Town House Motel Sarasota Florida Vintage Chrome Postcard 1950s 1960s
$ 5.28
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Town House Motel Sarasota Florida Vintage Chrome Postcard 1950s 1960s. Guests are seen relaxing on lounge chairs, adding a touch of nostalgic charm to this picturesque Florida getaway. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Step back in time with this vibrant vintage chrome postcard showcasing the iconic Town House Motel located on U.S. 41 at 1500 S. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota, Florida. The scene captures the essence of mid-century American travel, featuring the motel's inviting facade, lush palm trees, and a classic roadside sign advertising "OVERNIGHT EFFICIENCIES" and "SUMMER RATES VACANCY." Guests are seen relaxing on lounge chairs, adding a touch of nostalgic charm to this picturesque Florida getaway. This collectible postcard, produced by Dukane Press from an Ektachrome photo by C. Hettesheimer, vividly illustrates the motel's amenities, including its 10 units and 2 efficiencies, all equipped with showers, TV, heat, and air conditioning. It highlights the quiet garden, adjoining restaurant, pool privileges, and proximity to fine beaches, a hospital, a large shopping center, and a major baseball park. A true piece of Sarasota history, this postcard is a must-have for collectors of Florida ephemera, roadside Americana, and vintage travel memorabilia, offering a glimpse into the golden age of motor lodges.
