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Reviews of The Cottage Bed & Breakfast

4 out of 5
The Cottage Bed & Breakfast
295 W Palmer Mill Rd, Monticello, FL

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 94 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 94 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 94 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 94 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 94 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great deal of thought and care was given to the decor and creature comforts.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Martha, owner on 10 Jul 2023
Thanks so much! You were a pleasure to talk to and do return soon and often!

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Martha, owner on 4 Jul 2023
Thanks SO much! Such an encouragement to us to find a brother and sister as guests! DO return soon and often!

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at the Cottage Bed & Breakfast for a one night get away, and it was the perfect spot to get out of the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The detail in all of the rooms made the experience, along with the breakfast and company the following morning. The Cottage Bed and Breakfast is a beautiful little spot and will be returning if ever in town again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Martha, owner on 28 Jun 2023
Cole, SO nice of you to give us a great review - we so loved having you two stay with us - you're delightful people and so easy to host! DO return soon and often - we very much look forward to seeing you again!

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful location, trees, flowers, a koi pond, covered porches, birds, little lizards... Just a little slice of heaven. The room was large, bed was comfortable and the bathroom was a dream, double sinks, a claw foot tub (which I took full advantage of). The owners were so sweet and accommodating. No doubt that if I go back to the area, I'll be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Martha, owner on 14 Jun 2023
You guys were WONDERFUL guests - please, please come back soon and often!

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from martha, owner on 17 Nov 2022
Thanks SO much! We're so glad you enjoyed it and we sure enjoyed having YOU!

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful house and an amazing getaway for a romantic weekend. the property is clean and well maintained with an extremely friendly owner. the breakfast included was delicious and the room was delightfully cozy. The property is so well maintained from the outback garden to the angelic inside that I felt like royalty while I stayed. It was honestly an amazing experience that I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Martha, owner on 31 Oct 2022
Thanks so much! We're so pleased you enjoyed it! Love to have you back any time!

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice bed and breakfast place
Amazing atmosphere, very friendly hosts, and wonderful service. Continental breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Martha, owner on 28 Oct 2022
Thanks so much! We're loving having you two!

10/10 Excellent

JEFFERY, Bartow

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host were great. Nice small town feel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Martha, owner on 18 Oct 2022
Thanks SO much! We so enjoyed having you guys! Do come again!

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed a place to stay near Florida State for a game coming from central Florida. Anything decent in Tallahassee on a football game weekend was so expensive. This gem was a lot less $ and offered a lot more. Property owners were super nice and accommodating. Yes this was a half hour away but the bonus is it's a half hour shorter when driving back. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Martha, owner on 26 Sept 2022
Thanks so much! Sure enjoyed you stay!

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted with a genuine friendly welcome. And left as precious new friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Martha, Owner on 14 Sept 2022
Thanks SO much - we feel the same way! Hope you return soon and often!

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique, very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Martha, owner on 6 Aug 2022
So glad you enjoyed it - DO come again!

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our room! Very peaceful and the breakfast was amazing. Owner was a great host, very accommodating and we had a wonderful conversation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Martha - owner on 24 Jul 2022
Thanks SO much! Glad you enjoyed it and we look forward to a return visit!

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peace and quiet
This B & B reminded us of a European chateau. The grounds and room’s decor was designed to match the style. It was all quiet and peaceful allowing for a restful nights sleep. The breakfast and hospitality was exceptional. Should we pass this way again, Monticello and this B & B will be on our list of stops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Martha, co-owner on 4 Jul 2022
So very kind! Thanks so much, and DO come again! It's so satisfying when guests "get" us and ourr ambiance and style! The peace is truly heavenly!

