Westcott House
The Westcott House occupies an 1880 building that transports guests back to the Victorian Age. The house sits on the bay and is only a few blocks from historic district of St. Augustine in northeast Florida. Each guest room is equipped with Victorian age antique furniture, a Jacuzzi built for two and a fireplace.
Westcott House
146 Avenida Menendez
St. Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 825-4602
westcotthouse.com
Cedar House Inn
Housed in a building from 1893, the Cedar House Inn is the annual recipient of awards for its romantic and friendly environment. The inn sits on a tree-lined street in historic St. Augustine in northeast Florida. Guests can enjoy the quiet solitude of the surrounding on one of the many porches and balconies or unwind in the outdoor Jacuzzi. The interior of the inn also include a wood-burning fireplace in the parlor, classical music playing in the background and a complimentary glass of Port for each guest. An antique chess table and a supply of jigsaw puzzles are also available for guests to use during their stay.
Cedar House Inn
79 Cedar Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 829-0079
cedarhouseinn.com
Lover's Key Resort
On the southwest coast of Florida, Lover's Key Resort is located on a private island situated between Sanibel Island, Fort Myers Beach, Bonita Springs and Naples. Guests of the resort can enjoy views of Estero Bay, Lovers Key State Park and the Gulf of Mexico or star gaze and watch the sun set from a private balcony.
Lover's Key Resort
8771 Estero Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
(239) 765-1040
loverskey.com
Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
The Grand Floridian is a Victorian style resort in the heart of the magic of Disney World in Orlando. Guests of the resort feel far removed from the modern hustle and bustle of Orlando with the resort's world-class dining, entertainment and accommodations including the white sandy beach and Seven Seas Lagoon that sits alongside the hotel.
Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
4401 Floridian Way
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
(407) 939-7429
disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/grand-floridian-resort-and-spa/
Wilderness Lodge
The Wilderness Lodge at Disney World offers a combination of nature with modern amenities. The lodge has a seven-story lobby built from Lodgepole Pine and includes an 82-foot fireplace. Springs, a creek and a waterfall that runs into the swimming pool are but a few of the amenities guests can enjoy. Fire Rock Geyser, which is built to resemble Old Faithful at Yellowstone National Park, erupts hourly, shooting water 120 feet into the air. Honeymoon suites at the lodge include marble whirlpool tubs.
Wilderness Lodge
901 Timberline Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
(407) 939-7429
disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/wilderness-lodge-resort
Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach
The Mediterranean architecture of the Ritz-Carlton in Palm Beach creates a romantic setting for couples to celebrate almost any occasion or for a special getaway. The hotel offers views of the Atlantic Ocean, fitness center, spa, pool, jacuzzi, tennis courts and a nearby championship golf course.
Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach
100 South Ocean Blvd.
Manalapan, FL 33462
(561) 533-6000
ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/PalmBeach/Default.htm
Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island
Located right on a strip of secluded beach is the Ritz-Carlton on Amelia Island in northeast Florida. A spa, tennis courts and a championship golf course all are located on the Ritz-Carlton oak-surrounded property. Each guest room also has a private balcony for enjoying ocean views or catching a breath of fresh air.
Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island
4750 Amelia Island Parkway
Amelia Island, FL 32034
(904) 277-1100
ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/AmeliaIsland/Default.htm
The Palms Hotel
The Palms Hotel in Miami Beach, after complete renovations in 2009, offers guests a tropical-chic ambiance. Oceanfront guest rooms include oversized windows and sofa bed to catching glimpses of the Atlantic Ocean. Hotel grounds include tropical gardens, an oasis style pool with palm trees and a boardwalk that leads directly to the beach.
The Palms Hotel
3025 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33140
(305) 534-0505
thepalmshotel.com
Key West Marriott
The Key West Marriott sits on a seven-acre piece of property that overlooks the water. With tropical gardens and a waterfront swimming pool, romance surrounds all of the guests at the hotel. Elegant accommodations combine with tropical elegance to provide a laid-back yet elegant ambiance.
Key West Marriott
3841 North Roosevelt Blvd.
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 296-8100
beachsidekeywest.com
Sawgrass Marriott
The Sawgrass Marriott offers hotel rooms, suites and villas for guests to choose for their romantic stay. With gardens and landscaping surrounding the hotel, lit at night with Tiki torches and lantern lighting, the hotel offers a romantic ambiance. Guests also can play golf at the world famous TPC Sawgrass Stadium Course, home of The Players Championship, and the Valley Course.
Sawgrass Marriott
1000 PGA Tour Boulevard
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
(904) 285-7777
sawgrassmarriott.com
About The Author
Kristie Lorette started writing professionally in 1996. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in marketing and multinational business from Florida State University and an MBA from Nova Southeastern University. Publications include Bill Savings, Money Smart Life and Mortgage Loan.
