TravelAwaits
Jul.2.2021
I love finding a good hotel, and I’ve discovered several since moving to Florida. Here are seven unique hotel stays in Florida, some perfect for a private retreat, some with an abundance of luxury, others suited for adventure, and even one with a live rodeo. I’m finding excellent new properties all the time, but these Florida hotels have really stood out to me as providing exceptional experiences.
Disclaimer: I’ve enjoyed hosted stays at Westgate River Ranch, St. Francis Inn, Island View Cottages, and La Siesta Resort. All opinions are my own.
Melody Pittman
1. Westgate River Ranch
Residential development & associated landscaping & infrastructure, land off Orton Road, Carlisle. For Story Homes Limited. Erection of summerhouse (retrospective), Sundawn, Brunstock, Carlisle. For Mr Woodmass. Erection of detached double garage, Swiss Chalet, Allenwood, Heads Nook, Brampton. For Mr Michael Johnson. Erection of agricultural shed for cows, Park Farm, Grinsdale, Carlisle. For J Reay & Sons. Raising of roof height to facilitate loft conversion and rear dormer, 1 Field View Cottages, Faugh, Heads Nook, Brampton. For Mrs Sarah Hargreaves. Subdivision of dwelling to form an additional dwelling, together with formation of a visitor parking area, Peppermoss Farm, Penton, Carlisle. For Mrs Julie Dickson. Erection of outbuilding to provide stables and storage; creation of outdoor riding arena, Mount Pleasant Cottage, Hallbankgate, Brampton. For Mr M & Mrs J Philipson.
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Subscriber only The Bahnisch family has made the ultimate sea change from a drought-ravaged property to take the reins of a luxury couples retreat. Michelle Shell Rodney and her husband Tony Bahnisch had a longstanding deal. Ms Rodney would put in 20 years on the farm and then the family would chase her dream. Just three months shy of their 20th wedding anniversary, Ms Rodney stumbled upon the Misty View Cottages up for sale in Montville. Michelle Rodney and her family run Misty View Cottages in Montville. She said it was just meant to be. We were in all honesty looking for somewhere where it rained and where there was hills and water because we came from a drought-ravaged property so it was definitely time for something new, she said.