4/10 Poor

valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for walking to town but clearly Monticello had suffered during the pandemic. Sidewalks needed repairs and many businesses were closed. Similarly this property was in need of exterior cleaning and work. A couple of rooms had been painted but there appears to be some sort of building project on going. Breakfast was two nice pastries no savory dishes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from Martha, the owner on 19 Jun 2022
We are not sure these guests saw the town or the B&B during their visit! Not only is the town clearly coming up, there were just flowers recently planted inside brand-new curbs in the main square! The exterior is not in need of cleaning, unless I am not understanding what they're referring to (there are always some leaves on the courtyard) but It's true a new chapel is nearly complete! Breakfast is always continental on weekdays but included more than just pastry - also fresh fruit, juice and yogurt. We enjoyed having these guests and are mystified at their view.

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

We had a wonderful time! The couple are so nice that run this bed and breakfast and it’s beautifully decorated. 😊😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Response from Martha - co-owner on 20 Mar 2022
Thanks so much! We enjoyed having you!

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hospitality was amazing and the environment is peaceful. This is an excellent place to escape and be stored. I can’t say enough about our experience and the unique hospitality of the community.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Martha - owner on 14 Mar 2022
Thanks so much - LOVED having you and hope you'll be back again soon!

4/10 Poor

Deborah A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
1. The property was NOT well-lit at night and it was very dark without street lights. I had a hard time finding the path to get to my room in the pitch black dark. 2. The owner works another job so she wasn't available some of the time. I had to wait for her to finish a work conference call before I could check in. 3. The breakfast was extremely limited. A small disk of yogurt and a small disk of fruit [a few strawberries and a couple raspberries were served.] For $200.00 a night, i expected a full breakfast. 4. Like one of the other reviews, that I didn't see right away, otherwise, I wouldn't have booked here, The room smelled very very musty; and it seemed like an attempt was made to cover the smell with incense sticks in a fragrant oil. I found the smell very over-bearing and stayed out of the room as much as possible. I was only in the room from midnight until 7 AM. The main building also smelled musty too. 5. I would not refer anyone to this B&B. 6. Some of the garden patio furriture had black mold on the cushions.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Response from Martha, the owner on 9 Dec 2021
First of all, though there were lights on in the patio and on the path to her room at night, there are probably a couple of dark places. She may have waited a couple of minutes at 3 for me to finish a phone call, but she is right that she did have a short wait and we are very sorry about that. We did request several times that she let us know when she'd be checking in so we could avoid any conflict between our hosting and my job, but that isn't always possible. Unfortunately, we get very little choice from the online services like Expedia to make our breakfast policy clear and that is unfortunate. Breakfast was a misunderstanding, as we thought we had made clear to the guest that we'd be having home-made apple cake and french breakfast pastry, but neglected to request she tell us when she was ready, so we could bring it out to her warm. I was a few minutes late getting to the breakfast area and she was a few minutes early - so something of a misunderstanding. She did not call or text me until she had already left so that I could get bring out the homemade treat I had in the oven staying warm. She forgot to mention the beautiful china and glassware and the fresh flowers on the table, along with the cranberry juice and the vanilla-lavender-cardamom-honey greek yogurt and fresh fruit with an flower-sprigged herb as accent. The room is not musty and the we're very surprised she could even smell the fragrance diffuser as it is only reeds and we haven't put any fragrance in it for several months. There is no mold on the cushions in the garden, though some of them have dark discolorations in places - they are outside. All in all an unfortunate set of snafus We do apologize!

10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was such a relaxing few days. Loved staying in the quaint town. So very relaxed. Only thing that needs to change is on the booking listed it shows full breakfast. Only continental served. When we arrived we were told only then it was continental. Needs a stand up shower. There wss a tub with a shower wand. We did have a wonderful time despite these things. They just need to be addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from Martha, owner on 30 Oct 2021
So glad you had a great, relaxing time! The info and photos on that room clearly show no stand up shower, and we had a room available at that time that has a stand up shower,, however,, we'll revisit our verbiage on line to make sure it says weekdays we serve a nice continental. Do return to relax again!

