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Sunday, March 4th, 2012
Welcome to Central Florida’s most charming bed & breakfast, The Stanford Inn.
Situated in the historic downtown district of Bartow, Florida, The Stanford Inn is a lovely Victorian retreat for travelers from around the world.
Originally built in 1906 by Mr. T. L. Wilson, a prominent attorney, The Stanford Inn offers six delightfully decorated and comfortable guest rooms; each with its own private bathroom, cable television and wireless internet access. Guests will enjoy the freshly-made daily gourmet breakfast served in the gracious turn-of-the-century atmosphere of the Stanford Inn. Outdoors guests can discover the inn’s tropical gardens as well as the outdoor pool. One-of-a-kind antiques, artwork and furnishings complete the warm Southern hospitality.
This picturesque bed and breakfast is situated on a quiet corner lot in downtown Bartow, known as “The City of Oaks and Azaleas”. The home itself offers an expansive covered porch at the entryway with rocking chairs for relaxing and unwinding. Bartow, Florida, is conveniently located a short drive from a variety of popular Central Florida destinations including Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando and Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay, and Legoland in Winter Haven.
Cinephiles may recognize The Stanford Inn from its prominent feature as the Sultenfuss’ residence in the 1991 film “My Girl,” starring Dan Aykroyd, Jamie Lee Curtis, Anna Chlumsky and Macaulay Culkin.
We look forward to welcoming you to The Stanford Inn, “A Beautiful Place for Beautiful Memories.
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Friday, January 27th, 2012
February 14th
What more can be said
Join us Tuesday February 14th
Make you plans today for Valentine’s at THE STANFORD INN
Limited space avaialable * Advance reservations required * Call today 863 – 533 – 2393 * Only $50 pp
Wine Included
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Saturday, January 14th, 2012
Our girl Becky Grainger tells Anne Martin and Nurka Valentine about the food The Stanford Inn offers during the Taste of Haines City held Thursday evening January 12th at the Lake Eva Banquet Hall in Haines City.
Other eateries participated and it was a great time had by all who attended !!!
Photo Courtesy of The Ledger
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Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012
The Ultimate Date Night
Join us for A deVine Affair – Fine Dining & Fine Wine Tasting
Fine wine and food come together with a seven course meal at 555 Stanford, the evening dining
incarnation at The Stanford Inn in Bartow, for “A deVine Affair.”
1st Course
Chilled raspberry soup
Zibbibo Sparkling Moscato Rose
2nd Course
Crisp winter salad w/ garlic ginger vinaigrette
Napa Cellars Sauvignon Blanc
3rd Course
Spaghetti with brown butter & crispy bread crumbs
Napa Cellars Chardonnay
4th Course
Mussel chowder with bacon & shiitake mushrooms
Napa Cellars Merlot
5th Course
Goat cheese and pear stuffed tenderloin
with orzo and wilted greens
Napa Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon
6th Course
Triple chocolate mousse cake
Napa Cellars Pinot Noir
7th Course
Cheese plate
Terra D’Oro Moscato
Friday, January 13, or Saturday January 14th. 7:00pm until 10:00pm..
Reservations Required 863- 533-2393.
Only $65.00pp
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Wednesday, December 21st, 2011
The Tea Room will be open Christmas Eve & New Years Eve normal hours 11am to 3pm.
555 Fine Dining will be open for Christmas Eve for a superb Buffet $39.00.
Christmas Day Brunch – 11am to -2pm, $20.00
New Years Eve, we will have our Standard menu plus our Specials.
As a Thank You to our customers who have supported us we will provide Free Desert and Champagne !
January 13th & 14th, 6pm A deVine Affair
For those of you who missed our food and wine event in 2011 this will be another opportunity to
taste the culinary expertise of our chefs! Many of our clientele remarked after the last event
that the food was incredibly good! 7 food courses & 7 different wines $65.00
January 21st, 7pm
Date Night was a hit every time we celebrated it in 2011.
February 11 & 14, 7pm, Valentines
We will recreate the menu that was so successful in 2011 and as the 14 is on a Tuesday we shall celebrate
Valentine’s on Saturday the 11th as well! $50.00
February 18th, 6:30
Dinner guests at The Stanford Inn have a rare treat — an appearance by psychic Warren Rice.
But there’s more in store: romance novelist Rachel Grey will read an excerpt from her latest novel
in The Savage Series, and her sister, Diana Grey Rice, will offer inspirational advice from her own
experience in overcoming tremendous obstacles. Of course, not all twins get along … could that be
a recipe for murder?Follow the clues and help the detective solve the case while enjoying a gourmet
dinner and the ambiance of The Stanford Inn. Bring your friends, after all, “Who Needs Enemies?” $50.00
March 9th, 7pm – Date Night $24.00
March 31st, 7pm – Taste of Spring – To celebrate we are going to have a medley of food which heralds the change of the season. You know “the good stuff” made even better because the chefs at The Stanford Inn prepared it.
