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Sun And Cricket Bed & Breakfast
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Outside swimming pool and patio
Carriage house sitting area
Log cabin living room
Carriage house interior
Log cabin library
The living room of the log cabin
meeting room
Sun and Cricket winter scene
Aerial view of the Sun and Cricket
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Nightly Rate
$155 - $195
, - Reviews 31
- Rooms 2
Inn's website-
Address
1 Tara Lane
Pittsburgh, PA 15044-7705
USA - Phone+1-724-444-6300
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A luxury bed and breakfast on a secluded estate just a half hour north of Pittsburgh, the Sun & Cricket offers peace and solitude in two nature-inspired suites appointed with comfort, style and convenience in mind, including wi-fi, satellite HDTVs, down comforters, fireplaces and dry bars. Accommodations include a log cabin and a carriage house, both of which have private entrances and porches. Guests may enjoy the in-ground outdoor pool, in-room massages and marked hiking trails after sitting down to a three-course gourmet breakfast that mines the bounty of the estate's orchards and gardens. Please visit .sunandcricket for more photos, activities and availability.
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 31 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
4.6 out of 5Wonderful Getaway Spot!!!
March 28, 2013
John and Tara are absolutely wonderful! We (my husband, 18 month-old and I) stayed in the carriage house for a weekend! It was fantastic! They were very accommodating for my family of three- which is awesome since bringing a child along is kind of an odd thing for b&b goers, The farm was beautiful- especially with the blanket of snow we woke up to Monday morning, The location is perfect- about 20 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh and far enough in the country that it feels like it's out in the middle of nowhere! I would LOVE to visit again and highly recommend the Sun & Cricket to anyone going to Pittsburgh!
4.8 out of 5Wonderful Birthday Getaway in the Log Cabin!
November 06, 2012
I surprised my husband with a 4-day getaway weekend for his birthday ... first time at a B&B for both of us. Although it rained the entire time, we nevertheless had a wonderful, relaxing time. Tara and John's restaurant recommendations were dead on ... we had three superb dinners out. And Tara's breakfasts were delicious. We antiqued every day, had early dinners out and returned each evening to a fully prepared fireplace just waiting to be lit ... cozy and romantic. Due to the crummy weather, we were unable to walk the grounds and trails, or visit the barn, which were outstanding. I can imagine this place is spectacular in the summer with everything in full bloom. Would highly recommend.
3.6 out of 5Lovely Grounds and Beautifully Furnished
September 03, 2012
The owners are experienced and will accommodate your dietary preferences. On 35-acre farm where you will find horses, dogs, and a cat. Wooded trails and the best in-ground pool, as well as tons of books & audio-books to keep you entertained. A highly recommended getaway.
4.2 out of 5The best B & B ever
November 21, 2011
Totally exceeded my expectations. Best place I have ever stayed including 5 star hotels, motels and other B & B's. Tara and John were perfect hosts. Extremely friendly and took the time to talk to me about their B & B, siteseeing in the area, etc. I felt I was visiting with friends. Food was fabulous. Apple for baked apple was fresh from their orchard. Played with their dogs, petted the cat and watched the horses in the pasture from my window. What more could you ask for. I will definitely return and have recommended the Sun and Cricket to all my friends.
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Tara and John Bradley-Steck
Innkeepers Description:
Tara is a writer and journalist; John a geotechnical engineer. Both enjoy horsebackriding, gardening, traveling, skiing and restoration work. Both are animal lovers and breed golden retrievers & Morgan horses.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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French
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German
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Spanish
Resident Pets
1 Cat , 2 Dogs , 4 Horses Others
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Nightly Rate
$155 - $195
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$155 - $195
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 4 PM Check Out: 11:00AM
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Minimum Stay: Most weekends require a two-night minimum
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Deposit Amount Required: One-night non-refundable deposit taken at time of reservation
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Cancellations: A non-refundable deposit equal to one night’s stay -- or 25% of the stay, whichever is greater -- is required at the time the reservation is made. For cancellations made less than seven days before the reservation date, guests are responsible for the entire booked stay. For stays of a week or longer, a deposit equal to half of the total is required upon making a reservation.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: Limited
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinks Available: No
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Children Allowed: No infants or toddlers in log cabin
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Suitable For Children: Limited
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Childcare Provided: No
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Nightly Rate
$155 - $195
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 31 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
4.6 out of 5Wonderful Getaway Spot!!!
March 28, 2013
John and Tara are absolutely wonderful! We (my husband, 18 month-old and I) stayed in the carriage house for a weekend! It was fantastic! They were very accommodating for my family of three- which is awesome since bringing a child along is kind of an odd thing for b&b goers, The farm was beautiful- especially with the blanket of snow we woke up to Monday morning, The location is perfect- about 20 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh and far enough in the country that it feels like it's out in the middle of nowhere! I would LOVE to visit again and highly recommend the Sun & Cricket to anyone going to Pittsburgh!
4.8 out of 5Wonderful Birthday Getaway in the Log Cabin!
November 06, 2012
I surprised my husband with a 4-day getaway weekend for his birthday ... first time at a B&B for both of us. Although it rained the entire time, we nevertheless had a wonderful, relaxing time. Tara and John's restaurant recommendations were dead on ... we had three superb dinners out. And Tara's breakfasts were delicious. We antiqued every day, had early dinners out and returned each evening to a fully prepared fireplace just waiting to be lit ... cozy and romantic. Due to the crummy weather, we were unable to walk the grounds and trails, or visit the barn, which were outstanding. I can imagine this place is spectacular in the summer with everything in full bloom. Would highly recommend.
