128 N. Lakeside Dr.
Mango Inn Bed and Breakfast

This historic structure was built in 1915 and is one of Lake Worth’s oldest homes. John “Jack” Thomas Barton lived in the home from 1941 – 1949. In forty years of service to the city, he published the Lake worth Herald for seven years, was a city commissioner and served as mayor from 1935-1937 and again from 1947-1949. Both Barton Elementary and Barton Park are named for the Barton Family.

In December of 1995, Erin and Bo Allen had the vision to buy a very dilapidated old house and convert it into a bed and breakfast. The journey of lovingly restoring the three buildings that are now the Inn took a total of six years to complete. The Inn’s main house was open to guests in December of 1996. The “Little House” which makes up the Pineapple and Mango Suites was also purchased and renovated by Bo and Erin and opened as part of the Mango Inn in 1998. Last year, both suite bathrooms were renovated and massaging whirlpool tubs were added. In 2008, the Inn was purchased by Bill and sisters Judi and Deb. They took their experience of caring for patients ( all three are medical professionals) and started caring for travelers. The décor is what the innkeepers describe as casual elegance. They love to see their guests cozy on the couch in the living room with their feet up sipping a glass of wine and reading a book. There are ten rooms all with private baths and many amenities too numerous to mention.

The Inn boasts property that is lush and private. Peaceful sounds of fountains and waterfalls and a heated pool make guests feel as if they have escaped to a private oasis. After a gourmet breakfast served on the veranda guests can grab a beach chair and head to the beach or relax at the pool. In the evening, many guests walk to town to enjoy downtown Lake Worth’s many wonderful restaurants.

The Mango Inn is the longest operating Bed and Breakfast in Lake Worth, with numerous awards including this years Best Breakfast by Florida Table magazine.