The Evinrude Suite at Old Colorado Inn

The Evinrude Suite at Old Colorado Inn is a 1,250-square-foot, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite located on spacious shared grounds ( 1/2 acre) surrounding a large swimming pool with "Golden Mean" dimensions (44 x 27 foot lap pool) and spa. This suite comprises the first floor of the historic Clifton Guest and Fishing Lodge which was built in 1914. This suite is located steps from the scenic Riverwalk on the St. Lucie River and a wide variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment in Downtown Stuart. The space Our Evinrude Suite (at Clifton Guest and Fishing Lodge), named after Ralph S. Evinrude (famous for being the Chairman of Outboard Motor Corporation and marrying movie star, Frances Langford) is an off-site (250 feet from the Main Hotel Building) 1,250 square foot suite located on spacious grounds (approximately 1/2 acre) surrounding a large swimming pool with "Golden Mean" dimensions (44 x 27 foot lap pool) and spa. This luxurious suite features: antique Florida heart-pine flooring; a king-sized bed in a separate Master Bedroom suite that contains its own partially equipped kitchenette with dining table, a separate sitting area, and its own bathroom with shower; a queen-sized bed in a second bedroom with its own partially equipped kitchenette; a grand Living Room with oversized couches, chairs, bar, and card table; a separate wine bar room with comfortable oversized chairs; a separate sitting area with a single- sized sleeper sofa; a second bathroom with shower; 3 separate private porches with comfortable outdoor furnishings; and access to the pool and spa. This suite comprises the entire ground floor of the historic Clifton Guest and Fishing Lodge which was originally built in 1914 by well know architect, Sam Matthews, and has been extensively renovated by renowned interior decorator, Diane Devant, who lived in the home from 1997 through 2017. In 2018, in order to save the home from being demolished in connection with a proposed luxury condominium development, the owners of the Old Colorado Inn relocated the historic structure to the Old Colorado Inn property via barge along the St. Lucie River and performed additional renovations to the home. In the early 1950's Ralph Evinrude (Chairman of the Outboard Marine Corporation) stayed at the Clifton Guest and Fishing Lodge while he was courting the famous movie star, Frances Langford. Evinrude eventually married Langford and the the couple settled down in nearby Jensen Beach and have had a lasting impact on the Treasure Coast due to their generous philanthropic legacy. Other features and amenities include: In-Room K-Cup brewers with assorted gourmet coffee & tea selections; Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access; Luxurious 700-thread count Egyptian cotton linens; Plush Deluxe Mattresses and bath linens; Designer bath products (shampoo, conditioner, lotion, facial/body soap & makeup remover wipes); Guest information booklets with options for local dining, shopping and entertainment; Hair Dryers (Ionic 1875-watt; Luggage Racks Clock Radio/Alarm Clock; 2 Flat Screen Televisions with Comcast Cable; Steam Iron/Ironing Board; Complimentary on-site parking Lush, tropical landscaping; Shared Outdoor Gas BBQ Grill Our properties are located on Colorado Avenue in the heart of Historic Downtown Stuart, FL, a beautiful coastal city on the Treasure Coast of Florida. Stuart is well-known internationally as a destination for fishing, golf, boating and beaches. We are only a few miles from the sandy beaches of Hutchinson Island and a hundred feet from the St. Lucie River that leads to the inter-coastal waterways and the Atlantic Ocean. The Old Colorado Inn hotel and vacation rentals offers deluxe studios, spacious and luxurious suites, 3 charming cottages, and 4 spacious historic guest houses nestled in a casual tropical setting. We are a short walk from waterfront fine dining, shopping and entertainment at the Historic Lyric Theater. The popular Mai Tiki Restaurant, 18 Seminole Street (an intimate Italian Bistro), and Krua Thai in Downtown (a popular Thai and Sushi restaurant) are located on the Hotel premises. Also nearby are Martin Memorial Hospital and the Martin County Courthouse. In addition, we are a short 40-minute ride from West Palm Beach where a day trip can bring you more opportunities for fine dining, shopping and entertainment. Daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal or extended stay rates are available. Guest access All parts of the suite