The innkeeper was very friendly. It was clean & located just far enough off Rt 80 to be rural/residential. Very homey!

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I went for my honeymoon. I was amazed. It was beautiful, very romantic and cozy. They made us feel good. Thank you!

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This place was great. My nephew got married at the Inn the last friday in August. It rained that whole day but the Sun shined bright on the lovely couple that day. We had the wedding on the porch and everyone was all smile. It was a sight to behold. His brother made the special trip from California to be present at this affair. We had the whole house and it felt like it was our own. The wedding party stayed and well as the couples parents and me his Aunt. The breakfast was excellent we had had Blueberry French Toast. I would love to stay again.

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Lovely inn, friendly, comfortable atmosphere. Lovely garden. Great place to "get away"

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Nice, mellow, helpful (but not invasive) innkeepers? Check. Gorgeous setting and grounds that belie the suburban Jersey address? Check. Nice, well appointed common areas? Check. Easily accessible snack area with complimentary chips, cookies, water and soft drinks? Check. Spacious, clean, comfortable room with all of the amenities I could ask for? Check. A good, satisfying breakfast? Check. Significantly nicer, more relaxing, and more comfortable than a typical hotel for not much more $? Check. Roughly an hour away from Brooklyn? Check. I like this place. Highly recommended.

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Amazing is an overused word, but that is exactly how I felt nearly the entire time we were here. My wife & I had a break-away-from-the-kids trip. This place is near wineries, historic sites, and antiquing. But returning in the evenings to the hospitality of this place was priceless!

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We enjoyed the Swan and the town. The room was cozy, staff was helpful, and the late night cookies were delish!

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What a pleasure! Great advice, food, and comfort. Will be back.

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I stayed in the High Point room with my fiance back in December for our 3 year anniversary. A beautiful room. Love love love LOVE the white fluffy robes they provide and the steam showers are AMAZING! Whooohoooo ;). The cookies and the snack bar are definitely a plus and the whole atmosphere of the house is great. I wasn't absolutely crazy about the breakfast, but it was still good and an enjoyable addition to my stay there. I hope to come back sometime in the near future!

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We had a nice stay with 2 other couples. The breakfast was delicious and Liz is warm, welcoming, and very capable innkeeper. Would go again!

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Since the Inn's bikes would not fit in my SUV, Bill took time out from his busy day to drive my wife and I with the bikes to a portion of the Sussex Branch Trail where he knew we would enjoy the ride. Service beyond expectations!

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Family converged from all over the country for a family event in West Orange, several of us settling in at The Whistling Swan. We all found it to be worthy of it being called "one of the 10 best B & B's in the country." All rooms were cozy, impeccably clean and each unique. The breakfasts were wonderful and our interim innkeepers went out of their way to insure our stay would be memorable: our first night we all arrived at varying times and they opened the dining room for us all to eat take out; helped our "guests" feel welcome while we sat in the front parlour catching up; made it feel like home with a glass of sherry by the fireplace on a windy night before heading to bed. We've all decided this was not to be our last visit to the Whistling Swan.

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My boyfriend and I went there to celebrate our two year anniversary. We stayed in the Great Meadow room. The room was cozy and immaculate. We loved the homemade breakfasts every morning, especially the caramel french toast. The food was so tasty we bought the cookbook. Liz and Bill were warm and friendly. I recommended this B and B to all my friends and colleagues. We will definitely stay again. We loved it! Camille and Fedner

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My partner and I had our civil union there, and the innkeeper Liz and Bill were so accommodating. The room (we had th walnut suite) was beautiful and impeccably clean. We loved the jacuzzi and the late night snacks. Liz is an excellent cook, I had the best carmelized french toast casserole I ever tasted! This place is a class act, I would definitely visit again. This is a victorian gem on a pretty tree lined street, we ate near by at The Black Forest Inn, we loved it!

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This was our first stay at a B&B. We ordered the Romance Package as well as in-room massages. The entire Inn is intricately decorated and its serene ambiance made for a very relaxing, romantic weekend. Liz is a very welcoming, accomodating hostess...we couldn't get enough of her fresh-baked goodies.

