Brickhouse Inn
Gettysburg's premier award-winning B&B Inn, in the downtown historic district. Enjoy the comforts of today's living in a style reminiscent of the turn of the century. Throughout the 1898 brick mansion and the adjacent c.1830 historic... more
Here is what guests had to say...
| "The Nicest One I've Stayed In"
|
10/20/2009 |
|
| Overall |
 |
| Rooms |
 |
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
My family and I, 6 of us total, stayed at the Brickhouse Inn October 15-18. Between the 3 couples, we rented 3 rooms for our 4 day 3 night trip to Gettysburg. My boyfriend and I have visited Gettysburg many times and have stayed at different B&B's each time. This was our first stay at the Brickhouse Inn and it will definitely not be our last. Brian and Tess were two of the nicest Inn Keepers we've met. The food was delicious each morning. Two people in our group were creatures of habit and don't like to try new foods. Unlike other B&B's we've stayed at, that won't stray from the already planned breakfast, Brian and Tess were more than happy to accommodate our two picky eaters and made regular pan cakes for them each morning. The first morning, after eating some bacon and loving it, we asked if there were any left overs and Tess threw some more in the oven for us. The next two mornings we didn't even have to ask. She always made extra bacon for us and we loved it. On Saturday, we had two local friends joining us for the day. I asked Brian if it would be a problem if they joined us for breakfast that morning and without hesitation I was told it was no problem. The rooms were very charming, clean and full of character. The entire house was so cozy and had such a warm feeling about it. We all hated to leave. My boyfriend and I are returning in July and cannot wait. Of the 6 B&B's we've stayed at, this is the only one we will be returning to for another stay. We were that impressed with the entire experience we had over the weekend. I would highly recommend the Brickhouse Inn. View Reviewer Info
|
|
| "Leisure and Learning"
|
7/4/2009 |
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
Our visit to the Brickhouse Inn was a truly wonderful experience! Our innkeepers, Tess and Brian, immediately made us feel right at home; they are an amazing font of information, not only on Gettysburg, but also international travel and culture. We could have chatted for hours over a glass of wine on the back patio. There, we were surrounded by the loveliest gardens and a babbling waterfall pool, which gently cascaded down the yard! Our Alabama room in the Welty House was so comfortable and immaculate and beautifully decorated with period antiques; we slept so well, it amazed even me!
The inn was in a perfect location to walk in both directions – to the battlefields and to the square, to the bookstore and interesting little shops across the street and most of the restaurants in the area. Our Battlefield tour with John Weixel was so animated and informative and just a marvelous experience. We also enjoyed the Ghost tour with Miss Betty and came out of it with many “orbs” in our photographs – spooky! We even splurged with a Massage by Ruth – such pampering! It was also so nice to chat with the other guests; they were such a wonderful and interesting group.
We were sad to have to leave, but the quote, “Today we make tomorrow’s memories….” is certainly appropriate. The Brickhouse Inn will always be a part of our special memories and we plan to return one day for more adventures and relaxation – and good company!
View Reviewer Info
|
|
|
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
| "Best B&B experience we've had"
|
4/16/2009 |
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Overall |
 |
| Rooms |
 |
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
Having read so many glowing reviews here, we had high expectations for our trip to the Brickhouse Inn in Gettysburg. While there was nothing terrible about our experience, we just did not find it to be as personable or intimate as we'd expected.
Firstly the Inn is very large, 14 rooms, and as a couple we felt a bit lost in the shuffle. There are specific times for breakfast which we didn't like having to choose the day before, it would have been nice to have a range of times so you could sleep in a bit if you wanted in the morning. Also, the breakfast area is very tiny to serve so many people. We felt rushed and cramped, enough so that we skipped breakfast the second morning.
The staff here is very pleasant but they are just that, staff. You don't get the feeling like you are staying in a home like you do with most b&b's. The owners were not present during our stay. Again, not terrible but not what we were expecting. Melanie was a gracious hostess, but she had a lot to handle with so many guests.
The location is good if you want to be right in the middle of the downtown, the traffic was a bit noisy at night but didn't stop us from sleeping. The rooms were small but comfortable and everything was exceptionally clean. The parking situation left a lot to be desired, the lot is small and at the top of a hill, there are a lot of steps to negotiate. Not a huge deal for us, but I imagine it would preclude older folks from staying here. There was no type of concierge or bell person to assist with bags. While you can walk to several restaurants from the Inn, the battlefield does require a car to see all of it, so you have to worry about parking every time you return.
Overall we felt a bit let down by our experience here. If you are comfortable with a more anonymous, less personal b&b stay then you will be fine here. Gettysburg has a lot of choices, and next time we will be finding a more intimate b&b to suit our preferences. View Reviewer Info
|
|
| "Outstanding Vacation B&B"
|
12/9/2008 |
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
We stayed at the Brickhouse Inn the last week of September 2008 (am a bit late writing the review) and we could not have asked for a more perfect vacation - - due largely to our stay at this phenominal B&B.
