The Gatehouse Country Inn Bed and Breakfast

Corner of River Road and Waring Drive
Shawnee on Delaware Pennsylvania 18356
USA

http://www.gatehousecountryinn.com

Phone: +1-570-420-4553
Cellular: +1-570-677-3556

General Information

The Gatehouse Country Inn is a 1900's carriage house, stable and icehouse renovated in the late 1940's by the famous musician and bandleader, Fred Waring. Situated in the quaint village of Shawnee on Delaware, in the scenic Pocono Mountains, it offers 4 rooms-each with a private, ensuite bath. Breakfast each morning is served in the 50 x 25 great room with slate floor, which overlooks the formal courtyard and historic round icehouse-now The Icehouse Antique Shop. Quiet, elegant, private...a full four season retreat.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 150.00 and $ 170.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
  • Other Accommodations: One room is a suite
    The Loft Room is very spacious with a large bank of windows overlooking the surrounding mountainside. Contains TV, VCR and seating area(s). This room can accommodate more than 2 people.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Radio
On Site
  • Board games
  • Ceiling fans
  • Fireplace
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR

Other Amenities: Icehouse Antique Shop, Pool Room/Game Room

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: at 9:00 a.m.
  • Breakfast is served in the Great Room
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Vegetarian

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (Two night min. during peak season, holidays and special event weekends)
  • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (No smoking indoors. Smoking permitted on courtyard or porch)
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Accommodations are not suitable for children
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required (One night's lodging required to hold room reservation. Balance due upon arrival via cash or check.)
  • Check in time is after 3.00 pm and Check out time is before 11:00 am
  • Cancellations:
    Deposit refundable with 2 weeks prior notification. Non-refundable with less than 2 weeks notification. Holiday and special event dates require 1 month prior notification.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Delaware Water Gap Chamber of Commerce
    • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Fred Waring
  • Historically significant architecture
  • Owned by the famous musician/bandleader
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Excellent views
  • Honeymoons
  • Nature
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is English Countryside
  • Built in 1906
  • Opened for business in 2001
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1948
  • Parking available

Location

  • Location is best described as: Countryside, Mountains, Village
  • Nearest major city: New York City, NY (70 miles East)
  • Directions to property:
    Interstate I80 west from NYC. Exit at Exit 310 (1st exit in Pennsylvania from New Jersey). At exit ramp contine through traffic light onto River Road. You will go approx. 2.8 miles and will go past on the right: the entrance to the Shawnee Inn, Sam Snead's Tavern, the General Store, The Shawnee Playhouse. The Gatehouse is the 4th house on the right past the Playhouse. Driveway is at the end of the stone wall. Turn right into driveway and park under the tall pines just to the right of the driveway. Enter up main stairs to front door.
  • Nearest major airport: ABE 45 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Take Route 22E to Route 33N (following signs for Stroudsburg). Go right on Route 209N towards I80E. From I80E take exit 310 and make first left onto River Road. Follow River Road into the village of Shawnee on Delaware. Go past on the right: the entrance to the Shawnee Inn, Sam Snead's Tavern, the General Store, The Shawnee Playhouse. The Gatehouse is the 4th house on the right past the Playhouse. Driveway is at the end of the stone wall. Turn right into driveway and park under the tall pines just to the right of the driveway. Enter up main stairs to front door.
  • Meeting places:
    • Prior arrangements nec.
    • Bus

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Cindy and Gordon Way
    Gordon is a dedicated golfer having played on the European Tour and is actively involved in all aspects of the game. He also runs his own aluminum brokerage company. Cindy enjoys antiquing, gardening, crafts and her grandbabies. We both love a good laugh!
  • The innkeepers speak: English
  • There are 2 dogs on the property
  • Other pet(s) on the property: (No interaction with guests)

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Sam Snead's Tavern with golf simulator,, Shawnee River Adventures,, Shawnee Golf Course, Buck Hill Golf Course, Jack Nicholas' Great Bear Golf Course,, Indoor Ice Skating Rink, Snowboarding, Tubing and skiing, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Flea Market, Hot Air Balloon Festival., Nature Trails, Antique Co-ops, Lumberjack Festival, Greek Fest, Onion Fest, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Swimming, Tennis courts, Water sports, Whitewater Rafting