10/10 Excellent

Dwight

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and unique property and charming hosts. They made our stay extra special.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Response from Martha, owner on 9 Oct 2021
Thanks so much! We look forward to your soon !return

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay at The Cottage
We had an amazing stay. Monticello is a sweet town. Meeting Martha & JM was delightful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from Martha, owner on 14 Aug 2021
Guys, thanks SO much! We enjoyed your stay! Please return soon, and bring friends!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was like Tony the tiger (Its Great!!!!! Real nice friendly place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Martha - owner on 15 Jun 2021
So sweet - thanks so much, and DO come again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay here was like staying in fairy tale. I absolutely loved the owners and the guests who were also staying. The grounds were so beautiful; I hope to visit another time, just for fun! I am so glad I stayed there versus staying in a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Response from Martha, owner on 20 Apr 2021
Thanks SO much! We sure enjoyed having you and are so glad you enjoyed it! Your reaction is what we're going for! DO return and much success on your educational career!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Response from Martha -owner on 24 Feb 2021
Thanks SO much!

10/10 Excellent

art

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed and breakfast
Lovely hostess. Friendly and professional. Very comfortable. Convenient location. Spotless. Lovely place. Slightly odd layout of toilet in the bathroom. May be tight for taller guests.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Response from Martha - owner on 24 Dec 2020
You guys are so nice and you were great guests! The toilet area is a bit tight in the Romeo & Juliet - limited space in the old bathrooms! Do return - hope you found a great new home/property!

10/10 Excellent

ErinE, Panama City Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cottage was a beautiful little retreat in Monticello! We really enjoyed our stay. The garden out back was lovely and the decor inside was truly unique. Breakfast was wonderful - Martha made delicious gluten-free waffles! We enjoyed our conversation with the hosts as well as the tour of the house. It was neat to see all the work they'd put into it; you can tell it is a labor of love. The Cottage is a hidden gem! Thanks for having us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from Martha-owner on 16 Sept 2020
Guys, thanks! So enjoyed you stay too and hope you return soon and often and you're both blessed!

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from Martha - owner on 18 Aug 2020
WOW - THANKS! Y'all feel free to reserve a come-back stay anytime!

10/10 Excellent

Olivia, Bennington, VT

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were super kind and helpful. The property is gorgeous. Breakfast was customized to our needs. The bathroom was so fun too! Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Response from Martha - owner on 27 Jun 2020
Thanks, Olivia! You're so kind. Do come back and let us make you comfortable again!

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This stay is a one-of-a-kind gem
Martha and Jean Michelle are warm and delightful hosts, full of stories and interesting information and eager to make a guest feel at home. The Cottage B&B is a one of a kind experience filled with Southern charm. We stayed in the Mediterranean room, one of three available rentals. In addition to the bedroom and bath (with European shower), our accomodations had a small sitting room with leather couch, TV, refrigerator and sink. Breakfast was included and was fresh fruit and yogurt, coffee, juice and hot apple turnovers fresh from the oven. The Cottage B&B also has a lovely garden and courtyard. This is a special place, not your typical stay. The hosts are warm and caring and make it a total experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Response from Martha on 5 Jun 2020
Guys - thanks SO much! We sure enjoyed having you and look forward to your soon return! Safe journey and DO let us make you comfortable again!

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming spot in historic Florida town
Loved this charming B&B in Monticello! The owners have put a spectacular amount of effort in making each of the rooms individual. We felt welcome, and wish we had been able to spend more time there. Breakfast was also delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Response from Martha - Owner on 20 Jan 2020
Hey, guys! Thanks SO much! Your good review is gold to us and we really appreciate it. Please come back and see us again soon!

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from Martha, owner on 16 Dec 2019
Thanks! Do come back soon!

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from Martha, owner on 30 Nov 2019
Thanks! Do return and recommend us!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from Martha on 9 Oct 2019
THANK YOU SO MUCH! We so appreciate your kind review - do tell your friends and DO return again and again@!

