Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
10 expert reviews
“Undoubtedly one of the city's biggest draws, the Bonnet House is a pioneer oddity among the beachside high rises.”
– Concierge
Frommer's
"This 35-acre spread named after the Bonnet lily is a trip back in time." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The whimsical 35-acre spread... is on the National Register of Historic Places." Full review
Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Nestled on a 35-acre wooded oasis in Dade county, this two-story coral rock plantation house reflects the talent of its architect, the muralist and art collector Frederic Clay Bartlett." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Created by Chicago-born artist Frederic Clay Bartlett in 1920, Bonnet House—and its lush gardens—is today a museum dedicated to historic and environmental preservation, and creative expression." Full review
Afar Magazine
"If you enjoy history, art and beautiful gardens, you're in luck." Full review
Where
"This Fort Lauderdale property was bought in the 19th century by Hugh Taylor Birch (the lush state park just south of Bonnet House bears his name)." Full review
Fodor's
"This 35-acre subtropical estate endures as a tribute to Old South Florida." Full review
Afar Magazine
"a good example of a bygone era." Full review
Frommer's
"Artist and collector Frederic Clay Bartlett built a gracious two-story manse...filled with art and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, where he wintered with a first, then a second wife " Full review