The Gables


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    A magnificently restored Victorian mansion near the Universities. 10 elegant bedrooms, sitting rooms and dining room with an extensive collection of period antiques. A large wrap-around porch over looks the side yard and gardens. Free off-street parking. Easy access to the trolley line. Rooms are all air-conditioned, have cable television, private phones, vcr's, clock radios and cd players. Wireless DSL is accessible in all the rooms and there is a computer station in the hall for guest use. Refrigerator and microwave available in common area. Guests are asked to smoke outside only. Well behaved children are welcome but sorry no pets. Awards include: Historic Preservation Award and Philadelphia Magazine's "Best of Philly Award" "Best Urban Get-away." The Gables is featured in the holiday 2002 issue of Victorian Homes Magazine.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Luxury

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • In-room internet

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Library

    • Microwave

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Piano

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • easy access to public transportation

    • free parking on the premises

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  • Victorian Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$175

    This was once the master bedroom suite. It has a cozy attached glassed in porch with wicker furniture. The bedroom itself has a romantic queen sized canopy bed draped in soft lace, a highly carved antique armoire, electric fireplace and revolving bookcase, small sofa and chairs. The tiled bath still has the original soaking tub with shower, a large sink and its own heat control and heat lamp. Lace trimmed linens, lots of pillows and a down comforter adorn the bed and plush Egyptian cotton towels and bathrobes complete this room.

    Tower Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$170

    The Tower Room has great architectual details comprising a turret with large windows and a working gas fireplace. The brass queen sized bed is covered in plump pillows and laced sheets. Two comfortable upholstered chairs and Queen Anne sofa create a small sitting area, oak armoire and dresser complete the room's romantic ambiance.

    Blue Willow Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$170

    The Blue Willow Room tells its story in blue and white. Collectible plates from around the world cover the walls of the turret. A gas fireplace adds warmth and ambiance while white lace curtains allows in lots of light. The dark walnut wood of the armoire, queen sized bed, complementary lady's and gentleman's chair, and chests add strength and character. Embroidered sheets and pillow cases accentuate the blue and white theme.

    Country Willow Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$165

    Beautiful country quilts and accessories fill this room with charm. The queen sized four poster bed and floral comforter take center stage, but guests love curling up with a good book on the upholstered chaise lounge. A white marble bathroom sparkles against a back drop of Swedish Blue walls and plush hand knotted Chinese rug.

    Christmas Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$170

    Victorians loved Christmas and this room is decorated year round for the holiday. Old toys, decorations, and books abound. The Christmas Room is a large room with a cozy sitting area complete with a copy of a Ben Franklin type stove. The sleeping area has a grand queen sized four poster bed and heirloom armoire. The room is large enough that a roll away bed may be added to accommodate a third person for an additional $15 fee. The private attached bathroom with shower complements the red, green and white theme.

    Garden Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$150

    This room overlooks the English Garden in the side yard and the Victorian floral wallpaper brings the garden right inside. The highback Victorian full sized bed and tall mirrored armoire make this room majestic. Accessories decorated with violets and grapes and pansies carry out the garden theme. A great oak rocker and Morris chair upholstered in a gold sun and moon design adds further interest and excitement.

    Library

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$150

    The library theme adds a slightly masculine flair to the home. The furniture is a mix of mahogany and pine from the early days of the last century and even before. A Victorian walnut dresser and a beautiful antique brass headboard stands amidst a leafy vine wallpaper print in burgandy and cream. The room has a chesterfield style leather sofa and comfortable upholstered chair perfect for reading. The bathroom is tiled in white marble and burgandy. By its name, library, you could guess that books abound in the room.

    Egan Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$135

    The Egan family was the first owners of this magnificent Queen Anne home. This room has been recently redecorated and named in their memory. The gentle elegance of the white and blue toile print and stately Chinese oriental carpet is fitting of the family memory. A full sized wrought iron bed, pine armoire, and Victorian highback dresser adorn the room. A small wash room has been created en suite with easy access to a private hall bath complete with clawfoot tub and shower.

