Vandiver Inn


  • The Vandiver Inn, a "comfortably elegant" inn in the waterfront community of Havre de Grace, MD, combines the style of a downtown boutique hotel with the charm and personal touch of a country inn.

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    Located just blocks from the Chesapeake Bay in historic Havre de Grace, Maryland, the Vandiver Inn is a beautifully restored 1886 Victorian mansion surrounded by historic homes, museums, golf, shopping, antique stores, marinas and water-oriented activities. Vandiver is the perfect place for ROMANTIC GETAWAYS, weddings, corporate retreat, office parties, special events and dinner parties. The Vandiver Mansion has nine exquisitely appointed rooms, some with fireplaces and private porches and all designed to reward and pamper guests. ALL ROOMS offer private IN-ROOM baths, cable TV, free wireless internet and many other amenities. All rooms are air-conditioned. Fireplace & Jacuzzi suites are available.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Shark Hunting, Wine Tasting, Sky Diving, as well as an integral part of many covert anti-terrorism operations.

    The innkeepers speak:

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    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Corporate Retreats and Meetings

    • Reunions

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • CD player

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • Ceiling fans

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Whirlpool tubs and fireplaces some rooms only

    • All rooms feature King or Queen beds

    • All rooms with private baths

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  • Nightly Rate

    $125 - $159

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Cancellations: Must receive cancellation at least 10 prior to first day of stay to avoid full room charges. In certain situations and emergencies, we may issue a limited-use gift certificate for the value of the canceled/unused rooms.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Wine, beer and liquor can be purchased in the evenings

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Babies OK as long as they can sleep through the night.

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • AAA
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

    • AARP
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

    • Midweek - check website www.vandiverinn.com
      Percent off: 40% Days required: 0

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7-9 Weekdays, 8-10 Weekends

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

  • Location Type

    • Aberdeen Proving Grounds APG

    • Chesapeake Bay

    • Havre de Grace

    • Near Brandywine Valley (PA)

    • Susquehanna River

    • Countryside

    • Small town


    City

    • Baltimore

    • Distance to city: 35 miles

    • Directions to property:
      FROM I-95 Exit 89 (Havre de Grace, MD): Coming from the north, turn left at end of exit. Coming from the south, bear right at end of exit. Follow signs for Havre de Grace. You’ll be on Rt 155. Stay to the left on 155. 155 will split off w/US-40, but stay STRAIGHT. Eventually the road you’re on will force you to make a hard right onto JUNIATA. Proceed a few blocks and turn LEFT at the light onto OTSEGO. Go a few blocks and Otsego will force you to make a hard right onto UNION. Vandiver is 7-8 blocks on your left at the corner of UNION and FOUNTAIN. FROM US-40, from the South: Pass thru Aberdeen and Rt 22, and continue to Havre de Grace. After you cross Oakington Rd, bear right onto “OLD POST RD” (look for signs to “Historic Havre de Grace Downtown and Marina”. Old Post Rd will become Revolution. Turn LEFT onto UNION Ave. Vandiver is two blocks on your right. FROM US-40, from the North: Cross the Susquehanna River (Hatem Bridge). Get in the left hand lane and turn LEFT at the light onto OTSEGO. Go a few blocks and Otsego will force you to make a hard right onto UNION. Vandiver is 7-8 blocks on your left at the corner of UNION and FOUNTAIN.


    Airport

    • Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington) 30 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From BWI: 1. You will see a sign reading "TERMINAL to TICKETING/CHECK-IN/DAILY PARKING" 2. Go Southeast on Friendship Rd for 0.11 miles to Airport Exit - 0.1 miles 3. You will see a sign reading "I-195 W to AIRPORT EXIT/SATELLITE PARKING" 4. Turn right onto Airport Exit and go West for 0.26 miles to I-195 W - 0.3 miles 5. Continue onto I-195 W and go Northwest for 1.0 miles to MD-295 N (Baltimore Washington Pkwy) - 1 miles 6. You will see a sign reading "EXIT 2A to MD-295/I-695/BALTIMORE WASHINGTON PKWY NORTH/BALTIMORE", Enter on ramp to MD-295 N (Baltimore Washington Pkwy) and merge with caution - 0.7 miles 7. Continue on MD-295 N (Baltimore Washington Pkwy) and go Northeast for 3.0 miles to I-895 N (Harbor Tunnel Thwy) - 3 miles 8. You will see a sign reading "I-895 to HARBOR TUNNEL THRWY", Bear right on ramp to I-895 N (Harbor Tunnel Thwy) and merge with caution - 0.2 miles 9. Continue on I-895 N (Harbor Tunnel Thwy) (toll required for some segments) and go East for 10.2 miles to I-95 N (John F Kennedy Memorial Hwy) 10.2 miles 10. You will see a sign reading "I-95 N to NEW YORK - Continue onto I-95 N (John F Kennedy Memorial Hwy) and go Northeast for apx. 25 miles to Exit 89


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Chesapeake Bay and the Susquehannah River

    • Boating, Kayaking & other water activities

    • Near the Brandywine River Valley (PA)

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycles

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Water sports

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    Thank You!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    We stayed at The Vandiver Inn the night of 10 November 2010 and found a world of happiness, grace and kindness. We stayed in a beautifully restored room with an operating fireplace and absolute comfort. John Muldoon proves a few gratis rooms to veterans on the eve of Veterans Day. I was born in Darlington where my grandfather operated Swift's Store in the heart of town. I haven't felt quite as at home in ages. We were provided with a lovely breakfast, John's sincere kindness and good company. We were directed to Price's Seafood Restaurant where we had dinner on the tenth, lunch on the eleventh and proceeded to go antiquing like mad. THIS is MY Maryland. These are MY kind of incredible people! We will be back and with friends. I tend to look at folks, businesses from my little 3-P process; Pleasant, Patient and Professional. The Vandiver Inn FAR exceeds any expectation or wish. Thank You doesn't begin to cover our appreciation and gratitude. John and Susan, THANK YOU! God Bless you and be well until we see you again. Barbara and "Doc" Jeff Lippincott


    Where friends meet!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    A friend from the North met a friend from the South and had a wonderful time. John's breakfast is the ultimate!!


    Vandiver is a must in Harve de Grace!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    My fiance and I stayed at Vindiver's last night passing through and absolutely would recommend. The innkeeper was really nice and the rate is better than can be expected (with AAA was $113!). The rooms were decorated very cute and clean, and the breakfast was really good! The best french toast I've had in a long time. The inn is walking distance to a lot of cute shops and restaurants.... if you're in Harve de Grace, definately stay here!


    Excellent get away

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business


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    I have stayed at the inn several times on business. The hosts could not be more accomodating.The location convenient for business or a few day get away. Great value!


    A hidden treasure

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    We hosted our wedding reception at the Vandiver in April, 2007 and were blown away by the attentive staff, amazing food and overall delightful experience. John & Susan Muldoon treat their guests like good friends and go above and beyond to ensure comfort. Our guests included elderly grandparents, very young children and our best friends in their mid-twenties, and the staff and location accomodated them all. Our guests are still raving about the food and the service we received. The Inn is located in the heart of town, and is within walking distance to most points of interest (one of the reasons we booked there to begin with). Take advantage of their monthly Jazz & Wine dinners - my new husband and I will definitely be back for these to relive our perfect weekend.


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