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The Harry Packer Mansion

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  • Inn Details

    Featuring Murder Mystery Weekends! First Friday Wine Tasting Ski Packages Bed & Breakfast Lodging Weekend Tours Sat-Sun 1-5pm Libations Lounge The little Victorian village of Jim Thorpe, PA is a scenic paradise nestled between three mountains in northeastern Pennsylvania. An oasis of history perfectly preserved, the architecture of the Village is purely Victorian. Perched high atop Packer Hill, the Harry Packer Mansion sits like a sentinel overlooking the town. The mansion's impressive facade could have been taken from a gothic novel, this is only fitting for the Mansion used as the model for Disney World's Haunted Mansion! The interior however is anything but spooky. Fifteen foot ceilings, marble fireplaces and gilded mirrors of the parlors reflect the elegance of the Victorian Age. The guest accommodations in the mansion and the adjoining Carriage House are furnished with period antiques, luxurious fabrics, and carefully selected artwork. In addition to offering Bed and Breakfast accommodations the Mansion also hosts Murder Mystery Weekends, Wine Tasting Weekends and special events.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Cooking, flower arranging, decorating, re-decorating, and re-decorating.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Murder Mystery Weekends

    • Wine bar

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Secretarial services

    • TV

    • TV Video games

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wet bar

    Other Amenities:

    • The parlors and verandah offer magnificent spots t

    • Tennis court on site

    • parking on site

    • Sit in front of the fireplace, enjoy a glass wine

    • walking distance to the shops

    • full bar and wine tastings

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  • Annie's Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $250/$250

    Emily's

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $135/$135

    Gussie's

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $165/$165

    Harry's Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $250/$250

    Carriage House 3

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $165/$165

    Carriage house 4

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $150/$150

    Wilbur's room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $165/$165

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 5 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights on weekends. 1 night during the week

    • Deposit amount required: 100.00 for murder mystery weekends 50% for B&B

    • Cancellations: 7 days for B&B, 30 days for murder mystery weekends.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: we have a full liquor license, and great wine list

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: limited to over 12

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 9:00 a.m.

    • Serving location: Dining area, Verandah, Breakfast/dining area

    Signature Dish

    Gussie's croissant
    Gussie's croissant is a sweet egg casserole made of stuffed croissants in a custard, smothered in an orange glaze. Yes, it has a lot of calories, but you're on vacation!

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • Just steps from historic downtown

    • Mountains

    • Village

    City

    • Philadelphia

    • Distance to city: 60 miles

    • Directions to property:
      NE extenion of PA tnpk to exit 75, 209 S 6 miles to Jim Thorpe, left after light at center of town, 2nd mansion on left up hill.

    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

    • In historic district filled with attractions.

    • Mauch Chunk Opera house, live theater

    • Biking and hiking trails

    • Asa Packer mansion National historic site

    • Penn's Peak for live music

    • Eckly Miner's Village National historic site

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Murder mystery weekends all year.

    • Wine Tasting Weekend Packages

    • small weddings

    • Olde time Christmas activities

    • special events

    • Birthday Parties

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    I didn't want to leave!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    I went on a 2 night & 3 day get-away w/my hubby for our 3 year anniversary. We went from Sun-Tues. We did not go for the murder mystery weekend, but it was still such a beautiful place to visit. Pat & Bob were very nice & accommodating, the breakfast was delicious, and the energy in the home was most welcoming. I wish we could've stayed longer. I have already recommended The Harry Packer Mansion to my friends, family & customers!! Looking forward to going back for a wine tasting and/or murder mystery weekend!

    Five Star

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    The accomdations were top rate. The mansion has been restored to its former glory and immaculate. The staff is great, made our stay a pleasurable experience. I would recommend this location to anyone. We will definately be returning in the future. The food alone is worth the trip.

    We enjoyed our stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We stayed at the Mansion recently for two nights. The house is itself is beautiful, and we would recommend staying in the Mansion itself (rather than the Carriage house) if possible. The inn keepers give the guests plenty of breathing space, and you could comfortably relax on the airy veranda and enjoy a nice selection of beverages from the Libations Lounge. The room was very nicely appointed, and the bed was comfortable. The house is very solid and thick, so rooms were well insulated and very private. The breakfasts were all very good, consisting of eggs, fruit, juice, and something else like waffles or pancakes. It was done nicely where you serve yourself and eat on the veranda or the dining room. We would definitely recommend staying here!

    What a weekend

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    A weekend that will never be forgotten. Wonderful hosts and hostesses, wonderful guests, wonderful food, wonderful sleep, wonderful town - what else could a person want. Thank you. (P.S. I loved the murder mystery and being the one who done it!)

    Innkeeper Response
    Thank you for taking the time to post your review. Criminals make the best guests!! Hope you see you again after you serve your sentence.

    - Pat (innkeeper)

    Best B&B

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    This is the best B&B I've stayed at. Great bar opens in the afternoon and stays open with great service.

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