Description
Circa 1760. Secluded in a valley in Lancaster County, just minutes from Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Speedwell Forge B&B sits on 120 acres along a creek with a cornfield, wolf sanctuary and woodlands in Lititz, Pennsylvania. Built in 1760, this historic Colonial Federal stone house is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It has been painstakingly restored to maintain the quality craftsmanship it originally reflected. Family heirlooms and antiques accent the interior. Some of the accommodations feature a fireplace and whirlpool tub. The two cottages include a kitchenette. Before exploring the area, start each day with a three-course breakfast. In the evening gather to indulge in a choice of desserts.
This property has been featured in Gwinnett Daily Post (11/5/06), Lancaster New Era, Lancaster Intelligencer-Journal,
Lititz Record-Express, This Old House magazine (October 2005), Harrisburg Patriot-News (10/30/05), Blue Ridge cable 11 news, ABC Channel 27 Travel. Location: Country, Between a lake and a natural park.
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Rooms & Rates |
Rates: $125 to $225 Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Discover, Visa and Personal Checks. Rooms: This property has 5 total guest accommodations with private bath, 4 with fireplaces, 3 with whirlpools, 1 two-bedroom suite, 2 cottages and 1 conference room. The types of beds available include King, Queen and Twin.
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Policies |
Cancellation: 10 days cancellation notice required on all reservations, cancellations made after this time are subject to a fee equal to or greater than one night's stay.
Your credit card holds your reservation and will be charged upon your arrival.
Cancellations within 10 days of your scheduled arrival date will be charged one night's stay or 50% of the total reservation amount, whichever is greater.
Cancellations within 2 days of your scheduled arrival date will be charged the full amount of the reservation. This includes "No-shows" and premature check-outs. Longer cancellation periods will be applied to multi-room bookings. If you cancel after the deadline, you will be billed as noted above unless the room or cottage can be re-rented. Cancellations must be made directly by calling and speaking to an innkeeper or by e-mail with a confirmed response. Smoking: Outside Only.
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Services & Amenities |
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast. Types of meals: Full Breakfast, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Vegetarian Breakfast, Wine, Evening desserts, Cheese baskets available for $40, Cheese and meat baskets available for $50. Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Modem Hook-Up, Cable TV, Reading Lamps, CD Player, Refrigerator, Central Air, Clock Radio, Telephone, Coffeemaker, Television, Data Ports, Turn-Down Service, Desk, VCR, Hot Tub/Spa, Voice Mail, Fireplace, DVD, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access and (Not all rooms have all amenities - please call to ensure we can accommodate your needs). Amenities On Site: Library, Parlor Games, Phone, Fireplace, Television, VCR, DVD, On a beautiful 120-acre farm with creek, Between a lake, Natural park and Wolf sanctuary. Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Television, Modem Connection, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers, Gym Nearby, Flexible Cancellation and Flexible Check in/out Times.
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Spa Services |
On-Site Spa Services: Massages.
Spa Packages: His-and-hers one-hour massage (side by side, on site) Nearby Recommended Spas:
Shear Sensations Salon & Day Spa
(717)626-8780
www.shearsensations.com
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Discounts |
Special Discounts: 15% off weekly stays (5+ days). Both cottages include a kitchenette and dining area, ideal for extended stays.  - One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night. The dates this property will honor the certificate are November-March, Monday-Thursday, subject to availability. Rooms included are the Summer Kitchen Cottage, Kathryn's, Bill's and Boy's rooms. Please be sure to state that you have an I Love Inns certificate when making your reservation.
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Activities |
Events Hosted: Seminars, Meetings, Romantic Getaways and Conference room for up to 20 available. Other Activities: Amusement Park, Antiquing, Art Galleries, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Skiing Cross Country, Sports Events, Major, College, Wineries, Hershey (30 minutes), Gettysburg (40 minutes), Philadelphia (one hour), Outlet malls, Small towns, Fine restaurants and Amish.
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Historic Interest |
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Lancaster County Historic Preservation Site. Built in 1760 by iron master James Old and expanded c. 1795 by his son-in-law Robert Coleman, the mansion reflects both early Colonial and Federal (Georgian) architecture. Beautifully restored in 2006, the mansion has been nominated for several preservation awards. Historic Awards: National Register (Granted) and City Historical Site (Granted). Historic Memberships: National Trust, State Historical Society and Local Historical Society.
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Romantic Interest |
 An historic stone mansion, an antique canopy bed, a beautiful view, a clawfoot whirlpool bath, 120 acres along a creek, no sounds of cars or cell phones
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Ratings |
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