Riverest Bed & Breakfast
Comfortable 1800's Victorian home with large wrap-around porch, overlooking the Laurel Hill Creek. Built by Carol's great, great grandfather, RiveRest has been described by guests as a visit to Grandma's house. The interior features paintings of local scenes created by Dave's father and family heirlooms such as Grandma Enos' treadle sewing machine. Local attractions include biking or hiking the Allegheny Highlands Trail, rafting or kayaking on the Youghiogheny River, boating on the Youghiogheny Lake, visiting Fallingwater, Kenntuck Knob, Nemacolin Woodlands, Fort Necessity or any of the many other local historical sites, skiing Seven Springs or Hidden Valley, fishing, hunting or sitting on our porch to watch the ducks, read a book or just "Let time flow by...Cares float away." Full breakfast included. Kitchen available for guest use. Shuttle service to trails (Two trailheads are within two miles.) and rivers available. TV, DVD player, games, books in Common Room. Restaurants; bike, raft, and kayak rental; pharmacy; and grocery store nearby.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Along Laurel Hill Creek
- Countryside
- Mountains
- Village
- Nearest major city: Confluence, PA (2 miles North)
- Directions to property:
Follow Route 281 to Ursina, PA. In Ursina, turn onto Second Street. Go one block to Weyand Avenue. Turn right and RiveRest Bed and Breakfast is the second house on the right. Complete directions from the PA Turnpike, I-68, US 40, Ohiopyle, and other locations provided upon request. - Nearest major airport: Pittsburgh, PA (PIT) 65 miles
- Directions from airport:
Directions provided upon request.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 4 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 65.00 and $ 85.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 65.00 and $ 85.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 10.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Radio | |
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| On Site | |
| BBQ grill | Board games |
| CD player | DVD Player |
| Library | Satellite/Cable TV |
| TV | Telephone |
| Washer/dryer | |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: At guest request
- Breakfast is served in the Wrap-around Porch, Breakfast/dining area
- Lunch is available by special request
- Dinner is available by special request
- Additional food services included in room rate: Guests may use kitchen
- Special meals available: As needed
- Our signature dish is Blueberry French Toast
Baked French Toast sprinkled with blueberries and drizzled with brown sugar and butter. Served with ham, bacon, or sausage. All breakfasts include fresh fruit and choice of beverage.
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is not allowed
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying (Well behaved children welcome)
- No childcare is provided
- Deposit amount required (One night's fee payable by check, cash, or credit card)
- Check in time is 3:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
- Cancellations:
Full refund if cancelled at least two weeks in advance; one-half refund if cancelled seven to thirteen days in advance; no refund if cancelled six days or less - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Confluence Tourism Association
- Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:| | 10% | Extended Stay | Minimum stay: 3 days |
| | 20% | Full House Rental | Minimum stay: 2 days |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): David and Carol Kemp
Dave, the B&B's primary host and cook, is a geologist who loves golf and outdoor activities. Carol, the weekend helper at the B&B,is a high school counselor and administrator who reads and does volunteer work. - The innkeepers speak: English
Area Attractions
Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Fallingwater, Kentuck Knob, Seven Springs Ski Resort, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, Youghiogheny Lake, Hidden Valley Ski Resort, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Winery, Zoo
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Swimming, Water sports, Whitewater Rafting
Confluence Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Confluence, Pennsylvania.