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The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite

Vacation home in Monticello with kitchen and patio

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Monticello, FL

Place, Monticello Opera House
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
‪6 min walk‬
Place, "Boots" Thomas Veteran Memorial Park
‪14 min walk‬
Airport, Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Monticello

Located within a 5-minute walk of Monticello Opera House, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

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What's nearby

Monticello Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
"Boots" Thomas Veteran Memorial Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Jefferson County Recreation Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Florida State University - 46 min drive - 32.6 miles

Getting around

Thomasville, GA (TVI-Thomasville Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪Subway - ‬18 min walk
‪Monticello Vineyards & Winery - ‬7 min drive
‪Hardee's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite

The Budd-Pafford House, is nestled in the city of Monticello, Fl. Located 30 minutes east of Tallahassee, Fl. Home of the Florida State Seminoles and the Florida A&M Rattlers. The Budd-Pafford House was originally built in 1833, and is Monticello's oldest home.

The Exploration Suite has King size four post canopy bed and a Queen size sofa sleeper to accommodate a family of four comfortably. This suite features a Private Bath a spacious closet and a HD Tv, Direct Tv, and internet services.

The property is situated on one acre of lush gardens, exotic plants and trees. You can spend hours identifying the different colors and types of Camellias that Bloom from October thru March. The well manicured grounds cover an entire city block and creates a special sanctuary for birds, squirrels and butterflies.

Monticello is known for its famous walking ghost tours to the Confederate cemetery established in 1827, which is located across the street from the Budd-Paddford house. Enjoy a 3 block walk to downtown Monticello and discover the Antique Shops, Restaurants and our famous Court House.

Located 40 minutes from Doak Campbell Stadium, the Budd-Pafford House offers rest and relaxation that's deserving of a king and queen. Whether you're attending a special event in Tallahassee or just getting away from the hustle and bustle of big city life or just wanting to escape your everyday norm, you're sure to create lasting memories at The Budd-Pafford House. Home to local mom and pop shops, boutiques and eateries, the city gives way to endless possibilities. Your Grand Voyage awaits you in Monticello , Florida

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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$299 nightly

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden
Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

The Budd-pafford House - The Exploration Suite Monticello

The Budd pafford House The Exploration Suite Monticello Fl

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Monticello, a short 5-minute walk from Monticello Opera House and also 14 minutes on foot from "Boots" Thomas Veteran Memorial Park. Jefferson County Recreation Park is within a walking distance of 0.9 mi.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Thomasville, GA (TVI-Thomasville Regional), which is 28.2 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite?

Yes, every accommodation at The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite comes with a deck.

The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

ASHLEY C., MORRISTON

Dec 5, 2024

Beautiful, historic Monticello

Spent a very chilly weekend at this beautiful home. Neighborhood was picturesque & full of history. Resident hosts were very attentive & friendly. We felt very welcome

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Oct 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven l.

May 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic home

Check in was easy. Room was comfortable. Host was very helpful and easy to communicate with. Easy drive to Tallahassee.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Oct 28, 2023

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Barry S., Orlando

Oct 10, 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness

So bad we didn't complete our stay, drove home 4.5 hours instead. Parents weekend disaster

The room we booked was swapped on us last minute, no communication provided. Fri:The room was unlocked upon arrival but the code to lock the room was not provided. Since there was no internal lock for the room, it was very difficult to sleep knowing that if someone had the code, they could gain access to the room. We had to text the Host (Sat) to get the code, which was not provided until 9:30am on the Saturday, by which time we'd left for the day, forcing us to take all of our belongings with us. There was no soap in the room, anywhere. No shampoo, no conditioner, no shower soap. I've never been to a hotel, motel, vrbo that doesn't provide soap. There was a cleaning caddy in the bathroom next to a spot on the wall which clearly needed cleaning. The shower ran out of hot water. The parking was a challenge. The outside of the property (guest entrance at the ramp) was a dumping ground for paint pots, old tyres etc. The inside of the property was dark, unwelcoming and had what we think was a dining room which appeared to be doubling as a storage room. We enquired on the Saturday, by text, why we were not in the Exploria Room that we'd booked. We were told there was a glitch in the VRBO system that overbooked the room 7 times, 5 of which had to be cancelled. Math? Still not sure how that equates to us having to move rooms. (FYI VRBO, we've never experienced an overbooking issue - when using the VRBO platform). We booked and paid in full April 2nd 23. BEYOND DISAPPOINTING

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don, New Port Richey

Traveled with group

Nov 2, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Barry was an excellent host and I hope to stay here in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

May 20, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great B & B in a Great Location

It's been over a decade since we've stayed in a B & B, which is sad since we always enjoy them. The room we stayed in was massive, with it's own bathroom. The bed was very comfortable. The traffic was a bit noisy but died down to nothing after 11. We didn't hear any of the other residents/guests during the night. The house is in a fantastic location near downtown, which has great dining and shopping options. I wish we had had more time to look around. The host family was informative, responded quickly and offered us a really nice breakfast selection. We'd recommend a stay here if you like visiting historic homes.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

Oct 4, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

A Must in Monticello

This property is awesome! It was Parent Weekend at FSU and we didn't want to stay in the craziness of Tallahassee.. This was 40 minutes to campus which was perfect for us. It was quiet and quaint. The owner was amazing and very accommodating. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We even ended up watching the game at the house with our college age kids. I will repeat this..the beds were like sleeping on a cloud...very very comfortable. You are 20 minutes from Thomasville GA and worth the drive. We will be back. Thanks Barry!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021