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    Sweetwater Branch Inn

    4.5 (106 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Mae's Cottage
    Denise W.

    This was our second stay at Sweetwater Branch Inn, and it won't be our last. We've stayed in the Garden Cottage and Mae's Cottage. Both are cozy and well-appointed. The grounds here are lovely. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The breakfast- oh my! The French toast casserole had me dancing in my seat at the thought of getting to experience that again! They're also very conscious of their environmental footprint. On-demand hot water, compostable plates and cups for breakfast, no pesticides or fertilizers used to maintain the lush gardens...it's a fantastic retreat from the real world but still close enough to entertainment that you can walk or borrow one of their bikes to ride. I highly recommend that you bypass the cookie cutter hotel stays and check out Sweetwater Branch Inn!

    My hubby and Dolly the Pomeranian on their swing in back of our cabin.
    Luisa B.

    I love this Bed and Breakfast nestled close to the University. The accommodations are quaint and comfortable. They have little cabins that allow small pets, they have large houses with individual suites and they offer free home cooked breakfast. Their grounds are beautiful. Perfect for weddings or family reunions and their lodging prices are very competitive. We love to go there to split up a driving trip or when we are traveling for business. Considering it as a venue for my daughter's wedding in the near future.

    The image shows mold, likely black mold, growing on a bedroom door frame. Mold thrives in moist environments with poor ventilation.

    I booked a stay at Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville, FL for my birthday getaway, expecting a peaceful and comfortable experience. Unfortunately, my stay was anything but relaxing. By the second night, I noticed mold and mildew on the door near the bed. There was also a dehumidifier in the room that was full upon check-in and continued to fill up rapidly, showing a clear ongoing moisture issue. When I reported the problem, management's response was to wipe the mold with a Magic Eraser--a temporary fix that does nothing to resolve the underlying issue. They referenced EPA guidelines, but they did not take proper steps to remediate the mold before renting out the room. To compensate, they offered a 10% discount, but a small price cut doesn't change the fact that the room was unsanitary and a potential health risk. No guest--especially someone celebrating a special occasion--should have to deal with mold and excessive moisture in their accommodations. I have since requested a full refund, as I do not believe this issue was handled appropriately. I cannot recommend staying here unless management takes real action to address their moisture problems and prioritizes guest health and safety. If you're considering this inn, be cautious. A historic setting is not an excuse for poor maintenance. Rating: 1/5

    Mae's Cottage
    Karin C.

    During a five-day stay in Gainesville, I rented one of the cottages, where you get to experience the quaint charm of an older house. The cottage had a nice front porch that was perfect for starting the day or relaxing in the evening. I liked having a kitchen to prepare a few meals, rather than eating at restaurants throughout the week. A fresh breakfast in the main house offered a wide variety of foods each morning. The breakfast manager is very pleasant and explains all of the choices. The grounds are well maintained and it was nice to walk around and find something new each day.

    Courtyard outside main Inn

    My husband and I stayed here just one night, but I wish it could have been longer. This place is charming, a real retreat in the middle of the Historic district of Gainesville. We were weary after traveling for 6 weeks, and heading back to Sarasota which had just endured 2 hurricanes. Our home was without power, so we stayed here before driving the remaining 3 hours to Sarasota. The breakfast was amazing! All sorts of delicious foods, homemade breads, grits, eggs, and Coffee! Our "Cross Creek" cottage was lovely, full working kitchen, cozy sitting area, comfortable bed, nice amenities for shower. Ample parking and again, I have to rave about the breakfast! (And I happen to share a first name with the owner, Cornelia). Would highly recommend, and we hope to go there again.

    Kelly G.

    Super cute bed and breakfast . The grounds are perfectly landscaped and tucked away from the main highway . The accommodations are cozy and quaint . The service is impeccable. As guests of the Honeymoon Cottage at Sweetwater Branch Inn in June 2021, here are the features we appreciated: -The pool - the mini putt putt in the front (ask for clubs with the checkin office) - the yard cats (we saw two) - the daily breakfast options - the close proximity to our interests : Payne's Prarie State Park , Lubee Bat Conservancy , Ginnie Springs for example. - the dining options: you can reserve your own private dinner on site , you can reserve a picnic basket to take with you for the day , etc. - the reserved parking spot . Each cottage has its own parking spot reserved by sign . It was so nice to be able to park so close to our cottage . - the nightly wine and cheese offering. - free bike rentals -option to purchase bottles of wine and Prosecco from the check in office. Some of the wines are local . - the friendly and prompt service . It was clear the staff are here to make your stay exceptional ! Communication is key as you need to reserve the private dinner and picnic baskets in advance . They also offer other food pairings (strawberries and champagne , etc) you can have sent to your room just make sure you communicate your requests in advance. We did the picnic basket and parks combo (they give you a park pass to borrow) and were very pleased with the quality and quantity of food . I absolutely would stay here again and recommend Sweetwater Branch Inn if you are planning a trip to the Gainesville area.

    Kitchen/Dining in Victoria's Cottage
    Brittany N.

