Each room is filled with oriental rugs, period furniture, fireplaces and intricately carved moldings. The Fairbanks House is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and is located in the center of the Historic District. The Elizabeth Pointe Lodge resembles a Nantucket shingle style house filled with a maritime theme. Each room has its own personality and the house is filled with books, fresh flowers, and maritime photos. Sip lemonade on the massive porches complete with rockers, newspapers and abundant sunshine.
Amelia Island offers an array of private homes, condominiums, resorts, inns and campgrounds.
The 50 block section of the downtown area is a kaleidoscope of gorgeous Victorian and Queen Anne homes listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The main beach located in Fernandina is the center of activity that includes free parking for picnics, swimming, playgrounds and a host of food concessions. This area is extremely popular for family outings. The bustling downtown area has numerous vintage shops and charming boutiques. The Palace Saloon claims to be Florida's oldest watering hole.