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It was my husband's birthday, and we needed a get-a-way from our busy lives. This is the first weekend we've every spent away from our daughter, let alone at a B&B. We liked it so much (going away AND staying at a b&b) that I think we've just started a new hobby! We stayed in the Walnut Valley Suite, which was very luxurious and decadent-yet warm and cozy, too. We enjoyed the romance that the room inspires, nibbled on Liz's chocolate covered strawberries,sipped our chilled champagne, settled in front of the fire with our books, bathed in the whirlpool tub several times a day, took a walk to the bookstore and enjoyed the quiet. We initially came for valentine package that included a Kathy Philips Band performance and gourmet dinner, but our experience was so wonderful I think we'll come again with or without a package special! The highlight of our day, every day, was breakfast. Liz is a fabulous cook. Simply delicious. Also, the valentine special was such a DEAL! It was $55 per person and the meal was a gourmet 4 course dinner made by Liz. We were in heaven!! And we didn't have to drive to a restaurant to get there! All of this in the Whistling Swan parlor. We dined on friday night at a local French restaurant called Silver Springs Farm. Very charming and romantic, and the venison was exquisite! The service was superb. When the waitress found out it was my husband's birthday, she brought out a little dessert with a lit candle and a small gift for each of us. It was quite reasonable, even with the award-winning wine Jacqueline (the owner) recommended. It was perfect! Last of all, I just want to thank Bill and Liz for our wonderful weekend. It was nice talking with Bill. He is so nice and friendly and warm! Liz was a superb hostess. She provided anything we needed, cooked exquisite meals, and let us enjoy our time alone. We will definitely come back!

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Words cannot describe my stay at the Whistling Swan Inn. It was above and beyond my expectations. The room was gorgeous, the snacks were yummy, the hospitality incredible and the breakfast delicious! We had dinner at Windlass, and it was awesome. I could not have asked for a better weekend. I will definitely go back. I think Spring or Fall would be a wonderful time to enjoy all the scenery and activities at the nearby locations. Patty & Nate

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The room was good and the inn beautiful, but what was it with the breakfast? You could do much better at McDonald's!-change the name to Bed-No Breakfast!

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My partner and I stayed in the High Point Suite for 2 nights to celebrate my birthday. It was truly the most relaxed we've been in years. I've only stayed in a few B&Bs, so I'm still getting used to the differences between hotels and B&Bs. The High Point Suite has a quirky set up but is truly cozy and romantic. We thoroughly enjoyed the tub and the fireplace. The bed was super comfy and the ceiling in the bedroom was so beautiful to look at. The steam shower was an added plus! Since it's a bit into the off season, there were very few guests there and we got to peek into most of the other rooms. All quaint, all beautiful. We've already decided we'll be trying the Walnut Valley Suite next time! True - the old fashioned skeleton key for our room was a bit difficult to use. I think maybe the lock in the door might be a little loose. However, there is a certain charm that goes along with using a skeleton key! Breakfasts were super yummy. One morning we had some sort of caramel french toast casserole (I know that's not the right name, Liz! Sorry!) which was beyond delicious. The next morning we had a broccoli and cheese quiche. Very tasty, very cheesey! The cookie jar always had nummy chocolate chip cookies to munch on and the fridge downstairs was always stocked with soda and water. Easy access to the computer made deciding where to go for dinner a snap. We went to Barone's (truly fine food!) and Black Forest Inn (great seafood buffet). Barone's had fantastic desserts - a must "take back to the room" to eat after soaking in the huge tub! Overall, we had a very enjoyable stay at this Inn and are looking forward to going back again sometime this winter. Thanks, Liz and Bill! Terrific job on all you do to make your guests comfy and cozy.

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My husband and I spent a morning there, trying to get away from our busy life. It was one of the most relaxing times, I had ever had. Sara

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We won't be waiting 4 years to go back! :)

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It was nice to see a 1900's mansion completely restored to it's original beauty as well as some 21st century upgrades like the hot tubs, wireless internet, in room LCD TVs and ipod room radios. Also, it is very convenient to fine dining and beautiful setting.

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Whistling Swan is a magnificent place. The hospitality, the architecture...wow! I'm coming back, and you should, too!

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My husband and I were recently married at the Inn. Liz was very accomodating and did all the catering. We rented out the whole Inn and all had a wonderful time. Breakfast was delicious!

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The inn is warm and comfortable, with great hosts. Breakfast was delicious and its convenient for city folks, like us, without cars!

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Close to the bus stop, beautifully decorated, with excellent food, including complementary homemade cookie and sherry.

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WE loved our visit to Netcong, NJ and the Whistling Swan! Our room was quaint and comfortable, with all of the amenities and 'necessities' of a regular hotel- and much more besides! The decor and antiques were delightful; the innkeepers were warm, welcoming, and helpful. the home-made breakfasts every morning were absolutely delicious! We can;t wait to schedule our next visit!!

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From the rope hammock to the terry robes, from the tastefully decorated room, to the tasty chocolate covered strawberries, from the bubbly spa to the bubbly champaign! It was a very relaxing, comfortable, peaceful and memorable weekend!

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The Whistling Swan Inn is the perfect getaway. Perfectly romantic & quaint atmosphere and lots of privacy. A delicious breakfast to start your day. Gracious Innkeeper, Liz Armstrong.

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This was my first stay at a B&B and I am hooked! Liz and Alice were so friendly and accomodating. The inn is a showplace - rooms with names and a lovely Victorian garden. I especially loved the old world charm and the modern conveniences offered (the TVs have embroidered covers with noise reminders). Can't wait to book another B&B.

