Kanaga House

6940 Carlisle Pike
Mechanicsburg Pennsylvania 17050
USA

http://www.kanagahouse.com

Phone: +1-717-766-8654
Fax: +1-717-697-3908
Toll-free: +1-877-952-6242

General Information

Located in a country setting on US 11 we are 3 miles from PA Turnpike Carlisle Exit 226 and 2 miles from I-81 Carlisle Exit 52 in the village of New Kingstown. It is 8 miles to Harrisburg, half hour's drive to Hershey and Gettysburg. Dutch Country in Lancaster is a one hour drive. Enjoy warm hospitality in an 18th century atmosphere enhanced with spacious air conditioned rooms, queen size canopy beds, private baths, fireplaces, antiques and a wonderful breakfast. Elegant relaxed setting, perfect for both the romantic getaway and the business traveler. Beautiful garden weddings, both large and small, corporate meetings, retreat, and other in-house catered events.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 7 guest accommodations (6 with private baths)
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 85.00 and $ 150.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Ironing Board
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
On Site
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Wedding Facilities

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Snacks, Non-alcoholic beverage
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (2 nights during special events)
  • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (in garden area only)
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (You may bring your own)
  • Deposit amount required (One night's deposit)
  • Check in time is 3:00 PM and Check out time is 11:00 AM
  • Cancellations:
    Three day notice is required to receive refund; within three days $50 fee charged per night unless the room is re-rented; within 24 hours no refund of deposit.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • CV Bed and Breakfast Assoc.
    • PAII - Professional Assoc. of Innkeepers International
    • Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:
  Corporate 
  Government 

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Corporate Meetings
  • Garden Weddings
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Colonial
  • Built in 1775
  • Opened for business in 1991
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1985
  • Access for the disabled
  • Parking available

Location

  • Geographic region: South Central Pennsylvania
  • Location is best described as: Small town
  • Nearest major city: Harrisburg, PA (8 miles)
  • Directions to property:
    From PA Twp.(I-76) Exit 226 (Carlisle) take US 11 N toward Harrisburg 3.3 miles. At New Kingstown turn left at first house on left (looks like a driveway). Straight across Rt.11 S and into our drive. From I-81 S take Exit 57 N toward Harrisburg 2.2 miles. Follow above directions. From the N on I-81 take Exit 52. Turn left on Rte 114 S two miles. Turn right on US 11 S toward Carlisle. After three miles you will pass the Cumberland Valley Education Park (HS). Kanaga House is one more mile, on the right. Harvest Church is next door. From the S on I-83 take exit 41-A (Camp Hill). Take 581 W. Stay on 561 until Ext 3 (Carlisle Pike). Kanaga House is on the right one mile past Cumberland Valley HS.
  • Nearest major airport: MDT 20 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    283 west to PA Turnpike (I-76). West on I-76 to Carlisle Exit 226. North on Rt 11 3.3 miles to village of New Kingston.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Dave and Mary Jane Kretzing
    The Kretzing family bought Kanaga House in 1969. In 1991 the bed and breakfast was opened and Dave Kretzing is now manager and executive chef. Large tented weddings are a specialty at the B&B and the hosts enjoy making your stay, or a wedding, a memory to treasure.
  • The innkeepers speak: English

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Ski Round Top, Gettysburg Battlefield, Hershey Chocolate World, Lancaster Dutch Country, Appalachian Trail, Fly fishing streams, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Hunting, Shopping, Sight-seeing