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Huge Historical Mansion for Groups Downtown Pensacola 1 Block from Palafox St

Holiday home in Pensacola with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Dreamy front parlor room
Living area
Interior
Large dining table seats 8 with additional seating available in the drawing room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 15408.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Pensacola, FL
  • Place, Pensacola Bay Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Saenger Theatre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Pensacola Village
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1 Downstairs

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 w/attached bath

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 w/attached shower

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5 w/attached bath

1 King Bed

Media Room

1 Double Futon

Upstairs Back Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Downstairs half bath

Toilet

Bathroom 2 - Downstairs Full Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Huge Historical Mansion for Groups Downtown Pensacola 1 Block from Palafox St

Travel back in time in your own private historical mansion! Wine & dine your guests in good old fashioned style right in the heart of historical downtown Pensacola just one block off Palafox St. This beautiful 4400 sqft Victorian home boasts 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 2 dining areas, a grand lobby, a proper parlor, and a comfortable TV room. Unique features such as soaring 11 foot ceilings, original stained glass windows and an ornate grand wood staircase.

The space
One of Pensacola’s architecturally significant Victorian homes. The house construction initiated in 1902 by Steamboat Captain James M. Flynn and was completed around 1904 when the Thomas W. Brent, Jr. family moved in. Over the years it has also served as a hotel, bed-and-breakfast, advertising agency, and more. Previously featured in Southern Living Magazine. While this home has served many roles throughout its history, most of the charming historic details remain intact today. This includes the ornate wooden staircase in the foyer, 7 original fireplaces each with a unique hand carved wooden mantel. A favorite detail are the stunning stained glass windows throughout the house!

Location highlights
You’re in the heart of historic downtown Pensacola, one block to Palafox St: coffee, restaurants, bars, galleries, and the Saturday Palafox Market.

•Pensacola Bay Center, Saenger Theatre, Seville Quarter: 15 min walk or 3 min drive
•Blue Wahoos Stadium (AA baseball): 25 min walk or 5 min drive
•NAS Pensacola / National Naval Aviation Museum & Blue Angels (check practice/show schedules): 15 min drive
•Pensacola Beach / Gulf Islands National Seashore (Fort Pickens): 15 min drive
•All downtown churches <5 min walk

Perfect for:

•Wedding parties (prep and stay close to downtown venues)
•Military winging ceremonies and NAS events
•Reunions, graduations & celebrations of life (peaceful setting near downtown churches and venues)
•Conferences, concerts & games at Bay Center and Blue Wahoos Stadium
•Festivals (Foo Foo Fest, Seafood Festival, Mardi Gras)

Guest access
Guests will have private access to the entire home, yard, porch and deck. There is parking around the back of the home that can accommodate approx 7-10 vehicles if organized well as well as additional street parking.

Other things to note
Being a 100+ year old home staying here is a little different than staying in a modern construction home. Please be mindful of low railings and fragile elements.

-No events or parties without prior permission.
-No smoking or vaping of any kind inside the house.
-You will be responsible for the safety and conduct of individuals in your group.
-Report any damage immediately
-Report any additional guests not listed on original reservation

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Please do not worry about stripping or remaking the beds. We will take care of this.
Please place key back in lock box
Please return beach chairs, toys and beach towels clean if borrowed
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Pensacola

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Downtown Pensacola, a neighbourhood in Pensacola. National Museum of Naval Aviation and Saenger Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Palafox Market and Palafox Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pensacola Bay Center or Pensacola Bayfront Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pensacola, FL

What's nearby

  • Pensacola Bay Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Saenger Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Historic Pensacola Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Seville Square - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Blue Wahoos Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 8 min drive
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brother Fox Sister Hen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Papa’s Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Odd Colony Brewery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fosko Coffee Barre - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Huge Historical Mansion for Groups Downtown Pensacola 1 Block from Palafox St pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Huge Historical Mansion for Groups Downtown Pensacola 1 Block from Palafox St?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Huge Historical Mansion for Groups Downtown Pensacola 1 Block from Palafox St?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Huge Historical Mansion for Groups Downtown Pensacola 1 Block from Palafox St located?

Located in Downtown Pensacola, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Naval Live Oaks Reservation and Palafox Market. Civil War Soldiers Museum and Saenger Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Events C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great stay!

Fantastic venue for our corporate event. Everyone truly loved the venue and we will be back. Our host was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible spot for large group!

