EXPLORE THE MORSE MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART IN WINTER PARK

EXPLORE THE MORSE MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART IN WINTER PARK

EXPLORE THE MORSE MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART IN WINTER PARK Explore the Morse Museum: A Winter Park Gem Tucked away in the charming city of Winter Park, Florida, just a few miles from our historic Thurston House bed and breakfast, the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art is a hidden gem that beckons art … Read More

MAITLAND FLORIDA ROTARY ART FESTIVAL 2023: EXPLORE ART, CULTURE AND COMMUNITY

MAITLAND FLORIDA ROTARY ART FESTIVAL 2023: EXPLORE ART, CULTURE AND COMMUNITY

MAITLAND FLORIDA ROTARY ART FESTIVAL 2023: EXPLORE ART, CULTURE AND COMMUNITY Are you a discerning traveler seeking an enriching weekend getaway? Nestled within the charming town of Maitland, Florida, Thurston House Bed and Breakfast invites you to embark on a captivating journey into the world of art, culture, and community spirit. The Maitland Florida Rotary … Read More

LIKE MUSICAL THEATER? DISCOVER THE WINTER PARK PLAYHOUSE!

LIKE MUSICAL THEATER? DISCOVER THE WINTER PARK PLAYHOUSE!

LIKE MUSICAL THEATER? DISCOVER THE WINTER PARK PLAYHOUSE! Central Florida’s only professional musical theater is nestled right here in our neighboring City of Winter Park, Florida. The Winter Park Playhouse is a hidden gem that’s been delighting audiences for over 20 years. If you’re searching for a place where the magic of live theater meets … Read More

WINTER PARK AUTUMN ART FESTIVAL 2023: CELEBRATING FLORIDA ARTISTS!

WINTER PARK AUTUMN ART FESTIVAL 2023: CELEBRATING FLORIDA ARTISTS!

WINTER PARK AUTUMN ART FESTIVAL 2023: CELEBRATING FLORIDA ARTISTS!  📅 Date: October 7-8, 2023 📍 Location: Central Park, Winter Park, Florida Are you an Art Enthusiast? Mark your calendar and get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and inspiration at the 2023 Winter Park Autumn Art Festival, the only juried fine art … Read More

DISCOVER THE ART & HISTORY MUSEUMS MAITLAND: A RETIREE’S HIDDEN GEM

DISCOVER THE ART & HISTORY MUSEUMS MAITLAND: A RETIREE’S HIDDEN GEM

 DISCOVER THE ART & HISTORY MUSEUMS MAITLAND: A Retiree’s Hidden Gem Where can retirees find museums with great art and rich history when traveling to Central Florida? Here’s one to consider! Nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Sybelia in Maitland, just north of Orlando, the Art & History Museums Maitland (A&H) is a cultural … Read More

GUIDE TO 30 GREAT THINGS TO DO NEAR ORLANDO THIS SEPTEMBER 2023

GUIDE TO 30 GREAT THINGS TO DO NEAR ORLANDO THIS SEPTEMBER 2023

GUIDE TO 30 GREAT THINGS TO DO NEAR ORLANDO THIS SEPTEMBER 2023   JAZZ & BLUES CONCERT Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 North Forest Ave, Orlando, FL 32803 Visit Website Saturday, September 9, 2023 Get ready for  an amazing evening of jazz, blues and a little bit of everything in between from some of the … Read More

DISCOVER FLORIDA’S BLUE SPRING STATE PARK

DISCOVER FLORIDA’S BLUE SPRING STATE PARK

DISCOVER BLUE SPRING STATE PARK Looking for an outdoor adventure during your getaway to Central Florida? Florida State Parks proudly call themselves “…the Real Florida,” and Blue Spring State Park is the crown jewel of Central Florida. Lucky for you, it’s only a 30-minute drive from Thurston House Bed & Breakfast in Maitland. A wide … Read More

Guide to 30 Great Things to Do in Central Florida this August 2023
RECIPE: BLUEBERRY BREAD PUDDING

RECIPE: BLUEBERRY BREAD PUDDING

RECIPE: BLUEBERRY BREAD PUDDING Many of you have requested the recipe for the breakfast bread pudding you enjoyed while staying at Thurston House. I use croissants in this because I like the texture and because they fit the breakfast theme. You could certainly use challah bread or leftover waffles if you prefer. And what about … Read More