“We feel your Pain” we know that “Money is short!”
We are prepared to discount all of the prices above by 15% if you purchase and pay for (cash, credit card etc.) for any event NO LATER than 120 hours (5 days) prior to the event. As an example, Pay for The Food and Wine Event before midnight on the 8th of January and save $9.75 per person. New cost is $55.25 per person. Please understand no other offers, discounts or coupons will be accepted. Sorry, but no refunds will be given.
Remember to visit our new dining venture, Runway 9/27, Air Base Bistro,
In the Terminal Building at the Bartow Airport. Open daily 7am to 3pm
Look for our daily specials at: >> http://www.runway927.net http://www.facebook.com/runway927
863/288-8418 (Hwy. 17 & Spirit Lake Road)
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Monday, May 30th, 2011
You are requested by special invitation to attend this limited seating performance.
Join us for a night of fine dining, spoof and fun, as cast and guests solve the mystery of
Who Stole the Piddenborough Pinkerton Paddleford Pear Pendant?
Friday, June 24 & Saturday, June 25, 2011
6:30 p.m. $45.00++ per person
The Stanford Inn
555 East Stanford Street
Bartow, Fl 33830
R.S.V.P. (863)-285-8253 by June 17, 2011
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Sunday, May 15th, 2011
Come and join us for lunch this week. We have daily specials and you have to try our variety of teas. Don’t forget to visit our gift shop after you have a relaxing and enjoyable lunch in Victorian style. Reservations are suggested.
Tags: B&B, Bartow, Bartow stay, dining, dinner, Inn, lakeland, lunch, polk county, relax, romantic, summer, tea, Tea House, upscale, Victorian, winter haven, winter haven legoland
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Wednesday, May 11th, 2011
Honor your favorite Nurse this week during National Nurse’s Week with lunch at The Stanford Inn Tea Room. Reservations are suggested.
We can also cater and deliver it right to your office. Call and place your order today.
863-533-2393
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Monday, May 9th, 2011
Tony and I would like to thank you all for making our Mother’s Day brunch so successful!
Watch our blog for information about our upcoming events.
In June we will be having a Mystery Dinner Show on 2 different evenings! More information to come within a couple days.
Tags: B&B, Bartow, Central Florida, dining, dinner, ghost tour, Inn, lakeland, legoland, lunch, pool, relax, romantic, tea, Tea House, Victorian, winter haven
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Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011
“555″ at The Stanford Inn allows nonboarders the opportunity to savor a fine meal while enveloped in picturesque comforts. The intricate menu features chef’s specials that rotate nightly—start a meal with an appetizer such as the French brie sprinkled in sweet honey and seasonal berries ($8) before sampling one of five main-course options. Reservations Suggested. (863)533-2393
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Monday, February 21st, 2011
How would you like to spend $20 and get a $40 value for dinner at the “555 Stanford” located at The Stanford Inn in beautiful downtown Bartow.
*** Starting at midnight tonight….you can purchase this at groupon.com.
This promtion will only be for 24 hours.
…LIMTED AVAILABLITY for purchases.
Offer ends at midnight on 2/24/2011.
Don’t miss out on this great value. Go to www.groupon.com and purchase your’s today.
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Thursday, February 17th, 2011
Come in and join us for lunch at the Tea Room serving lunch daily or have a dinner in an elegent Victorian setting at the “555 Stanford” Thursday-Saturday, our hours are 5pm-9pm. Reservations are suggested. (863)533-2393
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Tuesday, January 25th, 2011
The Stanford Inn Tea Room is currently #4 and we are only 5 reviews away from being the #1 Tea Room in the state of Florida. Please click on the link below and write a review if you have had an enjoyable visit. We appreciate your help and feedback. Thanks and we look forward to serving you again real soon.
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Saturday, January 22nd, 2011
The Stanford Inn is pleased to be recognized in this article.
Central Florida Weekend Getaways – 2011
The best places in Central Florida to stay, eat and play throughout the year.
http://www.floridatravellife.com/articles/central-florida-weekend-getaways-2011
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Wednesday, January 12th, 2011
We are moving closer to #1 for Tea Houses in Florida. If you have ever visited the Tea Room at The Stanford Inn, we are asking that you go to the following website and write a review to help us move to the top of the rankings. We are currently as of this week, #5 in the rankings.
Please visit http://www.teamap.com/tearooms/the_stanford_inn_tea_room_4035.html
Simply write a review and help us move to the top of the list!
Stanford Inn Tea Room
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Interested in The Stanford Inn Tea Room? View unbiased customer reviews, photos, directions and special offers. One of over 2300 tea houses profiled on TeaMap, an online tearoom directory.
