We have a custom of celebrating the first week of the year, to keep the festivities going and kick…read moreoff the year right. My spouse has excellent taste in sight-unseen lodging, so his task was to pick somewhere not too far away but memorable. He was taken by the library images and the many shelves of books. Hollinger House was a B&B for many years under previous ownership but has been completely renovated and recently reopened. A weekday stay here (at a Select Registry B&B, not too many of these in the whole country) is priced incredibly at $100 a night, and you can pick any of the rooms, which are different rates on the weekends. The 1860 mansion farmhouse sits on the grounds of a long-gone tannery that was commissioned to make products for the Civil War. Hollinger House is just off the main road in a valley only a few miles straight south of Lancaster (which has Uber if you don't feel like driving even that far). Because of the off-time of the year, we had the whole house to ourselves, including the grand piano which we were encouraged to play -- and did, not too late, I swear! In all rooms is a book detailing the incredible story of how the owner (who is gorgeous and looks like a young Dorothy Parker) acquired and renovated the house, but even with this, I could not stop asking her questions. One incredible thing I have never seen before is the charging station for electric cars, including even Tesla. Nice to see such forward thinking. She is also expert at accommodating food preferences, and I spotted several vegan cookbooks in her kitchen. We are usually made to feel like a pain at B&Bs and have to make do with black coffee and fruit as everyone else gets a feast, but not here! Linda is known for her vegan scrambles and pumpkln French toast, so expect to get one of the best breakfasts you have ever had in a B&B. She is very knowledgeable of gluten free too. She is also heavily involved in the Lancaster scene and knows a lot about its redevelopment, so she has great advice on where to eat. We were there because of the new comfort food pub Root and also the Seed and found plenty more to do. Hollinger will be hosting all sorts of events in the future, so we will be keeping an eye on them and can't wait to return.

This is a stately old mansion built in 1870 by a family of tanners (leather workers). It…read moreeventually fell into ruin and two investors from New York bought it and restored it. A lot of the original features had to he recreated. The common rooms downstairs are nicely done and are a great place to relax with a glass of wine. There are many windows that let in the light. If you play the piano, you are welcome to do so with the grand piano in the living room. The bedrooms are nice and comfortable, but lack the warm, inviting feeling of some other B&Bs. They could do more to make them less 'sterile.' Breakfast is what I would call "continental plus." There were croissants, breads, cookies, yogurt , granola, etc. They use real silverware rather than the stainless steel restaurant forks and knives. The B&B is right next to a busy street so road noise is always there. That's a general problem in Lancaster County. Overall, we enjoyed our stay but thought it was overpriced for what we got. For over $200, we should have gotten a full breakfast and a very cozy room.

Celebrating a special occasion, our stay at the B&B was the perfect choice for our visit to…read moreLancaster. Kim and Jason are wonderful hosts and we will be sure to return. In fact, we can't wait to see what Chef Jason will prepare for our next gourmet breakfast. (And, Kim's homemade cookies are not to be missed!)

We truly had a lovely stay at the Lancaster B&B and we'll certainly be back! The place was so cozy,…read moreespecially the living room and library with the fireplaces, it was almost like being at home! We loved the Foxglove, it was a spacious, comfortable room. The breakfasts were incredible, it was like dining at a gourmet restaurant! Kim and Jason were fabulous innkeepers, this is the best place to stay in Lancaster!

We had a marvelous time here. The BNB is run by a delightful lady named Linda with the help of two…read morelovely women named Polly and Celine who help with cooking and cleaning. The house is steeped in history, with so many different nooks, crannies and no shortage of china cabinets and trinkets filling the shelves. Family photos are lovely to look at. Breakfast was fantastic. My favorite was the baked Amish oatmeal. Not every room has a private bathroom so read the fine print although it seems each has its own window unit and wifi. We really enjoyed the sunflower room which has a small sitting area and jacuzzi bathtub. The only minor drawback is there's no bathroom door, just a curtain. I didn't see a hair dryer although that's a small potato. This is a BNB, not a hotel so be aware of that. Bring your own soap and shampoo for the shower but there are plenty of towels. We had such a lovely time chatting with Linda and her companions and two other guests. It's old fashioned but if you like old fashioned charm and authentic interactions like we do, you'll love it here. Minor drawbacks: you have to call to make a reservation; you can't lock your room from the outside so leave valuables at home or perhaps locked in your car. Despite these, we had a grand time and the location can't be better for almost anything on your agenda.

Equestrian Estates B&B was a real treat for myself and my wife. We celebrated our 27th wedding…read moreanniversary in the "Cowboy Room," which was cozy and very quiet. The breakfast was truly amazing both mornings, and the owners are very sweet in every sense of the word. They take such pride in making the stay a memorable one. Although away from the hustle and bustle, the attractions were at most 15-30 minutes away, which made our stay even better. I highly recommend EE to couples and families alike!

