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The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite

Monticello vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Monticello, FL
  • Place, Monticello Opera House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Jefferson Country R. J. Nailer Public Library
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Monticello

In Monticello .Your stay at this Monticello vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Monticello Opera House and Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce. Also, Jefferson Country R. J. Nailer Public Library is within half a mile (1 km) and Jefferson Square is within 2 miles (3 km).
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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
  • Jefferson Country R. J. Nailer Public Library - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • "Boots" Thomas Veteran Memorial Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Jefferson Square - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Porch On The Green - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Monticello Vineyards & Winery - ‬7 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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

How close is The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.2 mi (37-min drive) away from the Thomasville, GA (TVI-Thomasville Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite?

As of Mar 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite on Mar 17, 2026 start from $248, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite to downtown Monticello?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Monticello.

The Budd-Pafford House - The Exploration Suite Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, clean home. Well stocked kitchen and bedroom/bathroom. My bed was wonderful. The house is within walking distance to many restaurants, shops, markets, etc. Wonderful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ASHLEY C., MORRISTON

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

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven l.

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

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Barry S., Orlando

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
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.

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.

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