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Enjoy Breakfast and Cooking Classes at the Inn, and Restaurants Nearby

At Thurston House Bed and Breakfast in Maitland, Florida, guests can look forward to a delightful full breakfast each morning, tailored to accommodate any dietary needs. The rotating menu features favorites such as blueberry bread pudding and Eggs Florentine, complemented by fresh Florida juice from nearby Hollieanna Groves. For those seeking a culinary adventure, Thurston House offers a unique three-day, two-night Culinary Vacation Package. This immersive experience, led by owner and innkeeper Bev Fuller, includes hands-on cooking classes, new recipes, and insights from a local French chef, all set against the serene backdrop of an 1885 lakefront home. With nearby top-rated Maitland and Winter Park Florida restaurants, this getaway promises to delight food enthusiasts and casual cooks alike.

Breakfast at Thurston House

Experience a delicious full breakfast each morning of your stay at our stay. Pick a time between 8-10 am, and it will be waiting for you in the dining room. Special diet or requirements? No problem! Just let us know before your arrival!

The menu changes daily, but always includes several courses: a fruit, a sweet baked item, and hot egg entree. Guest favorites include the blueberry bread pudding, sweet potato hash with turkey sausage and fried eggs, and our eggs Florentine with bacon and grits! We exclusively serve Florida juice grown, harvested and processed down the street at Hollieanna Groves, a 3rd generation Florida citrus grower.

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Join us in the Kitchen

Imagine immersing yourself in a world where you can unwind, discover new things, and indulge your inner foodie. At Thurston House, we provide a unique culinary vacation experience. Whether you’re looking for an extended cooking retreat or just a single class, we can tailor an experience to suit your group’s needs. Bev Fuller, the Owner and Innkeeper, heads our Central Florida cooking school and ensures a delightful and inviting escape.

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What Our Guests are Saying:

“What a delightful and lovely place Thurston House was! Beverly is the ultimate in being welcoming AND as a chef! Breakfasts were so delicious and filling, and different every day of the 7 mornings we were there. The rooms are well equipped with everything you need for comfort including a desk, comfortable chairs, and comfortable pillows and beds. There’s a lovely porch overlooking a lake where we spend time reading and chatting, and many delicious and nearby places for dinner. If we’re ever in this area again, we’d definitely make a return visit! Well done, Beverly! Thanks for your wonderful hospitality!” Scott L. Read More Reviews!