Alden House


  • The Alden House has been professionally restored with modern amenities while retaining all its original charm. The high ceilings, striking staircase, cozy dining room, and comfortable rooms and suites all remind guests of another era, a time when the pace was just a little slower.

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    The Alden House Bed and Breakfast, circa 1850, is located in the charming and historic town of Lititz. All rooms and suites have private baths, queen size beds, and tasteful furnishings in a restful decor. Begin your day with a gourmet breakfast by candlelight, relax on one of our many porches, and walk to nearby museums, attractions, shops, and dining.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Tennis, Woodworking, Reading

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Other Pets: None


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • 5 course breakfast with dessert

    • Central Lancaster location

    • In historic district

    • In-town elegance

    • Nearby quaint shops

    • free wireless internet access

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • complimentary snacks and beverages

    • Central Heat and Air Conditioning

    • Wilbur Buds for Sale

    • Hand Painted Gourds for Sale

    • 70 videos available

    • One Cup coffee maker available

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  • Hot Deal: Cabin Fever Special

    • 2/15/2012 - 2/22/2012
    • Regular rate:$139
    • Savings:20%
    • Discount rate:$111

    Get out of the house for a few nights and enjoy a hot 5 course breakfast in the morning. 20% off your second night in any suite. Please mention "Hot Deal" when you call us at 800-584-0753.

    Joshua Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$99

    The Joshua Room- Cozy for couples or for single travelers, the Joshua Room is located on the first floor, at the very front of the house and is convenient for all guests. it is the brightest of our rooms and sports the tall ceiling and windows traditional to the period of the house. Guests enjoy a queen bed, cable, an LCD TV/DVD player, private bathroom, and two comfortable Queen Ann chairs—perfect for reading a good book while relaxing in the warmth and ambiance of an electric parlor stove.

    Scandia Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$99

    The Scandia Room- Step into a little piece of Scandinavia with this warm, welcoming room. Decorated in dark shades of red, the room features an intricate, antique, wood floor, only recently uncovered and refurbished. Located in the center of the house, on the second floor, the Scandia room is by far the most peaceful. With a queen bed facing a wall-mounted LCD TV/DVD player and a comfortable pair of Queen Anne chairs, relaxing in this cozy room is no chore!

    Alethea Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$139

    The Alethea Suite— Light and airy, the Alethea suite is on the ground floor of the house. It features a delicate pencil post queen bed. The wood tones are carried throughout the suite with the newly updated wood floors and an antique desk—perfect for writing letters. Warm up with the electric parlor stove, or relax with the entertainment of one of two TV’s, one with a DVD player and one with a VCR. Also, the Alethea suite has it’s own private entrance—french doors off of the bedroom.

    Upstairs Parlour Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$139

    The Parlour Suite- Spacious, bright, green—all words that come to mind when describing the lavish Upstairs Parlour suite. Floral arrangements adorn the large arch that separates the entrance from the bedroom, where the queen sized canopy bed adds an elegant touch. An awe inspiring, patterned wood floor also draws attention upon every visit. On the second floor at the front of the house, the Upstairs Parlour features seven windows face north and east, which draw natural light into the room. Within the suite, stairs ascend to the dormer room where a white-and-brass day bed awaits—along with the second of two TVs.

    Lilac and Lace Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$139

    The Lilac and Lace Suite- Adorned with lace and purple flowers –from delicate wisteria to bold hydrangea—the Lilac and Lace Suite truly lives up to it’s name. A four-poster bed, topped with a semi-canopy of lace, quickly becomes the focus of attention upon entering the bedroom, but a closer look reveals other beautiful details—for instance, the large window seat and the newly refinished wood floors. The sitting room boasts a pair of comfortable chairs and a day bed to accommodate a third person. Also, from the sitting room, guests have access to our balcony, which overlooks the garden and fishpond.

