The Alexander Benjamin House

818 Lizard Creek Rd
PO Box 51
Andreas Pennsylvania 18211
USA

http://www.abhouse.net

Toll-free: +1-866-610-5569

General Information

The Alexander Benjamin House Country Lodging & Breakfast is a historic Bed and Breakfast located in Andreas, PA. We offer full gourmet breakfast, as well as five lovely suites each with a spacious private bath.

We are open-year round, and are proximal to many fine tourist attractions and points of interest including Blue Mountain Ski Area, Lehigh Valley Wine Trail, Appalachian Trail, Hawk Mountain Bird Sanctuary, Historic Jim Thorpe, and many other fun and interesting amenities.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Suites
  • There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 105.00 and $ 125.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 105.00 and $ 150.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 30.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Desk
  • Fax Machine
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Ironing Board
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Turndown Service
On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • Copier
  • Internet Service
  • Telephone
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wi-Fi

Other Amenities: Fresh flowers and candies in all rooms, Afternoon tea, Standard Holistic Spa quality toiletries, Air conditioning and additional heating, Cable TV, Complimentary snacks and beverages

Meals

  • A Full breakfast weekends, Continental weekdays breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8:30 a.m.
  • Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
  • Dinner is available by special request
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Dessert, Non-alcoholic beverage
  • Special meals available: Sugar free, Low Fat, Vegetarian

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (2 nights on weekends November through March)
  • Smoking is not allowed
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying
  • No childcare is provided
  • Deposit amount required (We require $50.00 per room deposit.)
  • Check in time is 3-9 pm and Check out time is 11 am
  • Cancellations:
    We offer full refund of deposit if cancellation is made at least 10 days prior to reservation.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Carbon County Chamber of Commerce
    • Schuylkill County Chamber of Commerce
    • Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:
 10%Military Discount 
 10%Single Occupancy Sunday thru Thursday 

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Christian Travel
  • Economical rates
  • Excellent views
  • Family Travel
  • Fitness
  • Gay / Lesbian Travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Group events
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Nature
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
  • Weddings
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Country Inn
  • Historic Inn

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Victorian
  • Built in 1880
  • Opened for business in 2000
  • Restored / Remodeled in 2000
  • Parking available

Location

  • Location is best described as: Countryside, Small town, Village, Wine country
  • Nearest major city: Jim Thorpe, PA (15 miles)
  • Directions to property:
    Rt. 248 to Bowmanstown exit, make left onto Rt. 895. Inn is approximately six miles, on left.
  • Nearest major airport: ABE 25 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Rt. 22 to Rt. 309 towards Tamaqua. Stay on Rt. 309 approximately 16 miles to right on Rt. 895. Inn is 3 miles on right.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Hilary England & Mark VanBuskirk
    Hilary is a full-time artist who works in all mediums, and is a notable contemporary impressionist. Mark is a friend of the community, being involved in ministry for over 20 years, and is a Realtor.
  • The innkeepers speak: English

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Fly fishing guides and packages, Olde Homestead Public Golf Club, Hawk Mountain Bird Sanctuary, Yuengling Museum, Hometown Auctions and Flea Markets, Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Train Tour, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Ruins, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Antiquing and Flea Markets, Concerts and musical venues, Proximal to Pocono Raceway (Nascar), Airplane and Glider tours, Fly fishing, Wine and Vineyard Tours, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Swimming, Whitewater Rafting