The Laurel Oak Inn Bed and Breakfast

The Laurel Oak Inn is our favorite place to stay in Gainesville. Located just a few blocks from downtown, it’s within walking distance of several great restaurants and nightspots. The accommodations are comfortable and luxurious, striking the perfect balance without feeling stuffy. Innkeeper Jacquelyn and her husband, Mike, are truly wonderful hosts. They went above and beyond to care for us during the last hurricane, providing exceptional service during a difficult time. The breakfast and newly minted dinner menu feature tasty, home-cooked meals. I can't say enough good things about this lovely inn and the kind people who run it.

This is a lovely place in a great location.

We returned to the Laurel Oak Inn for the first time after their change in ownership. We are happy to report that all is well. We stayed for two nights, mid-week, and especially appreciated the hot breakfast prepared by Mike. Not only is he an excellent cook, but he is also an engaging host. The joint ownership with the Camelia Rose Inn across the street adds to your options. Happy to see both Inns flourishing under their common innkeeper.

Great service

Wife & I stayed 4 nights over the July 4 holiday at the Laurel Oak Inn, in the Cumberland room. Absolutely beautiful views from the room as well as the remaining property areas. The entire Bed & Breakfast area of Gainesville brings you back to an earlier age of welcoming elegance. Laurel Oak Inn right at the top of the list. So quiet and relaxing, we hated to go. Unfortunately work on Monday!! Outstanding property, highly recommended.

We found The Laurel Oak Inn while visiting Gainesville for hikes and we had a great experience. We went to Depot Park, Sweetwater Wetlands Park, and more- the Inn was the perfect place to relax after the day ended. We enjoyed wine under the umbrellas on the back patio and we ordered food to go and ate in the inn dining room.

My wife and I loved the Natchez Suite at the Laurel Oak Inn. We also enjoyed sitting on the porches and in the living room, the free wine and snacks, and the breakfast. We will definitely return here when we visit Gainesville again. The staff was really nice too.

Our family was recently in Gainesville for a family graduation and we booked rooms at both the Laurel Oak AND the Camellia Rose. Starting back in December,I spoke with Cindy so many times leading up to our stay and she was always very helpful, friendly, and so patient in answering my many questions. When we arrived, we interacted mostly with Jolee (the innkeeper) and Faith - both of whom were so welcoming and extremely accommodating. They truly made us feel right at home! This was our 3rd time staying at these sister B&Bs (each time we stayed, there were different owners) and without a doubt, the quality has remained top-notch. Thank you so much to everyone there who made sure we had a friendly and comfortable place to stay during our very special family event. We will not hesitate to return in the future … and will continue to recommend your charming homes to our friends who travel to Gainesville. PS. Both homes are absolutely wonderful, but the breakfast egg soufflés that are served at the Laurel Oak are so delicious that we’d have to give them the edge when it comes to picking a favorite!! But do yourself a favor and stay at one or the other (or both) … you won’t regret it!

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!

The hosts let us check in early due to our room being available. Very appreciated after an overnight flight from Seattle! Beautiful home, very nice room, plentiful snacks and drinks, delicious breakfast, and very nice young lady who cooked breakfast. Can’t recommend this more highly!