The stately home and adjoining Welty House (where our room was located) stood just a short walk from the quaint downtown area and all the fun places to shop and eat. Given our perfect weather, we were happily walking the town each day and literally, our car didn't have to move from arrival to departure.
Being an older, married couple, we enjoyed the quiet charm of the neighborhood and the lovely gardens surrounding the residence.
We had never stayed in a B&B and were a bit nervous, especially since we are smokers and you definitely would never ever smoke in this amazing home. But the comfort and welcome given to us by our hosts, Brian and Tess, put all of our fears to rest. The beautiful back patio which was just a step out of our door from the Alabama Room, was comfortable and inviting. When we wanted to smoke, this was the place to step to and it was perfect for us.
Our Ghost Walk and DC Tour were pre-arranged by our lovely hosts and all that was left for us to do was unpack and enjoy every moment.
From our Alabama room to the parlor to the gardens to the diningroom, we floated through that "other worldliness" that was the Civil War era. For a trip to Gettysburg, there was just no other way to go in our eyes.
We were so sad to leave and vowed that we would return - and often - if possible. Don't miss a chance to have this experience. We guarantee you'll want to go back to the Brickhouse Inn.
View Reviewer Info
|
|
| "Brickhouse Inn"
|
10/30/2008 |
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
 |
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
| "Brickhouse Inn"
|
10/13/2008 |
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
| "B&B Perfection at Gettsburg, PA"
|
6/10/2008 |
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
What a truly amazing Bed & Breakfast! We have gone to many over the years, from California to the NY Islands, but this was honestly one of the best ever!!!
All of my special requests, celebrating my wife's doctorate degree, were met with outstanding service. The Lemon-Lemon cupcakes were a top-notch delight and were certainly a grand surprise to my beautiful wife.
We loved meeting Brian at the back of the home with his arms elbow-deep in topsoil preparing the garden for the summer. What a lovely gentleman he is! Not only did he spend the time to give us a tour of his lovely house, but gave us some history of the area and dining and event recommendations. His choice for Ghost Tour WAS the BEST!!!
And our reccommended tour guide, Mr. George Nelson, was a true delight. He had such knowledge and passion for the history at Gettysburg that there is no better way to see the Battlefield in our opinion.
The rooms of the Brickhouse Inn gave you a true feeling of living in the days of yesteryear with all of the creature comforts of modern day. Our balcony from the North Carolina Suite was outstanding and it became a morning ritual to sway in the rocking chairs while watching the cardinals swoop through the back gardens.
The breakfasts were worthy of the top cooking shows on the food network! Any special request was met and all glasses were kept full with the utmost of service. Simply a delicious way to start the day!
The in-laws were also very pleased with the entire stay at the Brickhouse Inn. Having never planned trips ahead of time, they were so thankful that their amazing son-in-law :) took care of everything...especially getting them the New England Suite right down the hall which they adored.
All in all, we will most certainly be back again, hopefully this autumn.
Cheers to Brian and Tessa for creating an amazing destination for travellers to remember and treasure as a place they can call a second home. View Reviewer Info
|
|
|
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
| "Brickhouse Inn"
|
5/11/2008 |
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
| "What a Memorable Experience!"
|
5/8/2008 |
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
We were very pleasantly surprised to find that the Brickhouse Inn exceeded our expectations. Our rooms were lovely and perfectly clean…the beds very comfortable, and the grounds beautiful. We very much enjoyed your staff and the delicious breakfasts we were served. We, of course, enjoyed meeting and talking to the two of you, as well…wish we’d had more time to exchange stories! All in all, the service was excellent, the people delightful, the food delicious, and the accommodations perfect for our needs. Thank you very much. If there was any downside at all, it was the street noise once or twice in the front room…and with my arthritis, I had a bit of a problem with the stairs to and from the parking lot…however, I walked up and down through the grass and past the fish pond which turned out to be much easier! Neither of these problems spoiled our visit in any way… George Newton was most knowledgeable about the battlefields, and we took advantage of the new visitors’ center…plus we toured the Eisenhower Farm. Our dinners at the Dobbin House and the Cashtown Inn were enjoyable and the history at the Cashtown Inn was very interesting. I speak for my whole group when I thank you for your hospitality and for making our time in Gettysburg so memorable.
View Reviewer Info
|
|
| Innkeeper Response |
Hi,
Thanks very much for posting your review of the Brickhouse Inn. We really appreciate that you took the time and trouble to do this. It will help us a lot by encouraging guests to stay with us.
We're glad you enjoyed your stay, and hope that you'll come here again one day.
Best wishes,
Brian
|
| - Brian Duncan (innkeeper) |
|
| "One Night Stay"
|
9/13/2007 |
|
| Overall |
|
| Rooms |
|
| Service |
|
| Value |
|
| Cleanliness |
|
| Dining |
|
|
|
|
| "A great place to stay in Gettysburg!"
|
5/30/2007 |
|
|
| |