Situated in the south of Florida, approximately 45 miles west of the city of Miami, is the Big Cypress National Park & Preserve, with the Everglades National Park about 20 minutes from the preserve. Big Cypress was the very first declared national preserve in all of the United States, within the National Park systems. Every year, millions of people visit this unique and beautiful area to enjoy the climate and explore all of the attractions. Tourists who decide to spend their vacation time touring the Everglades National Park and the Big Cypress National Park and Preserve, will find several different types of accommodations to stay in for the duration of their visit.
The Ivey House
Located in Everglades City, a 20 minute drive from the Big Cypress National Park, is the family owned Ivey House, featuring three separate accommodation choices; a quaint Inn, a historic Lodge and a Cottage This facility sits near a multitude of attractions, including hiking, canoeing, kayaking, bike riding, shopping and dining. The guest units are furnished with air conditioners, ceiling fans, satellite television with premium stations, microwave ovens, coffee makers, refrigerators, hair dryers and telephones. Guests can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast every morning of their stay. A restaurant is located on the property grounds. A picnic area with barbecue grills and picnic tables are available for guests to use at their leisure.
Glades Haven Cozy Cabins
Standing on the waterfront, offering picturesque views, is the Glades Haven Cozy Cabins accommodations. This facility offers awe inspiring views of the Everglades, while sitting about 20 minutes from the Big Cypress National Park and Preserve. Guests can enjoy nearby activities such as golf, hiking, swimming, bike riding, fishing and boating. Each of the 23 guest units are furnished with microwave ovens, coffee and tea making facilities, refrigerators, wireless high-speed access to the Internet, large flat-screen televisions, satellite television with premium movie stations, plush pillow-top mattresses and premium bedding. Other amenities at the Glades Haven Cozy cabins include an outdoor swimming pool, a pool-side whirlpool spa, an exercise facility and an outdoor picnic area with barbecue grills and picnic tables and chairs. Guests can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast each morning.
Comfort Inn Florida City
Situated about five miles from the Everglades National Park, is the Comfort Inn hotel in Florida City, Florida. This facility offers easy access to the Everglades, featuring an array of activities to enjoy, including boat rentals, guided boat tours, hiking, fishing, swimming golfing, bird watching and kayaking. Each of the guest rooms at this hotel, are furnished with hair dryers, pillow-top mattresses, microwave ovens, satellite television with premium news, movie and sports stations, miniature refrigerators and high-speed wireless access to the Internet. Other amenities at this Comfort Inn hotel include a heated outdoor swimming pool and a laundry facility for the use of guests. A complimentary hot breakfast is available for guests every morning.
References and Resources:
http://www.iveyhouse.com/
http://www.nps.gov/bicy/planyourvisit/things2do.htm
http://www.gladeshaven.com/
http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-florida_city-florida-FL432
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