beautifully restored 18th century sandstone farmhouse bed and breakfast
Brownstone Colonial Inn is located in northern Lancaster County, just outside of Adamstown, also known as Antiques Capital USA. Enjoy our facility and gardens, as well as our close proximity to Amish and other cultural and historical sites, golfing, shopping and other entertainment venues. Take a step back in time as we serve you in our painstakingly restored home with period-authentic furniture and decor. In the morning, enjoy a full country breakfast featuring premise-grown fruits/juices, home-made pastries and jams, and a hot entree in the homestead's original summer kitchen, complete with open-hearth fireplace, brick floor and exposed ceiling beams. The innkeepers own and live on property, taking interest in each guest's life and needs.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We purchased the 7-acre property in 1998. Although it had been a bed and breakfast before, we recognized the property's need for some renovations and upgrades. We re-graded the land, adding a french drain and parking areas; new plumbing and electrical; new propane heat system and central air conditioning; in-room bathrooms.
What is your primary product or service?
quality, clean lodging accommodations
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
My (Brenda's) college major was Business Management, and I'd always wanted to run my own business. Since I love cooking and baking, I initially thought a catering business would be the way to go. Then my aunt had opened a bed and breakfast in Gettysburg in the 1980's, and we'd helped her run the b&b on weekends they were out of town, so we could get a feel for what a bed and breakfast business would be like. Because we love history and Georgian architecture, we were most interested in looking for a colonial-era stone house.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are intentional about creating a safe, family environment for our guests. We enjoy interacting with our many guests from different countries and walks of life, especially around the breakfast table! I (Brenda) was born and raised in Lancaster County, so I am knowledgeable about area attractions and readily promote the county and its many venues.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
This is our only location, and it would certainly be difficult to duplicate!
Provide detailed directions to your location
Take PA Turnpike (I-76) to Exit 286 Reading. Merge right at 3rd traffic light onto 272N. turn left at next light onto 897N. Continue 3 miles to 4-way stop. Go straight, through Reinholds, almost two miles to small grocery store on right. Turn right onto Blainsport Road (sign on left). Travel 1.3 miles and turn right onto Galen Hall Road. Sandstone house on corner, driveway on left.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash or personal check is preferred. Credit card into will reserve room, but an additional 3% service fee will be waived if paying by cash or personal check. We do accept all major credit cards.
Which areas do you service?
We serve guests from all over the world!
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
We are a sole proprietorship, family owned and operated by my husband Mark and I, the innkeepers.
What are your hours of operation?
We are always open!
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"We felt like part of the family while staying here."
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Joshua 1:9 - "Be strong and of good courage. Do not be afraid or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."
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