Fort Lauderdale Bonnet House Ground and Guided Paddle Board Kayak

Coconut Cove was once a mangrove and buttonwood swamp until the late 1920's, when the U.S. Army Corp. of engineers was granted permission to deposit the fill while dredging the Intracoastal. The fill

Coconut Cove was once a mangrove and buttonwood swamp until the late 1920's, when the U.S. Army Corp. of engineers was granted permission to deposit the fill while dredging the Intracoastal. The fill caused the swamp to perish, which prompted Mr. Bartlett to plant rows of Coconut Palms where the current Bonnet House parking lot exists. The property is a blend of native and exotic flora including a desert garden, Orchid House, Shell Museum, Fruit Groves, Freshwater Slough, Wild Coffee, Silver Palms, Coontie Plants shaded by Gumbo Limbo, Seagrapes, Sabal Palms, and Paradise Trees to name just a few splendors in addition to the 1920 Bonnet House Museum with it's incredible architecture built around a Fountain Garden and displaying art, sculptures, and collectibles from all over the world. It is truly the last of Old Florida in the present day and a celebration of the protected history and the legacy of Frederic Clay and Evelyn Barlett's vision and talent.

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Location: Fort Lauderdale

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Q&A

Q: Can you reschedule the paddleboard tour if the weather is bad?

A: Yes, you can reschedule your paddleboard tour if the weather doesn't cooperate! Just make sure to contact Sunrise Paddleboards at least 24 hours in advance. They’re pretty flexible about it as long as you give them a heads-up.

Q: Is this experience suitable for kids? What age do you recommend?

A: This experience is great for kids 8 and up! They can join in the kayak or paddleboard. Just make sure they know how to swim and are comfortable in the water. It’s a fun way for families to explore the Bonnet House grounds together.

Q: What's the parking situation like at Bonnet House? Is it free?

A: Parking at Bonnet House is free, which is awesome! Just keep in mind it can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. If you arrive early, you should have no problem finding a spot. Also, the main entrance isn’t hard to find!

Discussions

Just did the Bonnet House paddle tour - what a gem!

I recently took the guided paddle tour at Bonnet House, and it was AMAZING! The gardens are beautiful, and being on the water was so peaceful. The tour guide was super knowledgeable about the history of the area, which made it even better. Plus, I got some awesome free photos! Definitely recommend it if you're in Fort Lauderdale and want a unique experience.

Thinking of gifting the Bonnet House experience, any advice?

I’m considering giving the Bonnet House paddleboard experience as a gift for my sister’s birthday. She loves the outdoors, but she’s never paddleboarded before. Do you think this is a good choice? Or should I look for something more beginner-friendly?