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Bischwind B&B

Bischwind B&B

One Coach Road
Bear Creek, PA 18602-0007
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Billi & Ralph English

(570) 472-3820
(570) 472-3820

 

Circa 1886. This spacious Tudor estate was built on prime acreage above the waterfall in Bear Creek Village by lumber and ice baron Albert Lewis. Dr. & Mrs. A.H. Von Dran have spent many years restoring the mansion. Filled with antiques, some rooms boast furnishings original to the house. An elegant four-course breakfast is served in the Presidential dining room with choice of filet mignon, salmon or shrimp scampi. Horses are raised on the property.

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Bischwind B&B



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Rates

$145 to $255

Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Discover, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, Visa and Bischwind gift certificates.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast

Events Hosted

  • Romantic Getaways
  • Meetings
  • Seminars
  • Weddings
  • Business Conferences

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Country Breakfast
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Full Breakfast
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Baronial Breakfast Featuring Fillet Mignon
  • Salmon Or Shrimp Scampi Available

Other Activities

  • Amusement Park
  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Beaches
  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Skiing Cross Country
  • Skiing Downhill
  • Sports Events, Major College
  • Water Sports
  • Wineries
  • Pocono 500 Nascar
  • Harness Racing
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • Wacovia Arena
  • Kirby Center

Off-Site Spa Services Available

Nearby Recommended Spas

The Woodhouse Day Spa

Innkeeper(s)

Billi & Ralph English

Rooms

This property has 9 total guest accommodations, 8 with private bath, 8 with fireplaces, 3 with whirlpools, 2 total suites, including 1 two-bedroom suite, 1 cottage and 1 conference room. The types of beds available include Queen and King.

Amenities In Room

  • Cable TV
  • Reading Lamps
  • Refrigerator
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Central Air
  • Clock Radio
  • Television
  • Desk
  • VCR
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Bath Amenities
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Iron/Ironing Board

Amenities On Site

  • Library
  • Parlor Games
  • Copy Machine
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Swimming
  • Television
  • VCR
  • DVD
  • In Ground Swimming Pool

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Desk
  • Television
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer

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Bischwind B&B

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Location: Mountains and Pocono Mountains.


Romantic Interest

Old world elegant mansion cradled within mountains with crackling fireplaces, jetted tubs and soothing atmosphere.

Historic Interest

Built in 1895 by the ice and lumber baron Albert Lewis. The area boasts of many architectural landmarks including Tiffany signature cemetary, the mansion with Tiffany transoms, handblown lead windows and is cradled in the majestic mountains. President Theodore Roosevelt was a guest of Albert Lewis and hence our Presidential Suite with original guestroom furniture similar to the Lincoln Suite at the White House.

Historic Awards:

  • National Register (Granted)

Weather

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:2 night minimum on major holiday weekends, weekends in October and Nascar
Cancellation:All reservations confirmed and billed immediately. Cash is not refunded however a gift certificate is issued and can be applied to you next stay within a year. Cancellation must be received 48 hours prior to reserved date. Certain dates are non cancellable and non refundable.
Pets:Innkeepers pets on premises.
Smoking:Outside Only.

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91% would stay again
Last reviewed on12/3/2009
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Wonderful!

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
Lindsey K
12/3/2009

I stayed there with my boyfriend last January and it was so great. We had a fireplace in our room and Billi was so accomodating! It was the perfect weekend getaway, so romantic and comfortable. I stayed there again in March for my Moms 60th Birthday with my family and we reserved the Roosevelt suite. Billi had some rooms open that weekend so my brother, myself and my parents all had our own rooms. The breakfast is incredible and I can't wait to go back again! Thanks for making each visit such a great memory! Lindsey Keppler

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Fantastic!

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
Zoe Thorogood
London,
11/25/2009

We have just returned from a wonderful 3 night stay at the Bischwind. It is a beautiful place and Billi was the perfect host. The Roosevelt Suite is just perfect and my only regret is that we couldn't stay for longer!!!

