The Fairbanks House
Select Registry Member Since 1998





The Fairbanks House
Select Registry Member Since 1998
The Basics
Featured in The Best Romantic Escapes in Florida, awarded as the Number one place in the United States to Elope by where to Elope.com, and awarded membership in Select Registry for 25 consecutive years, Fairbanks House aims to please. This 8000 square foot 1885 Italianate villa is located in the historic district of Fernandina Beach, home of Amelia Island’s tours, attractions, shops and restaurants, and an easy bike ride to 13 miles of pristine beach.
Things We Love

We have bikes for our guests to use to explore the area

We provide all types of beach equipment, (Towels, Coolers, Backpacks, Chairs, Umbrellas, etc), for guests to enjoy a perfect beach day

We have sports equipment, (Tennis Rackets, Petanque sets. Disc Golf Bags and discs), for our guests to enjoy on the courts, or courses nearby
At A Glance
- Complimentary WiFi
- Electric Vehicle Charger
- Swimming Pool
- Free On-site Parking
- Concierge Services
- Adult Only
- Green/Environmentally Friendly
Best For
- History & Heritage
- Outdoor Activities
- Romantic Retreat/Honeymoon Destination
Sip & Savor

David's has a vast menu of culinary delights, utilizing the freshest ingredients to bring homemade dishes straight to your table

Joe's 2nd Street Bistro features fresh, local seafood, certified angus beef and a unique wine list to fit all occasions

Espana highlights raditional flavors from Spain & Portugal in their tapas focused menu
In The Know
Here are a few things you can't miss when you visit...
- Be sure to try the "Angry Potatoes" at Espana
- Beer lovers, don't miss the "Smok'n Mrtha" cherrywood finished porter at Amelia Island Brewing Company
- Hikers, Cyclists and nature lovers, be sure to check out the Egans Creek Trails
Welcome
Featured in The Best Romantic Escapes in Florida and awarded membership in Select Registry for 22 consecutive years, Fairbanks House aims to please. This 8000 square foot 1885 Italianate villa is located in the historic district of Fernandina Beach, home of Amelia Island’s tours, attractions, shops and restaurants, and an easy bike ride to 13 miles of pristine beach. The mansion, three cottages and pool rest on an eco-friendly landscaped smoke-free acre featuring native plants and a butterfly garden.
Oversized rooms and suites – some with kitchens and multiple beds - are furnished with a blend of today’s comforts and yesterday’s beauty: king beds, flat panel televisions, coffee makers and antiques. Guest baths (all private ensuite) of this Amelia Island bed and breakfast offer showers and Jacuzzi or Victorian soaking tubs as well as earth-friendly amenities. Gourmet breakfasts and daily social hours with beverages and hot hors d’oeuvres can be enjoyed in our historic public rooms or piazzas by the garden where you’ll want to linger. Complimentary bikes, wifi, off-street parking, beach equipment, games and reading materials are always available but we are also at your service to make recommendations and reservations for a great Amelia Island experience. We’re happy to accommodate special diets – just ask.
Our Amelia Island bed and breakfast caters to adults and we’re known for our great packages including romance, holiday, elopement and ladies’ packages. Please visit our website or call us for our recommendations for your Amelia Island adventure.
Amenities
Inn Amenities: Pool, Tesla/Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Free Onsite Parking, Gardens on Property, LGBT Friendly, Green Environmentally Friendly, Limited Spa Service, Wine/Spirits Available, National Historic Registry, Concierge Services
Food & Wine
Breakfast
Meals Offered: Breakfast
Restaurant on Premises: No
Special Diets Accommodated: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free, Yes
Breakfast: Complimentary
Breakfast Service: Full
Breakfast Seating: Individual Tables, Communal, Flexible Times
Pub/Tavern on Premises: No
Alcohol Permits: Beer, Wine
Dining Amenities: Complimentary Beverages, Complimentary Afternoon Tea/Refreshments, Complimentary Snacks, Complimentary Early Coffee Tea, Evening Cocktails, Complimentary Evening Hors d'oeuvres, Complimentary Warm Cookies before bed
Rooms & Suites
Cottages
Accommodations: Cottages, Efficiency, Suites
# of Rooms: 12
Beds: Twin, Queen, King
Room Entertainment: Cable TV, DVD Blu-Ray Players, iPod Docking Station, Video Library
Handicap Accessible: Not handicap accessible due to historic nature of property
Room Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clocks, Antique Furnishing, Bathrobes, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Ironing Boards, Microwaves, Private Deck, Refrigerator, Telephones, Whirlpool or Jacuzzi
For information on ADA accessibility for the facility or its rooms, please contact the property directly.
Guest Services
Wireless
Internet Service: Wireless, Complimentary
Front Desk/Security: OnSite, Business Hours
Corporate Rates: Yes
Inn Amenities: Pool, Tesla/Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Free Onsite Parking, Gardens on Property, LGBT Friendly, Green Environmentally Friendly, Limited Spa Service, Wine/Spirits Available, National Historic Registry, Concierge Services
Location Type
Location Type: Small Town/Village, Coastal
Policies
Outside Only
Minimum Stay Required: Weekends, Holidays
Pet-Friendly: No
Innkeeper's Pets: Outside Only
Smoking Policy: Smoke Free
Family Friendly: No
Weddings & Events
Fairbanks House offers romantic affordable elopements for the wedding couple only - no guests. This complete package includes your officiant, wedding dinner, post-ceremony tour, wedding cake, champagne, and photography. You've done the heavy lifting by finding each other; let us do the rest.
Events Supported: Elopement
Wedding Services & Amenities: Officiant, Photographer
Business Travel & Events
Meeting Types: Retreats
Meeting Facilities: Indoor