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Tuesday, January 4th, 2011
Yes…. you heard it correctly, it’s not just a rumor, by popular request The Stanford Inn will be opening for dinner starting Thursday evening, Jan 20th, 2011. Our dinner hours will be Thursday-Saturday, serving from 5pm – 9pm. Reservations are suggested. Limited Seating available.
We invite you to come and dine with us in an elegant setting in our Victorian Dining Room and enjoy a nice evening stroll around the lighted tropical gardens or just unwind, relax and enjoy the rocking chairs on the expansive covered porch. It has been our pleasure to have served you lunch and we are very excited to now serve you dinner. What are you waiting for? Go ahead and call now to make your reservations.
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Sunday, September 19th, 2010
2 Night Eerie Escape – October 15 & 16 and 29 & 30, 2010
Walking Ghost Tour, Investigation at Stanford Inn with Apollo Paranormal Investigations & Psychic-Medium Gemini Rose
AND Fantasy of Flight’s nightFlight
This unique event combines two ghost haunting tours and locations – At Bartow’s Stanford Inn you will challenge your senses from fabulous food and lodging to ghost hunting and the possibility to interact with the Spirits of the Night. Friday begins with a walking ghost tour and a “behind the scenes” tour of the 150 year old Historic Courthouse where you will learn the “haunt history” and strange happenings followed by reviewing “evidence” from previous paranormal investigations at the Inn. Saturday night, you’ll travel to Fantasy of Flight for “nightFlight”, an exciting after-hours program that offers adventurous visitors four full hours to “Explore the Unexplained.” Apollo Paranormal Investigations’ Cliff Kennedy says, “On a paranormal activity scale of 1 to 10, Fantasy of Flight’s aircraft collection rates an astonishing 11″. This weekend of supernatural exploration and psychic fun is limited to a small number of guests – double occupancy is required – so book early.
Cost: 149.00 a night per person, double occupancy, with a 2-night minimum. Includes room, dinner Friday night, lunch on Saturday, and Sunday brunch. Also includes tour tickets for The Stanford Inn’s Spirits of the Night tour and Fantasy of Flight’s nightFlight. Tour T-Shirt included.
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Tuesday, September 14th, 2010
Walking Ghost Tour – October 15 & 29 and November 12, 2010
and Investigation with Apollo Paranormal Investigators &
Psychic-Medium Gemini Rose
9:00pm – 2:00am – This experience continues from the Walking Ghost Tour as we now learn the history of the Stanford Inn and its resident lingering ghost. Hear stories about the previous owners and the strange occurances that have been experienced at the Inn. You will see intriging “evidence”and hear recordings from previous investigations by Apollo Paranormal Investigations. You decide for yourself and draw your own conclusions. Bring your cameras or recorders and prepare to see what you capture.
Cost: $75.00 per person includes drinks or ice cream AND a Tour T-Shirt.
www.stanfordinnghosttour.com
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Saturday, September 11th, 2010
9:00 pm – 11:30 pm – We begin at the Stanford Inn with a brief haunting overview and then a short walk to the 150 year old Historic Courthouse. With this “behind the scenes” tour you’ll learn the “haunt history” and strange happenings of the restless spirits and ghostly presences in the Courthouse. Skeptic or receptive to the possibilities of the supernatural beg you to ask the question if it is real or not. Who knows what you might encounter! Tour includes a stop at the Cool Shoppe and Vineyard Wine Bar.
Cost: $30.00 per person includes a beverage or ice cream (Limited to only 20 guests)
To make your reservation please call (863)533-2393 or for more information go to www.stanfordinnghosttour.com
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Wednesday, August 18th, 2010
Attention everyone who has visited the Tea Room at The Stanford Inn: There is a website ( http://www.teamap.com/tearooms/the_stanford_inn_tea_room_4035.html ) that we need you to go and write a review at. Currently we are ranked #57 out of 123 Tea Houses in Florida. (We were #94 last week.) Help us move to the top of the list!
Stanford Inn Tea Room
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Interested in The Stanford Inn Tea Room? View unbiased customer reviews, photos, directions and special offers. One of over 2300 tea houses profiled on TeaMap, an online tearoom directory.
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Sunday, August 8th, 2010
A little research found the following information about General Francis Bartow.
Colonel (posthumously brevetted to General) Francis Stebbins Bartow (September 6, 1816 – July 21, 1861) was an attorney, Confederate States of America political leader, and military officer during the early months of the American Civil War. He was an inaugural representative to the Confederate Provisional Congress, where he led efforts to prepare for the coming war.
Bartow was killed at the First Battle of Bull Run, becoming the first brigade commander in the Confederate States Army to die in combat. He was the first brigade commander to be killed in action during the Civil War. (The first general officer to be killed in the war was Confederate Brig. Gen. Robert S. Garnett at Corrick’s Ford, July 13, 1861.)
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