Amanda Gish House Bed & Breakfast 556 W. Bainbridge St. Elizabethtown Pennsylvania 17022 USA http://www.amandagishhouse.com Phone: +717-361-8637 Toll-free: +866-401-0889

General Information

Amanda Gish House is conveniently located in Lancaster County, in Elizabethtown, near Lancaster City, Harrisburg, and Hershey. Wake up to the aroma of fresh ground coffee, homemade baked goods and a full gourmet breakfast. Curl up on the swing with a good book, on the wrap-around front porch and enjoy afternoon tea as you smell chocolate wafting through the air from M&M Mars factory. We will be more than happy to help you plan your day exploring beautiful Lancaster County. After a long day of sightseeing relax in one of the beautifully decorated guest rooms where luxury linens and feather beds await you. Whether you are looking for a romantic get-away,a place to relax or you are here for business. Amanda Gish House is the place to stay. Call us for an unforgettable get-away.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 3 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 99.00 and $ 139.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00

Amenities

Meals

• A Full breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 9:00 or by special arrangement
• Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
• Additional food services included in room rate: Cookies, Afternoon tea, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
• Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Aunt Edna's Granola
  Aunt Edna's Granola is a family recipe. Made with oats, honey, canola oil, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and nuts. It is typically served with fresh fruit and yogurt and is a healthy start for our delicious breakfast. We also use our homemade granola to make a scrumptious broiled grapefruit with brown sugar and butter.

Policies

• Minimum stay required (Two night stay on holidays & Garden Room on weekends February through October)
• Smoking is allowed outside only (Guests may smoke on front porch or in gardens)
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Limitations on children staying (Children age 12 or older are welcome)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (brandy & sherry are available)
• Deposit amount required (Guest may hold the reservation with a valid credit card.)
• Check in time is 4 pm- 6 pm and Check out time is 10:30
• Cancellations:
  Guest may cancel 14 days in advance and not be charged. Less than 14 days before reservation the guest will be charged for one night stay unless the room is rebooked. Guest will be charged a $25.00 cancellation fee. If reservation is cancelled 3 days or less the full amount will be charged.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • Authentic Bed & Breakfasts of Lancaster County
  • Elizabethtown Chamber of Commerce
  • Lancaster County PA Dutch Convention and Visitors Bureau

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Victorian with Arts & Crafts influences
• Built in 1896
• Opened for business in 2000
• Restored / Remodeled in 2006
• Parking available (off street)

Location

• Location is best described as: Countryside, Small town
  
• Nearest major city: Lancaster & Harrisburg, PA (20 miles)
• Directions to property:
  Turn onto West High Street at the square in Elizabethtown. Go approximately one half mile following PA 241 south signs and turn left onto Beech Lane. The driveway is the first on the left.
• Nearest major airport: MDT
• Directions from airport:
  Exit the airport onto PA 283 east. Follow PA 283 east to PA 743 south Elizabethtown/Hershey exit. Exit onto PA 743 south turning right. Turn left onto Market St. where PA 743 intersects with Market St. (signalized intersection) in Elizabethtown. Go through two more signalized intersections. At the third signal, turn right onto Bainbridge St. (PA 241 south). Turn left onto Beech Lane and take the first left into the driveway.
• Meeting places:
  • Airport
  • Train

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Ann & Dave Royer
  Ann, a retired teacher, who taught for 25 years, enjoys gardening and cooking, as evidenced in the wonderful breakfasts. She also enjoys antiques, which are lovingly displayed throughout the B&B. Dave, the Director for Transportation Planning for Lancaster County Planning Commission, enjoys music, especially jazz. He also enjoys micro-brews and can tell you anything you want to know about beer.
• The innkeepers speak: English
• There are 2 cats on the property

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, Nature area, Landis Valley Farm Museum & Village, Cornwall Iron Furnace, Harley- Davidson Motor Company, State Capitol, Amish Country, Gettysburg, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming