Aunt Martha's Bed and Breakfast with its water-view accommodations is located in the sunny panhandle of Florida in Fort Walton Beach, recently rated as one of the top ten places to live in the US by Money Magazine.

The Bed and Breakfast offers nearly 10,000 square feet of living space. There is plenty of room to find a quiet spot to read in the library as well as to mingle with a lively gathering of guests on the spacious front porch. A baby grand piano entertains guests who want live music, while a state-of-the-art sound system with speakers throughout the first floor can be programmed to accommodate a wide variety of musical tastes.

From the foyer, step into the library adorned with a spectacular brick fireplace. Adjoining is a living room and sunroom. Large floor-to-ceiling windows illuminate each room. French doors open onto the verandah that runs down the length of the house and overlooks the water. A separate dining room is spacious enough to comfortably seat 12. The room may be used for a business meeting or an intimate meal where pocket doors can be closed to provide privacy.

A winding staircase takes you to the second floor to five unique rooms, each tranquil and relaxing. Beautifully decorated with a touch of Aunt Martha's southern charm, each lodging accommodation is equipped with a private bathroom, telephone, and cable television. Large windows can be opened to enjoy the warm Gulf breezes and the sounds of the shore. An ice machine is located on the second floor, and laundry services are available as well.

Martha and her staff provide an unforgettable breakfast each morning. The menu includes such specialties as traditional southern egg, ham, and cheese grits; stuffed French toast; baked stuffed apple pancakes; broccoli and cheese quiche; and crawfish quiche. The central location of the Inn makes it easy for you to sample many of the fine restaurants in the area for lunch and dinner. Staff's Restaurant, adjacent to Aunt Martha's, has been in Martha's family for over 90 years and offers excellent seafood and steak.

From the moment you open the front door and step into the spacious foyer, you are wrapped in the gracious warmth of Martha and Bill, your hosts. The Bed and Breakfast Inn is an exquisite example of old Florida summer-house charm blended with all the comfort that modern-day architecture and new construction provide, making it an intimate hotel alternative.

Whether you are attending meetings at one of the local conference centers and looking to unwind from the day's activities or are here purely to enjoy the beach, there are several nearby activities to remove you from the everyday. World-class golf courses, international shopping, and Eglin and Hurlburt Air Force bases are just a short drive away.

Take advantage of the Gulf of Mexico's beautiful shoreline with emerald green water and sugar-white beaches by staying at Aunt Martha's Bed and Breakfast.