Four and a half stars if I could give half stars. We stayed one night here, arriving around 5pm…read more The inn keepers (presumably one of the owner's wife and her daughter) were tidying up in the yard and greeted us graciously. They confirmed our reservation, showed us the tea/coffee counter and mini fridge (which we were free to take bottled water from), and asked us if we had any food issues for them to consider for breakfast the next morning. They then walked us up to our room - the Empire Room. The bedroom and its en suite bathroom were immaculately clean. There were a couple small spots with the wallpaper that will hopefully be fixed during the next maintenance pass, but these were very minor. The room sleeps two in a queen bed and has a balcony which was nice to sit on. The room has a modern thermostat and was very cool and comfortable on what might have been one of the most humid and hottest days of the year. Downstairs in the common area, there is ample comfortable seating to lounge around on, as well as an electric keyboard. I will note that upon entering the property, there was the distinct smell of turmeric. In some reviews on other online platforms, this has been mentioned. It didn't bother me, but if you're sensitive to it, you should be aware. The bed was comfortable and I slept soundly. However, the inn faces a fairly busy two-lane one-way street and the road noise was noticeable during the day. It's no fault of the property, but it seems there are a lot of locals who drive by with modified exhaust systems and that can spoil the otherwise serene setting. Breakfast was served at 8:30am. There were pitchers of water and orange juice, and carafes of hot coffee and hot water for tea. Breakfast was a glass cup of yogurt with a berry compote, followed by a plate of two strips of thick bacon and two sliced biscuits filled with a sausage gravy. The gravy appeared to have turmeric in it and was quite tasty. My wife requested a non-meat option the night before and got a vegetable omelet and an oatmeal pancake topped with strawberries, which she said was very good. Overall, we enjoyed our short stay here. The house is old (late 1800s), but our room was extremely clean and well-appointed.

I would never go back. The breakfast is inedible. The staff…read morewhich are family could not care less. You are locked out of the so called area to get coffee. once you know how bad it is you are grateful you can't get in. we waited 20 minutes in the pouring rain just to get someone to answer the door. With a quite indifferent attitude we were shown to our room. No coffee service. No Kleenex. No cups of any kind. But Qtips in a dish in the bathroom. Who would use Qtips that had laying out. if your going pack a picnic basket. The breakfast was a stone cold piece of an egg mixer that has baked in a cookie tray and then distributed. The fancy breakfast was the same slab of cold eggs with biscuits (Not home made), with cold sausage gravy. It was horrid. $200.00 a night. I think not. Don't walk RUN!!!!!

A New Beginning Bed and Breakfast is reflective of what you think about when you imagine…read moreexperiencing a traditional bed and breakfast. Denise and Al were both welcoming, friendly, and warm from start to finish. They were kind enough to allow us to check-in early with our 22 month old toddler, who was recovering from a fever, giving us a place to rest and recover when we had nowhere to go. The house is beautifully decorated with many Christmas decorations and personal touches from Denise and Al to highlight their history. The rooms were comfortable and had a private bathroom in each of them, saving us the trouble of having to navigate a shared bathroom. The breakfasts for our two night stay were different and delicious, with a nice balance between savoriness and sweetness. Parking in the back were spacious for multiple cars, and I think it's a perfect mini-getaway experience for friends and families that might want to rent out all four rooms. Lastly, the price is extremely fair and it was so comforting to hear Denise's rationale of charging how much she would be willing to pay herself if she was looking for a bed and breakfast herself. Overall, this was such a perfect find for us and we would love to come back in the future with our friends and family. Thank you Denise and Al for giving us such a memorable experience and for helping us take care of our 22 month old; perhaps the next time we meet again you'll see how much she has grown! Thank you for giving our second baby "a new beginning." Thank you for reading and definitely give A New Beginning Bed & Breakfast a try, I promise you won't regret it!

We stayed in the Dogwood Suite. The bed was very comfortable, the sheets were wonderful! The…read moreinnkeepers were very friendly and accommodating, everything you could want was provided. Our room felt very private and quiet, we enjoyed some coffee in our room with the Keurig before going downstairs in the morning for fresh brewed coffee. The breakfast was amazing starting with an extra creamy yogurt parfait with blueberries and granola and then continued with an out of this world quiche, pork sausage, delicious roasted potatoes and then finishing it off with a decadent scone. They offered every type of juice imaginable. The location was convenient to downtown Lancaster (where we were headed the next day). When we go back to Lancaster we will definitely try to get a reservation here again. I highly recommend!

We recently stayed in a room at the Cardinal Roost BnB for four days. Tena and Allen are lovely--so…read moresensible, caring, and accommodating. I have a lot of dietary restrictions, and they went out of their way to provide delicious breakfasts that met my many needs. Their location is great--easy to reach Lancaster and townships within the area. Their rooms are comfy, clean, and well laid out with beautiful furnishings. They made us feel at home--provided those small extras to make your stay pleasurable and fun.

