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  • Hillard House,an elegant Bed and Breakfast in the historic district of downtown Wilkes-Barre PA.Minutes from I81 and area attractions.

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  • Hillard House Video: Located in Wilkes-Barre's downtown historic district and on Wilkes University's campus,Hillard House is a 1865 Second Empire architectural gem that offers elegant overnight accomodations and delicious breakfasts.Each room features a private bath,queen bed,cable TV,refridgerator and coffee maker.Have breakfast in your room or in the dining room with its twelve foot ceiling,crystal chandelier, and parquet flooring.Refresh yourself with an afternoon treat in the music room and play "Heart and Soul" on one of the two baby grand Pianos. Hillard House is within easy walking distance to downtown Wilkes-Barre and a short drive to Kings College and Wyoming Seminary.Allow us to be your home away from home for special weekends and business trips.We also can host and cater weddings,showers,luncheons,teas and dinners for 15 to 25 guests.Come visit us.

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  • Inn Details

    Located in Wilkes-Barre's downtown historic district and on Wilkes University's campus,Hillard House is a 1865 Second Empire architectural gem that offers elegant overnight accomodations and delicious breakfasts.Each room features a private bath,queen bed,cable TV,refridgerator and coffee maker.Have breakfast in your room or in the dining room with its twelve foot ceiling,crystal chandelier, and parquet flooring.Refresh yourself with an afternoon treat in the music room and play "Heart and Soul" on one of the two baby grand Pianos. Hillard House is within easy walking distance to downtown Wilkes-Barre and a short drive to Kings College and Wyoming Seminary.Allow us to be your home away from home for special weekends and business trips.We also can host and cater weddings,showers,luncheons,teas and dinners for 15 to 25 guests.Come visit us.

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Local Colleges

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Ironing Board

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Turndown Service

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Radio

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

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  • Gold Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$135

    Rose Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$135

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 PM    Check out: 11:00 Am

    • Deposit amount required: A deposit of one nights rate or 50% advance payment is required to guarantee your reservation.

    • Cancellations: Cancellations must be made no later than 7 days before the reserved dates.Full refund less $25 service provided room is rerented.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Guests provide their own liquor

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00 to 10:00 AM

    • Serving location: small parlor, Dining Room, Guest room

    Signature Dish

    Gingerbread Pancakes
    The aroma of these tender,exceptionally flavorful pancakes will get even the sleepiest heads out of bed and to the table.Served on a heated plate with a dollop of whipped cream and drizzle of syrup,gingerbread pancakes,fresh sausage,and a baked Granny Smith apple is a lovely way to start the day.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • on request

    Additional food services

    • afternoon refreshments

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  • Location Type

    • Mohegan Sun Arena and Casino

    • Near Poconos

    • Ricketts Glen State Park

    • Steamtown National Park

    • The FM KIrby Center for the Performing Arts

    • Wilkes University

    • City

    • Downtown

    • Mountains

    City

    • Philadelphia

    • Distance to city: 120 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From 1-81 N or S: Take exit 170B. Follow 309N. Take exit 3, Wilkes-Barre/ Plains. Make a left at end of exit ramp onto River Street. At the 9th light, turn right onto South Street. (Wilkes-U's electric marquee is before you!) The road bends left and becomes West River Street. We are the 4th house on the left.

    Airport

    • Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Wilkes-Barre Scranton Intl.) 20 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take 1-81 south to exit 170B.See previous directions

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Billiards

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    A Great Find

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My wife and I were very happy we found this B&B. Both Cecilia and Gordon were very hospitable and friendly. We particularly enjoyed being welcomed with cheese, crackers, fresh fruit, and wine after a long drive!

    Wonderful accommodations near the arena

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Hillard House is the best value in Wilkes-Barre! My husband & I stayed at this wonderful B&B two weeks ago while attending the TSO concert at the arena. The house is beautiful and the hosts very attentive. We did not have time to go to dinner before the concert so Cecelia offered and set up a nice little snack of wine, crackers, cheese and fresh fruit in the parlor. What a lovely touch! The room was clean, comfortable and nicely decorated. Breakfast was scrumptious! Pear crepes, ham, fresh fruit and muffins were served in the morning. Gordon gave us a mini tour and highlighted the history of the house in response to our questions. I even took a ride down on the elevator which was quite old but in perfect working order. To sum it all up, Hillard House is the best value in Wilkes-Barre! We loved everything about our visit there...

    Hillard House - Last week of October 2011

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    I stayed at Hillard House for 2 days at the end of October this year. I was in Wilkes-Barre for a sad occasion, the funeral of a beloved uncle, so I decided to stay somewhere that would make the stay a little happier. The innkeepers, Cecilia and Gordon, are the quintessential B&B innkeepers. I arrived late the first night due to airline delays, and Gordon offered me wine with cheese, crackers and fruit. Heaven! It was much appreciated after a very long day of travel. Gordon was great with directions the next day and recommendations for dinner the next evening (Toscana in downtown). Cecilia's breakfasts were, again, just what you would expect at a top notch B&B. Baked fruit crepe the first morning and eggs benedict the next. I really enjoyed talking to them both - they are a very interesting couple and create a very relaxing and peaceful environment. Oh, and the B&B is stunning both outside and inside. About 150 years old, the house is three stories and victorian in style, old trees and vegetation on the outside with the most whimsical Halloween decorations throughout the house when I was there. I'm sure it's delightful at Christmas time. I highly recommend the Hillard House!

    Beautiful Inn

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My husband and I spent our wedding night at the Hillard House and we couldn't have been more pleased. The room was beautiful, well appointed and spotlessly clean. Cecilia and Gordon were wonderful hosts and Sunday's breakfast was YUMMY! Would definitely stay here again.

    Wonderful place, great hosts!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    This beautiful old home is located in an old neighborhood a few blocks from the college. There is a well-lighted walk along the canal to the square, we were able to get dinner at Cafe Toscana - and this place is absolutely the best! It was late (very close to closing) and we were the only diners but the service and food was amazing. We stayed in the Gold room and it was beautiful and well-appointed. Everything is very clean. The breakfast one of the best I've had in any B & B. Hosts were very kind, helped us with our bags though we arrived after 9:00 PM. Highly recommend the Hillard House!!

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