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Perfect Anniversary Getaway

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
Jenn L
Philadelphia, PA
11/20/2009

We had a wonderful one night stay at the Bischwind and I wish we could have stayed for many more nights! Our room was beautiful (master's room) and Billi went out of her way to set up a table for 2 for breakfast for us in front of the fire. The food was delicious and the whole inn is gorgeous. We also enjoyed walking around the beautiful lake and took a day trip the next day to bushkill falls (only an hour away)... I can't wait to go back!

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Just Perfect

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
Debbie Garcia
Miramar, FL
11/19/2009

BISCHWIND has to be one of the most beautiful and relaxing spots in the Poconos- it just takes your breath away. We stayed in the Roosevelt room it was well decorated to say the least, large and spotless. But what really set this place apart is Billi D English and her family, they are some of the friendliest, hospitable people I’hv met Perfect location, yummy breakfasts. Thoroughly recommend, can't wait to go back!

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Elegance with a Personal Touch

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
Karen Grisez
11/3/2009

Billi English was the best B & B hostess ever. The reservation process was smooth and contacts about arrival times were easy. Our rooms were perfect, with attention to the smallest detail. Billi even changed our accommodations at the last minute to better meet the special needs of our party and make everyone as comfortable as possible. The breakfast was both delicious and beautifully presented. We can't wait to go back and enjoy Bischwind's personal touches again. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay longer!

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    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Romantic, Lovely B&B

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
Cathy S
Washington, DC
10/17/2009

Bischwind is everyone's ideal of a beautiful and charming country manor home. We stay there once a year to visit family in the area and have never been disappointed. The rooms are all unique and very comfortable, and the property is especially beautiful around the holidays when the fireplaces are roaring and the house is decorated to the hilt! We attended a wedding there during the summer and the setting, as well as the food and arrangements, were ideal. We are always warmly greeted by the friendly but unobtrusive hosts, Ralph, Billi, and Barbara. You have plenty of privacy, the breakfasts are amazing, and the area is lovely. This is the place if you're looking for a unique, romantic weekend.

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The Roosevelt Room

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
John Osborn
Cherry Hill, NJ
10/17/2009

When we first walked in to the Theodore Roosevelt Room a couple of years ago, we thought we had accidentally wandered into an academic setting; a doctor's library or the sitting room at some exclusive club in Philadelphia or New York. The site of over-stuffed leather chairs, and soaring bookshelves with literary classics and dental textbooks, and windows that seemed to reach up to the sky was rather breathtaking. All we needed was a scotch and a cigar (well, maybe just the scotch). On a rainy, gloomy day, we felt we could lose ourselves in the big chairs, read books, nap, and explore the house. We walked around the corner to the bedroom and were dazzled by the cozy, romantic feel. The bed is a twin of the one in the Lincoln Bedroom in the White House, which only adds to the allure. We liked it so much we came back two years later in the fall; lit a fire, snuggled up and enjoyed.

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Great Fall Getaway

Bischwind B&B

4 of 5 hearts
Les Litchfield
10/17/2009

Thank-you so much for your gracious hospitality. Bischwind was delightful as was the visit with Billi and Barbara.

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Stunning

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
Melissa Clay
9/24/2009

You won't be disappointed. You will be relaxed the moment you walk in the front door. The breakfast was very filling and wonderful. They made you feel as if you were at your own home. Everything was perfect!

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Delightful in Everyway

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
Jesse Wright
9/17/2009

We had the most enjoyable time at the Bishwind B&B. Our nights were chilly but quickly warmed up with the fireplace, we nestled ourselves in the Bears Den & read the intriguing history of the Tudor Style house. Billi herself was quite the delight, extremely polite, respectful, helpful and warm. The icing on the cake for us was her INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS French Toast accompanied with all the fix-ins'! The B&B was absolutely stunning, we found ourselves just simply wondering the hallways, exploring the home & experiencing all it has to offer. We can only hope that MANY others will have the chance to experience such an inviting experience/stay. Believe you me, we've told everyone and anyone about our stay last year. GREAT NEWS to add, we are coming back this weekend! THANKS AGAIN and much Love. Jesse & Nicole Orange County NY

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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InnSide Tip - Restaurant
Try out the local restaurant called the Bear Creek Inn (YUMMY) !
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Beautiful

Bischwind B&B

5 of 5 hearts
Anonymous
11/4/2003

Beautiful home, scrumptious breakfast.

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