Beds ‘n Breakfasts of the Burg

 

Walking distance from both Beach Drive and Central Ave, the Watergarden has 14 unique suites, with King or Queen size beds; most with feather beds. All suites include new flat screen TVs and Keurig coffee/tea makers. Other amenities include a pool, bikes on request and a continental breakfast. Originally built in 1910, then added onto in 1916, the property has changed hands and purposes over the years. The inn is small but has many areas to read books or relax with a drink. The dining area is adjacent to the pool and guests are encouraged to take their food outside and enjoy the Florida weather. 

“We want to make sure they know they’re in Florida,” owner Bill Witt says. “Some guests have said they feel like they’re staying at their own private oasis.”

Rock ‘n Bed & Breakfast Getting Ready to Roll

When Brett Bruns heard that the former owner of Jannus Landing was selling his collection of signed guitars, he moved quickly to keep the collection in the Burg. He bought them all, then proceeded to pick up pieces of a few other local landmarks. When the awnings came down at the Grayl’s hotel, Brett snapped them up, salvaging as well as the bar and a lot of wood trim from the historic hotel.

Last Sunday, June 24th, Bruns also announced a casting call for a reality show to be set within the confines of the 9-bedroom B’nB called "The Artist." 8 women which he describes as "model-type" will be hired to live there and compete for the affection of an unnamed international pop/hip-hop music artist/fashion show producer. Question is where this reality show would be airing.

All these elements are being brought together in the rockin’est B’nB in the Burg, on 121 5th Ave N, where each room has a different rock ‘n roll theme–shown in the video below. Stay tuned–the Rock ‘n Roll B’nB plans to open in the near future.