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The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Stuart, FL
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Lyric Theater
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Stuart Heritage Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Pierce, FL (FPR-Saint Lucie County Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Stuart

This hotel puts you in the heart of Stuart, within just a 10-minute stroll of Riverwalk and Lyric Theater. Highlights at this hotel include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Enjoy the water park, outdoor swimming pool and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and gas grills. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Stuart hotel include Stuart Heritage Museum and Road to Victory Military Museum.

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lyric Theater - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Stuart Heritage Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Road to Victory Military Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shepard Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Stuart, FL (SUA-Witham Field) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Waterfront - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dune Dog Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hudsons On The River - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sailor's Return - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Stuart BoatHouse - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn

POOL ACCESS INCLUDED.
The Ernest Lyons House is an off-site (200 feet from the Main Hotel Building) 2,040 square foot historic home located on spacious grounds (approximately 1/2 acre) surrounding a large swimming pool with "Golden Mean" dimensions (44 x 27 foot lap pool) and spa. It is located just steps away from the scenic Riverwalk along the St. Lucie River and the renowned shopping, dining, and entertainment of Historic Downtown Stuart.

This luxurious and charming home features antique Florida heart-pine flooring, a king-sized bed in the Master Bedroom with fireplace and exposed wood-beam cathedral ceiling, a queen-sized bed in a second bedroom, a queen sized bed in a third bedroom, a fully-equipped kitchen, two spacious living areas with two convertible queen sofa beds and 2 dining tables and a separate kitchenette, 2 bathrooms (one with a Jacuzzi-tub and shower and another with walk-in shower), and access to the pool and spa with comfortable outdoor furniture.

The Ernest Lyons House is a designated as a National Literary Landmark, an honor shared by authors such as Robert Frost and Tennessee Williams. Ernest Lyons, long time editor of the Stuart News and author of "The Last Cracker Barrel" and "My Florida" lived in the home from 1937 until his death in 1990. The Ernest Lyons House was built in 1890 (the oldest in Downtown Stuart) and has been recently faithfully restored by local preservationist, Dr. Thomas Connelly. The home served as the town's first schoolhouse in 1891; it was the site of the town's first wedding in 1892; and Stuart's first baby was born in the home in 1897.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water park

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn?

The closest beach to The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn is Stuart Beach (7.9 km).

Does The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn have a pool?

The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn has a heated pool and a pool.

Does The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn?

The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn features a heated pool, an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub. All guestrooms come with private pools, Private jetted baths and dining areas.

What makes The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and Jetted bath all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn.

Is there a private hot tub at The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn?

No, The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ernest Lyons House at Old Colorado Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

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