Bethaven Inn

Stayed here May 2012. The Bethaven Inn is located in a quiet neighbourhood where the streets are made of bricks and the surrounding homes have similar residential aspects. The inn is within walking distance to Allegheny College but the walk to town or to any sort of commercial establishment might be a bit too far for some. The inn boasts stunning mature gardens, full of rhododendrons, and were in full bloom while we were there. The sight of this was breathtaking. Kathy & Gary are gracious hosts and occupy the lowest level of the home. The main level has a spacious dining room, a sun room with a commanding view of the beautiful gardens and a large inviting living room where guests are encouraged to loiter. Complimentary glasses of wine were served each night by the fireplace. The second floor has 4 bedrooms, each with a king or queen bed and they share one 3-piece bathroom on that level. The third floor has one room with 2 twin beds and one room with a double bed and they each share a very small bathroom with a bath/shower that has a sloped ceiling that may not be well-suited for taller people. Each of these rooms have air conditioning, a small TV and a small sitting area. Breakfast was absolutely delicious and served in the sunroom. The first morning breakfast was a bananas & granola appetizer followed by french toast croissants and turkey sausage. The second morning the breakfast was grilled pineapple, turkey sausage and stuffed french toast. Gary & Kathy are keen to socialize, offer help on local activities and directions and offer a huge selection of brochures on the area.

I had to visit the local college on business and Gary and Kathy who run the Bethaven Inn made me feel very welcome. Excellent atmosphere and quiet setting!

My husband and I were in town for an interview. The Yaegers were so friendly and welcoming. They recommended a great restaurant for dinner the first evening. For breakfast the next morning, they had prepared a lovely breakfast of broiled pineapple and french toast. Kathy spent time talking with us and telling us about the town. The room was comfortable and inviting. We appreciated the access to the wireless Internet as well as the cute touches of holiday soaps in the bathroom. We had a wonderful time at the Bethaven Inn and would recommend it to any visitors to town.

Each room was thoughtfully and tastefully put together and bound with homespun congeniality of the hosts. I need tips on how to make my own home feel this homey!

Was such a wonderful time! Clean, beautiful, & romantic. A nice weekend getaway from stressful work, etc.

Delightfull innkeepers. Lovely accomodations. Beautiful setting.

During the summer of 2005 My Wife Brenda and I were married at this wonderful place....The rooms were beautiful...food was perfect..they helped us with people for a tent..cake..everything...we traveled from York PA with 40 family members and to this day everyone talks about Bethaven Inn...We are heading back up this labor day with friends with our Harleys like we did last year at Memorial Day...Love you guys...Bill Vervaeke

We stayed three nights at Bethaven and enjoyed a wonderful stay. The accommodations were very comfortable and the breakfasts were delicious. When we return to the area we will be happy to stay there again.

The Innkeepers, Gary and Kathy Yaeger, are lovely and hospitable people. Kathy has added many warm and creative touches to the house, making it very homey. It's very clean, the bedrooms well-appointed and very comfortable. I usually don't eat there but the breakfasts I've had have been very enjoyable. I've stayed there three or four times over the past two years and feel as though I've found a home away from home while my son is in college in Meadville.

Staying with Gary and Kathy is getting to be an annual affair and we wouldn't dream of staying elsewhere. Sometimes I think Gary doesn't ever sleep! Next time up I'm going to play the piano....and maybe I should try a Christmas visit just for caroling. Love the flowers....love the food.....love the innkeepers.

Our experience was perfect! The food was wonderful, and the hospitality was beyond our expectations. We will definitely stay again as it really felt like home. Thank you- Your guests from North Carolina.

The innkeepers really take fantastic care of you! There when you need them, but never in the way. I often thought staying in someone's home would make me feel in the way....definitely not the case here. Beautiful home and the hospitality is unparalleled!

Visit was February 18 through 20, 2011 We spent a long weekend at the Bethaven Inn while visiting my son (who already had a house full of guests). Gary greeted us with his ever-present smile, and gave a quick tour of the inn, ending with the room we would be occupying. My husband and I stayed in the Belden Room, sharing a connecting bath with our daughters in the Spence Room. Both rooms were beautifully and charmingly decorated, with minute attention to detail. As the visit took place in the middle of February, the temperature was quite chilly. No worries, though, as there were fleece sheets on the beds, which were also equipped with electric heated mattress pads. There were abundant towels in the room, water glasses on the bedside tables, and scented bodywash and green tea facial cloths in the bath. Breakfast was served in the solarium, which was surprisingly cozy, considering the strong, cold wind blowing against the floor to ceiling windows. And what a breakfast! Broiled grapefruit one day, fresh, broiled pineapple another; croissant french toast or apple pancakes; turkey sausage or maple bacon. All were carefully prepared and delicious, and accompanied by an endless pot of coffee. A wide variety of tea blends was also readily available. Though we spent most of our time away from the inn, a wide selection of books, CDs and DVDs were available, and the local newspaper was on hand in the solarium. Gary and Kathy were both extremely friendly, out-going, and so very concerned that our stay be perfect. While they regretfully turned down my request that they adopt me, I will certainly be returning for more of the Bethaven Inn welcome.