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Much Better Than The Name Implies
We really like this area of Florida and have visited often, but this is the first time we've tried the bed and breakfast option. The Cottage was in the perfect location and was competitively priced. It is a beautifully renovated building with a really nice feel to it = very Villa-like. Martha and JM were very accommodating and friendly. Really the only downside was a few of the condition aspects - shower doors didn't fit quite right and arrangements for night lights (puck lights and one plug in) weren't working. Other than that and a very generic bed we found this to be an excellent choice in lodging.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Martha - owner on 5 Aug 2019
We're so glad they liked us! The puck lights had run out of battery. The plug in is an emergency light that comes on when the power goes off. Unfortunately, they didn't bring either of these to our attention so we could have a) done something and b) explained how the emergency light worked. These folks really noticed the smallest details! Just wish they'd shared! Like that they still gave us excellent marks!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Couch and continental vs bed and breakfast experience. The bed was small and unstable so we could not sleep together in the bed..beautiful home and grounds but the continental breakfast was very limited .rasberry, yogurt, juice, coffee...the hosts explained that the Full breakfast is on the weekends only. We expected cereal, milk, bananas , strawberries.. The grounds make us want to explore Again on the weekend to see if we get a Total Bed and Breakfast experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Martha, owner on 2 Aug 2019
We're so sorry these charming guests had some issues while here. The queen bed frame had been loosened by the prev guests who didn't tell us, so that was unfortunate, and no chance to fix it for them due to a misunderstanding about it being fixed. The website says it's a continental breakfast and it is, we serve excellent pastry, coffee, juice, fresh fruit and the like on weekdays, sorry we didn't have cereal.. They're lovely folks and we hope they return as these unusual issues are fixed.

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The B&B is wonderful. I enjoyed My stay and the Food is Amazing. Martha is an unbelievable cook
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Martha, owner on 25 Jul 2019
Thanks SO much! Come back and see us and enjoy the peace and serenity!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The human touch of the B&B. The level of details from decoration to breakfast, to meeting people that you would NEVER meet in a hotel. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from Martha, owner on 6 May 2019
Thanks SO much - you "get" us! Hope you'll visit again VERY soon!

8/10 Good

M Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sweet Little B&B
This is a little gem and quite comfortable. Jean Michel and Martha made us feel very welcome. The location is ideal for a quick walk downtown (about 3 small blocks) to Rev Cafe where the food is very nice. The Cottage has a lovely unique garden area where you can sit out and enjoy a glass of wine in a very quiet neighborhood setting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Response from Martha, owner on 6 May 2019
Thanks! Please return soon!

10/10 Excellent

Ziza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Countdown to the next The Cottage visit!
Delightful! Made a business trip feel like a mini-vacation. Definitely recommend making dinner reservations for at least one evening of your stay. JM and Martha are amazing chefs and delightful hosts. Cannot wait to go back with time to enjoy the garden, a good book and the Cravanzola's delicious cuisine paired with a lovely wine! The town of Monticello is lovely. If you are craving a relaxed, unplugged few days this is the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Martha, owner on 14 Mar 2019
Thanks SO much! We can't wait for your soon and often return! Counting the days.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A cozy European villa
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from Martha, owner on 8 Mar 2019
Thanks, Jeffrey! Please come again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little piece of Europe in small town Florida.
Venue was well decorated and had a nice, Mediterranean feel. The hosts were super friendly and accommodating. Very nice place. I would stay again and recommend to my friends.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Martha, the owner on 2 Jan 2019
Thanks, Raymond! We so appreciate that kind review and look forward to your soon return!

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem in Monticello Florida
We stayed here in conjunction with a performance at the Monticello Opera House. Perfect location, great food, friendly hosts, and comfortable room added to a great weekend getaway within walking distance of the Opera House.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Martha, owner on 18 Dec 2018
Thank you, Stephen! So kind! We sure appreciated the impromptu concert as well

10/10 Excellent

John, Uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay staff great breakfast great coffee great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Martha and Jean Michel, owners on 26 Nov 2018
Thanks SO much! Every good review is gold to us and we sure appreciate you taking the time to say you liked it! DO come back soon and often!