3.6 out of 5Lovely Grounds and Beautifully Furnished
September 03, 2012
The owners are experienced and will accommodate your dietary preferences. On 35-acre farm where you will find horses, dogs, and a cat. Wooded trails and the best in-ground pool, as well as tons of books & audio-books to keep you entertained. A highly recommended getaway.
4.2 out of 5The best B & B ever
November 21, 2011
Totally exceeded my expectations. Best place I have ever stayed including 5 star hotels, motels and other B & B's. Tara and John were perfect hosts. Extremely friendly and took the time to talk to me about their B & B, siteseeing in the area, etc. I felt I was visiting with friends. Food was fabulous. Apple for baked apple was fresh from their orchard. Played with their dogs, petted the cat and watched the horses in the pasture from my window. What more could you ask for. I will definitely return and have recommended the Sun and Cricket to all my friends.
4.0 out of 5Rustic Luxury
November 15, 2011
A little rustic, a lot of luxury. This working farm is our B&B of choice when visiting the Pittsburgh area. After just a few stays we now feel as if we are "coming home" when we return. We reserved the spacious and comfortably appointed Log Cabin which boasts a working fireplace, flat screen tv, internet access and an extensive reading and video library. John sets up a fire each night and every morning Tara serves a multi-course breakfast in the private dining area that has me begging for recipes. The loft-style bedroom is located at the top of a small spiral staircase. The king sized bed is dressed in one of Tara's Amish quilts and is very comfortable. Dark, quiet nights make for sound sleep. The bath areas are small and efficient with basic amenities and plenty of hot water for the shower. There is no tub. There is another bedroom located below the main living area which we did not utilize. We found that Tara is a wikipedia of information about the Pittsburgh area and her maps take you on extensive scenic tours of the Pennsylvania countryside. But if you need a break from "green acres," The Sun and Cricket is just miles from shopping, restaurants, parks and golf. We will definitely stay here again and again and again.
4.4 out of 5Great First Experience
November 09, 2011
Couldn't have asked for a better first experience at a B&B. Beautiful horse farm, wonderful people, exceptional accomodations.
4.8 out of 5Peaceful and lovely
October 15, 2011
We spent two nights at S&C. After months of stress and hectic travelling, I got up in the middle of the night and sat on the little porch in my rocking chair just to listen to the silence. Tara was a great hostess and her food was fabulous. I hope to return.
5 out of 5Our favorite B&B by far
August 08, 2011
We have stayed in over a dozen different B&Bs & I have to say this is the best by far. We had our own cottage. So much privacy John & Tara were amazing. The attention to detail was so perfect -- and breakfast was out of this world.
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Location
Location Type
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Countryside
City - Pittsburgh
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Distance to city: 20 miles
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Directions to property:
Take exit 4 of PA Turnpike(I-76). Go north 2 miles and east on Red Belt (also Bakerstown Road) 2.5 miles. From Pittsburgh, take Rt 28 north to Rt 8. Take Rt 8 north about 13 miles and east on Red Belt (Bakerstown Road) 2.5 miles.
Airport
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Pittsburgh, PA (PIT) 30 miles
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Directions to property:
Take I-279 North to I-79 North. Take Warrendale exit of I-79. Turn right at end of ramp and proceed east on Red Belt for about 13 miles to Bakerstown. Go through Bakerstown and drive 2.5 miles on Red Belt.
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Aquarium
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Art Galleries
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Concert venue
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Lake
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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Nature area
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Free outdoor summer concerts
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Summer arts festival and river regatta
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Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob
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Festival of lights at Hartwood Acres
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Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates and Penguins
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Amish country
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Outlet Stores
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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Rodeo
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Ski area
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Winery
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Zoo
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Bicycle riding trails
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Bird watching
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Cross-country ski trails
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Hunting
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Mountain Bike trails
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Massages by appointment
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Bridle and hiking trails
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Snow shoe trails
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Swimming pool
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Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Excellent views
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Family Travel
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Gay / Lesbian Travel
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Gourmet food
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Honeymoons
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Luxury
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
On-site
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BBQ grill
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Conference Rooms
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Copier
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Fax Machine
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Piano
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Washer/dryer
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Wedding Facilities
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Amenities Basket
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Board games
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CD player
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Ceiling fans
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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DVD Player
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Desk
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Fireplace
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Fridge
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Hairdryer
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Hot tub/whirlpool tub
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Internet Service
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Ironing Board
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Library
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Microwave
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Private entrance
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Radio
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Telephone
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Turndown Service
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Videos
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Wi-Fi
Other
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Swimming pool
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Down comforters and handmade quilts
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Marked hiking/biking/bridle trails
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Pasture and stalls for guest horses
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Massages by appointment
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Birdwatching
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: 8-9 a.m.
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Serving Location: private breakfast area for each guest,Guest room
Signature Dish
Pineapple-lemon fruit dressing
A pineapple-lemon sauce served over fresh fruit.Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
Additional food services
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in-room snacks
Recipes
Breakfast-Brunch
Banana crumble
Serves: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes -
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