Our group loved the unique atmosphere and distinct decor. Really great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duffie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We were in town for our son’s wedding. This house was perfect for our family and extended family. It was spacious, beautifully decorated, and very clean. The accommodations in the house were excellent. The host is very attentive to details in the house. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and recommended 100%. The home was absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome historical victorian house!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this awesome huge victorian home. Our family had plenty of room ro relax and enjoy their stay. Wonderful communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

We loved this beautiful old home! The rooms were large and decorated so nicely. Very impressive house. Also location perfect to walk from downtown restaurants .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pensacola fun

We stayed in this lovely house for a long weekend. It was beautiful, well stocked, comfortable and cozy. Close to downtown. Just a great rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

This is an amazing house managed by a wonderful owner. The house is immaculately maintained and clean as well as located in a very nice historic area. The owner was the best we've ever dealt with. I could not say enough good things about this stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old Navy Reunion

Great location, great house, and great amenities. Even provided soap and shampoo in all the bathrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend Rental

We came from out of state for our daughter’s wedding. The home was a perfect meeting spot for family to relax and gather while working on wedding details. Lovely weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Waldlena S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulf Coast Jazz Festival 2024

Awesome location for the 2024 Gulf Coast Jazz Festival. Loved all the antiques. Enough room for everyone. One beds mattress, top floor needs to be changed out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters Wedding Weekend

I stayed in the house with my sisters and extended family for my niece’s wedding. The kids took over the media room and enjoyed their space having fun. The adults were found with morning coffee on the porch and wine in the evening in the parlor. The house was exceptionally clean and provided many comforts. It’s a beautiful home with a quick walk to downtown. I highly recommend it to a large group visiting Pensacola!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sailors Safe Haven

This property was perfect for our large group of sailors who came to race dinghies in 2 world qualifying events at Pensacola Yacht Club. It was spacious enough for friends from all across the country to have comfortable lodging when not on the water competing against each other. The host,Janna, was always available to assist when needed, and the location, 2 blocks from downtown was perfect. Parking, even for our large group, sometimes with boats & trailers was superb. I highly recommend staying here if you have a large group..
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sheer Perfection! Book This Now!

I was looking for a property that was big enough to host my out-of-town family for a reunion plus space where some can stay the night and this house did not disappoint. From the initial booking, the host was very helpful and accommodating and just overall amazing My family enjoyed every single moment at this house, we could not have asked for a better experience and honestly I cannot relay how fantastic the house and overall weekend was in Pensacola. If anyone is looking for a unique property to host family or just relax, I say book it now you would not find a better host. I’m truly happy , we made the decision to stay here. I’ve used plenty of vacation rentals, and this was by far one of my best experiences.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwight J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was viewed as listed. It was clean and orderly. The rooms were spacious and decorated very well. We were located near the venue that we were visiting for the weekend, which was great! The house accommodated all that our party needed. The parking was more than adequate. Shanna responded quickly when contacted. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House

One of the few homes I’ve stayed that the “sleeps#” is 100% accurate. Beds are all comfortable queens. Decor is perfect. This place has a personality. Downtown is quiet and subdued, but still close enough to all the fun. Owner is incredibly helpful and available. Perfect stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome, awesome stay!!! I highly recommend you check it out. Outstanding job to the hostess, I felt at home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Violet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family vacation at the Victorian Mansion in Downtown Pensacola. The house was lovely and comfortable. There were plenty of beds/bedrooms, and there was plenty of room to gather, either inside or out on the veranda. There were also plenty of places where you could be by yourself to read or relax. The location was perfect! We were less than 10 min from the beach, but we were also close to historic downtown Pensacola, with all the quaint shops & eateries, so there was something for everyone! This was definitely a "Family Favorite"!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house

This house is a gem. If you want a period house furnished in wonderful antiques that fit the house, this is the place! We slept 11 people in the house and never felt crowed. To the contrary, it is spacious, warm and inviting!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Wedding

The location of this property is perfect. 15 minutes from the airport, and a 5 minute walk to downtown. We were close by everything and did not have to pay to park.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Property was exactly as advertised. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Evacuation stay

Due to an impending hurricane we were placed under a mandatory evacuation, we luckily were able to stay at this gorgeous home that was large enough for our entire family. Despite the reasoning for our last minute trip and stay the owners were excellent and very accommodating. I would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great decor

The rooms had their own individual charm. Rooms were huge. We came when Pensacola had a freak snow storm, the host were responsive in allowing us to purchase extra heaters. The old house had a couple of old house issues, but really loved the place
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Venue

We had the best time at this beautiful house. We hosted a 1950s themed murder mystery 60th birthday party, and we couldn’t have asked for a better venue. The house is magnificent (the pictures just cannot communicate how incredible the house is), and is filled with uniquely and tastefully curated furniture, decor, and stained glass. We fell in love at first site. And Shanna is incredibly easy to get ahold of with questions. You cannot go wrong booking this location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolyne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly

This property is absolutely wonderful for a large family or group! The verandah hosted us day and night for long talks and catch-ups. There were plenty of bedrooms - all lovely - for us to pick from, and rooms for storytelling, movie watching, and plenty of laughs! Lots of room for parking, too. Book this beautiful house - you won't regret it! Rooms enoughplenty
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

It is unique and spacious. Perfect for our group of 12 in town for a wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Shanna(Owner)

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Hello! My name is Shanna and I love being a host! My family and I enjoy exploring nature, hanging out on the beach, antique hunting, and renovating houses. Originally from Austin, Texas but putting down roots in Pensacola Florida as well.

Why they chose this property

This house has such a lovely unique presence! We fell in love with the tall ceilings, huge windows, porches, antique stained glass, and the rich wood work.

What makes this property unique

The location is walking distance to all of our favorite restaurants and coffee shops.

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