to $500 in Gift Certificates

The Bayfront Marin House, a 15-room bed and breakfast in St. Augustine, FL, is holding a contest on Facebook to rename one of their most popular guest rooms. Two winners--a fan favorite and a staff favorite--will be eligible to win $250 each in gift certificates to the award-winning bed and breakfast.

 

 

 St. Augustine, FL (PRWEB) September 10, 2012

 

Want a chance to win a $500 stay at the Bayfront Marin House, a beautiful waterfront bed and breakfast in St. Augustine, Florida?

Mike and Sandy Wieber, owners of the romantic inn, are holding a contest to rename one of their most popular guest rooms, currently called the Princess Margaret.

"We completely gutted the room and renovated it to the nines," says Sandy Wieber. "We used very soothing colors, and created a restful retreat for our guests. Since we were changing everything in the room--including its layout--it made sense to change the name as well."

"The bathroom is over the top," adds Mike Wieber. "Sandy picked out a beautiful slate colored tile, and accented it with glass tiles. The tub is jetted, and the shower has a row of body jets for the ultimate relaxation vacation."

The room is on the inn's second floor, and boasts water views from its two bedroom windows. It is furnished with a queen sized bed, a romantic electric fireplace, and an English armoire for storage. All the rooms at the Bayfront Marin House have flat-screen televisions, many with integrated DVD players, as well as private entrances, plush robes, and free wifi.

"We're looking for a name that will complement the other names of the inn, and one that suits the mood of the room," says Sandy Wieber. "The winning name will let future guests know that they can expect a relaxing, romantic weekend when they stay in this room. We can't wait to see what our fans come up with!"

For complete contest rules, or to enter a name in the contest, please visit http://www.facebook.com/bayfrontmarinhouse. The contest ends on October 31; winners will be chosen and announced within 30 days of that date.

More Information about the Bayfront Marin House
The Bayfront Marin House in Saint Augustine, Florida is a 15-room, luxury bed and breakfast inn. Located on the Matanzas Bay, the bed and breakfast offers stunning views of the water, along with a hot southern breakfast each morning, daily happy hours, delicious desserts, and the highest levels of personalized customer service. The lodging has recently been awarded TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence for 2012.

Our Latest Press Release: See Our Newly Renovated Guest Rooms

The Bayfront Marin House, a romantic bed and breakfast located on the water in St. Augustine, Florida, has recently renovated five of their 15 rooms. Updates include luxurious showers with body jets or rainshower faucets, artisan-installed tilework, and exotic hardwood floors.

 

 

St. Augustine, FL (PRWEB) August 31, 2012

 

St. Augustine's premiere waterfront bed and breakfast, the Bayfront Marin House, has recently completed renovations on several of their most popular rooms.

"Our guests are looking for a luxurious getaway," says owner Mike Wieber. "We have added amenities to some of our guests' favorite rooms that will enhance their stay and help to make their vacation one to remember."

The Forrester Suite, a large room on the bed and breakfast's second floor, boasts water views from each of its three large windows. It recently underwent a complete bathroom renovation, and now offers a large tiled shower with dual showerheads, including a rainshower feature that comes out directly from the ceiling for a soothing, relaxing shower.

The Forrester Suite also has a large corner Jacuzzi tub, surrounded by beautiful tilework.

"The tilework is exceptional," says Wieber. "We were very lucky to work with some of the best craftsmen in the St. Augustine area to complete our renovations." The bath area is separated from the bedroom by a paned French door.

"In addition to the bathroom upgrades, we've added a regal color scheme to the Forrester Suite," says Wieber. "We chose a soothing cream color for the walls, a cheerful blue tint for the ceiling, and royal-looking silk draperies and bedding in burgundy. The result is a romantic, inviting room for all the guests of the Bayfront Marin House." The room also has new Brazilian Koa flooring, which adds to the warmth of the suite.

Other rooms renovated at the bed and breakfast include the Princess Margaret, the King George, and the Marie Antoinette. Photos of each of the rooms can be found at http://www.bayfrontmarinhouse.com.