Inn Details
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.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Near Hospitals
- Near Universities
- Urban Residential
- City
- Nearest major city: Philadelphia, PA
- 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. - Nearest major airport: Philadelphia, PA (PHL) 4 miles
- Directions from airport:
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. - Meeting places:
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 10 guest accommodations (8 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 115.00 and $ 160.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 125.00 and $ 175.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Amenities Basket | Bath robes |
| CD player | Data port |
| Fireplace | Fridge |
| Hairdryer | Internet Service |
| Ironing Board | Library |
| Microwave | Radio |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Telephone | VCR |
| Wi-Fi | |
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| On Site | |
| Computer | Copier |
| Fax Machine | Piano |
| Videos | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| easy access to public transportation | free parking on the premises |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: flexible
- Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
- Our signature dish is 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.
Policies
- Minimum stay required (2 nights on certain weekends and holidays)
- Smoking is not allowed (Outside only)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Accommodations are not suitable for children
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted
- Deposit amount required (Credit Card Number or one night's stay)
- Closed: Christmas Week
- Check in time is Noon-10:00PM and Check out time is 11:00 am
- Cancellations:
48 hours except at certain high peak times when 1 week or even 1 month may be required
Discounts available:| | 10% | long term stay | Minimum stay: 7 days |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Warren Cederholm and Don Caskey
- The innkeepers speak: English
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Museum, National/State parks, universities, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater
Onsite or Nearby Activities
hospitals, universities, dining, museums, Shopping, Sight-seeing
Philadelphia Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.