Thurston House Times – the 11th “thing”!

The 11th of 125 things about Thurston House, us and the City of Maitland…all in honor of our 125th anniversary next July of the founding of Maitland and the completion of Thurston House.

Joe & I are originally from Massachusetts – Joe from Millbury and I am from Holden. Both towns are in the middle of the state. When we moved out, we brought 10,000 pounds of “stuff”, including a lot of New England antiques. That’s why our home is so comfortable for bed & breakfast guests, these well worn and truly loved things! Book now to come see for yourself…

Just a few antique items from Massachusetts.

Thurston House Times – Wine news!

Just announced by the Maitland Wine Market…. This wonderful store is just minutes from Thurston House bed & breakfast. You can even stroll there instead of driving. Sounds like a great evening!

Italian Wine Dinner

Saturday, October 24th
6:30 PM
Cost: $35 per person, includes tax

Buffet Appetizers, two Salads, two Entrees, Dessert, five Italian wines, entertainment by Nancy Hartline, great (cooler) weather, friends & a fun evening.

Catered by Virgin Olive Market (from Downtown Orlando)

Call us to secure your reservation, as seating is limited. Payment in advance, please. 407-869-9463.

One room is still open at Thurston House that weekend..book now!

Thurston House Times – Fall arrives in Maitland!

Fall arrives in Central Florida! The rain trees now boast their pink pods and the ginger plants show off their red “flower”. Yes, it’s fall here at Thurston House. Book now for our Fall Foliage Special, and come watch as the yard cools down, the seasons shift, and the gardens evolve….a wonderful time to be here!

red ginger "flower"

Thurston House Times – Maitland B & B News!

Thurston House bed & breakfast is back open after a month long break. During this break a lot was accomplished, from refinishing of wraparound porch floor, redo of screens on upstairs sleeping porch, pressure washing, new gutter covers and a variety of odds and ends. We even had a new sign made, and Joe installed it last weekend. It was made by Freeman Sign of Cape Neddick, Maine – thanks Sandra and Kevin!Come see, come stay, come enjoy…book now!

new sign

Thurston House Times – 10th “thing” about Maitland B&B!

The 10th of 125 things about Thurston House, us and the City of Maitland…all in honor of our 125th anniversary next July of the founding of Maitland and the completion of Thurston House.

As amazing as it seems, Thurston House is only 5 miles from busy downtown Orlando! We are in the middle of 8 treed acres, and overlook charming Lake Eulalia. There is a walking path around us, areas in the yard to stroll, and hidden bench areas to rest & relax. The best part is that even though you feel miles away from anything, you are not. Minutes away are award winning restaurants, great museums, beautiful parks and wonderful shopping. Come see for yourself what there is to do!

side yard area with bench

Thurston House Times – Maitland B&B almost ready!

Thurston House is undergoing a minor yearly facelift. The wraparound porch floor has been refreshed, the sleeping porch is getting new corner brackets and screens and the innkeeper is having a Maine recharge. Just imagine how wonderful it all will be when we reopen on 10/9! October begins all the wonderful events our area is known for. Go to our newsletter for more information… Next comes a new website…keep tuned!

Our beautiful front parlour.

Thurston House Times – What’s coming up in Winter Park?

The 36th annual Winter Park Autumn Arts Festival is coming up soon – 10/10-11. This yearly event brings people from all around, and it is a great day of strolling and looking at great art. Thurston House bed & breakfast is just minutes away so a perfect place to book your room NOW!

wp arts 36

Thurston House Times – What’s happening?

Thurston House is temporarily closed so that the upstairs sleeping porch and a few other minor things can get a facelift. We do everything possible to make Thurston House gorgeous for our guests! Be the first to come back once we are finished. We reopen to bed & breakfast guests on 10/9, and that just happens to be the night of the Maitland Historical Society Event – An Evening in the Grove….book now!

Thurston House Times – The 9th thing!

The 9th of 125 things about Thurston House, us and the City of Maitland…all in honor of our 125th anniversary next July of the founding of Maitland and the completion of Thurston House.

Thurston House celebrates 17 years of being open for business next week – 9/15! Carole & Joe have thoroughly enjoyed hosting visitors from around the world, and from our own backyard. There have been guests from 21 countries, every state except Iowa, and several territories. We especially enjoyed hosting the Viscount & Viscountess of Maitland, Scotland. They live in London but enjoy visits to the states. He is also the Lourde of Lauderdale and heads to Ft. Lauderdale occasionally for family gatherings.

Viscount Ian Maitland

If you know anyone from Iowa who wants to come to Florida, send them our way!