The Steinhatchee Landing Resort, a unique riverside retreat in north Central Florida, is dedicated to capturing the spirit of Old Florida and providing Southern hospitality and superior guest service.

The newly completed Victorian-style welcome center adds a splash of color to the landscape at Steinhatchee Landing Resort. The welcome center also provides a new place for guests to enjoy their daily continental breakfast in the dining room or on the wrap-around porch. The expanded gift shop provides many unique items to enhance a guest�s stay or bring home as a keepsake, including signature apparel, wine accessories, original artist prints, hand-poured candles and many other novelties.

Guests enjoy the Landing�s 36 individual Victorian and Florida Cracker-style cottages, complete with modern amenities including full kitchens, washer/dryer, TV/VCR, stereo and outdoor charcoal grills. Some accommodations provide warming fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs and deluxe robe and spa products. Recreational activities abound with canoeing, kayaking or fishing in the Steinhatchee River and tennis, archery, basketball or shuffleboard available on property. A fitness center, riverfront swimming pool and children�s playground is also on-site.

WHY: The welcome center serves as the Resort�s new main entrance and check-in area for guests. The Southern style wrap-around porch and old-fashioned rocking chairs invite guests to sit back, relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Steinhatchee Landing Resort is truly a step back in time and offers a one-of-a-kind Florida experience.

WHERE: Steinhatchee Landing Resort is situated on the lush banks of the peaceful Steinhatchee River, three miles from the Gulf of Mexico. The Landing is centrally located 75 miles from Gainesville, and within a two-and-a-half hours� drive of the metropolitan areas of Tallahassee, Orlando and Tampa Bay. For reservations, call (352) 498-3513, toll-free (800) 584-1709 or visit www.SteinhatcheeLanding.com.

WHEN: The Welcome Center is open and available to guests.

MEDIA CONTACT: Gentry Baumline Hayworth Creative Public Relations Ph: +1(386) 677-7000 gentry@hayworthcreative.com