    Tea Rose Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$139

    The Tea Rose Suite— The most luxurious of our suites, the Tea Rose Suite is on the second floor, at the back of the house and is the quietest. The sitting room boasts tall library cases—one of which hosts a TV/VCR. With two plush wingback chairs, it is ideal for relaxing. Also, a door from the sitting room allows access to the balcony. The focal point of the bedroom is a queen sized brass bed, but in the corner is a large propane fireplace flanked by two swivel recliners, allowing guests to experience the fireplace or the wall-mounted LCD TV/DVD player.

    The Carriage House

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $149/$149

    The Carriage House— Converted from the original outbuilding, the Carriage House is a small cottage unto itself. The Carriage House boasts a bedroom area with a queen sleigh bed, facing a wall mounted LCD TV/DVD; a sitting area with twin leather recliners, and a small kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, barn-wood counter with a bar sink and a single-cup coffee maker. Cold drinks and coffee are complimentary. Also, the bathroom in the Carriage House is one of a kind, tiled in Travertine and possessing a shower endowed with luxurious body sprays, hand held shower and rainfall shower head.

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Deposit amount required: One night's fee or valid credit card number.

    • Cancellations: Two weeks is requested, one night's stay will be charged when less than 10 days notice provided if the room is not re-booked.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: 10 and older

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • Corporate Rates
      Percent off: 14% Days required: 0

    • Extended Stay
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 5

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: About 8:00 or as needed

    • Serving location: Porch when available, Dining Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Dessert

    • Fruit


    Signature Dish

    Stuffed French Toast


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Gluten Free upon req


    Additional food services

    • snacks and beverages


    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Ployes
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 5 minutes

  • Location Type

    • Downtown

    • Small town


    City

    • Lancaster

    • Distance to city: 7 miles

    • Directions to property:
      1 1/2 blocks East of the juncture of Rt 501 and 772.


    Airport

    • Harrisburg, PA (MDT) 30 miles

    • Directions to property:
      South on Route 283 to Route 772. East on 772 to Lititz


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Linden Hall School

    • Wilbur Chocolate Factory

    • Amish Farms

    • Hersheypark

    • Strasburg Rail Road

    • Sturgis Pretzel House

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Walking trails

    • Wolf sanctuary nearby

    • Shopping

    • 2nd Friday town is alive and open late

    • Biking trails around county

    • Amish buggy rides

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Tennis courts

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    Write a review

    A Great Stay in a Great Place

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business


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    Stayed for 6 nights in early February 2012. Hosts Lynndell and John are gracious and friendly without being intrusive. Lynndell's breakfasts were delicious and I greatly appreciated her abundant filling of my gluten-free dietary needs. I stayed in the Scandia Room, which was cozy but very warm when I had the door closed. I had to use the electric fan to stay comfy, especially at night. If you like a warm room, this is the one! Lititz is a lovely town, this B&B is right on Main Street, very convenient to shops and cafes/deli's. A wonderful stay.


    January 2012 Visit

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Excellent location too, can walk to lots of places; breakfasts are anazing.


    January visit

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    With a snowfall the previous night, we were concerned if we would be able to utilize our reservation. The parking lot had been cleared and walks sholved upon our arrival and the property was beautiful in the fresh snow. The in-room fireplace was wonderful after a cold visit to the local shops. We want to return in better weather, but the stay was very relaxing.


    rainy night but cozy B&B

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Great fun to have a common breakfast table and interesting conversation with the other guests each morning


    The pictures can't do it justice!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    It was charming. My room was beautifully appointed and very (spotlessly) clean. I had a small single room, the front corner of the house, as I was traveling alone, but it was perfect. I would come back with my family. The street outside my window, in the heart of this beautiful town, looked like something from a storybook. I felt as though I had stepped back in time. Definitely not the experience you would have in any corporate hotel or motel facility. As for breakfast-it was wonderful. Strangers at breakfast, but everyone talked like old friends. Easy to understand why, we were all enjoying being there so much. This place is a gem.


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