Inn Details
As the only B&B in the Carlisle Downtown Historic District, we invite you to leave your car in our off-street parking and walk to the Carlisle Fairgrounds, Dickinson College and Law School, the Cumberland County Historical Society, the Carlisle Regional Performing Arts Center and some of the best restaurants, shops and antiques in South Central Pennsylvania. The Carlisle House offers the very best in amenities, in the elegance of a home in its present form since 1826. In-room telephones with free domestic local and long-distance calling, broadband Internet both wired and wireless, fine English teas and an international-themed quiche breakfast are all inclusive of the nightly rate. Business guests will appreciate the high-speed Internet, fax and copying facilities.
***Voted “Best of Carlisle Area” 2004, 2005, 2006 2007 2008 & 2009*** in the Bed and Breakfast category, The Carlisle House has been featured in The Sentinel, The Washington Post, and in Pittsburgh’s Mt. Lebanon magazine.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Carlisle Downtown Historic District
- Nearest major city: Harrisburg, PA (20 miles East)
- Directions to property:
From I-81 take Carlisle Exit 47 (US Route 34) for northbound Hanover Street. Follow South Hanover Street in toward the center of Carlisle just past the third traffic light. The Carlisle House at 148 South Hanover will be on your left.
From I-76 (the PA Turnpike), take the Carlisle Exit 226 and follow signs to Carlisle by taking US Route 11 southbound. It is about 3 miles to the square in Carlisle and we are 1 3/4 blocks past the square on the right at 148 S HANOVER ST. - Nearest major airport: Harrisburg, PA (MDT) 30 miles
- Directions from airport:
Start out going East on AIRPORT DR Turn RIGHT onto ramp. Merge onto AIRPORT CONNECTOR. Stay straight to go onto PA-283 W. Merge onto I-283 S toward I-76/PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE. Merge onto I-76 W/PA TURNPIKE toward PITTSBURGH (Portions toll) Take the Carlisle Exit 226 and follow signs to Carlisle by taking US Route 11 southbound. It is about 3 miles to the square in Carlisle and we are 1 3/4 blocks past the square on the right at 148 S HANOVER ST.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars) All occupancy rates are subject to change - State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms & Suites
- There are 10 guest accommodations (10 with private baths)
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 109.00 and $ 249.00
- The rate for each additional person is between $ 25.00 and $ 35.00
- Other Accommodations: Lofts
Loft area with three twin beds may also be reserved in conjunction with the Hydrangea Room.
Amenities | In Room | | | Air conditioning | Alarm clock | | Amenities Basket | Bath robes | | CD player | Coffee/Tea facilities | | DVD Player | Data port | | Desk | Fridge | | Hairdryer | Hot tub/whirlpool tub | | Internet Service | Radio | | Satellite/Cable TV | Telephone | | Turndown Service | |  | | On Site | | | Board games | Copier | | Fax Machine | Library | | Private entrance | Videos | | | Other Amenitites | | | 24-hr kitchen access | Brick Patio | | Fresh Fruit | |
Meals - A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 7.30 to 9.30
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
- Additional food services included in room rate: Continental Breakfast, available for early departures, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
- Special meals available: Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Quiche created with an international flair.
Our selection features favorites such as the English variety with smoked ham, leeks and sharp cheddar, Greek with spinach, feta and nutmeg and Scandinavian with smoked salmon, Jarlsburg and dill.
Policies - Minimum stay required (Special event weekends require a 2-3 night minimum stay.)
- Smoking is allowed outside only (Smoking on patio and second floor verandah)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets (We can assist in finding pet boarding.)
- Limitations on children staying (We welcome young adults over the age of 10.)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (We provide ice, ice buckets, refrigeration, and glasses.)
- Check in time is 4pm to 7pm and Check out time is 11am
- Cancellations:
If you find the need to cancel your reservation we will make every attempt to rebook your room, however, please note the following:
*** For Special Event Dates (Dickinson Graduation, Homecoming Weekend and the Corvette Show) if the cancellation is fewer than 30 days prior to your arrival date, and if the canceled room cannot be rebooked, you will be charged your full reservation amount. In the event that the room can be rebooked, only a $25 per night cancellation fee will be charged
*** For Prime Season Weekends (April 1 to November 15) and Holidays, other than Special Event Dates, if a cancellation is made fewer than 15 days prior to your arrival date, and if the canceled room cannot be rebooked, you will be charged your full reservation amount. In the event that the room can be rebooked, only a $25 per night cancellation fee will be charged.
*** For Prime Season Weekdays (April 1 to November 15), if a cancellation is made fewer than 7 days prior to your arrival date, and if the canceled room cannot be rebooked, you will be charged your full reservation amount. In the event that the room can be rebooked, only a $25 per night cancellation fee will be charged.
*** For any other reservation, if a cancellation is made fewer than 3 days prior to your arrival date, or if you are a "NO SHOW," you will be responsible for the entire amount of the reservation, as the room was held specifically for you. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Cumberland County Historical Society
- Downtown Carlisle Association
- Historic Carlisle Inc.
- Professional Association of Innkeepers International
- Chamber of Commerce
Innkeepers - Innkeeper(s): Mary & Alan Duxbury
When they're not indulging their love of cooking, Mary is researching the history of our early 19th Century house while Alan continually strives to upgrade the technical side of the B&B. - The innkeepers speak: English
Area Attractions Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, National Car Shows - Cars at Carlisle, Army Heritage Museum, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Winery Onsite or Nearby Activities Billiards, Bird watching, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Hunting, Shopping, Sight-seeing Carlisle Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
Contact Information
 
Carlisle House148 South Hanover Street Carlisle, PA 17013 USA
| Phone: | +1-717-249-0350 | | Fax: | +1-717-249-0458 |
Innkeeper(s)
Mary & Alan Duxbury
Rates:
$109 - $249
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