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September Escapes at Cedar House Inn: Explore, Relax, and Celebrate

 

September in St. Augustine marks the start of a magical season where the city’s rich history and vibrant culture come alive. As the summer heat gives way to cooler days, the charm of Florida’s oldest city becomes even more inviting. For those seeking a sophisticated escape, Cedar House Inn offers the perfect blend of historic appeal and modern luxury. Here’s a look at some of the best activities to enjoy in St. Augustine this September, and why Cedar House Inn is your ideal home base.

 

Top Activities in St. Augustine This September

 

1. Uncover Hidden History on a Ghost Tour:
St. Augustine is known for its haunted history, and September is an excellent time to explore it. Join one of the many ghost tours that lead you through historic sites, old cemeteries, and narrow alleyways while sharing eerie tales. After your spooky adventure, return to the comfort and warmth of Cedar House Inn, where luxury and relaxation await.

 

2. Enjoy the Sing Out Loud Festival:
Music lovers will be thrilled with the Sing Out Loud Festival, the largest free music festival in St. Augustine. Experience live performances from local and national artists at venues around the city. Cedar House Inn’s prime location ensures you’re close to all the action, and after a night of music, you can relax in one of our luxurious rooms or suites.

 

3. Climb the St. Augustine Lighthouse:
Take advantage of September’s cooler weather by visiting the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Climb to the top for stunning views of the city and the Atlantic Ocean, and explore the Maritime Museum nearby. After a day of adventure, Cedar House Inn offers the perfect place to unwind and recharge.

 

4. Explore Nature at Anastasia State Park:
For those who love the outdoors, September is an ideal time to visit Anastasia State Park. Enjoy pristine beaches, nature trails, and bird-watching opportunities. After a day of exploration, return to the serenity of Cedar House Inn, where you can relax in a tranquil setting.

 

The Cedar House Inn Experience

At Cedar House Inn, every detail is designed to make your stay memorable. From our historic architecture to our personalized service, we provide a romantic and luxurious experience. Our guest rooms are uniquely decorated, blending historic charm with modern amenities. Start your day with a gourmet breakfast, and let Cedar House Inn be your sanctuary after exploring all that St. Augustine has to offer.

 

Planning a wedding or elopement? Cedar House Inn is the perfect venue for an intimate celebration. Our experienced team will work with you to create a beautiful, personalized event that reflects your unique love story.

 

Ready to Book Your September Escape?

St. Augustine in September offers a wealth of activities and experiences, and Cedar House Inn is ideally located to enjoy them all. Whether you’re here for the festivals, historic sites, or simply to relax, we are here to ensure your stay is nothing short of perfect.

 

Reserve your room today and experience where Old-World charm meets timeless romance.

Top places in St Augustine if you have a sweet tooth

Apart from its rich cultural heritage and romanticism, St Augustine, Florida is also famous for its extraordinary delicious desserts. So, while exploring St Augustine, don’t miss out to treat your taste buds with some famous sweet delicacies of the province. Also, be it family, friends or your beloved, it’s always a wonderful idea to pamper them with some mouthwatering sweets!

Here are few dessert places you can stop by during your stay with us at Cedar House Inn St Augustine.

  • Le Macaron: Located within walking distance from Cedar House Inn, Le Macaron at Cathedral Place, is an ideal definition for European style macarons. After a sumptuous breakfast at Cedar House, take a lazy stroll around the Cathedral place and indulge yourself into some yummy brown chocolate and passion fruit macarons.
  • Peace Pie: Located at 8 Aviles Street, on the oldest street, with cobblestone streets. They offer indoor & outdoor seating! Peace pie offers a unique spin on ice cream sandwiches with a pie filling. It is absolutely delicious!
  • Mayday Ice Cream: Located at 100 St. George St across from the Columbia Restaurant. This is your go to spot for handcrafted ice cream,they have homemade sprinkles as well as waffle cones! A local favorite!
  • Claude’s Chocolates: After many hours of wandering the Lightner Museum, pop into Claude’s Chocolates right across the street for some coffee and some handmade chocolates. This artisan chocolate shop features various gourmet chocolates, pralines, and chocolate covered goodies. Additionally they have a coffee bar and are not as crowded as the more internationally-known coffee competitors across the street. Plus, these little chocolates make the perfect gift to take home from your vacation in St. Augustine or to share with friends back at Cedar House Inn.
  • Choco Lattes: Cozy spot with nice ambiance. They offer indoor as well as patio seating. They offer wine, beer, lattes, & they also have a refreshing frozen Rose! They have so many delicious desserts & absolutely beautiful as well as delicious cakes!! Wonderful place to relax!! Located at 47 Cordova Street.

