About the Old Colorado Inn and Your Hosts

Want to know more about the properties that make up the Old Colorado Inn and your hosts, the Vitale Family? If so, keep reading.

And, you can always give us a call at (772) 215-3437 for more information. We look forward to meeting you!

A Brief History of the Old Colorado Inn

The Old Colorado Inn is actually made up of several historic properties located in Downtown Stuart. The inn itself was originally built in 1914 as the Coventry Hotel and was renovated by the owners, Steven and Ashley Vitale, in 2011. The Ernest Lyons House was built in 1890 and served as the town's first schoolhouse. It was restored several years ago by Dr. Thomas Connelly, a local preservationist. The Owl House River Retreat is an historic riverfront home originally constructed in 1904. It features an unusual four-pointed gable roof that some folks think resembles an owl head. The Blue House is a 1914 Sears and Roebuck kit home and is a prime example of a classic Florida cracker house. And, finally, the Clifton Guest and Fishing Lodge was built in 1915 by well-known architect Sam Matthews and later renovated by Diane Davant, a highly respected interior designer.

About Your Hosts

Steven and Ashley Vitale have been Florida residents for over 30 years. They are blessed with seven children, all raised here in Stuart. The Old Colorado Inn is truly a family business. Steven and Ashley's oldest son Christopher works as a hotel manager, and many of the children help at the hotel alongside their parents. The Vitale family is passionate about maintaining the historic charm and beauty of Downtown Stuart and was even able to save two historic cottages from destruction and relocate them to the property. We look forward to having you stay with us!