Whether you’re stocking up for the holidays, shopping for a special gift, or just looking to spend a fun and laughter-filled weekend with your girlfriends, St. Augustine’s shopping scene has something for everyone. Interested in something particular? Give us a call and ask for a personal itinerary! In the meantime, consider the following possibilities … Read More
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Unique Things to Do In St. Augustine FL: A Rejuvenating Salt Spa
Looking for unique things to do in St. Augustine FL? We suggest something that you can only do in a couple of places around the country–a therapeutic salt spa. People have known the health benefits of salt for thousands of years–but it is much more commonplace in Europe. That acceptance could trace all the way … Read More
The Best Quiche Lorraine Recipe
The best quiche lorraine recipe begins with a few simple ingredients. We bought the Bayfront Marin House in 2010, after putting a five year plan together to own a bed and breakfast in St. Augustine (full disclosure: the five year plan took us 14!). When I think back to everything that we didn’t know then, … Read More
Three Things Every St. Augustine Bride Can Learn from the Royal Wedding
I had a couple of thoughts about the Royal Wedding yesterday. We work with a lot of St. Augustine brides here at the Bayfront Marin House. And while most of our weddings are not broadcast worldwide, each of our weddings is a historic event–celebrating two people finding each other is always a big deal. But … Read More
Breakfast Recipe: Marin House French Toast
It’s true, you know–food tastes better on vacation. Having said that, we have a couple of recipes that taste really really good any time–on vacation, at home, at a family gathering. Our Famous French Toast is one of those recipes. It is one of two recipes that we constantly give to our guests, and it … Read More
An Insider’s Guide to The Best Live Music in St. Augustine, FL
There are a lot of reasons to come to St. Augustine–our history, our beaches, our restaurants, our art scene. It’s time to add another one to that list: the live music venues, and the many opportunities to hear great musicians and amazing bands. The hub is a HUGE music fan–writing songs with his friends all … Read More
Top Restaurants in St. Augustine — A Foodie Weekend Itinerary
Do you live to eat? You and your tastebuds will be very very happy in St. Augustine–it’s a foodie paradise!! Not only are there over 260 restaurants listed on Yelp as being near St. Augustine, it seems like almost every week one or more of our restaurants are featured in national publications, and tons and … Read More
Planning Your Family Vacation in St. Augustine: The Beachcomber Cottages on Vilano
Are you planning a family vacation in St. Augustine? We know it’s not easy being the designated planner: you’re trying to figure out a great place to stay, one where everyone is comfortable, and no one has to wait too long to use the bathroom. You want a big enough place for you to all … Read More
TPC Sawgrass Players Championship in St. Augustine
Looking for a Florida golf vacation like no other? Book a stay at our top rated boutique hotel in St. Augustine and catch the Players Championship, one of the PGA Tour’s most prestigious and most watched events. TPS Sawgrass Players Championship Tuesday, May 8, – Sunday, May 13, 2018 Tee-offs 6:30 – 7:30 am The … Read More
9 Things to Do in St. Augustine in the Rain
Damp weather in St. Augustine doesn’t have to dampen your plans! There are plenty of cool things to do in stormy weather. Here are my top nine: 1. The Lightner. This is my favorite museum in town (pictured above), although I don’t recommend it if you’re only here for a day (because it’s so large … Read More