Definitely recommend Rocky Springs Bed & Breakfast. The staff is very welcoming and makes sure…read morethat you are comfortable and will enjoy your stay. We stayed int he Emma Belle Room f r the long weekend and it was very relaxing. We had our privacy with the option to mingle in common areas of the bed and breakfast. The room was very clean with great amenities. Also, homemade breakfast is made for you in the main dining room. We had fun walking the grounds and seeing the old amusement park areas. You are very close to downtown Lancaster but feel far away from it all.

Rocky Springs Bed & Breakfast is so damn charming that I have a hard time believing it is not a…read morecorporate venture. The old-world, casual charm vibe is so honed that it must have been orchestrated by some company. It is like Steve Wynn did a 15 year study of Bed n' Breakfast expectations, presented his findings to a board of rich shareholders, and came out with their newest goldmine: Exceptionally friendly staff- check. Rooms that are charming as hell - check. Old tin photos of previous visitors/residents - check. Antique piano in the living room - check. Staff members who seem to legitimately care that you have a good time in the area - check. Wallpaper imported by time-travelers to add legitimacy to the decor - check. Free Wifi - check A cute story about the house being part of an amusement park area - check. Adorable staff with stories about the property - check. Seriously, The staff is so sickeningly sweet that I glared at a toddler today just to compensate. The Figari room has a great romantic ambiance(if you are into turn of the century rooms, strong wood furniture, and dark red). The breakfast is pretty good. It was prepared with legitimate affection which is always a nice ingredient. On the action-movie-parallel-satisfaction-scale, this place is Starship Troopers being watched from a burning aircraft carrier.

Warm and welcoming even at the late hour we arrived. Wonderful people! Great atmosphere and…read moreaccommodations! Would give 10 stars if possible

My family stayed at the Blue Rock BNB over a long weekend and we will definitely be back! We…read morebooked the basement suite and it was perfect for our family and enabled us to cook an Easter dinner for our Millersville University daughter/granddaughter. Ed answered Stephanie were excellent hosts.

Walt Okon at Susquehanna River House at 1335 River Hill Rd, Pequea, PA…read more We rented a house right on the Susquehanna River 20-23 May 2022. This house is amazing. It is a truly luxury home. This house was supper clean and neat. The entire house is upgrade. The decor bright yet warn country home. Internet system is solid and fast. All smart flat TV interconnected with five zone stereo systems throughout the house. We were impressed with how clean everything was, the diligence, and attention to detail of workmanship. The house has been totally upgraded with quality products and quality work, ceiling to floors. Lighting in this house state of the art both inside and outside. The kitchen is fully equipped with all new appliances. It had everything we could think of including two refrigerators, gas top cooking and every item a top chef could thing of needing. Windows that looked directly out on to the Susquehanna River House with its private dock. Two of the four bedrooms has their own ensuites. The Master Bedroom on the main floor really big with a river view which is magnificent, plus a large three head shower big for two people at a time. All linens towels etc are highest quality plush and provided. a view of the water which was magnificent. The air-conditioning is zones in the different rooms give the ability for all the have comfort to their choosing. Absolutely no negatives in this house. I did not expect the internet to be good in such a remote area; but, to my surprise it worked fine throughout the whole property. Lighting in this house is beyond expectation. You have to see it. The porch on the house is outstanding with tables chairs, rockers, a complete wet bar and the perfect view of the river The attention to detain in this house say Quality Quality, and Quality! John King the manager (maybe the owner) brought firewood for the fire pit and had candy in the table setting for us when we arrived (John King at john.creeksidestructures@gmail.com). If you trailer a boat in, the community boat ramp is just two blocks away and then you can keep it at the dock at the house. Walt Okon, Springfield, Virginia.

What an absolute gem!…read more If you are looking for a perfect quiet place while visiting Lancaster or the surrounding area, look no further. Fabulous hosts, warm inviting property, tons of history, plenty of space! Massage chairs downstairs Coal stove worked well, house was cozy. Linens in the house were very nice, water was nice and hot for the shower. The seasons at this place probably provide a variety of different experiences, we visited in December and the house was appropriately decorated for Christmas, adorable. There were fresh eggs, coffee, shoo-fly pie, and local bread on the table for our arrival. There is a very large table downstairs that would be perfect for a large family/friend dinner. You must check this place out!!! So great...

Just went to our grandsons wedding at this venue. It was by far one of, if not the best we have…read moreever been to. It was so organized and the staff was far beyond professional and extremely friendly. Everything and every scenario was covered. Special handicap accommodation's. Wedding site was spectacular.

INCREDIBLE VENUE! My sister just got married here and everything was perfect. This venue is ideal…read morebecause: - It has a house for the bridal party to get ready in (we had 9 bridesmaids and there was plenty of room for hair and makeup) - Picture perfect outdoor ceremony spot (and a backup indoor spot as well) - A patio for cocktail hour with beautiful views of the property - The barn itself is just amazing on its own - Easy accessibility with the option to have a golf cart transport guests if needed, this was very important to us as we wanted all of our guests to be comfortable They have really thought of every single detail with this venue. The day went so smoothly thanks to their on-site coordinator and all of our guests were extremely impressed with the venue. 10/10 would recommend!