    This place was adorable! We stayed during the pandemic and everything was very well-kept and appeared clean. We LOVED having our own water cooler in our room. We stayed in Victoria's Cottage - and it was really more like a condo than a room. It was really helpful to have a full kitchen during the pandemic, and we had an adorable living space too. We used this every night to watch tv and the cute antique chairs made for nice reading nooks. Overall, it was very comfortable, and the property was beautiful. The double bathtubs were a bonus - and the jet tub was very clean (I filled it and ran it before getting in to make sure it looked clean). It was really like relaxing in my own personal hot tub - and was great with a white claw in hand!

    Juvy D.

    I was visiting here over the weekend for my sisters Friday the 13th wedding. This place is beautiful! It's really nice for an outdoor wedding ceremony. The cottages are so cute and I love the historic feels of the old doors and the wooden floors. It felt like being at home. The wedding was absolutely beautiful. They did an amazing job with the decor and the catering. The dinner tables were set up beautifully! They also have a free breakfast bar. It's a very relaxing and quiet place if you want to get away. There's also a pool for those hot days. Everyone there was so welcoming and kind. I would definitely plan to stay here again.

    Deniece K.

    What a gem We spent one night at McKenzie House in Aurora room. The place is so charming , there's many rooms inside each houses. If you just drive by , you wouldn't notice all the homes inside the lush trees and landscaping. *The place offers free breakfast made fresh offering scrambled eggs, quiche , sausages along with variety breakfast breads & sweets. They offer fresh coffee, tea, also hot water. *They also offer happy hour cheese & wine in the afternoons ( we didn't get to try it due to our schedule) It is also 8-10min drive to UF. Walking distance to all the restaurants. I will definitely return and stay little longer to explore the place. ** just one down fall was that McKenzie house is located on the main street/drive and it's quiet noisy especially since these homes are historical;therefore, windows are not sound proof. I will book to stay in the other houses that are settled inside the main driveway which will be lot quieter We got meet one of the cat in the morning !

    McKenzie House
    Angel L.

    What an amazing Inn! There is so much history on the grounds of Sweetwater Branch Inn. You don't just have one historical house, They have a whole other house on the property that you are able to stay at! And I'm not even counting the cottage's that they have as well. The prices are absolutely phenomenal, I'm unaware if they have always been around this price point, or if it is due to Covid. The reason I say this, is I feel like I got a steal! I am absolutely enamored with history, and the preservation of the homes and buildings that we are able to preserve still. The staff that run the Inn really know how to set the tone for taking you back in history. As you walk through the halls of the peach colored house on the property, we have faith piano playing in the distance. It's a very whimsical experience. I stayed in the Tiffany room for my first night, and the bed was phenomenal! You get a whole separate seating area, with an adorable little fireplace as well. The following day I stayed in the Isadora room at the McKenzie historical house next-door. That staircase, as soon as you walk in, it really takes you back to how old and amazing this property and structure really is. The grounds themselves are absolutely breathtaking and very well-maintained. I could've spent all night out walking the courtyard. Thank you to the Sweetwater Branch Inn & it's owner's, for all that you've done in preserving this little piece of history for us, and thank you for sharing it with my family. We will be back soon.

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    Camellia Rose Inn

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    Excellent bed and breakfast. Super clean and the antique…read moredecor is beautiful. Delicious breakfast and assortment of snacks and beverages throughout the day and evening. Great location near the University or amazing and unique unique place to stay while traveling. Friendly and professional staff. Delicious cuisine nearby in the Gainesville historic district. Highly recommended.

    I've stayed at the fanciest of hotels but nothing comes close to a nice b&b. There's just something…read moreabout the atmosphere and closeness and homeliness of well run b&b that adds to a night away. From the street, Camellia Rose appears to be a well maintained historic looking building. It's a pretty decent size with a nice yard and water fountain out front as well as nice parking. When we arrived, Mrs Pat met us at the door and welcomed us in. She showed us around and scheduled a time for breakfast. She told us to call if we needed anything and was very sweet. We went to a ballgame and had dinner and then went to Rockeys in town before heading back. When we got back we immediately got in the big jacuzzi tub. (We stayed in anticipation). There's bathing salt provided which made it even better. The temperature and water pressure was great, everything was very clean and taken care of. There were a lot of little details that made the room even better. The bed was comfy- my honey didn't want to get up the next morning due to how soft the bed was. I ended up getting him up and we went and got coffee and sat out front for a few minutes before breakfast. Once it was served, we had fresh sweet fruit, some kind of egg dish that was my absolute favorite (the boyfriend stated I needed to "up my breakfast game" the next time I cooked haha), sausage, and a really good pumpkin bread that I could barely eat because I was so full. We refilled our coffee and sat on the upper balcony for the rest of our stay which was relaxing. It was a little chilly but there was a small blanket in our room I could cover up in as I sipped my coffee. All in all a very great place to stay and we look forward to returning! PROS: - very quiet and relaxing; not like a hotel room where people are yelling in the halls randomly - Excellent breakfast that will have you extra full and ready for the day - I recommend definitely getting a room with the big tub. I would stay in it all day with a book if I could - clean and well maintained - quick uber/drive away from everything - great patio to relax in the mornings or nights

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