6/10 Okay

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Friendly but
Fabulously friendly. In Romeo suite can’t fit on toilet if you’re taller than 5’7”. Bathtub with only hand held shower head.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Martha, owner on 28 Oct 2018
Happy that you thought us friendly - we try. Sorry you had an issue with the toilet area, but we've had over 6- footers stay in there often with no complaints and the room info makes clear that there is a tub only and no shower. A different room no doubt would've been a better fit, but the R&J was all we had available due to the influx of hurricane workers - hope you'll give us another chance and try a more suitable room for your needs!

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Last Minute Business Trip Post Hurricane
I needed a place to stay for a last minute business trip in the Tallahassee area, the week after Hurricane Michael made landfall. All major hotel chains were sold out for the week. This B&B was available, and I am glad that I booked it. The B&B accommodations allowed for my trip to be less stressful. The breakfast was wonderful. The hosts respected my privacy, and allowed for me to complete my work and to much needed rest. I would gladly stay here again, whether it be a work or leisure trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Martha, owner on 23 Oct 2018
Thanks so much, Andrew! And we would love to have you back anytime! So kind of you to give us a good review and do come and see us again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great gem in a beautiful historic town. The hosts are lovely and created a wonderful, relaxing environment for travelers
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Martha, owner on 19 Oct 2018
Thanks SO much! So glad that our efforts to make a serene stay were successful and you enjoyed it! DO tell your friends!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Liked everything. Unique b&b. Like mediterrain decour.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Martha, owner at The Cottage B&B, Monticello, FL on 7 Oct 2018
Thanks so much! Do come back and see us again!

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great house in a neat town.
A very nice B&B. Beautiful setting and a wonderful house. Food was fantastic, the room was spacious, comfortable and clean and the owners were very nice. I highly recommend. Thank you very much!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Response from Martha, owner on 9 Oct 2018
Thank you!!! Please come back and visit again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, good people! Enjoyed our stay very much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Response from Martha, owner on 8 Mar 2019
So sorry we did not respond quicker - missed it somehow! Thanks SO much and DO return soon!

10/10 Excellent

Gayle, South Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hurricane Irma
We decided to evacuate the Naples, FL area ahead of Hurricane Irma. There were limited rooms available in Tallahassee area so we chose The Cottage thinking it would be nicer for the 5 nights we expected to be away--more homey We definitely made the right decision!!! Jean and Martha looked after us incredibly. Martha knew my husband was antsy before the storm so she got him to the nearest golf course which was a blessing for all. They were up at 4 am the morning after the hurricane hit making breakfast and coffee before we lost electricity a 5 am--when we and other guests arrived in the main house at 8 am expecting nothing since we knew the power was out, we found hot coffee and plenty to eat. Our bungalow was wonderful--had lots of light and we were happy as clams to be there. We do not normally do B&B's so this was a great experience for us--you'll love the charm!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

2/10 Terrible

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not charming at all.
We stayed 1 night out of our booked 3. It reeked of must. Had no shower or shower curtain. There is a deadbolt on the door that goes no where. I had to ask for a key to get into my room. Who sleeps in an unlocked room with a key outside the door? There was 1 window looking into the whole room which had no blind. We covered it with 2 towels. The bed was bowed in the middle and creaked horribly if you moved. There was nothing lavish about it at all. The private bath has no door. And although she'll say it wasn't, like I told her when I left in the morning, under the rug in front of the sink is green. Previous water damage.
Response from Innkeeper on 19 Oct 2017
"We were very sorry this guest was not pleased; her husband wanted to stay. She mischaracterizes our property. Our webpage clearly shows what the place is really like, in fact showed clearly no shower curtain! Plenty of reviews there, and none like this."