    East Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$125

    The East Room was once attached to the master suite as a sitting room with a decorative fireplace. It now serves as a completely separate guestroom with a brass bed and oak furnishings. The striped wallpaper and floral bed quilt was chosen to complement the tile that surrounds the fireplace. This room has a sink en suite and shares a bathroom in the hall with one other room. Arts and crafts style furnishings fill this room.

    South Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$125

    The South Room was once an upstairs living room. The navy blue color is brightened by the many large windows in the room. Two antique brass twin beds are separated by a large fruitwood armoire. A unique civil war era sofa and high backed mirrored dresser make this room truly regal.

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: Noon-10:00PM    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights on certain weekends and holidays

    • Deposit amount required: Credit Card Number or one night's stay

    • Cancellations: 48 hours except at certain high peak times when 1 week or even 1 month may be required

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • long term stay
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 7

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: flexible

    • Serving location: Dining Room


    Signature Dish

    Apple Walnut Muffins
    Our neighbor makes all our muffins and cakes and they are all fantastic, but her apple walnut muffins are everyone's favorite. They are a meal in themselves filled with huge chunks of apple and nuts.


    Special meal options


    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Warren's Quick and Easy Egg Souffle
    Serves: 16
    Prep time: 15 minutes

    Eggs Bechamel a la Gables
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 1/2 hour

    Oscar's Favorite Old Fashion Waffles
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 10 min

    The Gables Baked French Toast
    Serves: 12
    Prep time: 20 min

  • Location Type

    • Near Hospitals

    • Near Universities

    • Urban Residential

    • City


    City

    • Philadelphia

    • Directions to property:
      From Center City take Walnut Street (one way) heading west. Turn left at 42nd Street, go 5 blocks to stop sign, turn right onto Chester Avenue. The Gables is about 4 blocks on the left at the corner of 46th and Chester Ave. The driveway enters onto the property from 46th Street.


    Airport

    • Philadelphia, PA (PHL) 4 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Just as you exit the airport you will see signs for Center City Philadelphia via route 76. Follow 76 West to exit #346b, University Avenue Exit, Bear right around exit ramp. At the end of the exit proceed to the Medical Center and the University of PA. Pass under the pedestrian bridge and get in the lane for Baltimore Avenue. Turn left onto Baltimore Ave. Stay in left lane marked for Woodland Avenue. At fork, turn right onto Chester Avenue. Pass by apartment buildings and park. The Gables is in the next block on the left at the corner of 46th and Chester. It is easily identifiable by the huge wrap-around porch which is lighted at night. The driveway enters onto the property from 46th Street.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • universities

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • hospitals

    • universities

    • dining

    • museums

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

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    Write a review

    Great B&B

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    As a frequent traveler I found the Gables to be much more comfortable than any hotel. Friendly and home like atmosphere that hotels can not offer. This will be my first chioce for any future travels to Philadelphia.


    GREAT PLACE

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    I stay last year in November, this place is amazing, quiet and confortable, and there is very kind plp who manage it


    Nice but amenities could be improved

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business


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    This Bed and Breakfast was reasonable but some of the ammenities were not as expected. For example, the T.V. in the room was quite small and and outdated. Some of the other amenities were also a little outdated for my taste. Also, for the price of the room, I was surprised to see that some of the rooms had a shared bathroom. Overall, the rooms were nice and decorated in antiques, but could have used some more modern accomodations. The service was very personable and the breakfast in the morning was great.


    Fabulous!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Dumb me, waited to last minute to find a spot to celebrate New Year's! My criteria was, close/convenient to downtown Philadelphia, full breakfast (not continental), victorian style/historic, reasonably priced...each of these were met. Extra bonus was my interaction with the Inn's hosts, quiet loveable dog, fireplaces, gorgious holiday decorations, food that requires you get the recipe. My expectation were exceeded. Will I go back? You bet!


    Beautiful B&B in Philadelphia

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    The Gables is a beautiful B&B in Philadelphia. It's a little way out from the centre in a leafy part of the city, but it's right on a tram route into the city. The hosts were friendly and the B&B itself is amazing. I gave it three stars for everything because I had very high expectations of the Gables and it easily met them. I can definitely recommend the Gables to anyone looking for a comfortable stay in a beautiful B&B. Next time I might go in the summer so I can wile away a day lounging on the wrap-around porch.


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