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Five Oaks Inn

Palmetto, Florida

Royal palms and moss covered oaks provide an elegant setting for this "Bed and Breakfast" inn on the Manatee River. A Spanish-style terra cotta tiled roof accents this classic historical Florida home. A light and airy enclosed, screened and air-conditioned solarium/sunporch overlooks this sparkling river.

Inside the inn, the foyer with its proportioned arches and built-in leaded glass china closet and handsome fireplace flanked by window seats reflect the fine craftsmanship of an earlier time. A spacious eat-in kitchen, formal dining room and grill provide many options for dining. An oak staircase leads to the second floor, where guests are accommodated in Four large bedrooms, each with private bath. Aunt Lillie's Suite has a panoramic view of the Manatee River and a lovely sitting/reading room. Miss Evelyn's Room has a queen bed and gracious dormered windows overlooking the river. The Cap'n's Quarters, with king or twin beds, has a writing/work area designed especially for the professional or executive. Cheerful sun brightens the Palmetto Room, a lovely solarium porch with queen bed. All rooms are air-conditioned for your all-season comfort.

A delightful Florida breakfast awaits you in the morning with many native fruits, right from our own trees, served either on the sunporch overlooking the river or in the dining room. In the evening, enjoy a leisurely picnic or barbeque around the built-in brick fireplace or visit our outstanding restaurants both elegant and informal. Join your hosts on the large, all-season wrap-around porch for a complimentary cocktail.

This gracious southern inn, with its superb location and fantastic water view, welcomes guests to an atmosphere of relaxation and enjoyment.


LOCATION: 1102 Riverside Dr, Palmetto, FL 34221. Phone 941-723-1236.

ROOMS: 3 rooms and 1 suite, each with private bath. No pets or smoking.

RATES: $65-$100 per room per night. Weekly and monthly rates available. MasterCard, Visa, traveler's checks accepted.