This place is awesome! The owners are exceptionally friendly, the food is delicious, the bedroom I stayed in was extremely comfortable (the beds have electric blankets, something i'd never heard of) and the atmosphere is great! There's a pineapple theme in a lot of the houses furnishings that makes the inside feel extra warm and comfy when it's dead cold outside. The owners were even kind enough to offer me a ride in from town when I wasn't able to get a Taxi. If I ever need a place to stay in Meadville again the Bethaven Inn will definitely be my 1st choice. I'd recommend it to anyone!

We had never stayed in a B&B before and are very happy this was the first. Aside from sharing a bathroom with three other rooms (and it all worked out somehow!) the stay was superb. The bed was so comfortable, the electric blanket and microfiber sheets were just the icing on the cake. The house is spotless and filled with family memorabilia. Our hosts could not have been better - nice, personable and made the stay very homey. The house is just beautiful. We plan to return to the area this summer and will stay nowhere but here!!!!

Gary and Kathy are incredibly warm and hospitable innkeepers. I love staying with them when I am in the Meadville area, and would prefer to stay nowhere else! If you are visiting Allegheny College, the Inn is located within walking distance of the campus on a pretty and quiet street. I would highly recommend this very inviting, beautiful, peaceful and, above all, friendly bed and breakfast.

My experience at Bethaven Inn was excellent. It exceeded my expectations. Kathy and Gary were so accommodating and friendly. The upper level rooms with the sitting room in between were perfect for our group. Breakfast was delicious everyday! This bead and breakfast made my special weekend even better!

I was in town for business and the folks working with us booked rooms for us here. As soon as I entered I immediately felt like I was on vacation. The house is beautiful and the rooms are comforting - it was so much better than staying in a hotel. Since we didn't pay for our room and I don't know the cost I'm assuming it is within the range of a hotel at the most, which in that case is an outstanding value. Coffee and tea were ready bright and early. Kathy and Gary were welcoming and made it the nicest work trip I've ever taken. I would highly recommend staying at Bethaven Inn for work or as a great vacation stop!! Katy

I had the pleasure of staying at Bethaven Inn for 2 weeks. Now I have 2 new friends in Kathy and Gary! They couldn't have made my stay more pleasant and personal. And that Kathy is becoming quite the barista. ;). All kinds of thumbs up for this B&B.

The Bethaven Inn is a wonderful B&B hidden away in a quiet neighborhood just 2 blocks from Allegheny College. Gary and Kathy are wonderful hosts that treat us like old friends. The breakfast is fabulous- I guarantee you will like it! We plan on staying with Kathy and Gary every time we visit our daughter at Allegheny - GO GATORS!

We had a wonderful stay at Gary and Kathy's B&B. Their hospitality made us feel at home.

We came to Meadville on business originally, but by the end of our stay, we were calling it a vacation. Bethaven is a truly exceptional B&B!

I stayed here on my interview for Allegheny College, and the experience got me hooked on B&Bs! The attention to detail was amazing: they even had a heated mattress pad, which was great for the cold night after my interview.

we loved the stay at Bethaven Inn. Beautiful decor, friendly owners, comfortable and cozy. The food was delicious; I stayed for several days and ate mostly hearty breakfasts, e.g., french toast, or crepes. We could have done with a simple egg and toast for a day or two. nonetheless the stay was wonderful and I highly recommend this B&B.

Gary and Kathy run a wonderful Bed and Breakfast. I had a wonderful stay and really enjoyed the breakfasts every morning. I felt like we had been cooked a meal worthy of Martha Stewart. Gary and Kathy were very pleasant and great to talk to. My room was clean and cozy. Definitely recommended!

great stay

The home is beautiful, clean, and in a lovely part of town. It is an ideal place to stay while visiting Allegheny college students. I felt as if I barely saw the owners - they both work- but the meals were delicious!

Kathy and Gary Yaeger the hosts of Bethaven Inn Bed and Breakfast made us feel at home from the moment we booked our stay right through until we left their lovely home. Any questions we had or assistance we needed were met above and beyond our expectations. I am recommending the B & B to anyone who would enjoy a relaxing stay in their home. Meadville is a college town with friendly people, outdoor amenities, and interesting places to eat. Come and enjoy yourself! The cost of staying here is the same as staying at a Days Inn. There is no comparison. Bethaven Inn will always be my choice rather than a motel or hotel in this area near Meadville, PA.