A classic entrepreneur of the 19th century, Stafford ventured out West from Boston to "make his fortune"...heavily involved with railways and property speculation. Later in life came to Florida, sensing its "wintering" potential (owned property that extended from Tarpon Springs to Jacksonville once). the house is a meticulously restored turn of the century "Florida House"....verandas surrounding the structure, bottom and top floors, all wood interiors, high... ceilings. Dining room, living (stand-up piano), fireplace (?!), and a Doctor's reception room ( Stafford's sister who practised there was one of the country's first female physicians.) Upstairs, bedrooms with beds and chairs of the period....and indoor plumbing! A Florida gem, more authentic than anything to be found in Disney World.
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