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The Columbian Bed & Breakfast

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  • Inn Details

    Built in 1897, The Columbian, a brick Colonial Revival mansion featuring an ornate stained glass window, magnificent tiered staircase, and unique wraparound porches, offers five large antique-filled guest rooms in a Victorian or Country Style. Located eight miles from Lancaster and York, The Columbian is centrally located minutes from local attractions in the small, historic rivertown of Columbia. Come relax and unwind with Innkeeper, Karen Umlauf, in her lovely Victorian home.

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • voted "Most Affordable Luxury" by B&B Journal

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Family Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Microwave

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fax Machine

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Honeymoon/Anniversay packages annual

    • Massage offered on premises

    • Corporate specials

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  • Hot Deal: Mid week Special

    • 2/8/2012 - 2/15/2012
    • Regular rate:$350
    • Savings:25%
    • Discount rate:$262.50

    Come and relax on our porches, enjoy a glass of lemonade on our patio. Listen to the water trickle in our stream in our Garden Railroad. Wander through our garden. Let the world go by and imagine what it would have been like to live a century ago. - 2 nights at the Columbian. - Awake to a full Breakfast each morning. - Receive a coupon for Local Restaurant. - Receive a coupon for admission to the National Watch and Clock Museum. - $312 value for the low cost of just $234.00 plus tax. You save 25% !!! Good for any Sunday through Thursday night stay.

    Bucher Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $140/$140

    The Bucher Suite is two rooms with a private bath. The room is nicley furnished with antique furniture; sitting area located on the 2nd floor. It also has a balcony overlooking our garden and pond. Privacy and the fireplace make this room a favorite of guests.

    Ladies Parlor

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $120/$120

    The Ladies Parlor is located on the 1st floor with a walnut queen bed and original fireplace that has been converted to gas for convenience. The bath has a shower/tub with modern amenities. The antiques in this room have a victorian flare.

    Yost

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $105/$105

    The Yost room has an Antique oak queen bed. The window seat allows viewing from the 2nd floor window of the gardenand pond below. The private bath has a shower.Very bright

    Bishop

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $120/$120

    The Bishop room is Victorian with walnut accent. The bath for this large room features oak wainscoating topped by a chestnut rail and a huge built-in medicine cabinet, along with a pedestal sink and shower. The gas log fireplace will finish warming your heart in this room.

    Moore

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $115/$115

    The Moore room is English Country in style with white wrought iron q bed. The bed is partnered with a twin daybed to make this room versatile. Its bath offers a shower.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4:00 - 9:00pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Deposit amount required: One night stay

    • Cancellations: one week

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Last minute
      Percent off: 13%

    • Length of Stay
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 4

    • Mid week
      Percent off: 10%

    • NAWCC members
      Percent off: 10%

    • Seniors
      Percent off: 10%

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Dessert

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Wine/Cheese Plate

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Vegetarian

    • Diet

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  • Location Type

    • Small town

    City

    • Lancaster

    • Distance to city: 8 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Rt 30 West from Lancaster to Columbia exit (RT 441) take 441 South into Columbia make left at second light(Chestnut St), 5th Building on Right

    Airport

    • Harrisburg, PA (MDT)

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Bank Museum

    • Wright's Ferry Mansion

    • Nat'l Clock and Watch Museum

    • John Wright's Factory Warehouse

    • Wineries

    • Susquehanna Glass Factory Store

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Annual Art

    • Craft

    • Bridge Bust (1st wknd Oct.)

    • wineries close by

    • Antique show (last wknd of June)

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

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    Great Thanksgiving Stay

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    This was our second time staying at the Columbian Inn and once again we had a great time. Karen is a great B&B hostess and makes marvelous breakfasts. We are both vegetarians and that did not hinder her creativity. We plan to stay at the Inn again when we visit family in the area. Joan and Laird Lorenz

    Great Event at the Columbian Inn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    To celebrate my mother's 70th birthday, we recently held a special dinner at the Columbian Bed & Breakfast in Lancaster County, PA. Innkeeper Karen Umlauf did a wonderful job for us! She thought of everything - the varied menu, the fancy cake, the flower centerpieces and more. My family loved the intimate setting, the personal service and the delicious food. Family members also spent the night at Karen's B&B and raved about the beautiful rooms and apple pancakes Karen made for them the next morning. Karen helped us create a fantastic event that everyone - especially my mom - will long remember. I would highly recommend The Columbian Bed & Breakfast in Lancaster, PA for a special event or a weekend getaway.

    A wonderful B+B experience!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Everything about our 2 night stay was exceptional. Beautiful older home and room, lovely and serene garden area, great location, and the best part was the amazing breakfast each day. This was our first B+B stay in the U.S. and it set a standard that will be hard to match. Vicki & Dan New Jersey

    The Excellent Columbian Inn

    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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    The Inn feels like home away from home with many additional comforts and elegance. This was our 5th stay at the Inn and each time there are additional nicities. The rooms are so beautifully appointed, the breakfasts are delicious, etc. But, most of all the innkeeper Karen makes you feel so welcome and at ease.

    Wonderful experience....what a B&B should be

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We recently had the pleasure staying at the Columbian Inn. It was perfect. Karen was extremely nice and the breakfast was superb (especially the fresh baked bread). Our room was perfect from the linens to stove which warmed it on a cold night. The value can't be beat and there are a plethora of things to do in the area. Definitely head up to Chickie's Rock for an amazing view.

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