In addition to all these dessert places across the town, don’t forget to experience the dessert delicacies at Cedar House Inn. Our freshly baked cookies and yummy chocolate cakes are every visitor’s weakness! So, if you’re a sweet lover and an explorer, then St Augustine, Florida won’t disappoint you. Along with lively music and romance, you will also feel the sweet smell of bakeries at every corner of the city. Hurry up and plan a ‘sweet’ flavored vacation at St Augustine with Cedar House Inn Victorian Bed and Breakfast.

Let us provide you with luxury and tranquility

In keeping with the heritage of this 1893 Victorian-style home, Cedar House Inn is equipped with a warm and inviting atmosphere that provides top-class service; including a two course gourmet breakfast everyday, a wide array of complimentary beverages, fresh baked cookies daily, and a wrap around front porch that serves as the perfect location for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing in St. Augustine.

Feel the love of this romantic city

In November 2018, Trip Advisor named St Augustine as one of the most perfect romantic vacation destinations for young couples, newlyweds and long time lovers. In addition, Cedar House Inn, located in the heart of the romantic city of St. Augustine, is the perfect location for the most intimate of weddings. Many guests have chosen this inn for it’s classic ambiance, small weddings reserved for those closest to you, a special Floridian Honeymoon Suite, with a king-sized bed, Jacuzzi tub, and a private sundeck where you and your partner can sneak away for some privacy.

If you are looking to enhance the quality of your stay, Cedar House Inn also offers several themed packages ranging from anniversaries, vow renewals, birthdays, romance, picnics, tour tickets, and carriage rides.

Make your stay memorable with live music in St. Augustine

A vacation at St. Augustine is incomplete without experiencing some of the city’s amazing bands and musicians. There are numerous live music concerts including The Sing Out Loud Festival , Culture Club + B-52’s + Thompson Twins and Violent Femmes + Echo & The Bunnymen etc. that attract thousands of music lovers every year to St. Augustin. The musical cafes and clubs across the city are something that every musicophile will fall for!

Witness the rich heritage of St. Augustine

St. Augustine is known for its artistic and cultural influence and has long drawn artists, writers, musicians, and art enthusiasts to its center. The mesmerizing architecture of historical monuments and an array of museums throughout the city speak out loud of its rich cultural heritage. The Old Florida Museum, The Ximenez-Fatio Museum and The Lightner Museum are some of the famous museums across the city.

Step back in time while you experience the oldest masonry in the US at Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monument. Aimlessly stroll down St. George Street, one of the premiere streets in the country’s oldest city where you can get that souvenir and other local products for your loved ones back home from the boutiques and gift shops here.

So, what are you waiting for? Immerse yourself into the ancient history of St Augustine by securing your stay at Cedar House Inn.

LOVE NOTE: “we will absolutely be back”

“Cyndi & Staff.

Thank you for everything! All the special details and warm welcoming atmosphere made for a most wonderful weekend. Your house is beautiful and elegant, we will absolutely be back. 🙂

It was a pleasure getting to know you and sharing stories. We loved The Alligator Farm (will be doing the zip-line next time) and the Haunted St. Augustine Ghost Tour, visited/walked all the way up to the light house and more memorable of all was Anastasia State Park…where he popped the question in the perfect spot between the sand dunes. I foresee future anniversaries being celebrated there.

Much much love,

Jen & Matt Rinder.

p.s. – Breakfast was fantastic! Thank you for accommodating our unique diet, truly delicious.”

Live Music All Summer In St. Augustine!

St. Augustine Amphitheater
St. Augustine Amphitheater

When you plan your next St. Augustine adventure (including a stay at TripAdvisor’s #1 Bed & Breakfast in the USA, Cedar House Inn), make sure you check into some of the amazing bands and musicians who are including the Ancient City in their tour plans. Here are just a few of the shows you might want to see:

There’s also the Anastasia Park Summer Concert Series, and performances all over the city at cafes and clubs. Music lovers will have no problem finding something to suit their tastes while visiting.
As always, we recommend that you begin planning your St. Augustine getaway at www.cedarhouseinn.com

Thank you!
Cyndi & The Cedar House Team

Trip Advisor Again Names Cedar House #1 Bed & Breakfast!