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A beautiful place for a weekend getaway!

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We just got back from a long weekend at The Whistling Swan Inn for our 4h wedding anniversary. The inn is beautiful and Liz and her staff could not have made us feel more welcome. Breakfast on the beautiful wrap around porch was so relaxing and her food was wonderful. My husband couldn't get over the brownies that were put out one afternoon. The location is perfect as you are in the middle of breathtaking state parks and quaint towns. I can't wait to go back.

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This B&B has all the warm friendliness and cozy comfort anyone could want. Great breakfast and a number of activities and eateries nearby.

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My wife and I do not frequent B&Bs, but we felt that this one exceeded the standards of many hotels in which we have stayed. The place is SPOTLESS, literally. Every detail is attended to by the innkeeper. It is extremely impressive to see that they noticed everything. The inn even lends out bicycles to ride in the area. In summary, we highly recommend this great place.

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Idela stop for the business traveler or honeymooner. All the comforts of home plus.

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We enjoyed a very relaxing stay at this beautiful inn. Delicious gourmet breakfast enjoyed on the wrap-around porch overlooking a Victorian garden. Warm hospitality from the innkeepers.

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We recently stayed at the Whistling Swan Inn, Stanhope. We were on a bicycle trip from High Point, NJ to Cape May and selected the inn becuase of it's location on our route. We pulled in after traveling 15 miles in torrential rain and were warmly greeted by the innkeeper! She made us feel so welcome and she accomodated us and our bicycles and wet supplies. The room was beautiful and the inn was very clean and well kept. We had all of the comforts of home and can not say enough good things about this inn. This was the first B&B that we stayed at on our 8 day trip and we didn't realize how good we had it. Thanks Liz and Bill - you're the best.

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My husband and I have been enjoying our Get-away weekends for several years now at the Whistling Swan! We love every minute of our stay, starting with the marvelous homemade breakfasts, the chocolate dipped strawberries, which are the best, the comfortable beds, whirlpool tubs or a dual head shower....every detail is well thought out. You must try the Murder Mystery Weekend and have a wonderful dinner as well as breakfast. It is truly a night to remember, being part of the play and attempting to discover who the killed "Sir Hugo." We love the B&B and Liz is a great hostess and has become a friend as she always makes us feel at home.

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I'm a seasoned and picky traveller, but this B&B exceeded every expectation. The rooms are fantastic and clean. The house is beautiful. The service is great with tremendous attention to detail; and, the breakfast cooking is nothing short of world-class. Even though the house is in the middle of town, the community is very quiet, safe and peaceful. I highly recommend this place.

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June 2008 We stayed at the WSI and had the “Tranquility Room”. The room is located on the 3rd floor, and is in a very quiet area of the house. It is small, but the antique décor was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The TV worked and the stain glass in the room was beautiful when the sun shone through. The décor of the B&B was truly breathtaking as were the other rooms. Liz, the innkeeper was not there that weekend, but Alice and John were and they went out of there way to make our stay beautiful. The hospitality, cordialness and friendliness that they showed us and other guests were truly outstanding and rewarding. After spending the weekend there, I felt as if I made some true friends for life. Breakfast. Each day was a different menu and they had plenty of coffee. Breakfast consisted of some specialty dishes, muffins, breads, English muffins, fresh fruit, juice, etc. All the food was homemade and fresh. Now they also have a cookie jar in the living room and let me tell you those cookies were great. a/k/a the “endless cookie jar”. In addition, you can have breakfast inside sitting with other guests or you can go outside and have a private breakfast for two. If you are looking for a quiet, relaxing, romantic and truly remarkable stay, please visit the Whistling Swan Inn, you will not be disappointed. In fact, we plan to go back in September.

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We have stayed at this inn at least a dozen times in the last several years. Liz provides the best service and hospitality! The rooms are immaculate and the homemade breakfast is delicious. We have found the inn to be our home away from home, when we have visited throughout the four seasons. A truly romantic getaway!

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I've been a frequent visitor to upstate New Jersey and stayed in most of the chain hotels in the area. Thanks to bedandbreakfast.com, I found this gem of a place. Liz is an outstanding hostess and makes every effort to create a warm, welcoming, and pleasant inn. What a nice change of pace to have comfortable beds in rooms that are tastefully appointed with period antiques! After a long drive, it's nice to check in to the Whistling Swan, relax with a nice glass of sherry in the Victorian lounge, and feel "at home". Breakfasts are well prepared with offerings of herbed scrambled eggs or homemade buttermilk pancakes, breakfast meats, homebaked muffins and breads, fresh fruit, and pleasant conversations with other guests. While I've only had the chance to visit during the fall and winter seasons, the outside grounds look beautifully landscaped. I plan on returning again in the spring to see how the property looks in full bloom. In the meantime, do yourself a favor and book a weekend at the Whistling Swan Inn; she's as stately and serene as her name sounds.

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