The Laurel Oak Inn Bed and Breakfast

I hosted a 3 night retreat for professional business women at the Inn and had a fabulous experience! Susannah and her team did a fantastic job in assisting with all the arrangements for my attendees before, during and after. In fact, they helped with placing my guests at the neighboring Camilla Rose Inn next door. I personally stayed in the Natchez room, enjoying the feeling of luxury and tranquility that I was surrounded with each evening. Soaking in a hot bath in the large jacuzzi tub was just what I need to feel relaxing and recharged. The soft terry robes added a nice finishing touch. I highly recommend this beautiful and historic inn!

Had a quick weekend visit during a parent event weekend for my daughter at UF. The Laurel Oak was like a home away from home. We had the luxury experience of staying at a hotel but with the added bonus of feeling like we were at home. Waking up in the morning and smelling breakfast being cooked downstairs (and knowing I wasn't responsible for prep or cleaning) was a wonderful treat. The room was perfect! Everything was clean and well-appointed. The living room and social spaces were cozy and comfortable. It was centrally located for campus events and in a quiet neighborhood. We will definitely come back!

Beautiful historic building with elegant, carefully-chosen furniture. Easy parking and very quiet neighbourhood. Super-comfy bed, the Cumberland Suite has a magnificent bathtub with bubble jets. Tasty cooked breakfast, I got an amazing Strata with egg, cheese, sausage and apples. Nan is a very attentive and impressingly knowledgeable host, she gave valuable advice and it was great fun talking to her! Check-in after 6pm was very easy. A place to truly feel at home!

I have been a guest at the Laurel Oak many times. I now live nearby so I treated my parents to a weekend stay when they visited me this last time. It has been decades since their last BnB experience and they weren’t quite sure what to expect but Nan and Dave (and Bodie!) made them feel so welcome and at home. I am beyond grateful for their hospitality and care. I joined them for breakfast both mornings they were there and can confirm that these were the best BnB breakfasts of all the places I've stayed. My parents have simpler tastes but had no problem cleaning their plates. My dad enjoyed the Opus coffee they serve so much that he bought a bag to take home. :) My parents and I lingered long after our breakfast was done, just admiring the adornments. The dark wood antique furniture is stunning. We also spent time in the equally beautiful living room. It was nice and quiet for reading. They also have shelves with books and games/puzzles if you need a rainy day activity!

We were looking for something to do on our 41st anniversary that was different than what we usually do. Having never stayed at a Bed & Breakfast, we chose to do so in an area that wasn’t the beach nor the mountains. We only stayed 3 nights but it was the most enjoyable and relaxing experience. We went with no agenda but Dave and Nan helped guide us to some excellent locations, but more importantly, made our stay in their home most inviting and enjoyable. We can’t say enough about the hosts and the whole experience exceeded our expectations. We had a wonderful breakfast that included nice conversations with great guests each morning. From there we relaxed in the twin size bed porch swing and then made our way to downtown Gainesville which is only a short walk away. Though host to the University of Florida, Gainesville is actually very rural with lots of history and quiet places to escape to. It took us a week to unrelax and get back to real life when we got home. The trip has also sparked our interest in mini vacation Bed & Breakfast stays for recharging the batteries. We are looking forward to our next stay with Dave and Nan because you actually become more than guests when you stay, you become friends. Oh yeah, we would be remis in not mentioning that when you visit, be sure to do the charcuterie board, it sets the tone for your disconnect from life’s hustles and bustles and lets you soak in the historical comforts Dave and Nan’s Inn delivers.

Just stayed for the second time, for two nights, at the Laurel Oak Inn. We just love Innkeepers Dave and Nan, the breakfasts are to die for, the lounging robes provided are so comfy you'll certainly want to buy them to take home. The location is perfect too. It's just far enough away from downtown to give you a quiet and restful night's sleep, but it's close enough to all the best dining and entertainment spots that you can drive there in 5 minutes or just walk there and avoid the need to find parking. The Laurel Oak Inn is the best place to stay when you're in Gainesville.

I recently spent a night at the Laurel Oak Inn, and I can't say enough good things about it. Nan and Dave are wonderful hosts. They made me feel so welcome and comfortable. My room was fabulous, Dave was kind enough to come up and start the fireplace for me when I returned from an incredible dinner. The bathtub was amazing; a beautiful claw foot tub with air jet jacuzzi. So relaxing! Breakfast was incredibly delicious, and Nan goes out of her way to make sure you have everything you want. I highly recommend this place if you are in the Gainesville area. The icing on the cake was that Tom Petty lived there in the 60's. I felt his aura.

Laurel Oak Inn is a beautifully appointed historic home that is a comfortable stay with great spaces, delicious food, and an incredibly welcoming and accommodating hostess, Nan. She took care of our every need and made us feel like family. This is an unforgettable place to stay, relax, and make memories.

We received a gift certificate for a stay at The Laurel Oak Inn from our children, and what a special place we found it to be! Nan & Dave were in contact with us as the date drew near and were attentive and charming hosts throughout our stay. Our room was elegant and spacious, with a gorgeous fireplace! The sheets and bedding were just crazy comfortable, and the bath products were divine. We loved everything about the LOI, and definitely plan to make it back❤️