Thurston House Times – the 7th “thing”

The 7th 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.

Did you realize that Thurston House is only 5 short miles from downtown Orlando, the City Beautiful? Less than ten minutes drive takes you to the heart of the city, Lake Eola. Just park, stroll & enjoy it all. 

The ampitheater at Lake Eola Park, downtown Orlando.

The ampitheater at Lake Eola Park, downtown Orlando.

Thurston House Times – Maitland/North Orlando

ANNOUNCING…..new at Thurston House bed & breakfast – a Chickering circa 1858 rosewood Victorian Square Grand piano!!! It was a donation for the Maitland Historical Society, but they needed a place to house it until they have their new facility built. Since we already lease the building known as Thurston House from the City of Maitland, and we take wonderful care of that, they knew this was the right place for the piano. It is a beautiful piece of furniture, and fits right into the front parlour like it was made for it. Come see for yourself…book now!

circa 1858 Chickering Rosewood Victorian Square Grand Piano

circa 1858 Chickering Rosewood Victorian Square Grand Piano

Thurston House Times – Maitland book!

HOT OFF THE PRESSES!!!! I just took delivery of a brand new book, Images of America – Maitland. It is a beautiful book chronicling the history of the City of Maitland from it’s start as Fumecheliga (the muskmelon place) to today. It was written by Leslie Kemp Poole with a lot of help and resources from the Maitland Historical Society. You can find them for sale at Thurston House as well as other locations throughout the city.

Images of America - Maitland

Images of America - Maitland

Thurston House Times – WINE announcement!

New wine bar near Thurston House

Just announced by the Maitland Wine Market….their 3rd anniversary is September 3rd! Join them as they open a new wine bar, and really celebrate their customers. The festivites are from 5-8pm and the first glass is on them. Thank goodness they are so close to us, just a short stroll away from Thurston House! Buy a bottle to enjoy back on our beautiful porch over looking Lake Eulalia. Enjoy a rocking chair, watch the night fall, hear the tree frogs, count the stars…

Thurston House Times – Lake Eulalia?

Looking at Lake Eulalia

Looking at Lake Eulalia

The 6th 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.

Eulalia is a Victorian girl’s name. A Mr. James Willcox from Philadelphia come to this area as a “snow bird” back in the 1880’s. He had a daughter called Eulalie and named this lake after her. Somewhere in time it got changed to Eulalia…no one knows why. We at Thurston House overlook this pristine natural lake with it’s wonderful personality.

Thurston House Times – Rollin’s College!

Rollin’s College Parent’s/family weekend will come fast once school gets back in session. There are only two rooms left so hurry and book soon. The weekend is scheduled 10/23-25…. Students and parents come from all over and there is always a mad scramble for rooms if you wait too long. 

Entrance to Rollins College

Entrance to Rollins College

Ironically, we have a place in York Harbor, Maine where the Rollins name is part of its’ history…yes, same family connection. That is a story for another day!

Thurston House Times – Another of 125 “things”!

#5 of “125 things” about Thurston House, us and the City of Maitland – Carole collects tole painted trays. Several in the front parlour were painted by my Grandmother Wyman’s best friend Carrie Fadish from Keene, NH. These would have to be from 1930-1940 time frame. Come to Thurston House and check them out for yourself!

tole painted trays

tole painted trays

Thurston House Times – Antique Tools!

The Mid-West Tool Collectors Association and the Maitland Historical Society will stage an antique tool show & sale on August 15th. There will be displays and demonstrations of tools & machinery from 1885 to 1910. There will also be tables for buying, selling and trading antique tools with related items. Proceeds will benefit the Waterhouse Carpentry Shop Museum, which was built about 1884 by Maitland settler and builder William H. Waterhouse. The museum is on the National Register of Historic Places.

antique tools

antique tools

The show is held at the Maitland Civic Center, just a short stroll from Thurston House. The show is from 8am – 3pm, and costs $2.

Maitland Bed, Breakfast & Birthdays!

Thurston House 125 Years Young

There will be lots of celebrating going on next July. The City of Maitland celebrates its founding 125 years ago, and Thurston House will also turn the big 125. The entire week leading up to the Founder’s Day Party in the Park will be filled with all sorts of events and celebrations. Don’t you want to be a part of it all? Check our  specials page and also come back here often for the latest news!