Hotel College Arms, DeLand, Florida: A Winter Home for Discriminating People [c1900]

Very Good/No Dust Jacket As Issued. Stapled wraps; tan embossed with green titles and decoration; [16] pp. With 13 illustrations from photographs (10 are full-page, 1 is a double-page panorama). 12x18 cm (4.75 by 7 inches). Wraps slightly larger than pages.

No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal  handling; Hint of even age-toning.. Scarce promotional view book showcasing the esteemed hotel nestled in the heart of DeLand, Florida, strategically positioned between the vibrant cities of Orlando and Daytona Beach.

Originally erected in 1885 and gracefully standing until the 1940s, this iconic establishment, once graced by the visionary John B. Stetson, renowned for his legendary hat designs, underwent a transformation under his stewardship. Renamed as the Hotel College Arms in 1896, Stetson meticulously enhanced the property, culminating in the addition of a 18-hole championship golf course, honored as one of the nation's finest.

Within the pages of this rare view book lie treasures-a visual odyssey capturing the essence of the remarkable golf course and the spirited game itself. Adorned with six captivating photographs, including a breathtaking double-page panorama featuring the inaugural green, where the clubhouse and hotel stand as timeless sentinels in the backdrop.

This collectible gem, treasured for its historical significance, is a rare find, with only one copy identified by OCLC, residing at the University of South Florida.