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Imagine our surprise when we received the news that Trip Advisor, The World’s Largest Travel Site, has once again recognized St. Augustine’s Cedar House Inn as the overall US winner in the Bed & Breakfast category in the 2018 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® awards for Hotels. Travelers’ Choice award winners were determined based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single year from TripAdvisor travelers worldwide. That means that you, our valued friend and guest, is at least partly responsible for this honor if you’ve ever shared your opinion of your Cedar House experience with fellow travelers. I also owe a great deal of gratitude to my incredible staff, who have been mindful of your every comfort during your stay.

“This year’s Travelers’ Choice awards for Hotels recognize thousands of exceptional accommodations that received the highest marks for overall experience, including service, amenities and value, from travelers worldwide,” said Brooke Ferencsik, senior director of communications. “The global TripAdvisor community informed this list of winners that will inspire and help travelers find the hotel that’s right for them as they plan and book their next amazing trip.” In the 16th year of the awards, TripAdvisor has recognized 8,095 properties in 94 countries and eight regions worldwide.

For the complete list of Travelers’ Choice Hotel award-winners for 2018, as well as the latest reviews and candid traveler photos, visit TripAdvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels. Travelers can also follow the conversation on Twitter at #TravelersChoice.

24th Annual Bed & Breakfast Holiday Tour Winners

Thank you to all that joined us at Cedar House Inn for the St Augustine Historic Inns Holiday Bed & Breakfast Tour!

We hope that you enjoyed our Doubloon Give Away and want to congratulate the 5 Winners who picked the coins with the special PURPLE dots! They’ll all receive a complimentary one night mid-week stay at Cedar House Inn.

But wait…there’s more! We want EVERYONE to be a winner! Hang on to your doubloon for a 20% discount on any reservation made in July – September 2018 (excluding holidays). Use Promo Code 1210 now at www.cedarhouseinn.com (offer expires Jan. 1, 2018). Congratulations to all of our attendees!

One doubloon reservation per couple will be accepted, please contact Cyndi at (904) 829-0079 for additional reservation information.

Wishing everyone a warm and wonderful holiday season and a prosperous New Year!

Cyndi and the Cedar House Team

Air Tour Of St. Augustine

I love it when guests come to the Inn with a new idea for appreciating the Ancient City! Jason & Jessica recently sent me photos of their St. Augustine-By-Air tour with St. Augustine Bi-Planes. They got airborne with expert pilot Dave in his fully restored 1935 Custom Cabin Waco Bi-Plane! An incredibly exciting way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
The plane seats up to 4 passengers, so you can bring along a loved one, a pal, or bring the kiddos! The Waco is a true time machine and this is the world’s only company offering rides in a Custom Cabin Waco Biplane. If you love St. Augustine from the ground you will appreciate it even more from the air. Where else can you fly in a true piece of aviation history over one of the most historic places in the USA!

 

St. Augustine: Where History and Hospitality Meet

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Imagine, for a moment, a land where you can step back into time; where explorers roamed and legends began. Welcome to St. Augustine, Florida: the oldest European settlement in the United States. Over the centuries, many countries have fought over this city, each leaving their unique mark and story. The city offers a glance through time as a popular tourist spot today. So let’s go exploring.The settlement of St. Augustine was established by the Spanish in 1565, forty years before the English colony of Jamestown. It was settled to stop the French from moving into the area and to help secure the sea for Spanish fleets.

Both the French and English attacked and destroyed St. Augustine multiple times in its early history. This led to the creation of the fort Castillo de San Marcos in 1672. The industrious builders used a mortar made of ancient shells called coquina. This interesting mix made the fort strong and fireproof, keeping it from falling into enemy hands. Castillo de San Marcos took 23 years to build and still stands today as the oldest fortification in the U.S., and lives as a testament to the strength and creativity of those who built it.

Read more at Resnexus.com

Best of St. Augustine 2017 Readers Poll

Best of St Augustine

Do your St. Augustine memories include a particularly great meal? A delightful shopping experience? A great attraction or excursion? The voting has started for The St. Augustine Record‘s 2017 #BestofStAugustine readers poll.

We consider this poll another opportunity for our guests to share/recommend some of the local businesses they’ve encountered during their visit to the Ancient City. It’s also a great resource to include while planning your next St. Augustine getaway.
 
Cedar House Inn has been blessed to be recognized in this poll for many years and we would love to have your vote this year. You can find us in the PROFESSIONAL SERVICES category of the poll.
 
Many Thanks & Happy Summer!
Cyndi