BLUE HERON INN, Fernandina Beach

Blue Heron Inn - A historic bed and breakfast with gourmet dining and private pool in Fernandina Beach's National Historic District

Located one block from Centre Street, this six-room Fernandina Beach hotel occupies a restored turn-of-the-century building with original heart pine floors across three levels. The Blue Heron Inn features rooms equipped with pillow-top mattresses, private bathrooms, LED TVs, and complimentary WiFi. Each morning begins with a gourmet four-course breakfast served in a dining room showcasing English Wedgwood Jasperware pottery. Guests have access to the private swimming pool with waterfall feature in a fenced garden setting. The property provides beach chairs, towels, and bicycles for guest use. A daily social hour includes wine, beer, and appetizers, followed by evening cookies. The Blue Heron Inn sits 1.5 miles from Fort Clinch State Park and 0.5 miles from the Amelia Island Museum of History. Multiple restaurants and shops are within a 0.3-kilometer walking distance.

Pros

Historic dining room features a unique collection of English Wedgwood Jasperware pottery

Large wrap-around front porch with rocking chairs overlooks the historic district

Complimentary beach equipment and bicycles available for guest use

Located within walking distance to over 30 restaurants and boutiques

Cons

28 miles from Jacksonville International Airport

Limited room capacity with only six guest rooms available