Opening the Inn in 2001, Ilse and James know they offer their guests a great experience. Both possess a European/English flair and take total pleasure in bringing enchantment to their guests-turned-friends, already bringing them many repeat and referral visitors to their legendary establishment. It was built by Philip Ammidown, a bon-vivant and friend of Henry Flagler, who loved the social high-life in St. Augustine at the turn-of-the-century so often documented in 'The Tattler' (The gossip paper of the day)…It had, and still possesses, a sensual masculine aura, now decorated to represent international cities: themes like Paris, Venice, Out of Africa, Passage to India. The seven bedrooms are cozy and private, devoid of Victorian lace and doilies! Nestled amidst the grand palace-hotels built by Flagler by 1888, the petite Old City House is a very quaint two-story conquina shell and stucco Inn, residing atop the restaurant overlooking the Lightner Museum Gardens. There are courtyard and sidewalk tables café-style and seating for 40 inside. It is the only historic inn with full-service bar and dining in St. Augustine! Up the staircase to the private upper deck nestled under lush foliage, you can enjoy the view of the steeples and historical architecture of the period, watch for the horse & buggies and sundown ghost walks below, or join a lively conversation with other guests. In addition to the restaurant fare, Friday and Saturday from 5:30 - til …complimentary wine and cheese is served to Inn guests on the upper deck. Parking is conveniently 'at your doorstep' so put on your walking shoes or borrow our bicycles and begin your St. Augustine adventure at the Old City House. This is a top-drawer experience with the ambience of country English…and don't miss the Welsh Rarebit!